At What Age Can Someone Fast? A Comprehensive Guide
                                
                                
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                                According to a study on adolescents with obesity, short-term, 12-hour overnight fasting was generally well-tolerated. The question of at what age can someone fast depends heavily on the individual's physical and mental readiness, as well as the specific type of fasting being considered, including religious observances like Ramadan and modern practices like intermittent fasting.