Do Muslims Fast to Lose Weight? Exploring the Intentions and Health Outcomes
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According to a 2020 meta-analysis, Ramadan intermittent fasting can result in modest reductions in body weight for many healthy adults. However, the core purpose behind the practice is deeply spiritual and religious, not merely physical. So, do Muslims fast to lose weight intentionally, or is it a secondary consequence of their devotion?
