Tag: Psychology of fasting

A recent study on Ramadan fasters showed that listening to music during warm-ups could counteract the negative effects of fasting on short-term physical performance. For many, the question remains: does music affect your fast, both mentally and physiologically? This article delves into the science and spiritual considerations surrounding this common inquiry.

According to research published in *Frontiers in Psychology*, individuals with prior fasting experience reported fewer negative psychological states than novices during an extended fast. While fasting can offer benefits like improved metabolic health, the subjective experience varies significantly from person to person. But why is fasting easier for some people?