Sex as a biological determinant in anthropometric, biochemical, and dietary changes during Ramadan intermittent fasting in healthy people: A systematic review

Resource type: Publication Publication
  • Authors
    Abdelrahim, Dana N.; Rachida, Roky; Krami, Al Mahdi; Nadia, Aadil; Faris, MoezAlIslam Ezzat
  • Type
    Original research
  • Journal
    Diabetes & Metabolic Syndrome
  • Publication Date
    2023
  • Abstract

    Aims: Observing Ramadan intermittent fasting (RIF) is associated with different behavioral, dietary, and health-related outcomes among healthy and unwell people. Sex is a major biological determinant that affects various health outcomes and impacts the effectiveness of dietary and lifestyle modifications. This systematic review aimed to identify differences in health-related outcomes following the practice of RIF by the sex of study participants.

    Methods: A systematic search was conducted across several databases to qualitatively identify studies focused on dietary, anthropometric, and biochemical outcomes associated with RIF in females and males.

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