Tag: fasting

Fasting is observed for a month (Ramadan) when Muslims (followers of Islam) abstain from food, drink, and sexual relations between the hours of sunrise and sunset. It is one of the five pillars of Islam, which becomes compulsory for Muslims as soon as they hit puberty. The purpose is to practi...

Ona recent Monday evening, a friend and I sat down for a beer at an outdoor café not far from our homes. The conversation turned to podcasts we’d listened to and liked. My friend is a recreational athlete. He’s a big fan of doctor-led podcasts that explore the science of health...