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Abstract

Ramazan fasting, one of the pillars of Islam, extends from dawn until sunset. In high northern latitudes, depending on month oftheyear, period of fasting can be longer. During this period individuals abstain from eating, drinking, oral medication, intravenous fluids and nutrients. The calorie gap during fasting is usually bridged by taking extra milk, sweets, fried snacks and dates. The physiological and biochemical effects of fasting are mild and reversible1. This paper describes the effect of Ramazan fasting on serum lipids profile in healthy adult males.