From the Christian Lent to the Islamic Ramadan, fasting serves not only as a spiritual purification but also, as a growing body of scientific research suggests, a boon to physical and mental health.

Fasting has been shown to reduce blood pressure, improve cognition, and even reverse chronic disease. But experts say the ...

You choose: Will it be the pain of discipline or the pain of regret? One yields a sense of extreme fulfillment; the other, a lingering sense of defeat. Ironically, we pray for God to heal when we ...

Fasting during Lent represents one of Christianity’s most profound spiritual disciplines, with roots extending deep into biblical traditions. Though not explicitly outlined in scripture, this practice ...

Oshkosh West High School student Dania Mian explains how Ramadan fasting reflects a universal spiritual practice shared across religions.

Traditionally, the season of Lent is a time of deep spiritual reflection that for most Christians includes fasting. Fasting is the act of intentionally refraining from something. Usually, this ...

MUSCAT, MARCH 11Ramadhan is a month of spiritual reflection and discipline, and fasting offers many health benefits when ...

As Ramadan 2026 approaches, millions prepare for a month that transforms both body and soul through fasting. Beyond devotion, there are powerful physical and mental shifts that make this sacred ...

Ramadan, the monthlong religious observance during which Muslims pray, reflect, perform acts of charity and fast, began on the evening of March 10. This week’s commenters discuss the spiritual ...

Ramadan is more than a month of fasting; it is a season of spiritual reflection, discipline, healing, and renewal. From Suhoor before dawn to Iftar at sunset, every habit that Muslims form during this ...