Intermittent Fasting vs. Ramadan Fasting

Similarities & Differences

Both rely on eating windows, but Ramadan is "Dry Fasting" (no water), whereas Intermittent Fasting (IF) allows water and coffee.

Scientific Benefits of Ramadan Fasting

• Autophagy: Increases significantly with hunger AND thirst, helping the body clean out damaged cells and boost immunity.
• Fat Burning: Lack of water forces the body to burn fat to access "metabolic water" and energy more rapidly.
• Digestive Rest: Gives the gut a complete break from all inputs.

Optimizing Results

Ramadan is the "pro version" of IF. To maximize benefits, keep your eating window healthy (low sugar) to maintain ketosis and efficient fat burning.