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Effect of Fasting on Quality of Life Among Young Adults

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Background: Fasting, defined as voluntary abstinence from food for a specific duration, has long been practiced for health and spiritual purposes. Recent studies indicate that fasting may positively influence physiological and psychological well‑being. Objective: To evaluate the effect of a 10‑day fasting intervention on the quality of life (QOL) among young adults. Methods: A comparative study was conducted among 65 participants aged 18–30 years. Participants underwent a 10‑day fasting intervention with lemon‑honey juice intake four times daily. Quality of life was assessed before and after the intervention using the McGill Quality of Life Questionnaire (MQOL). Results: Improvement was observed in overall QOL scores and several subscales after the fasting intervention. Conclusion: A short‑term fasting intervention may contribute to improvements in physical and psychological aspects of quality of life among young adults.

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.19333172

Author: Dr. Pranamya Hegde*1, Dr. Deepashre H. P.2, Dr. Pragathi Hegde3

Language: English

Topic: Dietary Effects on Health

Subfield: Physiology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W7143284909

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