Islamic Medicine

Fasting during the holy month doesn’t have to lead to overeating and inactivity.  Maintain your health and fitness with these three simple rules Fasting during the month of Ramadan can bring out many changes in those who observe it, but gluttony and laziness should not be among them. These are problems that many people face each year when fasting from …

Scientific research is finally validating the ancient health and healing practice of fasting. Scientists at the University of Southern California (USC) have discovered that fasting "for as little as three days can regenerate the entire immune system, even in the elderly” Researchers suggest that the mechanism behind this phenomenon is that "starving the body kick-starts stem cells into producing new …

Fasting may often be associated with spiritual meditation and discipline but abstaining from food for two to four days at a time apparently has benefits to the physical wellbeing as well. Researchers find evidence that suggest prolonged fasting is beneficial to the body as it helps fight the negative effects of aging to the immune system. The white blood cells …

By: Sarah Knapton, Science Correspondent A person's entire immune system can be rejuvenated by fasting for as little as three days as it triggers the body to start producing new white blood cells, a study suggests Fasting for as little as three days can regenerate the entire immune system, even in the elderly, scientists have found in a breakthrough described …

Summer brings with it a unique mixture of allergies. Some of the allergens people are exposed to, especially during the summer months, are chlorine, bug spray, suntan lotion, molds, perfumes, and unexpected allergens during travel. Chlorine and Bug Spray Chlorine usage increases during summer time. Hotels and areas that want to keep molds down often use increased bleach concentrations during …