The effect of Ramadan and intermittent fasting on the development of -induced peptic ulcers.

A considerable portion of the world's population practices fasting, for religious purposes like Ramadan or to adopt a healthier lifestyle such as intermittent fasting. During this period, individuals undergo metabolic changes that alter their internal environment. The literature was analysed to identify a possible relationship between fasting and the development of -induced peptic ulcers.