The effect of Ramadan fasting during pregnancy on perinatal outcomes: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Jocelyn D GlazierDexter J L HayesSabiha HussainStephen W D'SouzaJoanne WhitcombeAlexander E P HeazellNick Ashton

Published in: BMC pregnancy and childbirth (2018)

Ramadan fasting does not adversely affect birth weight although there is insufficient evidence regarding potential effects on other perinatal outcomes. Further studies are needed to accurately determine whether Ramadan fasting is associated with adverse maternal or neonatal outcome.

Keyphrases

birth weight
blood glucose
gestational age
weight gain
insulin resistance
pregnant women
blood pressure
body mass index
glycemic control
metabolic syndrome
skeletal muscle
weight loss
pregnancy outcomes
drug induced