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Mitophagy and Mitochondrial DNA Dynamics During Ramadan Dry Fasting vs 16:8 Time-Restricted Feeding
Sponsor: Bahcesehir Cyprus University
Summary
This study investigates how different types of fasting affect cell health, specifically focusing on how mitochondria (the energy-producing parts of cells) are cleared and renewed. While standard intermittent fasting allows water intake, Ramadan dry fasting involves total restriction of both food and fluids from dawn to sunset. Researchers want to see if the combined effects of fluid restriction and natural daily body rhythms during Ramadan trigger a stronger cellular cleanup process (called mitophagy) compared to standard 16:8 water-permitted fasting. The study will look at how these fasting habits change blood markers related to mitochondrial DNA and metabolic health across a 30-day period. This research will help determine if dry fasting offers distinct biological benefits for cellular renewal.
Official title: Mitophagic Flux and Mitochondrial DNA Dynamics During Circadian-Aligned Ramadan Dry Fasting Versus 16:8 Time-Restricted Feeding: A Four-Phase Translational Research Programme
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 50 Years
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
120
Start Date
2027-01-15
Completion Date
2027-04-30
Last Updated
2026-06-11
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Interventions
Ramadan Intermittent Dry Fasting (Sawm)
Total fluid and nutrient restriction enforced daily from dawn (Fajr) to sunset (Maghrib) for 30 consecutive days. Food and fluid consumption are restricted to the nocturnal period
16:8 Time-Restricted Feeding (TRF)
A 16-hour daily fasting window where calorie-containing foods and beverages are completely restricted. Fluid intake (such as water or uncaloried drinks) is permitted throughout the fasting period
Locations (1)
Near East University
Nicosia, Cyprus