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Multiple Deaths in Kilifi, Kenya, Linked to Religious Cult

In Kilifi, Kenya, the discovery of 34 bodies in mass graves near the home of Paul Mackenzie, a suspect in the Shakahola cult killings, highlights the persistence of religious extremism and the government's struggle to regulate religious groups.

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Non-Religious Ramadan Fasting: Personal Motives and Cultural Significance

In Arab countries, many non-religious individuals fast during Ramadan, citing reasons ranging from spiritual self-reflection and personal goal-setting to maintaining family traditions and cultural connections.

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Ramadan Fasting: Short-Term Effects and Long-Term Adaptation

Millions of Muslims fast during Ramadan, abstaining from food and drink from dawn to dusk for 30 days. The body initially uses stored glucose, then fat, potentially leading to weight loss and improved health, but also causing initial side effects like weakness and headaches. Adaptation occurs over t...

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Healthy Ramadan Fasting: Dietary Strategies to Manage Hunger and Thirst

This article provides dietary advice for a healthier Ramadan fast, emphasizing a three-stage Suhoor (pre-dawn meal) rich in water and a gradual Iftar (breaking-fast) to avoid dehydration and fatigue, based on expert advice and personal experiences.

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A Historical Overview of Fasting in Middle Eastern Religions

This article explores the history of fasting in Middle Eastern religions, including ancient Egyptian rituals, Zoroastrian and Yazidi practices, Jewish Yom Kippur, Christian Lent, and Islamic Ramadan, highlighting variations in duration, motivations, and social implications.

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Ramadan Caffeine Withdrawal: Challenges and Solutions

Many Muslims experience caffeine withdrawal during Ramadan's month-long fast, leading to headaches and fatigue. Experts advise a gradual reduction of coffee intake before Ramadan and suggest that faith can help manage withdrawal symptoms.

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Ramadan Fasting: Health Risks and Mitigation Strategies

For Muslims observing Ramadan, fasting from dawn to dusk presents potential health risks, especially dehydration and related complications for individuals with underlying conditions or older adults. Experts advise pre-hydration, nighttime hydration, and a nutritious suhoor meal.

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