For those who are sedentary, one of the well-known health benefits of fasting during Ramadan is autophagy - a 'self-eating of cells' process which otherwise occurs during high-intensity cardiovascular activity. Autophagy cleans up the body’s used, worn-out cells to make newer, healthier ones. Studies have shown that this can increase life-expectancy. At the same time, Ramadan can be a trying time for Muslims who are physically active and strive to ...