Ramadan fasting reduces high-sensitivity C-reactive protein among HIV-infected patients receiving antiretroviral therapy

Journal List Front Nutr PMC9852883 As a library, NLM provides access to scientific literature. Inclusion in an NLM database does not imply endorsement of, or agreement with, the contents by NLM or the National Institutes of Health. Learn more: PMC Disclaimer | PMC Copyright Notice Front Nutr. 2022; 9: 964797. Published online 2023 Jan 6. doi:10.3389/fnut.2022.964797PMCID: PMC9852883PMID: 36687703Alvina Widhani,1,2,* Evy Yunihastuti,1,2 Siti Setiati,3,4 Fiastuti Witjaksono,5 and Teguh H. Karjadi1,2Author information Article notes Copyright and License information PMC DisclaimerAssociated DataData Availability StatementAbstractBackgroundInflammatory conditions and oxidative stress increase in HIV infection, and inflammation increases the risk of cardiovascular disease. Ramadan fasting is known to reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in diabetic patients. This study examined the effects of Ramadan fasting on high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) levels and total antioxidant sta...