Hydration status and liver function of young men before and after Ramadan fasting
Abstract: The objective of
this study was to identify and analyse the hydration status and liver function
of young men before and during Ramadan fasting (RF). The study design was a
prospective cohort into 1st period (one week before fasting) and 2nd period
(the last ten days of fasting). The subjects were 18 healthy young men (19-30
years old). Data on dietary intake were collected using food record 3x24h, body
composition were collected using bioelectrical impedance analyser (BIA),
hydration status and liver function data were measured trough urine and blood
sample. This study showed significant differences in body weight, fat body
mass, body mass index (BMI), body water, intake of energy, protein, fat,
carbohydrate, and water, hydration status (serum osmolality and urine density),
and liver function (SGOT and SGPT levels) before and during RF (p<0.05).
There were significant correlation between fasting status and SGPT levels
(p<0.05). The study concluded that Ramadhan fasting has a positive effect to
control body weight and improve liver function measured by SGOT and SGPT
levels.
Keywords: hydration status;
liver function; ramadan fasting; young men
Author: Nur Susan Iriyanti
Ibrahim, Hardinsyah, Budi Setiawan
Journal Code: jpkesmasgg180022
