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Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: 5 days of Fasting Therapy. .: day wise fasting Protocol for 5 days fasting
Day Meals Hydration Supportive Measures
Day 1 Transition Day
- Light, easily digestible meals
- Midday: Fresh
Sponsors
SGT University
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Age: Participants must be between 18 and 30 years old. Enrollment: Must be currently enrolled as a university student. Willingness to fast: Participants must express a willingness to adhere to a 5-day fasting protocol, including the transition, liquid fasting, and reintroduction phases. Health Status: Must be generally healthy, as indicated by self-reported medical history (no significant chronic illnesses such as diabetes, heart disease, or other metabolic conditions). Internet Access: Must have access to a smartphone or computer with internet for monitoring, virtual check-ins, and self-reporting via surveys or apps. Informed Consent: Must provide written informed consent to participate in the study and agree to comply with the study protocol, including daily monitoring of physiological and psychological outcomes. Body Mass Index (BMI): Participants should have a BMI between 18.5 and 29.9 kg/m² (healthy or overweight range).
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Existing Medical Conditions: Any diagnosed metabolic disorders (e.g., diabetes, thyroid disease), cardiovascular conditions, or gastrointestinal diseases that could be negatively affected by fasting. Pregnancy or Lactation: Pregnant or breastfeeding women will be excluded for safety reasons. Eating Disorders: A current or past diagnosis of any eating disorder, such as anorexia, bulimia, or binge-eating disorder. Medication Use: Regular use of medication that affects metabolism, blood sugar, or appetite (e.g., insulin, corticosteroids, appetite suppressants). Allergies or Food Intolerances: Any severe allergies or intolerances to foods included in the fasting or reintroduction protocols (e.g., vegetable broths, olive oil, ghee, coconut oil). Recent Major Surgery or Injury: Participants who have undergone surgery or suffered a major injury in the past 3 months that may interfere with fasting or physical well-being. Mental Health Conditions: Current diagnosis of severe mental health conditions (e.g., major depressive disorder, anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder) that may be exacerbated by fasting. Smoking or Alcohol Abuse: Regular smokers or those with a history of substance or alcohol abuse in the past 6 months. Participation in Other Studies: Concurrent participation in another clinical trial or health intervention that may interfere with fasting outcomes or data collection.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| feasibility of the fasting protocol and any adverse events reported during the intervention.Feasibility will be determined by examining adherence rates, participant retention, and overall satisfaction with the fasting protocol. Additionally, safety will be evaluated by monitoring any adverse events or fasting crisis symptoms.Timepoint: Daily for 5 days during the intervention in both control and intervention group. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| weight, BMI, & blood glucose, ketone bodies. daily self-reports of stress, anxiety, & moodTimepoint: o Baseline & after 5 days (Pre- & post-intervention) changes in weight, waist circumference, & glucose/ketone levels will be analysed o Daily during 5 intervention days self-reported physical well-being (PWB) & emotional well-being (EWB) scores will be analysed | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactDr Ruchika Golani
SGT University
Outcome results
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