The Effects of Time‐Restricted Feeding on Handgrip Strength, Vigilance, and Perceived Anxiety and Depression in Older Adults: A Comparative Study Between Active and Sedentary Populations DOI Creative Commons
Mohamed Ali Boujelbane, Khaled Trabelsi, Haitham Jahrami

et al.

Health Science Reports, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 8(4)

Published: April 1, 2025

ABSTRACT Background and Aims Ramadan intermittent fasting (RIF), a form of time‐restricted feeding, influences various physiological psychological functions. However, its effects on older adults remain insufficiently understood. This study examined the impact RIF physical mental health parameters, comparing active sedentary individuals. Specifically, we assessed handgrip strength (HGS), vigilance performance, anxiety, depression levels to determine whether regular activity mitigates potential adverse RIF. Methods Fifty‐eight (mean age 62.93 ± 3.99 years; 50% female) participated in this study. They were classified into an group ( n = 26) 32) based self‐reported levels. Assessments conducted before during included HGS measurement using handheld dynamometer, digital psychomotor test, validated questionnaires (General Anxiety Disorder‐7, Geriatric Depression Scale, Physical Activity Scale for Elderly). Results During RIF, both groups showed significant improvements vigilance, scores, with more pronounced benefits group. participants experienced decline HGS, whereas individuals maintained stable muscle strength. Conclusion Regular appears enhance while preventing adults. These findings highlight importance maintaining lifestyle support aging populations.

Language: Английский

The Effects of Time‐Restricted Feeding on Handgrip Strength, Vigilance, and Perceived Anxiety and Depression in Older Adults: A Comparative Study Between Active and Sedentary Populations DOI Creative Commons
Mohamed Ali Boujelbane, Khaled Trabelsi, Haitham Jahrami

et al.

Health Science Reports, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 8(4)

Published: April 1, 2025

ABSTRACT Background and Aims Ramadan intermittent fasting (RIF), a form of time‐restricted feeding, influences various physiological psychological functions. However, its effects on older adults remain insufficiently understood. This study examined the impact RIF physical mental health parameters, comparing active sedentary individuals. Specifically, we assessed handgrip strength (HGS), vigilance performance, anxiety, depression levels to determine whether regular activity mitigates potential adverse RIF. Methods Fifty‐eight (mean age 62.93 ± 3.99 years; 50% female) participated in this study. They were classified into an group ( n = 26) 32) based self‐reported levels. Assessments conducted before during included HGS measurement using handheld dynamometer, digital psychomotor test, validated questionnaires (General Anxiety Disorder‐7, Geriatric Depression Scale, Physical Activity Scale for Elderly). Results During RIF, both groups showed significant improvements vigilance, scores, with more pronounced benefits group. participants experienced decline HGS, whereas individuals maintained stable muscle strength. Conclusion Regular appears enhance while preventing adults. These findings highlight importance maintaining lifestyle support aging populations.

Language: Английский

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