Ramadan Kareem to all Muslim brothers and sisters in the world! Ramadan is a season of faith among all Muslims worldwide. Based on the sighting of the crescent month, the Islamic leaders announce the period that covers the commemoration of the revelation of Quran to prophet Muhammad . Fasting from dawn to sunset, an average of 11-16 hours daily depending on solstices of the sun, is obligatory. It is making oneself 'dry' as a way of cleansing the whole system -- body and spirit. Muslims refrain from -- eating foods; drinking liquids; smoking, and; engaging in sexual intercourse There are exceptions to this -- when a Muslim is suffering from an illness; traveling; an elderly; pregnant; breastfeeding; diabetic; chronically ill, or menstruating I am not a Muslim but I highly respect Islamic beliefs. I experience fasting, too, and it is really great to empty oneself of foods and beverage for some hours, as your body connects better to your spir