There is so much wisdom in Islam, including in terms of well-being. In addition to the spiritual benefits this month brings us, one meta-analysis suggests that fasting for Ramadan also can lead to positive physical health changes. But for people taking certain medications, particularly those with chronic conditions (including mental health diagnoses) that need prolonged and consistent care, fasting for Ramadan may be contraindicated—meaning, it’s not safe for these people, or they may need medication adjustments to safely fast.

Whether you’re a hip-hop historian or a casual listener that’s heard an Arabic word or two in a Drake song, it’s hard to miss Islam’s influence on hip-hop, and, by extension, R&B. Here are 12 Muslim artists to know in celebration of Muslim Women's Day.

While you may have heard the term “cupping” and seen celebs like Justin Bieber, Kim Kardashian, Lady Gaga, , and Michael Phelps sporting the telltale circular marks, the attention-grabbing wellness treatment is hardly a fad. It’s actually been around for thousands of years across multiple cultures, schools of thought, and religions. But what exactly is it? And can it really enhance your physical well-being?

During Ramadan, our bodies, minds, and spirits are pushed to their limits with fasting from sunup to sundown. Our sleep schedules are usually irregular due to nightly prayers and pre-dawn meals. Despite getting less sleep than usual, we are usually showing up for life more, becoming more active in the community, doing charity, visiting the mosque, and gathering for iftar parties. For those living in non-Muslim-majority countries, it’s likely that our workload is the same, without any consideration or accommodation for the spiritual journey that we are on. But if you're wondering about Ramadan and mental health, it can certainly be tricky. So how can we protect and manage our mental health despite the increased pressure during Ramadan? And how can we collectively engage with mental health challenges so that we are providing community care?

Ramadan fasting is challenging even for those who enjoy good health. But what happens for Muslims living with chronic illnesses? Fasting is one of the better known aspects of Ramadan, but for Muslims who have chronic illnesses, there are many reasons why Ramadan fasting may not be possible, including needing to take medications, blood sugar issues, a history of eating disorders, medical procedures, or other reasons that are, quite frankly, no one else’s business. Here's how to navigate Ramadan if you're unable to fast.

Teen Vogue is proudly partnering with MuslimGirl.com to celebrate Muslim Women's Day on March 27th by centering the voices of Muslim women online. Since this Muslim Women's Day comes just before the start of Ramadan, Azmia Ricchuito writes about myths that persist about Muslim women, and the truths about them.

Restorative yoga in particular has reminded me that yoga, at its core, is about the breath. This is where a sacred shift has occurred for me: Restorative yoga has been a practice of how to show up on my mat (or wherever) and do less.

For as long as I can remember, I’ve always been labeled a "control freak." As a child, the word "bossy" was thrown around quite a bit. I started learning to let go—and yes, letting go is something I had to learn—through practicing Islam. I hadn’t realized how utterly exhausting it was to think everything was dependent on me all the time. There’s nothing like an autoimmune disease—or in my case, a cluster of immune-mediated illnesses—to show you exactly how little control you have over your body and its many functions.

If you’ve ever watched an episode of Grey’s Anatomy or heard Lady Gaga talk about the inspiration for her album Joanne (it was inspired by her aunt, who passed away due to complications from the autoimmune disease) chances are, you’ve probably heard of lupus. But how much do you actually know about the somewhat enigmatic disease?

I wholeheartedly and whole-bodily rejects the ideas of paying a $50 copay for a problem visit, only to be told that I need to lose weight, and have my actual issues ignored. Tell me something I don’t know, doc — like what to do about the symptoms I’m telling you about.

There’s no shame in talking about painful periods, painful sex, pelvic pain, or your reproductive health — or in never taking no for an answer when you know something is wrong.

Her story could be considered the American Dream. The youngest of seven children, she and her family fled the civil war in Somalia, first spending four years in a refugee camp in Kenya before coming to the U.S. in 1995. When Omar first arrived in the U.S. at 12 years old, she spoke no English. She overcame the pain and trauma of a childhood marred by war to make history threefold as the first hijabi in Congress, the first Somali-American legislator, and one of the first Muslim women in Congress.

On Tuesday, November 6, an unprecedented wave of women were elected to both state-level offices and the United States Senate and House of Representatives. Among them was 28-year-old Anna Eskamani, who became the first Iranian-American elected to serve in the Florida legislature.

This year, MAC Cosmetics Middle East created Ramadan-themed content for its Instagram account, including a glamorous “Get Ready for Suhoor” makeup tutorial, which sent the Internet into a frenzy.

When we think about Ramadan, fasting is usually what comes to everyone’s mind. As Ramadan kicks off, you’ve probably already heard “Not even water?!” at least five times. Ramadan, particularly fasting, can be challenging, even for those of us in the best of health. For those of us with chronic illnesses, fasting during Ramadan may not be possible, either due to exacerbations, medications, hospitalizations, or medically necessary procedures.

Azmia Magane opens up about forging a groundbreaking business partnership that pushes back against messages of intolerance.

The gynecologist was mid-exam when he asked what I thought of Islamic terrorism. He'd asked me to relax, and, in an effort to make small talk, he'd asked about my upcoming nuptials in Morocco. Now, two years later, I don’t remember exactly how I responded to his rapid pivot to asking my opinion on Muslim extremists, but I do remember how taken aback and put off I was. I never set foot in that doctor’s office again.

Florida – the gunshine state – appallingly thinks it’s a good idea that teenagers can legally buy near military grade weapons designed for the battlefield before they can legally buy a beer. While Governor Scott is dodging questions about gun control, our kids are dodging bullets.

Muslim consumers are a rapidly growing demographic with tremendous spending power, present in virtually every market in the world. Despite this, Muslims are a largely underserved and frequently overlooked economic sector. Since a whopping 90% of Muslims say that their faith impacts their buying habits, categorically ignoring the needs of Muslim consumers is clearly a costly mistake. So is plowing in blindly without considering the particular nuances of this multifaceted market. So how should you market to Muslim consumers?

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