Ramadan is a time of worship through fasting and self-control according to Islamic teachings. The Quran instructs Muslims to fast during Ramadan as those before them, in order to attain God's pleasure through obedience. It is a month to reflect inwardly and devote oneself to Allah. Fasting is seen as important in Islam based on verses from the Quran. It also has benefits according to modern medical science like intermittent fasting, which can promote weight loss.