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Ramadan Helps Many to Quit Smoking 

One of the many benefits of Ramadan is that not only does the sale of cigarettes go down, but many Muslims find it a help in giving up smoking. Even "passive fasters" speak of benefiting from the holy month.

Studies in Saudi Arabia have shown that cost was not an important factor in the decision to kick smoking. "Ramadan does not cost a person anything, instead it gives him a lot, including a chance to give up the habit," said Muhammad Ali, who used to smoke two packets a day.

"I made many resolutions to give up smoking," he said. "One Ramadan I refrained from lighting up after iftar. It was a bit difficult to control the urge for a few days, but I resisted, and by the end of the month, the habit ended forever," he added.

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