India, May 22 -- Intermittent fasting is a dietary approach that emphasiases when you eat rather than what you eat. Known as one of the more effective strategies for accelerated weight loss, it involves alternating periods of eating and fasting, allowing the body to tap into fat stores for energy. But while its popularity continues to rise, an important question remains: Is intermittent fasting truly healthy in the long run? Also read | Following calorie deficit? Study reveals this intermittent fasting type that's more practical and efficient

Fitness coach Bhavika Patel, in a post on May 10, shared, "Intermittent fasting helps regulate insulin levels, supports digestion, and boosts fat-burning by giving your body a break from constant ea...