New Delhi, March 11 -- Fasting is spiritual practice of voluntary refraining from consuming food and water for a certain period of time. Let us understand the basic differences between intermittent and Ramadan fasting. [Also read: Fasting wrecking your skin? 4 skincare tips to stay glowing during Ramadan and Lent 2025]

In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Prachi Chandra, Lead Clinical Nutritionist at Sakra World Hospital in Bengaluru, explained, "This is primarily a dietary strategy aimed at improving metabolic health, weight management and longevity. It's flexible and can be tailored to individual needs. It typically involves cycling between periods of eating and fasting. The most common schedules include the 16/8 method (16 hours of fast...