Fasting
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Masik Shivratri December 2025: Is it on Dec 17 or 18? Date, time, and items to offer on Shivling
Spirituality | Dec 17, 2025, 07:01 AM ISTMasik Shivratri holds special importance for devotees of Lord Shiva. The day is marked by fasting and ritual worship believed to strengthen marital harmony, fulfil wishes and deepen spiritual connection with Shiva and Shakti. Know when Masik Shivratri is falling in December 2025.
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Pradosh Vrat in December 2025: Is it on Dec 16 or 17? Date, time and puja vidhi
Spirituality | Dec 16, 2025, 12:52 PM ISTThe final Pradosh Vrat of 2025 will be observed on Wednesday, December 17. Here’s the Budh Pradosh timings, tithi details and simple puja method.
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Fasting builds discipline and resolve, says Rajat Sharma at International Janmangal Conference
India | Dec 15, 2025, 11:21 AM ISTIndia TV Chairman and Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma addressed the International Janmangal Conference in New Delhi, describing fasting as a symbol of discipline, self-control, and strong resolve. He highlighted its benefits beyond food, including control over anger and thoughts.
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Hanuman Ashtami 2025: Benefits of fasting, puja method and powerful remedies explained
Spirituality | Dec 13, 2025, 03:06 PM ISTHanuman Ashtami is being observed today on December 12, 2025 with complete devotion. The festival is marked by fasting, temple visits and special rituals. Here is a look at the benefits of the vrat, puja method and traditional remedies.
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5 easy, healthy snacks to make during Navratri vrat
Lifestyle | Sep 23, 2025, 02:59 PM ISTNavratri has begun, and people have been observing fasts. When you’re fasting, it is important to choose snacks that give you energy, are healthy, keep you full, and are easy to digest. Here are some easy and healthy snacks that you can make during Navratri vrat.
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Sabudana, potatoes and more: The vrat foods you need to limit this Navratri
Food | Sep 22, 2025, 06:05 PM ISTMany people go overboard with sabudana, potatoes, or packaged vrat snacks during Navratri fasts. Nutritionist Kiran Kukreja shares common food mistakes to avoid for better energy, balanced nutrition, and a healthier fasting experience this Navratri.
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Har Chhath 2025: When and how to observe this vrat for children’s long life
Spirituality | Aug 13, 2025, 02:35 PM ISTHar Chhath 2025 is on August 14. From puja muhurat to fasting rules, here’s all you need to celebrate this day for your children’s health and happiness.
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Study finds intermittent fasting as effective as traditional diets for weight loss
Health | Jun 22, 2025, 06:20 PM ISTThe new study comes at a time when there has been increasing concerns about obesity. For the study, the researchers reviewed data from 99 randomised clinical trials involving more than 6,500 adults, most of whom had pre-existing health conditions. Read on to know more.
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What happens to your body if you water fast for 3 days?
Lifestyle | Jun 17, 2025, 01:07 PM ISTWater fast is a fast wherein an individual drinks only water for the stipulated numbers of hours/days. When you do this for these number of days, your body undergoes some changes. Read on to know what happens to your body if you water fast for 3 days.
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Water fasting benefits: Know what happens to your body when you only drink water for 24 hours
Lifestyle | Apr 16, 2025, 12:03 AM ISTWater fast requires you to abstain from all food and caloric beverages and consume only water for a set period. This can range from 24 hours to several days. Here's what happens to your body when you perform water fast for 24 hours.
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Better blood sugar levels to cellular repair; here's what happens to your body when you fast for 24
Lifestyle | Apr 10, 2025, 11:54 PM ISTWhen you fast for 24 hours, there are several changes in the body because you don't eat anything during this time. While there might be several benefits, there are drawbacks as well. Here's what happens to your body when you fast for 24 hours.
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5:2 intermittent diet: What is it and how to make it work for weight loss, know other benefits
Lifestyle | Apr 02, 2025, 12:42 PM ISTPeople adopt different methods to control their increasing body weight, one of which is intermittent fasting. But do you know that there is a method of weight loss which is more effective than normal intermittent fasting? If not, then you must read the article.
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Fasting can help overcome many health problems, know how it controls blood sugar level
Health | Mar 31, 2025, 07:46 AM ISTAccording to Ayurveda, fasting can prove to be very beneficial for your health. Let us learn about some natural ways to control blood sugar level.
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Pradosh Vrat March 2025: Check here the date, time and rituals of Guru Pradosh Vrat
Lifestyle | Mar 27, 2025, 01:52 PM ISTPradosh Vrat is a fast that is observed on both Trayodashi Tithis, i.e. Shukla Paksha Trayodashi and Krishna Paksha Trayodashi, in lunar month. Read on to know the date, time and rituals of Guru Pradosh Vrat in March 2025.
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PM Modi reveals 'one meal a day' fasting routine, follows strict fruit diet to stay fit at 74
Food | Mar 19, 2025, 06:52 PM ISTPM Narendra Modi stated on the Lex Fridman podcast that he observes a number of fasts throughout the year, including a significant one lasting nearly four and a half months and Navratris.
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Swiggy launches 'Fasting Mode' for users to take break from food notifications
India | Mar 10, 2025, 09:08 PM ISTSwiggy's fasting mode shall continue to be available throughout the year for various fasting occasions, giving users more flexibility in managing their food notifications.
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Rangbhari Ekadashi 2025: Know date, auspicious time, significance and rituals to celebrate Holi
Lifestyle | Mar 10, 2025, 07:21 AM ISTRangbhari Ekadashi, which comes before Holi, has special significance. By fasting and worshipping on this day, one gets the blessings of Lord Vishnu as well as Lord Shiva. So, read below to know about the timings, importance and rituals of Rangbhari Ekadashi.
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Ramadan 2025: Is it safe for pregnant women to fast during the holy month? Expert answers
Health | Mar 01, 2025, 11:22 AM ISTMost people fast during Ramadan which is known as Roza. However, it is often a confusion if pregnant women can fast during the holy month of Ramadan. Read on as an expert answers.
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Fasting for Maha Shivratri 2025? Foods you can eat to break the fast after worshipping Lord Shiva
Food | Feb 26, 2025, 07:02 AM ISTThe Shivratri fast is a day-long fast and hence, when you break your fast, it is important that you eat foods that nourish your body. Here are some healthy foods that you can eat to break your Maha Shivratri fast.
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Maha Shivratri 2025: Traditional foods you can enjoy during Mahashivratri fast
Food | Feb 23, 2025, 12:14 PM ISTPeople fast on the day of Maha Shivratri and worship the lord to attain his blessings. While a lot of people choose to eat healthy foods during Maha Shivratri fast, you can also opt for traditional fasting foods. Here are some traditional foods you can eat during Maha Shivratri fast.