Abstract

EFFECT OF FASTING ON QUALITY OF LIFE AMONG YOUNG ADULTS

Dr. Pranamya Hegde*, Dr. Deepashre H. P., Dr. Pragathi Hegde

Abstract

Background: Fasting, defined as voluntary abstinence from food for a specific duration, has long been practiced for health and spiritual purposes. Recent studies indicate that fasting may positively influence physiological and psychological well ‑ being. Objective: To evaluate the effect of a 10‑day fasting intervention on the quality of life (QOL) among young adults. Methods: A comparative study was conducted among 65 participants aged 18–30 years. Participants underwent a 10‑day fasting intervention with lemon‑honey juice intake four times daily. Quality of life was assessed before and after the intervention using the McGill Quality of Life Questionnaire (MQOL). Results: Improvement was observed in overall QOL scores and several subscales after the fasting intervention. Conclusion: A short‑term fasting intervention may contribute to improvements in physical and psychological aspects of quality of life among young adults.

Keywords: Fasting, Quality of Life, Intermittent fasting, Lifestyle intervention.