The term "fasting" used to trigger the Hulk in me because I was addicted to eating. For someone who loves the enjoyment that eating brings more than the enjoyment of a satisfied tummy, choosing to fast is a foreign concept.

So what exactly is intermittent fasting? What are the benefits of intermittent fasting (IF)? Why should any self-proclaiming lover of eating consider its merits? Isn't it enough to not eat between major meals throughout the day?

Let's look at what physical state fasting describes. Dr. Mercola's article on IF has been a great resource to me. In plain words he describes why intermittent fasting could make for a healthier lifestyle and how to go about it practically.