Malaika Arora, the Bollywood actress and fitness enthusiast, has recently shared insights into her disciplined lifestyle, particularly her eating habits, which she believes contribute significantly to her well-being as she approaches her 50s. In a recent interview, Arora revealed that she adheres to a strict "no eating after sunset" rule, with her last meal typically around 7 p.m. This practice is coupled with intermittent fasting, where she observes a 17-hour fasting period every alternate day, only consuming her first meal around noon.

Arora emphasizes that her approach is not about restrictive dieting but rather about mindful eating and timing. She differentiates between fasting and dieting, clarifying that she doesn't count calories or eliminate food groups during her eating window. Instead, she focuses on portion control and consuming wholesome Indian meals, including rice, roti, and vegetables. She trusts her body's instincts and eats everything in moderation. She likes eating in a bowl of a specific size, and sticks to that amount.

The actress's commitment to holistic health extends beyond just when she eats. In the mornings, during her fasting period, she consumes liquids like coconut water, jeera water, or plain water with lime to stay hydrated. She breaks her fast with nuts, such as walnuts, followed by a wholesome Indian meal. Her day often begins with ABC juice—a detoxifying blend of apple, beetroot, carrot, and ginger. She also incorporates healthy fats and proteins, like avocado toast with eggs, into her diet.

Arora's fitness routine includes yoga and Pilates, which she integrates into her daily regimen. She also includes functional training and light strength exercises to maintain overall fitness levels. She believes in a balanced lifestyle rather than extreme diets or exhausting workout routines.

She also emphasizes mental well-being through yoga, and finds that it helps her stay calm, focused and positive.

Malaika's approach is also about listening to her body. She avoids junk food but does not limit herself. She believes in Ayurveda and consumes a mix of Ayurvedic solutions and fluids.

In addition to her dietary habits and fitness routine, Malaika has also spoken about her personal life, including dealing with negativity and her approach to relationships. She sees tattoos as symbols of memories and thoughts and got a tattoo after her divorce from Arbaaz Khan.