India, Jan. 29 -- Metabolism plays a far bigger role in health than just weight loss. It influences how efficiently you digest food, absorb nutrients, regulate energy, and even how resilient your body is against disease. When your metabolism is running well, everything from fat loss to daily vitality tends to fall into place. But when it slows down - often due to restrictive dieting, muscle loss, or poor nutrition - progress can feel frustratingly out of reach. The good news is that a lagging metabolism isn't permanent, and with the right, science-backed habits, it can be improved without resorting to fads or quick fixes.

Khushi Chhabra, a holistic health nutritionist and wellness content creator, is breaking down whether it's actually p...