Lent is the most important and ancient of all posts. After all, it is he who reminds everyone of those forty days spent by the Savior in the desert. He brings the fasting to the Holy Week, and then to the greatest church holiday - the Holy Resurrection of Christ. The period of Great Lent is the time to prepare for the holiday of Happy Easter. It is on these days that people should atone for all their sins by prayer and prayer. It is very important to draw up proper nutrition, since during fasting it is allowed to eat only certain foods.
This entire post is divided into: Fourteenth and Passion Week. All the passionate week, as well as the first four days of fasting are very strict. On Good Good Friday, eating is forbidden altogether. Observing a post, you should refuse such products as: meat, fats, milk, eggs, alcohol, chocolate and other sweets prepared on animal fats. Home baking should also be excluded from the diet. A huge role in fasting is played by the properly established use of the first and second courses, and always hot. Proper nutrition does not cause any malfunctions in the body, so you can feel good even with such a strict restriction of food consumed. Recently, in stores you can see a wide range of food during fasting. There are special mayonnaises, cutlets and oils that do not contain a single fat of animal origin. Fish and fish dishes are allowed on certain holidays. These days include the Annunciation of the Virgin and on the last Sunday before Easter. However, it is worth noting that during normal (milder fasting) fish and fish products are not forbidden to eat. Soy products have gained popularity: meat, mayonnaise, sausage. However, do not give preference only to them. After all, fasting is not a diet, but just a small restriction of nutrition. Therefore, try to make the most diverse menu and eat for your own pleasure. Since the post should not bother you and cause negative emotions, but rather should support you and be a pleasure for you. For those who decide to keep the post for the first time, the first week will seem the most difficult, but then it becomes easier over time. You can diversify your diet with various fruits and vegetables. Elderly, sick and pregnant women during fasting can be given a little relaxation or not fasting at all, as fasting can adversely affect their health.
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