Fasting is a conscious decision of every believer who decides to refrain from certain foods in order to achieve spiritual purification. To withstand fasting without harm to health, you need to know a few subtleties.
Instruction manual
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Each person makes the decision to fast on their own. Indeed, in addition to the religious component of this abstinence, we are talking about the inevitable impact on the body and human health. Therefore, you should first consult a doctor. To withstand fasting without harmful consequences, the body must be ready for this. It will be useful to pre-"train" yourself, arranging diets, fasting days or daily fasting. A few days before fasting, you need to start preparing the body for changes in nutrition: gradually reduce the amount of animal food, eliminate alcohol. For the first abstinence, it is better to choose a short post, preferably non-strict, allowing the use of fish.
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The first days of fasting are stressful for the body. Therefore, at this time you need to limit yourself as much as possible from excessive loads. Do not forget that fasting is ultimately aimed at spiritual goals, so try to set aside time for quiet reflection and prayer - peace of mind will help to cope with physical discomfort.
To overcome hunger, you need to drink plenty of fluids: this will help to “trick” the stomach. In addition, this has a beneficial effect: toxins are excreted from the body, and the use of homemade fruit drinks provides vitamins.
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The end of the post and the exit from it must be carried out with special attention. As a rule, a short food abstinence has a beneficial effect on well-being. Listen to your body, do not immediately seek to "replenish" in it the reserves of animal protein. Introduce meat, fats, smoked meat into the diet carefully, in small portions. Do not exclude fasting dishes that have become familiar from the menu right away - their time-tested recipe is quite suitable for everyday use.
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The decision to abide by the post is strictly voluntary. But it must be remembered that in addition to the religious component, in this case, the impact of food restrictions on human health plays a large role. It is important to know not only how to withstand Lent, but also how to survive it.
Useful advice
Decision and faith, a strong desire to follow the chosen path - this is very, very important, but it is equally important to set small, easily achievable goals. So, you do not need to think about how to immediately withstand the whole Great Lent without preparation. Allow yourself to fast the day, and rejoice in the evening that we were able to make this little step towards a big goal.
