Hi, I'm Mat. Krista,

Yes, fasting should be a struggle...

...but one of a spiritual nature, not a struggle at the grocery store or in the kitchen.

The Orthodox fasting seasons grant us an opportunity to enrich our spiritual lives through prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. When it comes to fasting and modifying your typical food choices, I understand, as a registered dietitian, that this can sometimes be confusing, daunting, or difficult. Yes, fasting should be a struggle, but one of a spiritual nature, not a struggle at the grocery store or in the kitchen. I hope this guide can help transform any preoccupation with diet to a simplified & balanced approach to eating so that you can embrace the practice of fasting freely and fully, unlocking the spiritual benefits of this ancient Christian discipline.