How to Fast Properly, Nourish Your Body, and Lose Weight › Go Batroun

1. How to Fast During Lent: What to Eat, How Much, and How Often

What to Eat During Lent?

Lent fasting doesn’t mean starving—it means eating strategically to nourish your body while losing weight. Follow these key principles:

Avoid processed foods high in refined sugars, white flour, and seed oils.

Choose balanced meals rich in healthy fats, plant-based proteins, and fiber to stabilize blood sugar.

Lent meals often lack sufficient protein, leading to cravings. Include vegan and vegetarian meals from Nutritas Boutique to maintain muscle mass.

For snacks, opt for fruits, nuts, dried fruits, keto vegan snacks, or raw energy balls, available in our boutique.

How Much to Eat?

Portion control is essential to avoid overeating and weight gain.

Lent meals are often high in carbohydrates, so monitor net carb intake to prevent insulin spikes.

Avoid mixing too many types of dishes in one meal to support better digestion.

How Many Meals Per Day?

Stick to 2-3 small balanced meals or 2 moderate meals with a light snack in between.

Do not overeat after fasting for 12-16 hours, as this can lead to weight gain.

Avoid high-sugar meals and frequent snacking, which can spike insulin and hinder fat loss.