The nutritionist gave tips on nutrition in Lent with health benefits

In conversation with the agency RuNews24.RuOn Tuesday, March 4, the specialist emphasized that fasting should be done wisely. According to her, Lent is not starvation, but a conscious restriction in food. It is important to maintain a balanced diet and comply with all nutritional standards.

The doctor noted that the body must receive the necessary nutrients even with dietary restrictions: we are talking about proteins, vitamins and minerals. Also, do not forget about the variety of foods and include vegetables, fruits, cereals, legumes, mushrooms, nuts and seeds in the diet.

Of course, do not forget about the sufficient amount of water to maintain the body's water balance.

The nutritionist also advised to plan your menu in advance to avoid temptations and ensure yourself a beautiful serving of permitted food. If you feel dizzy or weak with other unpleasant symptoms, you should consult a doctor.

Lent is not only a time of restriction, but also an opportunity to review your eating habits and make your diet healthier, the doctor concluded.

Earlier that day, endocrinologist Merkulova advised against fasting for flu and gastritis. According to her, if you have chronic diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, you need to undergo an examination and consult with a doctor, taking into account the stage and form of gastritis or other pathology, the website writes kp.ru .

Also on March 4, nutritionist Mariyat Mukhina warned of the potential dangers of over-indulging in some popular protein alternatives. For example, mushrooms can be harmful due to their ability to accumulate toxic substances from the environment. The doctor advised to limit their use to two servings per week of about 150-200 grams each, writes 360.ru.

At the same time, nutritionist Oksana Mikhaleva рассказала about the health risks of the elderly during Lent. She noted that during the fast, all animal products except honey are excluded from the diet, that is, meat, poultry and fish, with the exception of a few days.

On March 2, nutritionist and nutritionist Irina Pisareva in an interview with advised that during Lent, animal protein should be replaced with plant products with a high content of this substance. First of all, you should pay attention to legumes. Peas, beans, soybeans, chickpeas — they contain significant amounts of protein.

Lent is considered the strictest of the year, as it prepares believers for the main Orthodox holiday, Easter. href="https://nsn.fm/society/velikii-post-2025-traditsii-retsepty-mneniya-vrachei-i-sovety-tserkvi">НСН.