Tag: Eggs and fasting

Orthodox Christians observe over 180 fasting days per year, and a common question arises: can I eat eggs during orthodox fasting? The answer is generally no, but the specific rules depend on the fasting period and the guidance of your spiritual father.

After prolonged fasting, your body undergoes significant metabolic and enzymatic changes. Specifically, after a 7-day fast, the digestive system is highly sensitive, and reintroducing food too quickly can cause discomfort or a potentially fatal condition called refeeding syndrome. While eggs are a nutritious, easy-to-digest protein source, they must be introduced cautiously and correctly when you break a 7 day fast to avoid adverse effects.