and these Catholic Church approved publications are? the imprimatur from the book you read is granted by whom? I don’t have problems because I follow the traditional fasting practices of Lent when I fast, rather than making up new fasts. I am diabetic so I have to fast and abstain sensibly. If I did have problems I would consult my doctor before undertaking any fast. Most healthy people should not have a problem with an occasional fast day, so all the more reason to consult a doctor. And it is more spiritually healthy to consult one’s confessor or spiritual director before undertaking any penance outside the traditional discipline of the Church.I have read in more than one publication that the Blessed Mother has requested that we fast on bread and water on Wednesdays and Fridays. .
First off, private revelations need to be viewed with caution. In any case, BEFORE doing a bread and water fast, or any fast beyond current prescribed norms, one should clear this with your spiritual director (if you have one) or your local Priest. THEN get a thorough physical checkup from your Physiciam, informing them of your fasting plans. It may be that such a strict fast is contraindicated.I have read in more than one publication that the Blessed Mother has requested that we fast on bread and water on Wednesdays and Fridays. When I do this, it seems that my intestinal system goes awry (diahrrea for a couple of days). Does anyone else have this problem, and if so what do you do about it? Does that mean it is not healthy for me? Thanks for your (name removed by moderator)ut.