fasting

IPA: fˈæstɪŋ

Abstinence or mortification for religious reasons, especially abstinence from food.
Abstinence from food, limiting caloric intake, for medical or health reasons, dieting.

Examples of "fasting" in Sentences

But fasting is good insofar as it achieves a good end.
Maybe prayer and fasting is the answer – right Michele Bachmann?
A normal level, after a night of fasting, is under 100 mg/dl, regardless of your size.
And fasting is not exactly what one would "celebrate" unless you are Evo Morales right now!
Some people point out that fasting is not the most important thing and, therefore, they do not need to worry about it.
By replacing the alleluia sung in the normal seasons, it represents a kind of fasting from the wordless jubilation of the alleluia.
Abstaining for a period of time through voluntary juice fasting is possible and has health benefits as well, though you should consult your physician before beginning.