Did Baba advise against fasting entirely, or was his guidance on eating habits more nuanced?

While Sai Baba was strongly against fasting, his advice ultimately centered on the principle of moderation. Chapter 32 clarifies that just as excessive fasting is terrible and causes continuous discomfort, excessive eating is also not beneficial. He described 'moderate eating' as being 'truly comfortable.' His primary objection was to the notion that spiritual attainment could be achieved on an empty stomach, as he believed hunger renders the sense organs wretched and incapable of focusing on God. His philosophy was to first satisfy the self with food before embarking on any spiritual quest.