What was Sai Baba's general philosophy regarding food and fasting?

According to the teachings found in Chapter 32, Sai Baba's philosophy was that one should prioritize nourishment over fasting for spiritual pursuits. He himself never fasted and would not allow others to do so, believing that the mind of a fasting person is not peaceful, which hinders spiritual benefit. He taught that God is not attained on an empty stomach and one must first "satisfy the soul of the self" by eating. The text emphasizes that while excessive eating is not beneficial, moderate eating is comfortable, and excessive fasting is described as terrible and a cause of continuous discomfort.