What was Shri Sai Baba's approach to spiritual practices like fasting and Hatha Yoga?

According to the sacred texts, Shri Sai Baba's path was not one of physical self-denial through ascetic practices. Chapter 23 explicitly states that He never practiced fasting, austerities, or the labors of Hatha Yoga. Instead of depriving His body, He maintained it by consuming a small amount of food obtained through daily alms, or Madhukari. He was indifferent to taste, accepting whatever was given, whether plain or good, and considering it sweet. His focus was on inner qualities like ego-lessness and peace, rather than external rituals or bodily mortification, viewing the body as a means to liberation.