In this essay I would like to do research on how Catholic Christians Practice fasting , what forms catholic christian fasting , traditions involved in it , why its done , and more in depth research. You must use academic books and scholarly journal articles to examine elements of the way in which the food involved in this fasting intersects with and focuses on issues of identity , social relations and values and beliefs. But develop your own observations and analysis. Make sure to discuss the role of food in this religious ritual .