The Daniel Fast is a biblically-inspired, plant-based fast rooted in Daniel 1:12 and Daniel 10:3. The fast emphasizes spiritual growth through dietary discipline, abstaining from processed, refined, and animal-based foods.
What To Eat
What To Eat
Fruits: Fresh, frozen, dried (unsweetened), and canned in water/juice.
Vegetables: Fresh, frozen, or canned without added sugars or preservatives.
Whole Grains: Brown rice, quinoa, oats, barley, millet, whole wheat, farro, bulgur.
Legumes: Lentils, chickpeas, black beans, pinto beans, peas, soybeans.
Nuts & Seeds: Almonds, walnuts, cashews, pistachios, sunflower seeds, chia seeds, flaxseeds.
Oils: Olive oil, avocado oil, coconut oil (in moderation).
Beverages: Water (primary drink), herbal teas, smoothies, natural fruit-infused water.
Spices & Herbs: All natural, fresh, or dried spices and herbs.
Sweeteners: None allowed—use fruits for natural sweetness.
Bread: Whole-grain, unleavened bread with no added sugar or yeast.
What Not To Eat
What Not To Eat
All meat, poultry, and seafood.
Dairy products milk, cheese, butter, cream, yogurt.
Sweeteners sugar, honey, syrups, artificial sweeteners.
Leavened bread white bread, tortillas, or baked goods containing yeast or sugar.
Processed or refined foods
Fried foods or solid fats- butter, margarine etc.
Beverages other than water, herbal teas, or unsweetened smoothies.
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