Daniel's Fast
The Daniel Fast was first observed by the prophet Daniel in the Bible. Scripture gives us some insight (such as in Dan. 10:3) into what Daniel ate and didn’t eat; however, we don’t know his complete menu. On one occasion, Daniel was greatly concerned for his people and sought the Lord’s wisdom during a time of prayer and fasting.
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“At that time I, Daniel, mourned for three weeks. I ate no choice food; no meat or wine touched my lips (Dan. 10:2-3).
The Daniel Fast Food List
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All fruit – fresh, frozen, dried, juiced, or canned.
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All vegetables – fresh, frozen, dried, juiced, or canned.
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All whole grains – amaranth, barley, brown rice, oats, quinoa, millet, and whole wheat.
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Tortillas - Corn tortillas yes (No flour tortillas)
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All nuts & seeds – almonds, cashews, macadamia nuts, peanuts, pecans, pine nuts, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, and sunflower seeds; unsweetened almond milk. Nut butters are also included.
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All legumes – canned or dried; black beans, black eyed peas, cannellini beans, garbanzo beans (chickpeas), great northern beans, kidney beans, lentils, pinto beans, and split peas.
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All quality oils – avocado, coconut, grapeseed, olive, peanut, sesame, and walnut.
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Beverages – distilled water, filtered water, spring water, caffeine free tea, black coffee, and freshly squeezed juice with no added sugar.
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Other – unsweetened almond milk, coconut milk, rice milk, or soy milk; herbs, spices, salt, pepper, unsweetened coconut flakes, seasonings, Bragg’s Liquid Aminos, soy products, and tofu.
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Date Syrup, agave nectar and any other natural sweetener not derived from animals.
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Protein - Beans, lentils, quinoa, nuts, seeds, asparagus, broccoli, kale, spinach, and sprouts are good sources of this important nutrient. Protein powder is allowed as long as it contains no animal products. Suggested Protein powders during the Daniel Fast:
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Garden of Life Organic Plant-Based Protein Powder
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Orgain Simple Organic Plant Protein Powder
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Carrington Farms Coconut Protein Blend
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Care/of Plant Protein
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Your Super Organic Superfood Protein Mix
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Vega Sport Premium Protein
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Foods to Avoid on the Daniel Fast
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All meat & animal products – bacon, beef, buffalo, eggs, fish, lamb, poultry, and pork.
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All dairy products – butter, cheese, cream, milk, and yogurt.
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Tortillas- No flour tortillas. (Yes corn tortillas), no fried tortillas (tostadas)
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All sweeteners – artificial sweeteners, brown rice syrup, cane juice, honey, molasses, raw sugar, syrups, stevia, and sugar.
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All leavened bread & yeast – baked goods and Ezekiel bread (if it contains yeast and honey).
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All refined & processed food products – artificial flavorings, chemicals, food additives, preservatives, white flour, and white rice.
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All deep-fried foods – corn chips, French fries, and potato chips.
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All solid fats – lard, margarine, and shortening.
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Beverages – alcohol, carbonated drinks, and energy drinks.
