The Daniel Fast is a popular method used by many around the world to gain spiritual discripline in prayer and fasting. Based on scriptures, the Daniel Fast includes the consumption of only fruits, vegetables, and water. Additionally no sweeteners, no breads, no artifical or processed foods, nor chemicals are allowed. The following foods are allowed to be ate during the Daniel Fast.
Fruits
Apples, Apricots, Bananas, Blackberries, Blueberries, Cranberries, Raspberries, Strawberries, Cherries, Grapefruit, Grapes, Guava, Kiwi, Lemons, Limes, Mangoes, Cantaloupe, Honeydew, Watermelon, Nectarines, Oranges, Peaches, Pears, Pineapples, Plums, Tangerines.
Vegetables
Artichokes, Asparagus, Beets, Broccoli, Cauliflower, Brussels Sprouts, Carrots, Celery, Chili Peppers, Collard Greens, Corn, Cucumbers, Eggplant, Garlic, Ginger Root, Leeks, Lettuce, Cabbage, Kale, Spinach, Mushrooms, Okra, Onions, Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes, Radishes, Scallions, Sprouts, Squashes, Zucchini, Tomatoes, Turnips, Yams.
Whole Grains
Whole Wheat, Brown Rice, Quinoa, Oats, Barley, Grits, Rice Cakes, Popcorn.
Nuts, Seeds, and Legumes
Sunflower Seeds, Cashews, Peanuts, Sesame, Nut Butter, Peanut Butter, Dried Beans, Pinto Beans, Split Peas, Lentils, Black Eyed Peas, Kidney Beans, Black Beans, Cannellini Beans, White Beans.
Oils and Beverages
Olive, Canola, Grape Seed, Peanut, Sesame, Spring Water, Distilled Water, Other Pure Waters.
The Daniel Fast is a 52 week cleansing fast that helps to bring together a spiritual, mental, and physical connection. Five small meals can be consumed each day. The following infographic provides the spiritual meaning and physical health gained from participating in the Daniel Fast.
