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“Prove thy servants, I beseech thee, ten days; and let them give us pulse to eat, and water to drink.” Daniel 1:12
“In those days I, Daniel, was mourning three full weeks. I ate no pleasant food, no meat or wine came into my mouth, nor did I anoint myself at all, till three whole weeks were fulfilled.” -——Daniel 10:2, 3
Welcome! The purpose of this site is to offer valuable and complete information about the Daniel Fast. As the Daniel Fast Blogger, my #1 goal is to help you have a successful fasting experience. More and more Christian men and women are choosing the Daniel Fast as their guideline to enter into the spiritual discipline. While the Daniel Fast is a partial fast, (rather than total abstention from all food) it still provides many of the attributes of denying the self and seeking God.
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Hello Susan,
I so appreciate your information about the Daniel Fast. I started the fast at sundown 8 days ago, & have been amazed at how easily I’ve “taken” to the plan – especially considering my addictions to sugar & caffeine. And I’m constantly thanking God for this blessing! One problem I’m experiencing is extreme bloating. I drink plenty of water, & I’ve lost over 4 pounds in this time, but I’m very uncomfortably bloating. Until I read the blog this evening I was drinking one glass of juice with protein powder each day, but I will now discontinue that. Your thoughts please?
B
I believe I’ve found the solution: grapefruit seed extract drops in water. It immediately relieved the bloating.
Bernalle
Hi B,
Herbs can relieve bloating and gas. Here is an article with natural remedies you might want to consider: http://www.ehow.com/way_5649047_natural-way-relieve-intestinal-gas.html I hope this helps!
oi Susan. Duas perguntas: Se pode usar mel? E por que nao se pode chas, mesmo descafeinados? Obrigada. Deus te abencoe muito.
The two foundational scriptures for the fast are Daniel 1:12 says, “Prove thy servants, I beseech thee, ten days; and let them give us pulse to eat, and water to drink.” Pulse is food grown from seed . . . (corn, potatoes, wheat, rice and the like are all considered grown from seed). And, Dan. 10:3 – I ate no pleasant or desirable food, nor did any meat or wine come into my mouth; …Because of this, we eat no sweeteners of any kind, no deep fried foods and no fancy desserts. We also don’t use any stimulants such as “caffeine” or alcohol and “water is the only drinking beverage”.
So then, the Daniel Fast is a type of fast based on the combined fasting experiences of the prophet Along with typical Jewish fasting principles. To be clear, we are not trying to “re-enact” the prophet’s fast/time of mourning, but rather use the experiences to serve as guidelines for a partial fast that can be experienced by people today. Giving up foods, submitting our fleshly cravings, and experiencing all those emotions and challenges is part of the fast. If we are merely substituting “yummy foods” for other “yummy foods” then we can miss the powerful lessons and the growth. On the other hand, the purpose of the Daniel Fast is much more than “to not enjoy food.” Otherwise we would all be eating some tasteless mush! As a reminder, the definition of fasting is to restrict food for a spiritual purpose, and is an experience for the whole person – body, soul and spirit. Also, one thing to keep in mind is that while all foods on the Daniel Fast are natural . . . not all natural foods are acceptable. “Honey” for example is one of those, although natural it is still a sweetener and not allowed on the fast. I hope this helps, Be Blessed on your Journey!
I have been trying to find a tofu that doesn’t have any chemicals or preservatives. It seems like every brand of tofu (even in the health food store) has calcium sulfate. I am assuming that is not acceptable under the Daniel Fast? Many also have calcium chloride which I know you have suggested to stay away from. If calcium sulfate is not acceptable, can you provide a brand that is preservative/chemical free?
Hi Kathryn,
A couple of brands that have good ingredients are Azumaya and Trader Joe’s brand – they are organic, so that earns an edge in my book. Both had only water, soybeans and either Calcium sulfate ( allowed, but not preferred) or Magnesium chloride (a natural salt, allowed and preferred) as ingredients, with no additives or preservatives. (Re: Calcium Chloride this is also one of those “allowed but not preferred”.. “whenever possible try to find options that don’t include these, however there are those times that you just can’t so remember they are allowed, just not preferred”). I hope this helps!
Good afternoon Susan! I started the fast today and had just a few questions. Are the following food acceptable; spaghetti and spaghetti sauce, tortillas, any peanut butter or only the kind with only peanuts for ingredients? I look forward to trying all the recipes and spending the next 21 days very close with the Lord. I have a few very specific goals and number one is my relationship with Jesus Christ. Thank you do much for the book and the website and I look forward to hearing back!
Sarah
Hi Sarah,
Yes, Pasta’s are fine, just make sure that they are whole grain, with no eggs and free of sweeteners and additives. Spaghetti sauces are also allowed, you’ll have to read the Ingredients list for Daniel Fast friendly ingredients. You can have whole grain tortillas (flour and corn) that are free of sweeteners, additives and of course leavening agents-yeast, baking soda/powder. A good peanut butter should have as its ONLY Ingredients: Peanuts….and maybe some salt. Adams 100% Natural Peanut Butter is one that we can recommend. Be Blessed on your fast!
Hi why do I feel drowsy during fasting?
Hi Miriam,
If you are eating a well banlanced diet with plenty of protein, iron and nutrient rich foods, then it sounds like your body is more than likely going through the detox process from caffeine, sugar and/or chemicals. These symptoms (headaches, fatigue, cramps, joint pain to name a few) will pass in a few days (3-7) or more. The more extreme the buildup of the toxins in your body, the more extreme your symptoms and length of time to complete your detox. Meanwhile, flushing your system with water will ease your discomfort and speed up the detox process. As a general guideline, your body needs half its body weight in ounces of water per day, ie: 160lbs = 80 oz. of water daily. Add to that amount if you are experiencing any extreme conditions such as exposure to warm weather, cold weather, physical exercise or Detox. So, drink lot’s of Water, water, water! Also, pay close attention to your protein intake and eat plenty of Protein Rich Foods: All Nuts and Peanut butter (any nut butters), Whole grains, Legumes and Leafy Dark Green Vegetables, to learn more go to: http://vegetarian.about.com/od/healthnutrition/tp/protein.htm I hope this helps, Be Blessed in your Fast!
Hello Susan: Since I am on my last week of the Daniel Fast, I want to thank you for the Devotionals each day, the are so encouraging. I appreciated the one directly to me, altho I have been on this path as a Christian for several years, it doesn’t hurt to be reminded as to who you are in Christ Thank you for the recipes they are very helpful. I have an acidtic system so have to be carefull with those foods with a lot of acid involved. Enjoy the cornbread recipe will probably continue to use that one among others. I have gone on long enough again I want to say
Thank you.
Betty
Can I use italian dressing on my salad?
Hi Brian,
The problem with prepared dressings is that it is hard to find one that is free of additives and sweeteners, so check the Ingredients list on the one you’re considering. A prepared dressing that fits the Daniel Fast is Newman’s Own Oil and Vinegar Salad Dressing. You can also make your own salad dressings and there are many recipes in the Daniel Fast Cookbooks http://www.daniel-fast.com I hope this helps!
I am currently on a Daniel fast, I am very tired, and have a headache that wont go away, am now 4 days on the fast
Hi Precious,
Increase your water intake. This sounds like your body is going through the detox process (from caffeine, sugar and/or chemicals). These symptoms (headaches, fatigue, cramps, joint pain to name a few) will pass in a few days (3-7) or more. The more extreme the buildup of the toxins in your body, the more extreme your symptoms and length of time to complete your detox. Meanwhile, flushing your system with water will ease your discomfort and speed up the detox process. As a general guideline, your body needs half its body weight in ounces of water per day, ie: 160lbs = 80 oz. of water daily. Add to that amount if you are experiencing any extreme conditions such as exposure to warm weather, cold weather, physical exercise or Detox. So, drink lot’s of Water! Also, pay close attention to your protein intake and eat plenty of Protein Rich Foods: All Nuts and Peanut butter (any nut butters), Whole grains, Legumes and Leafy Dark Green Vegetables, to learn more go to: http://vegetarian.about.com/od/healthnutrition/tp/protein.htm I hope this helps, Be Blessed in your Fast!
Im on day three of the Daniel Fast. Can I eat seitan?
Yes, Seitan would all be acceptable since it is a vegetable based product similar to tofu. For those who are reading this and don’t know about Seitan, it is similar to tofu except that it is wheat based. It’s bland on it’s own, but like tofu acts like a sponge to the foods it is being cooked with and soaks up the flavors. Be Blessed!
Are Life Water and Vitamin water ok to drink on the Daniel Fast?
Hi Tracey,
I am not real familiar with the Vitamin Waters that are available, but the deciding factor is by reading the ingredients. If it is sugar/sweetener-free and chemical-free then it is likely okay. Be Blessed!
thank u so much for your advices on daniel’s fast. by just reading the comments of others and ur advices, i saw that i had eaten the wrong foods like biscuits, TAB and i pray that God’s grace fall upon me. its my 12th day and i pray that God will open my spiritual eyes and the eyes of my heart to see him and hear from him because this is our time to take our position and no longer be slaves of sin but slaves of prayer in the name of Jesus,its time to practice the authority that had been given unto us by our Father in heaven.
Hi…Can you workout while fasting?
Hi Michelle,
Yes, you can work out while on the fast. But, You must be intentional on your protein intake, and you can get plenty of protein in nuts, peanut butter (any nut butter), Whole grains, legumes and leafy green vegetables, also some will add in unsweetened soy (or any plant based) protein powder into a ‘smoothie’ meal (make sure all other ingredients comply with the Daniel Fast and watch out for sweeteners, chemical additives whey)…and make sure you are drinking Lot’s of water. I hope this helps!
What are the dates for the 2013 Daniel Fast?
Hi Peggy,
There is no official Daniel Fast dates on this site. However, you will hear alot about an annual January-February Daniel Fast, because this is when many churches choose to start their ‘Corporate’ church fast as a body. If your church is not planning a corporate fast and you want to join in at this time of mass corporate fast (knowing that you are joining the collective body) you can start January 1st or stay tuned for blogs that come through with their start dates. Be Blessed on your Fast!
Hi Susan,
Can you eat canned fruits on the Dainel Fast?
Hi Erica,
Yes, canned foods are allowed on the fast. And….. this is where your “New Daniel Fast Exercise” comes into play, Label Reading. Not all canned foods are safe, so you’ll need to read alot Ingredients labels before you find a clean product free of sweeteners and additives, but they are available. I hope this helps!
Hi! I was just wondering if you could pray for me as I am planning to begin this fast Sunday and continue for 40 days until the presidential election. I haven’t been able to find anyone to fast with me, so I need the support you offer to help me stay focused. (Although my husband fasted and prayed for our children for one meal last Sunday, bless his heart!) I had fasted successfully for 23 days ten years ago and the Holy Spirit drew closer to me than I had ever thought possible! Unfortunately I have not been able to discipline myself to fast for an extended amount of time since then and I miss Him greatly. I am sure He misses me too. I long for His presence, and I need to intercede on behalf of my ex-husband, children, and extended family so that they will have the strength and desire to win the battles between the flesh and the spirit, as their souls may be at stake. I had read Jentezen Franklin’s two books which were very, very informative as to the “why” to fast, but I am grateful that your book is helping me to see “how” to do it. I am both reading the paperback and listening to the cd for reinforcement. I had not been able to be successful for longer than a few days and became very discouraged, especially since after I “failed” I would sometimes eat like a pig for a few days and undo any good results. My family thinks I’m “setting too high a standard” and should just give up fasting and “enjoy life!” But I can’t because I know God is calling me to exercise self-sacrifice and discipline so I can be filled with His love, power, and the knowledge of His will. I plan to get up an hour earlier to either go on a “Prayer walk” or do Bible-reading and prayer on the stepper. I have already set the alarm on my phone for 3 times a day to stop and pray like Daniel. I plan to cut out sugar, caffeine and eating more than I need this week to prepare. I printed out your meal plan and will shop and prepare some meals in advance. I do not want to fail again. Thank you for your prayers and suport.
Hi Alysia,
God isn’t looking for perfection, just hearts that are hungering for more of Him! When you seek God through fasting and prayer you are posturing yourself to hear and receive from the throne All He has for you! Through this time of agreement, separation from the world and drawing close to Him, you will never be the same. God is going to do great things in you and through you, you just keep your eyes on Him, and watch what He will do on your behalf! Standing firm on His word for you and with you! Jer. 29:11 BE BLESSED!
Dear Alysia, I will fast alongside you! I will start my fast the 23rd or 24th of this month until the election day. And also for the restoration and protections of families! Be blessed and let’s make God’s heart rejoice with our small sacrifice and obedience.
Elizabeth
I will be praying for you both. I am starting my fast next week on Nov 1. Please keep me in you prayers as well. God be with you.
Can I eat corn out of the can? It has 7grams of sugar but ingredients says corn and water. No salt added. Is this sugar natural?
Hi Phyllis,
Yes, good job! This type of sugar is naturally derived from the corn and is fine for the fast. Be blessed!
Hi Susan. Is dried fruits ok? Had brown rice with raisins & cinnamon yesterday for flavoring and would like to have oatmill porridge with raisins & cinnamon. Also, is canned fruit ok in their own juices such as crushed pineapple? Had it today on a whole grain flat bread with coconut oil spread on it for breakfast. Unfortunenately, the only flat bread I could find had baking soda in it but no baking powder. Went today & bought some ancient grains. Going to try out this wheat grinder I got a while back, to make my own flat bread so that it will be just as you have been mentioning.
Blessings
Cheryl
Hi Cheryl,
Yes, dried fruits are good (unsweetened and free of additives). Sounds like you are doing good and well on your way (especially once you avoid the baking soda as well). Be Blessed on your Journey!
I am confused why you can have soy, almond, or plant based milk in a smoothie, but is not allowed to drink alone. Also, is not a smoothie, a beverage. Also, one of the suggested contents in a smoothie is orange juice, which again, cannot be consumed, alone.
I have checked the ingredients on Morning Star veggie burgers and sausage, both contain egg whites, which I know is not allowed.
Hi Rick,
Yes, blended smoothies can be a “grey area” ….. ‘smoothies are allowed when used as a liquid meal’….when you drink it as a meal (meal replacement – and not as a snack, dessert or refreshment). With the bulk of the smoothie being fruit and vegetables (blended) and a splash of the mentioned liquids being added for consistency. With that said, all “unsweetened”, “additive free” juices and plant based milks (Almond, Rice, Soy, Coconut, etc.,) are fine on the fast… “again, for use in recipes and/or on cereal”, But not as a drinking beverage (water is the only beverage on the fast). I hope this helps to clarify, Be Blessed!
Susan, I am on my 19 day of my fast. I can truly say that I am stronger in spirit and my spirit is stronger than the soul. I have been reading the scriptures, meditating, and praying. However, it seems that an opposite effect is happening. Everything I’ve prayed for is worse than before. Problems I didn’t have I have two fold. Major appliances are breaking one afer another, I got hit with a huge IRS bill, and my prayers for understanding in my marriage have been answered with facts of my husbands hidden issues. All this has occurred just since I started the fast. Coincidence? Now I pray to understand why the lord is opening my eyes to make me want to leave my husband. I’m starting to feel like maybe we shouldn’t be praying for our needs so boldly because the opposite is happening. I’m a little disappointed in my experience.
Hi Cami,
It is quite normal, and can almost to be expected that when one enters into a fast that ‘stuff’ will get stirred up on all fronts. The enemy of our soul hates it when we fast (seperating ourselves from the world to draw close to God) So, he does what we call a counter attack or a backlash. Be encouraged, this is his bluff to get you to back off. Also, learn to discern the things of the spirit, and read between the lines. When this stuff starts to surface, that should be your first encouragement that you are right on target and accomplishing much in the spirit realm, or he wouldn’t be working so hard to distract you! Also, all these things that you mentioned, financial problems, relationship issues etc., then the enemy takes advantage to pile on anything else eo discourage. Remember, these didn’t just start to happen when you began to fast. They were there all along, hidden, and now are being forced to the surface for exposure, now they can be dealt with, once and for all. Painful stuff, yes, but not near as painful as co-existing with them! Rejoice, God is faithful to deliver, to you and your family! 2 Thessalonians 3:13 – “And as for you, brethren, do not become weary or lose heart in doing right [but continue in well-doing without weakening].”
Be strong and courageous, be bold and declare God’s word over you and your family…If God be for you, Who can be against you? No weapon formed against you can prosper, and every tongue that rises in judgement against you, you will condemn, This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, and their righteousness is from Me, says the LORD! Be Blessed dear one!
Hi,
Do have any suggestions on how to maintain weight while on the Daniel fast? My friend lost on average 6lbs per week the last time we did the fast and struggled to regain her weight. She is athletic / fit and has little if any excess body fat. Thanks in advance for any suggestions.
Hi Dale,
The Daniel Fast is a very healthy way to eat, although it is normal for people to lose a few pounds while on the fast, it is not do to a lack of food. We advise 3 moderate meals with 2 small snacks per day. Weight loss on the fast is usually directly connected to the removal of sugar, sweeteners, basically “simple carbohydrates”, All of which are NOT allowed on the fast. However, you do not have to lose weight on the fast if you do not want to. As you know, maintaining healthy body weight is a combination of Caloric intake (eating three moderate meals with two snacks per day), exercise, accurate water intake and restorative sleep. You will want to pay specific attention to these areas, as well as be sure to monitor your protein intake (Nuts and Peanut butter, Whole grains, Legumes (beans) and Leafy Green Vegetables). And, Drink Lots of Water! As a general guideline, your body needs half its body weight in ounces of water per day, i.e.: 160lbs = 80 oz. of water daily. I hope this helps, Be Blessed in your Fast!
I have just recently gotten your book and am gradually starting the DF.
I am 67 years old and have been on so many diets, including many christian diets. What you are suggesting is really exciting to me. I have been eating this way and believe that it is the ideal way to lose my weight, have more energy and be able to honor God. I have not officially started the fast but will in a few weeks. Thank you for your book and your blog. I know that it will bring me to the place I have struggled for for so many, many years. To honor God physically, emotionally and spiritually is my goal. God bless you. Justine
Hi Justine,
Thank you so much for your kind words! Our God is so good and faithful to us as we put our trust in Him. I am so very excited for all God has instore for you! Jer. 29:11 Be Blessed on your Journey!
Susan, I may have to go out of town before my fast is finished. I’m suppose to end it on the 4th of Sept. However,
i may need to leave to go out of town on the 2nd. Which is best to end it early or to take a pause?
Thanks, Joyce
Hi Joyce,
There is no right or wrong answer here. Ask the Holy Spirit for His direction and watch how sweetly the answer comes. He is Faithful and loves it when we ASK HIM for His instrustions on the matters of life. Be Blessed on your Journey my friend!
I’m alittle confused as everything I’ve read on your site says no sugar or sweetners. However, some of the recipes call for apple juice and also peanut butter is allowed. Don’t these products contain sugar? Any clarification is greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time.
Hi Jan,
Foods that have Naturally derived sugars in them is fine. Peanut butter that has no added sugar and or additives is a great source of protein on the fast. Apple juice that is free of added sweeteners and free of chemical additives is fine for use in recipes as well. I hope this helps, Be Blessed!
How do you know whether the sugar is added or part of the natural sugar in dried fruit? For example…Oceanspray cranberries say ingredients: Cranberries, sugar. Is that added or sweetness of the cranberries?
Hi Barbara,
If the sugar is listed in the Ingredients, then it has been added in. If sugar is not listed in the Ingredients But is listed in the Nutrition list, then it is Naturally derived and fine for the fast. I hope this helps!
In my bible it says a Daniel fast is vegetables and water. Where does it talk about grains, fruits, nuts and oils?
Hi Cindy,
The two foundational scriptures for the fast are Daniel 1:12 says, “Prove thy servants, I beseech thee, ten days; and let them give us pulse to eat, and water to drink.” Pulse is food grown from seed . . . corn, potatoes, wheat, rice and the like are all considered grown from seed.
Dan. 10:3 – I ate no pleasant or desirable food, nor did any meat or wine come into my mouth; …Because of this, we eat no sweeteners of any kind, no deep fried foods and no fancy desserts. We also don’t use any stimulants such as caffeine or alcohol and water is the only drinking beverage.
So then, the Daniel Fast is a type of fast based on the combined fasting experiences of the prophet Along with typical Jewish fasting principles. To be clear, we are not trying to “reenact” the prophet’s fast/time of mourning, but rather use the experiences to serve as guidelines for a partial fast that can be experienced by people today. Giving up foods, submitting our fleshly cravings, and experiencing all those emotions and challenges is part of the fast. If we are merely substituting “yummy foods” for other “yummy foods” then we can miss the powerful lessons and the growth. On the other hand, the purpose of the Daniel Fast is much more than “to not enjoy food.” Otherwise we would all be eating some tasteless mush! Unlike traditional fasting where disciplines must focus on denying all food intake, the Daniel Fast disciplines must be exercised on denying specific foods only, as well as eating the right foods (which for most of us is a whole “new” world of discipline). As a reminder, the definition of fasting is to restrict food for a spiritual purpose, and is an experience for the whole person – body, soul and spirit. Also, one thing to keep in mind is that while all foods on the Daniel Fast are natural . . . not all natural foods are acceptable. Honey for example is one of those, although natural it is still a sweetener and not allowed on the fast.
I encourage you to study the information on this blog and at http://www.Daniel-Fast.com as there is a wealth of information about the Daniel Fast. You may then even consider going into a deeper study about the Daniel Fast. If you are interested you might want to get a copy of The Daniel Fast where I go into great depth about fasting and the Daniel Fast in particular. I hope this helps!
This fast has taught me to eat more healthy. I have lost 7 pounds so far! But the problem is that I really don’t feel closer to God. I’m pretty sure that I’m doing something wrong because I know it’s not God.
Any things you can think of to kind of help me out?
Oooh and another question…can I eat Cheerios? Lol
Hi Amanda,
I don’t know what your current amount of time in the word and in prayer looks like…But I would encourage you to increase it. Increase your time with the Lord as never before, get up a little earlier before “your day” begins, take breaks throughout your day with Bible in hand just to keep the word ever before your eyes, then back to “your day” you go!
Proverbs 3:4-6 And so find favor and high esteem In the sight of God and man. Trust in the LORD with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths! God has a plan for your life, and it’s a good plan one that is worth spending this time pressing into Him and seeking Him as never before! But do continue to be diligent and a “good steward” of your daily responsibilities! Sometimes the things we are doing has the feeling of not “getting us anywhere”…. However, what is truly being accomplished may very well be “The Preparation” of what is coming next!
God is preparing you….for what He has “prepared for you”! So press in dear sister! Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the LORD, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.
Cheerios are not allowed because even though they are listed as a Multi grain, what you’re looking for is a Whole grain, or a Whole Multi grain. And then also, they have sugar in them. Some other options would be: Muesli, also for boxed cereals are the Ezekiel brands and some varieties of Shredded Wheat, ex: http://www.arrowheadmills.com/product/shredded-wheat-cereal There are several others found in the Natural Foods section of grocery stores or at Health Food stores (but you’ll have to make sure they are sweetener free), and then there is always good Old Fashioned Oatmeal. I hope this helps, Be Blessed in your Journey!
What are people on the Daniel Fast putting on/in their cereal? Is it the Soy or Coconut or Rice Milk? Is that allowed or are these liquids only for use in cooked foods? Can we use these milks in our Oatmeal and are we allowed to use Quick Oatmeal?
For cereal: All “plant based milks” (Almond, Rice, Soy, Coconut, etc.) are acceptable on the fast, for use in recipes And on cereal (water is the only drinking beverage allowed). Just make sure they are sweetener and chemical free. Oatmeal: You can pile on top fruit (bananas, raisins, craisins, fresh/frozen berries, canned peaches – watch for added sweeteners and additives) and nuts to add plenty of flavor and additional fiber and protein, and if desired some unsweetened additive free plant based milk (soy, almond, rice, coconut, etc.) I hope this helps, Be Blessed!
Oi meu nome é erica ,moro em Ilhéus-BA em Brasil.Eu e meu esposo estamos começando a fazer o jejum de Daniel.Gostariamos de mais opções de café da manhã e jantar.paz
Hi Erica,
Good Old fashioned Oatmeal, or any other favorite whole grains available in Brazil can be used as a breakfast. For boxed cereals, I am not sure what you have available in your local grocery store, but you will need to read the Ingredients list to make sure they comply with the Daniel Fast. With these options, you can pile on top fruits, nuts, and unsweetened plant based milks, (soy, almond, coconut or rice, etc.). Another of our family favorite breakfast is a burrito wrap, made with beans/rice/onions/peppers and spices. These can be prepared in advance, store in the refrigerator and quickly reheated in the morning. I hope this helps, Be blessed!
what about oatmeal. Is it okay
Hi Sheri,
Yes, Old fashioned oatmeal is great for the fast just watch what you put on top. Be Blessed!
Can you eat Dreamfields pasta on the daniel fast? The ingredients are:
Enriched Semolina, [Semolina, Iron (Ferrous
Sulfate), and B Vitamins (Niacin, Thiamine,
Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid)], Inulin
(Vegetable Fiber), Wheat Gluten (Plant
Protein), Xanthan Gum (Food Fiber), Pectin
(Fruit Fiber), Potassium Chloride.
CONTAINS WHEAT INGREDIENTS
Hi Nicole,
Remember you are looking for whole grain flours in all your foods. Semolina is a processed flour that the bran and germ have been removed leaving the starchy endosperm, so it’s not allowed on the Daniel Fast (so you’ll need to pass on Dreamfields pasta). Durum wheat, is a whole grain (possibly unfamiliar term) you’ll find alot in pasta ingredients list. Even though 100 percent durum wheat it isn’t as dark of a color as something labeled “whole wheat,” but it actually is a coarsely ground whole grain, so it’s allowed on the fast. I hope this helps, Be Blessed on your Fast!
Hi, I have almost completed this wonderful enlightened book and as I began my journey I have actually started implementing the vegetables, fruit and water, water, water. I am planning my prayer time and the time I will meet consistently everyday to meet with Jesus as we speak.
Thank you so much because I am learning so much, please pray for me as I continue.
Is chewing gum allowed on the Daniel Fast?
I have yet to find a chewing gum that is free of sweeteners And/Or free of chemicals. Be blessed on your fast!
Are we allowed to use coconut milk in soups. Looks like its just water and coconut. Although there is something else on it not aur if it’s preservative or nateral
Hi Camille,
Yes, Unsweetened additive free Coconut milk is fine for use in recipes and on cereal just not as a drinking beverage. Be Blessed!
no problem i was so excited to find the same information out as well, i made them last week and today with my bean, it is funny to find out how excited we get when we find out what we can eat. be blessed and i am glad to help
Hi Susan,
Am really excited to do the Daniel Fast, but I am unable to purchase the books that explains ‘How to go about it’. Your advise and suggestions will be of great help.
Thanks and Be Blessed.
Hi Marshal,
Everything you need to complete a successful Daniel Fast is available to you on this site and http://daniel-fast.com/about.html I encourage you to go through all the tabs and read all the information from ‘About the Fast’ to ‘Spiritual Life’ and so much more. Be Blessed on your Journey!
Hi,
I saw a post recently that asked about eating hot water corn bread. I wonder if the ingredients are allowed because although yeast is not used, baking soda and baking powder are used. Can you clarify?
Thanks
Hi Anita,
Baking soda and baking powder are both leavening agents so they would need to be left out of the ingredients for hot water corn bread. Thank you for questioning this, Be Blessed!
in the hot water cornbread i make their is no leavening and the brand of cornmeal you need is Quaker, i know because that is the one we use during passover
Thank you Apryl, as long as all additional ingredients comply with the fast (no sweeteners, no addititves, etc.) then this would be fine. Be Blessed!
Apryl,
I really love hot water cornbread. Can you give me your recipe for the DF?
Thanks in advance.
anita
no problem Anita, i just made some yesterday, make sure you get the yellow corn meal from Quaker add a little salt and pepper cut up some onion or add onion powder ( that gives it a great taste) add the HOT WATER a little at a time stir until you can make it in to a patty that will not fall apart, make sure your oil is nice and hot ( you do not need a lot, just to cover the pan) add the cornmeal and cook it on the one side until brown and then turn it over carefully cook til brown.
a small bowl should make 4
(you know you can also eat whole wheat matzo)
when you are not on the Daniel fast you can add a egg and that will help hold it together. enjoy.
If I make a vegetable soup can I use vegetable broth?
Hi Shirley,
Yes, Eating plant based DF friendly soups and the broth on the fast is great! In fact we have many soup and stew recipes available, for a sample just go to http://www.daniel-fast.com/recipes.html click on “Recipes”, then under “Daniel Fast Recipes” click on “Soups and Stews”. Be Blessed!
I would like to know if sweet potatoes are acceptable. Rondi
Sweet Potatoes are fine (all vegetables are allowed) just watch what goes on top.
i saw soy milk in break fast recipe, is soy milk accepted as i regard it as diary product. thanks cornelia kologwe
Yes, all “plant based milks” are acceptable on the fast, for use in recipes (water is the only drinking beverage allowed). Just make sure they are sweetener and chemical free, Be Blessed on your fast!
Is it ok to do popcorn?
Yes, good old fashioned popcorn (in pan with a lid of course) a little oil… and pop it the old fashioned way (No chemichal additives, no sweeteners), or better yet if you have an air popper. Just watch what you put on top (no butter) sprinkle with a little salt, cayenne pepper, etc. on top and Enjoy!
Thanks
Is it okay to rub olive oil on veggies and roast them in then oven?
Yes, that sounds great!
Is it okay to blend fresh fruit with ice and cream coconut and drink?
Blended fresh fruit smoothies are allowed as a meal replacement, just make sure the creamed coconut ingredients are Daniel Fast friendly.
I am on the 10th day of the Daniel fast I would like to appreciate your input in this through daily devotions,and the blog. I have enjoyed the days and it is such a fulfilling experience of hearing God talking to me as I move on with the fasting. He is a God of time and His timing is the best I am still on with the fasting enjoying every minute of it. I have discovered how to live a healthy life both physically and spiritually. Susan be blessed for helping me to realize how wonderful it is to move on with humility, in life on daily basis. Blessings
Siphiwe Mainjeni
Thank you for your kind words! This work is such a wonderful blessing to me and my team, our prayer is that we can be a blessing to others! Be Blessed on your Journey!
” If my people can come to me and pray, stop their wicked ways I will bless them and give them the desires of their hearts 2 Chronicles 7:14″ What a wonderful experience to be in the Daniel’s fast, it is teaching me humility and self denial, humbleness, patience. Thank you so much for your input in this Daniel Fast Team! Your reward is in heaven. You are touching souls out there not only the people who are fasting but the people around them are impacted by this wonderful experience. How nice it is to hear the Lord talking to me when I humbly and quietly listen. I am moving on I am in the 12th day and enjoying every day the Lord is manifesting himself through his guidance. Thank you and I can never thank you enough for your daily devotions. Each day they are tailored to my needs it is so wonderful to walk with the Lord. I will always continue the discipline acquired through Daniel’s fast. Blessings and keep blessing us with your wonderful words from God.
I’m in sierra Leone where would i pay the money so that i can download this books
Hi Francess,
You can order any of the Daniel Fast eBooks by going to the Daniel Fast store at: https://em101.infusionsoft.com/app/storeFront/showStoreFront Or, if you would rather have the Daniel Fast in paperback format, you can go to Amazon.com for your country to order. I hope this helps, Be Blessed!
I’m not clear about the Daniel Fast, does it mean i do eat food during the fast but only vegetables? Or I don’t eat @all till the designated time ie eg 6-6 or 8-8?? I’m asking this because some people say it’s only a partial fast.
Hi Nelly,
The Daniel Fast is totally plant-based partial fast. Many people who are not able to go on a water – or liquid-only fast are able to enter into the powerful experience of prayer and fasting using the Daniel Fast. Because you are eating food, it is referred to as a partial fast. But you are also restricting certain foods at the same time. The two foundational scriptures for the fast are: Daniel 1:12 “Prove thy servants, I beseech thee, ten days; and let them give us pulse to eat, and water to drink.” Pulse is food grown from seed . . . corn, potatoes, wheat, rice, fruit and the like are all considered grown from seed. (Water only, no dairy/meat). Dan. 10:3 – I ate no pleasant or desirable food, nor did any meat or wine come into my mouth; and I did not anoint myself at all for the full three weeks. Because of this, we eat no sweeteners of any kind, no deep fried foods and no fancy desserts. We also don’t use any stimulants such as caffeine or alcohol.
Finally, we look to the typical Jewish fasting principles. This primarily impacts leavening – so no yeast breads or foods with leavening are allowed. Unlike traditional fasting where disciplines focus on denying all food intake, the Daniel Fast disciplines are on denying specific foods only.
There is no designated time of day to eat or not eat. We do suggest three moderate meals per day with two healthy snacks included, seven days a week, selected from all the foods available on the fast for balance. If you don’t already have one you can order a copy of the Daniel Fast Guidelines by going to http://www.daniel-fast.com and enter your email address, they will be emailed back to you, this is a great resource to have on hand while on your fast. I hope this helps, Be Blessed in your Journey!
Hi Susan, I bought your book last week, I and my husband start the fast this past Monday and I have several questions:
Tea is not allowed on this, but for example, I used to make my own tea from natural ginger and cinnamon, I added sugar of course on regular tea. But, can I do the same without the sugar?
Another questions, we are eating green plantain for breakfast, is there any butter or margarine that we can use? I am using olive oil now.
Thank you
Hi Dulce,
Correct, water is the only beverage on the Daniel Fast is water (so, no tea of any kind). You can have slices of lemon in your water, the key here is as long as you can in all honesty call the beverage water, then you are fine . . .
I use olive oil, but some people do use the Soy based Earth Balance, it is fine for the fast You can check it out here: http://www.earthbalancenatural.com/ Be blessed on your fast!
Thank you Susan for answer my question about tea.
may God bless you
The Daniel Fast: Its Purpose
While the Daniel Fast is cleansing your body by omitting certain foods for a limited time, the deeper and
true basis of intent is for spiritual connection. The purpose of Christian fasting is to seek a more intimate relationship with God while ridding your physical body of unnatural, self-gratifying food and drink. Your focus is to be on God, not on the fleshly things of the world. Too often, the focus of fasting is on the lack of food. Instead, the purpose of fasting should be to take your eyes off the things of this world to focus completely on God.
During the Daniel Fast you will want to concentrate on prayer, Bible study, and reflection. The Daniel Fast is a great way to enter into preparation for growing in the Lord.
Susan I’m about to start the Daniel Fast. I am also a Celiac which means no wheat,rye or barley. When I bake I use a Gluten Free flour combination. The ingredients are as follows: Expandex, modified tapioca starch, potato starch, corn starch, corn flour, white rice flour and xnathum gum. Is this flour mixture allowed on the Daniel Fast?
Thanks, Joyce Stone
Hi Joyce,
You’ll want to find a whole grain mix that is also gluten free (white rice flour is not a whole grain). Here is a link to a good article I found that will help you identify additional gluten free whole grains to add to your list of options of whole grain flours http://www.wholegrainscouncil.org/whole-grains-101/gluten-free-whole-grains I hope this helps, Be Blessed!
Thanks the web site was very helpful.
I have been called to a fast by the Lord and came across your website by searching. I am thankful for all the informaiton that you have. God Bless your ministry.
Can I take communion on the Daniel fast?
Hi Alicia,
Coming together in remembrance of our Lord and the price He paid to redeem us, is one of the very reasons we fast, to honor Him, to know Him, and receive Him more fully! Praise God, take communion and Rejoice, Our Redeemer Lives!!
God bless you for this ministry, and God bless the ministry. The book has been a valuable resource and guide, and I love the recipes in the book, but what I cannot calculate is the portion size for each recipe and the beakdown of the food groups. I am struggling to be sure I am eating enough in portion size as well as covering all the food groups each day. Thank you and God bless you!
Hi there,
Is 100% lemon jiuce from the supermarket OK for the Daniel fast
thanks
Read the Ingredients list, if it is free of sweeteners and additives then it is fine for use in recipes while on the fast. Be Blessed!
hello today came across your website and I realise it should just be plain water but i have sometimes use add fresh lemon juice into water
is this allowed.
Yes, a splash of lemon juice or a slice of lemon (or lime) is great in water. Be Blessed on your Fast!
Is it ok to let others know I’m fasting? For instance, my job will be holding a staff luncheon soon and they cater food for us. I will more than likely not be able to eat what they provide and I’m sure co-workers will notice and ask questions. Is it ok to say I’m fasting for religious reasons? Or is this supposed to be kept private?
Hi Lisa,
Yes, Fasting is a very personal time between you and the Lord. This is a time that you Need to be led by the Holy Spirit as to when and how to answer those who question why you are not eating the foods catered. If there is salad and fruit, just have a large serving of those, most wouldn’t even notice what as long as you have a plate of something. However, if you know that there will be nothing there for you to eat, take your own lunch and as descretely as possibly join your co-workers. If asked, just simply tell them you are doing a natural cleanse with whole foods and leave it at that, if they ask for more details share the natural side. And then when the Holy Spirit leads add to that information the spiritual side of your fast. Keep in mind that although fasting is a very intimate time seeking God, it can also be a time of great inspiration and encouragement to others, so don’t be so secretive that you miss out on any opportunity that the Holy Spirit is wanting to work in and through you! Be Blessed on your Journey!