Maintaining Nutritional Requirements during The Daniel Fast

Maintaining Nutritional Requirements during The Daniel Fast

The Daniel Fast is a partial fast, it is comprised of the elimination of meats, sugars and dairy products as we are familiar with. The Daniel Fast includes vegetables, fruits and water. A diet high in vegetables and fruits is known for halting inflammation and oxidation-two primary processes that can lead to ill health. The antioxidants and nutrients in vegetables and fruits help to add vibrancy to your health, including your immune system, fertility, skin and more. The Daniel Fast promotes healthy eating, but if you have specific Health concerns consult your Primary Care Provider. The Daniel Fast feeds your soul, strengthen your spirit and renew your body

Nutritional Tips Caffeine (coffee, tea, soda, energy drinks, chocolate, etc.). According to The Mayo Clinic, consumption of more than 500-600mg of caffeine a day can lead to insomnia, nervousness, restlessness, irritability, an upset stomach, a fast heartbeat and even muscle tremors. Cut out foods that contain refined sugar including candy, sweets, sodas, and desserts. Sugar - Cut out foods that contain refined sugar including candy, sweets, sodas, and desserts. Use Stevia or small amount of natural honey for sweetener Protein rich foods: Almonds, Sunflower Seeds, Lentils, Quinoa, Brown Rice, Split Peas, Oats, Almond Butter, Peanut Butter, Almond Milk, Soy Milk, Dried Beans, Dried Peas, whole grains.

Nutritional Tips Nuts: All nuts are raw. If you must eat roasted nuts, make sure they salt free; vegetables are cooked or raw BREAD: Sprouted or prepared without yeast PASTA: Make sure the label say WHOLE GRAIN pasta WITH NO ADDITIVES (watch for sugar). Whole grain pasta offers 7gms of protein per serving (3/4 cup of dried pasta). SALAD DRESSING: Olive oil, lemon or lime juice WATER: Drink appropriate ½ your bodyweight in water ( unless prohibited due to health challenges, i.e. Cardiac Dysfunction; Kidney Disease ). For those who have difficulty consuming plain water, add natural fruits and or vegetables for flavoring.

Suggested Foods to include in your diet during the Daniel Fast All fruits. These can be fresh, frozen, dried, juiced or canned. Fruits include but are not limited to apples, apricots, bananas, blackberries, blueberries, boysenberries, cantaloupe, cherries, cranberries, figs, grapefruit, grapes, guava, honeydew melon, kiwi, lemons, limes, mangoes, nectarines, oranges, papayas, peaches, pears, pineapples, plums, prunes, raisins, raspberries, strawberries, tangelos, tangerines, watermelon All vegetables. These can be fresh, frozen, dried, juiced or canned. Vegetables include but are not limited to artichokes, asparagus, beets, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, celery, chili peppers, collard greens, corn, cucumbers, eggplant, garlic, ginger root, kale, leeks, lettuce, mushrooms, mustard greens, okra, onions, parsley, potatoes, radishes, rutabagas, scallions, spinach, sprouts, squashes, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, turnips, watercress, yams, zucchini, veggie burgers are an option if you are not allergic to soy.

All whole grains, including but not limited to whole wheat, brown rice, millet, quinoa, oats, barley, grits, whole wheat pasta, whole wheat tortillas, rice cakes and popcorn. All nuts and seeds, including but not limited to sunflower seeds, cashews, peanuts, sesame. Also nut butters including peanut butter. All legumes. These can be canned or dried. Legumes include but are not limited to dried beans, pinto beans, split peas, lentils, black eyed peas, kidney beans, black beans, cannellini beans, white beans. All quality oils including but not limited to olive, canola, grape seed, peanut, and sesame. Beverages: spring water, distilled water or other pure waters. (1/2 body weight in ounces equals the appropriate amount of fluids per day ( unless prohibited Other: tofu, soy products, vinegar, seasonings, sea salt, herbs and spices.

Foods to avoid on the Daniel Fast All meat and animal products including but not limited to beef, lamb, pork, poultry, and fish. All dairy products including but not limited to milk, cheese, cream, butter, and eggs. All sweeteners including but not limited to sugar, raw sugar, honey, syrups, molasses, date honey, agave, and cane juice. All leavened bread including Ezekiel Bread (it contains yeast and honey) and baked goods. All refined and processed food products including but not limited to artificial flavorings, food additives, chemicals, white rice, white flour, and foods that contain artificial preservatives. All deep fried foods including but not limited to potato chips, French fries, corn chips. All solid fats including shortening, margarine, lard and foods high in fat. Beverages including but not limited to coffee, tea, herbal teas, carbonated beverages, energy drinks, and alcohol.

SPECIAL NOTE: Consult your primary care provider for suggested nutritional supplements If you have health issues, please be sure to contact your Health Care Provider for advice before committing to any fast including The Daniel Fast. Please take a list of suggested foods for review by your primary care provider. PLEASE READ FOOD LABELS when purchasing packaged, canned or bottled foods. They should be SUGAR-FREE and CHEMICAL-FREE. IDENTIFYING whole grain products: Typically the first three ingredients listed are whole wheat, rolled oats, or whole corn.