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Table of Contents Daniel Fast Reference Fasting, Health and Healing What can I Eat? Common Questions Recipes Health Issues References
Daniel Fast Bible Reference: Daniel 1:12 (NIV) 12 Please test your servants for ten days: Give us nothing but vegetables to eat and water to drink. Daniel 10:3 (NIV) 3 I ate no choice food; no meat or wine touched my lips; and I used no lotions at all until the three weeks were over. Preventive Healing Exodus 15:26New International Version (NIV) 26 He said, If you listen carefully to the LORD your God and do what is right in his eyes, if you pay attention to his commands and keep all his decrees, I will not bring on you any of the diseases I brought on the Egyptians, for I am the LORD, who heals you Curative Healing James 5:13-16New International Version (NIV) The Prayer of Faith 13 Is anyone among you in trouble? Let them pray. Is anyone happy? Let them sing songs of praise. 14 Is anyone among you sick? Let them call the elders of the church to pray over them and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord. 15 And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise them up. If they have sinned, they will be forgiven. 16 Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective. The Daniel Fast rest on three-platform foundation: (1) Faith (2) Prayer (3) Fasting Seven tips for observing a Daniel Fast 1. Be specific Daniel was very clear in his objection to the Babylonian diet. He defined his objection immediately. Daniel 1:8 The king s food was likely not kosher, against Jewish dietary laws. Daniel and his friends had vowed against wine. The king s food could have been offered up to idols or demons. Here s an idea... Write out and sign a commitment that outlines 1) Why you are fasting? 2) How long you are fasting? 3) From what you are fasting? 2. Daniel fasted as a spiritual commitment The Daniel Fast involves a spiritual commitment to God. "Daniel proposed in his heart that he would not defile himself." Daniel 1:8 Ask for the Holy Spirit s guidance! 3. Daniel reflected inner desire by external discipline
Most people desire better health, but don't discipline themselves to say no to junk food, and other unhealthy foods. Our physical health is more than answered prayer. Our physical health is normally linked to many of these factors: Your food choices. The level of your spiritual commitment, as reflected in constant prayer during the diet of Daniel and his friends. Your time commitment. If you determine to fast for a certain time, keep it. For example, if you determine to fast ten days, don't stop on day nine. Your testimony commitment. Your fast is a statement of faith in God. You want God to heal your body. Faith is foundational to the Daniel Fast. 4. James prayed to see the role of sin in your relative health or sickness James 5:13-16 says, Is any among you afflicted? let him pray. Is any merry? let him sing psalms. 14Is any sick among you? let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord: 15And the prayer of faith shall save the sick, and the Lord shall raise him up; and if he have committed sins, they shall be forgiven him. 16 Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much. (King James Version) Observations: Our actions and attitudes are vital. James said, "are there any among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing psalms." James 5:13 The sick person must call for the elders. James 5:14 Sin is something related to the cause of sickness. James 5:15 Lack of health or healing may be the result of spiritual rebellion. James 5:15 Lack of health or healing may be due to sin of wrong consumption, i.e. poor diet, drugs, pornography. James 5:15 Repentance is linked to health. James 5:16 Prayer alone may not gain healing, faith in God is the major factor. James 5:15, 17-20 John Piper says in A Hunger for God, "Fasting is God s testing ground and healing ground." 5. Daniel fasted as a statement of faith to others Daniel made a statement of faith when he asked to eat only vegetables to eat and water to drink. Then Daniel asked the overseer to compare the appearance of the 4 sons of Israel with the other people who ate the king s food. 6. Learn the effects of the food you eat What makes some food good for us? What makes other food bad for our bodies? What are the negative effects of foods do to our bodies? If we answer these questions, there would certainly be some foods we would never want to eat again. 7. Daniel yielded all results to God Daniel said, as you see fit, deal with your servants. Daniel 1:13. We can't know if Daniel or his friends ever again ate King Nebuchadnezzar s questionable food. In Daniel 10 we find a different 21 day Daniel Fast. It seems to imply that Daniel ate meat and drank wine again. We don't know if they were from King Belshazzar's table. Daniel 10:2-3 In those days I Daniel was mourning three full weeks. (3) I ate no pleasant bread, neither came flesh nor wine in my mouth, neither did I anoint myself at all, till three whole weeks were fulfilled.
Elmer Towns says, "Fasting for an answer is similar to prayer. Sometimes you can pray once in an act of faith, and God hears and answers. On other occasions you must continuously ask in faith before an answer will come. We need to pray often and fast continually to build up our faith and our spiritual character." What to Eat and Not to Eat Foods to include in your diet during the Daniel Fast All fruits: These can be fresh, frozen, dried, juiced or canned (watch for added sugar). Apples Apricots Avocados Bananas Berries Blackberries Blueberries Boysenberries Breadfruit Cantaloupe Cherries Coconuts Cranberries Dates Figs Grapefruit Grapes Grenadine Guava Honeydew melons Kiwi Lemons Limes Mangoes Melons Mulberry Nectarines Olives Oranges Papayas Peaches Pears Pineapples Plums Prunes Raisins Raspberries Strawberries Tangelos Tangerines Watermelon Vegetables: These can be fresh, frozen, dried, juiced or canned (watch salt content). Artichokes Asparagus Beets Broccoli Brussel sprouts Cabbage Carrots Cauliflower Celery Chili peppers Collard greens Corn Cucumbers Eggplant Garlic Ginger root Kale Leeks Lettuce Mushrooms Mustard greens Okra Onions Parsley Peppers Potatoes Radishes Rutabagas Scallions Spinach Sprouts Squashes Sweet potatoes Tomatoes Turnips Watercress Yams Zucchini Legumes: Dried beans Black beans Cannellini Pinto beans Split peas Lentils Black eyed peas Green beans Green peas Kidney beans Peanuts (includes natural peanut butter) Beans Lentils Lupines White Peas Seeds: All nuts (raw, unsalted) Sprouts Ground flax Cashews Walnuts Sunflower Sesame Almonds Natural Almond Butter Whole Grains: Whole wheat Brown rice Millet Quinoa Oats Rolled Oats Plain Oatmeal- not instant Barley Grits (no butter) Whole wheat pasta Whole wheat tortillas Plain Rice cakes Popcorn (see recipe in FAQ s) Liquids: Water (spring, distilled, filtered) Unsweetened Soy Milk Herbal (caffeine free) Tea Unsweetened Almond Milk 100% Fruit/Vegetable Juice (no added sugar) Other: Tofu Soy products Herbs Small amounts of Honey Small amounts of Sea Salt Small amounts of Ezekiel Bread Small amounts of Olive Oil Spices (read the label to be sure there are no preservatives)
Foods to avoid on the Daniel Fast All animal products including all meat, poultry, fish, White rice White bread All deep fried foods Caffeine Coffee (including decaf b/c contains small amount of caffeine) Carbonated beverages Energy drinks Foods containing preservatives, additives Refined foods Processed foods Food additives Refined sugar Sugar substitutes Raw sugar Syrups Molasses Cane juice White flour Margarine Shortening High fat products Butter All leavened breads Baked goods All dairy Milk Cheese Yogurt Cream Eggs Alcohol Mayonnaise **As with anything else we do, pray and ask God on how exactly you are to participate in the Daniel Fast. These foods listed are suggestions, not the law. Common Questions What about prepared foods? Read the labels of all prepared foods. Remember the Daniel Fast is sugar-free and chemical-free. So, if you use any canned fruits, vegetables, packaged foods, or prepared sauces you must read the label to be aware about just what is in there. What about pasta? Make sure the label says whole grain pasta with no additives (watch for sugar). Whole grain pasta offers 7 grams of protein per serving ( 3/4 cup of dried pasta). I know it says raw, unsalted nuts, but what about roasted nuts? The goal would be to stick to raw, unsalted nuts. But these are harder to find so in a pinch just make sure you get plain roasted, unsalted nuts with no preservatives. How do I get enough protein in my diet while on the fast? The following are protein-rich foods that are allowed on the Daniel Fast almonds, sunflower seeds, lentils, quinoa, brown rice, split peas, whole grains, and tofu. What kind of peanut butter is allowed? A natural peanut butter with no additives watch for sugars including molasses. Smucker s creamy natural peanut butter has nothing but peanuts in it. What about popcorn? Corn is listed in the vegetables to eat list. You can use a pot on the stove here is a recipe. 1) Put two tbsp. of olive oil in the bottom of a large pot. 2) Add enough popcorn to cover the bottom of the pan. 3) Turn heat to medium high. Look for the first popcorn kernel to pop. 4) Put the lid on the pot. Using potholders shake the pot over the burner. 5) Continue shaking until you no longer hear kernel s popping. Remove from heat. How can I identify whole grain foods? Typically if the ingredient lists "whole wheat", "rolled oats", or "whole corn" as the first ingredient, the product is a whole grain food item. Another way to identify whole grains in the foods you eat is to look in the nutritional facts information and check if the food item contains dietary fiber. If it contains a
significant amount, it most likely contains whole grains. "Wheat flour" is not a whole grain an d therefore does not indicate a whole grain product. What about salad dressing? Olive oil and lemon or lime are an option. Do I need to eat organic foods while on the fast? No, but it is suggested because organic foods are produced without the use of feed or fertilizer of plant or animal origin and without employment of chemically formulated fertilizers, growth stimulants, antibiotics, or pesticides. Where can I go out to eat? Well, we think you can go anywhere and order cautiously, asking lots of questions to the wait staff, knowing ahead of time that you may be ordering a salad with olive oil and a baked potato with no extras. What about bread? We are recommending the Ezekiel bread found in the freezer section of your grocery/health food store. How much can I eat? As long as they are the appropriate foods, we are recommending eating until satisfied with no limits.
Recipes: GARDEN VEGETABLE SOUP Serves 6 4 tablespoons olive oil 2 cups chopped leeks, white part only (from approximately 3 medium leeks) 2 tablespoons finely minced garlic Salt 2 cups carrots, peeled and chopped into rounds (approximately 2 medium) 2 cups peeled and diced potatoes 2 cups fresh green beans, broken or cut into 3/4-inch pieces 2 quarts vegetable broth 4 cups peeled, seeded, and chopped tomatoes 2 ears corn, kernels removed 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup packed, chopped fresh parsley leaves 1-2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice 1. 4 tablespoons olive oil 2. 2 cups chopped leeks, white part only (from approximately 3 medium leeks) 3. 2 tablespoons finely minced garlic 4. Salt 5. 2 cups carrots, peeled and chopped into rounds (approximately 2 medium) 6. 2 cups peeled and diced potatoes 7. 2 cups fresh green beans, broken or cut into 3/4-inch pieces 8. 2 quarts vegetable broth 9. 4 cups peeled, seeded, and chopped tomatoes 10. 2 ears corn, kernels removed 11. 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 12. 1/4 cup packed, chopped fresh parsley leaves 13. 1-2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice SOUTHWEST CORN AND BLACK BEAN SALAD 1 ½ cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen) 1/3 cup pine nuts 1/4 cup lime juice 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro 2 (14.5 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed
2 cups shredded red cabbage 1 large tomato, diced 1/2 cup minced red onion 1. 1. Place pine nuts in a small dry skillet over medium-low heat and cook, stirring, untilfragrant and lightly browned, 2 to 4 minutes. 2. 2. Whisk lime juice, oil, cilantro, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add the corn, pine nuts, beans, cabbage, tomato and onion; toss to coat. Refrigerate until ready to serve. 3. 3. Freshly ground pepper and salt to taste just before serving STIR FRY VEGETABLES WITH BROWN RICE Serves 4 1 tablespoon sesame oil 3 green onions, finely chopped 3 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced 4 cups fresh broccoli, chopped ½ pound fresh green beans, chopped 2 carrots, peeled and sliced on diagonal 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 cups greens, chopped (kale, bok choy, spinach, collards, etc) 1 can sliced water chestnuts, drained 3 cups cooked brown rice 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 ½ cups peas (if frozen run under water to thaw) ½ cup toasted sliced almonds 1. 1. Heat a deep skillet or wok over medium heat for about 1 minute. Add oil and heat for 1 minute. 2. 2. Add green onions and ginger. Sauté for 5 minutes. 3. 3. Add broccoli, green beans, carrots, and garlic. Stir fry for 8-10 minutes. 4. 4. Add greens and toss for about 2 minutes or until greens are wilted. 5. 5. Stir in water chestnuts, brown rice, soy sauce, peas and almonds. 6. 6. Serve as complete meal 7. Tip: Serve this dish as a complete main dish along with a side of sliced fruit such as oranges, pineapple or mango. This is also a great recipe to double and then use the leftovers for lunch. Merely heat in the microwave or eat at room temperature. BEAN CURRY AND RICE Serves 8 2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large white onion, chopped 1/2 cup dry lentils 2 cloves garlic, minced 3 tablespoons curry powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 7. 1 pinch cayenne pepper 8. 1 can crushed tomatoes (28 ounce) 9. 1 can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed (15 ounce) 10. 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed (8 ounce) 11. 1/2 cup raisins 12. 8 cups cooked brown rice 13. salt and pepper to taste 1. 1. Prepare the brown rice according to package directions so you have enough for 8 servings. 2. 2. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat, and cook the onion until tender. 3. 3. Mix in the lentils and garlic, and season with curry powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Cook and stir 2 minutes. 4. 4. Stir in the tomatoes, garbanzo beans, kidney beans, and raisins. Season with salt and pepper. 5. 5. Reduce heat to low, and simmer at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally. BEAN AND RICE CASSEROLE Serves 4 1 medium onion, chopped 2 cup uncooked brown rice 1 can red kidney beans (15 1/4-19 oz), drained and rinsed 1 can black beans (15 1/4-19 oz), drained and rinsed 1 can garbanzo beans (15 1/4-19 oz), drained and rinsed 1 can stewed tomatoes (14 1/2-16 oz), drained 1 can chopped mild chilies (4 oz), drained 10 ounces frozen green peas, thawed by placing under running water 1 cup frozen corn, thawed by placing under running water 1. Preheat oven to 375 2. 1. In a 5-qt Dutch oven over medium high heat, sauté onion in liquid of your choice (balsamic vinegar, olive oil, water) until tender, stirring occasionally. 3. 2. Add rice; cook while stirring until parched and slightly opaque. 4. 3. Add beans, tomatoes, chilies and 3 1/2 cups of water to rice and onion in Dutch oven and bring mixture to boil. 5. 4. Cover tightly place in oven, baking until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed (around 1 hour for brown rice). 6. 5. Add peas and corn, adjust seasonings, and return to oven until heated through
TOFU BREAKFAST SCRAMBLE 1 box firm tofu 1 zucchini, diced small 1 tomato, diced ½ onion, diced 1 red bell pepper, diced 2 green onions, finely sliced 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, minced 1 clove garlic, minced Salt and pepper to taste / Tomato paste if desired 1. 1. Spray pan with 100% olive oil spray 2. 2. Add all ingredients and fry until vegetables are soft and ready to eat. 3. 3. Salt and pepper to taste 4. 4. Serve with tomato paste POTATO AND GREEN ONION FRITTATA Serves 4 1/4 cup olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 4-5 green onions, chopped with the green and white parts separated 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 medium potatoes, shredded (or 2 cups of frozen shredded potatoes) 2 tsp. salt, divided 1/2 tsp. pepper, divided 2 lb. firm tofu 2-3 Tbsp. soy sauce, to taste 1. 1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and the white part of the green onions and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes. 2. 2. Add the garlic and heat for another 30 seconds. 3. 3. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the potatoes, 1 tsp. of the salt, and 1/4 tsp. of the pepper. Cook for 10 to 15 minutes, flipping the potatoes regularly until they are well-browned. 4. 4. Blend the remaining salt and pepper, the tofu, and soy sauce in a food processor until they are creamy. 5. 5. Pour creamy mixture and the green part of the green onions over the fried potatoes and mix. Pour this mixture into a large, oiled pie or tart pan. 6. 6. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes or until the center is firm. Allow the frittata to cool for 10 minutes then invert onto a serving plate.
SNACK IDEAS 1. Rice cakes, just plain old crunchy patties 2. Rice cakes with peanut butter and raisins 3. Almonds 4. Dried fruit including apricots 5. Apples dipped in nut butter 6. Sliced fruit 7. Veggies with dip 8. Popped popcorn 9. Trail mix with nuts, raisins, sunflower seeds, coconut pieces and dried fruit 10. Fruit kabobs 11. Frozen fruit including grapes, blueberries, strawberries and bananas 12. Whole wheat crackers* with nut butter 13. Hummus with flat bread* HEALTH ISSUES Fasting should never bring harm to the body. And if you have concerns, be sure to consult your health professional before going on the Daniel Fast or making any major dietary change. REFRENCES: Daniel Fast http://daniel-fast.com/ http://danielfast.elevationchurch.org/ http://abundant-grace.com/ www.hacres.com/recipes/recipes.asp http://danielfast.wordpress.com/daniel-fast-food-list/ http://www.jentezenfranklin.org/fasting/danielfast.php http://www.christ-web.com/missions/farho/daniel-fast http://daniel-fast.com/about.html Eat to Live by Joel Fuhrman, M.D.