Types of Fasts
Daniel Fast
Daniel 10:3: 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.
Don’t be afraid or intimidated and think you cannot do this fast because YOU CAN! You may follow the fast as described below or modify for some health or other pertinent reasons. (For example, some add fish and other seafood but avoid poultry, pork and red meats.
The guide provided below is just that, a guide. Remember God knows your heart and it is God who accepts your sacrifice! However, if you modify your fast, be sure to maintain your integrity in committing to your modifications. You will be glad you did!
Foods to INCLUDE
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All fruits. These can be fresh, frozen, dried and juiced.
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All vegetables. These can be fresh, frozen, dried and juiced.
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All whole grains, including but not limited to whole wheat, brown rice, millet, quinoa, oats, barley, grits, whole wheat pasta.
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All nuts and seeds, including but not limited to sunflower seeds, cashews, peanuts, sesame. Also, nut butters including peanut butter.
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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 and white beans.
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All quality oils including but not limited to olive, canola, grape seed, peanut and sesame.
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Beverages: spring water, distilled water or other pure waters.
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Other: All seasonings, salt, herbs and spices. But remember using too much salt may diminish some of the physical benefits of fasting. It should be used sparingly.
Foods to AVOID
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All meat and animal products including but not limited to beef, lamb, pork, poultry and fish
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All dairy products including but not limited to milk, cheese, cream, butter and eggs.
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All sweeteners including but not limited to sugar, raw sugar, honey, syrups, molasses and cane juice.
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All leavened bread and baked goods.
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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
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All deep-fried foods including but not limited to potato chips, French fries and corn chips.
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All solid fats including shortening, margarine, lard and foods high in fat.
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Beverages: carbonated beverages, energy drinks and alcohol.
Disclaimer
Before starting your fast, you should speak to your doctor. You must not rely on the information in this manual as an alternative to medical advice from your doctor or other professional healthcare provider. If you have any specific questions about any medical matter, you should consult your doctor or other professional healthcare provider.