Guide

No, cane sugar is not permitted on a traditional Daniel Fast, which centers on whole plant foods and naturally occurring sugars only.

Yes, you can have caffeine while fasting, as long as drinks stay low in calories and free of sugar, cream, and large energy boosts most days.

No, butter is not allowed on a Daniel Fast because the plan is a plant-based diet that excludes all dairy and solid animal fats.

No, chicken broth isn’t part of a traditional Daniel Fast, which centers on simple plant-based foods, vegetables, whole grains, fruits, and water.

No, cheese isn’t allowed on the Daniel Fast because classic Daniel Fast guidelines cut out all dairy and other animal products.

Yes, you can sip chicken broth during some fasting plans, but any calories will break a strict water fast.

Plain cocoa powder comes from cocoa beans and is naturally gluten free, but flavored mixes or factory cross-contact can add gluten.

Yes, you can use oyster sauce instead of fish sauce in many cooked dishes if you dilute it, balance the sweetness, and add extra salt if needed.

Usually no, sunflower seeds do not cause constipation, but large servings without enough fluid or other fiber can slow bowel movements in some people.

Yes, clementines are a modest but useful source of fiber compared with many other sweet snacks.