The first recorded nutritional experiment with human subjects is found in the Bible's Book of Daniel. Daniel and his friends were captured by the king of Babylon during an invasion of Israel. Selected as court servants, they were to share in the king's fine foods and wine. But they objected, preferring vegetables (pulses) and water in accordance with their Jewish dietary restrictions. The king's chief steward reluctantly agreed to a trial. Daniel and his friends received their diet for 10 days and were then compared to the king's men. Appearing healthier, they were allowed to continue with their diet. COUNT 5
QSN1 What does the Book of Daniel contain? ANS1 first recorded nutritional experiment with human subjects QSN2 Which country was being invaded when Daniel and his friends were captured? ANS2 Israel QSN3 What occupation were Daniel and his friends originally meant to have? ANS3 court servants QSN4 How long did the trial diet last? ANS4 10 days QSN5 What is another term for vegetables that was used? ANS5 pulses