Within Kabir Panth, dietary practice is understood as an extension of spiritual discipline rather than a merely external rule. Followers generally observe strict vegetarianism, refraining from meat, fish, and eggs, grounding this in the principle of ahimsa, or non‑violence toward living beings. Food is approached as a means of maintaining bodily and mental purity so that remembrance of the Divine is not disturbed. Many communities therefore favor simple, sattvic foods—grains, pulses, vegetables, fruits, and dairy—while discouraging overly rich or excessively spicy preparations that might agitate the mind. In this way, the daily act of eating becomes a quiet affirmation of simplicity and inner clarity.

A second, equally important strand of discipline concerns substances that cloud awareness. Alcohol and other intoxicants are generally prohibited, since intoxication is seen as obstructing spiritual practice and dulling the capacity for self‑inquiry. Some Kabir Panth lineages also avoid onions and garlic, viewing them as foods that stimulate lower impulses and thus hinder spiritual focus. This restraint is not framed merely as moralism but as a practical recognition that diet shapes consciousness and can either support or undermine contemplative life.

Alongside these specific prohibitions, there is a broader ethos around how food is obtained and prepared. Many followers prefer home‑cooked, cleanly prepared meals, and some more orthodox groups avoid food cooked by those outside the tradition, especially when the cook’s conduct is seen as incompatible with spiritual values. At the same time, Kabir’s critique of ritualism and social hierarchy has inspired a rejection of caste‑based food taboos, emphasizing inner purity over birth or status. Across different Kabir Panth communities, the degree of strictness may vary, yet the core orientation remains consistent: a simple, pure, and non‑violent diet that serves as a quiet but constant support for the remembrance of the Divine.