The Raw Food Diet

I started looking into the raw food diet when I found that I'd completely lost interest in animal foods. I no longer eat animal proteins and nor do I eat dairy products or eggs. I suppose I would be labelled a vegan. In April 2009, I completely embraced this way of eating.

There is evidence [1] that cooking:

• Destroys nutrients and enzymes
• Alters the structure and digestibility of food
• Decreases water-soluble and heat-sensitive nutrients (such as caroteinoids) in vegetables
• Destroys many amino acids
• Causes vitamin loss [2]

What I Eat

• Raw vegetables (including sprouts ) and salads
• As much fruit as I want. I usually eat one type of fruit at any one time.
• Fresh juices (vegetable and fruit)
• Superfoods (goji berries, cacao , mesquite powder , maca )

• Natural sweeteners such as ( agave nectar and yacon syrup )

• High-protein foods like spirulina and hemp protein
• Nuts and seeds
• Oils (olive oil, coconut oil , hemp seed oil)

Since I was already eating most of these foods, I simply replaced animal proteins with spirulina, hemp protein, mesquite powder, sprouted nuts and seeds. For best results with the powders start with small amounts (half a teaspoon) and then slowly increase to the recommended amounts. I add the protein powders to smoothies.

Benefits

• Increased energy levels
• Improved skin appearance
• Improved digestion
• Weight Loss
• Elimination of cravings

Raw Food Recipe Books

Visit the Book Reviews page for details of raw food recipe books.

Equipment

If you decide to become a vegan, you will need to consider investing in the following equipment [3]:

• Juicer
• Food Processor
• Dehydrator
• Blender

Disclaimer

This is purely an information website. Use of the products described here should be done with the approval of you doctor or health care provider.


References

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