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Raw Food Diet - Healthy or Not?
from: Deborah Wilson Raw foodism is a way of eating that has grown in popularity in recent years. Celebrities such as Woody Harrelson, Carol Alt, and Alicia Silverstone have gone raw. So what's the story? Raw foodists believe that cooking anything over 120 degrees destroys essential food enzymes needed for proper digestion.
So is it myth or fact that raw food is better for you? As with so many things, the jury is still out. Whenever you make drastic changes to your diet, it's important make sure you're receiving all the nutrients you need. Those who incorporate more raw food into their diets such as fresh fruits and vegetables, fresh juices, and raw nuts often see a huge improvement in overall health and well-being. It may not be necessary to be so extreme as to eat everything raw in order to reap the benefits.
If you decide to "go raw," how far you decide to take your raw diet is up to you. Many people choose to eat their morning and afternoon meals raw and then eat a cooked dinner. Forget the fads and do what feels right to you. Adding more raw fruits and vegetables to your diet never hurt anyone.
As for the health benefits, proponents of the raw diet claim it can lower blood pressure, lower cholesterol, improve eyesight, heal skin problems such as eczema and psoriasis, and even aid in reversing chronic disease and cancer. While there is no research to back this up, more and more doctors and scientists are becoming interested in what raw food can do.
There are several great online raw food resources:
Health Diaries features blogs on the raw food diet. New raw foodists can read others' diaries or start their own and track their progress.
Shazzie has been raw for several years. Her site features a blog, raw products, and several great before and after pics.
David Wolfe, the owner of Rawfood.com, is a well-known raw foodist. On his site, you can purchase raw food products, books, and just about everything else related to raw food.
Through these sites you'll discover many more raw resources. There's a great online community just waiting for those who are looking to improve their health through the raw food diet.
About the Author
Deborah Wilson is a freelance writer specializing in health and wellness topics.
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