The “buzz” on eating Raw Foods.

The foods that has been provided to us by nature is perfect: balanced, nutrient rich and alive. A diet that includes raw foods with each meal provide tremendous health benefits.

Raw foods, also referred to as living foods, are foods that are eaten in their natural state and are not cooked (or heated above 118 degrees) Examples of raw foods include; fruits and vegetables (uncooked) nuts and seeds, beans and legumes and tofu.

Raw food diets have proven very effective in lowering cholesterol levels, enhancing digestion, boosting the immune system and increasing energy and managing a healthy weight.  Here are some tips on how to incorporate some raw foods into your diet:

Eat more fresh and seasonal fruits and vegetables, make smoothies rich in fruits and vegetables for breakfast and snacks, eat a large salad everyday, drink fresh-pressed raw vegetable juices, replace animal meat with lentils, chick peas or legumes, book an appointment with me today for a meal plan!

It is advisable to increase your intake of raw foods gradually so that your digestive system can easily adapt to the increase in natural fibre.

In good health, Mary Trull, BSc, M.A. Nutrition