Best way to gradually 'work' in the RAW food diet?
So I heard about the raw diet several years ago, at first I thought the guy who told me about it was crazy, but the idea never left my mind… after years of feeling miserable and several months of considering it, going raw for life seems to be the answer to a lot of difficulties I have.
Anyway, I’m very excited to start, however I don’t exactly know HOW. Cutting out foods I normally eat and going straight to raw foods would probably have my body go into shock, I would imagine…
Prior to my decision, I’ve already made healthier choices this past year, no soda or fast food (once a month, if that), and I hardly ever eat meat (again with maybe once or twice a month).
So I can’t imagine it would be too difficult, but should I start with raw nuts or other snacks at first or specific meals?
I’ve read most of ‘Raw Food Life Force Energy’, which is great, but looking for more personal experiences… thanks!!
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I would probably first replace my snacks with raw vegetables like celery, cherry tomatoes, or baby carrots. I would also replace a snack with fruits as well. Fruit salad can be eaten as a meal/dessert, depending on how much of a sweet tooth you have. Sometimes when I don’t have enough time for breakfast, I just grab an apple/banana because they’re ready-to-eat and always available. At the beginning, it might seem difficult, so I would always have a raw side dish with my meal, like a salad.
I would start gradually by replacing one meal a day and then slowly replacing all meals with raw food. Raw eggplant marinated in olive oil and spices is great! Smoothies and hot coco made with nuts and raw cocoa powder are also delicious.