Health and Fitness Tips

Health and Fitness Tips - The raw food diet & weight loss:


The raw food diet weight loss program is based on the consumption of unprocessed and uncooked foods, preferably organic, whole plant-based foods.

Staples of the raw food diet include:

*fresh fruits and vegetables

*seeds

*nuts

*seaweed

*legumes

*grains

*dried fruits

*purified water

*fresh fruit juices


Foods are not cooked because it is believed that raw (living) foods have more essential enzymes that help the digestive process. Cooking, on the other hand, is believed to destroy these enzymes.


The only cooking allowed in raw food diets is done through a dehydrator, a special machine that blows hot air through food.


In the raw food diet, food is generally prepared from scratch through blending, chopping and juicing; a food processor is also often used to prepare meals.


Benefits of The Raw Food Diet:

*boosting energy levels

*improving the appearance of the skin

*reducing the risk of heart disease

*improving digestion

*lowering weight

Because it contains little to no saturated fat, little salt, and is high in fiber and potassium, the raw food diet has been associated with lowered cholesterol and lowering the risk of some cancers, as well as diabetes.


The Raw Food Diet Risks and Side Effects: A reaction to the detoxification process of the raw food diet can include headaches, nausea and mild depression.

These symptoms generally only last for a few days.

The raw food diet is generally not appropriate for the following people:

*pregnant women

*people with anemia

*people at risk of developing osteoporosis

*children

Always consult your doctor before starting any weight loss programs.

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