Raw Food Diet Detox

Question: How much can a person lose in a month on the raw food detox diet?

Answer: Hi, When I started on raw food, I lost about 7lbs in the first 10 days. I did not want to lose weight as I started with it in order to be healthy, but the weight loss was a side effect. Desirable for most people, not so much for me – I had weighed around 100lbs to begin with. However, after a while my weight went back up – it stabilizes and becomes YOUR NORMAL HEALTHY BODY WEIGHT. It also helped that I did some weight lifting to build more muscle not to look bony – ‘cause I had actually got scared at how much and how quickly I lost weight before it normalized. The good part was and is that all the while I FELT GREAT (needed less sleep, skin cleared up, had more energy etc.) – which is what helped me stick to it instead of listening to my mom’s laments at how skinny I was getting – now she’s proud of me. “If you want to lose weight and/or improve your health, your only concern ought to be the DIGESTIBILITY of the foods you eat, NOT the calories or the fat content. The word calorie comes from the word Kilocalorie, which is simply a unit of energy, nothing more or less. Counting calories is not nearly as important as asking the question, “is this meant to be put in a human body?” If you are serious about losing weight and not gaining it back, this is the first question you will ask yourself before eating anything.” – that’s a passage from the book that started me off with the raw foods. Extremely enlightening. A lot of common sense and facts we don’t know, plus suggestions on what to eat. Link to book below.

Question: What do u think about raw food detox diet?

Answer: it is good

Question: Can raw food detox diet help me lose weight or feel healthy? Why/not? I cant eat organic (raw) food all the time as it is very expensive.

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Question: what do you think about the raw food detox diet?

Answer: If you are going to do it for a period of time to help flush out toxins from your body, it is great. We all need to eat more raw fruits and vegs. Do a lot of research and be sure you are balancing things well. Some common mistakes are eating WAY too many of the things that we like, usually avocados and nuts. And take it slow in the begining. Your digestion may need some extra time to digest hard, raw vegs. So at first don't sit down to a huge plate of 10 different raw vegetables. Eat two at a time, about an hour apart. And chew your food really, really well. There are great websites to help you with everything, and you will feel like a part of the raw food community in no time. Try: http://www.rawfoodlife.com/

Question: beginner to raw food diet and confused! what are the biggest no no"s in ingredient labels to watch for? ok im looking to start a raw food diet (i bought the book the raw food detox diet by natalie rose) i do NOT want to go 100% raw, the book says there are those of u raw foodists that only go 80% (maybe someday ill go 100 but not right now) my questions are- i love hot peppers yet they are actually a fruit...however in most cuisines they are used like a vegetable..so im confused as to when i can eat them on my 80%raw diet..meaning i eat cooked food still around suppertime and in the past i always enjoyed eating raw hot peppers with my spaghetti IS THIS OK (by the 80% raw food diet) i cannot stress enough the fact that i am not talking about a 100% raw food diet. so can i use hot peppers as a veggie? is it neutral?? i don't want to say good bye to my hot sauces and hot peppers!!! other question i always have bought whole wheat and multigrain pastas but there are so many diff ingredients in different brand names...ugh what ingredients should be no no's to a raw food diet (not just pasta labels) looking forward to your answers :) .

Answer: Hot peppers should be fine. In fact, hot peppers burn more. Look up stevepavlina.com and read his raw food diet diary. http://www.magnetic-diet.com/calc/daily_…

Question: I have studied nutrition and find that a raw food diet is not the best way to go, why are so may people doing? I have tons of friends who are on an all raw food diet to DETOX -whatever??? Why do people believe that this is better when there is scientific evidence that some foods are actually more nutritious when cooked? What about legumes, are they to be eaten raw too? How about potatoes? Someone please let me know.

Answer: People are always getting obsessed with some weird thing they read about. There is always a guru or salesman who can convince the gullible that this or that is the answer to everything. The raw food thing caught on because it's easy to accept the "cave man" logic that this diet is correct for the natural state of our bodies. As with anything else, it seems like moderation is the best way to do things. It's fun to "change things up" and sometimes eat a sweet potato raw (julliened and as a salad topping!). Seems like we jump on these "solutions" in an attempt at longevity. Well, we're all gonna die someday, so I'd rather eat my food in the way that TASTES best to me and enjoy my body while I'm able to!

Question: I just started a raw food diet; how long does the 'detox' period last? I find the past few days I've been really tired and low on energy. I know this is part of the detox, but I can't seem to find information on the duration of this detox part. Any help will be greatly appriciated, thanks in advance.

Answer: well normally it takes about a week until the body get ready of the bad stuff, normally you have to take juices, vegies, natural food, no fried, home style food is the best, also until you body digest system starts working normally, you have to drink lots of water, flush the system. You start to feel the difference, and also depends on your system and how well you stick to the diet. I hope may help you

Question: How long is the detox process when going on a raw food diet? What are some of the symptoms?

Answer: Detox symptoms usually only last a couple of days, and they include nausea, diarrhea, cramps, headache, fever, sore throat, lethargy, fatigue and cravings may occur, especially in those who previously had a diet rich in meat, sugar, and caffeine.

Question: I've on the raw food diet for 4 dayz now and was wondering when does the detox start and for how long?

Answer: raw food diet.... god you are such an idiot.... when will you people realize fad diets don't work? You will FAIL and i wish i could be there to laugh in your face.

Question: Should I detox before starting a raw food diet? I'll start off with some background info: I am 24 yrs old and had a baby 15 months ago. Prior to having my daughter, I have had my moments where I've lost a lot of weight and got to a point where I could run a mile and a half but that's exactly what they were....moments...for the most part I haven't really been in the best shape I could be in. Since having my daughter my lifestyle has gotten much more unhealthy. I am up 60 lbs from pre-pregnancy weight (that just jerked a tear out of me) and can't exercise like I used to be able to. I don't eat many fruits and veggies and I am classified as "extremely obese." I do a lot of yo-yo exercising (start for a little while then stop for a long while) and to make matters worst, most of my weight is in my mid-section. When I had my last physical (5 years ago) I had borderline cholesterol (that was about 50lbs ago so I wouldn't be surprised if I tipped the scale by now). I am absolutely sick and tired of this lifestyle and I know that if I continue on this route I probably won't be around to see my grandchildren. I have decided to become a raw foodist and am in the process of doing all my research before I begin. So here's my question: I have very little energy and elimination problems. I know it is because of all the toxins that are in my body due to my poor diet and lack of fiber. They say the average person is walking around with 10-15 lbs of feces in them so I feel that I probably have twice or thrice that amount. I really want to completely detoxify my body and colon before beginning my new diet. I don't know if I should buy some type of detox program or just start the diet and let it do its job. Your suggestions are appreciated. Mercedes, I appreciate your answer but I disagree that eating raw is just a fad. There are people who have been doing it for years and years and its NOT something new. Also, this is not "a diet" for me, this is what I want my diet to be for the rest of my life. Also, I got down to 160lbs once and during that time I did a detox program and the benefits of it were obvious and undeniable. My acne that I have had all my life cleared up, I had an amazing amount of energy and didn't feel hungry at all. I just didn't stick with it and eventually reverted back to my old ways.

Answer: You will be detoxing by starting a raw food diet, so there is no need to detox before hand.

Question: Raw diet and strength training? I've finally made the decision to give a 90% raw diet a chance. I don't necessarily plan on doing it long term, my plan is to do it for 2 weeks. I have a potential meal plan set up from recipes I got from "Raw Food Detox Diet" and I'll be going to the farmer's market this weekend to stock up. :) My biggest concern is that I'm in a pretty serious strength training program so I'm looking for anyone who has made a transition with regular strength training/exercises. The book has lots of good info but it's not geared towards athletes. I will probably eat fish once or twice a week, other than that i will be flesh and lactose free. I do have a trainer and I'm going to consult with her but she isn't that familiar with raw diets.

Answer: The key to maintaining your physique or to tone even more during strength training is to make sure your calories and protein remain the same as you're eating now. On a raw vegan diet, you can eat raw nuts, seeds, and sprouts for an extra protein boost. To up your calorie intake, you can add avocado or other healthy oils. For an after workout smoothie, make a smoothie with homemade cashew or almond milk and your favorite vegetables and fruits. How to make nut milks: http://www.welikeitraw.com/rawfood/2008/03/making-nut-milk.html

Question: Anyone on a raw food diet, need advice? Am I going to starve on this diet?? I signed of for a 28 day detox that involves only raw food. I'm already a vegan and incorporate raw foods in my diet, but always crave pasta and rice. I'm so afraid I'm going to be hungry all the time.

Answer: If your eatting the amount of raw food that the detox has you on then you wont be hungry and the reason youre craving pasta and rice is the reason you need the raw food diet. Your addicted to junk. Dont let your fear ruin it for you.

Question: Do you want to know why you should eat a raw plant food diet? 101 Reasons Why You Should Eat Raw... 1. You'll have more energy. 2. You'll feel alive - just like your food. 3. You'll nourish your body with food that is designed to be eaten. 4. You’ll start to reverse the signs of ageing. 5. You’ll achieve your ideal body weight 6. You wont feel ‘fat.’ 7. If you’re too thin, you’ll start to look more healthy. 8. You won't ever have to count a calorie again in your life! 9. You’ll replace calorie counting with nutrient counting. 10. Any cellulite will start to fade, or even totally disappear. 11. You’ll start to truly love your body. 12. You may notice you look as good as you did in your teens. 13. You’ll acquire more endurance. 14. You may notice that you become more flexible. 15. Your skin will glow. 16. Skin problems will be repaired. 17. You'll never be sick (after a detox). 18. If you are currently sick, you will recover in faster time. 19. Any disease within the body may start to repair. 20. You’ll feel light. 21. You’ll feel free. 22. You can bin any diet books you have that just make you feel fat! 23. You won't worry about avocados and nuts having too many calories. 24. Your food will excite you with its bright colour. 25. You’ll wonder why you didn’t eat more raw food years ago. 26. You’ll beat depression naturally. 27. You’ll embark on a journey, which may thoroughly change your life. 28. You wont be able to stop yourself from gasping at what others have in their supermarket trolleys! 29. You’ll genuinely care about what you are putting into your body. 30. You’ll be more conscious of what other people are putting into their’s 31. You’ll recover more quickly after exercise. 32. You’ll enjoy sex more. 33. Your mind will be clearer 34. Your taste buds will sharpen. 35. Every time you try a new raw recipe, you’ll be in love with raw food all over again! 36. Your family and friends will see how great you look and feel. 37. You’ll become more positive. 38. As your body changes, you’ll feel more motivated to eat healthily. 39. You’ll love life even more. 40. You will become more conscious of the effects of your other actions. 41. Less sleep = more play, but what will you choose to fill this time? New hobby etc.. 42. You’ll start to listen to your body more, and tune into it. 43. You’ll become more fertile (women only) 44. You’ll have less painful periods (women only) 45. Your monthly cycle may even change too, as you detox (women only) 46. You’ll be detoxing out the years of less than optimum living. 47. You’ll be less drawn to unhealthy food. 48. The ingredients within junk food will repulse you. 49. You’ll feel like you are really caring for your body (for maybe the first time ever.) 50. Your other senses will become more acute. 51. You wont ever need your oven again. 52. You can use your oven as an extra cupboard. 53. You’ll barely need your freezer. 54. You can treat yourself to a huge fridge – and even then, it probably wont be quite big enough!! 55. You can have friends over and impress them with your raw dishes. 56. You’ll surprise yourself just how simple raw cuisine can be – over and over again! 57. You’ll meet some fab ‘Life Buddies’ along the way, who share the same health interests at you. 58. You’ll look great first thing in the morning. 59. You’ll need less make-up. 60. You’ll start to really care about what you put on your skin. 61. You’ll start to really care about what you clean your house with. 62. You’ll be more aware of the environment. 63. You’ll be saving the environment. 64. You’ll have much less waste that the average household. 65. Your hair will grow not only quicker, but thicker too. 66. Your nails wont always be breaking off – they'll be too thick and strong. 67. Your hair will shine naturally. 68. You’ll be drawn to other forms of high-energy. 69. Your brain will function better. 70. You’ll be more open to change and new ideas. 71. You won’t ever burn yourself again. 72. You’ll stand less chance of burning your house down. 73. You’ll come across food that you would have otherwise never usually of tried – like Durians. 74. Your tummy will be flatter. 75. You’ll never ruin a meal by forgetting about it in the oven! 76. Your friends and family wont actually believe you when you tell them that their meal isn't healthy! 77. Your book collection will expand. 78. You’ll discover the super foods! 79. You can eat chocolate and lose weight. 80. You can eat chocolate, full stop!! 81. You can dust your juicer down and revive it again. 82. You can treat yourself to a new one! 83. You can leave your kitchen equipment out on the side, at least then you’ll remember it exists! 84. You can have fun and games explaining what each piece of kitchen equipment does, to your guests. 85. You’ll be an inspiration to others. 86. You may just save someone’s life. 87. You may save your own life. 88. You’ll have the energy to love and appreciate each day. 89. You’ll value the simple things in life. 90. You’ll be living by the laws of nature. 91. You’ll be more drawn to being outside, within nature. 92. You wont be fighting food cravings. 93. You’ll feel less drawn to alcohol and other toxins. 94. You wont be taking in harmful carcinogens when you eat your meal. 95. Unusual chemical changes wont be occurring within the body, every time you eat. 96. You’ll know what a dehydrator can do for your diet. 97. You’ll learn how to sprout. 98. You’ll learn what a sprout actually is – no, we’re not talking Brussels here! 99. You'll be the last one standing after a night out! 100. You’ll live longer! 101. You’ll be grateful that Total Raw Food exists!

Answer: Wow, people are being really mean to you. There's nothing wrong with sharing a little information. I'm starting to think that we DO need a healthy eating section. I agree that you feel a lot better eating that way, but I just can't stay out of Maggie Mudd. Neither can I leave the curly fries alone, or the popcorn or the reese's cereal....basically if it's not hurting an animal I'll eat it, despite the hydrogenated oils and all that other bad stuff.

Question: how much weight can i expect to lose on a raw vegan diet? i'm aiming to get to about 160 pounds at 5'8. i'm currently 219.8 pounds, so i have about 60 pounds to lose. i'm doing the diet out of The Raw Food Detox Diet: The Five-Step Plan for Vibrant Health and Maximum Weight Loss by Natalia Rose, and i just altered the recipes to make them vegan. anyways, i'm wondering how much weight i can expect to lose and how fast? thanks! XD yea, i'm a vegetarian but ALMOST vegan, like the only thing i eat is like cheese sometimes, but i'm cutting that out now.

Answer: I have read this book. It's super good to eat raw foods as they contain all their nutrients. Being vegan means virtually no saturated animal fat so cutting this out alone will help you lose weight. I am vegetarian and get a lot of my calories from dairy, I would weigh less if I cut them out completely. You should lose weight rapidly especially if you exercise. Probably 2-5 lbs a week. Drink water and stay below 1300 calories, it will melt off fast! good luck.

Question: what is a healthy raw food diet for tommorow? so i am turning raw vegan. to start off and detox what should i eat tommorow? thanks!

Answer: Transitioning over to a raw food side can take several weeks to make the full transition. Your body will feel noticeably different as you adjust to the new diet plan, so to ease the transition, here are a few helpful tips: Begin by monitoring your beverages, drinking only water and fresh fruit juices (not canned or packaged which often contain sugar and preservatives). When shopping for produce, seeds and nuts, make the switch to organic wherever possible to avoid pesticide-contaminated food. Boost your raw intake by increasing the number of salads in your daily diet. Clear your kitchen of canned and packaged food as well as meats and cheeses, not to mention junk food, to avoid temptation. Do not shy away from snacking, however. A handful of nuts mid-morning or mid-afternoon with a piece of whole fruit can keep you going between meals. Spend the first few weeks reading raw food cookbooks to expand your repertoire of uncooked dishes which will eventually take you from steady salads to “pastas” made of ribboned zucchini in crushed tomato sauce. Some of the biggest boosters of the diet don’t eat raw 100 percent of the time--80%, 70% or even 50% of the time is entirely acceptable! It's up to you to regulate your eating plan and make sure that you fnd the right mix that works for you! And most importantly, if you fall off the bandwagon, forgive yourself and just get on with eating raw the next day!

Question: I lost 15 pounds on a detox diet, how to prevent gaining it back? I used to weight about 130, and on the water/raw food diet, I lost 15 pounds. I now weigh 115. I used to eat rather unhealthfully and didn't exercise much, but if I start eating healthier and exercise could i prevent gaining the weight back? Any other tips would be appreciated, thanks!

Answer: Now you have to start an exercise regime, including strength and cardio. Make sure you eat alot of fruits and vegetables. And good carbs such as: wholemeal bread, brown rice etc.