Raw food diet nutrition basics

By Алексей Сабадырь

A comprehensive guide for anyone interested in a healthy lifestyle and nutrition. The author presents readers with a unique approach to a raw food diet, based on the principles of natural and healthy nutrition. The book presents the basic principles of a raw food diet, including choosing and preparing raw foods, the impact of nutrition on health and energy, and practical tips for creating a balanced menu. The author shares recipes for raw food dishes that will not only delight in taste, but also provide the body with essential nutrients. This book will become a reliable guide for everyone who strives for a healthy lifestyle, fullness of life and harmony with nature through a raw food diet.

• Language: English
• Publisher: tredition
• Release date: Jan 25, 2024
• ISBN: 9783384129369

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Chapter 1: Introduction to Raw Food Diet

Welcome to the world of raw food eating! In this chapter, we will explore the basics of what raw food eating is all about and why it is gaining popularity as a healthy and sustainable way of nourishing your body and mind.

What is Raw Food Diet?

Raw food diet, also known as raw foodism or raw veganism, is a dietary approach that emphasizes consuming unprocessed and uncooked food. This includes fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, sprouted grains, and legumes, as well as seaweed, fermented foods, and some raw animal products (for those who include animal products in their diet). The key principle of raw food eating is to maintain the natural integrity of foods by keeping their nutrients intact through minimal processing and cooking at low temperatures.

The idea behind raw food diet is that heating food above 118°F (48°C) destroys its enzymes, denatures its nutrients, and reduces its beneficial properties. Raw food enthusiasts believe that consuming a diet predominantly made up of living and uncooked foods can lead to better health, increased energy levels, and overall well-being.

A Brief History of Raw Food Eating

While raw food diet may seem like a recent trend, its roots stretch back to ancient civilizations where traditional diets consisted largely of raw, unprocessed foods. In the early 20th century, a Swiss nutritionist named Maximilian Bircher-Benner popularized the concept of raw food eating as a means to promote health and healing. His famous muesli recipe (consisting of raw oats, nuts, fruits, and yogurt) became a staple of the raw food movement and is still enjoyed today.

In the 1970s, the modern raw food movement gained momentum, with influential figures such as Ann Wigmore, Viktoras Kulvinskas, and David Wolfe advocating for the health benefits of raw food consumption. Since then, the popularity of raw food diet has continued to grow, with numerous cookbooks, blogs, and documentaries celebrating its virtues.

Types of Raw Food Diets

Raw food diet can take on various forms, and individuals may choose to follow different variations