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Title: Starting out raw, 1000's of questions Post by: birdcall on Saturday 03 November, 2007 Hi Everyone,
I'm trying to transition into raw but I have so many silly questions to ask!! Even basic stuff like what seeds and nuts are raw when purchased and which ones aren't, is commercial agave nectar ok etc... I think it would help me to go more raw if I got hold of a couple of good books or read through some sites which answer all the mounting questions as I'm so confused!!! :huh: Does anyone have any good recommendations?? Cheers!! Title: Re: Starting out raw, 1000's of questions Post by: RawGreenGoddess on Sunday 04 November, 2007 welcome BC...great to have you here..
books id recommend sunfood success diet David Wolfe 80 10 10 Dr.Douglas Graham.. Perfect body Roe Gallo (i think its called) healing to 120.. Paul C.Bragg and Patricia Bragg The miracles or fasting PAul c.Bragg your natural Diet David Klein self healing colitis and crohns David Klein The raw food detox diet Natalia Rose.. best to get nuts that are still inshell....less chance they are rancid... always be choosy where you buy your nuts and seeds...read the packaging if any...build up a good relationship with the shop owner...so you can trust his/her word,on whether things are truly raw or not...and explain why,you are asking the questions,then you are more likely to be taken seriously... generally commercial agave i would be wary of..best to get it here from raw pleasure shop... google Nora Lenz,she is amazing... Dr Douglas Graham-food n sport David Klein David Wolfe have fun its the best way to eat and live good luck with everything Title: Re: Starting out raw, 1000's of questions Post by: birdcall on Monday 05 November, 2007 :rose: Thanks RawGreenGoddess!! :rose:
This looks like a great list. There are a lot of books out there so it's a real help having some recommend :) A lot of people mention 80/10/10 and the author is coming to Sydney to give a talk next week. I might go along. I went to the Cruelty Free Festival in Sydney yesterday and heard Sergio Boutenko talk about how his family thought they had a clear idea of what "raw" was, but had to re-adjust it later in response to their bodies changing needs. I really like this idea, learning to listen to how your body functions. It's exciting, but I also think that's where it can be overwhelming moving into raw - I'm not sure I've developed the skills in life to do this with my diet yet. But I do feel the call to do so, that's why I'm here on the forum. I've been vegan for three years and veggie for six, and both were ethical decisions, but led me to a greater sense of awareness with my body. It's taken those two steps to introduce me to the idea of raw. When I went vegan I haden't really even heard of a raw food lifestyle beyond a few uninformed jokes about fruitarians. So I guess Shrek had it right when he said ogres are like onions!! We all have layers we need to get through, and sometimes it takes some tears to move closer to our core. Yay to raw journeys, and thanks for your help with mine!! Title: Re: Starting out raw, 1000's of questions Post by: RawGreenGoddess on Monday 05 November, 2007 my pleasure BC...
yeh the way i see it...the more i feel those emotions coming up,the more i know i am getting closer to the real deal,the core of the matter....there are many many layers to peel away,to reveal the true beauty within me... and you are so right,sometimes there are many tears....but its awesome to have the courage and fortitude to face em head on! thats awesome that you have been vegan for so long.... listening to your body is where its at...i have learned to be more fluid in my thinking...and to do things right for me..as you are doing for you! and i dont care anymore that i dont eat when others eat...and i have watermelon for dinner while others eat something else...the more i accept myself,the less of an issue others have with the way i live and eat... keep up the awesome work..mwah Title: Re: Starting out raw, 1000's of questions Post by: Savvy Womyn on Monday 05 November, 2007 RGG I googled Nora last night. I had never heard of her before and wow, what an inspiration. I found some real encouragement in her story. It's great to have these raw role models. Thanks lovely!
Title: Re: Starting out raw, 1000's of questions Post by: RawNaturopathJen on Tuesday 06 November, 2007 I know Nora Lenz is much loved by Gosia .... speaking of which, has anyone heard from Gosia in awhile ??? X
Title: Re: Starting out raw, 1000's of questions Post by: RawGreenGoddess on Thursday 08 November, 2007 Nora rocks for sure...
Yeh Jen,i miss Gosh too.. i adore your brown pregnant belly,so beautiful Jen..hugs to you both... Title: Re: Starting out raw, 1000's of questions Post by: Sweetpea on Friday 16 November, 2007 I had never heard of Nora Lenz either. Just googled her. Her website has some great information on it, the "basic raw food FAQ" section is excellent. Also liked the philosophy and helpful links section.
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