The Raw Food Diet

The Raw Food Diet is exactly what you think; everything you eat is uncooked and unprocessed.  It was created on the basis of the belief that foods that are heated above 116 degrees Fahrenheit burn off the enzymes that are helpful for food absorption. 

I'm sorry, but with my Cuban roots, everything is prepared, cooked, seasoned, and hot and ready on a plate to eat.  I can't imagine eating any other way.  Sounds more like a rabbit diet to me, but here's what the researchers are saying.

The benefits include weight loss, increased energy, improved skin, better digestion, and reduced risk of heart disease. 

Ok, ok I know it's probably a very healthy diet, just not very appealing to my taste buds. 

In my defense, some will get a detoxification reflex from trying this diet if their diet was normal before.  They can experience nausea, headaches, and cravings.  The nutritional deficiencies of this diet are iron, calcium, B12, protein, and calories.  These things are suggested to be taken in vitamin form so that your body is getting the essential nutrition it needs. 

Chef Alissa Cohen is a firm believer and has dedicated this whole website to the Raw Food Diet.  Here she has recipes, before and after pictures of her followers, blogs, and more! Check it out! 

This video gives dieters an idea for healthy snacks available to buy when you're on the diet. 

Can't wait to here!
MIA