10 Foods To Eat Raw
Eating raw food seems to be a diet fad that shows its face whenever we get tired of working out so much. Eating right is a major part of getting in shape, but eating raw can help your body break down, process and eliminate food faster and easier. Making a cut body easier to attain.
Raw refers to foods in their natural state like uncooked fruits and vegetables, unroasted nuts and seeds, whole grains and unprocessed oils. Anything that has NOT been heated above 115 F or 46 C also counts. But before you unplug the oven , we suggest you start slow and don’t just go cold turkey (especially since turkey is not allowed), and start off with raw foods as a side dish to something cooked. It will be tough to transition, but keep in mind, fresh, unprocessed foods contain life-preserving phytonutrients, vitamins, minerals, amino acids and beneficial oils.
Jay Bradley, a wellness, anti-aging and lifestyle expert, just wrote a 12-week guide to looking and feeling better by consuming more raw foods so we asked for his expertise on what those foods should be and why.
1) Berries
“Fresh or frozen berries are low in sugar and rich in antioxidants not to mention delicious and easy to digest.”
2) Avocado
“High in fibre, potassium, vitamin E and healthy unsaturated fats, avocados also provide protein and live enzymes. Enjoy in a salad, shake or sandwich.”
3) Coconut
“Coconut water is high in electrolytes and rich in potassium. The meat contains protein and healthy fats with four times more fiber than oat bran. Try coconut ice cream. It is rich and delicious.”
4) Raw Green Juice
“Fresh, raw juice of celery, parsley, cilantro, kale, spinach, cucumber and other greens nourishes our body with enzymes, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. The juice acts as a wonderful detoxifier. Try using a blender to keep all of the healthy fiber intact.”
5) Wheat Grass
“Very high in chlorophyll, minerals and other nutrients, wheat grass or any type of sprouted juice gently detoxifies our bodies. You also can choose raw superfood powders that contain wheatgrass and other essential raw greens.”
6) Raw Honey
“Raw honey is the ONLY 100 per cent pre-digested food on the planet. It works to promote healing, healthy digestion and immune strength.”
7) Chia seeds
“Chia contains high levels of phytonutrients, fibre and essential fats. And it acts to lubricate our joints and bowels and remove toxins. Add chia to your cereal, salad or a blended drink.”
8) Olives and extra virgin olive oil
“Olives and olive oil are very high in antioxidants, healthy fats and vitamin E. They assist the body and skin with inflammation and work to reduce cholesterol in the blood.”
9) Raw dairy products
“Raw dairy is not easy to find for legal reasons especially in certain provinces and some states. Raw dairy products such as kefir, yogurt, milk and cheese from cows, sheep and goats are rich in vitamins, live enzymes, probiotics, healthy fats and protein.”
10) Marinated raw fish
“Sushi, sashimi and ceviche (marinated fish) are loaded with live enzymes, probiotics, healthy fats and fat-soluble vitamins.”
