Saturday, 14 April 2018

Raw Plant Foods Are Good For You

By Rebecca Fisher


Is it really possible to eat healthy without cooking, that's something many people are confused about. But the answer is simple, yes, it is really possible. In fact, this type of diet allows light heating, but not over 46 degrees C. This way, your food will remain alive, and this is especially important when it comes to valuable enzymes. Full raw vegan or not, fresh veggies are good for you.

So, here are some facts you might appreciate. Raw plant foods bring a whole lot of vitamins, minerals, and fiber into your body. But, this is only the beginning. Cooking destroys many beneficial ingredients but also changes various valuable compounds. With the exception of for example carrots and tomatoes, raw veggies mostly contain numerous valuable substances that get at least damaged, if not destroyed by heating.

The point is to consume live vegetables, with fresh and valuable ingredients your body will use in the best way. That's why the organic food is the best option. Well, organic is always much tastier as well. Eating veggies is also a very good way of losing weight without being hungry all the time, because you can eat as much as you want. Who cares about calories, and it is so good.

Don't forget that properly balanced diet is a must, especially when your diet is so restrictive. Your body needs adequate amounts of vitamins, minerals, fiber and other substances on daily basis. Vegetables are healthy, but they cannot supply your organism with proper amounts of some minerals if you don't know which ones to include on your menu. Calcium, zinc or vitamin B12 deficiency might become a problem.

You should also be aware of the fact that some types of raw foods might be difficult to digest. Cooking would make it more digestible because it breaks specific chains within, but you can do something about it. Non-digestible veggies might be transformed into tasty juices using your blender. Add your favorite nuts and fruits, and you will get tasty healthy and valuable meal.

Although this is generally unprocessed food, you can still take different fermented veggies, for example, sauerkraut, or even non-pasteurized yogurt, in case you don't mind taking dairy products every once in a while. It contains valuable good bacteria and works great for your digestion. On the other hand, there are also several veggie milk substitutes that might be good for you, as long as they are not pasteurized.

Well. Cooking has some good sides. It kills bad bacteria, for example. And it makes grains easier to digest. But, cooked meals won't make your skin fresh and shiny, or have such a good effect on your weight. Besides, some health conditions can be successfully treated if you change your eating habits, even for a short period of time.

If you decide to go raw, learn a little something about this way of life. Because that's what it really is, a way of life. Balance your diet properly, and you will soon notice the first effects. For example, your skin will get more elastic, you will have more energy, you'll be in the better mood and you won't feel so exhausted as before. And, above all of that, you'll be healthier and skinny, and that's something to look forward to.




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