One of the things I’ve noticed since transitioning to a raw food diet is that the hunger ‘pangs’ I’d had in the past… stayed in the past :).

Sure, I may feel like eating something, although I no longer have intense feelings of hunger. I can often eat some fruit throughout the day and a nice salad for dinner and feel satisfied. More importantly I feel full of energy, light on my feet, relaxed and grounded.

This is how our bodies work naturally… and why eating fresh, organic and raw foods is optimal for your health… and longevity.

One of the reasons those on the SAD diet (standard american diet) get hunger pains is in part the additives in processed foods (MSG for example) and in part because the normal American stretches their stomach far beyond their normal size. Emotions and stress play a factor as well.

Go raw and feel great!

All the best for your health,

Mark

Here’s a quick healthy snack.. especially for those times when you’re transitioning and hungry for something sweet.

Banana Treat

• 1-2 Ripe Bananas
• 1-2 Soft, Pitted Dates
  or
• Handful of soaked raisins
• 1/2-1 Tbs Raw Almond Butter

Mash the bananas in a bowl, add raw almond butter and dates (cut them into small pieces) or soaked raisins and mix together well. Quick, easy and delicious. Enjoy without guilt!

To your best health,

Mark
Vegan and Raw – The Ultimate Diet For Weight Loss, Healthy and Life

Here are some pictures of delicious raw dishes I’ve prepared over the last few months. Recipes and more pictures to come. Enjoy!

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To your best health!

Mark
Vegan Raw Diet

One of the longstanding myths about a diet that avoids dairy foods is that it can lead to osteoperosis. A new study not only proves that this isn’t true, it also reports that vegans, specifically those that follow a raw food diet, are overall healthier than the average American, have strong bones, lower BMI, lower markers for disease and have high levels of Vitamin D, which was surprising to researchers since dairy products are normally fortified with Vitamin D.

The interesting part about this study is the expectations the doctors had, particularly that they expected raw food vegans to have low levels of Vitamin D. This shows how flawed the dairy industry is in promoting “milk for strong bones”.

Additionally, although the study clearly shows that following a raw, vegan lifestyle is much healthier in all aspects tested (weight, disease prevention, BMI – and by a good margin), the lead doctors don’t advocate a vegan, raw food diet.

They do recommend eating more fruits and vegetables, which is a good start, but I think they are missing the point. Fruits and vegetables are only one part of a raw, vegan diet. Adding a variety of legumes, whole grains, nuts and seeds is also essential to a well balanced diet. Additionally, if someone eats more fruits and vegetables (and no legumes, whole grains, nuts or seeds) but still eats red meat, a variety of dairy products and processed foods regularly, this will do little to improve their health. Apparently facts don’t make enough difference to make a recommended lifestyle change!

Read more about the study at: Yahoo! News – Raw Food Vegans Thin But Healthy, Study Finds

To your best health!

Mark
vegandiet.blogspot.com

Raw foodist Angela was featured on CNN today, a great outlet to help others learn about the true power of the raw food diet in not only losing weight, but regaining optimal health.

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After some time without posting has passed, the blog is now on it’s own domain and updated! I’ll be posting regularly and look forward to your comments, suggestions and feedback.

Peace!

Mark

This video shows how Scott Jackson lost over 100 pounds by switching to a raw food diet. He mentions that he didn’t do any exercise. Imagine what he could have done with some added activity. Congratulations Scott!

If you’re looking for a place to start learning more about the raw food diet, visit: RawFoodHowTo.com