Not purely raw, I love my meat! But does anyone eat "raw"? If not, there are a bunch of very cool raw websites/blogs that have the neatest recipes that use really cool clever ways of substituting healthful foods for junk. A few examples include spiral cutting zucchinis to make them look like noodles, instead of eating pure carb pasta, and "not fish" *fried* fishsticks, and low carb gluten-free "burger patties" or "taco" salad. Anyway, curious to find out if any other sleevers are interested in eating this way, if you already are, and how that's working out for you ...

Here's two cool sites ...

http://www.rawmazing.com/avocado-coconut-oil-hair-mask/

http://nouveauraw.com/raw-recipies/soup-salad/

Not purely raw, I love my meat! But does anyone eat "raw"? If not, there are a bunch of very cool raw websites/blogs that have the neatest recipes that use really cool clever ways of substituting healthful foods for junk. A few examples include spiral cutting zucchinis to make them look like noodles, instead of eating pure carb Pasta, and "not fish" *fried* fishsticks, and low carb gluten-free "burger patties" or "taco" salad. Anyway, curious to find out if any other sleevers are interested in eating this way, if you already are, and how that's working out for you ...

I have a friend who does raw (as did her husband while I was alive) and they seemed to be sold on the health benefits. I've tried it preop, it's okay, but I can't imagine it as a primary source of nutrition postop. One of my surgeons keeps reminding me "we're meat eaters now, can't eat like we used to".

I hope that helped.

Well, no, it didn't (sorry!) because I already declared, at the beginning of the very first sentence, that I am a meat eater and love meat. What I meant was, in addition to eating meat, just because the foods can be delicious, does anyone out there sometimes make raw recipes. It was really more of a shout out to people, since this is the food thread, to say, "hey, here are some resources for yummy alternative foods!"

Well, no, it didn't (sorry!) because I already declared, at the beginning of the very first sentence, that I am a meat eater and love meat. What I meant was, in addition to eating meat, just because the foods can be delicious, does anyone out there sometimes make raw recipes. It was really more of a shout out to people, since this is the food thread, to say, "hey, here are some resources for yummy alternative foods!"

Sigh...

I'd suggest that you ask what you REALLY mean with more clarity rather than fuss at those who try to help.

I make raw recipes all the time, but I honestly hesitate to share because I rarely answer you the way you want me to and I am far too old to be talked to as if I am an idiot.

Wow, i cannot believe the tone here- a bit ridiculous. I have eaten a raw diet in the past and still try raw recipes occasionally. Thanks for posting the links

You're welcome ad2422!

Not purely raw, I love my meat! But does anyone eat "raw"? If not, there are a bunch of very cool raw websites/blogs that have the neatest recipes that use really cool clever ways of substituting healthful foods for junk. A few examples include spiral cutting zucchinis to make them look like noodles, instead of eating pure carb Pasta, and "not fish" *fried* fishsticks, and low carb gluten-free "burger patties" or "taco" salad. Anyway, curious to find out if any other sleevers are interested in eating this way, if you already are, and how that's working out for you ...

I have been eating a mostly (80% =/-) raw lifestyle for almost a year now. I eat no refined sugars, no grains. I eat almost no cooked veggies BUT will steam or such if it enhances the flavor. I try to eat seasonally and regionally as this reduces food costs drastically. I also think our altered tummies do a little better with some things heated sometimes. It has been amazing for me. I have energy and vitality and I heal quickly and have thicker hair than I did before surgery.

I still eat meat, but mindfully, just enough to provide the protien I need daily.

Diabetics and immune-compromised people should proceed with caution in this eating program.

If raw does not suit you there is a good argument for finding the “time & temp” for your foods, and cook them separately, then blend or mix. Different plant materials provide optimal nutritional value under different cooking temperatures.

I think a good lesson for raw is to learn the difference between a pretty veggie or fruit and a fully ripe veggie or fruit.

Check out http://fullyraw.com/.

In Houston we have Rawfully Organic the largest 501c veggie and fruit co-op in the nation. Organic veggies and fruit, all volunteer effort, and it reduces cost by almost 20%.

Oh man, Pookeyism, that is awesome! Thanks, this is exactly the kind of info I was hoping to learn! Is there a book you might recommend to educate myself on raw?