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Nothing's Faster Than Raw Food

For health-conscious eaters, a question arises when processed foods are to be avoided and cooking three full meals a day takes too much time. Raw foods may be the answer. Naturally, a piece of fruit is always a better snack than a bag of chips. But there are numerous health and environmental benefits to eating raw foods on a consistent basis, as well.

Raw food consumption is considered to have a “cleansing” or “detox” effect on the body; adherents to raw diets note increased energy and overall health, as well as weight loss. Many claim that food loses most of its nutritional value when cooked over 120oF, and it is known that cooking certain substances at high temperatures can increase the growth of potential cancer-causing components. Furthermore, eating raw can help you avoid the massive energy consumption and waste of food processing.

Eating raw does not mean committing to a vegetarian or vegan diet, nor does it mean swearing off cooking altogether. What’s important is consumption of appropriate levels of fruit, vegetables and even fish products that are best and easiest when raw. You can start by eating a salad of raw greens and vegetables each day, looking for a raw-foods restaurant in your area, or learning some sashimi preparations. Or, try a whole day of raw eating—a balance of fruits, vegetables and legumes can cover all major nutrients with little to no prep time.

Nothing's Faster Than Raw Food
What?
Save time - and improve your health - by incorporating raw food into your diet.

How?
Try to consume more fruit, veggies, nuts and salads every day. As a result, you'll eat healthier, and spend less time cooking.

Why?
Processed food takes more fossil fuel energy to manufacture and oftentimes more human energy to prepare.

Did You Know?
You can soak legumes and beans in water overnight to soften them without cooking.

Okay, But How Hard Is It?
As easy as rinsing and eating!