what do you say to why not raw ?

[marigold]

what do you say when asked why dont you eat raw ? my dilema is that i dont wan to make the other person wrong and also scrare them.but in saying why i dont eat raw i do just that..i kinda am vague but then i wonder if thats a lost opportunity or they think i dont want to talk bout it..hmm

[ConsciousCuisine]

Marigold, I am not understanding your question. Could you ask it in another way please? :) Thanks!
Brande

[marigold]

hmmmmmmmmmm someone asks you "why do you eat raw" what do you reply ?

is this better ?

[NWgal]

For me .. its easy ..I say for health reasons.

[Curtis]

For health reasons, more energy, to lose weight. What amazes me is most folks know they don't eat enough raw food or they realize it is healthier to eat that way but we have been programmed for so long to eat cooked food they just do what everyone else does or how they have been taught.

[marigold]

ah i can see where i have been going wrong...been stating the negitives of cooked rather than stating my personal positives.. :eek: thankyou..

[Rawkinlocs]

I tell people that it's for health reasons...to break the cycle of "hereditary" diseases in my family (diabetes, high blood pressure, cancer to name a few).

[ehartmanf]

Hi guys,

I am just halfway through watching Alissa's new DVD and on it she stresses how she tells people all the wonderful things about eating raw, all the benefits and all the foods she CAN eat and doesn't focus at all on what she can't have anymore. This makes perfect sense to me.

I do it for health reasons too. I have high blood pressure and my mom has cancer. I DO NOT want to grow old with a bunch of chronic diseases as I see so many of my patients doing. It's depressing to see how many medications they are taking yet never getting any better. I want to do whatever I can to ensure good health and a long life.

[Curtis]

I'm with you Edda, I have never been able to believe diseases are caused by old age. Most uncivilized countries don't have the health problems we do until they adapt our way of eating.

[kirk]

Hi Curtis,

Here is some very interesting reading in regards to the "germ theory" and disease.Also, Here is a quote from the webpage- "The germ theory came from Louis Pasteur, a chemist, who has been found to be a fraud, and plagarist of Prof Antoine Beachamp (erased from the history books) a genius contemporary of his who discovered the true theory of disease."

http://www.whale.to/v/disease3.html

Have Fun :)

kirk

[ConsciousCuisine]

hmmmmmmmmmm someone asks you "why do you eat raw" what do you reply ?

is this better ?
Yes, much! Thanks!

I eat Raw OrganicVegan for my health, for the environment, for the animals! Because it is the most efficient way to get the maximum amount of living nutrients and enzymes from the food I take in, and in the most healthful way!
I do so because it really makes me feel better and I have tried every "diet" there is and this one is the most healthful, intelligent and vibrant one for me! :) This usually opens up a dialogue and, since every moment is a "Teachable" moment, I can choose, based on their response how much more to share with them, what they are open or ready to hear and so on. Usually I refer them to a book or a website for more info or invite them to see me for a Nutritional Consult or Holistic Lifestyle Guidance Session. :)

[marigold]

i cant believe how simple the answer was and how i got it so messed up..see i would say cos i feel better but then go on whats wrong with cooked but not wanting to ...so

what do you say if they ask what wrong with cooked.

maybe that should have been the thread cos thats when i dont want to scare them or make them wrong which i seem to do by everythign thats wrong with what they eat..as i go on they say but surely milk or rice or fish or breakfast cereal is ok and i am like errrrrrrrrrrrrrrr ( god no!!!)

[kirk]

I just tell people that cooking foods destroys or alters a large percentage of the life-giving properties of the food. Then I refer them to research material that backs it up.

[ConsciousCuisine]

Good answer, Kirk! That's pretty much what I say, and point them to literature as well...It is helpful to point specifics for some, like that 50% of usable protein is destroyed by cooking, to those who have the "protein" questions/concerns...I like to explain enzymes in breif and how they are needed for every function, how we all are born with a certain amount of stored enzymes and that if we eat food that has no useable enzymes, it depletes our stores and how living/Raw foods have enzymes of their own so are not "taxing" our storage of precious enzymes... :)

[Alissa]

This is what i say " what if i told you you could eat banana cream pie for breakfast, pizza for lunch, enchiladas for dinner and all the desserts you wanted in between? And what if i told you that you wouldn’t have to count fat, protein or carbs, could lose amazing amounts of weight and heal your body from disease. That you would look younger, have more energy and be happier then you ever imagined. Would you be interested in what i do? Oh, and by the way, its really easy and fun!"
I have NEVER had anyone say no.

It’s all in the way you present it marigold. Everyone wants to feel and look good.

Everyone wants an experience. What experience are you offering them when you tell them about raw food? One of struggle and what they can’t have and one of deprivation? (Doesn’t sound fun or appealing to me!) Or are you offering them this incredible opportunity to change their lives in a way they never thought possible before by just changing their diet. A diet by the way that allows them to eat with freedom, when they want and the delicious foods they will crave and love.

My closing line? Why wouldn’t you do this?

[ehartmanf]

WOW, Alissa! With a presentation like that, it's no wonder no one says "NO" to you. :) I'm starting week 11 today and I am so excited! :D

[Alissa]

HA! sounds a lot better then 'well, lets see raw food.. well, you cant eat this and you cant eat that etc...
WOW! week 11! yeah for you!!!!
Wow. that is so great!!! how do you feel?

[smasty]

I just had this discussion last night with 2 friends. I love talking about this...people seem to be really interested in it. I start by saying "I eat 5 things (all raw)....fruits, veggies, sprouts, nuts, olive oil"....then go on to say..."but you wouldn't believe the gourmet things that can be made with those 5 things...cakes, pies, brownies, pasta w/ rich marinara, alfredo sauce, soups, incredible salads." Then I talk about the 30 pounds I've lost (25 in 5 weeks).

[ehartmanf]

Alissa,

I feel wonderful!!! I have lost that bloated, puffy feeling. I have tons of energy, I feel much more positive and happy. I have had some of those same intensely happy and loving feelings that you talk about. I sleep great and am wide awake much earlier in the morning. I no longer have night sweats and my hot flashes (menopausal) are greatly diminished. I've lost 13 lbs. last time I checked.

I truly love the food I'm eating. Today I made the zucchini hummus from your book and also a batch of your salad dressing. I am anxious to try all of your recipes. Tonight I will order a dehydrator. It's an early Christmas gift from my husband.

There are no other raw people where I live....at least I don't know any. That's why this bulletin board and the people on it are so important to my success. I draw strength, courage and support from all of you daily.

Well......you asked how I felt...... :D