contessa20
05-07-2009, 01:03 PM
There is a lady that I work with who is interested in the changes that she's seen in me through raw foods. We've talked a lot about it, I've sent her recipes, quick start tips and pointed her toward Alissa's book. What I'm getting from her is that she wants me to help her put together a strict but simple eating plan. I'm totally up for it but I'd like a little inspiration.
So, my questions for you are; what advice do you give to interested rawbies and what kind of simple recipes would you include in such a menu plan?
And, just so you know, the advice I've already given her is:
*drink nothing but water. You can spice it up with lemon, lime or even raw apple cider vinegar but make sure you get AT LEAST 8 - 8 oz. glasses a day. In fact, I don't eat anything in the morning until I've had at between 16 and 32 ounces of water.
*eat only fruit for breakfast. You can eat as much of it as you want but stick with just fruit.
*make 75% of your food choices raw fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds. Raw nuts and seeds can only be found online and at Newark Natural Foods but if you're not aiming for 100% raw vegan you can just substitute unroasted/unsalted nuts and seeds for the really raw ones.
*limit meat to no more than 3 servings a week. If you can do the same with dairy you'll be in REALLY good shape! (because she has no intention of giving up meat and dairy or going 100% raw)
So, my questions for you are; what advice do you give to interested rawbies and what kind of simple recipes would you include in such a menu plan?
And, just so you know, the advice I've already given her is:
*drink nothing but water. You can spice it up with lemon, lime or even raw apple cider vinegar but make sure you get AT LEAST 8 - 8 oz. glasses a day. In fact, I don't eat anything in the morning until I've had at between 16 and 32 ounces of water.
*eat only fruit for breakfast. You can eat as much of it as you want but stick with just fruit.
*make 75% of your food choices raw fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds. Raw nuts and seeds can only be found online and at Newark Natural Foods but if you're not aiming for 100% raw vegan you can just substitute unroasted/unsalted nuts and seeds for the really raw ones.
*limit meat to no more than 3 servings a week. If you can do the same with dairy you'll be in REALLY good shape! (because she has no intention of giving up meat and dairy or going 100% raw)