Hi my name is James

[James Carmichael]

I've been looking at raw food for about a year now and have been slowly adding in more raw foods into my diet.

About 4 years ago i was very unfit, unhealthy and had so many bad habits. I was drinking, smoking and even dabbling in drug use. 2 year ago I had a serious look at my life and decided to make some big changes. Since then I haven't smoked, taken any drugs and have cut down on drinking quite a bit.

My next goal is to repair the damage and start to live a healthy lifestyle. I was born with Cone Dystraphy, Congenital Nystagmus and a few other eye conditions that make everyday tasks difficult for me, but I'm hoping I can make the best of my situation and get the best out of life.

I'm now 23, live in Wales and would love to be on a Raw food diet so I've decided to join this forum and try my very best to succeed. :)

[Aleesha Sattva]

Congrats on taking your health seriously. You'll be amazed at how much your body will cleanse and heal on raw live foods!

I highly you do three things:

1) get a copy of Alissa's book (either one or both). They have soooooo much valuable info and great recipes in them.

2) join our 30 day challenge (begins today!) and see how raw you can be for the month.

3) read. Read as much as you have time for... this forum is packed with info. So read, research and read some more!

Again... welcome!

[James Carmichael]

Congrats on taking your health seriously. You'll be amazed at how much your body will cleanse and heal on raw live foods!

I highly you do three things:

1) get a copy of Alissa's book (either one or both). They have soooooo much valuable info and great recipes in them.

2) join our 30 day challenge (begins today!) and see how raw you can be for the month.

3) read. Read as much as you have time for... this forum is packed with info. So read, research and read some more!

Again... welcome!

Thank you very much for your advice. I can't wait to start changing my health for the better.

[Dimond]

Welcome James. :) Sound like you're on a good path. You've come to the best forum for information and support.

[sport]

Hi James. We do have a few more Welsh here. I normally live in Ireland so not too far from you.
We will help in any way that we can.

[Eva]

Ah, you're in Wales. You might not have to bother with my comment on the Brita filter ~ perhaps there is no fluoride in the water there.

In any case, welcome! :)

[James Carmichael]

Thanks everyone for the warm welcome. I'm sure I'll enjoy myself on this forum. I live in Swansea, South Wales and the water isn't very good lol.

[JCB44]

welcome to the site you already have taken some big steps congrats on them

[sport]

Thanks everyone for the warm welcome. I'm sure I'll enjoy myself on this forum. I live in Swansea, South Wales and the water isn't very good lol.

http://www.rawfoodtalk.com/showthread.php?t=51365&highlight=matthew

This is a post from Matthew in Swansea. He is about your age.

[James Carmichael]

http://www.rawfoodtalk.com/showthread.php?t=51365&highlight=matthew

This is a post from Matthew in Swansea. He is about your age.

Wow would never have thought there'b be anyone in Swansea on a Raw Food Diet. That has inspired me to be honest. Maybe I'll see this guy around the Market.

[sport]

Wow would never have thought there'b be anyone in Swansea on a Raw Food Diet. That has inspired me to be honest. Maybe I'll see this guy around the Market.
You can go on to his website and send him a message. Ask to meet up. I am sure that he could do with moral support as well.

[spicyfull]

I wish you everything you need to Stay RAW..............Welcome to MY World.

[James Carmichael]

:) thanks everyone for the welcome. I've already had some great advice.

[KaleMama]

Welcome and congrats on taking those tough steps and making this amazing change!

Best of luck on your RAW journey! :D

[Moretta]

Welcome and good luck on your RAWNESS journey.