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Metalmind
11-07-2005, 11:28 AM
Hello!

I found this site allready in summer, but just registered today. I've gathered information several months now, and finally I feel like I'm ready for it! I'm 23 yrs old girl, living in small town in southern Finland with my fiancé and our 2 rescued dogs. Animal rights and enviromental issues are very close to my heart, as well as sports.

The reason I first got interested in raw foodism is my acne and depression. My acne begun at the age of 19, and it's now worse than ever :( I used to be very in to fitnessworld, and ate what I considered a healthy diet; lots of animal protein, and very little carbs and medium amount of good fats... My skin condition still got worse and even though i stopped eating meat and dairy (for ethical reasons though), no improvement at all. My depression started to develop about a year and a half ago, and I really need to do something now.

I'm convinced that raw foods is the answer for me, especially after everything I've read. I told all this since I really need all the support I can get! I'm a diet soda -holic ( :eek: ) and just eat tons off junk food (yet vegan) nowadays, and I really want to get rid off all my bad eating habits and find the magical worl of raw foods.

Greetings from rainy Finland for all who read my little story,

Heidi :cool:

earthmama
11-08-2005, 08:56 AM
Welcome Heidi!!!! Glad you are here!! I do believe raw foods will help your acne and depression. My daughter has problems with acne, and the more whole her diet the better it is getting. We are not 100% raw yet, but working on it. One suggestion, get off the diet sodas!!! Especially if they have Aspartame in them(most of the drinks in the U.S. do). It is extremely toxic, even if you aren't trying to cleanse with raw foods. Hang around and let us know how you are doing, Ok? Blessings Earthmama

misslinda
11-08-2005, 11:18 AM
Greetings Heidi!

Welcome and looking forward to reading about your progress in acne and depression. I think I can safely say that feeling good and skin improvement are quite regular results around here---so enjoy the change. :)

sweetgoddess
11-11-2005, 07:58 AM
Welcome to the forum Heidi.
Raw food has many gifts in store for you!
You will find the forum a fabulous place to gather information and find support.
My very best wishes on your raw journey!

Warmly~
Carmel