I want to thank everyone who has participated in this RawFoodTalk.com forum. There have been some amazing exchanges here and so many words of wisdom spoken. But its time for me to close this board. I am moving on to new ventures and feel that its time for me to let this go. A forum of this size takes loads of money, time and energy. I have not been keeping up with the forum upgrades, the spam problems, etc…. which is resulting in many disgruntled emails and people calling the office daily. I’m sorry to disappoint the many of you who have spent your time and wonderful words of help and inspiration here. I hope that you have all benefited from this board and that it has helped you on your path to optimal health. I know many of you have made lasting friendships here as well. I will leave this board up for a month of so, so that you may copy what you need and any information you would like to save.

Thank you for being part of the RawFoodTalk.com community! It’s been a wonderful ride! I’m looking forward to seeing what’s next for all of you and of course, you can keep up with my adventures through my blog, Facebook and twitter. I am continuing my certification trainings and there will be some exciting new classes, events and projects coming into fruition in the near future!

All my best,
Alissa

Blog Comments

herbalgirl - 05-16-2008 07:49 AM
Thanks, Zaphirah, for your encouragement! :) I definitely know exercise helps me out. My mood changes so much when I do it. I think it is the combo of nasty food and not much exercise the past few days that have contributed to me feeling this way. So, back to work for me! I can DO THIS!!
Zaphirah - 05-15-2008 11:11 AM
You sound very much like me, before and during the first 8 months of raw. It has been only in the last week that I haven't had a lull in my energy. 3 things that I think have really brought my health up a notch is exercise (I bounce on the dc's trampoline and go jogging), 3000mcg of B-12 (mythelcobalamin), and a Yoga Nidra hypnosis track on my iPod. The hypnosis track feeds postitive messages to my brain while I sleep. It seems to have REALLY helped. I wish you the best of luck and HEALTH!
StarFire - 05-04-2008 02:05 AM
It's awesome to see you posting herbalGirl! I know you will do great... its going to be a wonderful journey. many many blessings!! RAWk on!
knifty - 05-03-2008 10:43 PM
Hi, herbalgirl! I love your attitude! I too am just starting to get back into the raw challenge; I sort of fell off the wagon sometime in February. You can do it!
ladyfiremedic5 - 01-06-2008 05:45 AM
I hope your family starts feeling better soon. The CF cravings take different amounts of time for different people to go away. I understand about the peanut butter. Have you tried RAW almond butter with Raw Honey or Raw Agave? Or Raw cashew butter?? RAW soups warmed up in your blender are wonderful comfort foods as well. HUGS&PEACE Carrassa
kaxmir - 01-04-2008 02:49 PM
Good for you for finding a great solution!
Now HOW DO I MAKE BANANA ICE CREAM!?!?!?!? Please post to the list! Unless of course it takes a vitamix...*sigh*...
~Anastazia~
beppa66 - 01-04-2008 02:42 PM
There's gold in them thar hills!!!
StarFire - 01-04-2008 02:05 PM
banana ice cream has saved me many a time!!! Proud of you for being so resourceful!!! for me that would like finding GOLD!!! I always love it when I find an unxpected treat like that! Once I found frozen coconut milk -- OMG!!! HEAVEN!!!
Zaphirah - 01-04-2008 01:57 PM
way to go Mama! :)
annieH - 01-03-2008 08:16 PM
I second Star's advice. LOTS of people put fat in their smoothies (personally I get enough fat everywhere else) LOL! Good for you for staying strong. Keep rawkin' girl!
StarFire - 01-03-2008 07:54 PM
herbalgirl -- you are soo cute! I loved this post! You are really doing great! There are A LOT of rawbies that add a tablespoon or two of coconut oil to their smoothies! Its soo good for you - especially if you are nursing! don't do necessarily what others are doing - listen to yur body and give it what it needs! We are all so different! YOU'RE DOING FANTASTIC !!! rawk on!
StarFire - 01-03-2008 01:56 PM
Important thing is -- here you are makin it happen now. I'm thinkin by the time Thanksgiving and Christmas rolls around again this year - we will be so strong in our convictions - and feeling and looking so amazing -- staying raw thru the holidays will be a non issue! Let's do it girl.... rawk the house!
herbalgirl - 01-02-2008 09:05 AM
Thanks for all the comments!

Justine, the squash rice is really tasty, but I find I can't have a whole lot at once. It is a little overpowering!!

Banana ice cream is one of my most favorite and easiest raw dishes. We buy a box full of bananas every other week here. LOL The kids and I love it!
Angie27 - 01-01-2008 10:52 PM
raw food can definitely cure ulcers! make sure to drink lots of water when you feel pain :)
OneBite@aTime - 01-01-2008 09:41 PM
Day one-way to go!
I had stomach aches and pains similar to ulcers-mine went away when I did a 10 day cleanse-and only came back when I went back to SAD.....but, go away within a week of going back RAW
annieH - 01-01-2008 07:03 PM
Your icecream sounds delicious! How was the squash rice? It always sounds appealing but a bit daunting to me.... :)
RawWealth - 01-01-2008 04:23 PM
Hello, from what I have read raw foods can cure ulcers. It does not happen overnight but it will cure it. Good luck, it sounds like you are doing well so far! :)
annieH - 12-31-2007 03:14 PM
RAWSOME!! Can't wait to hear more about your journey!!