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  1. Sticky Thread Sticky: Just a reminder…when posts are deleted

    If a post gets deleted, it is deleted for a reason. If it’s your post and you want to email and ask the moderators why it was deleted, we have no...

    Started by Alissa‎, 05-08-2007 09:09 PM
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  1. Just a reminder about a good free resource

    http://www.rawfoodtalk.com/showthread.php?12427-STUNNING-online-library-resource! ...

    Started by Arky‎, 04-27-2013 12:37 PM
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    05-11-2013, 11:59 PM Go to last post
  2. Worried about Oxalate levels??

    Hello everyone, I have not been experiencing good health recently. My doctor suspects I have a peptic ulcer. Im not sure I agree with her though....

    Started by brydee‎, 04-15-2013 02:47 PM
    • Replies: 13
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    04-23-2013, 06:36 PM Go to last post
  3. Milled vs Whole Chia?

    Just curious if anyone knows the difference - if there's a health benefit to consuming milled chia over whole like there would be with flax? I've...

    Started by CaraS‎, 04-13-2013 07:50 PM
    • Replies: 4
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    05-13-2013, 04:51 PM Go to last post
  4. Some uncooked veg bad for underactive thyroid?

    I recently heard that a specific type of veg group, which I forget the name of, but the family includes broccoli, cauliflower, kale and a few others,...

    Started by cormie‎, 05-09-2013 01:28 AM
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  5. How to heat green smoothies?

    I have this odd request, since any really cold drinks give me headache and I have migraines slimmer sensitive to such things. I make a big green...

    Started by Dirkg‎, 04-28-2013 05:42 PM
    • Replies: 10
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    05-13-2013, 10:29 AM Go to last post
  6. Keeping tomatoes in the fridge

    I learnt a while ago that tomatoes lose flavor and nutrition in cold storage, due to a certain chemical activation. But after talking to friends, it...

    Started by Dirkg‎, 05-11-2013 11:43 PM
    • Replies: 5
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    05-14-2013, 12:20 PM Go to last post
  7. Specific foods for joint health?

    I play a lot of sports and my joints hurt, esp knees and wrist. Are there any specific types of foods that can help, other than in general more green...

    Started by Dirkg‎, 05-16-2013 05:05 AM
    • Replies: 0
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    05-16-2013, 05:05 AM Go to last post
  8. Food ideas for the newbie

    Are there any websites or places out there that will give me an idea of what to eat to start? I have been looking at recipes but some look daunting,...

    Started by ghostlykisses‎, 05-14-2013 12:36 PM
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    05-14-2013, 12:36 PM Go to last post
  9. Question Food Processor

    I'm in the market for a new food processor. What's your favorite? Which ones don't stand the test of time? Any assistance is appreciated.

    Started by holisticfox‎, 04-24-2013 08:56 PM
    food processor, gadgets, kitchen
    • Replies: 14
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    05-13-2013, 08:02 AM Go to last post
  10. Thumbs down Bruising

    I can always tell when and where I've lost weight without stepping on the scale because of the bruises. Does this happen to anyone else? Any...

    Started by holisticfox‎, 04-25-2013 11:45 AM
    • Replies: 3
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    04-28-2013, 05:13 PM Go to last post
  11. Question Acid Effects On Raw Foods

    I was on the phone with a customer tonight (I work for a produce distributor), and I told him that I'm a raw foodist, and he asked me what was for...

    Started by holisticfox‎, 05-06-2013 05:46 PM
    • Replies: 3
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    05-07-2013, 11:23 PM Go to last post
  12. Is This THE Nutritionally Complete Meal?

    This is a meal (usually lunch for me) that I’ve developed and modified over many years. I’m not a Nutritionist, but all the nutritional information...

    Started by jimji‎, 12-16-2012 03:13 PM
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    complete, healthy, meal, super
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    05-13-2013, 04:48 PM Go to last post
  13. Too Much Fat?

    I keep coming across vegan and raw food folks who talk about how one of the most common mistakes made with our types of diets, is to include too...

    Started by jimji‎, 05-06-2013 01:01 AM
    good fats, too much fat
    • Replies: 6
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    05-19-2013, 08:06 AM Go to last post
  14. natto?

    Is natto considered a living food? I know it is cooked fermented soybeans. Anyone has eaten it for a long time? Any thoughts on it?

    Started by joyce09‎, 04-02-2013 12:22 AM
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    05-09-2013, 10:15 AM Go to last post
  15. Friend with problems

    I have been eating raw for some time now. I have a friend over the internet that wanted to try it out for weight lose. All he has been eating are...

    Started by Lidoptics‎, 05-15-2013 03:36 AM
    • Replies: 11
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    05-16-2013, 05:20 PM Go to last post
  16. My Before and After

    Okay, after hours of trying to post photos in my blog I think I can do it here! I know, I know, it wasn't all that hard, but once there is a mental...

    Started by LivingRawGirl‎, 10-05-2007 08:20 AM
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    05-18-2013, 07:17 AM Go to last post
  17. Caffeine withdrawal

    Hi gang, it's been a long time since I've posted here. I haven't been completely raw for a while, but I am going to try to hop back on the wagon. I...

    Started by magglepie‎, 04-16-2013 03:30 PM
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    04-23-2013, 10:57 AM Go to last post
  18. Pretty, clear, smooth skin -- how to get it??

    Ok -- I need all of your advice on how to get pretty, smooth, and clear skin (besides the reason why we are here -- the raw lifestyle)? Ashley...

    Started by moonstar‎, 07-24-2007 01:30 PM
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    05-20-2013, 10:10 PM Go to last post
  19. Wink I can't seem to digest anything...

    My digestion seems to be getting weaker and weaker. Even fresh orange juice for breakfast (three oranges) seems to be too much for my system to...

    Started by Queen Bean‎, 06-18-2012 03:12 AM
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    05-16-2013, 09:08 AM Go to last post
  20. Warning about mangos

    So I really love mangoes. Imagine my disappointment when I discovered that most of the mangoes that are stocked in stores around me are hot water...

    Started by RawDad‎, 04-24-2013 11:01 PM
    • Replies: 6
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    04-29-2013, 11:58 PM Go to last post
  21. Raw Controversy

    Hey There, I'm looking for anyone who has tried the 811 (low fat raw vegan) approach and failed, then returned to eating anything you like as long...

    Started by RighteousYogini‎, 05-07-2013 08:03 AM
    • Replies: 0
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    05-07-2013, 08:03 AM Go to last post
  22. Looking for a raw coach (az?)

    Hi all! I've been away from this site for a few years. I had unfortunately gone bad to poor eating habits (processed mostly vegan food). But I...

    Started by rkk‎, 05-16-2013 09:41 AM
    • Replies: 3
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    05-18-2013, 03:48 PM Go to last post
  23. question about whole flax seed

    I was wondering something about whole flax seed . please dont think this is a dumb question but.... if the body cannot use the flax seed unless its...

    Started by SheLovesToEat‎, Yesterday 09:50 PM
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    Yesterday, 09:50 PM Go to last post
  24. Reactivating sprouted and dehydrated foods

    Hello, I have no desire to actually try doing this but am interested to know if it would work. If you buy or make your own activated...

    Started by sprouting‎, 05-03-2013 12:03 AM
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    05-03-2013, 05:52 PM Go to last post
  25. Feeling so good about this.....

    I got DD interested in chickweed (as she is weight conscious) and I've been putting them in smoothies for her - usually strawberry banana. I have...

    Started by T-Bird‎, 05-16-2013 01:39 PM
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    05-16-2013, 01:39 PM Go to last post
  26. Favourite Raw Foods

    What's everyone's favourite raw foods? I am about to start another raw food challenge and realized from last time that what I have to improve is the...

    Started by Ucat‎, 03-05-2013 10:47 AM
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    05-15-2013, 09:16 PM Go to last post
  27. Harmless Harvest Raw Coconut Water

    I am a convert, an addict. It is fresh and unpasteurized. It is absolutely delicious! Have you guys tried it? The only issue is that it's PRICY. I...

    Started by VeggieMel‎, 04-23-2013 11:33 PM
    • Replies: 14
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    05-01-2013, 07:01 AM Go to last post
  28. Your opinion about coconut oil use

    I cannot consume straight coconut oil because I'm allergic to it and it makes my throat itch and feel like it's going to close up. But I do use it...

    Started by VeggieMel‎, 05-20-2013 02:28 PM
    allergy, coconut oil
    • Replies: 3
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    Yesterday, 11:17 AM Go to last post
  29. Favorite brand of MSM?

    I've read a lot of comments about the benefits of MSM lotion, and I'm thinking of trying it. What's your favorite brand?

    Started by VeggieMel‎, 05-20-2013 02:50 PM
    brand, msm lotion
    • Replies: 0
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    05-20-2013, 02:50 PM Go to last post

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