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From what you've written, it sounds like you may be over doing it with the fats - sunflower butter, nuts, seeds, etc. (Yes they are natural sources, but they are still fats). So firstly, I would...

I can testify to that - I use an Omega and it's a great juicer. Like MysticTree says, you want to be using your Vita-Mix for smoothies, as it's not really designed to extract fruit & vegetable...

When the weather is as beautiful as it has been where I live recently, I do loads of cycling! :D In terms of foods to eat, I always find with any type of long distance exercise that mono-fruit diets...

Yes raw organic honey (especially Manuka) has endless benefits due to its powerful antibacterial qualities. I haven't tried it myself, but I've heard from many people who have used raw organic...

Soaking nuts and seeds is incredibly beneficial to do before consuming, not only as it eases digestion (a lot), but it also powerfully activates the enzymes, allowing them to be utilized much more...

Juicing is great for any type of health issue. But specifically for healing your lungs from smoking damage, I would suggest eating lots of organic leafy greens, fresh herbs... Along with practicing...

Indeed, your father is very wise even for just considering this route. I agree as well - smoothies are fantastic for regeneration - Banana & spinach is my all time favourite as it's so simple, yet...

When it comes to dealing with any type of disease, juicing is key in my opinion to flush the cells of toxic matter and regenerate them with life energy. So, if you have not got one already, buy a...

How could I forget to mention such a fruit?! :)

Man, I sure know what you mean there! Haha! Try to move past that feeling though - I know there is TONS of conflicting information on raw foods out there, but I've learned through my own experience...

Dude, first of all get a juicer if you don't already have one. For acne, hit the cucumber, celery and grape juices HARD :D This will give your lymphatic system a good flush out, clearing out...

Try the 'Lemon Ginger Blast' --

Apples (3-4)
Celery
Lemon
Ginger
Cucumber
Parsley

This is what I drink for breakfast when I have time to make it... Give it a shot! :D

Very wise words, and absolutely vital when it comes to changing your diet. Transitioning to raw from the SAD diet can be incredibly challenging for many people who do this, it certainly takes a lot...

Tesco sell Organic kale when it's in season I think, if not, try your local market! :)

The 'Elixir' I swear by for breakfast (whenever I have the time to make it) is the 'lemon ginger blast' juice drink -- Apples, celery, lemon, ginger, parsley, cucumber... Otherwise I'll just crack...

Budget raw salad - Iceberg lettuce, spinach, carrots, tomatoes, avocado... Chop it all up, add some freshly squeezed orange juice for dressing and mix it all together! There you have it, a budget raw...

A 3 day juice fast is a fantastic regeneration window for your body, especially if you want to lose weight. I would recommend making 3 big juices each day (morning, lunch & dinner) using whatever...

YES!!! :D I knew it was only gonna be a matter of time before someone posted a thread on this dude! Gotta love Dan The Man! He is THE BEST raw food teacher I have ever come across... To be honest, I...

Most likely caused by stress. Take more time out for yourself and relax! Look up EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) on Google or YouTube. As far as food is concerned, eat LOTS of fruit, especially...

Always eat watermelons on an empty stomach, i.e. in the mornings, and eat it alone (not combined or before/after with other foods). This may be one of the reasons it wasn't sitting well with you,...

I use an Omega juicer, and I still strain the juice to make sure there is absolute minimal fibre... Sure it takes a bit more time, but I don't mind, even when I've done juice fasting in the past. I...

Seconded! Fantastic tool for releasing low, negative blocked energies. Search for it in Google, and you can download a free pdf somewhere I think with all the basics/essentials of how to practice the...

Going raw will benefit you in many ways. I have some suggestions (particularly with regards to your headaches)...

1) First off, and most importantly -- Drink PLENTY of water.
2) Cut out, or at...

Water quality may be an issue, get a filter when you can to rule this out as a possible cause. However, as has been mentioned above, this sounds like more of an issue with your internal organs...

I still use my mum's old blender for smoothies and it still does a great job! Ghetto blenders ftw! lol :)