New To Raw: Hiya.

[PansyLo]

I've been reading about raw foodism for years but have never made a huge effort to try the lifestyle out for myself as it just seems to require so much time and effort.

I'm already vegan and gluten free so I'm no stranger to unconventional diets and I own a raw cookbook which I use for ideas but don't have the equipment/ingredients to make 80% of it.

I have a bit more time on my hands right now though and would like to find an easier way to begin eating 100% raw.

I'd like to try eating 100% raw as I'm the sort of person who always has some sort of minor illness. I always have the cold/flu/chest infections. I've suffered from severe mental health problems for years. I'd be interested to see if changing my diet helped my energy levels, immune system or helped balance my brain. I also love the taste of raw food and love all the things I've tried.

My main hold backs are less food related and more lifestyle related. I barely survive on the money I make and currently borrow money from my parents as I work minimum hours due to health reasons. I also would miss little vices such as drinking/smoking/drugs/fizzy drinks that my current diet allows.

Other than that I'm 21. I live in Scotland. I like art, fashion, literature and personal development.