The Complete Idiot''s Guide to Eating Raw

More people than ever are turning to a raw food diet. In this guide, readers will find the secrets to raw food weight loss; how raw foods can heal the body and boost energy and enthusiasm; information on the anti-aging properties of raw food; and 100+ recipes that show how raw foods can be combined into delectable meals. - Fully explains the benefits of this increasingly popular diet choice, plus presents a mini cookbook that gets readers started on their new regimen- Recently published studies indicate that rheumatoid and fibromyalgia patients -- who number in the millions -- can benefit from an uncooked vegan diet rich in antioxidants, lactobacilli, and fiber- The Raw Spirit Festival, October 12-14, 2007, in Sedona, Arizona, is expected to raise awareness of the benefits of raw foods, with attendees including Elizabeth Kucinich, Woody Harrelson, and Alicia Silverstone Cover Page 2 Title Page 4 Copyright Page 5 Contents 6 Foreword 20 Introduction 22 Part One: Raw Foods Illuminated 26 Chapter One: Raw Benefits 28 Chapter Two: Myth Busters 36 Chapter Three: Going Green with Raw Cuisine 44 Chapter Four: Ancient Foods, Superfoods, and the Future of Food 52 Chapter Five: The Perfect Pantry 62 Chapter Six: Tools of the Trade 76 Part Two: Raw Techniques 84 Chapter Seven: Preparation Basics 86 Chapter Eight: Soaking and Sprouting 96 Chapter Nine: Advanced Techniques 108 Part Three: Recipes on the Light Side 120 Chapter Ten: Appetizers and Spreads 122 Chapter Eleven: Salads and Dressings 138 Chapter Twelve: Sublime Sauces and Toppings 158 Chapter Thirteen: Sumptuous Soups 172 Chapter Fourteen: Nut Milks and Cheeses 182 Chapter Fifteen: Bountiful Beverages 194 Part Four: Hearty Fare 210 Chapter Sixteen: Unbeatable Breakfasts 212 Chapter Seventeen: Filling Wraps and Sandwiches 224 Chapter Eighteen: Pizzas, Crackers, and Breads 236 Chapter Nineteen: Delicious Main Dishes 250 Chapter Twenty: Puddings, Pies, and Parfaits 268 Chapter Twenty-One: Cakes, Cookies, and Energy Bars 280 Part Five: Raw Transitions 292 Chapter Twenty-Two: A Day in the Life 294 Chapter Twenty-Three: Fasts and Cleanses 302 Chapter Twenty-Four: Four-Week Raw Success Program 310 Appendixes 318 A: Glossary 318 B: Further Resources 326 Index 336 A raw food diet is a purely healthy diet. More people than ever are turning to a raw food diet. In this guide, readers will find the secrets to raw food weight loss; how raw foods can heal the body and boost energy and enthusiasm; information on the anti-aging properties of raw food; and 100+ recipes that show how raw foods can be combined into delectable meals.* Fully explains the benefits of this increasingly popular diet choice, plus presents a mini cookbook that gets readers started on their new regimen* Recently published studies indicate that rheumatoid and fibromyalgia patients-who number in the millions-can benefit from an uncooked vegan diet rich in antioxidants, lactobacilli, and fiber Covers the practice of eating raw foods and the benefits of including a raw meal in your diet and just how easy it can be. Details the benefits, including weight loss, improved health, and increased energy