Joan Jackson

Raw Food Pyramid: 9th Level - Nuts and Seeds.

Nuts and Seeds are the first bus stop for new raw foodist. Because of their heaviness, many raw newbies fill up on nut- and seed-full entrays and snacks. Lots of protein and lots of fat.

Many meat-like entrees get their start in Nuts, and definitely the desserts are heavily weighed in the favor or nuts. Seeds are the basis for most of my dehydrated pantry, my breads, crackers, chips and granolas. Nuts and Seeds give variety and texture to the raw food diet.

As a person moves forward with a significantly raw diet, the desire for such heavy grounding entrees and desserts starts to diminish. Once the body has gotten used to the new diet, the mind can begin to recognize what was old habit from what the body is now saying. “I’m okay with less food and lighter food. I don’t need to feel full in order to feel satisfied. I recognize that I’m being fed premium nutrient-rich raw foods, so I don’t need so much any more. And I like it lighter please.”

Have fun with nuts and seeds, no matter where you are on your raw food journey.

And know that soaking most nuts and seeds is necessary to remove the enzyme inhibitors that allow them to be stored indefinitely.

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