Monday, 18 July 2011

  • Raw Food Cheese

    Hey conscious eaters,

    This week, I’m bringing you a short review that I wrote, on a lovely cooking booklet with appetizing varieties of raw nut cheese recipes, signed by UK Raw Chef Russell James.

    I loved the idea of being able to make cheese out of raw nuts, something I wouldn’t have imagined possible a few years ago, and by the time I finished reading the third recipe, my mouth was watering and I was already planning on whipping up my own raw nut cheese. Luckily, as I pointed out in my review, the preparation process is fairly easy and you only need a few materials to make nut cheese.

    And, boy, do these recipes sound delicious! Just imagining caraway, fennel and olive cheese, macadamia mozzarella, or olive and sun-dried tomato cheese is enough to tempt any cheese lover.

    The Raw Chef explains everything in great detail in this little cooking book, which is great news, especially for raw rookies! Enjoy an intro that describes the fundamentals of raw foodism and the amazing benefits of enzymes. Not only is raw nut cheese delightful, but also very healthy. Macadamia nuts hold the record for the highest content of healthy monounsaturated fats of any known nuts.

    They also contain significant amounts of calcium, phosphorus, selenium, iron, potassium, thiamine and riboflavin. Cashews are also rich in healthy fats and protein, which makes nut cheese an excellent replacement for regular milk cheese, which contains a lot of saturated animal fats that do not benefit our health.

    Moreover, the key to making savory nut cheese lies in the probiotic powders that are used to ferment the delicate cashew or macadamia paste, which makes the basis of most cheeses. These are healthful microroganisms that actively work in the gut by easing digestion and fortifying immunity. If you’re curious for more on how to make raw cheese, check out my full review and resource list here: http://rawfoodhealthwatch.com/raw-nut-cheese/

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Tuesday, 28 June 2011

  • Middle Eastern Raw Sesame Seed Tahini Salad Dip

    tahiniwithcreditTahini is a very nourishing Middle Eastern kitchen staple - and is great for people that push to stay with a raw food diet. Produced out of sesame seeds, tahini is an excellent source of calcium, complete protein, vitamins B (for your brain) and E (for your skin cells), and is an outstanding supply of healthy fats.

    Sesame seeds are additionally a excellent source of the amino acid Methionine, which is a crucial assistant to liver cleansing and helps with the assimilation of various other vital amino acids. Even though the calorie volume of tahini is to some extent elevated as a result of the richness of oil in the sesame seeds, the good news is that the vast majority of fats in tahini are unsaturated instead of saturated. In this specific appetizing Middle Eastern dip, you'll additionally reap the benefits of further components like garlic (exceptional for the immune system), lemon (vitamin C), soya low fat yogurt (some more protein), and extra virgin olive oil (yet an extra source of vitamin E to maintain your skin in a wonderful shape).

    The spices found in this dip also give it a really unique Middle Eastern flavor - particularly the powdered cumin, which also serves as an outstanding tonifier for an a sore belly and IBS. The fantastic thing about this salad dip is how it might be employed as a spread (on sun-dried crackers for instance) or as a condiment with chopped veggies -- and stays fresh for up to 2 weeks in food container in the refrigerator.

    For the sake of variation, you can also mix with chopped green peppers, minced aubergine flesh, cut dill or parsley. Also, it requires only minutes to prepare!

    Ingredients:

    • 250g tahini
    • 2 tbs balsamic vinegar
    • 1/3 cup water
    • 1 lemon, squeezed
    • 4 cloves garlic, crushed
    • 150g plain soya yogurt (or extra 1/2 cup of water)
    • 1/2 tsp sea salt
    • 1/2 tsp ground pepper
    • 1/2 tsp cumin powder
    • hot tabasco sauce (few drops)
    • olive oil (a drizzle)
    • parsley stems (garnish)

    Directions:

    1. In a medium bowl, combine tahini, water (gradually), vinegar, and lemon juice. Stir in slowly until texture is smooth.

    2. Add crushed garlic cloves and stir in well. Leave for 10 minutes until flavor seeps in.

    3. Stir in pepper, cumin powder, and salt.

    4. Add soya yogurt, and stir (soya yogurt in this recipe is optional - it can be substituted with an extra 1/2 cup of water in step 1).

    5. Carefully add a few drops of hot tabasco sauce (regular chilli sauce will also do). Stir well until red color is blended.

    6. Drizzle with olive oil, and add some parsley stems to garnish. Serve chilled.

    Want to use this recipe on your website, newsletter, ezine or other publication? Feel free, but be sure to include the following notation: Recipe and photos by Magda Elsehrawi for http://rawfoodhealthwatch.com/.

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Wednesday, 08 June 2011

  • Retrieving The Keys To Wellness And Longer Life Using Raw Foods

    A great article I found that I was given permission to re-publish...

    The following information is for education only and is not meant to diagnose, prescribe, or treat illness. It is valuable to seek the advice of an alternative health care professional before making any changes. The statements below have not been evaluated by the FDA (or your country's equivalent). Any products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

    Human beings are naturally built to consume raw meals, the very same way they have done since prehistoric times before fire was used as a way to assist in food processing. Raw food consumption allows for a deeper link with Mother Nature and all the benefits she may provide in the shape of nutritional vitamins and mineral substances which reinforce our systems and refresh our minds.

    We all know the potential good nutrition has in making us less likely of contracting disease, but can food actually behave as medicine? Could the great compounds in fruits, greens, beans, seeds and sprouts aggressively function to battle ravaging illnesses while restoring health? State of the art research suggests they can! Modern research is perpetually looking at ways by which diet programs can influence life-shattering conditions such as autism, ADHD, dementia, diabetes, thyroid illness and many more.

    Our bodies are really efficient machines which constantly function to remove harmful chemicals and renew themselves, nonetheless sometimes our bodies need to be assisted to do the job effortlessly, more quickly and more efficiently. It has been a known fact ever since ancient times that refraining from copious meals (that is, dishes large in fat and carbs, but nutritionally poor) can help the human body in ways which are obvious with the naked eye.

    Hippocrates, who is thought of as the father of modern medical science, uttered, more than 2000 years ago (earlier than humankind had the superior technological innovation to study the human body), something which could appear as common sense to anyone: "Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food!" Clearly, to him, nutrition has obvious medical purposes meaning that it could impact and adjust how we feel and appear on the inside, and it can give us the weapons we must have to naturally reverse illnesses.

    Occasional fasting has documented healing attributes that have made it a staple in all major world religions. Uncooked meals are highly recommended through fasting, for their essential nutrient qualities and diminished stress on digestive processes. When you are fasting, your body is introduced to a less stressing diet plan that enables it to heal and regenerate at a swifter pace. In reality, the benefits of a restrictive diet regime are scientifically established to boost the internal environment and support cardiovascular well-being, greater cellular regeneration and all round longevity. Without the load of extreme body-weight and heavy digestion, the human body is eventually permitted to recover on its own naturally.

    The food items which are put into our bodies can influence our well-being even before we enter this world. Parents having flawed cells, coming either from toxins or unsuitable eating habits, among various other things, may pass along unhealthy genes. Moreover, considering how fetuses are provided what their mothers consume, it's possible for a mom to unwillingly ingest food items which are detrimental to her fetus's wellness. Young children whose mothers haven't eaten foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids and other crucial macro and micro nutrients possess a larger chance of mental retardation, physical problems or overall ill health.

    Raw nuts and seeds are an excellent source of nutritious fats that aid neural development. Diet is additionally important in strengthening the baby's immunity and preparing the youngster for the outside world.

    Does this imply parents with poor health are occasionally at fault for giving youngsters a rough start? Although a lot of probable risks can be relieved by adjusting the mother's diet plan in the course of the pregnancy and during breastfeeding, many illnesses carry a robust hereditary attribute as well. A great number of questions could be asked regarding the ways by which food products might change the value of our lives, shape our wellness and even help us to increase life expectancy. This article here is a great resource regarding the topics we've discussed so far, stressing on the therapeutic aspect of our everyday meals.

Monday, 30 May 2011

  • My Thoughts On Diabetes And Disease

    I hate debates, but I find myself in one time and again. I wrote a newsletter for a local organic food deliver company yesterday and discussed (as requested by the business owner) a "walk for diabetes" which is a fundraiser to find a cure for Type 1 diabetes. I followed with a paragraph on my own personal beliefs. I explained that they were just beliefs and nothing more... but 2 subscribers (both are parents of a child with Type 1) felt the need to educate me on Type 1 diabetes and suggest that it was ridiculous to think it can be cured by lifestyle. These same people, it turns out, are the ones that asked the owner of the comapny to discuss the walk and link to their daughter's fund raising campaign... so they do believe there is a cure, they just believe (it appears) that it is not a natural one.

    I just wanted to share my response (see below). Hate me if you want. but everyone is entitled to their opinion still right, or has that changed?

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    With all due respect, that doesn't change what I believe.

    I think that if the body can reverse disease in a very short time then it stands to reason that it can create disease in a very short time.

    Also, if Type 2 can turn into Type 1 then those that have been diagnosed with Type 1 but never Type 2 perhaps just didn't know, perhaps it accelerated too fast.

    Additionally, the body is in a constant battle to correct itself, to achieve balance, and whatever the particulars of Type 1 are, perhaps the balance can be achieved when given the right "tools". If people are holding on to the belief that there might be a cure, hence the fund raising that goes on, then providing the right tools can be it. Why can't it be something natural? Why can't something natural "re-program" the cells in our body? I see it all the time, people are adamant there is no cure, dismiss natural approaches, but still campaign to get funds to find a cure. It boggles my mind.

    That's my belief, it won't change regardless of how deep anyone wants to take me into the specifics of Type 1 diabetes or any disease. I'm not looking to change anyone else's belief, but I will never stop sharing my thoughts and opinions. I will also never state them as facts and portray them as though they are true, because I really don't know one way or another.

    It still baffles me that a sufferer would not change their diet just to see. What's to lose really? It's not going to make it worse. I think if a person is constantly thinking that a cure is around the corner, a cure will always be around the corner.

    Either way, the world goes around, sickness (and anything else given enough creativity) is residually profitable. Cures are usually only profitable just one time.

    I'll close by saying that whatever you believe is true is true, so I think it is arrogant to try to change someone's beliefs, especially when their beliefs point towards a positive outcome. My belief, in this situation, isn't dangerous. I would never attempt this with my child without supervision from a professional and I would never ignore the need to give insulin. However, I would TRY it, because I know I would have NOTHING to lose and SO MUCH to gain.

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Saturday, 21 May 2011

  • The Way That Eating Chia Seeds Are Able To Help Health

    Everyone has viewed the Chia Pet advertisements that involve the usage of chia seeds to construct one of a kind living clay animals or people. The thing that a lot of people fail to see is always that chia seeds are not only for cute chia bushes, they could also be incorporated into your diet and have a good number of attainable health gains. Even as the majority of people overlook how these seeds may be used in this way, they have a history of being used for longevity practices and currently they are a staple for individuals who are planning to have a diet as raw and beneficial as they can.

    Possible Health Advantages

    Chia seeds usually are an incredible supplement to the human food plan as they contain high amounts of protein and will be effortlessly processed. Numerous sports enthusiasts and athletes can eat them because they assist with the regeneration of muscular tissue.

    Straight after hearing the opinion of a competent therapist, they can potentially also be consumed during pregnancy and lactation to aid the proliferation and improvement of muscles. These seeds are also a good compliment to your diet plan as they provide a great supply of Omega-3 fatty acids, which represents a "good" sort of fat that may be acknowledged to assist the human body incorporate vitamins and minerals and may even alleviate aching for the ones who suffer from bone disorders.

    Chia seeds are very easy to incorporate into the eating regimen. They can easily be ingested each day by adding them to cereals, breads made from chia, salads, and perhaps on yogurt in place of granola. A chia gel can be made as well drenching the seeds in water. The seeds can absorb up to ten fold their weight in fluid and can turn into a gel which can be added onto food products without altering the taste in an unfavorable way. Chia gel may be added beautifully in food recipes that contain eggs. Go with only 1/4 cup of soaked seeds as an alternative to one egg.

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