Greetings all! I am just beginning my raw food journey…and I have a major hurdle to figure out before this undertaking can be successful.
22 years ago, at 18 years of age, I became allergic to sub-acidic fruit (apples, pears, peaches, etc) and nuts. Nuts I can overcome by soaking, but fruit? how do you overcome this situation? Note: This allergy started after my first ever spring hay fever attack.
The main reasons I am undertaking a raw diet is to: - Rid my body of Psoriasis - Start feeling fantastic - Lose a little weight
Any help you can provide would be very appreciated.
Thanks, Mark
Comments
Thanks for all the informative responses. I am only allergic to nuts and sub-acidic fruit, so oranges, tomatoes, mellons, etc are A-OK. Still, it is going to be a challenge.
very sorry to hear of your troubles.
often, when new to raw, we come in mineral deficient. and that’s going to make you feel like you’re “alergic to everything” until you clear it up. not so difficult, however, on raw. dark green leafy veggies are great mineral sources. (the kale suggestion was right on the money, and bananas are rich in potassium, so two bonus points for writeeternity!)
richest mineral source: sea veggies (kelp, dulse, nori, etc.) also try celery!! you may juice and make celery/apple, celery/pear, etc. whatever floats your boat. but you will definately feel better once you remineralize.
(oh! another bonus point for writeeternity!!)