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Newbie needs feedback

rawfoodgoddess5658rawfoodgoddess5658
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I am newly transitioning to raw foods--80% raw diet. I find that if I have a juice or eat a piece of fruit etc. I get hungry about an hour or two later (it is physical hunger) and I get low blood sugar.

What are low fat/low cal meals & snacks that are satiating, taste good and stick with you for 3-4 hours.

Thanks!

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  • RawKarenRawKaren Raw Newbie

    Too much sweet fruit and sweet juice can play havoc with blood sugar in the early days. You need to transition in a way that is more comfortable and so you can tell more easily what your body needs. Try more greens in your juices, but increase these gradually or you might feel worse initially. The strong greens like watercress, spinach and kale are especially good and are more sustainable from a hunger point of view. Large quantities of lemons and limes are also good. Carry large quantities of bananas for emergency moments, they help to keep you raw.

  • rawfoodgoddess5658rawfoodgoddess5658

    Thanks to everyone for all the feedback. It is so helpful.

    I have CFIDS (chronic fatigue immune dysfunction syndrome) and get low blood sugar--my body is in a very delicate balance. I have been feeling so awful--headachy, weak, brain fog etc. My husband expressed concern yesterday to me because I have been so out of balance and it's been hard for me to think clearly/function.

    What I realize from his feedback and others is that I am transitioning too quickly and not getting enough protein. I ordered my new Vitamix last week (Yay!) but haven't gotten it yet--I think eating the fiber in smoothies will help with my hunger and blood sugar.

    I also need to slow down and will have fruit or a juice or smoothie when I wake up. When I get hungry again, I will have something with protein (eggs, nuts, cheese etc.). I am going to make my goal going 50% raw for now (instead of 80%) and one thing I read said to have 50% at each meal--not the overall day. I'm going to try that too so that my body stays more in balance. I also read that start by adding raw foods--not taking away other foods and over time your body will gravitate to the raw foods more and more.

    I like being in touch with my body and eating when I'm hungry and stopping when I'm full--as a result I don't each very much at one time so my body seems to need more mini meals.

    I have so much to learn and have been feeling very overwhelmed--trying to figure out what a good routine is for my body to transition. I have lots of books to read & this site is fantastic.

    I need to create more balance (as with everything) and trust that I will feel and function better. I feel such a relief that I have some clarity and a plan to move forward with.

    Thank you so much for all the feedback!!!

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