starting to go raw..any suggestions or helps?

Melissa5

Hello All! I am just starting on my path to raw. I may be insulin resistant and feel that this life change wont be bad. I am 5’6” and about 170—I hate my body size and need to get the extra pounds off! How much do you all exercise—that is my greatest challenge as I paint, teach art and run after our three children and pets! Any pitfalls to be aware of? Any helps for a better transition? I have a wicked wicked sweet tooththat is going to be my greates challenge! ANY SUGGESTIONS APPRECITED :o)!!!!

namadetaberu

My first response is to go slow. Don’t expect too much from yourself. I have two children, a career, lots of extra activities, home, dog, the list goes on and on….
I first began in about October and signed up here in November. My suggestion is to use your blender – don’t go out and purchase everything at once. See where you can go with what you have in your kitchen. I started with juice and smoothies.
Most Raw Foodist’s tell you not to go 100% raw immediately. It can be very intense. Most recommend going 80% and then work your way up.
And everyone makes mistakes – don’t be hard on yourself and read READ READ!! Not just here, go on sights – read books – etc and make your own mind up on what is right and wrong. Be smart about your body and your level of raw-ness. Good Luck!