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  • If you had dental, or could afford it, I would suggest seeing a dentist. For mouth soars such as cancker soars I've found a rinse of hydrogen peroxide to work wonders. If the swelling doesn't go down in a few days (or gets worse) I would "bite the b…
  • Though many people have some degree of reaction to dairy, if it didn't bother you before, I would doubt the randon animal products are suddenly causing a fever. I would guess your immune sysem is just doing what it should.
    in High Fevers Comment by sisterbecky
  • "Before I went raw, on reading all the books and reports I formed very high expectations that I will have absolutely no kind of sickness if I go raw." Yes, I read those too:-) All I can conclude now, is that that isn't common, or over exaggerated. M…
    in High Fevers Comment by sisterbecky
  • FruitNoms, One can choose to be vegan, and not need to really justify it. I know people ask questions, but you are not obligated to give a big answer. You can always just say it's a personal thing. I personally do not "promote" vegetarianism, though…
  • Fruit Noms, I believe the justification for veganism (or vegetarianism) that our closest relatives (chimps) are vegetarian doesn't really hold water scientifically. Same for the claim that ancient humans where too. There are still ethical, religious…
  • Here you go: http://www.carbs-information.com/glycemic-index-fruit/banana-gi-value.htm
    in Bananas Comment by sisterbecky
  • I would agree that what works for some people, doesn't always work as good for others where diet is concerned (to a point). As someone mentioned, you could try the fruit and greens, not much added fat for a while and see how you feel. It is true tha…
  • Gabrielle1, I can eat steamed veggies, or a baked sweet potatoe with a big salad of greens and fruit. I have not had a problem combining cooked and raw. IMO, many times the problem is that when people "fall off the wagon" as far as raw goes, they ma…
    in Good Digestion Comment by sisterbecky
  • To me- if you feel bloated and nasty digestion isn't good. Gabriel 1- I know you don't want to "steal" this thread, but I think your question is good, and maybe it will start some good discussion that might help Kitty too. So, here's my opinion (I b…
    in Good Digestion Comment by sisterbecky
  • Some people who can't tolerate wheat and do okay with barley, millet, spelt (those three are in ezekiel bread?) and also rye. Making bread from those might work for you?
    in Essene bread? Comment by sisterbecky
  • Vitamin D is also a possible problem for some vegans. We get D from the sun, and also egg yokes (not vegan). Sun is not as much of an option for some of us because of where we live. So, if you don't get out in the sun a lot, or eat eggs, I would con…
  • That a girl! If you are enjoying it (and it's setting well with you healthwise) don't worry. Your still getting your fruit in too:-)
  • Sweet, Completely relying on fruit only is very dangerous. Those following the high fruit/low fat raw still eat greens, possibly other veggies, and you can still have some seeds or nuts. Just try to keep your fat to around 10% of your calories. True…
  • Dancing barefoot said: "I feel like Sweet really really wants to eat it and it makes such a difference in her being happy or not, and so many people tell her to stop eating it? Why?" I didn't mean she shouldn't eat the buckwheat. She just seems to b…
  • "People say not to mix fruit and nuts why?" Some people do not digest fruit and nuts at the same time well. As far as food combining idea- it's not a good idea. But, that doesn't mean that you will have a problem with it. I can combine fruit and nut…
  • My guess- either you are not getting enough calories or you are missing some nutrient. All the suggestions sound good- try eating more fruit and greens. Or have some nuts and seeds. You shouldn't gorge yourself on fat, but don't be fearful of some a…
  • Have you asked your doctor? It may not be just cosmetically. I don't mean you have a serious disease, but it may be something your doctor knows about. I know many people are afraid to ask their doctor, for fear they will want to put them on medicine…
    in Bulging veins? Comment by sisterbecky
  • Dorothy, I want to preface my suggestions by saying I'm not a big fan of fasting, and I also eat high raw (not 100% anymore). Those things may influence my advice, so I just want to be honest about it. Okay, my opinion then: I would focus on eating …
  • From info (including kurite's link) I've seen it can be a problem in extreme cases. IF switching to raw "cold turkey" gives you digestive distress, I'm guessing that yes, your defeating the purpose if you are losing everything down the toilet. I'm o…
  • With your serious health issues, I don't think going "cold turkey" raw would be a good idea. How is your diet? What do you eat. If you eat mostly processed food, start to slowly transition to healthier food. A nice big fruit salad for breakfast is m…
  • If your son is vegan after he quites breastfeeding- definately start him on a B-12 supplement as Rawmamanibbles said. Some B-12 deficiencies in children, such as neurological problems, can be irreversible.
  • Try crumbled up newspapers and leave them in your dehydrator for a few days (not turned on of course). This works for getting nasty smells out of old fridges, so it might work for a dehyrdrator.
  • I love kale, but for some reason it only sits well in my stomach when I have it with added fat (olive oil dressing and maybe avacado). I don't care for it in smoothies, so I don't have a suggestion on that. As far as what it tastes like, I don't kno…
    in Getting fat Comment by sisterbecky
  • Yes, add those greens as Superfood is suggesting! Greens have a lot of the minerals that you can't get from the fruit. Also, note that there is a difference between living and thriving. People who have survived concentration camps with lack of prope…
    in Getting fat Comment by sisterbecky
  • Sweet, Don't think I'm suggesting you not eat fruit. Just don't restrict yourself to only (or almost only) fruit. There are tons of different styles of greens. Mixing different greens with different veggies or fruit gives you endless salad options. …
    in Getting fat Comment by sisterbecky
  • Suggesting someone look at not just the pros, but also criticisms of fruitarianism is not meant as anti-vegan. And not spreading fear of fruit. If someone chooses to eat only fruit, or mostly fruit, that is their business. But Sweet did ask for our …
    in Getting fat Comment by sisterbecky
  • Sweet, Long term fruitarianism can lead to digestive issues, mineral deficienies and just plain "failure to thrive." If you are truly interested in it, I would recommend this personal critic of it by one of the contributors of "Beyond Vegetarianism"…
    in Getting fat Comment by sisterbecky
  • Fruitarian long term can be very dangerous. Please reconcider doing that long term.
    in Getting fat Comment by sisterbecky
  • Rawpretzela, Hmmm...I may get pounded (verbally of course:-) for being honest- but oh well. Here goes. Fruits good (ino). Lots of vitamins and such. I did the high fruit/low fat for a while. I felt good, but felt hungry how ever much fruit I ate (an…
    in Getting fat Comment by sisterbecky
  • Are you pretty much eating only fruit (and a small amount of nuts)? If so, try some greens and other veggies.
    in Getting fat Comment by sisterbecky