List of Raw FoodsIt’s safe to say we can all think of some raw foods, perhaps a great number, but having a list of raw foods with nutritional information listed that you can print and keep on hand can be a valuable tool. We’ve broken out the list of raw foods into individual food groups to make it easier to view and print if you decide to.
Another reason to eat a variety of raw foods is that many plants contain compounds designed to deter animals/people from over eating and thus preserving the plant so it can continue to grow, go to seed and multiply. By eating a wide variety of raw foods we do not over consume any one plant and the natural defense mechanisms it may contain. Two of these compounds that seem to be of most concern are goitrogens and oxalic acid. Goitrogens can interfere with thyroid function, and oxalic acid can interfere with calcium absorption. For more information and to see a list of foods containing goitrogens go to the link below. For more information and to see a list of foods containing oxalic acid go to the link below. It’s not necessary or desirable to avoid all foods containing small amounts of toxins, as they also have lots of valuable nutrients for us. What is important is balance and not over-relying on one particular source for extended time periods. So go out and enjoy the full bounty of delicious raw foods that the earth and heavens have provided for us. Please click on the links for the list you would like to view.
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