Young and Raw

When you think of raw food, what do you picture in your mind? If you’re imagining gourmet nut-based raw desserts, dehydrated meals, and other time intensive recipes, then it’s understandable why you and many others may have scoffed at the idea of going high raw to better their health. It’s not uncommon to hear excuses like, [...]

Do you think you have to be 100% raw all the time to be a raw foodist or reap the benefits that the raw lifestyle can bring into your life? Or is it possible that a high raw lifestyle might actually be even better for where you’re at in your life right now? When you [...]

Looking for a dairy free, raw vegan alternative to yogurts that you can dress up as fancy parfaits or eat with fresh fruit? Try making your own instead of purchasing the store bought yogurts. I know there are some coconut and almond yogurts on the shelves now but even those contain additives which aren’t necessary [...]

I’ve been craving organic cherries lately but since they aren’t in season it’s been tough to find them. Finally the other day we found some organic frozen cherries at Lifestyles Market in Victoria, BC. Listening to the body’s cravings for real organic food is so key to thriving on the raw vegan lifestyle. With the [...]

Organic Salad of the week! Low Fat, Raw Vegan: loaded with protein, vitamins and minerals that will leave you feeling energized and give you a glowing complexion. This one’s easy, if you want, mix up extra and keep in the fridge for later. Caleb and I have been reducing our fat intake and adding fruit [...]

If you’ve decided to go raw to lose weight, you’ve set yourself up for success. But going raw can be a challenge, so recognize that going raw isn’t a short term weight loss fix, it’s a lifestyle transformation. Lifestyle encompasses all areas of ones life from family, friends, recreation, to values and personal beliefs. A [...]