Raw Michelle

A study published in the "BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine" journal showed that raw diets can help ease the symptoms of fibromyalgia syndrome. People who followed a vegetarian raw diet experienced less pain, better sleep and less fatigue, the researchers found... Read Full Story

Breast cancer is a diagnosis that can change the world of a woman, and based on the statistics of breast cancer diagnosis, it can be assumed that everyone has a mother, sister or close friend that has been touched by breast cancer in their lifetime. With so much media attention toward early detection, it can be beneficial to also consider the theories of prevention, for which many scientific studies have revealed that raw food diets do have a relationship with lower risks of breast cancer... Read Full Story

The following information is for education only and is not meant to diagnose, prescribe, or treat illness. It is valuable to seek the advice of an alternative health care professional before making any changes. The statements below have not been evaluated by the FDA (or your country's equivalent). Any products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. There are only so many salad recipes that one can stomach before wanting some sort of diversion from the... Read Full Story

Scientists at the Rain Forest Research Institute in India published a large-scale review that covers dietary-fiber related scientific studies conducted over the last 20 years. The science team reveals links between low fiber intake and prevailing health problems today, proposing a shift in focus from unhealthy fast foods to healthy, fiber-rich foods that can readily consumed. Read Full Story

It is safe to say that raw zucchini chips are the ultimate comfort food. Reminiscent of their not-so-healthy cousins, the potato chips, in terms of crunchiness and flavor, zucchini chips are light, healthful and can easily be consumed at any time of the day as a snack or part of a main meal. I love to snack on these in the morning, before going to work, alongside my usual green smoothie. Read Full Story

Advertisements for hair products plague our televisions and reading materials so it is very apparent that we care about our hair. However prior to applying over-the-counter hair products, it is very possible to boost the appearance of hair with just a few dietary adjustments. This article will offer some ingredients that contribute to the overall luster of hair, as well as break down the vitamins and nutrients that one should seek fortifying within a meal to have a direct affect on hair... Read Full Story

Part of Russell James' exciting collection of booklets to assist aspiring raw chefs in the kitchen, No Dehydrator Needed includes over a dozen delicious raw recipes that can be prepared quickly and without the use of any dehydrated products. I was immediately drawn to the idea of putting together a raw cookbook with quick recipes, since many voices within and outside the raw community are critical of the amount of time it takes to prepare raw foods, with all the dehydrating and soaking... Read Full Story

Scientists from Germany, the US, and three other countries worked together in a study that compared the levels of plasma B-carotene among people on a raw diet and those on a standard diet. Since carotenoids are essential in the prevention of numerous chronic diseases, scientists were trying to figure out whether a raw diet can be key to disease prevention... Read Full Story

Surprisingly, a diet has a very strong effect on how skin ages. Numerous raw food enthusiasts swear by the fact that the consumption of raw foods is the only factor in their incredibly youthful appearance. Oprah recently interviewed a woman who literally looked 25 years younger than her age. Her commitment to raw food dieting is what she attributed to her appearance... Read Full Story

New study from the Hutchinson Cancer Research Center reveals that healthy snacks can support weight loss by regulating metabolism and keeping hunger away until the next substantial meal. Read Full Story