Natural medicine practitioners say including at least one raw-food meal a day can be beneficial, as uncooked foods retain their natural nutrients and enzymes.
They suggest choosing fresh fruits such as apple, banana, mango, papaya, orange, grapes and watermelon, along with vegetables like carrot, cucumber, tomato, beetroot, cabbage, greens and lettuce.
Sprouted green gram and chickpeas, nuts such as almonds, walnuts and peanuts, and seeds including sunflower and flax can also be eaten directly. Coconut and tender coconut water are listed as raw options that do not require cooking or processing.
According to practitioners, a raw-food meal may help boost energy, support the body’s detox process, maintain alkaline balance and give the digestive system some rest. They add that cooking can reduce nutrients like vitamin C and folate.
They also claim raw foods can support liver and kidney function, help with weight control due to lower calories and quicker satiety, and improve skin health and overall vitality. However, people with low digestive capacity, pregnant women and senior citizens are advised to consult a doctor before switching to a raw-diet routine.
