Hello everyone,

I just wanted to introduce myself. I came across this website and took the time to read the boards and was ecstatic to find grounded and intelligent people to talk Raw with! I’ve already learned so much just from reading all the informative posts. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!

I’ve only been Raw 19 days but I LOVE it! I am definitely changed for life. I was vegetarian for 6 years and never felt this good. And the spiritual aspects are unparallel with anything else I’ve encountered. I decided to go raw because I took a long vacation and indulged in lots of rich foods. When I came back I felt really sluggish and tired. So, I decided to go cold turkey and by the third day I was convinced that this was the lifestyle for me. Reading has helped a lot in my motivation. I’ve been pouring over living lifestyle books and the internet scouring for information and have been delighted to learn more about my body and the new ways to nourish it: Sprouts and seaweed anyone? LOL Fortunately, I have not encountered any of the detox symptoms often spoken about so I’m having no trouble staying on the diet.

I’m looking forward to getting to know everyone.
Sending you all thoughts of love and renewed vitality!

J.R.

Jen Rose

"You must first unlearn the lies, and then you will have room for the truth"

Jen,

Welcome to the raw diet! You are certainly in for quite an adventure. I wouldn't worry about the detox though, it will come when your body has built up an energy reserve so that it can do its housekeeping.

Awesome! I've been vegan like 2 or 3 years and learning about raw the last few months, maybe half a year. It's been pretty awesome.
Welcome!

Thank you!

You'll get lots of great support from myself and all the wonderful folks on this board! Welcome - and power to you.

-David Mason

Welcome Jen.