Hello all. I'm new to raw foods--5 days in.

I'm 23, female and am considered rather crazy for doing this. I was first introduced to the raw food lifestyle when a friend dared me to do the Master Cleanse with her last fall. She dropped out after 4 days, while I continued on for 16. The message board I visited for MC support also had a raw component and I was very interested in what I read, but never quite had the courage to give it a try.

An aquaintence of mine when raw several months ago and after I spoke with her last week and checked out several books she recommended, I decided to go for it. I admit that curiosity is a major motivator; I want to give this my best effort for several months and see what happens to my body--will I feel better, have more energy, lose weight (which I would very much like)?

Like I said, I've been at it for 5 days. So far things have gone well, although I find myself weary of having to prepare food---say what you like about fast food/freezer meals, they were quick and easy. *grin* Unlike many of you, I've never been vegan or vegetarian---I'm jumping straight in from SAD.

I've been lurking on this board for a little over a week and have learned a lot---looking forward to meeting ya'll!



Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 07/31/2007 09:46PM by LynieD.

Hi welcome, Im new also. The switch may be hard so don't give up.