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9 years ago

lisa m

Hi La V, Sugar is used in the 1st ferment, then during the 2nd ferment (optional) you can sweeten/flavour it with whatever you want. So you can add fruit & spices instead of refined sugar. So the kombucha should use up the regular sugar during the 1st ferment leaving only the sweetness from the fruit. Of course it's not an exact science (or is it? I'd love to see studies done). How
Forum: Living and Raw Foods Discussion (Vegan)

9 years ago

lisa m

122. Re: Minerals in our raw food

Aw bless ya Gosia, you waited so patiently for answers to this! Agree with Brome, composting toilets are THE FUTURE!
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9 years ago

lisa m

123. Fenugreek sprouts and breast growth eye popping smiley

I just came across some interesting information that fenugreek sprouts stimulate breast growth! Now, that's all very well for me, lol, but I immediately wondered whether it's the same for men? Should I avoid giving them to my boyfriend? Hoping The Sproutarian Man will chime in with his experiences as I know he eats tons of them - if anyone will know the answer he will!
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9 years ago

lisa m

124. Re: Sprouting for beginners

Thanks TSM, you're a real inspiration when it comes to sprouts! Interesting ideas Panchito (maybe you should write that book!) Reminds me of the work of Tony Wright, have you heard of him?
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9 years ago

lisa m

125. Re: Kombucha Tea - yes or no?

Hi Numenor, good question. I personally LOVE kombucha. I love the whole process of making it, waiting patiently for it to ferment, and then of course drinking it A lot of people advise against it though, on account of the ingredients used to make it (sugar and tea). I don't do well on regular tea because of the caffeine, so I make my own alternative - I blogged the receipe here (plus an a
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9 years ago

lisa m

126. Sprouting for beginners

My next newsletter will be going out soon, and it's all about sprouting. Now I know most of you are old hands at this already, but in case there are any newbies out there who would like a few tips, feel free to sign up here (it's free)
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9 years ago

lisa m

127. Re: Wheatgrass - whole or juiced?

ps,yay, worked out how to put an image in my signature!!
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9 years ago

lisa m

128. Re: Wheatgrass - whole or juiced?

Ah, thanks for the reminder about the dreaded slugs Brome! Come to think of it, they were very fond of my wheatgrass when I used to grow it in the greenhouse! I might keep it indoors for now, it's pretty cool all year round here anyway as I'm in Scotland. Plus I do like having the wheatgrass around the house, I've heard it's an excellent air purifier.
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9 years ago

lisa m

129. Wheatgrass - whole or juiced?

Just came across this article about wheatgrass 'myths'. I guess it's a little biased as the company sells wheatgrass powder, but it's interesting info nonetheless. I always wondered whether it was ok to eat wheatgrass whole - now after reading this I think I'll start adding it to smoothies. I might start growing my wheatgrass outside too.
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9 years ago

lisa m

130. Re: New Apple watch

or 4 times a day, if you turn it upside down
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9 years ago

lisa m

131. Raw food in Playa del Carmen Mexico

Hi guys, I went to Playa del Carmen recently and thought I'd share my blog about all the yummy raw food places over there, in case any of you are thinking of a Mexican vacation soon. It's a really gorgeous place Has anyone been? xx
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9 years ago

lisa m

132. Almonds treated with toxic chemicals

Careful where you get your nuts guys "most of the almonds sold in the U.S. have been fumigated with propylene oxide, a chemical that even the CDC has admitted causes cancer" Why can't they just leave our food alone?
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9 years ago

lisa m

133. Re: refreshing facial cleanser

fruit is lovely for skin I like to rub the inside of grapefruit and pineapple skins on my face, so much goodness in there!
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9 years ago

lisa m

134. Re: Breatharianism, Bacteria, and the Original Sin

Here is an interesting development! Apparently somebody who had a faecal implant from an obese donor also became obese soon after.. could it be the microorganisms causing their new host to start to crave junk foods..
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9 years ago

lisa m

135. Re: Staying warm in winter

thanks for the extra tips everyone! Nunativs, ohhhh I wish I could follow the sun! I'm going to Mexico for a couple of weeks soon so that will help a bit, but really I need lifelong sunshine, not just 2 weeks' worth
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9 years ago

lisa m

136. Fruit n nut fudge

Here's a little desert recipe I made the other day, it went down very well with my work colleagues (who all eat a cooked diet) Would be nice for Valentines
Forum: Recipes and Food Preparation

9 years ago

lisa m

137. Staying warm in winter

Don't know about you, but it's pretty chilly here in Scotland right now! Here's a blog I wrote recently with some tips if you're struggling to stay warm on a raw food diet through the winter:
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9 years ago

lisa m

138. Re: Breatharianism, Bacteria, and the Original Sin

Fascinating reading all of the comments, thanks Anon 102, I wasn't saying that I necessarily believe the Bible is true, in fact in the original post I said: "Of course, this all depends on whether or not you believe the accounts of The Bible" Maybe I should have made this clearer. I'm just putting a theory out there, ya know, pondering
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9 years ago

lisa m

139. Re: Breatharianism, Bacteria, and the Original Sin

Hi John, great points, thanks. yes, I've heard that argument about cooked food being the original sin, guess I was just extrapolating a little further Juicing is certainly more do-able, and a lot closer to where I am myself. I have found over the years I am needing to eat a lot less than I used to, especially after undergoing the sungazing process. I still love my juices though. And it real
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9 years ago

lisa m

140. Breatharianism, Bacteria, and the Original Sin

I just wrote this, I'm thinking about publishing it on my blog, but I'm wondering whether it's too 'out there'. What do you guys think? I have been fascinated for many years by the connection with our gut bacteria to our health, and have noticed more and more information appearing that connect physical, mental, and emotional health with the state of our digestive system, and the micro-organism
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9 years ago

lisa m

141. Re: RawTruth Movie on Gaiam Tv

I haven't really seen any movies on there, we like to watch the interviews though. Anything with Regina is usually great.
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9 years ago

lisa m

142. Re: Great source of potentially missing nutrition for low-fat individuals

Tai Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > He cooks his but I use mine > raw (sprouted and dehydrated). We both think the > other is strange for doing so. > > aww that's so funny I also like to sprout and ferment them. I make them into a kind of porridge with fruit. I bet the nutritional value shoots to the sky after fermentation, not to
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9 years ago

lisa m

143. Re: RawTruth Movie on Gaiam Tv

Thanks for this - we subscribe to Gaiam TV and it's well worth every penny. Particularly love Regina Meredith's interviews. I'll check this movie out, cheers!
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9 years ago

lisa m

144. Re: can raw foods heal my mental illness?

Hi rasIndi, sorry to hear of your issues. I can only speak from my own experience: while I have never suffered from psychosis, I can definitely say that raw foods have helped my mental/emotional health enormously. The difference in how I feel on raw foods is astounding compared to how I used to feel on a 'standard' diet. I think it has a lot to do with the elimination of processed foods from
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9 years ago

lisa m

145. Re: Raw places / juice bars in Playa del Carmen?

Bump
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9 years ago

lisa m

146. Re: How much food do you have in storage in case of infrastucter breakdown?

Coconut cream, what is that? Suez, thanks, good idea. I have an EVA filter bit smaller but I guess I could use river water etc in that, in a pinch.
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9 years ago

lisa m

147. Gut bacteria and digestive health

This is a great talk on digestive health: Well worth a watch if you suffer from digestive problems, allergies, or immune issues. IMO the best way to get probiotics is from fermented foods and drinks
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9 years ago

lisa m

148. Re: How much food do you have in storage in case of infrastucter breakdown?

The Sproutarian Man Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > I have food > and water covered. How do you have water covered TSM? I have a few bulk bags of seeds, but if the water supply stopped I wouldn't be able to sprout them... hmmmm...
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9 years ago

lisa m

149. Re: Guys I think we are it

I also have posted here since 2003 This forum has always been here while other forums came and went. I often come across my own old posts while searching for something too, it's a funny blast from a past me! I think I'm a bit older and wiser now, calmer and more balanced than I used to be. I often wish that I knew then what I know now... but what would be the fun in that?
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9 years ago

lisa m

150. Jim Carrey as The Juiceman - so funny spinning smiley sticking its tongue out

This video just never gets old, it never fails to make me laugh! I'm sure a lot of you have seen it already, but just in case anyone hasn't
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