sheldonkreger Posted December 1, 2011 Share Posted December 1, 2011 I get cold limbs regardless of my diet. Sometimes this can indicate glandular problems - thyroid - but this is not the case for me. My blood tests all came back excellent. What I recommend is adding more fat - coconut or hemp oil in particular. I eat so much coconut/hemp oil it is outrageous. This will create a balanced intake of omega 6, 3, and 9. Although, you need to pay special attention to extra omega 3. A balanced fat and omega intake will really help you combat inflammation from heavy training. My recovery has improved dramatically as a result of hemp oil. -sheldon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emvoneuw Posted December 1, 2011 Share Posted December 1, 2011 I agree with Sheldon =) I'm in the market for a good raw falafel recipe, sans dehydrator. I found this one (http://www.rawmazing.com/falafels-the-raw-food-way/) so I'm going to shop for it today. Any other ideas? I prefer a standard garbanzo base with the traditional spices. Zesty topping sauces would be most appreciated, especially green ones. Mmmmm, falafel! Baby Herc Here's a recipe that DOES use a dehydrator, and it's a bit fancy... but it looks INCREDIBLE. I'll be making it one of these days as a special treat =) http://therawchef.com/therawchefblog/falafel-hummus-wrap-with-mediterranean-%E2%80%9Croasted%E2%80%9D-vegetables I think as long as you don't mind that they won't be a little crispy on the outside and more flavorful, then just make the recipe but... don't dehydrate!I'd pair them with a raw tzatziki recipe. Mmm! I found one that doesn't use a dehydrator. They're in the shape of burgers... but obviously just shape them into balls and you're gold. http://soundlyvegan.com/2010/10/11/raw-falafel-with-a-dilled-tzatziki-sauce/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baby Hercules Posted December 1, 2011 Author Share Posted December 1, 2011 Thanks, Em. I was hoping for a good tzatziki. Garbanzos soaking as we speak.... Baby Herc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emvoneuw Posted December 1, 2011 Share Posted December 1, 2011 Nice! I hope it's yummy =) Let me know, because I think I'll try it myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAR Posted December 2, 2011 Share Posted December 2, 2011 Hey Em,Just checked out your blog! Recipes look yummy!!! Definitely going to be trying them. As I'm sitting here sippin on my green smoothie I see a link "raw food face masks" I thought uhn... I have a "homemade mask" on right now... Checked out the link and sure enough you had raw honey on there, sweet thats whats on my face lol! Anyways love your blog! Thanks for sharing SeaSiren - wow are you a fitness competitor? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emvoneuw Posted December 2, 2011 Share Posted December 2, 2011 thanks SAR! That makes me really happy! I started the blog not too long ago, because I want to share the information I've learned with others, and it feels great when I know I'm doing that. I actually logged on to post this recipe for everyone: http://rawfoodlove.blogspot.com/2011/12/warming-sweet-corn-garlic-tomato-soup.htmlIt's for a DELICIOUS raw soup that warms you right up. OMG IT IS YUMMY. Everybody make it! Perfect for winter! I also just posted a recipe for "hot chocolate" and it's soooo good. Again, perfect for winter =) Enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emvoneuw Posted December 2, 2011 Share Posted December 2, 2011 Oh and yes, about the food masks - they're great aren't they? It just makes sense to me. If you're gonna put it on your skin, you should be comfortable with putting in your body. I think I'll do an avocado mask tomorrow. It makes my skin soft and glowing! Honey's great because it "sucks" the dirt and toxins out of your pores and skin, like a vacuum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baby Hercules Posted December 11, 2011 Author Share Posted December 11, 2011 Happened upon this web page that seems to explain what I've been going through lately in my acclimation to raw food. I don't believe all of what is said here but the grand majority resonates with my experience. How about you? http://www.rawfoodexplained.com/symptoms-during-dietary-transition/some-unpleasant-symptoms-and-their-causes.html Baby Herc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fallen_Horse Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 (edited) 'Detoxing' due to raw foods is not a real phenomenon. :/ Edited December 13, 2011 by Fallen_Horse Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baby Hercules Posted December 13, 2011 Author Share Posted December 13, 2011 'Dexoting' due to raw foods is not a real phenomenon. :/ You're right, I've never "dexoted." However, I detoxed greatly when I went raw. Baby Herc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fallen_Horse Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 'Dexoting' due to raw foods is not a real phenomenon. :/ You're right, I've never "dexoted." However, I detoxed greatly when I went raw. Baby Herc Yes, yes, post corrected. And no you didn't! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emvoneuw Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 'Dexoting' due to raw foods is not a real phenomenon. :/ You're right, I've never "dexoted." However, I detoxed greatly when I went raw. Baby Herc Yes, yes, post corrected. And no you didn't! What do you mean? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fallen_Horse Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 I mean that when many raw foodists discuss 'detoxing', they are discussing it improperly. Detoxing is a process that we all undergo on a daily basis, and has little to do with the food you eat. How well your body removes toxins will depend on a number of factors, including nutritional status, weight, age, genetics, etc. Raw detoxing is used to discuss how enzymes need raw foods to thrive in the body and the dangers of cooked foods and starches and whatnot. This version of the term 'detox' is mumbo jumbo, and has no scientific basis. Wiki has great articles which describe each usage of the word: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Detoxification http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Detoxification_(alternative_medicine) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emvoneuw Posted December 14, 2011 Share Posted December 14, 2011 Hmm okay I've never thought of it that way... Interesting! But I think we're all talking about the same thing here, so it's really just a convenient term more than scientific correctness. =) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baby Hercules Posted December 14, 2011 Author Share Posted December 14, 2011 I think we're all talking about the same thing here, so it's really just a convenient term more than scientific correctness. =) Baby Herc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fallen_Horse Posted December 14, 2011 Share Posted December 14, 2011 Ok then I'm good to go! Who else wants a green smoothie? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emvoneuw Posted December 16, 2011 Share Posted December 16, 2011 You said it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HorseSense Posted December 16, 2011 Share Posted December 16, 2011 My first non experienced/educated guess on the body heat thing is that you're eating less complex carbohydrates now that you've gone raw. You might want to add potatoes or something. Thanks for the insights. I asked around to some other friends who recently dropped a lot of weight and they all concurred that thermostats had to be adjusted warmer in their houses. I'm okay with that. Besides, I'm not a starch fan, just don't care for them. But have some French Fries in my honor! Baby Herc THIS! I become so heat intolerant with weight. This is the first summer I actually hated. But as I'm losing my weight again (down to 181 yesterday and probably down another lb today - I'm dumping fluids) my feet and hands FREEZE not to mention if I go outside it goes right through my whole body. lol Hopefully in the future I'll have enough muscle to make up for the loss! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emvoneuw Posted December 16, 2011 Share Posted December 16, 2011 Just push through it! =) Your body is probably directing more blood than usual towards your insides, instead of your skin, because you're losing a lot of weight (i.e. getting rid of lots of built-up junk in your digestive system) so your insides are working harder. Once you reach a healthy, maintainable weight you should return back to a normal temperature. *Not a professional, just my self-educated opinion =) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HorseSense Posted December 18, 2011 Share Posted December 18, 2011 It doesn't bother me personally. I was always generally cold natured until I gained weight, so that's nothing new. Although the cold feet thing is. They especially freeze when in bed and even though under the covers I guess after I get still and start resting they turn to blocks of ice. lol What you said does make sense because they say if your body needs energy it will take it from the hands and feet before anything else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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