Exercise: Run
Food: 7 very ripe bananas, banana and papaya smoothie, salad-green leaves, cherry tomatoes, avocado with a raw pesto dressing. Later in the evening some almonds, and almond nut milk.
Ate first meal at 11.30am because I had a two hour meeting at noon. Had the smoothie at 2pm and the salad around 4.30pm. Due to an evening engagement ate later than planned (nut milk).
My skin is absolutely glowing. The thing is I've always been complimented on my skin, but now even I do a double-take when I look in the mirror. It's just so amazing the changes that take place when we eat raw, or rather when we remove the things that don't benefit us, mentally, physically and spiritually, and add the things that do.
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Wednesday 31 October 2007
Tuesday 30 October 2007
It's Just An Emotion
Exercise: Bodyweight stuff
Food: Pineapple and spinach juice, 7 bananas, salad -cucumber, tomatoes and avocado with herby dressing, in the evening a few nuts and dates.
Have continued to wait until 12noon to eat and it feels good. Didn't get to post yesterday because of Internet problems. Yesterday went dancing, and had spinach and mango smoothie at noon followed by 7 very ripe bananas, late afternoon about 4pm same salad as above with a tomato dressing, and before 7pm some dates. I wasn't that into the dates, taste for them may be tailing off.
As well as eating from noon, I'm now by and large stopping eating by 7pm. May vary depending on what I'm doing on any given day and what time I'm going to bed.
Started and finished reading a book on Sunday, by Randy Gage, called 'why you're dumb, sick and broke'. I don't agree with everything in it, but there's a lot to work with. It emphasises what I've said before about always knowing why you are doing something. And the fact you will be more successful in the venture if it is linked to your values. Gage argues that your values, should inform the principles that you live by. And any decisons made should be based on your principles and thought through to their logical conclusion. This he says is a more conscious way of living and brings more happiness. And helps us not to be at the beck and call of our emotions. An example you value health, so one of the principles you live by is that you will always invest in your health using the best knowledge available. You find out about raw food, because of your principle you must decide whether to go raw. Thinking it through to its natural conclusion you understand the benefits of eating this way, and not to proceed would mean you would not be congruent with your values, so the decision is made you will go raw. You may falter, but you know 'why' which is your motivation.
My take is that we all have emotions and some of us are more emotional than others. As great as they are, emotions do need direction or we can find ourselves being tossed and turned all day and all night long. So for example with eating raw, when you start to agonise about whether you are doing it right, getting enough this or that etc. You can speak some truth to your emotions, telling them that you value your health, and of all the options available this seems to be the best fit for now, and that you will continue to seek, and listen to your body and make changes as necessary.
This will help bring peace, and help your emotions to work with you and not against you.
Food: Pineapple and spinach juice, 7 bananas, salad -cucumber, tomatoes and avocado with herby dressing, in the evening a few nuts and dates.
Have continued to wait until 12noon to eat and it feels good. Didn't get to post yesterday because of Internet problems. Yesterday went dancing, and had spinach and mango smoothie at noon followed by 7 very ripe bananas, late afternoon about 4pm same salad as above with a tomato dressing, and before 7pm some dates. I wasn't that into the dates, taste for them may be tailing off.
As well as eating from noon, I'm now by and large stopping eating by 7pm. May vary depending on what I'm doing on any given day and what time I'm going to bed.
Started and finished reading a book on Sunday, by Randy Gage, called 'why you're dumb, sick and broke'. I don't agree with everything in it, but there's a lot to work with. It emphasises what I've said before about always knowing why you are doing something. And the fact you will be more successful in the venture if it is linked to your values. Gage argues that your values, should inform the principles that you live by. And any decisons made should be based on your principles and thought through to their logical conclusion. This he says is a more conscious way of living and brings more happiness. And helps us not to be at the beck and call of our emotions. An example you value health, so one of the principles you live by is that you will always invest in your health using the best knowledge available. You find out about raw food, because of your principle you must decide whether to go raw. Thinking it through to its natural conclusion you understand the benefits of eating this way, and not to proceed would mean you would not be congruent with your values, so the decision is made you will go raw. You may falter, but you know 'why' which is your motivation.
My take is that we all have emotions and some of us are more emotional than others. As great as they are, emotions do need direction or we can find ourselves being tossed and turned all day and all night long. So for example with eating raw, when you start to agonise about whether you are doing it right, getting enough this or that etc. You can speak some truth to your emotions, telling them that you value your health, and of all the options available this seems to be the best fit for now, and that you will continue to seek, and listen to your body and make changes as necessary.
This will help bring peace, and help your emotions to work with you and not against you.
Sunday 28 October 2007
Real Taste
Exercise: Resting
Food: None
Am doing a water fast today. Noticed some toothache yesterday, so hoping as my body rests it will be able to focus on helping that heal, remineralise etc.
While we are on the subject of fasting, I've observed when I was eating high raw but significant cooked vegan too, that whenever I broke the fast the only thing that actually tasted like it did 'in my head' was raw fruit and veg. You know how you begin to anticipate breaking it with the food of your choice, well this once I had sourdough bread and houmous. And no lie the houmous that always tasted great, just seemed sooo salty, and the bread like cardboard, even though normally I would have found it delicious. Even if you are eating cooked, I would not recommend breaking a fast with cooked food. On the other hand one time I just cut up a fresh pear and it was even better than I imagined it would be, absolutely stunning.
Your body talks, learn the language.
Food: None
Am doing a water fast today. Noticed some toothache yesterday, so hoping as my body rests it will be able to focus on helping that heal, remineralise etc.
While we are on the subject of fasting, I've observed when I was eating high raw but significant cooked vegan too, that whenever I broke the fast the only thing that actually tasted like it did 'in my head' was raw fruit and veg. You know how you begin to anticipate breaking it with the food of your choice, well this once I had sourdough bread and houmous. And no lie the houmous that always tasted great, just seemed sooo salty, and the bread like cardboard, even though normally I would have found it delicious. Even if you are eating cooked, I would not recommend breaking a fast with cooked food. On the other hand one time I just cut up a fresh pear and it was even better than I imagined it would be, absolutely stunning.
Your body talks, learn the language.
Saturday 27 October 2007
Winter of Content
Exercise: Run
Food: Dates, banana and mango pudding, handful of almonds, edamame, picked at bits of my sister's salad from Wholefoods - beetroot, carrot, sesame seeds, mushrooms, greens.. pineapple, lime and apple juice. A little lime goes a long way, it really 'cuts' the sweetness of the pineapple.
It is officially winter time as the clocks have now gone back, and I get an extra hour in bed if I so choose. It will be interesting to see how the raw dynamics play out. People do ask how they can keep warm. I understand that could be a real concern when facing bitter winters. But in London even though we may think otherwise, our winters are nothing compared to Scandinavia, Canada etc.
And if we can keep our environment warm that will help no end i.e. good heating systems. There is definitely a natural tendency to hibernate, draw down and become cosy. Hence porridge, which was one of my favourite foods ever. And that's what I believe is the crux of that matter, we really want cosy bulky food to accompany the season. I'll probably be having a lot of fruit puddings and fleshing out my salads with more avocado and raw hummus (I noticed there is a courgette one in RAWvolution), and probably looking for more variety. I don't think I'll go the mega nut route, consuming vast quantities that is, because I simply don't feel my best and don't want to grind to a halt. Maybe nut milk and see the effects. Anyway I will be striving for excellence (the best I can do at any given time) and not perfection. To that effect I'm sure rooibos tea will be featuring more.
Excellence enthuses, perfection stresses.
Food: Dates, banana and mango pudding, handful of almonds, edamame, picked at bits of my sister's salad from Wholefoods - beetroot, carrot, sesame seeds, mushrooms, greens.. pineapple, lime and apple juice. A little lime goes a long way, it really 'cuts' the sweetness of the pineapple.
It is officially winter time as the clocks have now gone back, and I get an extra hour in bed if I so choose. It will be interesting to see how the raw dynamics play out. People do ask how they can keep warm. I understand that could be a real concern when facing bitter winters. But in London even though we may think otherwise, our winters are nothing compared to Scandinavia, Canada etc.
And if we can keep our environment warm that will help no end i.e. good heating systems. There is definitely a natural tendency to hibernate, draw down and become cosy. Hence porridge, which was one of my favourite foods ever. And that's what I believe is the crux of that matter, we really want cosy bulky food to accompany the season. I'll probably be having a lot of fruit puddings and fleshing out my salads with more avocado and raw hummus (I noticed there is a courgette one in RAWvolution), and probably looking for more variety. I don't think I'll go the mega nut route, consuming vast quantities that is, because I simply don't feel my best and don't want to grind to a halt. Maybe nut milk and see the effects. Anyway I will be striving for excellence (the best I can do at any given time) and not perfection. To that effect I'm sure rooibos tea will be featuring more.
Excellence enthuses, perfection stresses.
Friday 26 October 2007
Just Ask...Nicely
Exercise: Run
Food: Four very ripe bananas, mango and banana pudding, a few dates, quite a few almonds
I have been away on a course in the Hertfordshire countryside. It was a real treat to be surrounded by plenty of greenery, plus was able to go for runs and long walks every day I was there. Prior to the trip I was a little concerned about the 'eating arrangements'. But decided that instead of seeing it as problem, to just tell them my needs, and find out what was on offer.
As it happens there was a salad bar every lunchtime, and creative stuff too, chopped cucumber and cherry tomatoes, beetroot, baby greens etc. And that is quite something for conference catering. I decided to not bother with breakfast and simply eat my first meal of the day at noon. I'd lugged a whole load of fruit - bananas, dates and pears, and avocados to supplement the salads. I determined that come what may I needed to use up these supplies, as it was not an option to lug the bag back home at the end of the course.
I had salad at lunchtime and thus blended in easily, pardon the pun. For dinner I had asked for salad instead of the 'hot' option. The evening version was rather 'simpler'. The first evening I got lettuce and tomato, so I promptly whisked out an avocado from my bag. But each evening there was a particular lady who would bring me my salad and she would look for me with a smile. And I could tell some effort was going into making it more interesting for me. Because carrots sticks, celery and red peppers appeared later. I really was looked after. Of course I attracted some attention, particular when avocados kept appearing. But I just side-stepped the questioning. There was one guest though who had apparently been half-way to vegan-ville, before getting married earlier in the year. So we talked about that and then she mentioned that some of her friends had radically changed their dietary habits. And I recognised she was alluding to raw eating. We'll keep in touch. I have no problem talking about raw but always try to be mindful of the time and the place.
I have to say I did feel the effect (in more ways than one)of not having as much fruit as I would have liked. Ideally I would have loved a big banana and mango smoothie, or just a load of bananas for dinner. But that wasn't going to happen, the bananas in the fruit bowl were green. And I couldn't have brought any more fruit without an extra pair of arms to maneouver it. Yes, there were shops in 'town' but their fruit wasn't ripe enough.
But all in all I was able to stay completely raw except for one day when I added some potato which was the best option for me at the time. So I learnt the importance of preparing mentally, and practically for what I wanted. And I clearly stated my needs. There was always the risk that they might not have been met, but it was up to me to articulate them.
If you don't ask, you don't get. (It's good to be home, I don't think I've ever been so pleased to see brown-spotted bananas in all my life).
Food: Four very ripe bananas, mango and banana pudding, a few dates, quite a few almonds
I have been away on a course in the Hertfordshire countryside. It was a real treat to be surrounded by plenty of greenery, plus was able to go for runs and long walks every day I was there. Prior to the trip I was a little concerned about the 'eating arrangements'. But decided that instead of seeing it as problem, to just tell them my needs, and find out what was on offer.
As it happens there was a salad bar every lunchtime, and creative stuff too, chopped cucumber and cherry tomatoes, beetroot, baby greens etc. And that is quite something for conference catering. I decided to not bother with breakfast and simply eat my first meal of the day at noon. I'd lugged a whole load of fruit - bananas, dates and pears, and avocados to supplement the salads. I determined that come what may I needed to use up these supplies, as it was not an option to lug the bag back home at the end of the course.
I had salad at lunchtime and thus blended in easily, pardon the pun. For dinner I had asked for salad instead of the 'hot' option. The evening version was rather 'simpler'. The first evening I got lettuce and tomato, so I promptly whisked out an avocado from my bag. But each evening there was a particular lady who would bring me my salad and she would look for me with a smile. And I could tell some effort was going into making it more interesting for me. Because carrots sticks, celery and red peppers appeared later. I really was looked after. Of course I attracted some attention, particular when avocados kept appearing. But I just side-stepped the questioning. There was one guest though who had apparently been half-way to vegan-ville, before getting married earlier in the year. So we talked about that and then she mentioned that some of her friends had radically changed their dietary habits. And I recognised she was alluding to raw eating. We'll keep in touch. I have no problem talking about raw but always try to be mindful of the time and the place.
I have to say I did feel the effect (in more ways than one)of not having as much fruit as I would have liked. Ideally I would have loved a big banana and mango smoothie, or just a load of bananas for dinner. But that wasn't going to happen, the bananas in the fruit bowl were green. And I couldn't have brought any more fruit without an extra pair of arms to maneouver it. Yes, there were shops in 'town' but their fruit wasn't ripe enough.
But all in all I was able to stay completely raw except for one day when I added some potato which was the best option for me at the time. So I learnt the importance of preparing mentally, and practically for what I wanted. And I clearly stated my needs. There was always the risk that they might not have been met, but it was up to me to articulate them.
If you don't ask, you don't get. (It's good to be home, I don't think I've ever been so pleased to see brown-spotted bananas in all my life).
Sunday 21 October 2007
Timbuktu
Exercise: Run
Food: Mango and spinach green pudding (blended with no added water), looks funky but tastes yum, big green salad with some deliciously sweet vine tomatoes and Hass avocado, 6 bananas, some dates and a small packet of almonds. Even though it's late I really fancy some fresh pineapple juice so will be having some later.
My run was so enjoyable today on every level. I went at a good steady pace, you know just right, so flow kicked in very quickly. There was a nip in the air, but the sun was shining and warm in places, golden brown leaves littered the roads, and there weren't many people around it being a Sunday. I now actually yearn to be out in the fresh air which is simply phenomenal as I would never have considered myself an outdoors person before, though I have always loved London's parks. I guess it is now a matter of priorities. I need to spend time outside everyday now. Even when it's raining I notice that I'm really not that fussed whereas before I most certainly would be.
I was flicking through Matt Amsden's RawVolution this afternoon. It really is a beautiful book, (you've probably gathered I'm an aesthete). I smiled to myself as I read the introduction, it revealed Matt had found out about raw foods by listening in to Howard Stern on the radio. I love it, something just comes from left field. And I bet he never dreamed he would be developing a gorgeous raw recipe book even a couple of days before hearing that broadcast. I love that so much, that a by choosing the right thing at a critical moment, it seems the whole course of your life has changed..for much much much better. That's adventure.
If anyone had told me five years ago that I would become a vegan, never mind a raw one, I would have laughed them to Timbuktu and back. Love it. Love it. Love it.
Food: Mango and spinach green pudding (blended with no added water), looks funky but tastes yum, big green salad with some deliciously sweet vine tomatoes and Hass avocado, 6 bananas, some dates and a small packet of almonds. Even though it's late I really fancy some fresh pineapple juice so will be having some later.
My run was so enjoyable today on every level. I went at a good steady pace, you know just right, so flow kicked in very quickly. There was a nip in the air, but the sun was shining and warm in places, golden brown leaves littered the roads, and there weren't many people around it being a Sunday. I now actually yearn to be out in the fresh air which is simply phenomenal as I would never have considered myself an outdoors person before, though I have always loved London's parks. I guess it is now a matter of priorities. I need to spend time outside everyday now. Even when it's raining I notice that I'm really not that fussed whereas before I most certainly would be.
I was flicking through Matt Amsden's RawVolution this afternoon. It really is a beautiful book, (you've probably gathered I'm an aesthete). I smiled to myself as I read the introduction, it revealed Matt had found out about raw foods by listening in to Howard Stern on the radio. I love it, something just comes from left field. And I bet he never dreamed he would be developing a gorgeous raw recipe book even a couple of days before hearing that broadcast. I love that so much, that a by choosing the right thing at a critical moment, it seems the whole course of your life has changed..for much much much better. That's adventure.
If anyone had told me five years ago that I would become a vegan, never mind a raw one, I would have laughed them to Timbuktu and back. Love it. Love it. Love it.
Saturday 20 October 2007
Paradigm Shifts
Exercise: Run and push ups
Food: None (one day water fast)
More and more, I'm realising that the more I open my mind, and challenge long-held beliefs that don't seem to be backed up by truth, the greater the propensity for paradigm shifting change.
Sometimes I get a little 'ohmigod' feeling about eating raw. But I refuse to see myself as isolated or a victim. I choose to do this. I am a pioneer and so are you. By living consciously we attract and inspire others to live more authentically. In the same way we ourselves have been attracted to and inspired by others.
There is no doubt in my mind, and despite some appearances to the contrary, people do want to enjoy good health. And many are seeking the way to optimal health, no small feat with all the 'noise' out there. I truly think that in five years time eating raw, biologically appropriate food (whatever percentage) will be as common as veganism if not vegetarianism.
Is eating raw a price to pay or simply investing for a better return?
Food: None (one day water fast)
More and more, I'm realising that the more I open my mind, and challenge long-held beliefs that don't seem to be backed up by truth, the greater the propensity for paradigm shifting change.
Sometimes I get a little 'ohmigod' feeling about eating raw. But I refuse to see myself as isolated or a victim. I choose to do this. I am a pioneer and so are you. By living consciously we attract and inspire others to live more authentically. In the same way we ourselves have been attracted to and inspired by others.
There is no doubt in my mind, and despite some appearances to the contrary, people do want to enjoy good health. And many are seeking the way to optimal health, no small feat with all the 'noise' out there. I truly think that in five years time eating raw, biologically appropriate food (whatever percentage) will be as common as veganism if not vegetarianism.
Is eating raw a price to pay or simply investing for a better return?
Friday 19 October 2007
Cooked food poison?
Exercise: Push ups and lots of running upstairs to get somewhere (not just for the sake of it)
Food: 6 bananas, mango and spinach green smoothie, dates, green salad with avocado and tomatoes, banana and mango pudding. I make my salads with half an avocado, and this week have had no dressing. I have had about four and a half hours sleep each night, and am doing exceptionally well with full time work and external evening commitments/activity every evening. Plus things to do when I get in including updating blog, journal, food prep, going through mail etc.
I've noticed that I have been doing exceedingly well, on low fat eating. It will be interesting to see any changes when I get my fresh nuts delivered and begin eating them more frequently. Miss my running confined to weekends at the moment, due to it being so dark in early morning.
I was thinking today about cooked food, not wanting it but the fact that some call it poison. Is it? I would say that raw food is what it is, and cooked food is what is. ie in and of themselves they simply 'are'. When eaten however raw food is biologically appropriate and an enabler, it can be broken right down to provide meaningful nutrition. Cooked food when eaten is a drainer. Picture it in your mind for a minute, how do you feel after you have had something cooked? Cooked food can be broken down, but it is not meaningful in the fullest sense of the word i.e. it will sustain life for a short or a long while but it does not enable life in the way it should be enabled in our bodies.
While it may be true cooked food has toxic effects on the body, I will reiterate again sitting on a plate in and of itself it is what it is. Who puts it in your mouth?
It's good to use helpful language when explaining things. Projecting fear onto something is not the greatest strategy . I think trying to do it in a way that promotes truth, integrity and freedom is much more attractive. So for example our brain mainly consists of fat, you decide to eat a doughnut, think about when you chew it down to the fine watery/creamy state before you swallow. What does that mush consist of, white flour, tran fat, sugar, that's it bar any hundreds and thousands, chocolate or jam., oh and possibly artifical additives Now this is digested broken down into its component parts and released into the bloodstream. So this is food for the brain. Ever heard of the term brain fog.... exactly.
I would encourage you to experiment with this way of thinking before putting anything into your mouth. The thing with basing actions on fear is that it can be sabotaging in the end, as you worry that if you fall of the wagon or something you've failed. And then you start to beat yourself up about it and then you're tempted to just jack it all in. Whereas with the other way you are taking responsibility and being intentional. So if cooked food is chosen and it is always a valid choice if not the most beneficial one, you can go on to evaluate how you feel afterwards. May be illuminating.
There is no failure only little adjustments
Food: 6 bananas, mango and spinach green smoothie, dates, green salad with avocado and tomatoes, banana and mango pudding. I make my salads with half an avocado, and this week have had no dressing. I have had about four and a half hours sleep each night, and am doing exceptionally well with full time work and external evening commitments/activity every evening. Plus things to do when I get in including updating blog, journal, food prep, going through mail etc.
I've noticed that I have been doing exceedingly well, on low fat eating. It will be interesting to see any changes when I get my fresh nuts delivered and begin eating them more frequently. Miss my running confined to weekends at the moment, due to it being so dark in early morning.
I was thinking today about cooked food, not wanting it but the fact that some call it poison. Is it? I would say that raw food is what it is, and cooked food is what is. ie in and of themselves they simply 'are'. When eaten however raw food is biologically appropriate and an enabler, it can be broken right down to provide meaningful nutrition. Cooked food when eaten is a drainer. Picture it in your mind for a minute, how do you feel after you have had something cooked? Cooked food can be broken down, but it is not meaningful in the fullest sense of the word i.e. it will sustain life for a short or a long while but it does not enable life in the way it should be enabled in our bodies.
While it may be true cooked food has toxic effects on the body, I will reiterate again sitting on a plate in and of itself it is what it is. Who puts it in your mouth?
It's good to use helpful language when explaining things. Projecting fear onto something is not the greatest strategy . I think trying to do it in a way that promotes truth, integrity and freedom is much more attractive. So for example our brain mainly consists of fat, you decide to eat a doughnut, think about when you chew it down to the fine watery/creamy state before you swallow. What does that mush consist of, white flour, tran fat, sugar, that's it bar any hundreds and thousands, chocolate or jam., oh and possibly artifical additives Now this is digested broken down into its component parts and released into the bloodstream. So this is food for the brain. Ever heard of the term brain fog.... exactly.
I would encourage you to experiment with this way of thinking before putting anything into your mouth. The thing with basing actions on fear is that it can be sabotaging in the end, as you worry that if you fall of the wagon or something you've failed. And then you start to beat yourself up about it and then you're tempted to just jack it all in. Whereas with the other way you are taking responsibility and being intentional. So if cooked food is chosen and it is always a valid choice if not the most beneficial one, you can go on to evaluate how you feel afterwards. May be illuminating.
There is no failure only little adjustments
Thursday 18 October 2007
Sleepy head
Exercise: Resting
Food: 7 bananas, Green salad with baby greens, avocado, tomatoes and celery, dates, banana and mango pudding
(Thanks to Kristen for my first comment!)
I have averaged practically four to five hours sleep this week so far and I feel grand. When I get sleepy I just go to bed. And that is an important point, I don't get tired but I do get sleepy. Anyone else feel that way? So when people say 'I'm tired' could eating cooked foods be having an impact, or a cumulative effect even, due to the energy-intensive process involved in digesting it?
I do love having a good think about things. Because often there is an insight that is just staring you in the face that you never picked up before.
Sleep needs can change and you should just fall in line with what your body is asking for. There was one week when I was becoming sleepier earlier. So I went to bed earlier. This can happen when the body is going through internal cleansing and healing. And could also be linked to the changing seasons, and just how much we've got going on in our lives at any given time.
Be a truth-seeker not an 'I've made up my mind, don't confuse me with the facts' person. It's much more fun. If you start from a place of fear then truth will scare you witless, but if you start from a place of love, then you'll just get more to love.
Food: 7 bananas, Green salad with baby greens, avocado, tomatoes and celery, dates, banana and mango pudding
(Thanks to Kristen for my first comment!)
I have averaged practically four to five hours sleep this week so far and I feel grand. When I get sleepy I just go to bed. And that is an important point, I don't get tired but I do get sleepy. Anyone else feel that way? So when people say 'I'm tired' could eating cooked foods be having an impact, or a cumulative effect even, due to the energy-intensive process involved in digesting it?
I do love having a good think about things. Because often there is an insight that is just staring you in the face that you never picked up before.
Sleep needs can change and you should just fall in line with what your body is asking for. There was one week when I was becoming sleepier earlier. So I went to bed earlier. This can happen when the body is going through internal cleansing and healing. And could also be linked to the changing seasons, and just how much we've got going on in our lives at any given time.
Be a truth-seeker not an 'I've made up my mind, don't confuse me with the facts' person. It's much more fun. If you start from a place of fear then truth will scare you witless, but if you start from a place of love, then you'll just get more to love.
Wednesday 17 October 2007
Your Body is Magnificent
Exercise: Pushups
Food: Mango and spinach green smoothie, 10 bananas, 500g dates, green salad with avocado, tomatoes and baby greens, no dressing
Am eating really simply and like it, particularly because I've got a number of projects on the go all at once. But when I get a moment I might look at some more salad combos, and am really missing conference pears, while not being into apples at all right now. Strange. Even though it may seem I'm eating pretty much the same things on rote, I am enjoying it. Nutrition is the key not variety. It's just a bonus that we can choose from so much.
I was thinking how wonderfully we are made. Your body is magnificent you know, yes your body whatever, size, colour, shape, length it is. We all tend to celebrate raw and yes it is fun and yummy and exciting and challenging sometimes. But it is not raw food that works the magic, it's our bodies that work the magic every time, utilising raw nutrition and other elements, fresh air, sunshine, elegant thoughts, spiritual truths, physical touch and many more. Isn't that amazing? And the best bit is you can 'switch' this magic on anytime you like. Just start removing what doesn't benefit your body and add what does. And because there is total connect between body, mind and spirit, you will begin to feel results in body, mind and spirit.
If it's worth doing, it's worth doing now.
Food: Mango and spinach green smoothie, 10 bananas, 500g dates, green salad with avocado, tomatoes and baby greens, no dressing
Am eating really simply and like it, particularly because I've got a number of projects on the go all at once. But when I get a moment I might look at some more salad combos, and am really missing conference pears, while not being into apples at all right now. Strange. Even though it may seem I'm eating pretty much the same things on rote, I am enjoying it. Nutrition is the key not variety. It's just a bonus that we can choose from so much.
I was thinking how wonderfully we are made. Your body is magnificent you know, yes your body whatever, size, colour, shape, length it is. We all tend to celebrate raw and yes it is fun and yummy and exciting and challenging sometimes. But it is not raw food that works the magic, it's our bodies that work the magic every time, utilising raw nutrition and other elements, fresh air, sunshine, elegant thoughts, spiritual truths, physical touch and many more. Isn't that amazing? And the best bit is you can 'switch' this magic on anytime you like. Just start removing what doesn't benefit your body and add what does. And because there is total connect between body, mind and spirit, you will begin to feel results in body, mind and spirit.
If it's worth doing, it's worth doing now.
Tuesday 16 October 2007
Left, Right, Left, Right, Left Right, Left, Right
Exercise: Pushups, yoga
Food: Orange, apple and lime juice, Green salad with avocado and tomatoes, dates, 4 bananas, mango and banana pudding (one mango and two bananas), rooibos tea with raw honey
I've just made an important decision which involves me stepping out of my comfort zone, and it feels great and a little scary. But that's okay because I'm in my stretch zone the best place for transformation. What is not okay is if I was in panic zone suffering complete overwhelm. The first thing to ask yourself is what is the worst case-scenario if I do this and the worst case-scenario if I don't. Interestingly I think it is the latter that may offer up the more painful consequences, even if over a longer period of time and possibly more subtly. So if you are thinking of going raw, list the consequences of marching forward and the consequences of staying where you are. And combine that with your core values and you should be able to beat your path.
What I have found for me whenever making big changes in my life particularly non-mainstream ones, the best benefit by far, is that I actually did it, that I stepped out in faith and doors were flung wide open.
It takes the first step to see the next step.
Food: Orange, apple and lime juice, Green salad with avocado and tomatoes, dates, 4 bananas, mango and banana pudding (one mango and two bananas), rooibos tea with raw honey
I've just made an important decision which involves me stepping out of my comfort zone, and it feels great and a little scary. But that's okay because I'm in my stretch zone the best place for transformation. What is not okay is if I was in panic zone suffering complete overwhelm. The first thing to ask yourself is what is the worst case-scenario if I do this and the worst case-scenario if I don't. Interestingly I think it is the latter that may offer up the more painful consequences, even if over a longer period of time and possibly more subtly. So if you are thinking of going raw, list the consequences of marching forward and the consequences of staying where you are. And combine that with your core values and you should be able to beat your path.
What I have found for me whenever making big changes in my life particularly non-mainstream ones, the best benefit by far, is that I actually did it, that I stepped out in faith and doors were flung wide open.
It takes the first step to see the next step.
Monday 15 October 2007
Time is Gold Dust
Exercise: Dancing
Food: A few almonds first thing, I found them in my pocket! And felt that I actually would prefer to eat them at the beginning of the day than at the end. Orange and lime juice, 12 bananas in total I think! big green salad with tomatoes and avocado. And some herbal tea with raw honey.
It's late and I need to be in bed. Technically it's Tuesday already but seeing as I'm still up, it's Monday! Just been dancing and I loved it. I'm going to avoid eating after 7pm and see how it feels. I don't need much sleep but when I eat right up to the wire I'm sure it affects the quality of the sleep although not the quantity. Every minute counts and I want to make sure every minute counts!
We have all the time to do what we need to do. We just need to do it...
Food: A few almonds first thing, I found them in my pocket! And felt that I actually would prefer to eat them at the beginning of the day than at the end. Orange and lime juice, 12 bananas in total I think! big green salad with tomatoes and avocado. And some herbal tea with raw honey.
It's late and I need to be in bed. Technically it's Tuesday already but seeing as I'm still up, it's Monday! Just been dancing and I loved it. I'm going to avoid eating after 7pm and see how it feels. I don't need much sleep but when I eat right up to the wire I'm sure it affects the quality of the sleep although not the quantity. Every minute counts and I want to make sure every minute counts!
We have all the time to do what we need to do. We just need to do it...
Sunday 14 October 2007
The Essence of You
Exercise: Run
Food: Banana and mango pudding, some dates, some almonds and a some left over green smoothie
Felt very relaxed today. As we are moving into Autumn proper with darker evenings and mornings, am having to rethink my exercise and work strategy! I'm thinking of getting up at 5am to work on my various projects, then exercise afterwards to make the most of my time. There is a lesson here, i.e. if you want change you have to change. It's something I have chosen to embrace wholeheartedly and I see the results every day. Basically you need to work out what you want for example I have always pursued optimum health. Whenever I learnt something new I applied it and here I am today. I didn't have a goal of weight loss or a any dress size. But by 'attaching' to optimum health the specifics made themselves known, I don't know how much I weigh but I am a dress size UK 6 on average and can get by in an 8 if it's a fitted shape. But my body is still cleansing and adjusting so I just focus on health. Who know's where it will lead?
Never say 'I can't' because your brain just shuts down when it hears that and then you literally can't. Just say I'm keeping an open mind and will take each step as it comes. Find out what your core needs and core values are, and set your goals around them. My utmost core value is freedom. Freedom to be me, freedom to love, freedom to be loved, freedom to do what I love! So for me eating raw gives me more freedom to be me and do what I want to do. So it becomes a no-brainer, it fits with the essence of me so I do it. So for example if your core value is beauty (it is one of mine), you might say that you love the look of raw ripe fresh fruit and vegetables in your shopping basket, you love how everyone looks at your shopping in awe, you love that you only become more beautiful when you eat this way and that others do too. You love that the earth is more beautiful with lots of fruit trees as opposed to dead animals. So you get the gist. It's basically your spiritual DNA, God's unique imprint on your heart.
"To get what you really want, you have to be who you truly are" Mike Angier
Food: Banana and mango pudding, some dates, some almonds and a some left over green smoothie
Felt very relaxed today. As we are moving into Autumn proper with darker evenings and mornings, am having to rethink my exercise and work strategy! I'm thinking of getting up at 5am to work on my various projects, then exercise afterwards to make the most of my time. There is a lesson here, i.e. if you want change you have to change. It's something I have chosen to embrace wholeheartedly and I see the results every day. Basically you need to work out what you want for example I have always pursued optimum health. Whenever I learnt something new I applied it and here I am today. I didn't have a goal of weight loss or a any dress size. But by 'attaching' to optimum health the specifics made themselves known, I don't know how much I weigh but I am a dress size UK 6 on average and can get by in an 8 if it's a fitted shape. But my body is still cleansing and adjusting so I just focus on health. Who know's where it will lead?
Never say 'I can't' because your brain just shuts down when it hears that and then you literally can't. Just say I'm keeping an open mind and will take each step as it comes. Find out what your core needs and core values are, and set your goals around them. My utmost core value is freedom. Freedom to be me, freedom to love, freedom to be loved, freedom to do what I love! So for me eating raw gives me more freedom to be me and do what I want to do. So it becomes a no-brainer, it fits with the essence of me so I do it. So for example if your core value is beauty (it is one of mine), you might say that you love the look of raw ripe fresh fruit and vegetables in your shopping basket, you love how everyone looks at your shopping in awe, you love that you only become more beautiful when you eat this way and that others do too. You love that the earth is more beautiful with lots of fruit trees as opposed to dead animals. So you get the gist. It's basically your spiritual DNA, God's unique imprint on your heart.
"To get what you really want, you have to be who you truly are" Mike Angier
Saturday 13 October 2007
Have Courage
Exercise: Run
Food: None
Today I'm doing a water fast primarily for spiritual reasons but also appreciate the opportunity to give my body a rest, particularly after the frenetic activity of the past twelve days. Did I feel hungry? No not really, occasionally I felt something. But it wasn't hunger as such more the thing that kicks in when you are feeling bored and start to move towards the kitchen!
I found a great article on courage today by Steve Pavlina. And it absolutely rocks. It was immediately helpful and I applied it to yesterday's dilemna. I hope it helps you too. http://www.stevepavlina.com/articles/courage-to-live-consciously.htm
A short and sweet post today as I'm taking it easy. Slept in until 12 noon:) Enjoy the article.
Food: None
Today I'm doing a water fast primarily for spiritual reasons but also appreciate the opportunity to give my body a rest, particularly after the frenetic activity of the past twelve days. Did I feel hungry? No not really, occasionally I felt something. But it wasn't hunger as such more the thing that kicks in when you are feeling bored and start to move towards the kitchen!
I found a great article on courage today by Steve Pavlina. And it absolutely rocks. It was immediately helpful and I applied it to yesterday's dilemna. I hope it helps you too. http://www.stevepavlina.com/articles/courage-to-live-consciously.htm
A short and sweet post today as I'm taking it easy. Slept in until 12 noon:) Enjoy the article.
Friday 12 October 2007
Extraordinary Life Requires Extraordinary Habits
Exercise: Pushups plus the usual 'incremental' exercise running up and down stairs, running for the bus etc
Food: Canteloupe melon and mango smoothie, was okay maybe I should have added less water, green salad with vine tomatoes and avocado and herby lime dressing. Really enjoying this salad and still amazed that I now love tomatoes. Had 250g of pistachios (raw). I categorically know I wasn't hungry of any kind but ate them anyway. And I know why I have to make a decision re another area of my life (wealth) which is exciting but scary too. And I know it is that human lunging for the crunchy dense thing that we can chew on to control our feelings. Well at least I am self-aware. Ate first 'meal' at 12 noon today and last thing was dates around 9pm. Went for drinks after work had two juices from bottle, and felt my energy level drop :(
It may seem sometimes that we who eat raw are obsessed with our food, but I see it like this, At this stage I need to learn to listen to what my body is saying, because this is so counter-culture it is easy to abandon the adventure and launch back into 'lesser' way of living. And that is a valid choice. But I have tasted something better literally and metaphorically so it is my choice and delight to pursue this wonder or maybe it pursues me? For me it is worth doing this 'studying and recording' for posterity! but also to be a more authentic me and to more authentically do what I do. You shall know the truth and the truth will set you free.
Oh by the way no sweats last night woo hoo!
Okay, carrying on from yesterday.. Because of my passion for health I would read a lot of nutrition, diet and fitness books and experiment on myself. Including low carb, f plan, the zone (utterly confusing), GI etc. My goal was long lasting optimum health. I didn't have any particular health changes but was very aware that as people got older they were getting sick and decrepit. In fact it was something I felt compelled to look into. The book that marked a milestone was Joel Furhman's 'Eat to Live'. I read, I 'got' it and went vegan immediately and in fact went high raw as well without realising it. I was having fruit for breakfast, salad/soup for lunch and potato/beans/salad or brown rice pasta and stir fries. I then read John Robbins 'A Diet for a New America'. And I knew my life was changing. It wasn't hard (as long as I had my grains!)I had given up milk years ago just like that, intuitively no conscious reason and red meat when I left home as I didn't enjoy it. That left chicken and fish. Then I realised I hadn't eaten chicken in the past 12 months! Again just like that. So fish and eggs were the things I consciously left behind. I was never a fan of cheese. I did however used to get through tons of haagen daaz. Emotional eating for sure.. But I have not eaten ice cream for nearly five years now and have no desire for it at all.
So I was eating raw without know it piling fresh baby spinach on my baked potato and houmous. Then at some point last year stumbled across a 'raw event' on the Internet and by association 'the movement'.
Dr Doug Graham was there. And I was impressed with how he looked (and indeed his wife). What he said made a lot a sense. I do think if you are teaching health you do need to look (and be) healthy, in the same way if you are teaching wealth, confidence etc. And he walked his talk.
Check his site here: http://www.foodnsport.com/joomla/
Food: Canteloupe melon and mango smoothie, was okay maybe I should have added less water, green salad with vine tomatoes and avocado and herby lime dressing. Really enjoying this salad and still amazed that I now love tomatoes. Had 250g of pistachios (raw). I categorically know I wasn't hungry of any kind but ate them anyway. And I know why I have to make a decision re another area of my life (wealth) which is exciting but scary too. And I know it is that human lunging for the crunchy dense thing that we can chew on to control our feelings. Well at least I am self-aware. Ate first 'meal' at 12 noon today and last thing was dates around 9pm. Went for drinks after work had two juices from bottle, and felt my energy level drop :(
It may seem sometimes that we who eat raw are obsessed with our food, but I see it like this, At this stage I need to learn to listen to what my body is saying, because this is so counter-culture it is easy to abandon the adventure and launch back into 'lesser' way of living. And that is a valid choice. But I have tasted something better literally and metaphorically so it is my choice and delight to pursue this wonder or maybe it pursues me? For me it is worth doing this 'studying and recording' for posterity! but also to be a more authentic me and to more authentically do what I do. You shall know the truth and the truth will set you free.
Oh by the way no sweats last night woo hoo!
Okay, carrying on from yesterday.. Because of my passion for health I would read a lot of nutrition, diet and fitness books and experiment on myself. Including low carb, f plan, the zone (utterly confusing), GI etc. My goal was long lasting optimum health. I didn't have any particular health changes but was very aware that as people got older they were getting sick and decrepit. In fact it was something I felt compelled to look into. The book that marked a milestone was Joel Furhman's 'Eat to Live'. I read, I 'got' it and went vegan immediately and in fact went high raw as well without realising it. I was having fruit for breakfast, salad/soup for lunch and potato/beans/salad or brown rice pasta and stir fries. I then read John Robbins 'A Diet for a New America'. And I knew my life was changing. It wasn't hard (as long as I had my grains!)I had given up milk years ago just like that, intuitively no conscious reason and red meat when I left home as I didn't enjoy it. That left chicken and fish. Then I realised I hadn't eaten chicken in the past 12 months! Again just like that. So fish and eggs were the things I consciously left behind. I was never a fan of cheese. I did however used to get through tons of haagen daaz. Emotional eating for sure.. But I have not eaten ice cream for nearly five years now and have no desire for it at all.
So I was eating raw without know it piling fresh baby spinach on my baked potato and houmous. Then at some point last year stumbled across a 'raw event' on the Internet and by association 'the movement'.
Dr Doug Graham was there. And I was impressed with how he looked (and indeed his wife). What he said made a lot a sense. I do think if you are teaching health you do need to look (and be) healthy, in the same way if you are teaching wealth, confidence etc. And he walked his talk.
Check his site here: http://www.foodnsport.com/joomla/
Thursday 11 October 2007
How I Got Here
Exercise: Push ups
Food: Green smoothie - mango, celery, strawberries and spinach, Green salad - baby greens, avocado, vine and sundried tomato with Itsu shallot dressing, 8 bananas, a few dates and some pistachios
Just ate 4 bananas when I got in about 10.30pm. Wasn't really hungry but they were perfectly ripe. I'm still up two hours later so at least they will be digested. Am going to experiment with not eating later and see what effect that might have.
I started eating vegan about four years ago now or a bit longer. I have always had a strong interest in health and food. And even when I was little I remember thinking there must be a way to eat that leads to health and where your body is at its ideal weight without having to monitor anything. Thinking back that was quite a profound thought for a little one! It was obviously a manifesting of my purpose but I didn't quite grasp how to work it out. Borne out by the fact that I worked in a fast food place while I was a student! Although the choice served me well at the time. More tomorrow..
Food: Green smoothie - mango, celery, strawberries and spinach, Green salad - baby greens, avocado, vine and sundried tomato with Itsu shallot dressing, 8 bananas, a few dates and some pistachios
Just ate 4 bananas when I got in about 10.30pm. Wasn't really hungry but they were perfectly ripe. I'm still up two hours later so at least they will be digested. Am going to experiment with not eating later and see what effect that might have.
I started eating vegan about four years ago now or a bit longer. I have always had a strong interest in health and food. And even when I was little I remember thinking there must be a way to eat that leads to health and where your body is at its ideal weight without having to monitor anything. Thinking back that was quite a profound thought for a little one! It was obviously a manifesting of my purpose but I didn't quite grasp how to work it out. Borne out by the fact that I worked in a fast food place while I was a student! Although the choice served me well at the time. More tomorrow..
Wednesday 10 October 2007
Eureka
Exercise: Resting
Food: Green smoothie-same as yesterday, Green salad -baby greens, avocado, vine tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, herby lime dressing, 9 bananas, some pistachios
When it comes down to it I am simply a truth seeker, because I know truth brings freedom. And freedom is one of my core priorities. So you see if you change the way you think based on truth it can change your whole life. So where others might see I'm making a sacrifice giving up cooked food, and occasionally it crosses my mind too. But I know I don't actually think that or I wouldn't be doing this. Basically what I think is this; I've found a better and an enjoyable way to gain more freedom. That's it. It is not really about cooked or raw. So if I find new truth on the matter I will modify my beliefs again. It's not belief I cling on to but truth. A bit deep today but really been having a lot of eureka moments that I want to share.
Food: Green smoothie-same as yesterday, Green salad -baby greens, avocado, vine tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, herby lime dressing, 9 bananas, some pistachios
When it comes down to it I am simply a truth seeker, because I know truth brings freedom. And freedom is one of my core priorities. So you see if you change the way you think based on truth it can change your whole life. So where others might see I'm making a sacrifice giving up cooked food, and occasionally it crosses my mind too. But I know I don't actually think that or I wouldn't be doing this. Basically what I think is this; I've found a better and an enjoyable way to gain more freedom. That's it. It is not really about cooked or raw. So if I find new truth on the matter I will modify my beliefs again. It's not belief I cling on to but truth. A bit deep today but really been having a lot of eureka moments that I want to share.
Tuesday 9 October 2007
Miracles
Exercise:Yoga
Food:Green smoothie - mango, papaya, spinach, Green salad - baby leaves, avocado, vine tomatoes and sun-dried tomatoes (plus herby-lime) dressing see yesterday's post. 3 small conference pears, small bag of organic dates and mango and banana pudding.
Am using Ryan avocados in my salads at the moment. They have a firmer texture than the popular Hass avocado, with a green skin and a beautiful yellow in the centre of the fruit. I'm still marvelling that I'm eating bananas, tomatoes and avocado today. Only a few months ago these would have never featured on my menu. I used to get a reaction to bananas an itchiness on my tongue, I couldn't stand the mouthfeel and apparent blandness of avocados (I now appreciate their distinct flavouring) and I hated tomatoes due to being force fed them when young and to be fair they were nothing like the pomodorinos which I bought recently.
Top tip for a dynamic and rich life. Probably the most important ever -KEEP AN OPEN MIND. Because miracles do happen.... everyday.
Food:Green smoothie - mango, papaya, spinach, Green salad - baby leaves, avocado, vine tomatoes and sun-dried tomatoes (plus herby-lime) dressing see yesterday's post. 3 small conference pears, small bag of organic dates and mango and banana pudding.
Am using Ryan avocados in my salads at the moment. They have a firmer texture than the popular Hass avocado, with a green skin and a beautiful yellow in the centre of the fruit. I'm still marvelling that I'm eating bananas, tomatoes and avocado today. Only a few months ago these would have never featured on my menu. I used to get a reaction to bananas an itchiness on my tongue, I couldn't stand the mouthfeel and apparent blandness of avocados (I now appreciate their distinct flavouring) and I hated tomatoes due to being force fed them when young and to be fair they were nothing like the pomodorinos which I bought recently.
Top tip for a dynamic and rich life. Probably the most important ever -KEEP AN OPEN MIND. Because miracles do happen.... everyday.
Monday 8 October 2007
I'm Having Fun
Exercise: Dancing
Food: Green smoothie - mango, papaya and spinach, Big green salad - baby greens, avocado, sundried tomatoes and vine tomatoes. I love Itsu's herby lime dressing, I buy it newly-prepared at lunch time and put it on my salad yum, and found out someone at work does the same thing! In the evening had banana and mango pudding and remains of green smoothie. I can see my food intake going down post period!
Feeling much better. Should probably have early night but am going dancing. Promise not to stay tooo long. But need to catch up with a couple of people;) I've just ordered some freshly harvested nuts from Nora Lenz of www.Rawschool.com. I feel so incredibly chuffed that we can all help each other in this way, passing on information, contacts, recommendations etc regardless of location.
Check out www.rawfoodrightnow.com Heidi and Justin are having such fun with raw food and they have the loongest list of raw food blogs. But only a tiny number if you compare to other subjects out there. Which shows how pioneering this is!!! That is one of the things I love about this, I really love being different (although I do want others to be attracted too!), forging my path. It is also incredibly liberating for other areas of my life too. I was thinking it is like living a whole different paradigm, then I thought doh, I AM living a whole different paradigm!!!!
Food: Green smoothie - mango, papaya and spinach, Big green salad - baby greens, avocado, sundried tomatoes and vine tomatoes. I love Itsu's herby lime dressing, I buy it newly-prepared at lunch time and put it on my salad yum, and found out someone at work does the same thing! In the evening had banana and mango pudding and remains of green smoothie. I can see my food intake going down post period!
Feeling much better. Should probably have early night but am going dancing. Promise not to stay tooo long. But need to catch up with a couple of people;) I've just ordered some freshly harvested nuts from Nora Lenz of www.Rawschool.com. I feel so incredibly chuffed that we can all help each other in this way, passing on information, contacts, recommendations etc regardless of location.
Check out www.rawfoodrightnow.com Heidi and Justin are having such fun with raw food and they have the loongest list of raw food blogs. But only a tiny number if you compare to other subjects out there. Which shows how pioneering this is!!! That is one of the things I love about this, I really love being different (although I do want others to be attracted too!), forging my path. It is also incredibly liberating for other areas of my life too. I was thinking it is like living a whole different paradigm, then I thought doh, I AM living a whole different paradigm!!!!
Sunday 7 October 2007
Sweaty Betty
Exercise: Resting
Food: Canteloupe 'milk', mango and spinach green smoothie, apple juice, Dr Martin's raw coconut water with pineapple and aercola, some pistachios
On the whole a very liquid diet following from yesterday, and feeling on the up. But succumbed to the pistachios after a random vist to Wholefoods Camden. Have pretty much avoided them (Wholefoods not the nuts) for a few months following the implementation of my 'track and trim' financial strategy. Because everytime I went in there I spent at least £40! in addition to my regular grocery expenses. Today it was £20 but included some natural 'eyeliner' which bumped up the total. But happy with that because I deserve the best (read most beneficial) ;)
For the past few nights I've woken drenched in sweat (yes definitely sweat). This usually happens at the beginning of my period and I assume it's to do with a higher basal body temp and/or hormonal fluctuations. But this has happened for the past seven nights! And think it may be part of a detox or healing crisis period as my body 'dumps' bolstered by raw, biologically appropriate, nutritious intake. And both yesterday and today pee-ed soo much. Like very 10 mins, only a slight exaggeration. I'm finding it all very fascinating.
I will be mentioning various raw food teachers/adventurers that I admire and learn from over the coming days in no particular order. Today - Frederic Patenaude. Frederic is passionate about heath, raw food and languages among other things. All passions of mine. So I'm always interested in what he is up to. He also has a good entry level book on raw food called 'Raw Secrets' that is worth checking out. http://www.fredericpatenaude.com/
Top tip - we are what we do repeatedly, so excellence is a habit not an act (Aristotle).
Food: Canteloupe 'milk', mango and spinach green smoothie, apple juice, Dr Martin's raw coconut water with pineapple and aercola, some pistachios
On the whole a very liquid diet following from yesterday, and feeling on the up. But succumbed to the pistachios after a random vist to Wholefoods Camden. Have pretty much avoided them (Wholefoods not the nuts) for a few months following the implementation of my 'track and trim' financial strategy. Because everytime I went in there I spent at least £40! in addition to my regular grocery expenses. Today it was £20 but included some natural 'eyeliner' which bumped up the total. But happy with that because I deserve the best (read most beneficial) ;)
For the past few nights I've woken drenched in sweat (yes definitely sweat). This usually happens at the beginning of my period and I assume it's to do with a higher basal body temp and/or hormonal fluctuations. But this has happened for the past seven nights! And think it may be part of a detox or healing crisis period as my body 'dumps' bolstered by raw, biologically appropriate, nutritious intake. And both yesterday and today pee-ed soo much. Like very 10 mins, only a slight exaggeration. I'm finding it all very fascinating.
I will be mentioning various raw food teachers/adventurers that I admire and learn from over the coming days in no particular order. Today - Frederic Patenaude. Frederic is passionate about heath, raw food and languages among other things. All passions of mine. So I'm always interested in what he is up to. He also has a good entry level book on raw food called 'Raw Secrets' that is worth checking out. http://www.fredericpatenaude.com/
Top tip - we are what we do repeatedly, so excellence is a habit not an act (Aristotle).
Saturday 6 October 2007
Raw London Doing it For Herself
Exercise: pushups
Food: pineapple, celery and ginger juice, deglet noor dates, (mango, spinach and strawberry) green smoothie, banana and mango pudding
Canker sore still stinging!! Didn't eat until nearly noon. And decided not to bother with anything fatty to ease the digestive demand on my body, and aid healing.
Still feeling detoxy. I was reading ES magazine yesterday, and on the foodie pages, it mentioned raw, organic catering by http://rawfairies.com/index.php?option=com_frontpage&Itemid=1
raw fairies. The site looks gorgeous and I think the food is competively priced. I'm yet to try it out but it is on my list and I will let you know. I like simple raw meals but a few gourmet recipes would be a treat. I feel so proud because they are here in London!
Food: pineapple, celery and ginger juice, deglet noor dates, (mango, spinach and strawberry) green smoothie, banana and mango pudding
Canker sore still stinging!! Didn't eat until nearly noon. And decided not to bother with anything fatty to ease the digestive demand on my body, and aid healing.
Still feeling detoxy. I was reading ES magazine yesterday, and on the foodie pages, it mentioned raw, organic catering by http://rawfairies.com/index.php?option=com_frontpage&Itemid=1
raw fairies. The site looks gorgeous and I think the food is competively priced. I'm yet to try it out but it is on my list and I will let you know. I like simple raw meals but a few gourmet recipes would be a treat. I feel so proud because they are here in London!
Friday 5 October 2007
Downtown Detox
Exercise: Push-ups
Food: Mango, spinach and celery smoothie, 4 bananas, green salad with vine tomatoes and avocado, deglet Noor dates, cashew nuts
Feeling a bit fuzzy and have a slight runny nose, although I feel great other than that. Seems to be a bit of a detox thing, because I have another canker sore. They are painful critters! But because I understand what's going on I'm fine with it, would rather not have it but fine, if it is a sign that my body is healing itself. Would have had a lovely long sleep in tomorrow but am on course all weekend, so it will be like working 12 days straight. Eeek!
I know I promised site reviews, and more of my story. I am on it honestly just a little bit pressed for time hopefully next week will be better.
Top tip for proactive living - the solution to every problem is action.
Food: Mango, spinach and celery smoothie, 4 bananas, green salad with vine tomatoes and avocado, deglet Noor dates, cashew nuts
Feeling a bit fuzzy and have a slight runny nose, although I feel great other than that. Seems to be a bit of a detox thing, because I have another canker sore. They are painful critters! But because I understand what's going on I'm fine with it, would rather not have it but fine, if it is a sign that my body is healing itself. Would have had a lovely long sleep in tomorrow but am on course all weekend, so it will be like working 12 days straight. Eeek!
I know I promised site reviews, and more of my story. I am on it honestly just a little bit pressed for time hopefully next week will be better.
Top tip for proactive living - the solution to every problem is action.
Thursday 4 October 2007
Not Nuts About You
Exercise: pushups
Food: Apple juice, 5 bananas, itsu hip and humble salad with greens, seaweed, carrot, beetroot, avocado and plain tofu, jaynie's salad - spinach, baby greens, cucumber, celery, avocado and vine tomatoes, had a few dates and a few raw cashews. But really have a lower tolerance level for nuts now. Which is great as it means things have been shifted because nuts should really only be eaten in tiny quantities and seasonally. They did taste fresh though but it didn't take long to feel that gubjie (my own made up word) feeling, you know that if you eat beyond this point there will be discomfort and possibly pain!
I set my alarm to go for run at 8am. When it went off, I switched it off and lay down for five minutes. Next minute I look and it's 9.20am! And I had a meeting in town at 10 made it only 5 mins late, and someone came in after me. And I got nearly an extra hour and a half kip. Lovely.
Food: Apple juice, 5 bananas, itsu hip and humble salad with greens, seaweed, carrot, beetroot, avocado and plain tofu, jaynie's salad - spinach, baby greens, cucumber, celery, avocado and vine tomatoes, had a few dates and a few raw cashews. But really have a lower tolerance level for nuts now. Which is great as it means things have been shifted because nuts should really only be eaten in tiny quantities and seasonally. They did taste fresh though but it didn't take long to feel that gubjie (my own made up word) feeling, you know that if you eat beyond this point there will be discomfort and possibly pain!
I set my alarm to go for run at 8am. When it went off, I switched it off and lay down for five minutes. Next minute I look and it's 9.20am! And I had a meeting in town at 10 made it only 5 mins late, and someone came in after me. And I got nearly an extra hour and a half kip. Lovely.
Wednesday 3 October 2007
Going Bananas
Exercise: run, pushups
Food: 500g of dates, green smoothie (bananas, blueberries, mango and spinach), 8 bananas, huge green salad with tomatoes, avocado, celery and cucumber and herb and lime dressing, 2 more bananas, 25g pistachios and 6 more bananas!
The bananas were perfectly ripened so they had that full creamy, sweet taste. Did a lot of running up and down today, full of commitments may explain increased energy needs. Was surfing the net and came across an article in the Guardian about raw foods. It was rather disparaging. It knocked me a bit and showed how easy it is to present something in a negative light. The article used words like 'ultra-restrictive', 'faddish' etc. But if someone is enjoying eating raw, is quite clearly flourishing in every arena and is so sure of their 'why'. ISN'T THAT A GOOD THING?...HELLO
Anyway rant over, I am a pioneer and a visionary and that's okay with me;0
Top tip for improved health - chew your food until it is as smooth as pureed banana.
Food: 500g of dates, green smoothie (bananas, blueberries, mango and spinach), 8 bananas, huge green salad with tomatoes, avocado, celery and cucumber and herb and lime dressing, 2 more bananas, 25g pistachios and 6 more bananas!
The bananas were perfectly ripened so they had that full creamy, sweet taste. Did a lot of running up and down today, full of commitments may explain increased energy needs. Was surfing the net and came across an article in the Guardian about raw foods. It was rather disparaging. It knocked me a bit and showed how easy it is to present something in a negative light. The article used words like 'ultra-restrictive', 'faddish' etc. But if someone is enjoying eating raw, is quite clearly flourishing in every arena and is so sure of their 'why'. ISN'T THAT A GOOD THING?...HELLO
Anyway rant over, I am a pioneer and a visionary and that's okay with me;0
Top tip for improved health - chew your food until it is as smooth as pureed banana.
Tuesday 2 October 2007
Look Into My Eyes
Exercise: push ups, yoga
Food: 6 bananas, pineapple and celery juice with ginger, huge green salad with tomatoes, avocado and celery, 500g dates, some pistachio nuts, and 4 more bananas. The pistachios were hard and not fresh tasting, just was not feeling them.
Have ordered some raw cashews as a special treat. The price helps to keep them in the special treat box, and that's no bad thing. Popped into Wholefoods in Camden today for some masacara, I need to get a completely natural one as my eyes seem to be reacting (itchy) to the big brand ones I have, Maybelline and Mac. I'm not surprised, that as I'm changing through raw eating it will have a knock on effect on other things that I use on/in my body. Bought a mascara by Lavera, will see how I go.
Also treated myself to some on the vine tomatoes, yummo, I just made that word up good eh.
I love my yoga class. The instructor is so able. You know someone who actually knows how to impart knowledge. And it's all about the movements ie intelligising the body which is want I want. He'll say if you move this, you'll feel it here, and you do.
Top tip for sticking to your journey, find teachers that can teach. Be a teacher that can teach.
Food: 6 bananas, pineapple and celery juice with ginger, huge green salad with tomatoes, avocado and celery, 500g dates, some pistachio nuts, and 4 more bananas. The pistachios were hard and not fresh tasting, just was not feeling them.
Have ordered some raw cashews as a special treat. The price helps to keep them in the special treat box, and that's no bad thing. Popped into Wholefoods in Camden today for some masacara, I need to get a completely natural one as my eyes seem to be reacting (itchy) to the big brand ones I have, Maybelline and Mac. I'm not surprised, that as I'm changing through raw eating it will have a knock on effect on other things that I use on/in my body. Bought a mascara by Lavera, will see how I go.
Also treated myself to some on the vine tomatoes, yummo, I just made that word up good eh.
I love my yoga class. The instructor is so able. You know someone who actually knows how to impart knowledge. And it's all about the movements ie intelligising the body which is want I want. He'll say if you move this, you'll feel it here, and you do.
Top tip for sticking to your journey, find teachers that can teach. Be a teacher that can teach.
Monday 1 October 2007
Keep An Open Mind
Exercise: push-ups
Food: pineapple and celery juice, 12 bananas, big green salad with tomatoes, avocados and celery, 250g dates, a few raw pistachios and cashews, two helpings of banana and mango pudding. As we are moving into Autumn in the British Isles;) I seem to be really loving the mango/banana pudding. If you like custard you should try this, you still get the smoothness and the sweetness, but also mega bonus, NUTRITION!
Because it stays darker in the morning longer, it's eating into my running time. Either have to start later and therefore start later at work or run in the dark. What I might try to do is run a little later a couple of times in the week and then whenever I want at weekends. And do more bodyweight stuff the rest of the time. My main reason for running is not so much the exercise, although I love it, but being in the fresh morning air - air bathing;)
Why do I eat raw? I have at least 50 reasons. No seriously I do, all written down. I think it is important to know why you do something or want to do something. At the very least it will show you what you really are not bothered about and help you consider whether you should dump it, or how you can make your 'why' bigger. At the moment I have two reasons really standing out, mental clarity and not feeling tired. I have a lot of commitments on right now so particularly appreciate these two benefits. I have produced two pieces of writing at work today and last Friday that have been simply stunning. And that is because my mind is so clear. I also produced them in under 30mins each. Those are big 'whys' and I have no intention of giving them up!
I don't get tired, only sleepy when it's time to sleep, otherwise I am motivated, energetic and forward thinking. Is this beginning to sound attractive to you? Because you can have it any time you want it.
Number one tip for creating magnificent change, keep an open mind.
Food: pineapple and celery juice, 12 bananas, big green salad with tomatoes, avocados and celery, 250g dates, a few raw pistachios and cashews, two helpings of banana and mango pudding. As we are moving into Autumn in the British Isles;) I seem to be really loving the mango/banana pudding. If you like custard you should try this, you still get the smoothness and the sweetness, but also mega bonus, NUTRITION!
Because it stays darker in the morning longer, it's eating into my running time. Either have to start later and therefore start later at work or run in the dark. What I might try to do is run a little later a couple of times in the week and then whenever I want at weekends. And do more bodyweight stuff the rest of the time. My main reason for running is not so much the exercise, although I love it, but being in the fresh morning air - air bathing;)
Why do I eat raw? I have at least 50 reasons. No seriously I do, all written down. I think it is important to know why you do something or want to do something. At the very least it will show you what you really are not bothered about and help you consider whether you should dump it, or how you can make your 'why' bigger. At the moment I have two reasons really standing out, mental clarity and not feeling tired. I have a lot of commitments on right now so particularly appreciate these two benefits. I have produced two pieces of writing at work today and last Friday that have been simply stunning. And that is because my mind is so clear. I also produced them in under 30mins each. Those are big 'whys' and I have no intention of giving them up!
I don't get tired, only sleepy when it's time to sleep, otherwise I am motivated, energetic and forward thinking. Is this beginning to sound attractive to you? Because you can have it any time you want it.
Number one tip for creating magnificent change, keep an open mind.
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