The raw food diet is based on unprocessed and uncooked plant foods, such as fresh fruit and vegetables, sprouts, seeds, nuts, grains, beans, nuts, dried fruit and seaweed. It is believed that heating food above 116F destroys foods’ natural enzymes that aid in the digestion and absorption of food.
Proponents of the diet believe its many health benefits include increased energy, improved skin appearance, better digestion, weight loss and reduced risk of heart disease.
