Blog Entries

Organic Raw Dried Figs � A Healthy Choice!

mpetrush@gmail.com — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 18:00:00 +0100

A product of Ficus trees, figs are false fruits that range from green to purple in color. Interestingly, they are actually inverted flowers and the fig that you traditionally eat as a fruit is the seed of that flower. Once dried, figs are brown and can be incorporated into your raw food diet. Like many other fruits, figs can be eaten on their own or they can be [...]

What Health Benefits Can Raw Kelp Noodles Provide?

mpetrush@gmail.com — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 18:00:00 +0100

Kelp noodles may sound outlandish, but they are in fact a neutral ingredient that serves as a base for many a raw food recipe. Raw kelp noodles can be paired with numberless other ingredients to create pasta dishes that fall in line with the raw food diet. But kelp noodles are more than just a great staple for your kitchen&mda [...]

Wedderspoon Offers New Organic Raw Honey

mpetrush@gmail.com — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 18:00:00 +0100

Organic foods have steadily been gaining in popularity over the last few years. The green movement and other health-conscious ideologies, including the raw food diet, have certainly done much to promote the consumption of organic food [...]

Prepare for Winter: Cleanse Your Body with Zeolite!

mpetrush@gmail.com — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 18:00:00 +0100

Detoxification is a process that removes harmful substances from your body. The health benefits of cleansing your system are many—from the removal of dangerous elements to the increased efficiency of your body's functions. The winter months present many health hazards, and a compromised immune system may not be able to stand up against them. By using zeolite to prepare your body for the upcoming winter season, you could prevent yourself from developing a cold, the flu, or ot [...]

The Benefits of Organic Raw Dried Mangoes

mpetrush@gmail.com — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 18:00:00 +0100

Fruits are wonderful for the body. Refreshing and often packed with important vitamins and minerals, they provide a healthy snack and can cure even the most persistent sweet tooth. Dried mango is one of the most popular dried fruits on the market, as many people enjoy the crisp taste and ease with which it can be eaten.

But dried mango lov [...]

The Benefits of Adding Peruvian Mesquite Pod Meal to Your Diet

mpetrush@gmail.com — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 18:00:00 +0100

Every person, no matter what kind of diet they ascribe to, has a favorite list of foods; whether you follow a raw food diet, are vegan or vegetarian, or do not follow a specific plan at all, you are bound to have a few foods that you love. For some people, these foods can come in unexp [...]

The Benefits of Organic Siberian Pine Nuts

mpetrush@gmail.com — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 18:00:00 +0100

Organic pine nuts have been celebrated by people who love their taste for decades; however, the health benefits of Siberian pine nuts are just as important as the traditions surrounding them. The nuts that grow from Siberian pine trees can provide a boost to your health and a tasty addition to your diet.
Siberian pine trees, which are a variety of ced [...]

Wild Jungle Peanuts VS Regular Peanuts: What's the Difference?

mpetrush@gmail.com — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 18:00:00 +0100

When going grocery shopping, especially in a whole foods store that offers a bigger variety of natural and organic foods, figuring out which products to buy can be a challenge. With so many different variations of, essentially, the same kinds of foods, consumers can certainly get [...]

Can Golden Berries Help You Burn Fat?

mpetrush@gmail.com — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 18:00:00 +0100

Superfoods have recently taken center stage in the health food industry, as they are among the most effective components of a well-balanced, nutritious diet. Though their value as a part of a healthy diet is of course important, many people have been looking to superfoods to provide other benefits, such as help losing weight. Golden berries recomme [...]

Brazil Nuts Provide The Best Source of Selenium Among Raw Foods

mpetrush@gmail.com — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 18:00:00 +0100

Brazil nuts grow naturally in the Amazon forest. These large brown nuts may have a funny shape, but they come with a host of health benefits, which make eating a few a day well worth it.

Brazil nuts are a good source of healthy fat. High in calories and rich in monounsaturated fats, they help to [...]

Nut Milk Bags Provide Many Uses In a Raw Foods Kitchen

mpetrush@gmail.com — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 18:00:00 +0100

A nut milk bag is an essential tool for any raw food kitchen, as many recipes will call for the straining of fruits, nuts and seeds. These bags are called nut & seed milk bags, juicing bags, dehydrating bags and sprouting bags, reflecting the many purposes they serve. Make your raw food preparation process easier and more v [...]

Eat Raw Cacao for Minerals and Longevity

mpetrush@gmail.com — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 18:00:00 +0100

Raw chocolate is derived from the cacao bean. While most chocolate has been processed with unhealthy additives like dairy or sugar, chocolate consumed in its raw, natural form – cacao – actually provides many health benefits. Yes, chocolate can be good for you, which is very good news for chocoholics.

Raw cacao contains a lo [...]

Comparing the Spirooli and the Saladacco Spiral Raw Food Slicers

mpetrush@gmail.com — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 18:00:00 +0100

Can you imagine a raw pasta that’s as good as a cooked pasta? Noodles tossed with fresh vegetables, herbs and spices that make your mouth water sounds like an impossible creation in a raw food kitchen. After all, you normally have to boil pasta to cook it, and vegetables sweat a lot of flavor when they are heated in a pan. [...]

Ten Tips for Starting a Raw Food Diet

mpetrush@gmail.com — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 18:00:00 +0100

You may have heard all about the benefits of the raw food diet. And like any so-called diet, it is not without its risks. If not done properly, you could end up severely hurting your health, defeating the entire purpose of eating raw foods in the first place. If administered properly, however, a raw food diet can be a very healthy ad [...]

Comparing the Excalibur and Good4U Raw Food Dehydrators

mpetrush@gmail.com — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 18:00:00 +0100

Exposing raw foods to a high degree of heat causes them to lose most of their nutritional value. That’s why there are so many benefits to a raw food diet. Raw foods contain all of their essential vitamins and minerals, plus the enzymes that your body needs to maintain good overall health.

Traditional methods of food preservation, suc [...]

Natural Wild Oil of Oregano Reduces the Need for Synthetic Antibiotics

mpetrush@gmail.com — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 18:00:00 +0100

Drug resistance is becoming a huge concern among medical researchers and doctors. Bacteria have been known to develop a resistance to synthetic antibiotics like penicillin over the years, and as a result, these drugs are becoming less and less effective for the human population. However, bacteria never [...]

Bone Renewal Restores Bone Health in People on Raw Food Diets

mpetrush@gmail.com — Sun, 31 Jul 2011 18:00:00 +0100

People on raw food diets may have weaker bones. Studies show that raw food diets are associated with a lower bone density. Rapid weight loss may occur when someone first goes on a raw food diet, resulting in a loss in bone mass. Also [...]

Goldenberries: A Healthy Trade for Junk Food That Doubles As A Multivitamin

mpetrush@gmail.com — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 18:00:00 +0100

Many people opt for junk food when they are looking for a midday or afternoon snack. Perhaps your pantry contains its fair share of potato chips and cookies, and you’ve been looking for some healthier options to satisfy your hunger. Goldenberries, also known as Incan berries or Cape Gooseberries, are a healthy alternative and perfect addition to any [...]

Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth with Jumbo, Raw, Organic Monukka Raisins

mpetrush@gmail.com — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 18:00:00 +0100

It is common knowledge that eating foods high in sugar can be bad for you. Parents often try to limit the amount of candy and other sweets they allow into their children’s diets, as they can result in bad oral health. Most sweets are bad for yo [...]

Interview with Thor Bazler of Raw Power

mpetrush@gmail.com — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 18:00:00 +0100

Question #1: What are some raw food staples in your current diet? How did you start? Are you 100% raw?

Green-leafy vegetables, raw olives, celery, avocados, purple cabbage, coconuts, berries, bananas, green juice, sea vegetables, Raw Power Protein blend, Thor's Hammer cold-pressed tablets, and various raw superfood powders. I've bee [...]