Your Raw Wellness

Do you have a weight problem? Are you dealing with obesity and the gamut of issues related with being overweight like a greater risk of colon problems and heart disease? Sadly, the latest statistics show that in America, 60% people are either overweight or obese.

All over the world, cardiovascular surgeons and dieticians have been recommending a high fiber diet for successful weight loss. Research has shown the key role played by a balanced diet in prevention of chronic illnesses and longevity. A balanced diet should be low in animal products and fat, and high in vegetables, fruits and any other high fiber foods.

A balanced diet, by its very definition tends towards ‘vegetarianism.’ Such a diet can help regulate digestion, maintain healthy cholesterol and blood sugar levels. However vegetarianism is not a short-term diet – it’s a lifestyle choice. Research shows a statistical correlation between long term vegetarianism and more physical activity and less smoking and drinking related toxicity. Vegetarians also show lower death rates from chronic disease.

There are various types of vegetarians:

• Vegans or strict vegetarians – They do not eat or use any animal products. Fur and leather is avoided along with edible products of animal origin like honey. Their staple diet is rich in vegetables, fruits, legumes, grains, seeds and plant based fats.

• Raw vegans – They are vegans whose diet consists of largely raw vegan foods. This includes foods like sprouted grains, fermented foods, and untreated plant fats. In recent years, this diet has become popular because it is provides a simple and tasty way to weight loss. Raw vegan foods also have high fiber content so people don’t feel hungry on this diet.

• Lacto-ovo vegetarians – They include dairy products (lacto) and eggs (ovo) in their diet along with fruits and vegetables. This diet provides a great way to transition from a non-vegetarian diet to a vegetarian diet because its not as strict as vegans.

• Pesco- and Pollo-Vegetarians – Pesco-vegetarians include fish in their diet whereas pollo-vegetarians include chicken. Thus, these cannot be strictly included in vegetarianism. However, they are strong advocates of healthy and organic food choices for detoxification and health reasons.

A vegetarian diet, regardless of its form, gives a weight loss benefit mainly due to its calorie density. This means that a fiber rich diet fills you up quicker, and helps curb your appetite. That is a natural way to eat less and shed excess weight.

However, even vegetarians need to watch their overall calorie intake to remain healthy. A vegetarian brownie or lasagna can add to the waistline as easily as burgers and fries. If you go vegetarian, you must have a variety of plant based foods and high fiber whole grains and avoid fatty foods to maximize benefits.

If you are concerned with good health and a long life, you must consider vegetarianism or at least increase your intake or raw foods and fiber. Along with weight loss benefits, a vegetarian diet can increase our energy levels and reduce risk of chronic diseases. Isn’t that worth considering?

The majority of people in the United States are overweight. A number of them are obese or close to it according to recent studies. Obesity increases threats of colon problems and heart disease. If you are one of these people, you should not feel alone.

If you are searching for a weight loss program that will work as well as a way to keep the weight off and stay healthy once you get to your goal, consider research that has been done on the topic. Most cardiovascular surgeons and dietitians agree on the importance of a diet high in fiber and low in fat. That means a lot of fruits and vegetables and a lower amount of fat can keep you healthy and in the weight range where you would like to be.

The research that led to the agreement on the importance of a high fiber diet has created an interest in vegetarian diets. Vegetarian diets are not a fad diet though. Those who are on these diets have taken on a new life-style of being vegetarians. And the life-change pays off. Those who live a vegetarian lifestyle have noticeably lower death rates from illnesses and are generally in better shape.

There are a number of different styles of vegetarians. Here are some of those vegetarian varieties.

• Strict vegetarians or vegans – Avoid all animal products. This is not just meat and milk, but also items such as honey. Their diets consist of protein from seeds and beans, plant based fats, and fruits, vegetables and grains.
• Raw vegans – In addition to taking part in a vegan diet, raw vegans also eat foods in a raw form, meaning these foods come in their natural form and are not treated. Many parts of a raw vegan diet would be sprouted grains, untreated plant fats, and living as well as fermented foods.
• Lacto-ovo vegetarians – Not all vegetarians avoid all animal related items. Lacto-ovo vegetarians think consumption of milk and eggs are ok. That is where the name came from dairy – ‘lacto’, eggs – ‘ovo’
• Pesco- and pollo-vegetarians – Some vegetarians still eat some kinds of meats in limited quantities. Pesco-vegetarians believe in addition to a high in fruits, vegetables and beans diet that adding some fish in is alright. Pollo-vegetarians believe that some chicken is an acceptable addition to their otherwise completely vegetarian diet.

So, why does a vegetarian diet work so well to lose weight and keep it off? The answer is simple. Since the majority of the foods that are accepted on a vegetarian diet are very low in calories you can still have large dishes of food without the high caloric intake price. That means you can fill a plate, fill your stomach, and still keep your calorie count low, and help control your appetite, which will lead to weight loss.

But you can’t just eat as much as you want on a vegetarian diet. While most of the foods are very low in calories, there are still some that can cause you to keep the pounds on and even add a few here and there. If your vegetarian diet is filled with items made with coconut oil or other vegetable oils, the fat content in those ingredients can keep you from losing weight. That’s why it’s important to focus on the high-fiber fruit, vegetable and grain items on the vegetarian diet.

If you have been on the weight loss merry-go-round for too long, or just would like to start a healthier life, a long-term change of your diet may be the answer. With proven positive health effects it is a common sense solution. But even if a full vegetarian lifestyle is not for you, adding more high-fiber foods into your diet can be a big boost to your overall health and send you on the path to weight loss.

Raw Food: In this episode of Jenna’s Healthy Kitchen, kickboxing champion Don “The Dragon” Wilson is Jenna Norwood’s special guest. Don and Jenna make a healthy Veggie Fried Rice. It’s an un-fried, no-rice raw food recipe. It’s easy and surprisingly delicious! Don has special kitchen skills. Watch him karate chop a carrot with his foot. Don “The Dragon” is in the Guinness Book of World Records for winning the most kickboxing championships and he’s starred in more than 30 films. Check out “The Sentinel,” coming up on the Sci Fi Channel. Don’s face will also be appearing on a Chinese stamp soon.

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In this episode of “Jenna in the Jungle” we explore the jackfruit tree which we learn was the flavor inspiration for Juicy Fruit gum! Its fruit is the largest tree borne fruit in the world. The jackfruit tree is a fast-growing tree that yields approximately 100 fruits per year, with the average fruit weighing in at nearly 20 pounds each! Surprisingly, the interior contains a sticky, white latex. Come along with Jenna as she gets introduced to new and exotic tastes in her Hawaiian jungle adventure!

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Aired : 01/02/2010

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