About Dr. Doug Graham

Dr. Douglas Graham, a lifetime athlete and raw fooder since 1978, is an advisor to world-class and motivated athletes and trainers from around the globe. He has worked professionally with top performers from almost every sport and every field of entertainment, including such notables as tennis legend Martina Navratilova, NBA pro basketball players Ronnie Grandison and Michael Porter Jr., track Olympic sprinter Doug Dickinson, pro women's soccer player Callie Withers, championship bodybuilder Kenneth G. Williams, Chicken Soup for the Soul coauthor Mark Victor Hansen, and actress Demi Moore. As owner of a fasting retreat in the Florida Keys for ten years, Dr. Graham personally supervised thousands of fasts. He was in private practice as a chiropractor for twenty years, before retiring to focus on his writing and speaking. Dr. Graham is the author of many books on health and raw food including The 80/10/10 Diet, The High Energy Diet Recipe Guide, Nutrition and Athletic Performance, Grain Damage, Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries, and his latest, Perpetual Health 365. He has shared his strategies for success with audiences at more than 4,000 presentations worldwide. Recognized as one of the fathers of the modern raw movement, Dr. Graham is the only lecturer to have attended and given keynote presentations at all of the major raw events in the world for each of the last eight years. Dr. Graham has served on the board of governors of the International Association of Professional Natural Hygienists and the board of directors of the American Natural Hygiene Society. He is on the board of advisors of Voice for a Viable Future, Living Light Films, Vegetarian Union of North America, and EarthSave International and serves as nutrition advisor for the magazine Exercise, For Men Only. Dr. Graham is the raw foods and fitness advisor for The801010Forum.com. He taught the Health Educator program at Hippocrates Institute, served as the "source authority" for Harmonious Living, and authors a column for the magazines Get Fresh! and Vibrance (previously known as Living Nutrition). Dr. Graham is the creator of "Simply Delicious" cuisine and director of Health and Fitness Week, which provides Olympic-class training and nutrition for people of all fitness levels in beautiful settings around the world. He will inspire, motivate, educate, and entertain you like no one else in the health movement can.

Why You Need Exercise for Adequate Nutrition

One of the things I’ve been accused of is doing more exercise so that I can eat more food: “Oh, you just do so much exercise just so you can eat more.” Although that’s really not the case, I do recognize … Continue reading

The Law of Identity and Its Application in Comparative Anatomy

Dr Graham with Coach Shelby on his back

During a recent study, I came across some interesting insights that I believe shed light on the unique nature of human beings. The Law of Identity states that creatures with anatomical and physiological similarities tend to thrive on similar types of … Continue reading

Hoshigaki, and the Origins of Persimmon Personality

Hoshigaki. That’s what dried persimmon are called in Japan. If you haven’t yet dried your own persimmon, you’ve missed out on a real treat, and you have something wonderful to look forward to. The two main types of persimmons are Fuyu and … Continue reading

Achieve Your Ideal Physique

“Three years from now, you’ll wish you had started three years sooner.” When it comes to our physical appearance, change doesn’t happen overnight.
However, if we dedicate ourselves to making a difference, our efforts can yield dramatic results. Continue reading

Don’t Be Fooled (The Truth About Biohacking)

Everywhere I look these days, someone is selling me a shortcut for something, and a product to go with it: Quick muscle growth, improved sex life, reverse aging, increased mental focus, etc.
But what’s the truth about biohacking? Continue reading

The Benefits of Meal Structure and Avoiding Grazing

During conversations, I often encounter the question of whether we, as humans, are meant to graze and eat small meals throughout the day. I firmly believe that our biology is designed for structured meals, not grazing, and I would like … Continue reading

What’s So Important About Fruit

Bananas with Lettuce for Lunch in Costa Rica

As a passionate advocate for optimal health and nutrition, I wanted to share some valuable insights with you regarding the significant benefits of including fruit in your daily diet.

First and foremost, I want to emphasize the importance of starting your day on a refreshing and hydrating note. Dehydration, even at levels as low as 1% of body weight, measurably reduces performance values. Continue reading

Why I Don’t Dry Tomatoes (With Recipe)

Over the decades I’ve tried many methods of drying tomatoes. The first attempt was 40 years ago.

I lived in Georgia, and the summers were HOT. I thought for certain I could dry tomatoes in the summer sun, and not have to use salt, as salt is used with almost all commercially available “sun-dried” tomatoes. Continue reading

The H2O Performance Difference

When exercising heavily, especially when there is a strong cardio component to the exertions, much of our digestive functioning is depressed. Digestion and absorption are effectively put on hold so that the body’s physiology can best support the exercise being undertaken. Continue reading

Raw Emotions: KEY Talk live online event

Does diet affect emotions? Discover how your emotions can serve you. Learn ways to overcome cravings. Watch this KEY Talk for your health, inner peace, and joy. Join the Grahams in this live online presentation followed by Q & A, and get your questions answered. Watch the replay anytime. Continue reading

Dangers of Cooked Food: KEY Talk live online event

Just what are the dangers of cooked food? Watch this KEY Talk for your health, the health of others, the environment, and more. Join Dr. Graham in this live online presentation followed by Q & A, and get your questions answered. Watch the replay anytime. Continue reading