As a proven fitness leader, Dr. Graham applies consistency and creativity
to his workouts. There are several components to succeeding as a raw
vegan. Fitness is primary. You simply must be fit enough to drive the
calorie demand to consume the volume of food that will leave you both
satisfied and well nourished. Here are a few of Dr. Graham’s favorite
exercises. Incorporate one or more into your fitness routine Continue reading
Terrific recipes that are quick, and great for kids too! Continue reading
Here is one of the fabulous recipes the Culinary Skills Week 2011 students created this year. It is an overt-fat-free hors d’œuvres with a beautiful presentation and delicious taste combination, perfect for special occasions when you don’t want to eat overt fats. Continue reading
Vigorous physical activity is a joyous celebration of movement. It can be a form of art, a means of release, a source of fun, or an inner exploration. To be active is a privilege, and it is high time that we experience regular activity in our lives. Children aren’t the only ones to thrive when they move about a lot; we do too. Without exercise, we grow tired and our attitude becomes stale. Moving is a source of pleasure, and the temporary “high” we obtain from it is a natural and constructive means of enhancing our mood. Continue reading
The word inspiration comes from the Latin word inspirare, which means “to breathe into” or “to breathe upon.” In ancient Roman times, to inspire came to mean “to breathe deeply,” but it also took on the meaning “to instill [something] into the heart or the mind of someone.” Inspiration was considered the breath of God, and it was perceived as flowing into people, instilling them with new reasons to live. Continue reading
Fruit consumption is just plain easy. It is generally easy to harvest-either growing on vines that are easily reached or falling from trees when ripe. It requires no preparation and can often be eaten with bare hands. Its texture requires minimal chewing, making it easy to eat by the very young and the very old alike. Continue reading
A beautiful favorite at the Washington State retreat this year. Served for “Dot Day” themed dinner. Continue reading
Relax and enjoy this smoothie and start your exercise recovery in style! Continue reading
The emotional journal is not like a traditional ";what happened today" news-reporting type of journal. Rather, it's is a place where you can be totally honest with yourself, without concern about anyone else's opinions Continue reading
“Poise is just being yourself.”
Are emotional issues holding you back from your goals? Ever wonder if it is possible to remain emotionally stable without suppressing your emotions in the process? Want to learn more about emotional poise, stability, and the importance of letting feelings flow? This article examines these topics, as well as how emotional poise affects many aspects of our lives, and how we can achieve it. Continue reading
In the coming months, we will be presenting a series of short articles about each of the 32 fundamental elements of health, as identified on page 10 of The 80/10/10 Diet. Today we present a list of the 32 factors, so that we can all prepare for the coming lessons! This list is not exhaustive, nor it is presented in any particular order or ranking. However, we consider the first ten to be indispensable, essential, for even a moderate level of true health.
Most of these elements work synergistically. That is, when we incorporate any one of them into our lives, others may be enhanced as well. Conversely, a neglected or out-of-balance element can diminish the integrity of one or more of the others. Continue reading
Have you heard? FoodnSport is winning awards!! Continue reading
Delicious chocolate recipe without the chocolate! Continue reading
"I tried a high-fat raw vegan lifestyle but just felt so sluggish and depressed. I wasn't obtaining enough carbohydrates to meet my energy requirements, so I began to binge on sweet foods. Yes I felt better than when I was on a standard diet but still not great, and it wasn't sustainable. When I switched to high fruit, the heavens opened! I felt like a new person; I knew I had found the answer!" Continue reading
Only a few people have consistently maintained a completely raw diet over a period of years that lasted into decades. For many folks, the raw food diet is an experiment that fails rapidly. Initial weight loss results are deemed positive, when a person has weight to lose, but for those who are already thin, this first response of rapid weight loss and subsequent fatigue tends to be received in a negative light. Of course, everyone blames the diet, ignoring the details of how they actually applied it. The old adage “practice makes perfect” is applicable, but it should be amended to say, “perfect practice makes perfect,” for those who fail early tend to give up rather than persist and pull through.
A crucial steppingstone for success in a healthy raw diet is understanding the concept of… Continue reading
Interested in nutrition? Sure, that's a huge part of why we made dietary changes. Concerned about nutrition? Yes, that's why we are committed to improving our regimen. Would the words, "worried about nutrition" (in a healthy way, of course) describe us? Definitely, we are worried about nutrition, or so I am told, and that is where we become vulnerable. Continue reading
Most folks seem to think that fasting means not eating. Well, certainly, that is part of the story. But by no means is it the entire picture, and using the word in that way often misleads people. I would like to explain a bit more about what a fast really entails, and how to make it as effective and efficient as possible. Continue reading
This interview was originally featured on the raw natural hygiene community forum, moderated by 811 Allstar Grant Campbell. Learn more about Dr. Graham, as a person, and health enthusiast in this personal interview. Continue reading
Nutrition is a perennial hot topic, no matter what your diet. And, it seems, almost everyone considers themselves to be experts on the subject. Just ask anyone if they think they eat well, or tell them that you are considering eating a diet made up solely of raw fruits and vegetables, and see what kind of response you get. Continue reading
Nutrition is a perennial hot topic, no matter what your diet. And, it seems, almost everyone considers themselves to be experts on the subject. Just ask anyone if they think they eat well, or tell them that you are considering eating a diet made up solely of raw fruits and vegetables, and see what kind of response you get… Read Part 2 now… Continue reading