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by Dr. Douglas Graham
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 recognizeSee More …
by Dr. Douglas Graham
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 ofSee More …
by Dr. Douglas Graham
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 andSee More …
by Dr. Douglas Graham
“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. See More …
by Dr. Douglas Graham
I once heard it said from the stage that when we blend our food, we lose more than 85% of the nutrients. Calories are nutrients. I know when I blend bananas, the smoothie still tastes good. But if I lostSee More …
by Dr. Douglas Graham
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? See More …
by Dr. Douglas Graham
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 likeSee More …
by Dr. Douglas Graham
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.See More …
by Dr. Douglas Graham
I was recently asked about ARX, the latest in what has been a long line of “revolutionary” fitness machines. My reply follows. ARX, short for adaptive resistance exercise, will work to some degree, if you work it, boring though it may See More …
by Dr. Douglas Graham
It's just like running out of gas
When involved in physical activity, be it an active job, doing sport, recreation, or plain old yard work, the muscles use fuel at an accelerated rate as compared to See More …
by Dr. Douglas Graham
T. C. Fry taught me a lot about hygiene, but he taught me a lot more about how to think. One time, out of the blue, he looked up at me during the middle of a chess game he was playing with his friend Max Huberman and said to me..See More …
by Dr. Douglas Graham
Over the past thirty years, I've trained hundreds of people to bring various aspects of healthful living to the general public. Many have become notable leaders in the raw movement. One, Nadder Montassir, has quietly and competently led more than a dozen retreats over the past five years focused strictly on helping people to regain their health through hygienic supervised fasting.See More …
by Dr. Douglas Graham
Before diabetes, heart disease, and cancer became the big concerns on the American health scene, before the rash of digestive disorders that now affects more than one out of every three adults, doctors noted the rising trend of obesity.See More …
Retreat News, On-Demand Webinars, New Retreats, Group Pricing, and More!See More …
by Dr. Graham
Are we naturally starch eaters? Is starch a health food, a staff of life, or a crutch? Join Dr. Graham in this live online KEY Talk presentation followed by Q & A, and get your questions answered. Watch the replay anytime.See More …
by Ronnie Smith
Attend lectures, classes, and workshops from Dr. Doug Graham, Prof. Rosalind Graham, and others. Meet 80/10/10 friends new and old, including some of the FoodnSport crew, all while enjoying 80/10/10 meals, fitness, fun, and more!See More …
by Dr. Graham
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.See More …
by Dr. D. Graham & Prof R. Graham
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.See More …
by Dr. Graham
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.See More …
by Dr. Graham
Dr. Graham talks about vegetable starches, addresses the cooking of starches, and answers the question of eating sweet potatoes, potatoes, pumpkins and other winter squashes raw.See More …
by Dr. Graham
Discover the 6 Facets of Fitness and unlock your athletic performance potential! Join Dr. Graham in this live online presentation followed by Q & A, and get your questions answered. Watch the replay anytime.See More …
by Lisa Holt
In this sample video from our 80/10/10 Family program, Lisa "Lightning Bolt" Holt discusses methods of reaching our goals and the importance of consistency.See More …
Missed the webinar about Banana Island Retreat? Watch the replay here.See More …
by Dr. Graham
Ever wonder why there's so much out there about the health benefits of certain oils, yet it seems Dr. Graham and others lump them all together and recommend avoiding them? See Dr. Graham's answer to this from our forums here. See More …
Missed the webinar about Women's Goddess Week? Watch the replay here.See More …
Many have been misinformed about the supposed health benefits of refined oils. Whether the oil comes from olives, coconuts, or sesame seeds, it's still just pure fat. In this video excerpt of a Q & A session Dr. Graham offers his insights as to how often we can healthfully use oils in our diets. Transcript included.See More …
Missed the webinar about Simply Delicious Culinary Skills Week? Watch the replay here.See More …
Missed the webinar about Health and Fitness Week? Watch the replay here.See More …
by Dr. Graham
Lose weight the healthy and easy way with 80/10/10. Join Dr. Graham in this live online presentation followed by Q & A, and get your questions answered. Watch the replay anytime.See More …
Discover our Food & Lifestyle Retreat! Dr Graham, Shari Letterman, Lisa "Lightningbolt" Holt, and Kevin Cosmo discuss the retreat experience in this webinar replay. Includes photos of the retreat meals, fitness, facilities, atmosphere and more. Transcript included.See More …
by Dr. Graham
Ever wonder just how much protein, fat, and carbs are burned and needed for different activity levels? See Dr. Graham's answer to this from our forums here. See More …
by Dr. Graham
Is fruit sugar dangerous or is it essential? Dr. Graham, in less than 3 minutes, logically demonstrates the absurdity of fruit being linked to cancer, diabetes, and other 'sugar' metabolic disorders. Excerpted from a live lecture. Transcript included.See More …
by Prof. Rozalind Graham
Video of Prof. Rozalind Graham talks about how people often use food as a coping mechanism and become addicted to certain foods or eating habits as a result. This is an excerpt from a presentation given at the Fresh Food Festival 2010.See More …
by Nicole Lana Lee
Third part of a five-part interview of Dr. Graham originally published September 7, 2014, entitled: 80/10/10: Best Foods to Boost Energy and Athletic Performance? (Part 3). Reprinted with permission from Ola Huna: Health Secrets Made Simple.See More …
by Prof. Rozalind Gruben (now Graham)
If you've never had the pleasure of attending one of this amazing woman's lectures, you're in for a treat. This content never grows old! Video of full presentation by Prof. Rozalind Gruben (now Graham) given at the First Organic Athlete Conference. Sep 24, 2005 San Francisco, CASee More …
We explore the top 10 health benefits of bananas. By the time you are done watching this top 10, you'll be hankering for a ripe and sweet banana, and know just some of the top health benefits that bananas have to offer.See More …
by Nicole Lana Lee
Part two of a five-part interview of Dr. Graham was originally published August 16, 2014, was originally entitled: 80/10/10: Cut Down Fat and Recover Twice as Fast from Workouts? (Part 2). Reprinted with permission from Ola Huna: Health Secrets Made Simple.See More …
by Nicole Lana Lee
This first part of a five-part interview of Dr. Graham was originally published August 11, 2014, was originally entitled: 80/10/10: The Hottest and Most Overlooked Diet For Athletes? (Part 1) Reprinted with permission from Ola Huna: Health Secrets Made Simple.See More …
by Dr. Douglas Graham
The focus of this article will be on Type 2 Diabetes, as Type 1 Diabetes is literally something that people are born with, although the medical people have stretched that usage to include people who give themselves Type 2 Diabetes at a fairly young age because Type 1 used to be called 'Childhood Onset' or 'Infant Onset' Diabetes. You were literally born with it and the idea that if you are a young person you don't get Type 2 Diabetes is still hanging on, but it's not really true. We are sicker than we have ever been in the history of humans. See More …
by Dr. Douglas Graham
Dr. Graham discusses his thoughts, practices, and opinions about supplements and supplementation in this video. Written transcript provided.See More …
by Dr. Graham
Learn about various retreats and the history of how they came about. Discover which retreats are best for you. See More …
by Kevin Cosmo
After a smiling momentary pause, “Yes, it is the most beautiful expression of selfishness,” the woman warmly replied, “It is not that adults would not or should not help the children and babies first, but rather that adults cannot properly help children without helping themselves first.”
Now, being the father of two children I have ample opportunity to experience the truth of this wise woman’s words, and the strongest example that comes to mind occurred in the following few months after having discovered The 80/10/10 Diet. See More …
Find out about our newest 80/10/10 Raw Retreats - the "80/10/10 Food & Lifestyle Retreat" and "Women's Physique Week!" Also find out how to sign up for Dr. Graham s free Retreat Webinars. You will learn many useful 80/10/10 health and fitness tips in the educational segments of these live webinars, and you will find out what each retreat specifically has to offer! And as always, Dr. Graham will…See More …
by Dr. Graham
Unlike its predecessors, which focused primarily on first aid, therapy, and the treatment of injuries while putting little emphasis on injury prevention, the emphasis of Prevention and Care of Injuries is on the procedures, concepts, and awareness that result in healthy athletes who are not likely to be injury prone.See More …
by Neda Guiv
As I continue my raw foods journey, I have come to appreciate the simplicity and pure enjoyment that comes from eating one fruit at a time. I am healing several digestive issues and have experienced the highest level of relief through eating water rich fruits in mono form. What exactly is a monomeal you ask? To eat one type of food for a meal. In the case of raw vegans, have one type of fruit or vegetable as a meal. For example, having a meal that consists of only peaches.
When introduced to this idea I thought it was a little bit dramatic and downright insane, and if you're not familiar with the concept, you may too. Fear not! When put into practice, I have experienced that this is the optimal way for my body to digest food effortlessly.See More …
by Dr. Graham
It isn't every day that one gets the chance to jump into a pool of ice water, swim underwater to the far end, break through the ice, and then laugh at yourself as your muscles completely fail you in your efforts to simply climb out of the freezing wet, unable to feel your legs. Nor do we often have the opportunity to crawl under a real army tank through thick, wet mud, carry someone your own weight up a long hill, climb high walls, steep ramps, and other forbidding obstacles, run through cages fitted with thousands of live electric wires, and attempt to conquer a dozen or so other fitness challenges, all during the course of an otherwise normal but very hilly, twelve-mile run. Tough Mudder is truly an assault course, designed to challenge and entertain reasonably fit individuals, with a variety of creative stations. I didn't master all of them, but I did complete the course.
The first few events were relatively tame ...See More …
by Dr. Graham
Full of fantastic physical fitness tips and tricks, Dr. Graham offers pool-goers some effective and enjoyable pool games to get your in tip top shape for the summer. See More …
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 routineSee More …
by Luke Sartor
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.See More …
by Luke Sartor
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.See More …
by Luke Sartor
“One's suffering disappears when one lets oneself go, when one yields―even to sadness.”
“It is only with one's heart that one can see clearly. What is essential is invisible to the eye.”
— Antoine de Saint-Exupryé
“Poise is just being yourself.”
— John Wooden
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.See More …
by Janie Gardener
"I personally found this practice quite helpful in high school, as I navigated some intense emotions and issues."
— Janie Gardener
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 opinionsSee More …
by Luke Sartor
“We cause our health, or we cause our sickness, through our mode of living!”
— Dr. Herbert M. Shelton
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.See More …
by Dr. Graham
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.
Calories Per Bite
A crucial steppingstone for success in a healthy raw diet is understanding the concept of...See More …
by Dr. Graham
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.See More …
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.See More …
by Dr. Graham
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.See More …
by Dr. Graham
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...See More …
by Dr. Graham
Fasting has been hailed as the ultimate rejuvenator. Done properly, it can take years off your appearance and add years to your life. Done improperly, fasting can be one of the worst, if not the last, experience of your life.See More …
by Dr. Graham
Now you can understand the role of stimulants as they relate to sports performance and your overall health. Learn why the use of stimulants must be considered an aging factor and how they increase your risk of injury. Learn which foods function as stimulants, and how they affect you. Want to be able to tell if something in your diet is a stimulant? Read this article and you will know for sure.See More …
by Dr. Graham
What is a fruitarian? Is fruitarianism the ultimate health and eating goal? Learn the importance of greens and how much of them should we eat. End the confusion between the botanical and culinary definitions of fruit.See More …
by Dr. Graham
If you have questions about fitness, you want to read this article. In a simple "yes and no" format, Dr. Graham answers the 101 most common questions about fitness.See More …
by Dr. Graham
Pay no attention to your fitness and it will go away. Add in that which is missing from your program and your fitness will improve dramatically. By paying more attention to the weakest link in any aspect of your health regimen, including your physical fitness, you stand to access the greatest possible return on investment.See More …
by Dr. Graham
In the raw-food arena, everyone seems to be concerned about nutrients in one form or another. If you want to know whether you are getting enough, you can follow these 12 simple guidelines.See More …
by Dr. Graham
Olives have a well-respected place in the annals of human history. They have been used for thousands of years, almost as long as the banana, a fruit with one of the most ancient histories of all. Olives, however, were not venerated as a food source; instead they were used as fuel and animal fodder. For this reason, and no other, olives earned the high regard and frequent mention of both ancient and modern peoples.See More …
by Dr. Graham
If you have ever been confused about the differences between the medical model, alternative medicine, and the health creation available through Natural Hygiene, read this article. It may be the first time that you can truly appreciate the marvelous health system that Nature has provided for us, and how to tap in to it in order to accumulate and create your own vitality and high level of health.See More …
by Dr. Graham
Most people take the following route to raw foods: they go vegetarian, then vegan, then raw. Some take the new shortcut—from cooked directly to not cooked. There are, of course, many variations on this theme. Whichever pathway you follow, the following profound nutritional truths are worthy of consideration ...See More …
by Dr. Graham
Is fruit a snack, a dessert, a meal, or something to be avoided entirely? Fruit has been consumed by people for as long as there have been people. It has a lengthy and prestigious history that has of late been somewhat tarnished. I believe fruit has been given a bad rap.See More …
by Dr. Graham
One of the major misconceptions about food is that it is a source of energy. Perhaps this is partly due to the fact that in the nutritional sciences, the words "fuel" and "energy" are synonymous. But in Natural Hygiene, "energy" and "fuel" mean different things. Food is not a source of energy, but it IS a source of fuel.See More …
by Dr. Graham
What is metabolism, anyway? In this article, you will learn what, exactly, the term metabolism means. And we will set the record straight concerning fast versus slow metabolizers. We will bring to light the contradictions found in the many dietary recommendations that have to deal with metabolism. We encourage you to draw your own conclusions.See More …
by Dr. Graham
Basic maintenance of the human frame is relatively simple. Health needs must be met, of course. But keeping your body beautiful has never been easier.See More …
by Dr. Graham
How did we let our forms deteriorate from the god or goddess that our parents saw in us as children, and what can we do about it now? Most of us know the answer to the first part of the question, and it is unique to each individual. It is the second part that really needs answering, and is the focus of this article.See More …
by Dr. Graham
Mention celery in any group of people and you will usually get very polarized responses. In general, most folks don't have very strong feelings about carrots, lettuce, cucumbers, or other vegetables, but when it comes to celery, it seems they either love it or they just plain hate it. And their reasons are as varied as are the characteristics of this many-splendored veggie.See More …
by Dr. Graham
The continuation of Dr. Graham's article delineating the most important factors involved in athletic recovery.See More …
by Dr. Graham
Are you overtraining or underrecovering? The answer to this question may be easier than you think. If you would like to get more from your fitness, and be active for a lifetime, this article is for you.See More …
by Dr. Graham
The low-fat diet (a maximum of roughly ten percent of total calories consumed) is universally recommended for maximum health and fitness results, by those health experts who consistently help people reverse disease and live vibrant lives. Understanding the low-fat concept can be a bit tricky for some people, as even small volumes of fat can provide such high quantities of calories as to be misleading.See More …
by Dr. Graham
When a piece of machinery is running efficiently and is properly cared for, we do not expect it to overheat. Something must go very wrong before overheating becomes a problem. The human body works in much the same fashion: properly cared for, our temperature never reaches the danger zone we call "fevered."See More …
by Dr. Graham
What if you had only one car, issued to you by the government when you turned eighteen? What would you do with it? This article presents an analogy for you, our health-concerned reader, to consider ...See More …