Raw foodism
Raw Foodism
Raw foodism, also known as rawism or the raw food diet, is a dietary practice involving the consumption of primarily uncooked, unprocessed, and often organic or wild foods.
Pronunciation
- /rɔː ˈfuːdɪzəm/
Etymology
The term "raw foodism" is derived from the English words "raw", meaning "uncooked or unprocessed", and "-ism", a suffix used to denote a practice or belief system.
Definition
Raw foodism is a lifestyle choice or diet that involves consuming foods in their natural, unprocessed state. This typically includes fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, and sprouted grains and legumes. Some raw foodists also consume raw dairy products, raw fish, and raw meat.
Related Terms
- Veganism: A diet and lifestyle that excludes all animal products.
- Vegetarianism: A diet that excludes meat, but may include other animal products.
- Organic food: Food produced without the use of synthetic chemicals or genetically modified components.
- Sprouting: The practice of germinating seeds to be eaten raw or cooked.
- Detoxification: The physiological or medicinal removal of toxic substances from the body.
Benefits and Risks
Raw foodism is often associated with numerous health benefits, including weight loss, improved digestion, reduced risk of heart disease, and a lower environmental impact. However, it also carries potential risks, such as nutritional deficiencies and foodborne illnesses.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Raw foodism
- Wikipedia's article - Raw foodism
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