Start Your Day Raw
Start Your Day Raw
Start Your Day Raw
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as amended from time to time.
Disclaimer
The techniques and advice described in this book represent the
opinions of the author based on her experience. The author expressly
disclaims any responsibility for any liability, loss or risk, personal or
otherwise, which is incurred as a result of using any of the techniques,
recipes or recommendations suggested herein. If in any doubt, or
if requiring medical advice, please contact the appropriate health
professional.
C O N T E N T S
Hello
Basic plant-based diets
Why start your day raw?
What is Food Combination and Sequencing?
What to expect when you eat raw in the morning?
How to go raw in the morning?
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DAY 1
- Papaya on a Platter
- Banana and Swiss Chard Smoothie
DAY 2
- Watermelon Delight
- Mango Spinach Salad
DAY 3
- Raw Apple Burgers
- Kesar Elaichi Milk
About Rupinder Kaur
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Begin your raw food journey today and live the way you were meant to. Let your body be
nourished and cared for NATURALLY and see your energy, digestion, mood, skin, weight related
issues and a lot more improve in no time.
Rupinder Kaur
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Hello
I am Rupinder Kaur, founder of Raw Rasoi. I am writing with the mission to spread
the unbelievable benefits and healing powers of raw foodbased on my own lifechanging transformationto as many families as possible. Many people the world over
follow a raw vegan lifestyle see the miraculous benefits in their overall health and well
being, and if they can make the change then why not YOU?
When I switched to raw food my aim was to solve my chronic issues of acidity and
the continuous pain in the soles of my feet. Both problems were solved within 3 days of
my going fully raw but I never knew that in the long run this diet will also help me in
reversing my asthma which is considered a hereditary problem along with curing a host
of other problems like migraines, cervical spinal issues, insomnia, low blood pressure
and many more, along with the added benefit of losing all my excess weight.
Being a raw vegan, I get a lot of questions about my diet. The first thing people want to
know is What is Raw Food? and once I give a brief introduction and talk about the
benefits of going raw, the next question is always Where should I start from? This
e-book Start Your Day Raw is my answer. This book helps you in not only learning about
the benefits of a raw diet theoretically but actually experiencing them for yourself.
Making the recipes and tasting them in your own kitchen will make it an indispensable
part of your life.
Im delighted that you have decided to take the plunge and start your morning with raw
food and I will help you with the transition by giving you a 3 day meal plan. Whether
you are completely new to raw food or simply want to make a fresh start, this 3 day
breakfast guide will lead you step-by-step to everything that you need to know to make
sure that your raw morning is as nutritionally dense, filling, simple to understand, easy to
follow, doable, time saving and as delicious as possible.
Any reservations you might have had before are sure to change once you try my 3 day
plan. I promise you will agree that raw food is the healthiest and easiest eating choice
and you will want to keep your mornings raw from hereon. It will not be a surprise if feel
like you want to go fully raw for day and seriously begin considering it as a lifestyle choice
in the future.
I wish you have the most rewarding journey and achieve maximum results by simply
uncooking in the morning hours!
Rupinder Kaur
(www.rawrasoi.com)
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First let us understand the three primary plant based diets, see where they are derived from
and how they are different from each other in their theory, practice and basic belief structure.
This will enable you to view them on a larger scale and a holistic way.
Vegetarianism
Vegetarians are people who consume a primarily plant based diet with no animal flesh for
a variety of reasons from religious practices to personal code of ethics. There are several
variations as some vegetarians consume milk, cheese, curd, ghee, and honey but no eggs
or animal flesh. Some along with having dairy and dairy products also include eggs in their
diet. While others along with eggs, might also choose to eat fish occasionally based on their
personal choice and preference.
Veganism
Vegans follow a strict plant based diet. They are a subset of vegetarians who refrain themselves
from consuming products which are derived from or involve animals in any way i.e. no milk
and milk products like ghee, cheese, curd or eggs and honey etc. People follow a Vegan diet
either because of health reasons or their ethical values. People on this progressive lifestyle
do not support animal cruelty and hence dont even use cosmetics tested on animals, clothes
with fur, leather bags, belts and shoes, decorative items made from ivory etc. They eat only
fruits, vegetables, grains, nuts, seeds, beans and legumes.
Raw Veganism
Raw vegans eat mostly the same foods as the vegans, like fruits, vegetables, sprouts, leafy
greens, sprouted grains, seaweed, nuts and seeds in many creative ways. What makes them
different is the fact that they do not cook them in any way i.e. they dont bake, blanch, boil,
steam, braise, broil, fry, fricasse, roast, toast, grill, stew, simmer or saut any of these food
items. Their food is never heated above 110 degrees Fahrenheit i.e. the temperature above
which the essential enzymes are destroyed. In short, raw vegans eat the way Mother Nature
grows it. The idea behind not cooking the food is to make digestion and assimilation even
more efficient, while safeguarding and reaping the benefits from all vitamins, minerals,
phytonutrients, and enzymes as present in nature. Hence the food is nutritionally dense.
To know more about the raw vegan lifestyle, see our FAQs section on www.rawrasoi.com.
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Mornings are the most important time of the day. How you begin your day has a huge
impact on how you feel the rest of the day. The body wakes up in the morning for a fresh
start after about 8-9 hours of sleep, so it is crucial to feed your body well at this time.
Mornings are also when the body eliminates and detoxifies itself. It is important that the
system is flushed properly every time. To help keep our bowel movements regular we need
to eat food which aids in this process.
Until the discovery of fire, our ancestors survived using their instincts, by finding and
consuming fruits and herbs that they gathered while they roamed the untamed outdoors.
The advent of farming created abundance of food but brought with it the danger of
repetitive food intake. Today, we are used to a diet that has created so many health issues
in our society. It is important that we change the way we look at food and go back to the
rich, nutrient dense, healthy, varied diet that our ancestors ate.
Drinking water first thing in the morning is the best way to start the day. It not only hydrates
the body, but also helps wake up the digestive system to get things moving in our body.
It is important to always drink water on an empty stomach, and at least twenty minutes
before meals because consuming liquid with your meal dilutes the digestive juices required
to properly digest the food.
The most important reason to eat raw living plant foods is that they are rich in water content.
Each fruit and vegetable contains all the water of that plant. This is the bio available water
not the tap or spring water. It is the water which the plant has recived through both
natural and manmade sources filtered through the roots and branches of the plants, trees,
scrubs and vines over a period of time. Our bodies are reported to be approximately 72%
water. Water is lost through the kidneys, bowels, lungs and skin so we need to constantly
replenish that water.
Most people know they should be eating more fruits and veggies, but dont know how to
incorporate them into your diet. It is ideal to eat enough of fresh fruits at one time. When
fruits are eaten alone, the stomach can more easily process all of the nutrients, fibre and
the simple sugars present in it. This is the optimal and proper way to benefit from the fruit
you eat. The best time to eat a bounty of fruit is in the morning on an empty stomach. Fruits
digest very easily and quickly, because of this when eaten with or after cooked food they
ferment causing bloating, toxins, and a host of digestive problems.
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When you switch to a raw breakfast, it is important to eat enough amounts of fruit at a
single time- in the form of a fruit salad, smoothie or just plain fruit. You can prepare a large
bowl of the fruit of our choice or even make a large serving of green smoothie consisting
of fruits and green vegetables and fill yourself enough to keep you satisfied until lunch
time. You will find that you are consuming more amount of food since fruit has a high water
content and lots of fibre that fills you up fast but is also digested very quickly and hence, to
remain full until lunch you will have to eat more quantity of fruits than you would have with
cooked food which has more calorific density.
Food in its raw state is full of life force or what in Ayurveda is known as prana i.e. it still
contains all the enzymes that can be planted to renew life. Vegetables and fruits have all the
nutrients-micro as well as macro- we need in their highest quality and most easily digestible
form. Apart from carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins and minerals, they are the best
source for electrolytes, enzymes, phyto-nutrients, and natural antioxidants. All these
nutrients are active and make you feel energized and alive as experienced by people who
switch to a predominantly or fully raw diet.
It is hence important to note that raw food not only provide sumptuous amounts of calories,
proteins, fat, carbohydrates, fiber, and sodium but also provide abundant antioxidants,
enzymes and phytonutrients, which are not measured in the standard data. Better nutrition
not only helps prevent disease and achieve optimum health but also slows the aging process.
Raw food provides a wonderful opportunity to streamline your health as well as save a lot
of time in food preparation- especially during the morning rush hours. Eating a nutritious
breakfast should be top priority in our hectic lives. With all of us- men as well as womenbecoming busier, with full time jobs with long working hours, travelling and family
responsibilities, we can find solace in the fact that weve started our day on the right note
with raw food. Eating an entire meal raw will leave you feeling satisfied, yet light.
I encourage raw foods because of their healing and health-promoting benefits and because
they dont cause harm to animals or the environment.
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Food combination refers to combining various foods for eating in an optimal way in order to
digest and assimilate nutrients from the food in the most efficient manner. It is based on the
belief that eating should not be complicated but as natural and simple for our body to digest
food properly. Confusing the body by eating too many different types of food with different
digesting times can be harmful and create many issues such as heartburn, gas, flatulence,
abdominal pain and swelling. Knowing how to combine foods can help keep these digestive
issues at bay.
The common misconception of eating a balanced diet has been to combine all kinds of foods
on a single plate to create a balanced meal in which various foods exist in an optimum
proportion thought to provide the best nutritional value. Although in theory it covers all the
bases of nutrition, it doesnt lead to optimum digestion and assimilation of food.
On studying the numerous ancient cultures and civilizations of the world, it has been
found that they kept their food intake very simple. A single food was consumed alone or
in combination with one of two more foods. Such simple eating patterns have subsisted
human beings for several thousands of years and hence have a huge impact on the evolution
of our digestive systems. Eating in a similar way as our ancestors, especially for those of us
who suffer from a disrupted digestive system is bound to be beneficial not only to heal but
to stay healthy even in the later stages of life.
Furthermore, sequencing of food plays a major role in conservation of the bodys energy.
Foods, when combined appropriately, are digested quickly and easily which saves a lot of
energy that can otherwise be used for functions such as growth, healing and repair of body,
mind and spirit. Successful healing can be directly related to reduction in digestive stress,
as the body is then free to use the extra energy for other purposes. People often associate
fruit with gas, constipation, or bad digestion in general, simply because they are eating fruit
at the wrong time and in terrible combinations. Never eat fruit after you have ingested
cooked food; eat fruit first. This is the most important food combining principle to follow.
For optimal digestion, if you choose to eat cooked food, enjoy it later in the day, at least
one and a half hours after eating fruit. Some people experience gas and bloating when
transitioning to a low fat raw vegan diet simply because their body is not used to such large
quantities of water-rich fruits loaded with fibre.
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A lot of our food choices depend on their availability which might vary with the season,
climate, soil factors, where you are located, and the market conditions. Once you know the
guidelines of food combination, you will be able to choose compatible food combinations
wherever you may be-at the restaurant, the store, at home or someone elses residence, or
travelling. The more you apply these principles, the easier it becomes to continue applying
them, making it a very beneficial and healthy habit. Not only will it help you in attaining
optimum digestion and assimilation of nutrients but also help you design your own recipes
and meal plans to create well balanced recipes independently.
Liquids:
Acid Fruits:
Sweet Fruits:
Melons:
Sub-Acid Fruits:
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WATER
JUICE
FRUIT
MELONS
WHEATGRASS JUICE
MOST VEGETABLES
0-15 MINS
15-30 MINS
30-60 MINS
30-60 MINS
60-90 MINS
1-2 HOURS
If you read the fruit combination chart given on the other page you can understand a lot of
concepts. For easy understanding, I am listing some key points which one should always keep
in mind while following a raw food diet. This will ensure that your efforts and time are being
put in the right direction and you achieve your health related goals without any hurdles.
Always consume all types of Melons on their own; they do not combine well with any
other food.
All other fruits can be eaten in combination with or without green neutral vegetables
e.g. lettuce, kale, celery and/or cucumbers, on an empty stomach
Acidic citrus fruits are not to be combined with sweet fruits.
Small amounts of acidic fruits may be eaten with avocado.
Tomatoes go well with avocado
Avocado combines well with any kind of vegetable and non sweet fruit but should be
eaten less until you have recovered from your conditions.
The above guidelines are the basis on which fruits can be combined in the best way for
optimum digestion. And once you feel the difference in your health, you will never feel like
resorting to your old eating habits!
Along with eating raw food in the morning you can also make some significant changes in
your other meals for the rest of the day to stay healthy and fit.
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Having one raw meal obviously isnt much, so just about anyone can do it (although if you
have any reason to doubt that, absolutely consult your health practitioner for professional
advice first), and whats more, Ive made the whole process so ridiculously simple it will be
a whole lot easier than you may have thought.
As to what you can expect, well, that will depend on a few key factors like your previous
and present diet and lifestyle, your previous and present overall health, how much physical
work you do, how much stress you take and how closely you follow the plan. However,
generally speaking, by the end of your three mornings on raw you can expect to see or feel
any or all of the following:
Increased energy level and attention span
Clearer skin and eyes
Improved sleep
Lightness in your body and emotions
A sense of peace in your mind
Greater positivity
Higher range of expressivity
Less puffiness and bloating in your face and body
Slight weight loss
I assure you that you will see an improvement in your health in more ways than one by the
end of the 3 days as you will be detoxifying and clearing out your system, but you might
experience certain symptoms of the toxins being released into your blood stream such as a
mild headache Continue to drink plenty of water if possible with fresh lemon juice. I would
suggest you not to worry about it as it will pass, leaving you feeling better than ever before.
but if you have any doubts, you should consult your doctor first.
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No big investments, training or expensive equipments required at this stage to get started.
Just follow these action steps one by one and you will be ready to go raw in the morning
in no time.
1. Decide which three days you are going to go raw in the morning and mark them on
your calendar.
2. Make your shopping list for your ingredients based on the season, geographical location
and your own personal preferences.
3. If you buy organic or plan to buy organic only, plan according to when your next supply is
delivered or until the next farmers market in your area. Start the following day. If you are
dependent on the local fruit shops, you can buy your produce a day before.
4. Make sure you have the basic equipment easily available and in working condition.
5. Before you actually start, ensure that your fruit is properly ripe and ready to eat. Unripe
fruit does not digest well and will lead to discomfort.
6. Simply follow each recipe to the letter each day. If you dont have access to a blender or
electricity for some reason, just skip the smoothie and have a salad.
7. If any fruit mentioned in the given recipes is not in season or available locally in your
town or city, or is not your favourite, simply replace it with what you have or like.
8. If you are working, simply make yourself a smoothie in a bottle or pack your salad into
a box. If you are running out of time or travelling, just have fruits that can be consumed
directly after peeling or washing.
9. Make sure you eat sufficient quantities of whatever you have to avoid under-eating and
feeling hungry and tired later.
10. Observe how you feel at the end of each day after going raw in mornings. Keep a diary
throughout the 3-day regimen and record your observations for later comparisons.
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The purpose of this book is to provide simple raw food recipes that work for families on a
daily basis. The recipes in this book serve to begin increasing fresh plant foods in your diet
for a healthier lifestyle.
Some think they cant do raw foods because its too complicated, but the healthiest way to
eat raw foods is to do so most simply. The recipes are designed for those looking for quick,
easy and tasty recipes. All the recipes reflect proper food combining, which I recommend
on a daily basis for ease of digestion. As your palate becomes acclimated to these healthier
natural foods, recipes will be needed less and less, and you will naturally get used to
combining foods correctly.
The 3 day morning meal plan discussed in this book provides an easy and quick solution
requiring minimum time and effort. The simplicity of the plan makes it the go-to option
when looking to save time in the kitchen. Most of the recipes given in this book can be made
in less than 15 minutes, and in just 3 days of raw eating you will be able to see and feel the
difference in your health.
This 3 day breakfast plan is based on- simplicity at mealtime, variety throughout the year.
As you become accustomed to this concept you will discover the joy of eating seasonally
and anticipating the taste sensations each new bounty of fruits that it brings every season.
Feel free to experiment! Use this guide as a tool to help you discover your own favourite
combinations.
Below, you will find two raw recipes for each day. One is a salad and the other is a juice or
smoothie. You can have both or any one - Its up to you. Just remember you have to eat
enough, whichever you choose to eat. To prepare the recipes all you will need is a knife, a
chopping board and a blender! If you are determined to continue after 3 days you can make
your own menu. Simply write your favourite fruit you plan to eat each day in your diary and
make sure you buy them a day before. Do refer to the fruit combination and sequencing
chart whenever required.
Its my sincere wish that these basic recipes will bring you and your family abundant health
and well-being.
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DAY 1
Papaya on a Platter
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Banana and Corriander
Smoothie
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Papaya on a Platter
A mono meal of sweet Papaya in the morning is a wonderful way to begin your day.
Papayas are readily available all year round, rich in nutrition and help aid digestion.
1 medium peeled and sliced Papaya
Wash and peel the papaya. Cut it into slices and remove the seeds. Chop the pieces in a
large platter and enjoy to your heartful!
Raw Rasoi Tip:
You can also have a mono meal of any fruit of your choice.
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DAY 2
Watermelon Delight
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Mango Spinach Salad
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Watermelon Delight
A hydrating drink of sweet, watery Watermelon early in the morning is the
best thing to start your day with. It is so simple and tasty that you will love
having it every day.
1 medium Watermelon peeled and sliced
Slice the Watermelon and put it in a blender. Process it on high speed until
smooth. Strain through a mesh. Relish every sip.
Raw Rasoi Tip: Choose any melon of your choice.
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DAY 3
Raw Apple Burgers
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Kesar Elaichi Milk
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Congratulations
for successfully completing the
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