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After understanding the importance of seeds/ grains such as sprouts, micro-greens, and homegrown produce, the next step is to understand the importance of eating RAW.
Many food items can be consumed raw for their nutritional value. Some common items are:
1) Fruits: Apples, bananas, berries, oranges, grapes, mangoes, kiwis, pineapples, watermelons, etc.
2) Vegetables: Leafy greens like spinach, lettuce, and kale, as well as carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers, tomatoes, celery, broccoli, cauliflower, radishes, etc.
3) Nuts and Seeds: Various nuts like Almonds, walnuts, cashews, pistachios, peanuts, and seeds like sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, and flaxseeds, etc. can either be eaten or added to drinks like smoothies.
4) Legumes: Some legumes, such as peas, green beans, and snap peas can be eaten raw.
5) Herbs and Leafy Greens: Fresh herbs like parsley, cilantro, basil, mint, and dill can be used raw to flavor dishes. Some leafy greens are eaten raw in salads such as arugula and watercress.
6) Dairy and Dairy Alternatives: Some dairy products like cheese and yogurt can be consumed raw, while some non-dairy alternatives such as almond milk, coconut milk, and soy milk can also be consumed raw.
7) Seafood: Certain types of seafood can be eaten raw but with a lot of precaution. The most common examples are sushi-grade fish like salmon and tuna.
8) Eggs: Consuming raw eggs carries a risk of salmonella contamination. Still, raw eggs are sometimes used in dishes like steak tartare, Caesar salad dressing, or certain desserts
These are a few food items that can be eaten raw. However, one should strictly listen to one’s own body while deciding the consumption of raw food items as each body reacts differently to different food items. It's also important to be mindful of food safety guidelines while making such decisions, especially about animal products/dairy products. In the case of store-bought items like fruits and vegetables, these should be thoroughly washed and sterilized before raw consumption.
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