Raw Living Foods


“Dessert for Breakfast? Sure! Why not? Have fun and enjoy the sweetness of your morning with this raw Banana Blueberry Smoothie! It’s creamy, delicious, and even low-fat! Who’s ready to indulge? YUM!” (FullyRawKristina)
We feel our best when we eat foods that keep us balanced and full of energy! These foods help us maintain an alkaline state in our bodies. Our internal acid-alkaline balance is one of our primary health balances. If our bodies become too acidic, disease follows. If our bodies are alkaline, disease cannot take hold. Eat at least 3 of these a day!
Dacha Gardens of Russia Produce 40% of the Nation’s Food While many in the world are completely dependent on large scale agriculture, the Russian people feed themselves. Their agricultural economy is small scale, predominantly organic and in the capable hands of the nation’s people. Russians have something built into their DNA that creates the desire to grow their own food. It’s a habit that has fed the Russian nation for centuries. It’s not just a hobby but a massive contribution to Russia’s agriculture.  In 2011, 51% of Russia’s food was grown either by dacha communities (40%), like those pictured in Sisto-Palkino, or peasant farmers (11%) leaving the rest (49%) of production to the large agricultural enterprises. But when you dig down into the earthy data from the Russian Statistics Service you discover some impressive details. Again in 2011, dacha gardens produced over 80% of the countries fruit and berries, over 66% of the vegetables, almost 80% of the potatoes and nearly 50% of the nations milk, much of it consumed raw. While many European governments make living on a small-holding very difficult, in Russia the opposite is the case. In the UK one councillor’s opinion regarding living on the land was, “Nobody would subject themselves to that way of life. You might as well be in prison”; tell that to a nation of gardeners living off the land. During the communist period school children were obliged to visit their local farms to get hands-on experience harvesting food at a time when about 90% of the nation’s food came from dacha gardens. During the same period every child would be expected to play their part in growing the family’s food from their small patch of Russia. While the percentage of food grown by Russia’s dacha has fallen since then it is still a massive contribution to the nation’s food and forms an important part of their rural heritage. Take a walk through the street’s of Russia’s cities, like St. Petersburg, and you will find people selling herbs, fruit, berries and vegetables from their dacha gardens. Unlike many cities in Europe and the USA, Russian cities are peppered with small corner shops selling locally grown food in all shapes, colors and sizes still carrying their native Russian soil.    If you were to visit a typical Russian dacha you’re likely to be greeted with a welcoming dish called okroshka, a refreshing cold soup made from home grown cucumber, radish, spring onion, fresh dill and parsley all swimming in kvas (a home made rye bread drink) with sour cream or kefir.
The beauty and diversity of nature! Feast your eyes on this rainbow of heirloom tomatoes. There are over 7500 different varieties of tomatoes in the world. How many have you tried?
“Want to look and feel a little younger? Eating this raw age-reversing sprout salad will help! Sprouts are high-protein packed and are great to top on any dish! They have been known to boost energy and take years off your life. Throw all these ingredients in a bowl and enjoy!” (FullyRawKristina)
More great reasons to include more COLOR aka fruits and veggies in your diet! Here are a few great ones.
Raw Pasta with Tomato Basil Marinara This is one of my favorite raw meals. It’s not only delicious and nutrient dense, but also super easy to make! Ingredients: 1 Cup of Cherry or Grape Tomatoes 1/4 Cup of Sundried Tomatoes 1/4 Cup of Hempseeds 1 Clove of Garlic Handful of Basil Tablespoon of Oregano Tablespoon of Thyme 5 Zucchinis Spiralize the zucchinis into pasta using a tool called a spiralizer. Blend all other ingredients in a high speed blender or food processor, pour over the pasta and enjoy! :)
Want the secret to clear skin? Eat foods that shine from within! These raw foods help our skin regain its glow! This is REAL natural skin care!
“Feeling the need for fuel?! Drink this smoothie for champions before an intense workout! Fruits give us the simple carbohydrates that we need to feel energized, hydrated, and satisfied! Blend up this tropical mix and feel empowered! Who’s ready for one of these?!” (FullyRawKristina)
I love to use organic ginger in my raw recipes. Many people have heard of using ginger to combat nausea but did you know it can also be used to treat dysmenorrhea (fancy name for menstrual cramps). The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine published a clinical study that found ginger to be comparable to over the counter non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications for pain. Ginger is a powerhouse of health benefits and is also shown to kill cancer cells, relieve migraines, and prevent and treat the cold and flu.