Here is an update on my “Peas on Earth” raw food challenge. My goal was not to eat 100% raw, but rather to take in the proper amount of hydration (water) and 2 bunches of greens. I think when I went raw originally I was overwhelmed with the changes that I missed the core of our dietary intake.My appetite and emotions are much more balanced on the greens. I am learning to break emotional eating patterns and eat for nourishment.
I also go into the other “green stuff” aka: MONEY! I have a few thoughts on how we obtain it, how we spend it, and the state of our economy.
I love being a mom. My kids freaking crack me up. I didn’t realize they were listening to my inspirational CD’s by Wayne Dyer. I think the kids may only get in one bunch of greens a day. They are putting up a little silliness, but they actually were the ones who said they wanted to join in on the challenge.
OK, so the first 100 Day Raw Fu Challenge is officially over. I made it over 30 days 100% raw and then I began to experiment with different foods to see how I felt afterwards. Ultimately, I decided that I want to love the foods that love me back. Why was I sabotaging the opportunity to feel really good? Other foods may taste great momentarily, but the feeling afterwards was less than stellar.
So, where to next? I became fascinated by the intelligence & simplicity of the 80/10/10 program after listening to Dr Doug Graham. As I learn more I plan to undertake that challenge.
Perhaps, what seemed the most profound and simple was to make it a point to get my greens in. During the 100 day challenge I experienced the power of greens. I just felt centered, focused and balanced. Cravings just melted away when I ate my greens. After listening to Victoria Boutenko on Rawkathon that was all I needed to hear. Our subconscious resonates with truth and that hit me like a ton of bricks! I NEED TO EAT MORE GREENS!
So, what exactly have I noticed since I have gone raw? Watch this video!
I came to the conclusion that the whites of our eyes reflect the condition of our liver. It makes sense, right? I mean think about it. When we have babies and their skin and eyes are tinted yellow that is a sign of jaundice which is a liver condition. Why would it be any different in adults? It makes sense that as an adult yellowing in the whites of the eyes were a reflection of our liver.
So, I am going along with Bunny Berry and doing the “Peas on Earth” Holiday Challenge. I am modifying it a bit. My focus is on 2 bunches of greens and 75 plus ounces of water. My kids are jumping in on the challenge. We will be considered high raw versus 100%. I really want to make sure greens make a permanent part of my life before I go any further in my raw food challenge. Plus, if I go 100% raw on some days then that is just a plus. We shall see what unfolds.
I do see the 80-10-10 plan in the future as well as a juice feast, but for now it is very high raw and 2 bunches of greens.
Day 8 10/6 BM: 3 H20: 2 qts Supp: iodine Juice: 32 oz Sun: 10 min Sauna: 30 min Earned Breakfast: 50 min swim laps in pool 1: ¾ C choco steel cut oats: coconut oil, salt, vanilla, cinnamon, cocoa powder, maple 2: carton of strawberries, peach, apple 3: 32 veggie juice (napa cabbage, bell pepper, Anaheim chili, garlic, onion, celery) 4: Steamed Spagetti squash, date & walnut, granola, apple tea Workout 2: 2 hour Power Yoga Class
Day 9 10/7 BM: 3 H20: 4.5 qts Supp: iodine Juice: none Sun: none Sauna: 30 min Earned Breakfast: 90 min yoga (didn’t finish BK class) 1. ¾ C steel cut oats : maple, cinnamon, coconut oil, salt, vanilla 2. 3 apples, 3 handfuls of baby carrots 3. sautéed butternut squash & 4 Vegan cookies 4. Sweet potato plain steamed Workout 2: 4 mile walk, 45 min swim laps Day 10 10/8 BM: 1 H20: 1 qt Supp: 0 Juice: 0 Sun: 0 Sauna: 0 Earned Breakfast: REST DAY 1. 1 Cup raw soaked oat groats 2. 1 heirloom tomato w/ ½ avocado 3. banana w/ almond butter, cacao, pecans, agave, salt 4. Au Lac: cream cheese, salmons rolls, hot & sour soup, raw taco, raw fried rice, Chocolate Xstacy, Elixirs
Day 11 10/9 BM: 1 H20: 2 qts Supp: 2x iodine Juice: 0 Sun: 60 min Sauna: 25 min 1. 8 oz sun warrior shake 2. 4 bites beans, ½ avocado w/ 1 heirloom tomato &sea salt 3. banana w/ almond butter, cacao nibs, agave, sea salt, handful of baby carrots 4. tomato w/ ½ avocado, red bell pepper soup w/ ¼ avocado & bell pepper topping Workout: 3 mile run in 37 min, 6 mile bike in 25 min
Day 13 10/11 BM: 2 H20: 2 qts Supp: iodine Juice: none Sun: none Sauna: 30 min 1. plums 2. raspberries, strawberries, ½ peach 3. apples 4. red pepper soup, big plate of broccoli, big plate of baby carrots w/ olive oil Workout : 12 laps of swimming, 1 hour massage
Day 14 10/12 BM: 2 H20: 2 qts Supp: iodine Juice: 0 Sun: 0 Sauna: 25 min Earned Breakfast: 35 min jog on treadmill, 60 min spinning, tone inner & outer thighs, & abs 1. 2 peaches, strawberries 2. roasted acorn squash w/ onions & garlic 3. 1 handful cashews 4. cooked oat groats w/ maple, cinnamon, salt, vanilla
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