Guest guest Posted May 5, 2007 Report Share Posted May 5, 2007 If I may suggest one or two ideas ... 1. Increase the sweet fruits, such as bananas, watermelon. 2. Decrease or even eliminate the acid fruits (citrus). Not permanently, just to see what happens after a few days. If you can find watermelon at any price, then would you consider eating watermelon only for about 3-4 days? I think you'd experience marvelous results in a very short time. This would be much more effective than " adding water " --- what we eliminate is at least as important as what we add, usually more important. This is often overlooked in RF thinking. Best, Elchanan PS: I publish most of my posts in the PathOfHealth Group. _____ rawfood [rawfood ] On Behalf Of The Grrl Friday, May 04, 2007 7:38 PM rawfood Re: Dehydration symptoms: [Raw Food] Dry Skin I wondered that too. Right now I'm eating spinach, apples, oranges, grapefruit and some bananas. I eat nuts about twice a week, sometimes 3 times a week. Not that many because I have a lot of digestion troubles. I'll add more water and see if that works. Thank you! Tanya Elchanan <Elchanan@PathOfHeal <Elchanan%40PathOfHealth.org> th.org> rawfood@ <rawfood%40> .com Thursday, May 3, 2007 10:37:33 PM Dehydration symptoms: [Raw Food] Dry Skin Hi Tanya, Common dry skin is a symptom of systemic dehydration if it occurs on a generalized basis. On a seasonal basis, it can be the result of some combination of heated indoor air (which is dehydrated), cold wind (which typically has a very low humidity relative to wind the rest of the year), tendency to eat heavier (i.e., lower water-content) foods, etc. In other words, it's likely symptomatic of dehydration, the only question is as to the proximate cause. Other common symptoms are dryness in the throat (typically the first sign that the body is requesting added water), dryness in the mouth, chapped lips, etc. Best, Elchanan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 5, 2007 Report Share Posted May 5, 2007 Elchana wrote: >>>1. Increase the sweet fruits, such as bananas, watermelon. 2. Decrease or even eliminate the acid fruits (citrus). Not permanently, just to see what happens after a few days. If you can find watermelon at any price, then would you consider eating watermelon only for about 3-4 days? I think you'd experience marvelous results in a very short time. This would be much more effective than " adding water " --- what we eliminate is at least as important as what we add, usually more important. This is often overlooked in RF thinking<< you know something i heard was really good to do with a watermelon is to juice the entire thing...yes, even the green part. it's supposed to be a powerful cleanse for the kidneys and for " emergency " rehydration. i've done this and most of my family liked it...'cept me. which is the case with just about everything i make...like some of the dehydrated snacks...i just don't like 'em. and most nuts and seeds i don't like as well. i am drawn to the juicy, sweet fruits and bananas. and i like crunchy veggies like celery and radishes and cucumbers. i think i could live on just those things alone. but the juiced watermelon was really rehydrating without being so very filling. i think sometimes if you are dehydrated, you need so much of the juicy fruits to rehydrate but your stomach can't take that much whole food. that's something i think juicing is good for...otherwise i prefer to just have the fruits whole. peace, laura http://sssmommy.etsy.com Ahhh...imagining that irresistible " new car " smell? Check outnew cars at Autos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 5, 2007 Report Share Posted May 5, 2007 HEY I like the watermelon idea. I wouldn't have thought of it. I'm going to try it. It's possible that it may do more for me " mentally " as well if I do that for a few days. I notice in the stores there are many seedless, which is something I've never eaten. If that's all they have, it'll do for now. Thanks, Tanya Elchanan <Elchanan rawfood Friday, May 4, 2007 10:32:58 PM Dehydration symptoms: [Raw Food] Dry Skin If I may suggest one or two ideas ... 1. Increase the sweet fruits, such as bananas, watermelon. 2. Decrease or even eliminate the acid fruits (citrus). Not permanently, just to see what happens after a few days. If you can find watermelon at any price, then would you consider eating watermelon only for about 3-4 days? I think you'd experience marvelous results in a very short time. This would be much more effective than " adding water " --- what we eliminate is at least as important as what we add, usually more important. This is often overlooked in RF thinking. Best, Elchanan PS: I publish most of my posts in the PathOfHealth Group. _____ rawfood@ .com [rawfood@ .com] On Behalf Of The Grrl Friday, May 04, 2007 7:38 PM rawfood@ .com Re: Dehydration symptoms: [Raw Food] Dry Skin I wondered that too. Right now I'm eating spinach, apples, oranges, grapefruit and some bananas. I eat nuts about twice a week, sometimes 3 times a week. Not that many because I have a lot of digestion troubles. I'll add more water and see if that works. Thank you! Tanya Elchanan <Elchanan@PathOfHea l <Elchanan% 40PathOfHealth. org> th.org> rawfood@ <rawfood% 40. com> .com Thursday, May 3, 2007 10:37:33 PM Dehydration symptoms: [Raw Food] Dry Skin Hi Tanya, Common dry skin is a symptom of systemic dehydration if it occurs on a generalized basis. On a seasonal basis, it can be the result of some combination of heated indoor air (which is dehydrated), cold wind (which typically has a very low humidity relative to wind the rest of the year), tendency to eat heavier (i.e., lower water-content) foods, etc. In other words, it's likely symptomatic of dehydration, the only question is as to the proximate cause. Other common symptoms are dryness in the throat (typically the first sign that the body is requesting added water), dryness in the mouth, chapped lips, etc. Best, Elchanan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 5, 2007 Report Share Posted May 5, 2007 Now that's interesting. I don't mind a lot of the white part of the watermelon. I don't like the green part of it though. I like melon's most of all! I'm glad it's getting to that time of year Thank you! Tanya Laura <ladymomma rawfood Saturday, May 5, 2007 5:42:43 AM Re: Dehydration symptoms: [Raw Food] Dry Skin Elchana wrote: >>>1. Increase the sweet fruits, such as bananas, watermelon. 2. Decrease or even eliminate the acid fruits (citrus). Not permanently, just to see what happens after a few days. If you can find watermelon at any price, then would you consider eating watermelon only for about 3-4 days? I think you'd experience marvelous results in a very short time. This would be much more effective than " adding water " --- what we eliminate is at least as important as what we add, usually more important. This is often overlooked in RF thinking<< you know something i heard was really good to do with a watermelon is to juice the entire thing...yes, even the green part. it's supposed to be a powerful cleanse for the kidneys and for " emergency " rehydration. i've done this and most of my family liked it...'cept me. which is the case with just about everything i make...like some of the dehydrated snacks...i just don't like 'em. and most nuts and seeds i don't like as well. i am drawn to the juicy, sweet fruits and bananas. and i like crunchy veggies like celery and radishes and cucumbers. i think i could live on just those things alone. but the juiced watermelon was really rehydrating without being so very filling. i think sometimes if you are dehydrated, you need so much of the juicy fruits to rehydrate but your stomach can't take that much whole food. that's something i think juicing is good for...otherwise i prefer to just have the fruits whole. peace, laura http://sssmommy. etsy.com ------------ --------- --------- --- Ahhh...imagining that irresistible " new car " smell? Check outnew cars at Autos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 6, 2007 Report Share Posted May 6, 2007 I can't find watermelon with seeds in it either. It's a shame that in this big country decent produce ()organic and locally grown) is so hard to find. Judy HEY I like the watermelon idea. I wouldn't have thought of it. I'm going to try it. It's possible that it may do more for me " mentally " as well if I do that for a few days. I notice in the stores there are many seedless, which is something I've never eaten. If that's all they have, it'll do for now. Thanks, Tanya ----- Original Message ---- Elchanan <Elchanan rawfood Friday, May 4, 2007 10:32:58 PM Dehydration symptoms: [Raw Food] Dry Skin If I may suggest one or two ideas ... 1. Increase the sweet fruits, such as bananas, watermelon. 2. Decrease or even eliminate the acid fruits (citrus). Not permanently, just to see what happens after a few days. If you can find watermelon at any price, then would you consider eating watermelon only for about 3-4 days? I think you'd experience marvelous results in a very short time. This would be much more effective than " adding water " --- what we eliminate is at least as important as what we add, usually more important. This is often overlooked in RF thinking. Best, Elchanan PS: I publish most of my posts in the PathOfHealth Group. _____ rawfood@ .com [rawfood@ .com] On Behalf Of The Grrl Friday, May 04, 2007 7:38 PM rawfood@ .com Re: Dehydration symptoms: [Raw Food] Dry Skin I wondered that too. Right now I'm eating spinach, apples, oranges, grapefruit and some bananas. I eat nuts about twice a week, sometimes 3 times a week. Not that many because I have a lot of digestion troubles. I'll add more water and see if that works. Thank you! Tanya ----- Original Message ---- Elchanan <Elchanan@PathOfHea l <Elchanan% 40PathOfHealth. org> th.org> rawfood@ <rawfood% 40. com> .com Thursday, May 3, 2007 10:37:33 PM Dehydration symptoms: [Raw Food] Dry Skin Hi Tanya, Common dry skin is a symptom of systemic dehydration if it occurs on a generalized basis. On a seasonal basis, it can be the result of some combination of heated indoor air (which is dehydrated), cold wind (which typically has a very low humidity relative to wind the rest of the year), tendency to eat heavier (i.e., lower water-content) foods, etc. In other words, it's likely symptomatic of dehydration, the only question is as to the proximate cause. Other common symptoms are dryness in the throat (typically the first sign that the body is requesting added water), dryness in the mouth, chapped lips, etc. Best, Elchanan [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] ____________________________ ______ We won't tell. Get more on shows you hate to love (and love to hate): TV's Guilty Pleasures list. http://tv./collections/265 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 6, 2007 Report Share Posted May 6, 2007 Hi all, It has been my experience that eating nuts and seeds and sun- dried tomatoes, raisins, dry dates (not the yummy moist fresh ones) or dry blk mission figs drys my body out. I experience dehydration symptoms within a short period of time. I notice it first in my lips which will peel, chap and become red. I get very thirsty and often want something salty - my choice is often to drink lots of water and munch on celery. It can take 1-2 days for this process to happen and then reverse, which for me is a choice I'd rather avoid. I seem to be able to get away with a small amount of sun-dried tomatoes once a week or so, though I have noticed that I am seeming to be transistioning to mono meals as well as a mostly fruit & fruit-veggie diet. I am finding that living with raw diatary choices is part of the process of living simply and my choosing to be healthy. I am also finding out that this process seems to have some pretty usual/standard (word??) phases - I've worked or thought through my stages fairly quickly though I wouldn't take back any of the experiences or changes I've gone through at all. I've noticed some ppl calling trial and error processing a near sin I'm glad that the universe gives us me and all of us the capacity to think for ourselves and to learn through mistakes and hearing others trials and errors - I've avoided a few things simply by taking in other ppl's experiences and chosing not to try some things (an example in my life was buying very expensive equipment or taking expensive classes) The reason I decided to reply to this post is that I used to experience the chapped lips and dehydration symptoms all the time when I was in my 2nd stage of being raw. My first stage I went 100% raw vegan intuitionally, I had never read a book and was unaware of the Raw movement. In this 1st stage I ate mostly fruit and fruit- veggie (tom/cukes/zuchini/redpeppers/etc) and very low fat. In fact at that stage I didn't even like avocados so they were a non issue. I hardly ever ate nuts and if I did it was about 15 almonds - maybe once a month. Granted I was hungry a bit more often because at this stage I was unaware that I needed more calories to fuel my body. Stage 2 for me was my attempt to give my body those extra calories it needed. Unfortunately or maybe not unfortunately the first live raw food person I met suggested that I eat a handful of sunflower seeds when I was still hungry - this person admitted that they no longer ate seeds and nuts and mostly lived on bananas. I now would have preferred a bit more information as I believe I would have chosen the bananas over the sunflower seeds. I did, however, learn good lessons as my weight loss stalled, my face broke out in pimples, my hair got greasy, my lips chapped, I had a discharge (candida most likely) and I was thirsty all the time. I struggled with this for a couple months until I learned about switching from the seeds/nuts to more fruit which solved the probs - all of the them. Recently I had the occasion to be around other raw foodies and had a number of restaraunt meals and enjoyed a few handfulls of nuts over the course of a few days and --- the symptoms returned. I haven't had chapped lips in probly 6 months so I knew where I had made the mistake, nothing else in my life had changed. Through this experience I am able to know for myself that my dehydration shows these particular symptoms and takes approximately this long to process and this long to repair --- and I can now make a better choice in the next moment when I am presented with these diatary choices. I know what I know. I have learned to trust myself. I know that I will make the best choice available to me with the information that I have and if I find that choice to be less helpful or even a mistake, I will correct the course to get me back on the track of my life goals which include living simply, having outstanding relationships, being healthy, traveling often and living debt free. To the degree that I manage my reality I am successful on a daily basis. Sincerely, lovingly and Simply, Lesa http:lesanesmith.vpweb.com rawfood , vegwriter wrote: > > > I can't find watermelon with seeds in it either. It's a shame that in this > big country decent produce ()organic and locally grown) is so hard to find. > > Judy > > HEY I like the watermelon idea. I wouldn't have thought of it. I'm going > to try it. It's possible that it may do more for me " mentally " as well if I > do that for a few days. I notice in the stores there are many seedless, > which is something I've never eaten. If that's all they have, it'll do for now. > > Thanks, > > Tanya Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 6, 2007 Report Share Posted May 6, 2007 Lesa, that was extremely helpful and informative!! intuitive eating is a wonderful experience. something i try to give my children space for. i do not expect them to eat 100% raw (i am not even at that place yet) but i do provide all the good stuff at home and let them choose. it's interesting that one child will want salad, another just fruit and so on. i came to attachment parenting the same way you did to raw food. i was living this life that just felt right to me and then one day read about AP and i was like " what is that...oh that sounds like how we live " , etc. etc. so that is always really neat to hear of other people coming to intuitively live out something like that. are there any other people on here with kids?? and thank you for your comments on my art...that is always nice to hear. i am not as active artistically right now...i'm going through one of my " dry spells " after having a festival in march, i got sort of burned out. and right now i'm really getting more and more focused on raw food. i deeply appreciate all the " advice " to go the simple route. it's what feels right to me too and it helps to know that other people are living that way. i sometimes have these inner doubts about what my body " needs " and it is hard to stay on track with the rest of the world around me eating the SAD. that is why i joined this group and i think it is really helpful. Elchanan, thanks for the words of wisdom on the juicing. i too feel like it is best to have the whole food. i always assumed that juicing was good in certain health crisis situations though. that's some new stuff to think about for me. would you be willing to give a list of what a typical day's food intake looks like for you. i am always very curious about these type of specifics...because for me sometimes it's not enough to hear the dos and don'ts of someones particular style or belief...does that make sense?? thanks!! peace, la http://sssmommy.etsy.com http://flickr.com/photos/sssmommy/ We won't tell. Get more on shows you hate to love (and love to hate): TV's Guilty Pleasures list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 6, 2007 Report Share Posted May 6, 2007 Hi Lesa, Thanks so much for sharing your experience. It was helpful to me. It is a good reminder to listen very closely to your body. I am learning that for the very first time. Marjorie rawfood , " Lesa " <ljbn wrote: > > Hi all, It has been my experience that eating nuts and seeds and sun- > dried tomatoes, raisins, dry dates (not the yummy moist fresh ones) > or dry blk mission figs drys my body out. I experience dehydration > symptoms within a short period of time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 6, 2007 Report Share Posted May 6, 2007 Hi Laura, I have three kids ages 7, 5 and 2 1/2. I am learning to allow them to chose what they eat and when (since there are only healthy choices in the house). They love fruit and salads. The tough part is in social situations where they often choose meat, dairy, baked goods, ice cream, etc. I still have not processed for myself how to handle this. I have tried various methods and none are satisfactory. I want to hide them on in the wilderness until they're older... not an option unfortunately. Marjorie rawfood , Laura <ladymomma wrote: > are there any other people on here with kids?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 6, 2007 Report Share Posted May 6, 2007 I also have kids, 3, 2 teens and a 4.5 year old. T Laura <ladymomma rawfood Sunday, May 6, 2007 6:25:43 AM Re: Dehydration symptoms: [Raw Food] Dry Skin Lesa, that was extremely helpful and informative! ! intuitive eating is a wonderful experience. something i try to give my children space for. i do not expect them to eat 100% raw (i am not even at that place yet) but i do provide all the good stuff at home and let them choose. it's interesting that one child will want salad, another just fruit and so on. i came to attachment parenting the same way you did to raw food. i was living this life that just felt right to me and then one day read about AP and i was like " what is that...oh that sounds like how we live " , etc. etc. so that is always really neat to hear of other people coming to intuitively live out something like that. are there any other people on here with kids?? and thank you for your comments on my art...that is always nice to hear. i am not as active artistically right now...i'm going through one of my " dry spells " after having a festival in march, i got sort of burned out. and right now i'm really getting more and more focused on raw food. i deeply appreciate all the " advice " to go the simple route. it's what feels right to me too and it helps to know that other people are living that way. i sometimes have these inner doubts about what my body " needs " and it is hard to stay on track with the rest of the world around me eating the SAD. that is why i joined this group and i think it is really helpful. Elchanan, thanks for the words of wisdom on the juicing. i too feel like it is best to have the whole food. i always assumed that juicing was good in certain health crisis situations though. that's some new stuff to think about for me. would you be willing to give a list of what a typical day's food intake looks like for you. i am always very curious about these type of specifics... because for me sometimes it's not enough to hear the dos and don'ts of someones particular style or belief...does that make sense?? thanks!! peace, la http://sssmommy. etsy.com http://flickr. com/photos/ sssmommy/ ------------ --------- --------- --- We won't tell. Get more on shows you hate to love (and love to hate): TV's Guilty Pleasures list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 6, 2007 Report Share Posted May 6, 2007 Oops, that sent too early. SO I have 3 kids, the oldest refuses to eat and veggies and will only eat Oranges or blueberries for fruit, but lots of meat and bread. The middle child will eat fruits and veggies at home, but at school where she does lots of sports, and out with her friends she eats all junk food. The almost 5 year old will eat lots of fruits, veggies only if he can dip them, and his favorite breakfast is a kosher hotdog and a big bowl of blueberries. He also eats cheese sticks I make at home from Raw milk. My DH eats well at home, but when he is out (like working) he eats chips/candy/junk. At least he doesn't bring it home too often. Karen in WA Laura <ladymomma rawfood Sunday, May 6, 2007 6:25:43 AM Re: Dehydration symptoms: [Raw Food] Dry Skin Lesa, that was extremely helpful and informative! ! intuitive eating is a wonderful experience. something i try to give my children space for. i do not expect them to eat 100% raw (i am not even at that place yet) but i do provide all the good stuff at home and let them choose. it's interesting that one child will want salad, another just fruit and so on. i came to attachment parenting the same way you did to raw food. i was living this life that just felt right to me and then one day read about AP and i was like " what is that...oh that sounds like how we live " , etc. etc. so that is always really neat to hear of other people coming to intuitively live out something like that. are there any other people on here with kids?? and thank you for your comments on my art...that is always nice to hear. i am not as active artistically right now...i'm going through one of my " dry spells " after having a festival in march, i got sort of burned out. and right now i'm really getting more and more focused on raw food. i deeply appreciate all the " advice " to go the simple route. it's what feels right to me too and it helps to know that other people are living that way. i sometimes have these inner doubts about what my body " needs " and it is hard to stay on track with the rest of the world around me eating the SAD. that is why i joined this group and i think it is really helpful. Elchanan, thanks for the words of wisdom on the juicing. i too feel like it is best to have the whole food. i always assumed that juicing was good in certain health crisis situations though. that's some new stuff to think about for me. would you be willing to give a list of what a typical day's food intake looks like for you. i am always very curious about these type of specifics... because for me sometimes it's not enough to hear the dos and don'ts of someones particular style or belief...does that make sense?? thanks!! peace, la http://sssmommy. etsy.com http://flickr. com/photos/ sssmommy/ ------------ --------- --------- --- We won't tell. Get more on shows you hate to love (and love to hate): TV's Guilty Pleasures list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 6, 2007 Report Share Posted May 6, 2007 Hi Everyone! In response to Laura's question, I have 2 kids (12 and 8) and have always practiced " attachment parenting " , although there was no name for it 12 years ago! We also homeschool in Canada. It is interesting that AP HS and raw food seem to sort of appear together in family life. Cheers, Kirstin <http://geo./serv?s=97359714/grpId=5520395/grpspId=1705015482/m sgId=28915/stime=1178458129/nc1=4438979/nc2=4299904/nc3=4025302> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 7, 2007 Report Share Posted May 7, 2007 Marjorie <marjorie_lewis wrote: >>The tough part is in social situations where they often choose meat, dairy, baked goods, ice cream, etc. I still have not processed for myself how to handle this. I have tried various methods and none are satisfactory.<< i totally get this!!! at home it's so easy. but i try not to stress too much about what they eat away from home. they never choose meat since they were raised vegetarian from birth. which makes me absolutely positive that had they been raised raw from birth they would never even think twice about all that other junk...they just wouldn't want it. but i could be wrong...kids are very curious, they want to try new things. i don't think there is an easy way. i find that the most powerful parenting tool is example. how YOU live and behave are the things that matter most. don't pressure them to eat only raw or vegan or whatever. if they are eating at home most of the time and eating good foods, they will begin to make the connections between how they feel when they eat good stuff at home and how they feel when they eat junk food away from home. kids are so much better at knowing when they have an upset stomach from food than we adults are. and they also know better when they are full and all that stuff...especially if they haven't been robbed of that gift by being told to always " clean their plates " ...i find that when i stress about food, my kids are especially cranky. so i have been learning to relax more. parenting is such an adventure, isn't it!!?? peace, la http://sssmommy.etsy.com http://flickr.com/photos/sssmommy/ Ahhh...imagining that irresistible " new car " smell? Check outnew cars at Autos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 8, 2007 Report Share Posted May 8, 2007 rawfood@wrote: >> are there any other people on here with kids?? > > >I have a 12yo and an 8mth old Ayana Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 8, 2007 Report Share Posted May 8, 2007 rawfood , Laura <ladymomma wrote: >i find that when i stress about food, my kids are especially >cranky. so i have been learning to relax more. parenting is such >an adventure, isn't it!!?? > Yes, I have had the same experience. The hard part is that you want your kids to be able to avoid the weight problems and health crises that you have had--in other words, you want them to NOT have to learn from experience. But, that's not really realistic. I guess I finally am starting to " get it " that if I love and accept my children unconditionally, then maybe they will love themselves, and then will consequently avoid " punishing " themselves with food that hurts their body. I hope this is how it works. , marjorie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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