More and more people are becoming aware of the fact that eating as many raw veggies as possible is highly recommended by nutritionists and supported by science. Many nutritionists advise to eat at least 80% raw diet. I am not quite there yet, however, I am creating lots of delicious raw recipes so we can transform gradually to that level.

It may be more difficult over the winter season if you live in North America or Europe; nevertheless, having a big salad and green smoothie everyday is doable for everyone. So please browse through my recipes to find your favorite. I am pretty sure this salad will be one of them. 

Carrots are not only highly nutritious, but also very inexpensive, even if they’re organic. For this recipe especially, I recommend to use the organic if possible.

The health benefits of carrots include reduced cholesterol, prevention from heart attacks, warding off of certain cancers, improving vision, and reducing the signs of premature aging. Furthermore, carrots have the ability to increase the health of your skin, boost the immune system, improve digestion, increase cardiovascular health, detoxify the body, and boost oral health in a variety of ways. They also provide a well-rounded influx of vitamins and minerals.

Most of the benefits of carrots can be attributed to their beta carotene and fiber content. This root vegetable is also a good source of antioxidant agents. Furthermore, carrots are rich in vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, vitamin B8, pantothenic acid, folate, potassium, iron, copper, and manganese. Now, let’s find out how this impressive list of nutrients and organic compounds actually affects human health. Read more