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Raw Family Signature Dishes ~ by Victoria Boutenko

Friday, August 21st, 2009

A unique and different un-cook book than any I’ve received so far. Why? It doesn’t just give you recipes, it shows via step-by-step pictures how to create each of 15 or so recipes. That’s all? 15 you say? well, for those of us knowledgeable about raw food prep, this may not be of use but for beginners, and there are a LOT of them, this is a truly useful addition to your library.

At the beginning of each recipe, it states equipment needed, then ingredients, then come a series of 4-color pictures with each series depicting a part of the process. For instance, in the Dressing ~ 2 pics for the lemon, cutting and juicing (yeah, yeah, I know. How hard can it be? Yet, I once had a 63 year old client/student who had never peeled a banana so, take nothing for granted ~ some people have hardly stepped foot into a kitchen before going raw). Then we have 3 pics for adding lemon juice, olive oil and agave to the blender; two more for chopping and adding ginger; 2 more for de-stemming the hot pepper and adding to blender, two more for adding herbs; 3 more for blending, pouring into the cup and what the final looks like. Whew! That is a LOT of pictures, a lot of work and well done!

You know what? I was introduced to raw 14 years ago and I’M going to use this book because I want to make the Mango Jam Pie, Chocolate Cake, Mousse Cake, Truffles and Scones!
Oh, hey! Cultured vegetables??? I’ve been wanting to do them for awhile.

There’s also a section on sprouting ~ with pictures; benefits of sprouts; benefits of flax; and more.

Since I pretty much have all of Victoria’s books, I most likely also have these recipes ~ somewhere ~ in a bookcase ~ on a shelf yet, right now, I have THIS book right here now, AND the step-by-step directions to making all the recipes.

Also, consider this. Know anyone you’d like to introduce to the benefits of raw but they think it’s too hard, going to take too much time? Well, this is a GREAT gift for them!

What’s really cool about this book? The price! Listed in the US as $18.95. As of this writing, you can get it here for:

“Raw Living” by Kate “Magic” Wood

Thursday, July 9th, 2009

This is a truly good book for everyone yet, especially for parents and/or if you have a spouse who isn’t raw and doesn’t seem to be ever heading that way.

Personally, I’ve heard of many hard-core, die-hard spouses say they’ll never go raw and then, after seeing their loved one(s) transform in so many ways, they finally, albeit slowly, take the plunge.

A few things I like about this book ~

She addresses children and their needs; conception; pregnancy, husbands (and other partners) and, this is the only book I’ve seen so far (or, maybe I’ve just not looked) where aphrodisiacs are discussed.

After chatting with Kate on Rawkin Radio, (up July 14, ’09) I understand her use of so-called super foods. (to me, anything living, fresh, organic and edible is a super food yet some have chosen to call certain other foods “super” (and often with first letters capped) … yeah, yeah, that’s just me!

Anyway, this book is waaaaay cool because the ingredients are common; the recipes ~ over 150 of them ~ have few ingredients and they are mostly listed in oz./tablespoons as well as grams so it’s cool for Americans as well as Europeans. At the beginning of each recipe she tells what equipment is needed, prep time and number of servings. She also includes “kitchen notes”, sprouting directions and a two-week sample menu. Hmmm. Thinking I may have to try that one.

For instance, Apple Creme Pie ~ Pie crust, 3 ingredients; Filling ~ 6 ingredients, all easy to find.

Go ‘head and order it. You’ll be glad you did ~

The Live Food Factor by Susan Schenck, LAc, MTOM

Thursday, May 21st, 2009

Oh yayyyyy! My book just came and I HAVE to tell you about it. I know, I’ve been promoting it because it’s SUCH a great deal at this time but, I HAVE to tell you, now that I have it in my hands, I’d promote it WITHOUT the bonuses and $5 off you can get from the promo!

Here’s why ~
First, it’s 660 pages!!! This is a flippin’ HEAVY book!!!!
It’s worth 3-5 of any other books you have combined! $29.95 is a STEAL and, as of THIS writing, you can get $5 off THAT price!

Contents:
Reasons to Go Raw
Raw Diet Testimonials WITH before and after pics!

You know how some people just need “scientific proof”? Well,

Raw Proof: The Science
A Paradign Shift in How We View Disease and Health
Bacteria and Viruses: Not Guilty as Charged
Do Drugs Work
The simplicity of Disease Origin and Health Care
Cooked vs. Raw Diet Experiments and Research
Man’s Fatal Chemistry Lab: The Great Cooked Food Experiment
The Raw Ingredients
Vitamins & Minerals
Enzymes
Life Force Energy
Friendly Bacteria
Essential Fatty Acids
…. and more!!!!
Raw Pioneers: History and Leaders
A Brief History of Raw Foodism
Modern-Day Leaders of Raw Foodism (including)
Elizabeth Baker (many of you don’t even KNOW about her!)
The Boutenko Family
Brian Clement
Lou Corona
…… and at least 10 others!
Raw Passage: Your Journey to Raw Life
Getting Started
Detoxification and Healing
The Fasting Factor
How to Stay Raw in a Cooked World
Nutritional Controversies
Common Pitfalls to Avoid
Frequently Asked Questions
Raising Live Food Children
Raw Pleasure (Recipes and LOTS of them!)
Entrees
Soups
Desserts
Beverages
Sauces, Dressings, Condiments
Appetizers and Dips
Salads and Salad Trimmings
Snacks
Breakfast Dishes
Sample Menus for One Week

Appendix A: Killer “foods” to Avoid
Appendix B: The Drug Story
Appendix C: Radical Branches of the Raw Food Movement
Appendix D: Studies from Scientific Journals
Appendix E: End Cooked Food Habits via Behavior Modification

Resource Guide
….. and, there’s still more.

Get this book now. I’m thinking you’ll want to share it because YOU wont want to give it up. Anytime someone asks you a question, the answers are in this book….. not to mention, it will take you forever to read it. It is PACKED with information it would take you LOTS of time to find… never mind compile it all. It’s all done for you!

This book is a keeper. Get it while you can receive so many bonuses and you know, you can share the bonuses with friends! How cool is that?

This book is truly a great resource anyone who IS raw or thinking of going raw or who KNOWS someone who is raw, should have for greater knowledge and understanding.

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The Live Food Factor

The Live Food Factor

Injoy,

Revvell

BTW ~ I’m a natural health educator and practitioner of 23 years and I’ve currently got openings for 2 clients. I only work with those who are committed to a life of abundance and well-being.