Eating raw food is not just a fad for the rich and famous, but a healthy alternative many people are utilizing to improve their physical and spiritual health. The following blogs document everything from delicious raw food recipes to entire lifestyles tailored around raw eating. There are even blogs that form communities of support and guidance for others seeking a raw lifestyle.

Lifestyle

From finding excellent sources of raw foods to raw restaurants to keeping the family raw, these blogs give an insight to raw living.

1. We Like it Raw. From raw chocolate to discounts to workshops, the posts here will have you hooked up to the raw eating world.
2. Rawmodel. Travel, raw restaurants, finding unusual natural (and raw, of course) foods all figure prominently on this blog.
3. LovingRaw. From advice on going raw to healthy eating to living a raw lifestyle, this blog covers it all.
4. Awesome to be Rawsome. This woman is in her sixties and living a raw food lifestyle she shares with readers here.
5. Goddess of the Garden. From recipes to living in harmony with nature, this blog covers living the raw lifestyle as a family.
6. HiHoRosie’s Place. This blog offers product reviews, information on finding raw food, and other tasty raw lifestyle tidbits.
7. Nature Mom’s Blog. Parenting, living a healthy life, and raw foods are the focus of this blog. Check out the raw fudge cookie recipe for a yummy raw treat.
8. Raw Girl too!. Chocolate pudding for breakfast? Learn how this raw mom feeds her crew healthily…and very fun.
9. Raw Royalty. From running to eating smart to delicious raw recipes, the posts at this blog will have you inspired for a raw lifestyle.
10. Kombucha Chic. Find out about everything from healthy juices, what to keep in your kitchen, and even snowboarding at this blog. Take the One Week Raw project to help jumpstart your 100% raw diet.

Raw Living and Spirituality

If you seek a higher experience from eating raw, read these blogs for inspiration and spiritual guidance.

11. Shazzie. Focusing on love, life, liberty, and divinity, this woman shares her advice about life where eating raw figures highly.
12. Radical Radiance. Courtney Pool blogs about the beauty of life, spirituality, eating raw, juicing, and more on her blog.
13. Sweetie Raw Food Goodness. This blogger shares her spiritual and physical journey on the path of a raw lifestyle as well as some tasty recipes as well.
14. Isle Dance. Eating raw and embracing a simple, spiritual life is the focus of this blog.

Health and Beauty

Many people embark on a raw lifestyle for the healthy benefits and the beauty such health brings. Read these blogs for more on health through raw eating.

15. Raw Dish. Blogging from his home in Hawaii, Stephen Parker posts about his meals, yoga, and other healthy aspects of his life.
16. Go Raw Have Fun!. From healthy recipes to healthy reasons to eat raw, this blog encourages raw eating for your heath.
17. Beautiful on Raw. Living a raw lifestyle, beauty, and health figure prominently on this blog.
18. Julie’s Raw Ambition. Not only can you find delicious recipes here, but you can also find information on raw, vegan, and vegetarian restaurants, tips for a healthy lifestyle, and focuses on eating local and organic when possible.
19. Kristen’s Raw. From healthy eating to recipes to exercise, Kristen covers plenty of topics and provides lots of great information.
20. Loving Raw Food and Fitness. This beautiful mama shares her journey on a raw and fit lifestyle. She has recently decided to eat less than 100% raw, so follow along to see where her healthy life takes her next.
21. Raw Pomona. This blogger has taken a midlife turn towards better health through eating raw, vegan, organic, and unprocessed foods.
22. Raw Inspiration. From suburban gardening to wild edible plants, this blog focuses on raw living for health.
23. RawReform E-Journal. After recovering from morbid obesity several years ago through eating raw, this blogger shares health and nutrition information for a raw lifestyle.
24. The Raw Diva’s Blog. Get health information specifically customized to women and eating raw on this blog. Be sure to join the 90-day detox too.
25. Debbie Does Raw. Using a raw diet to combat cancer, Debbie blogs about her raw lifestyle with such a bright energy you may be inspired as well.

About Food and Recipes

Whether you need new inspiration for an old raw menu or are curious how to make a raw diet work, these blogs offer so many delicious recipes and information about food that you will certainly find what you need here.

26. Rawdorable. This mama and raw food blogger shares delicious recipes for those interested in eating raw.
27. Raw Food with Jessica. Get tasty recipes as well as interesting information about fruits and vegetables here.
28. Adventures of Raw Goddess Healthy. This raw goddess shares her incredible recipes that are mostly on the sweet side as well as her travel adventures.
29. Becoming Raw Vegan. Follow along as this woman and her husband try to go vegan and raw. They share recipes, challenges, successes, and more.
30. Heavenly Raw. While Solla’s blog hasn’t been updated for a few months, the delicious recipes and the views from this popular blogger’s native Iceland are well worth going through the archives to read.
31. Hi-Rawkus. From spicy coconut soup to potato pancakes to savory sesame crackers with veggies, this blog will have your mouth watering before you can make it to the store for the ingredients.
32. Punk Rawk Labs. Get recipes and photos for food that is both raw and vegan at this blog.
33. Raw Food Passion. Between the delicious photos and the yummy recipes, its tough to decide which one from this blog to try first.
34. The Daily Raw Cafe. This blog informs readers about specific foods and even throws in some recipes as well. This is a great place to go to learn about selecting tomatoes or growing sprouts.
35. The Sunny Raw Kitchen. Get incredible recipes as well as information about other raw bloggers at this raw cyber-kitchen.
36. Too Juicy!. Ginger-carrot soup, strawberry shortcake, and samosas in red curry are among the recipes you can find on this blog.
37. The Raw Chef Blog. Don’t miss the incredible recipes on this blog including such treats as pesto and caramelized onion pizza and cherry and mango ice cream cup.

The News and Science Behind Raw

Stay on top of what is happening in the world of raw food and lifestyle or find out the latest scientific research with the information found in these blogs.

38. MyRawFoodBlog. This blog discusses everything from the biochemistry behind eating raw to how foods with unsaturated fats can reduce hunger cravings.
39. Raw Food Blog. Read about the latest research in raw food diets, health benefits for kids and adults alike, and much more on this blog that keeps those interested in raw eating in the know.
40. Raw Food, Right Now. This blog will help you learn how to make eating raw work for you or just keep you updated on what is happening in the raw food world.

Community

Taking on a less mainstream way of life can leave you feeling isolated and alone. These blogs strive to create community, support, and encouragement for those embracing the raw lifestyle.

41. Give it to Me Raw. This community of bloggers share support for weight loss, living healthily, and eating raw.
42. The Renegade Health Show. From advice from experts to recipes, these videos and blog posts will keep raw eaters connected and knowledgeable.
43. Pure Jeevan. Sprinkled among the "My Raw Story" posts about readers’ successes are great tips and information for raw foodies including travel tips and recipes.
44. Rawbin’s Bubble. Get connected to the raw community with the posts at this blog that share plenty of raw living adventures with those in both cyberspace and real life.
45. Real Food Tulsa. Penni Shelton’s search for healthier living through raw foods and natural health has lead to a community in Tulsa as well as surrounding communities that share her vision.
46. Karen Knowler * The Raw Food Coach. Whether you need professional help getting started on a raw food diet or starting your raw food business, find out information here or contact Karen for her professional services.
47. Raw Success. An 8 year raw veteran, Matt shares information and views from plenty of experts in the field via his videos and public speaking events.
48. Gone Raw. Get recipes posted all day long from members sharing their raw eating experiences here.
49. The Fresh Network Blog. Look for education and inspiration when it comes to living a raw food lifestyle on this community-effort blog out of the UK.
50. they like to give it to me raw. This blog aggregator brings the best of raw blogs to you every day.

Staying in top shape well into middle age and beyond isn’t impossible. With the right diet, exercise routine, health check-ups and good attitude, looking and feeling younger is within reach. In this list, we’ve covered 50 foods that will keep you youthful, energetic and glowing.

Good Skin

Keep your skin smooth, firm and fresh with these foods.

1. Low-fat yogurt: Low-fat yogurt contains vitamin A and live bacteria called acidophilus, which is good for digestion and the skin.
2. Strawberries: Strawberries contain one of the highest levels of antioxidants and free radicals, which protect the skin against cell damage and sun damage.
3. Ground flaxseeds: Flaxseeds are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which is vital to skin health.
4. Cantaloupe: Cantaloupe is recommended for firm and bright skin because of its free radicals and ability to reduce wrinkles and dryness.
5. Green tea: Green tea is rumored to have a range of health benefits, and it is also believed to be a good promoter of skin health. Green tea contains the highest levels of EGCG, which reduces inflammation and lowers your risk of skin cancer.
6. Salmon: Salmon is also high in omega-3 fatty acids, which is necessary for cell membrane health. Cell membrane health is important because it helps your body expel the bad stuff and retain all of the good nutrients.
7. Spinach and kale: Spinach and kale are rich in vitamin A and are necessary for good skin.
8. Whole-wheat breads: Whole-wheat breads are high in selenium, which prevent cell damage and are a healthy alternative to white-flour foods that can cause break-outs.
9. Water: Drinking lots of water each day keeps your skin hydrated and refreshed. It can also clear up your complexion, and if you drink hard or mineral-rich water, you’ll also help your body get more nutrients.
10. Citrus fruits: Fruits that are very high in vitamin C, like lemons and oranges, keep collagen strong.

Energy

The secret to feeling young is having good energy. These energy-packed foods will help you make it through your workout, your next vacation or that late-night movie.

11. Orange juice: Drink a glass of orange juice for a major Vitamin C boost.
12. Lean red meat: Good quality protein, like lean meat or sea food will keep your metabolism going and your brain feeling energized.
13. Tuna: Cold-water fish like tuna shoot omega-3 fatty acids to your brain, helping you stay focused, alert and energized.
14. Broccoli: Broccoli is a source of antioxidants that fuels your entire system.
15. Bran: Eat bran cereal for a serious energy boost that is also good for your digestion and metabolism.
16. Beans: Beans are complex carbohydrates that will keep you full and energized.
17. Blueberries: Blueberries are a popular brain food that are rich in antioxidants.
18. Almonds: Almonds are energy-dense foods that contain Vitamin E and magnesium and keep you full longer than sugary snacks.
19. Whole wheat pasta: Choose a moderate serving of whole-wheat pasta with marinara or olive oil-based sauce for a meal rich in complex carbohydrates.
20. Oatmeal: Oatmeal is a fantastic source of soluble fiber and a great way to boost your energy.

Heart-Healthy Foods

Heart health is paramount to overall health and energy. Keep your heart young and strong with these foods.

21. Kidney beans and black beans: WebMD maintains that kidney beans and black beans are rich sources of B-complex vitamins, niacin, folate, omega-3 fatty acids and soluble fiber, all of which promote heart health.
22. Brown rice: High-fiber foods like brown rice promote heart health.
23. Cabbage: Cabbage is a good choice for integrating needed insoluble fiber into your diet.
24. Low-fat, fat-free dairy products: Choosing low-fat or fat-free milk, cheese and yogurt is better for your heart and figure.
25. Asparagus: Asparagus appears in WebMD’s list of "best foods for cardiovascular health" and contains carotenoids, B-complex vitamins, folate and fiber.
26. Walnuts: Walnuts contain Vitamin E, magnesium, folate, polyunsaturated fats, and other heart-healthy nutrients.
27. Sweet potato: Eat sweet potatoes for a heart-healthy dose of vitamins A,C, and E, plus fiber.
28. Trans fat-free margarine: Use trans fat-free margarine when cooking instead of heavy creams, butters, lard or sauces.
29. Egg whites: Egg whites are lower in cholesterol than regular eggs but still high in protein.
30. Papaya: Mix up your servings of fruit with papaya, which contains potassium, carotenoids, calcium, magnesium, folate, and Vitamins C and E.

Low-Fat, Low-Calorie

A low-fat, low-calorie diet is good for your heart, for reducing your risk of high cancer and heart disease, and ideal if you want monitor your weight and show off a youthful figure.

31. Fresh fruits and vegetables: Fresh fruits and vegetables are healthier for you overall and contain fewer calories than canned or packaged varieties with artificial flavoring.
32. Low-fat condiments: Choose fat free mayonnaise and low fat or low calorie salad dressing.
33. Turkey: Use ground turkey instead of red meat for hamburgers, pasta dishes and more.
34. Mushrooms: According to CNN, mushrooms are 90% water but they still contain a good source of potassium and antioxidants. Add to salads and sandwiches for flavor without lots of calories.
35. Fat-free cheese: Lower your calorie and fat intake by only using fat-free or part-skim cheese on sandwiches or when cooking.
36. Tomatoes: Tomatoes are rich in antioxidants and have a number of beneficial nutrients. They’re also a tasty, low-calorie snack that can be added to crackers, salads, sandwiches, and more.
37. Apricot: Apricots have one of the lowest calorie counts of any fruit, at just 17 calories per 1/2 cup.
38. Cranberries: Cranberries are low in sugar and low in calories, containing just 44 calories per cup.
39. Raspberries: Raspberries contain fiber and a very low number of calories.
40. Summer vegetables: Yellow squash and zucchini contain just 15 calories per 1/2 cup.

Hair

Shiny, strong hair depends on your diet, as well as your beauty regimen. From lentils to oysters, add these foods to your diet.

41. Lentils: Lentils are rich in protein, iron zinc and biotin, which promotes hair growth and hair strength.
42. Oysters: Oysters can boost your libido and help your hair stay healthy.
43. Nuts: Nuts that contain selenium, promote scalp and hair health. Nuts that contain omega-3 fatty acids help hair stay shiny and strong.

Teeth and Nails

Youthful teeth and nails are within reach when you consume these snacks.

44. Peanuts: Peanuts are an excellent source of biotin, which is fundamental to healthy nails.
45. Sugarless gum: Sugarless gum is a saliva generator, cleaning your teeth.

Healing

As you get older, it’s harder for your body to bounce back from even small injuries and normal aches and pains. These foods will help your body repair itself faster and more effectively.

46. Red bell pepper: Runner’s World reveals that "just one red bell pepper provides 380 percent of the recommended daily value of vitamin C, a nutrient crucial for repairing connective tissues and cartilage." Add red bell pepper to salads, sandwiches or stir-fry meals.
47. Carrots: Help your body beat infections by eating carrots, which contain very high levels of Vitamin A, crucial to white blood cells’ ability to fight infection.
48. Bananas: Keep your muscles healthy and limber by eating potassium-rich bananas.

Libido

Retain the libido you had in your earlier years with these food choices.

49. Chiles: The capsaicin in chiles literally warms up your body and increases blood flow.
50. Chocolate: The phenylethylamine in chocolate really does act as a stimulant and libido-enhancing chemical.

Humans have had a dysfunctional relationship with food way beyond modern man’s fascination with Doritos and Peeps. Royalty during the Middle Ages feasted for days on greasy meats while poverty-stricken communities throughout history have starved or suffered from malnutrition and vitamin deficiencies. But the idea, or ideal, of a purer nutritional lifestyle practiced by more technology-ignorant communities is tempting when you think of all the chemicals and artificial additives poured into our food and all the really good food we overlook.

Chemicals

Hormones, genetically engineered foods and artificial sweeteners are threats to our health that cavemen never had to deal with. Avoid these additives when selecting food items.

1. Potassium bromate: Potassium bromate is a chemical added to foods, like rolls, to make them bigger. MSN Health reports that potassium bromate causes cancer in animals and "even small amounts in bread can create a risk for humans." An article in the Environmental Health Perspectives journal also states that potassium bromate "induces renal cell tumors, mesotheliomas of the peritoneum, and follicular cell tumors of the thyroid" in rats.
2. Aspartame: Aspartame is an artificial sweetener used in NutraSweet and Equal that contains phenylketonuria (PKU), a chemical that cannot be metabolized in one of out of 20,000 babies. If a baby cannot metabolize PKU, it can cause mental retardation. Mercola reports that aspartame also "accounts for over 75 percent of the adverse reactions to food additives reported to the FDA" including nausea, irritability, fatigue, headaches and more.
3. BHA & BHT: Butylated hydroxyanisole and butylated hydrozyttoluene keep packaged foods like chips and cereal fresh by preventing oxidation; however, they are suspected of increasing the risk of cancer in humans.
4. MSG: Many food companies are just now starting to advertise that they have stopped using MSG in their products. The FDA approved a study that found that MSG can cause nausea, headache, facial pressure or tightness, numbness, a burning sensation in the chest and back of the neck, weakness and other symptoms "in otherwise healthy MSG-intolerant people."
5. Pesticides: Pesticides are found in all types of foods, including meat and fresh vegetables and fruits. They can seep into fruits and vegetables through the soil, even if the pesticides have not been used in some time, according to Cornell University’s Sprecher Institute.
6. Olestra: Olestra is the controversial additive found in some potato chips that can cause severe diarrhea, cramps and gas, because it stops your body from digesting the fat from the chips. MSN reports that olestra also "inhibits healthy vitamin absorption from fat-soluble carotenoids that are found in fruits and vegetables and thought to reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease."
7. Bisphenol A: Bisphenol A is suspected of causing cancer in humans and animals and is found in plastic products, including baby cups and bottles. While it may not be realistic for you to carry around a hollowed-out gourd for your baby to drink out of, look for plastic products that do not contain bisphenol A.
8. Hormones: Harmful hormones found in foods are caused by special meals farmers give animals to make them gain weight faster, allowing them to maximize their profit in the shortest amount of time possible. The Sprecher Institute at Cornell explains that these "synthetic steroid hormones used as pharmaceutical drugs have been found to affect cancer risk." Six hormones are currently approved by the FDA for use in cattle and sheep, but it is still controversial and unnatural.
9. Genetically Engineered Food: Genetically engineered food is unnatural and possibly harmful to humans, as well as to the environment and the species that are undergoing genetic transformation. Though there are currently no laws against genetically engineered foods, The Center for Food Safety maintains that "human health effects can include higher risks of toxicity, allergenicity, antibiotic resistance, immune-suppression and cancer." It is expected that up to 45% of U.S. corn and 85% of soybeans are genetically engineered.

Food Psychology

From portion control to over-snacking to eating disorders, modern man’s relationship with food has become dysfunctional.

10. Eating for necessity: Ancient man ate primarily for necessity, which kept his weight down and preserved his health. Today, many Americans are bombarded with a surplus of foods and are tempted to indulge in snacks all throughout the day, leading to poor nutritional choices and overeating.
11. Portion control: Perhaps because ancient man had to be more careful about rationing out his food, he was more adept at portion control. Americans, however, are known for attacking buffets and heaping piles of food on our plates for every course. By paying attention to portion control and serving sizes, it’s possible to lose weight and make more heart-healthy choices.
12. Snacking: Not all snacking is bad. Healthy snacks speed up our metabolism and can keep us focused and energized throughout the day. But constantly going for chips and junk from the vending machine when it isn’t meal time creates a harmful relationship with food. If we try to view food as a source of nutrition and energy, rather than a past time when we’re bored, or an emotional crutch when we feel stressed or sad, then we are more able to control cravings, keep our weight down and have a healthier relationship with food.
13. Too many choices: Choice frees us to become picky eaters and make poor nutritional decisions. From cereal to chips to cookies to bread to tomato sauce, it’s hard to filter out the attractive-looking, additive-riddled choices and zero in on the best nutritional choices.
14. Understand what food does for your body: Being more tuned into your environment and the foods you eat means that you are better able to understand how the foods you consume help or hurt your body. Those with unhealthy images of themselves or unhealthy relationships with food can get carried away with the calories in food and their own weight, rather than the nutritional benefits and necessary energy they gain from food.
15. Eliminate waste: Ancient man hunted and harvested only what he needed to survive, and often used every piece of meat or fruit or vegetable for a different purpose. Eliminating waste helps the environment and gives you a greater appreciation for your food and what you do have. Only buy what you absolutely need at the store, and be sure to use any leftovers instead of throwing them out prematurely.

Nutrition

Fresh foods, organic foods and plenty of water are just a few more reasons why ancient man may have been healthier–at least from a nutritional standpoint–than we are today.

16. Avoid packaged foods: Packaged foods contain more harmful additives since they’re designed to last longer. These additives are unnatural, and even if they aren’t particularly harmful, they’re not as nutritious as fresh foods.
17. Raw: Adhering to a raw food diet means that you will only eat "living" and raw foods, like uncooked fruits and vegetables, sprouted grains–like flaxseed–nuts and seeds. While men and women from older civilizations certainly cooked meat and other foods, a very simple raw food diet ensures that you are consuming highly nutritious foods that promote good digestion, a sensible weight and the intake of heart-healthy vitamins and ingredients.
18. Natural and organic: By eating natural and naturally produced foods and avoiding overly-processed items, you can reduce your intake of artificial ingredients and increase your intake of fresh foods, like fruits and vegetables. Foods that are produced naturally are not genetically engineered, do not have pesticides or preservatives and do not include unnatural hormones.
19. Fresh foods: Eat foods that are in season to ensure that you are eating the freshest possible foods, just like your ancestors did. A fresh food diet also means that you will avoid packaged and processed foods, and will eat foods that are richer in natural flavor.
20. Lighter cooked: Because caveman kitchens weren’t well-equipped with the latest fryers, waffle makers or ovens, food wasn’t overcooked as often, leaving the majority of vitamins and nutrients in the food.
21. No fried foods: Certain types of American home-style cooking rely on frying techniques for flavor. Frying foods, however, removes a lot of the nutritional value, or at least cancels it out by adding grease and breading. Eliminating fried foods will ensure that you reduce your harmful calorie intake and eat fresher, more nutrient-packed foods.
22. Caffeine: Caffeine was most certainly consumed by ancient man, but in the form of tree bark, seeds, and later, tea. But today, caffeine dependency leads to headaches, irritability, the inability to sleep, and even bloating and weight gain–as one of the most popular sources of caffeine is soda. Limit your caffeine intake to green tea once or twice a day if possible.
23. Grow your own meals: Take charge and grow as much of your own food as possible, whether you start an herb garden on your patio or kitchen shelf, or an entire vegetable garden. By knowing exactly what you’re eating, you’ll be able to adequately limit harmful pesticides and additives, limit waste, consistently eat fresh food, and have a greater appreciation for the environment and your food.
24. Drink more water: Ancient man may have drunk tea, but he also consumed lots of water. Sodas, Kool-Aid and other sugary drinks weren’t invented, and ancient man benefited from the lack of choice. Drinking water flushes out your system, clears up your complexion, reduces your chances of getting infections like UTIs, helps you stay hydrated (especially during illness or physical activity) and keeps you more energized. Drinking lots of water also increases your metabolism and can decrease bloating from soda.
25. Eat more fruits and vegetables: Because ancient men and women had fewer choices, they were more inclined to eat the foods that were available, particularly fruits and vegetables. The next time you visit the grocery store, prohibit yourself from buying too many extra snacks and sides that you don’t need, and fill up on fruits and vegetables.