Added Benefits of being Raw

Today I  hit the 20 pound mark.  I have lost 20 pounds since becoming raw (about 7 weeks).  I love the way I feel when I put my clothes on and they are too big.  Two years ago I would have never thought it was possible.  My goal with eating a raw food diet is to get healthy; losing weight has been the bonus.  I never thought losing weight could be this easy.  In the past I have tried strict workout regimens, South Beach, and The Zone, among other things.  I had initial success with all of them, but after week 2 or 3 I would either plateau or start gaining weight back -- it was very frustrating!  

Some of the other added benefits of eating raw have been:

I don't sweat as much

My body regulates temperature much easier (I don't have to turn the A.C. way down)

Less body odor

Reduced bad breath

ENERGY!

Although I do not sleep as much, I sleep better

My confidence is restored

I no longer have to take daily calcium supplements in order to function

In short, I am excited about my new diet and plan on making it a lifestyle.  This weekend we are going to try out a raw restaurant in Dallas.  I will let you know how it is.