Why We Both Abandoned 100% Raw Vegan Dogma after 29 Years

John from http://www.okraw.com/ interviews Kaelash about how his views on cooked foods have changed after being a long-term raw vegan.

In this episode, John and Kaelash delve into their transformative journey from strict raw veganism to a more inclusive and balanced approach to diet. With nearly three decades of experience, they reflect on how their initial zeal for raw foods sometimes led to rigid beliefs and social isolation. Kaelash shares his current projects, including the Vital Influence Portal, which focuses on holistic wellness through somatics and yoga therapy, highlighting the importance of gentle, mindful movement for pain relief and overall well-being.

As the discussion unfolds, viewers will learn about the nuanced perspectives both John and Kaelash have developed over the years regarding cooked foods. They candidly discuss their initial resistance to anything cooked and how life circumstances and deeper understanding have led them to appreciate the benefits of incorporating minimally processed cooked foods into their diets. This shift is not just about diet but also about fostering a more inclusive and less dogmatic approach to health and wellness, emphasizing balance and individual needs over strict adherence to raw food ideologies.

Ultimately, this episode offers valuable insights into the evolution of personal beliefs and practices around diet. Viewers will gain a deeper understanding of the potential pitfalls of rigid dietary dogmas and the importance of flexibility and open-mindedness in maintaining long-term health. By sharing their journey, John and Kaelash encourage viewers to find their balanced path, free from the pressures of dietary labels, and to prioritize kindness and inclusivity within the health and wellness community.

Jump to the following topics:
00:00 Episode Starts
00:36 What has Kaelash been up to?
01:42 What is somatics?
03:01 Why we got into eating Raw Vegan
05:10 Is Cooked Food Poison?
06:18 What we originally learned about Raw Vegan
09:15 Our definition of being Raw Vegan
11:19 Why Kaelash Started Eating Cooked Food
12:21 What reaction from Cooked food did you get?
12:53 Did you just start eating lots of cooked food?
15:05 The hypocrisy of raw veganism
17:05 Breaking free from the Raw Vegan Dogma
20:15 John's Style of Eating Raw Vegan
21:30 What is your identity?
23:20 Why Kaelash Started Eating Cooked Foods
25:35 Thoughts on Microbiome and Cooked Foods
27:10 Importance of Resistance Starch
28:00 How much cooked food does Kaelash eat?
30:40 I am particular about the heat processed foods I eat
31:31 Kaelash still makes all Raw food for himself
33:08 What cooked foods have you eaten in the last month
34:20 Did eating small amounts of cooked food cause any health problems?
36:02 Why John started eating heat processed foods
36:45 How much fruit is best to eat?
41:35 What does John eat that is heat-processed?
43:55 Kaelash Sharing His Words of Wisdom
48:00 Learn more about Kaelash and his current project

After watching this episode, you will learn John and Kaelash's views on cooked foods has changed over the years.

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