After eating a low-carb diet for several months, I wanted to go back to a vegan diet. Even though I enjoyed being on a low-carb diet, I noticed several changes in how I felt: cramps in my calves, water retention, heart palpitations from time to time, and decreased energy levels when running and during resistance training. So, I decided to document myself on YouTube, and came across Gillian Berry. I binge-watched her videos, and I got so much inspired!

I wanted to go back to the vegan diet, not entirely at the beginning. But now after these 5 days my goal is to go fully raw vegan in the coming weeks. I was a vegan from 2019 until 2023. The thing is, when looking for deeper information, I realized that I wasn’t eating enough. Now, I decided to try the raw vegan diet the right way for 5 days (starting Monday, 19th August) and see how it goes.

DAY 1

1rst meal (1.30 pm)

60g almonds

1 half watermelon (approx. 1,5kg)

4 bananas

2nd meal (3 pm)

200g quinoa + 50g avocado

220g carrots + guacamole (50g avocado)

500g grapes

TOTAL MACROS: 397g carbs | 57g pro | 63g fat | 2476 cal.

DAY 2

Extended 42-hour fast

I finished eating the previous day at 4 pm.

During the day I drank water and green tea. At the end of the day, I made myself a hot chocolate with raw cocoa powder that I filtered, cinnamon, ginger powder, turmeric, spirulina, and water.

DAY 3

1rst meal (10 pm)

1 half watermelon (approx. 1,5kg)

5 bananas

60g almonds

2nd meal (2PM)

1 big salad : 300g lettuce salad + 200g carrots + 1 avocado (100g) + 5g extra virgin olive oil + a little bit of cinnamon

600g grapes

TOTAL MACROS: 319g carbs | 35g pro | 56g fat | 1993 cal.

DAY 4

1st meal (10 PM)

Same as DAY 3

2nd meal (2 PM)

Quinoa salad: 200g quinoa + 137g carrots (2 pieces) + 100g avocado

600g grapes

TOTAL MACROS: 430g carbs | 58g pro | 63g fat | 2619 cal.

DAY 5

1st MEAL

Same as DAY 3 & 4

2ND meal

Big salad: 300g lettuce + 150g carrots (2 pieces) + 100g avocado (1 piece) + a bit of cinnamon

TOTAL MACROS: 218g carbs | 31g pro | 50g fat | 1516 cal.

Raw foods that keep you full typically have high fiber, healthy fats, and protein content. Avocados for example are rich in healthy fats and fiber, which can help curb hunger. Nuts and seeds, like almonds, walnuts, and chia seeds, are nutrient-dense and high in protein and fats, making them filling snacks. Fruits such as bananas, apples, pears, and berries are also beneficial due to their fiber content and natural sweetness. The high water content in cucumbers and celery can help you feel full without adding many calories. Additionally, raw vegetables like carrots and bell peppers are crunchy and satisfying. Incorporating sprouted grains, such as quinoa or buckwheat, can add a protein boost to your meals.

Let me tell you that I deeply enjoyed eating raw ! It’s simple and quick. Eating like this shifts the perception of food. That means eating this way helps see food as fuel rather than seeking pleasure, coping with emotions, or filling a void. Raw foods give a different type of energy to the body and soul, I could feel that. Definitely something to integrate into my lifestyle from now on !