Firstly, I'm feeling much better. I won't apologize for that last post, but I will say that I'm a little disappointed in myself for letting my PMS-related emotions get the best of me. We had a lovely Passover Seder two nights ago, and I performed a ritual act to rid my life of my self-judgmental attitudes. Let's do it!
"Now we must consider when to drink. Drink only when really thirsty, and never drink during a meal or directly afterwards. If you must drink near mealtime, it is suggested that you drink at least thirty minutes before eating or two hours after eating. When drinking with meals, we often have the tendency to swallow food that is only partially masticated. In addition, the water will hinder the process of digestion by diluting the digestive juices. Of course undigested or partially digested food is toxic and cannot be assimilated." excerpt from Raw Foods Explained
Raw Foods Explained also discusses what type of water to drink. Specifically, it discusses the dangers of tap water and the benefits of purer forms of water, expecially distilled water. Question: why do we not drink distilled water ourselves, when we are so keen on giving it to pets, particularly fish? We need water as much as a fish does, and the fact that we use water in a different way than fish does not negate its essential role in our lives and bodies. Raw Foods Explained also says:
"Our body is about 60-70% water; fruits are typically 80-90% water! Vegetables are high in water content, too. If we eat an abundance of fresh raw fruits, including melons in the hot seasons, little or no water for drinking will be needed!"
I'm off to eat my bowl full of broccoli, without water. I'll have some this afternoon!
I'd be interested to see how cost-effective buying a water distiller is in the long-run (compared to buying pre-distilled water at a grocery store). For now I'll buy more distilled water, but, hopefully over the summer I can buy a distiller myself.
Much love and peace!
Sam
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