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Varicose veins, heals with diet?

2017-07-24T11:18:10.000Z

Hi fruit lovers!

Hope you are having and enjoying the 811 lifestyle benefits.

I just met my older cousin (36 years old and personal trainer) after 7 months, he just started a vegetarian, no processed sugar, no coffee, no alcohol, no smoking lifestyle.

Now, he has varicose veins, they are not the worse I've seen, but they are annoying him aesthetically so I wanted to help him before he decides to go on surgery.

Does anybody has the experience of healing them without surgery?

Thanks to all!

Have a great day!

Cheers!!!

Starting to make vids of my daily thoughts and lifestyle.

2016-10-07T21:04:32.000Z

Some quality !@#$ posting here people.

https://youtu.be/D3neMRTJaxg

New here and glad to be

2016-04-06T15:11:13.000Z

Hey all!,

I'm new here! I wasn't exactly sure where to start so I figured I'd post here. Psyched I joined up and consider myself a student and teacher of life. My goal is to gain as much knowledge from you all and share mine in return. I first found out about "30 Bananas A Day" from a friend who suggested I check out Durianrider's YouTube channel. I was about a week into my bicycle tour riding racked from New York to California which took me 75 days(you can watch the video here). I was on the path to mastery and needed inspiration which Durian provided. Not only has he changed my perspective on eating but my life. After my trip in 2014 I've been doing the "Raw Till 4" lifestyle and my cycling and overall life has improved.

While I still have many things to work on, I'd like to gain more of a knowledge base around food and what it does for my body and how it can improve my cycling. I have a website which you can check out at Manual Pedal and YouTube channel. I've been biking all my life. My dad said one I picked up my bike I never put it down and he's right, I never will put it down until it's my time. I started in BMX which then led me to track and road cycling. I now do road cycling exclusively and bike touring and bikepacking when time permits.

I can often go off in tangents so to leave on a lite note... I'm really psyched to be apart of this community and looking forward to learning and sharing.

Best Regards,

Dwayne _/\_

CAN I CURE MYSELF OR BE SICK FOREVER?

2015-09-10T15:23:30.000Z

OKAY THIS IS A LITTLE BIT OF A READ, BUT I TRIED TO KEEP IT AS SHORT AS POSSIBLE! GO AT IT:

Foods I react to:

apple, appricot,cheery,kiwi,nectarine, peach, pear, plum, prune, anise, beans, caraway, carrot, celery, coriander, cumin, dill, fennel, green pepper, lentils, pasrley, parsnips, peanut, peas, potatoe, tomatoe, almond, hazelnut, walnut, sunflower, melon, orance, watermelon, canteloupoe, honeydew, pineapple, papaya, mango, cucumber, zuchini, collards ( I am sure there is more but this is the list they gave)

So I have been diagnosed with oral allergy syndrome- a case where due to the outdoor allergies ( grass , mugwort, ragweed , birch & cats/dustmites)...I react also to a protein of fruits that mimic these main allergies..and end up with what looks like acne/hives all over my neck-jaw-mouth-cheeks, and get a swollen tight throat, and sometimes depending on the fruit/veggie red flushed face. --> it's nice to know I was not crazy and imagining all this, as I honestly thoguht i had an allergy to everything...and well now this explains a lot, but its also really sad & frustrating for me...as

1) I spend almost all my free time in nature/all my passions revolve around nature...so being allergic to this...well its beyond devastating.

2) I cannot understand how them most pure things on thisplanet my body is rejecting ( apart from the idea that its severely damaged inside and chose to punish me in the sense of not wanting the healthiest foods to cure itself)

I also..on top of this have PCOS ( the thin/normal weight version..not overweight) + had severed psoriasis I developped and cured once I cut out dairy. And have IBS with certain foods I notice.... ( strangely enough not pure pasta/ plain yukon gold potatoes.. if they are the base in my diet + dates)...So my body is just really messed up and sensitive to A LOT.

this goes on to the next point which many of you will have something to say for sure about:

the only way I have ' improved/healed' my symptoms of the acne/rash/pcos/swelling was ONCE in my life...this past year when I avoided all foods on my allergy list ( this was before I even knew what kindo f allergy I had), and would only strictly eat - my eyes looked clearer, my hair was getting thicker again:

Brown korean sticky rice ( glutinous one)

steamed tender spinach

a little bit of garlic, and occasional thyme, occasional seaweed, randomly some red pepper steamed and - yes this is bad I know...but I took Cod Liver Fermented Oil from green pastures...and noticed, and others around me also...a whole big improvement in the way I looked..as long as I had avoided the other foods on my list.

and a sliver of wild fish (ie. sardines, black cod) twice a week steamed ( size of my thumb ) : the reason i resorted to fish after being vegetarian my whole life almost...( without dairy..but cheese yes on special occasion only after 16 years old:I am 21 now) , was because I wanted to take b-12 pills, but would always no matter what kind I tried get huge rashes all over my body/face...and on top of the fruit rashes..I really looked like some disease walking. I also

and occasionally vitamin D3, though I tried to stay away from synthetic vitamins ( though cod liver many will argue is synthetic in a sense..)

- I never got sick while eating this way ether

However, the reason I stopped this and am dealing with the symptoms, because I just cannot come to accept that I can eat such a limited number of foods and be fine...and never in my life be able to come near the 'purest' things on this planet.

I have a really messed up background of food eating...no one in my family has these problems...only me-meanwhile I always thought I was the healthiest due to my eating style...what a joke! Now I am paying big time, and really would love help/ guidance from people with experience or know actual first handedly people who have perhaps cured their PCOS + Oral Allergies with this lifestyle....I have not really found information.

If you recommend any books too?

I heard about water fasting..I would love to do this if I can alone...with a friend/family around me to help me around...if you know that can be done/safe? Because I really do not have thousands of dollars to be spending on a fasting retreat..if I could I would...I am already on governmentloans during my school and barely have money to buy food let alone...do that fasting.

I really want to heal myself, get rid of this..heal my gut, heal my IBS, cure my PCOS...get a period back ( though people say if I dont have one its natural...but having cysts on my ovaries I do not see as natural) never get rashes again... but I am in a rut. My sister who is a doctor...not to hate.. but she is the most modern style doctor there is...really is no help apart form doing what I already did...avoiding the foods ( good success...but sucky life, mind you I didn't mind eating brown sticky rice everyday, every meal as I loved it... but hard to travel or do anything...)

So if you think there is any advice / way of life I can go about to not get these symptoms, while still being able to live a life I love : rock climbing, camping, traveling, not relying on cooked /dehydated foods...unless dried fruits I guess count?

All my kindest regards

haters

2015-08-19T00:55:23.000Z

Being in college is introducing me to a lot of new people. While some people are very accepting of the answer, "I'm vegan because I want to be." or "I'm doing it for me," other people shun the idea. It's not like I am pushing my ideas on them in anyway, they ask ME about my lifestyle, yet they get all defensive about their SAD. I don't want to go into depth about why vegans don't wither away.... & not to mention there are vegan bodybuilders when these people clearly can't respect facts. Does any one else encounter these closed minded people often? If so, I need your advice!

Unquenchable Hunger?

2015-03-25T14:50:11.000Z

I have been eating abundantly, but no matter what I eat or how much I can't seem to ever truly be full.

The past two nights I've woken up in the middle of the night hungry. I'm eating a LOT of food, and it's nutrient dense food too! How can I quench my hunger easier?

High Carb Hawaiian Action Lifestyle

2015-02-17T21:25:04.000Z

Aloha everyone!

My name is Ryan, my girlfriend is Hunter, and we lve on the island of Oahu! We are both excited to be on 30BaD :)

We both live and breathe the high carb vegan lifestyle, for health, the environment, ethics, and see the benefits every single day. We are both so so happy to join the community, and really be able to connect with you all.

We live an incredibly active lifestyle. Hunter is a professional skateboarder, and I am a competitive surfer/bodyboarder. We surf, skate, climb mountains, paddle to near by islands, and do much much more on a daily basis! We recently made a video about a basic day in our life, and would love it if you checked it out. We are excited to get to know everybody, good times to come!

My Raw Till 4 Staples!

2015-01-20T18:29:43.000Z

Vegan/high carb/health/lifestyle/ED coaching

2015-01-03T17:07:06.000Z

Hello everyone, just wanted to announce that I am offering 1 on 1 Skype coaching services for anyone who is new to vegan and/or high carb living and needs help and guidance, or anyone who is struggling with an eating disorder, depression, etc who needs someone to talk to. Because I'm just starting out I am also offering very reasonable prices for anyone who's interested! Here is the link to the coaching page on my website: http://plantpoweredactivist.com/health-and-lifestyle-coaching/

Look forward to hearing from you!!

Sodium-Potassium Ratio

2014-12-05T08:39:09.000Z

Hello everyone! :)
Are there any advice out there on what an ideal ratio between sodium and potassium would be? Is there even one such? And is it even something necessary to consider in terms of health (especially on this lifestyle)?
Thank you!

modern diseases

2014-11-08T08:12:40.000Z

hi, i have a question about modern diseases. i totally agree that all the cancers, tumors and other modern diseases are caused by unhealthy lifestyle. but there haven't been so many cases of these diseases even a century ago. i wonder if the meat eaters have always gotten diseases only different ones? and these modern are just a result of modern food industry?

Loving this

2014-10-06T19:23:26.000Z

Just wanted to share some positive effects with the RT4 lifestyle since there has been so much talk about weight gain, switching to The Starch Solution, bloating, etc.

When I first started doing RT4 my energy levels immediately improved, my digestion is better than ever (seriously, wow), my skin is so clear and my hair feels amazing. Really, this is the best change I have ever made. I'm only 19 years old (20 in a month!) and I am confident that I will eat this way forever. High carb low fat is the way to go, always. <3

The question of lentils on a high carb diet, to eat or not to eat ??

2014-09-19T10:38:39.000Z

Hi guys, I am currently transitioning to a high carb vegan lifestlyle ( love not being bloated!!). I just have a question on lentils. For now when I have my cooked meal I eat boiled rice ( love it !!) but I usually accompany it with boiled beans or a low sodium lentil soup. I am not sure if I should be doing this ? Why ? because I know that pulses in general are high in protein but they also have a carb content. Could some one please tell me if the lentils and beans are okay ??

Love this lifestyle

2014-05-20T17:37:44.000Z

Ive beeb mostly raw since october 2013Off and onBut always vegan no matter what!Im happy to be staying on track and feel so refreshed again after just a month of being raw til 4 80/10/10Its amazing how brain fog goes away, energy increases, and how your skin is more vibrant not to mention everything around you has a new glow too. I love this. Never going back to any other ways!!!Love my families and boyfriends support. :)Mad mad love <3My boyfriend is also super interested and eats what i make which is so nice. I love that i feel no pressure around him with my lifestyle eating habits. So perfect

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How long before I slim out??

2014-05-03T05:06:19.000Z

I've been low fat vegan for over six months and I've gained about 15 pounds (105 pounds now) I came from a background of extreme restriction and now I'm eating between 2500-3500 calories a day and I workout 3-5 times a week for 30 minutes. Am I doing something wrong or am I just impatient??

Dealing with Family

2014-03-20T17:48:46.000Z

Eversince I've become a vegetarian (about 2 years ago), I've been very judged for not eating meat, 'lacking protein' etc, you know it. I don't normally care about the mean comments, as long as I know that I'm eating what's best for me. But it's a bit different when it comes to family. My mum has always tried to promote a healthy lifestyle (according to the majority) in our family (cooking with minimum salt and oil, buying farm products, etc). And for most people, NOT eating from McDonalds means 'healthy', without realising the demage that mean and dairy can cause. But my dad, has always been a 'heavy' meat-eater; and you might know people who can't have a meal without devouring a 'big, juice peace of meat'. For these people is just hard to comprehend a meatless life. They are normally the big judgers, who condemn you for not having any protein in your diet. So, these being said, I can say that a person who, like my mum, is easier to 'convert' to the vegan diet, as she (like myself) doesn't feel the need of eating meat. So the news was quite striking to my family "So you're not even eating FISH??? vegetarians eat fish!" - "DOOH - it has a face!".But since becoming a vegetarian, I gradually gave up dairy as well(which I think I'm intolerant to anyways) and eggs (which I've always hated). And since January, I've adopted the HCRV lifestyle (sometimes having cooked dinners).The good thing is that my mum has always supported mebut my dad is very hard to convince. So before going home last time (btw, we live in different countries), I told them what I eat - fruits & veg and nothing else (ha - what??)I'm happy that they've accepted to watch together a couple of documentaries (Forks over knives and Food matters). And also, after my non-stop mumbling about alkaline and acid foods, cancer, health, I made them think a bit, or actually scared them (as they both had health problems). I made them smoothies and salads, and other dishes and I think that was encouraging. So my dad, realising that he's harming himself by continuing having the same lifestyle, decided to give up meat a few days a week, which is still SOMETHING. As a sedentary person, is very hard to motivate yourself to get out of bed, but they've also started going to the pool (which is a huge improvement I would say). After me leaving, they've started being more conscious about what they're eating.I know that 'my story' sounds boring, and perhaps there's nothing special about it; but I'm sure there are a lot of you who would like to change your family's lifestyle. And it's NOT impossible. Have patience; show them your love and your concern about their health. Be an example! Share your food with them! They will see how delicious it can be! It's a slow process, but it can happen!Sorry for the long post; hope it helps! x

I need help with my Raw Vegan Lifestyle research :-)

2014-03-01T06:35:50.000Z

Hi people,

I'm doing an assignment based on the raw vegan lifestyle and I don't really know a lot about it. It'll be great if you guys can provide me with some answers :P

1. When did raw veganism begin?

2. If you've been a raw vegan for more than 3 years, what sort of music do you listen to? can you tell me about your fashion sense and anything else about your lifestyle?

3. What sort of colours / symbols do you like?

4. Are there any particular clothing stores you shop at?

Your responses are very much appreciated :)

Cheers!!

Living Simply?

2014-02-19T13:38:18.000Z

Just watched Tarah's (40 below fruity) newest video about living in a cabin in nature and totally fell in love because I would love to do the same one day. For anyone who can offer advice though, how does one support themselves on a lifestyle like this? And is it difficult to get enough fruit when not too close to civilization? Haha. Thanks!

How much exercise do I need?

2014-02-18T22:25:33.000Z

How much do i need everyday?

I do a quick 15 minute workout every morning but a lot of times during the week I cannot fit in anything else because of work and school.

Still transitioning, already seeing results/detox symptoms!

2013-12-04T07:37:21.000Z

I am still transitioning in to a fully HCRV diet. I was previously just eating a raw breakfast for a couple weeks. Now I'm incorporating a raw lunch. Just tonight i had my first cooked low fat/high carb vegan dinner.

Results so far:

Increased energy levels - my exercise session are 4 times as long as they use to be, and i no longer take pre workout.

Decreased water retention - lost about 7 lbs this week after gaining 5lbs in the first couple weeks of transitioning

Decrease in mucus/allergy symptoms

Brighter more hydrated skin - I didn't have to moisturize very much this week, i have dry skin usually.

Detox symptoms:

Acne - I'm breaking out like crazy
Increase in the amount i sleep - i use to sleep 6-7 hrs, now I'm sleeping 10-12 hrs a night.

WARNING PERSONAL GIRLY STUFF:

I also just recently had an unusually short/light period. It lasted about 3 days and was at no time "heavy" by any means. I've never had really bad cramps/bleeding, but this is drastically less than usual. Is this okay? Am i losing weight too fast or is this natural/healthy?

I've lost my period before from my bf% getting too low. So i am a little concerned. But I'm also about 20 lbs heavier now, than i was when i lost it in the past.

MMA UFC Fighter, Mac Danzig, on the Raw Vegan 80/10/10 Diet!!

2013-08-14T07:57:33.000Z

Hi all,

So I recently saw Mac Danzig mention he's been on the 80/10/10 Diet for the past 3 months or so...

From Mac's Twitter:
"This summer has been amazing for organic fruit Awesome timing for me doing the 80/10/10 thing for the past 3 months."

Here's Mac's Twitter Account: https://twitter.com/macdanzigmma

Are raw vegan athletes really the future in professional sports?

Just FYI Mac lost his last fight to Melvin Guillard via knockout in the 2nd round, following a close 1st round...

What are your thoughts, feelings, predictions for Mac's performance, etc...?

Felt the need to share this, thought it was pretty cool :)

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My Country is in a crisis, what to do now?

2013-06-21T19:34:11.000Z

Hey there,

I am not really active on the forum but I am in need of help seriously. I was able to solve any problems that got in my path so far but now I am neck deep in the stuff...

I love the 811 lifestyle and I am even pretty flexible and eat McDougall style when I don't have fruit lying around. I have been alternating between these two for ~7 months and I feel awesome and I would like to do it long-term, like for a lifetime.

Now the problem kicks in. When I started 811 food was affordable here in Hungary however in a few months prices spiked so much that even potatoes are expensive. Fruit is just not affordable and tastes like complete shit. For instance potatoes used to cost 100-120 Huf/kg last year and now they cost 300-400 Huf, which is insane. Bananas used to be 150-200 /kg and now its 400 and there are no wholesale shops in the whole country except for like two, 150km away from me. Even fruit grown locally costs so much. For instance I love grapes... they used to cost ~250/kg last year and now its 500 and above... no f*cking way. [sorry for the language, I am so desperate and angry].

There is no demand for plant matter in this country. They are setting up crops in place of fruit farms to be able to feed the animals they slaughter. And it is getting worse. We revolve around meat (paleo heaven? ).

At the moment I am studying at a university and planning to move out of the country as soon as I get my degree (I am an english major, the translator/interpreter type). Right now I am bound to my family and if I left uni and tried to live on my own I would just die of starvation. It is nearly impossible to find a decent job here in Hungary, even with the right qualifications. I wouldn't be able to live on my own yet... which is the most frustrating. I love my family and all, they are also fully accepting but living here is just not an option anymore.

I am planning on moving to the States since I find it the most comfortable (language and all that). Still, I don't really know what to do, I am so unsure. Do I really want to move so far away? What do you guys think I should do? This is not only about being 811 or vegan, its more about trying to live a fuller life for me. I don't want to waste my life here where everyone is hooked on the money and get into huge debts just to have some property of their own. I want to live as simply and as freely as possible. Any advice?

Raw Food Leaders UNITE - Is it Possible?

2013-04-10T15:30:42.000Z

I viewed this video today and I thought it was an interesting suggestion. I'm still new to the raw food lifestyle so many of the leaders he names, I'm not familiar with. I would like to hear Freelea and Durianrider's response to Matt's suggestion. Do you think it's possible to unite efforts with the aim of bringing more individuals to the raw food lifestyle?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JGMQtlRblno

Please share your thoughts...

Re-write conventional wisdoms to frugi version

2013-03-07T01:13:47.000Z

Give a man a fruit and he’ll eat that fruit, teach him to pick fruit and he will nourish himself with many fruits.

Use this instead of the fishing version.

Lets re-write things to help change the culture. Use analogies that are more inline with how we should live.

Whats your example?

How did we ever eat bananas before this thing?

2013-01-25T04:58:53.000Z

My friend Figgie shared this with me for my LOL of the week :D

http://www.amazon.com/Hutzler-5717-571-Banana-Slicer/dp/B0047E0EII

Scroll down to the almost 2,500 (!) reviews and let the fun begin!

Just one example:

By Uncle Pookie

Once I figured out I had to peel the banana before using - it works much better.
Ordering one for my nephew who's in the air force in California. He's been using an old slinky to slice his banana's. He should really enjoy this product!

To afford this pure-fuel diet, what radical changes did you make?

2012-12-09T21:19:17.000Z

Hello, I am a stay-at-home parent. We live on my husband's income but it doesn't cover the cost of this diet's quantity of fruits and veggies (organic). I don't want to work for the man, my husband and I both agreed that it would be ideal to be home with our girls as long as possible, so they have a secure upbringing. My question is this, for those out there who have a similar story to mine, how did you stay with your children at home AND bring in extra income and/or make changes to your monthly bills in order to fund this diet?

What special benefits have YOU recieved since going vegan?

2012-08-13T18:04:43.000Z

This could be physical, mental, or spiritual.... Lets share what positives we have experienced in relation to our vegan choices. Lets show the people and world what's possible, again, again and again! I want to hear yours..... even the newbies, feel free to share whatever good changes youve noticed since you started and use them as inspiration to keep going

afew of mine are...

-clearer mentality/better focus

-enthusiasm for everyday life

-lighter on my feet

-lighter body

-clearer complexion

-i've become a friendlier person in general

The 801010 Appliance Upgrade ?

2012-06-21T15:06:00.000Z

O.K. - So I've already invested in some appliances on this journey - and am ready to perhaps take the next step.

I already popped for an Excaliber dehydrator and a Cuisinart food processor when I was more in the mind of gourmet raw - but now I'm maybe willing to sell those on ebay - and reinvest in some other things.

Right now - I'm thinking that maybe a Vita Mix - to make smoother date-o-rade ? - maybe a used one from ebay ? On the other hand, can't I just soak the dates over night and get by with a cheap Osterizer ?

What are some of your stories with this "appliance issue" on 801010 ? I know that some people have invested quite a bit in " slow juicers ", Norwalks, Tri Bests, and premium blenders like Blentec's and Vita Mix's.

I bought a 200$ Breville blender thinking it would make like a "poor man's" Vita Mix - and it didn't quite work out - so I returned it at Bed Bath and Beyond.

I just went out to ebay - and it is quite fascinating to see all the "stuff" that is available for folks on this lifestyle. However, I've always just thought that a knife and cutting board plus some reasonably priced gadgets here-and-there would work for me.

A call out to Hawaiian 80/10/10ers!

2012-06-14T13:34:19.000Z

I really want to move to Hawaii after graduation and was wondering if anyone could give me some advice on the best (and hopefully cheapest) place to live as a lfrv?

All I can think about is the beautiful climate and fresh fruit that would make this lifestyle so easy and enjoyable. But right now I'm terrified of moving so far away from everything I've ever known and need some help!

Thanks in advance!

SICK, SAD SPOUSE won't eat HCRV :( HELP

2012-05-13T12:24:05.000Z

Hey guys, what have you done when your spouse refuses to try HCRV even though he sees the amazing benefits and admits that it's an ideal lifestyle. It's hard for me to feel so good and watch him to feel so bad day after day. HCRV is a huge part of my life now, and I want to share that with him. But it's been a struggle. Not just with the food, but he's giving me pushback about wanting to go to sleep so early, etc. any suggestions???(btw he is not a meat eater, he's veggie)Thanks!