What is a living food diet?

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A living food (LF) diet is an uncooked vegan diet, consisting of fruits, vegetables and roots, berries, nuts, germinated seeds and sprouts. It is filled with the richest sources of vitamins C and E, and carotenoids.

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Special Diets

Looking for a gluten-free diet plan? What about a detox diet? Perhaps you are lactose intolerant and need to have special diet recipes? Any time you make changes in your eating habits with a specific goal, you're on a special diet. Meal planning is especially important for these types of special diets. You need to be prepared for unexpected occasions, travel and sickness. Get the facts on these special diet plans and recipes to ensure you have success in making changes to your eating habits.

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