Evolving out of the kitchen

“Raw foodists” are people who eat 75-100% of their meals uncooked. This has become trendy in the last several years, promoting weight loss and overall good health, according to advocates.

But it’s not just a fad diet. It’s a social movement. There’s the Raw Spirit Festival, for example, in which raw food fans gather to celebrate “dynamic health-eco-peace.” 

“This is more than a raw vegan food festival,” according to a promotional blurb on the organization’s Website. “Our vision is to integrate Healthy Living, Eco-Sustainable Solutions and World Peace because together these comprise a comprehensive strategy for addressing current global challenges. We feel that our Raw Spirit Fest non-profit organization belongs to the entire ever-expanding, international community.”

(This year’s Raw Spirit Festival will be held in a spectacular location in northern Arizona and will feature musical performances and, of course, raw vegan demo chefs.)

This lifestyle came to mind when I recently ran across research by Harvard professor Richard Wrangham on the importance of cooking in human evolution. Read more...


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