Living foods  As their name suggests, “living foods” still have their life-force intact. During sprouting, seeds release stored nutrients in a burst of vitality as they attempt to grow into full-sized plants. It is these nutrients that those on living food diets are trying to tap into. These foods are thought by many to be at the peak of their nutritional value and therefore able to supply optimum nutrients to the body. Arguably, the best living foods are those that are organically grown, because the full spectrum of nutrients in the soil are preserved and there are no toxic chemicals to negate their benefits. It is claimed by living food protocol supporters, particularly those with medical conditions, that two major reasons for choosing this lifestyle are: • the fact that living foods are high in nutrients and replete with living enzymes and amino acids, which cannot be achieved with cooked foods; • the fact that living foods place a lesser burden on the digestive system than other food types, without continually depleting our own bodily stores of digestive enzymes. Raw foods As with the living food diet, the focus of a raw food eating regime is on eating uncooked, highly nutritious foods. As these foods are fruit and vegetables, they tend to be low in calories and high in nutrients, which would otherwise be lost if cooked. The raw food diet consists of food that is uncooked and unprocessed. A food is essentially ‘raw' if it is kept below 115 degrees Fahrenheit (46 degree Celsius); the temperature above which enzymes are destroyed. It still contains important enzymes, which act as digestive aids. Enzymes are particularly important because they are known to be the "life-force" or "energy" of food. Eating enzyme-depleted foods will mean that your body is unable to fully utilise foods, which will in turn cause toxicity in the body. Unprocessed, preferably organic, whole foods such as fresh fruits and vegetables, nuts, seeds, beans, sprouts, grains, legumes, dried fruit, seaweed, freshly juiced fruit and vegetables are all examples of highly nutritious raw foods, which lead to higher intake of vitamins and antioxidants. It is widely believed that some of the benefits of a raw food diets include: • weight loss (raw foods contain fewer trans fats and less saturated fat) • improved digestive function (through increased levels of fibre) • higher energy levels • improved resistance to illness • healthier-looking hair and skin. Raw foods also tend to be low in sodium and high in potassium, magnesium, folate and health- promoting plant chemicals called phytochemicals. The time factor In an ideal world, everyone would be able to get all of the nutrients they need on a daily basis from living foods grown themselves under organic conditions, eaten in either a raw or juiced form. However, for most people, this is simply not feasible in this modern age. Time, growing space, work and family commitments are just a few reasons why living and raw food protocols are not necessarily accessible on a wide-scale basis. The answer Notwithstanding the time factor and other reasons why a raw or living food regime may not be a feasible option for you and your family, you may still want to enjoy the associated nutritional benefits on a regular basis. We have the answer! We have developed the Future Nutrition range to replicate the nutritional benefits of raw and living foods as closely as possible. They are packed full of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants for a nutrient top-up every day. To the right of this page, we have mentioned three incredible new products from the range, but there are many, many more. Just click on the ‘More products’ button to be re-directed to our products pages. To check out other Specialist Supplements ranges, click here.   Time-saving alternatives to a living and raw food diet that pack a nutritional punch! © Specialist Supplements Ltd 2011  Fruit Powders Blend A tasty blend of superfruit powders  Freeze-dried fruits packed with antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and fibre. Contains no known allergens. Ingredients include*: • pears • figs • tamarind • whole oranges • baobab fruits • peaches  *Ingredients subject to change - check main website for latest product information.     Vegetable Powders Blend   A tasty blend of superfood vegetable powders  Freeze-dried vegetables packed with antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and fibre. Contains no known allergens. Ingredients include*: • green barley • wheatgrass • beetroot • cabbage • globe artichoke  *Ingredients subject to change - check main website for latest product information. Berries Powder Blend   A tasty blend of superfruit berry powders  Freeze-dried berries packed with antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and fibre. Contains no known allergens. Ingredients include*: • blackberries • blueberries • raspberries • strawberries • cranberries • cherries  *Ingredients subject to change - check main website for latest product information. 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