raw diet 'default template'

[Monica]

'Seasonal' is also a favourable attribute that goes hand-in-hand with local, and where local (or at least national/continental) isn't possible, 'fair trade' should also be worth consideration (even if that's less about health than compassion and causing as least harm as possible).

Yes, seasonal makes sense. The Essene Gospel of Peace is very profound (if you can get past the Bible-flavored terminology) and says to "Eat what Mother Nature puts on her table" ie. in season. In the summer, when it's hot, there's nothing more refreshing than cool watermelon and other fruits! They are in season when we need cooling off.

Then, in the fall, root vegetables are ready to be harvested, and can last all winter with proper storage. Same with nuts and seeds, which are higher in fat, to help keep us warm when it's cold.

Talking compassion, there is also a rather new therapeutic (and lifestyle) approach called 'compassionate eating' - compassionate towards one-self and other-selves that I really like as a concept: Compassionate Eating.

-`ღ´-

Wonderful!

...