Raw food is not just a food, but a philosophy. It is believed that nature knows everything, and whatever grows on earth is already perfect. For vegetarians, many nutritious alternatives like fruits, vegetables, dried fruits, seeds and sprouted beans. All of these items contain a rich amount of enzyme, antioxidant and fiber in its natural form. There is no cooking, so the body does not face stress due to excess heat.
Celebrities stated benefits
Many Indian celebrities have also adopted raw or half raw food. Filmmaker Shekhar Kapoor, known for his healthy lifestyle, has often described how raw food helps maintain his energy and concentration. Actresses like Milind Soman and Jacqueline Fernandez also talk about the benefits of raw, vegetable-based foods. Many people say that it improves digestion, makes the skin shiny, enhances mental health, and feel relaxed in the body and mind. However, even though raw food looks good, Ayurveda tells us to think deeply. According to our traditional health system of India, cooking is not just for making food delicious, it really helps our body digest food.
Eat raw, but maintain balance
Our digestive tract, called fire, plays a big part in how we feel after eating. Raw foods contain a lot of energy, but not everyone’s body can digest it well. Especially in the cold, in some seasons, or if your digestion is weak, it may be difficult to digest raw food. The raw foods are cold and a little heavy to digest. If you eat more raw foods, the stomach can be disturbed and gas-cuffs can increase. This can cause stomach, gas or fatigue.
Both raw and cooked foods in the plate
Ayurveda does not say that do not eat raw food at all. But he says that eat carefully. fresh fruits, salads and soaked dry fruits are good before eating, especially in the spring and in the summer. But the most important thing is to balance. Instead of eating 100% raw food, consider taking a real approach. Keep both raw and cooked foods in your dish.
Balance for health is very necessary
Start your day with fresh fruits or juice. Eat salad in the afternoon. And in the evening, take hot, light spicy, cooked vegetables or lentils. The use of spices such as ginger, cumin and turmeric can help with digestion and increase the absorption of nutrients. Start the day with fruit or juice. Eat salad in the afternoon. And in the evening, take hot, light spicy vegetables or lentils. Spices like ginger, cumin and turmeric will help digest. Remembering raw food is that nature is Best. But our tradition says that balance is very important for health. Enjoy the freshness of raw food, allow cooking to enhance its medicinal and digestive quality.
(The author of this article, Komal Patel, who is a dietitian based in Ahmedabad.
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
June 17, 2025 is 11:43 AM






