I was looking over the Spring Cleanse in the book.  Days 5-7 add in raw nuts and seeds.  I can't eat nuts raw, but I can eat them roasted.  I'm the same way with a lot of fresh fruits.  I can't eat them raw, but I can once they've been cooked.  Something in the cooking process destroys or changes whatever it is I'm allergic to.  So when it comes to eating anything like apples, pears, etc. I  slice them up and steam them.  Will I still get the same benefit from the cleanse if I don't eat these foods raw?

Thanks for your help!

Lori

Hey Lori, I do know that if you cook apples thay somehow have more fiber that way...nut allergies are not good That is why we post signs at work when the food contains p-nuts..for saftey reasons...Good luck I am new..Kidscook

Hey Lori, I do know that if you cook apples thay somehow have more fiber that way...nut allergies are not good That is why we post signs at work when the food contains p-nuts..for saftey reasons...Good luck I am new..Kidscook

Lori,

This may help in regards to nuts.  When Jordan is talking about raw nuts or seeds, they are often sprouted.  What I mean by that is they have been soaked in water for overnight, rinsed and then dried in a dehydrator or very low oven.  This process helps to remove the natural acid covering on the nuts and seeds that keep them from rotting when planted.  I often add a few tablespoons of celtic sea salt to the soaking water for added taste and nutrients from the salt.  I hope this helps.  Store the nuts in an air tight container after drying.  Good luck, Sue

ps- Don't soak in city clorinated tap water!