Newton Health and Wellness takes a different approach to nutrition than most conventional thinkers.  We urge you to forget about counting carbs, grams of proteins etc.  Our raw food approach is about food groups and true organic wholesome meals.  Instead of asking how many grams of sugar you consumed or the amount of calories in each meal, we ask if you have consumed your grasses, nuts, seeds and dark leafy greens.  A mindful approach to how you eat and the quality of your ingredients is key to a healthy diet.

• Aim for variety in all food groups.
• Include as much fresh food as possible.
• Minimize your consumption of processed foods and fast food.
• Eat an abundance of fruits and vegetables.
• Reduce your consumption of animal proteins.
• Try to include at least one serving of vegetable protein per day.
• Cook once, eat twice.
• Be creative with leftovers – plan for your week.
• Use oils and fats appropriately – cook with grapeseed and use olive oil for dressings/vinaigrettes.
• Reduce fried foods.
• Reduce your consumption of coffee, soft drinks or highly caffeinated beverages.
• Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate!!!! With fresh water!!!
• Eat Raw, leafy greens and sprouts in abundance daily.
• Aim to include all colors of fresh fruits and vegetables.
• Try one new vegetable, fruit, or whole grain per week.
• Buy a vegetarian cookbook and play in the kitchen.
• Try to buy organic whenever possible.
• Join a local CSA or coop that offers benefits of buying organic, local, produce, eggs, dairy, and supports your community.
• Try to find sustainable or ethically raised meats without hormones or additives.