Fruits and vegetables well can form a human diet along with diary products. Fruits form a highly nutritive part of vegetarian diet. They supply nutrition and keep the digestive system clean, thereby helping in body detox.

They are basically of two kinds.

Juicy fruits: Orange, pineapples, pomegranates, grapes etc.

Pulpy fruits: Bananas, mangoes, papaya, guava, peaches and other similar fruits.

There is a third kind, called dry fruits like dates, raisins, figs, red seeded raisins, apricots etc.

1. They contain sugar – dextrose, glucose, fructose etc which are quickly absorbed and disintegrated in the body providing heat and energy to the weak and sick.
   
2. They are free from fats.
3. Proteins are less, so digestion is easy and quick.
4. They contain natural water which is pure and free from other impurities.
5. They contain soft digestible fibre which acts as an expander in intestine and helps in peristalsis. Hence they are good to prevent constipation.
6. Full of vitamins. But they are natural not synthetic, so readily absorbed and utilized in the body.
7. They contain acids, citric, malic, acetic, tannic, tartaric, etc. Many of these acids increase appetite, improve digestion, act as an antiseptic
8. In addition, many fruits and vegetables, particularly dried beans and peas, are significant sources of folate, a B vitamin that can help reduce the risk of certain serious and common birth defects.
9. Many items, such as raisins, grapes, cherry tomatoes, and bananas, can be eaten on the spot, with minimal preparation. NCI campaign literature refers to fruits and vegetables as the "original fast food" and in fact the only healthy fast food.
10. The blood, serums and other liquids in the body are purified with the intake of only selected fruits for few days. The whole body is cleansed.

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Research shows that specific chemicals in foods — such as sulforaphane, a phytochemical in broccoli — work with your genes to boost your body's natural defense systems, helping to counter toxins and free radicals before they can do the damage that leads to cancer, cardiovascular disease, and even premature aging.

Lycopene, the pigment that makes tomatoes red, also appears to reduce risk for cardiovascular disease, some cancers, and macular degeneration. It’s also been associated in greater self-sufficiency in elderly adults. While fresh tomatoes have a good hit of lycopene, the most absorbable forms are found in cooked tomato products, such as spaghetti sauce and soup and prepared salsas. Pink grapefruit, guava, red bell peppers, and watermelon are also rich in lycopene. 

Eating at least two cups of orange fruits like sweet potatoes, squash and carrots boosts intake of beta-carotene, which converts to vitamin A, essential for healthy skin and eyes, and which may also reduce the risk of some cancers, cardiovascular disease, and osteoporosis. Lutein and lycopene, also found in orange produce, also help reduce the risk of macular degeneration and may protect skin from sun damage and even reduce wrinkling as well. Mangos and cantaloupes are also beta-carotene endowed.

And if you don’t do anything else to change your diet, eat your dark leafy greens. They have been showed to significantly reduce your risk for heart disease and may also save your eyesight. Dietary guidelines advise at least three cups of greens a week. Frozen or bagged is as good as fresh.

Don’t forget the mental aging process either. The heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acids have also recently been shown to keep your brain sharp. A recent study found that a higher intake of fatty fish significantly reduced mental decline.  If fresh fish isn't an option, go for canned tuna, salmon, and sardines.

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The benefits of raw foods diet are many to count: lowering cholesterol and triglyceride levels, eliminating cravings, preventing overeating, purging the body of accumulated toxins, balancing hormones, maintaining blood glucose levels and reversing degenerative diseases.

The raw diet maintaining people also report benefits like, increased energy levels, improved appearance of skin, improved digestion, weight loss and reduced risk of heart disease, just to name a few.

There can be some initial side effects when you are first start to take raw foods diet. Some detoxification effects may be experienced as your body attempts to shed some toxicity. This may include occasional headaches, nausea sensations and mild depression. They usually disappear after initial days but if these symptoms persist, you should seek the help of somebody who is experienced with detoxification symptoms. Usually naturopaths running natural therapy centers apply this method to start detoxing the body.

Following a raw food diet means that you have to carefully plan your meals to make sure you don't fall short of essential nutrients, vitamins and minerals. You may consider taking dietary supplements especially when you starting out with raw food diet.  You may need to invest in some appliances.  A durable juicer, a blender and a large food processor make raw food preparation a breeze.

The smoothest way to begin a raw foods lifestyle is to slowly transition into it. Try starting off by eating approximately 70 to 80 percent raw foods in your diet. Have fruit and salads throughout the day and a cooked vegetable meal with a salad in the evening. This should help make the transition easier on your body and hopefully lessen side effects associated with detoxification.

Most importantly this transition should be out of own will. Remember, forced execution without interest or self conviction not only does not provide the desired results, it also sometimes backfires with many side effects. This therapy something which involves your mental state, so with your mental conviction helps in getting results faster.

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