Re: Vomiting on raw detox?
First off, I'm sorry you've been so ill. Please bear in mind, I'm not a doctor so take all of this with a grain of salt, but what you experienced doesn't sound normal for a detox, at least not a dietary one. Nausea can be expected on a juice fast and maybe some loose bowel movements, but chronic vomiting is not normal or healthy. Are you diligent about washing your produce? Also, are you combining your fruits and veggies properly? Some people are very sensitive to combining acid fruits with sweet fruits and it can cause stomach upset, although I don't know if it would to the level you experienced.
Just based on your symptoms it almost seems you picked up some sort of bug, either viral or food-borne, since the vomiting was so severe and accompanied by diarrhea. Bottom line is that raw is great, but I personally don't think it's for everyone. You have to listen to your body and be kind to it. If you can only tolerate 75% raw and you thrive on it, then do it. Don't focus so hard on being 100% or 90% or even 80%. I think a lot of raw vegans get really hung up on percentages, like a contest to see who's the purest of the raw foodists, but the real deal is that even replacing one cooked meal a day with raw fruits and veggies carries enormous health benefits.
Re: Vomiting on raw detox?
@KnittinMama Thanks for your reply. I hadn't thought much about combinations. Now that I think about it, I didn't take too well to the citrus fruits. I think I'll consider doing 50-75% after I feel ready again. Thank you. :)
Re: Vomiting on raw detox?
You are most welcome. Glad I could be of some help. I hope you're on the mend! :)