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Reading the book I bought in Italian on raw food (called "Solo Crudo" = "Just Raw"), there was a lengthy chapter on proteins but nothing on carbs. I'm aware that vegetables have a carbohydrate content, some more than others, but don't we need slow release carbs (brown bread, rice, pasta) for optimal energy? Having said that, these are foods I naturally tend to shy away from, but I'm curious to hear what the raw food literature says about carbs for 100% raw vegans.
Thanks :)
Not a raw fooder, but could you eat sprouted grains? (although most of these don't seem to come with a warm recommendation :D )
http://www.living-foods.com/articles/sprouting.html
I've counted my nutrient intake on certain raw days and I definitely get more than enough carbs! 200-300g (and at least 50g fiber!).
Carbohydrates are usually the majority of raw diets, around 70-80%. I'm not sure what you mean by slow-release carbs, but what I think you mean is low-GI? If so, then you'll be fine, almost all vegetables are low-GI and do not affect blood sugar as other carbohydrates can.
I found this: http://chetday.com/sprouts.html