Soaking nuts and seeds before eating?

Q Hey. I have recently converted to raw food diet. Nuts and seeds are an important part of my diet, especially now. In regard to soaking to release inhibitors. I have heard different things. Whats your view or can you point me to a good source of info. Thanks. Have an awesome day = )

A Here's a link that explains soaking nuts and dried fruit. should I soak nuts

Here's more detailed information on nuts including nutritional traits of different varieties.

Like nuts, which are actually large seeds, edible seeds are best if soaked before eating, except hemp which does not have enzyme inhibitors.

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Can I cook the greens before I juice them?

Q Can I cook the greens before I juice them?

A Not a good idea. The whole purpose of juicing is to gain the fresh raw nutrients and enzymes present in the fruits and vegetables. Cooking would greatly reduce the nutrient value and the overall benefits.

What you're actually describing is vegetable broth which does contain minerals, but we're after much more here on this raw foods site.

Juice them raw and as fresh as possible. If it's the taste of the greens you're worried about then juice some carrots or fruit along with them until your taste buds adjust.

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