Hi Everyone,

I tried a raw vegan diet (80-10-10) several years ago... I loved the way I felt on the diet, but it was impossible to stick to it.  I've recently decided to try a raw diet again, but I know that including animal products give me a better chance at long-term success.

I'd like to transition as quickly as possible, but am currently finding myself facing cravings.  I also just don't have the desire to eat much raw meat... I can eat about an ounce or two before I just don't want any more.  Ideally, I'll be eating a lot of fruit during the day with green juice, and then egg yolks and meat later in the day.  Should I just tough out the cravings and hope my appetite improves?  Would it be best to allow myself some cooked food and gradually increase the raw food over a period of time?  In terms of cooked food, which foods cause the least harm?  Potatoes, steamed veggies... what else is there?  I'm trying to stay away from grains as a rule.

Thanks for the advice, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to introduce myself!

Warmly,
Laura