I decided to go raw after I found the cookbook "Raw-volution." The recipes are really easy and delicious. Also, the author breaks each recipe down with symbols so you know how complex it is and what equipment/tools you will need.

But if you want good reading/ encouragement. My FAVORITE raw food book is "12 Steps to Raw." This gives the story of a family's journey to raw food. It also gives a lot of scientific information about the benefits of raw. The appendix is also a good source of information.

Good luck! I was raw for about 6 months and had amazing results. Then I went traveling for the past 6 months and was tempted. Now, I'm slowly becoming a raw foody again. It's a challenge. But online websites and these two books will help!

Aloha, Amy