Is a raw food diet calorically adequate?

Many raw food dieters have difficulty meeting caloric needs; studies show average intakes of 1,700–2,200 kcal/day with potential for weight loss.

What nutrients are at risk on a raw food diet?

B12, vitamin D, calcium, iodine, zinc, and protein are commonly deficient; cooking also increases bioavailability of lycopene, beta-carotene, and starch.

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