Many people know they are eating too much and still have a difficult time controlling their intake. People who consume mainly raw diets however, see massive weight loss without giving much thought to things like portion control. Why is this? One of the reasons is that people on a raw diet rarely over eat. This article will discuss the reasons why.

Raw Food Takes Longer to Eat

One major rule in weight loss is to slow down. In the fast passed world in which we live this can be a tall order. Generally, the more processed a food is the quicker it can be consumed. Raw food has very little (if any) processing. This means that you have to slow down and chew your food. The very fact that you spend longer at the table means that you give your body the time to feel the food so it can tell you it’s had enough.

Raw Food Has a Lower Calorie Ratio

Before it is cooked, most raw foods are rich in two things, water and fiber. As food is cooked however the fiber can break down and the water can be cooked off. Therefore, raw food has a lower ratio of calories than cooked food. By eating raw you will feel full before you consume too many calories.

In addition, many highly processed foods have significantly higher calorie to nutrient ratios. Some say that consuming highly processed low nutrient food results in your body trying to eat more in order to meet its nutrient requirement.

Processed Foods Do Not Communicate as Well with Your Body

Processed foods are designed to be laden with the basic flavors that the human body finds irresistible. We are genetically wired to crave fats, sugars and salts. When you consume such food your body is bombarded by these tastes making you want to eat more and overpowering signals that tell you that you are full.

There are many reasons why going raw significantly reduces overeating. It takes longer to eat, it has fewer calories and more nutrients and it communicates better with your body. All these factors allow you to eat food and naturally know when it’s time to stop without feeling stuffed.