Raw til 4 : Healthy all day, treat at night!

Raw til 4

The Raw till 4 vegan diet is a plant-based diet that emphasizes raw foods until 4 p.m. and allows for a cooked plant-based meal for dinner. It’s inspired by the 80/10/10 diet and Starch Solution diet, which are both low-fat, high-carbohydrate vegan diets.

Like the 80/10/10 diet, the Raw till 4 diet is low in fat and emphasizes the consumption of fruit. However, it also incorporates a greater variety of raw plant-based foods, like vegetables, nuts, and seeds, as well as allowing for a cooked plant-based meal in the evening.

In comparison to the Starch Solution diet, the Raw till 4 diet has a different approach to meal timing and emphasizes raw foods to a greater extent. The Starch Solution diet focuses on cooked starches as the primary source of nutrition and includes a variety of non-starchy vegetables, legumes, and grains, but does not restrict cooked foods or limit the consumption of starches to a specific time frame.

As all 3 of these diets are similar to each other I have put together a list of the good and the bad for each so you can better see the differences.

This sounds similar to the Starch Solution and the 80/10/10 vegan diets, how does it differ?

The Raw till 4 diet, 80/10/10 diet, and Starch Solution diet are all plant-based, low-fat diets with differences in the types of foods emphasized and the approach to meal timing.  Below I will lay out the pros and cons of each so you can see the differences.  Also here is a link to a book on Amazon that follows this form of the vegan diet in a more in depth way.

The Raw Til 4 Diet : The Banana Girl Cleanse

Raw Til 4 Pros

  • Emphasizes a variety of raw plant-based foods, which can provide a range of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
  • Allows for a cooked plant-based meal in the evening, which can provide a sense of structure and routine.
  • Encourages consuming foods in their natural state, which some people believe is more healthful.

80/10/10 Diet Pros

  • Focuses on consuming large amounts of fruit, which can provide a wide range of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
  • Low in fat, which can reduce the risk of certain health conditions, like heart disease and certain types of cancer.
  • Simple and straightforward to follow.

Starch Solution Diet Pros

  • Focuses on cooked starches as the primary source of nutrition, which can provide a steady source of energy and reduce the need for snacking.
  • Incorporates a variety of non-starchy vegetables, legumes, and grains, which can provide a range of vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
  • Suitable for those who prefer cooked foods.

Raw Til 4 Cons

  • Limits the consumption of cooked foods, which can reduce the availability of certain nutrients and may not be practical for some people.
  • Can be challenging to follow for those who have busy schedules or limited access to raw plant-based foods.
  • May not provide enough energy and nutrients for some individuals, especially athletes and those with high energy needs.

80/10/10 Cons

  • May not provide enough variety in terms of food choices, as it places a heavy emphasis on fruit.
  • Can be challenging to meet protein and fat needs without adding additional sources of these nutrients.
  • May be difficult to maintain long-term for some individuals.

The Starch Solution Cons

  • High in carbohydrates, which may not be ideal for everyone, especially those with blood sugar management concerns.
  • May not provide enough variety in terms of food choices, as it places a heavy emphasis on starchy foods.
  • Can be challenging to meet protein and fat needs without adding additional sources of these nutrients.

There are many, many other options other than the ones listed above, but this gives you a good start on what to look for when looking the raw til 4 vegan.