Benefits of a Raw Vegan Diet Blog :
A joint study carried by scientists from University of California at Los Angeles and Louisiana State University found raw vegetables contain higher amounts of antioxidants. These antioxidants include vitamins C and E, folic acid, lycopene, alpha-carotene and beta-carotene. Vitamins C and E neutralize free radicals and protect your body cells. Lycopene -- a naturally-occurring pigment in coloured vegetables such as tomatoes and apricots -- boosts your immune system and also lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease. Folic acid is necessary for the formation of red blood-cells and proper functioning of the brain and nervous system. Beta-carotene, found in brightly coloured vegetables, protects the skin from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet rays. It also slows down the ageing process and reduces the risk of diseases associated with old age.
