tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-914303397624983515.post2605946323194135731..comments2023-06-01T05:55:21.926-07:00Comments on Ben & Lauren's Adventure Journal: Typical Day In Our Thru-Hiker KitchenBenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08857272462886892109noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-914303397624983515.post-60887129738852393382008-11-23T17:22:00.000-08:002008-11-23T17:22:00.000-08:00Hi Steve,Nice to hear from you!Yes, we were 100% r...Hi Steve,<BR/>Nice to hear from you!<BR/><BR/>Yes, we were 100% raw leading up to the trail, and ate probably a 60% raw diet on the trail. The main 'processed' foods that we incorporated were instant potatoes & hummus, pemmican bars, clif bars and peanut butter.<BR/><BR/>Raw foods that we relied on were Trader Joe's almond butter, almonds & walnuts, raisins, sprouted legumes, Lara Bars. It's pretty easy to carry fresh produce for the first couple days<BR/><BR/>There was also this 'pea-tendril' looking plant called a <A HREF="http://wildernesspaths.us/EdiblePlantArchive.htm" REL="nofollow">greenbriar</A> in North Carolina through New Jersey(?) that we were gathering and adding to our dinners. Also dandelion greens. <BR/><BR/>Another treat in some sections were blueberries and blackberries, but they we're sporadic.<BR/><BR/>Overall, I feel that being active and getting nutrients is far more important than being 'religiously' raw. We felt incredibly nourished on the trail and were not ravenous like most other hikers when we hit town. But I also enjoyed my fair share of oatmeal cream pies out there too.<BR/><BR/>It's pretty easy to fall into a tunnel vision mentality with all of the raw food hype. We've adopted a bit more relaxed view about raw food since being home from the trail. Yes, it is still by far what we choose to prepare for ourselves on a daily basis. We still prefer a mostly vegan primarily vegetarian diet. It makes sense on so many levels. But we've also come to realize that we are willing to be flexible with our diet so that we are able to connect on certain social settings, and so that we do not miss unique cultural experiences.<BR/><BR/>Ultimately, you've got to figure out what works best for you. As far as the trail goes, don't let this one pass you by. And with the stalled economy, I can't think of a better time to get out there and hike!<BR/><BR/>Let me know if you have any further questions.<BR/>_BenBenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08857272462886892109noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-914303397624983515.post-85174380353994412192008-11-21T16:47:00.000-08:002008-11-21T16:47:00.000-08:00Hi there! Just stumbled upon your journal today, t...Hi there! Just stumbled upon your journal today, trying to find some info on the AT. A friend and I are planning on hiking in the spring. Anyways, I am impressed to hear that you both hiked on a raw diet. I don't eat a fully raw diet but that is my goal, and I don't want the AT to be an exception. I'd love to get some advice from you as far as what kinds of foods you ate specifically. Please contact me at stevebaklik@gmail.com. Thank you, and thank you so much for the inspiration!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05135625883080812259noreply@blogger.com