This is my documentation of following Freelee the Banana Girl's controversial Raw Till 4 diet. I was on the diet for approximately 1.5 years and I followed her advice religiously. I ate the unlimited calories she prescribed, and like many, I did not bother to do my research. Her body was enough of a credential to me at the time.
I did not lose any weight until I stopped following this diet. It took me a long time to admit to myself the harm that following this advice had caused me.
I have no doubt that there are many out there that will disagree on my stance on this diet, but I am also sure that there are many who have also fallen for the same trap as I did and shared a similar experience.
Veganism is an important part of my life, and it influences my daily choices and way of living. I want to bring awareness to this part of my life in an educated, professional, and compassionate manner.
I would like to see this turn into a real movement, and that starts on a real grassroots level. Instead of claiming we are "shedding light" on veganism through hostile online attacks we should be builing veganism into the fabric of our society. It will take time, but if we are dedicated to making a true effort I believe this can change countless lives.
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