Kurt M. Kates's Page

I have used medication to control my blood pressure for a few years now. Even on the medication it was still high averaging 140/100. Not very good. I also had a terrible time with heartburn, acid reflux or gerd, whatever they are calling it nowadays. I am here to tell you that since changing to a high raw diet I no longer need the gerd medicine. In fact, I do not think I have had a single case of heartburn since making the switch. Not only that but I have been able to stop my blood pressure medi… Continue

By now I know that I need a lot of greens in my diet. So earlier this week I stopped at a local farm that I have driven pass a thousand times before. I had read that greens were their specialty so I know this had to be my spot. I am so glad that I stopped in. I now have a local source for fresh, organic greens. Their spinach and kale were awesome. I picked up a few more items while I was there, 3 bags full of local fresh fruits and veggies for 10 bucks. You can't beat that! I look forward to bei… Continue

Well, after a very shaky week in my life I am determined to get back on the right RAW track. I will be visiting the local produce stand shortly and making a stop at the grocery store for a few items. I am confident I will be back on track in no time. Looking forward to the morning smoothies I've been without. Hey, I am still down 12 pounds since I went to a high raw diet and down 70 pounds from my max. I suffered a hamstring injury, it all started with hauling the dirt for the garden and I never… Continue

On Thursday we purchased a dehydrator. We were both so happy! Giddy like two little kids. Never before have I been so excited about a kitchen appliance. We have two great food processors, a small and large one, they both get quite a workout. But now we have a dehydrator and it hasn't been off since we brought it home. Sweet potato chips, cauliflower popcorn, zucchini, banana, and now we are making crisp green beans, onion rings!!!!, and corn chips(they should help curb those nacho cravings). It… Continue

After a few weeks of eating a VERY high raw diet I feel great. I feel physically lighter after only losing a few more pounds. I have lost a over 60 pounds in about a year with just diet change.
I cannot give enough credit to Jennifer for her amazing cooking during that time. Now that we are eating raw she continues to wow me with her ability to create delicious and nutritious meals. We enjoy our time together researching recipes, going to the grocery store, farmers' market, and preparing meals.… Continue