Another name for the raw food diet, an eating pattern based on uncooked and minimally processed plant foods. Followers typically eat raw fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, and sprouted grains, avoiding anything heated above about 40 to 48 degrees Celsius, on the belief that cooking destroys natural enzymes and nutrients. While the diet is rich in fibre, vitamins, and phytochemicals, it can fall short in protein, vitamin B12, iron, zinc, and calcium, and carries food safety risks from uncooked produce and raw animal products where those are included. Dietitians advise careful planning and hygiene for anyone attempting it long term.