Wigmore diet

Wigmore Diet

The Wigmore Diet is a dietary regimen developed by Ann Wigmore, a Lithuanian-American holistic health practitioner and raw food advocate. The diet is based on the consumption of sprouts, wheatgrass, raw foods, and fermented foods, and is often associated with the raw foodism and natural hygiene movements.

History

The Wigmore Diet was developed in the mid-20th century by Ann Wigmore, who was inspired by her grandmother's use of natural remedies. Wigmore believed that a diet consisting of raw, living foods could detoxify the body and restore health. She founded the Hippocrates Health Institute in Boston, Massachusetts, to promote her dietary principles.

Principles

The Wigmore Diet emphasizes the consumption of sprouts, particularly wheatgrass, which Wigmore believed to be a "complete food" capable of sustaining human health on its own. The diet also includes other raw vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, and fermented foods such as sauerkraut and rejuvelac, a fermented wheatberry beverage.

The diet discourages the consumption of meat, dairy products, eggs, and all processed foods, including refined sugars and flours. It also discourages cooking, as Wigmore believed that heat destroys the enzymes in food that are essential for digestion and health.

Criticism and Controversy

The Wigmore Diet has been criticized by some nutritionists and health professionals for its extreme restrictions and potential to cause nutrient deficiencies. Critics argue that the diet's emphasis on raw foods can lead to a lack of necessary nutrients, such as protein, vitamin B12, and iron. The diet's efficacy and safety have not been scientifically validated.

See Also

• Raw veganism
• Fruitarianism
• Juice fasting
• Detoxification (alternative medicine)