what is the purpose of soaking nuts for nutrition?

The main reason soaking nuts and seeds is so important is because they contain enzyme inhibitors.

The purpose of these enzyme inhibitors is to protect the nut or seed until it has what it needs for growing.

Nature allowed the inhibitors and toxic substances to be easily removed when the conditions (enough rain and sun) were met.

In nature, when it rains the nut gets enough moisture so it can germinate and produce a plant. The plant then continues to grow with the sunlight.

By soaking nuts and seeds, you release these toxic enzyme inhibitors AND increase the life and vitality contained within them!

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The Benefits of Soaking Nuts and Seeds

* Enzyme inhibitors get neutralized.

* The amount of vitamins your body can absorb increases.

* Gluten breaks down so digestion is much easier.

* Phytic acid, which inhibits the absorption of vital minerals, is reduced.

Soaking times vary with the nut. Generally the more dense the nut, the longer the soaking time. Ideally, soaking should be done at room temperature.
 
Raw foodist will germinate or 'sprout' nuts and seeds prior to consuming because their basic principle is that eating food that is 'living' is more nutritious and gives the body more energy. Soaking nuts is bringing them back to life. Soaking also removes the outer skin of the nut, which is considered an enzyme inhibitor. Raw foodists are keen on eating foods that have LIVE enzymes- which are said to be more quickly and efficiently absorbed by the stomach and digestive tract. They are also keen on eating foods that are acidic or basic, which aids in balancing the PH of the digestive sytstem and blood system.
 
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