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Have there been any successful athletes who follow a raw food diet?

Kallie Piddletown

Hey there,

Great question! Yes, there have been several successful athletes who follow a raw food diet. Here are some examples:

1. Venus Williams: The tennis star adopted a raw vegan diet in 2011 after being diagnosed with an autoimmune disease. Since then, she has won several Grand Slam titles and continues to excel in the sport.

2. Scott Jurek: He is a world-renowned ultramarathon runner who has been following a plant-based, primarily raw diet for many years. Jurek has won numerous races, including the Western States 100 and the Badwater Ultramarathon.

3. Rich Roll: An Ironman athlete and ultra-endurance athlete, Rich Roll shifted to a plant-based diet in his late 30s and credits his success to the diet. He has since released several books promoting plant-based diets for optimal performance.

4. Brendan Brazier: He was a professional Ironman triathlete and founder of Vega, a plant-based nutrition company. Brazier has been a raw vegan for over 10 years and credits the diet for his athletic success and overall health.

5. Tia Blanco: She is a professional surfer who won the gold medal in the 2015 ISA World Surfing Games and the 2016 Open Women's World Championships. Blanco has been a vegan since she was 16 and often shares her plant-based meals on social media.

These are just a few examples, but there are many others out there who have found success on a raw vegan diet. It's important to note that a diet alone does not guarantee athletic success, but it can certainly be a factor in achieving optimal health and performance.

Hope this helps!

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