The most vital nutritional element is the enzymes which constitute the

life principle in every atom and molecule composing every live organism. 

Enzymes are sensitive to high temperatures.  Up to 125 degrees F they are at the peak of their efficiency and are no less alive at temperatures of 50 60 degrees below zero.  When they are subjected to a temperature of 130 degrees F they are destroyed.  They are DEAD.

While such foods can, and does, sustain life in the human system it does so at the expense of progressively degenerating health, energy and vitality.

Consequently it is better to eat as many fruits and vegetables washed and raw as possible.

Plant enzymes include protease to digest protein, amylase to digest carbohydrates, lipase to digest fat, disaccharidases (sucrose, lactose, and maltose) to digest sugar, and cellulase to digest fiber.  They work in the mouth and the stomach where they predigest food.  Since cellulase is not made in the body it is important to chew raw food thoroughly.