I requested more info on this subject from another list to which I below. Here is one response. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Generally, the theory behind raw foods diets is that it must be the optimal eating plan because it is the original human diet. A lot of raw foods proponents are also natural hygienists so that they follow fairly strict rules about food combining as well (specifically avoiding starch-protein combinations at meals). There's no scientific support for raw foods diets, but for adults they are probably safe and healthy. I'm not at all surprised that a 6-month old breast-fed infant is doing fine on this diet. But, I definitely would worry about what will happen as the child starts eating more solid foods and less breast milk (although I'll bet the parents plan to breastfeed well into the toddler stage). They may be completely resistant to any changes in the diet or they may be open to some small changes that would improve the nutritional value of the baby's diet--introduction of foods like tofu, small amounts of cooked beans and gently steamed vegetables over the next several months. When the baby is older, he can start consuming nut butters and things like sprouted lentils which should fit in with a raw foods plan. At some point, as they approach weaning, the parents really need to be thinking about calcium sources in the baby's diet and so they will need to consider foods like calcium-fortified soymilk and calcium-set tofu. I think if these foods were emphasized as supplemental items for a diet that is largely raw--that is, if you point out that raw foods diets are fine, but for children they require just a little tweaking-- the parents might be open to making some adjustments. It seems that if they approached you for help they are probably open to suggestions. The ADA can help them find a dietitian who specializes in vegan diets. I assume that this family does not use animal products and it would be important for them to work with someone who is supportive of that approach and who understands how to plan meat and dairy-free diets for young children. The Vegetarian Nutrition Dietetic Practice Group could also help in finding a dietitian to work with this family. Ginny Messina, MPH, RD >>>>>>>>>>>>> Debbie