Raw-Food Grains Guide
35 items classified under standard Raw-Food guidelines.
How do grains fare on the Raw-Food diet? The answer depends on whether the food has been heated above ~118°F (48°C). This guide breaks down all 35 items in this category with their classification, nutritional data, and the reasoning behind each status.
Under Raw-Food guidelines, nearly every item in the grains category is classified as Not Allowed. The reason is consistent across the category: each item is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. The nutrition data below is still useful for comparing alternatives or understanding what these foods contribute when eaten on other dietary frameworks.
Quick Reference
| Food | Status | Calories (per 100g) |
|---|---|---|
| Corn | Allowed | 86kcal |
| Amaranth | Not Allowed | 23kcal |
| Arrowroot Powder | Not Allowed | 65kcal |
| Bagel | Not Allowed | 264kcal |
| Barley | Not Allowed | 352kcal |
| Buckwheat | Not Allowed | 343kcal |
| Burrito | Not Allowed | 219kcal |
| Corn Flakes | Not Allowed | 44kcal |
| Cornmeal | Not Allowed | 398kcal |
| Cornstarch | Not Allowed | 381kcal |
| Croutons | Not Allowed | 407kcal |
| English Muffin | Not Allowed | 227kcal |
| Fried Rice | Not Allowed | 174kcal |
| Granola Bars | Not Allowed | 471kcal |
| Millet | Not Allowed | 378kcal |
| Naan | Not Allowed | 311kcal |
| Nachos | Not Allowed | 265kcal |
| Oat Flour | Not Allowed | 404kcal |
| Oats | Not Allowed | 379kcal |
| Pancakes | Not Allowed | 282kcal |
| Pasta | Not Allowed | 371kcal |
| Pita Bread | Not Allowed | 457kcal |
| Pizza | Not Allowed | 280kcal |
| Quinoa | Not Allowed | 120kcal |
| Rice | Not Allowed | 392kcal |
| Rice Cakes | Not Allowed | 392kcal |
| Rice Crackers | Not Allowed | 416kcal |
| Rice Noodles | Not Allowed | 364kcal |
| Rye Bread | Not Allowed | 338kcal |
| Sourdough Bread | Not Allowed | 272kcal |
| Spelt | Not Allowed | 127kcal |
| Tacos | Not Allowed | 170kcal |
| Tapioca Starch | Not Allowed | 358kcal |
| Waffles | Not Allowed | 309kcal |
| Wheat Flour | Not Allowed | 332kcal |
Classification Breakdown
1 Allowed — These grains are can be eaten raw or prepared below the 118°F threshold. 34 Not Allowed — These are typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat.
The benefits come from eating large amounts of fresh produce rather than from preserving enzymes.
Allowed Grains (1)
Corn
AllowedCorn is classified as Allowed on Raw-Food, with 86kcal calories per 100g. This means it is can be eaten raw or prepared below the 118°F threshold. Among the 35 items in this category, corn sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Quinoa at 120kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sweet Corn (raw) | 86kcal | 3.3g | 1.4g | 18.7g | 2g |
| Sweet Corn (canned) | 67kcal | 2.3g | 1.2g | 14.3g | 2g |
Not Allowed Grains (34)
Amaranth
Not AllowedAt 23kcal calories per 100g, Amaranth falls into the Not Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Among the 35 items in this category, amaranth sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Corn Flakes at 44kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Arrowroot Powder
Not AllowedWith 65kcal calories per 100g, Arrowroot Powder earns a Not Allowed classification on Raw-Food. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Among the 35 items in this category, arrowroot powder sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Corn at 86kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Bagel
Not AllowedWith 264kcal calories per 100g, Bagel earns a Not Allowed classification on Raw-Food. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. It also contains 10.6g protein and 422mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between English Muffin and Nachos for calories, ranking 11 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Barley
Not AllowedAt 352kcal calories per 100g, Barley falls into the Not Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. It is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Beyond the primary classification, barley also provides 9.9g protein and 15.6g fiber per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Buckwheat and Tapioca Starch for calories, ranking 21 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Buckwheat
Not AllowedAt 343kcal calories per 100g, Buckwheat falls into the Not Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. The classification reflects that it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Nutritionally, it also delivers 13.2g protein and 10g fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between Rye Bread and Barley for calories, ranking 20 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Burrito
Not AllowedAt 219kcal calories per 100g, Burrito falls into the Not Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. The classification reflects that it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Nutritionally, it also delivers 11.1g protein and 8.5g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Fried Rice and English Muffin for calories, ranking 9 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Corn Flakes
Not AllowedWith 44kcal calories per 100g, Corn Flakes earns a Not Allowed classification on Raw-Food. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Among the 35 items in this category, corn flakes sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Arrowroot Powder at 65kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Cornmeal
Not AllowedAt 398kcal calories per 100g, Cornmeal falls into the Not Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. The classification reflects that it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Nutritionally, it also delivers 10.4g protein and 5.4g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Rice Cakes at 392kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Cornstarch
Not AllowedCornstarch is classified as Not Allowed on Raw-Food, with 381kcal calories per 100g. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Oats at 379kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Croutons
Not AllowedWith 407kcal calories per 100g, Croutons earns a Not Allowed classification on Raw-Food. It is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Beyond the primary classification, croutons also provides 11.9g protein and 6.6g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Oat Flour at 404kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
English Muffin
Not AllowedEnglish Muffin is classified as Not Allowed on Raw-Food, with 227kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Nutritionally, it also delivers 8.9g protein and 3.5g fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between Burrito and Bagel for calories, ranking 10 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Fried Rice
Not AllowedAt 174kcal calories per 100g, Fried Rice falls into the Not Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. The classification reflects that it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Nutritionally, it also delivers 387mg sodium per serving. Among the 35 items in this category, fried rice sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Burrito at 219kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Granola Bars
Not AllowedWith 471kcal calories per 100g, Granola Bars earns a Not Allowed classification on Raw-Food. It is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Beyond the primary classification, granola bars also provides 10.1g protein and 19.8g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Pita Bread at 457kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Millet
Not AllowedWith 378kcal calories per 100g, Millet earns a Not Allowed classification on Raw-Food. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. It also contains 11g protein and 8.5g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Pasta and Oats for calories, ranking 25 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Naan
Not AllowedNaan is classified as Not Allowed on Raw-Food, with 311kcal calories per 100g. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. It also contains 11.1g protein and 7.3g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Waffles and Wheat Flour for calories, ranking 17 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Nachos
Not AllowedAt 265kcal calories per 100g, Nachos falls into the Not Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. It is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Beyond the primary classification, nachos also provides 7.6g protein and 15.9g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Bagel and Sourdough Bread for calories, ranking 12 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Oat Flour
Not AllowedWith 404kcal calories per 100g, Oat Flour earns a Not Allowed classification on Raw-Food. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. It also contains 14.7g protein and 9.1g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Cornmeal at 398kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Oats
Not AllowedWith 379kcal calories per 100g, Oats earns a Not Allowed classification on Raw-Food. It is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Beyond the primary classification, oats also provides 13.2g protein and 6.5g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Millet and Cornstarch for calories, ranking 26 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rolled Oats (dry) | 379kcal | 13.2g | 6.5g | 67.7g | 10.1g |
| Oatmeal (cooked) | 379kcal | 13.2g | 6.5g | 67.7g | 10.1g |
Pancakes
Not AllowedAt 282kcal calories per 100g, Pancakes falls into the Not Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. The classification reflects that it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Nutritionally, it also delivers 7.4g protein and 12.1g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Pizza and Waffles for calories, ranking 15 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Pasta
Not AllowedWith 371kcal calories per 100g, Pasta earns a Not Allowed classification on Raw-Food. It is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Beyond the primary classification, pasta also provides 13g protein and 3.2g fiber per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Rice Noodles and Millet for calories, ranking 24 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Pasta (cooked) | 157kcal | 5.8g | 0.9g | 30.6g | 1.8g |
| Whole Wheat Pasta (cooked) | 159kcal | 5.8g | 1.5g | 31.5g | 4.6g |
Pita Bread
Not AllowedPita Bread is classified as Not Allowed on Raw-Food, with 457kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Nutritionally, it also delivers 11.8g protein and 15.2g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Rice Crackers at 416kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Pizza
Not AllowedPizza is classified as Not Allowed on Raw-Food, with 280kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Nutritionally, it also delivers 11.7g protein and 12.6g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Sourdough Bread and Pancakes for calories, ranking 14 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Quinoa
Not AllowedWith 120kcal calories per 100g, Quinoa earns a Not Allowed classification on Raw-Food. It is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Beyond the primary classification, quinoa also provides 2.8g fiber per 100g. Among the 35 items in this category, quinoa sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Spelt at 127kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry | 368kcal | 14.1g | 6.1g | 64.2g | 7g |
| Cooked | 120kcal | 4.4g | 1.9g | 21.3g | 2.8g |
Rice
Not AllowedWith 392kcal calories per 100g, Rice earns a Not Allowed classification on Raw-Food. It is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Beyond the primary classification, rice also provides 7.1g protein and 4.2g fiber per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Cornstarch at 381kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Rice (cooked) | 130kcal | 2.7g | 0.3g | 28.2g | 0.4g |
| Brown Rice (cooked) | 112kcal | 2.3g | 0.8g | 23.5g | 1.8g |
Rice Cakes
Not AllowedAt 392kcal calories per 100g, Rice Cakes falls into the Not Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. It is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Beyond the primary classification, rice cakes also provides 7.1g protein and 4.2g fiber per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Rice at 392kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Rice Crackers
Not AllowedWith 416kcal calories per 100g, Rice Crackers earns a Not Allowed classification on Raw-Food. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. It also contains 10g protein and 233mg sodium, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Croutons at 407kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Rice Noodles
Not AllowedWith 364kcal calories per 100g, Rice Noodles earns a Not Allowed classification on Raw-Food. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. It also contains 6g protein, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Tapioca Starch and Pasta for calories, ranking 23 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Rye Bread
Not AllowedAt 338kcal calories per 100g, Rye Bread falls into the Not Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. The classification reflects that it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Nutritionally, it also delivers 10.3g protein and 15.1g fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between Wheat Flour and Buckwheat for calories, ranking 19 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Sourdough Bread
Not AllowedAt 272kcal calories per 100g, Sourdough Bread falls into the Not Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. It is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Beyond the primary classification, sourdough bread also provides 10.8g protein and 2.2g fiber per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Nachos and Pizza for calories, ranking 13 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Spelt
Not AllowedSpelt is classified as Not Allowed on Raw-Food, with 127kcal calories per 100g. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. It also contains 5.5g protein and 3.9g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 35 items in this category, spelt sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Tacos at 170kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Tacos
Not AllowedWith 170kcal calories per 100g, Tacos earns a Not Allowed classification on Raw-Food. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. It also contains 6.7g protein and 9.2g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 35 items in this category, tacos sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Fried Rice at 174kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Tapioca Starch
Not AllowedAt 358kcal calories per 100g, Tapioca Starch falls into the Not Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Within this category, it falls between Barley and Rice Noodles for calories, ranking 22 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Waffles
Not AllowedWaffles is classified as Not Allowed on Raw-Food, with 309kcal calories per 100g. This means it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. It also contains 7.4g protein and 9.5g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Pancakes and Naan for calories, ranking 16 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Wheat Flour
Not AllowedWheat Flour is classified as Not Allowed on Raw-Food, with 332kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is typically cooked above 118°F or only safe with heat. Nutritionally, it also delivers 9.6g protein and 13.1g fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between Naan and Rye Bread for calories, ranking 18 of 35.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central