Can't say anything for certain about healing nerve damage, but a low fat raw diet is best for all types of healing. This is because it's the easiest on the body (least energy to digest, leaving the most energy for other bodily functions like healing) and provides the best balance of nutrients, in their easiest-to-digest form.
As for raw chocolate, well, there is "raw" cacao, but many claim it's not truly raw. Apparently if it has not been heated, it just doesn't taste good. And, like chocolate, it is a stimulant. But a raw diet, like anything else, is whatever you make of it, and if the only thing holding you back is chocolate, then go for it & include the cacao. You can always give that up later, if you choose.
Finally, tigerlily94 asked about running a marathon, and diet considerations. I'd recommend consulting w/ Dr. Graham (he has run marathons & advised a ton of athletes) and/or purchase his book, Nutrition and Athletic Performance. There's supposed to be a new edition coming out in the next month or so. But basically, there is no reason to think that cooked could ever be better than raw for athletes, although keep in the mind the mental changes that occur when switching to raw. As actualize81 points out, the emotional clarity can be overwhelming. Personally I think anyone can get through this step, though many may require some assistance (counseling, learning meditation, etc.). The end result is much much less emotional turmoil, but, as the old affirmation says, the only way around it is through it. I think this is one of the best things about low fat raw - it allows (okay, forces) one to truly deal with emotions.
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