I TRIED THE MEDITERRANEAN DIET FOR 14 DAYS & this is what happened...

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  • @jessdrawsit7060
    @jessdrawsit7060 Год назад +259

    herb tip: I have recently started buying fresh herbs. As soon as I get groceries home, I chop up the herbs, throw them into a ziplock bag or container, and put it in the freezer. Perfect every time!

    • @BeatriceCaruso
      @BeatriceCaruso  Год назад +26

      Thank you!! i will try this!!

    • @Sofia-Lala
      @Sofia-Lala Год назад +8

      I do the same with seasonal vegetables (cheap). Half cook them and freeze them🙂
      Edit: freeze them flat and then shake it up, easy to use only the amount you want in your meal.

    • @Johanssoncecce
      @Johanssoncecce Год назад +9

      Where I live you can buy frozen herbs, it’s actually cheaper then the fresh ones, but it is just what you described.

    • @grrrgrl101
      @grrrgrl101 Год назад

      Stealing this!!!! Thank you!!!!!

    • @linzadon
      @linzadon Год назад +10

      I do this, I also freeze chillis 🌶 and then you can slice them frozen and you don't get the burny burn on your fingers

  • @NamasteLuna
    @NamasteLuna Год назад +582

    Hi Bea! As a mediterranean myself I can tell you did a pretty good job. But we do eat meat, just not processed. The main focus is mainly cooking from scratch, using olive oil and plenty of veggies as you said. However, France is not mediterranean by any means 🤣 they are heavy butter lovers (aside from other things that arent mediterranean at all). If anything, this is not a diet but a lifestyle, we also take time to cook, eat and rest instead of eating processed foods and eating them in our cars or the work desk.

    • @sandrab.3538
      @sandrab.3538 Год назад +33

      That's a good point to focus on your food as an event and not be eating at times when you hardly notice what and how much you're consuming.

    • @PurpleSirens
      @PurpleSirens Год назад +7

      Southern European countries are masters of processed meat

    • @terrisserose
      @terrisserose Год назад +97

      French person here, family from the coast
      We ARE Mediterranean!
      Butter is a norther France thing

    • @kirahone
      @kirahone Год назад +28

      @@PurpleSirens not processed, but cured with natural ingredients and letting it rest. Big difference 🤦🏻

    • @Becca-ki1lh
      @Becca-ki1lh Год назад +42

      France is (partially) Mediterranean. You don't have to live in Cyprus to be Mediterranean.

  • @mellen1487
    @mellen1487 Год назад +20

    Herb tip: I hold the bundle like a bouquet, cut off the bottom inch of the stems and place the bouquet in a cup with about 1/2 or 1" of water in it. I just keep this bouquet out on my counter (or in the fridge, if I have room in there). Every few days I dump out the water, rinse off the stems, and trim another inch or so off the bottom of the stems. They last about a week this way!

  • @lvrampage
    @lvrampage Год назад +317

    Hi Bea! I wanted to say thank you for introducing me to Green Chef. I've been struggling all summer with my mental health and binge eating, and Green Chef has reintroduced the structure in my eating that I needed. It's making me enjoy cooking again too, when cooking used to feel impossible before. I know I sound like an ass-kissing second ad for this service lol but it has truly changed the game and is helping me so much. ❤️

    • @kitchenwitch6901
      @kitchenwitch6901 Год назад +13

      Same...I tried it because of her when I was really low and at least we ate decent until I could pull out of it.🙂

    • @rosalindturner9437
      @rosalindturner9437 5 месяцев назад

      ❤à1

  • @carrie2105
    @carrie2105 Год назад +1800

    Eagerly awaiting "I tried the cannibalism diet for 14 days and here are my results"!

    • @angelinac3724
      @angelinac3724 Год назад +504

      So I started off with a guy named Jim he was grass fed and free rage

    • @Krise343
      @Krise343 Год назад +17

      💀

    • @vettechsam452
      @vettechsam452 Год назад +10

      @@angelinac3724 🤣

    • @not_your_mum
      @not_your_mum Год назад +76

      Watching Dhamer then….. 😂

    • @carrie2105
      @carrie2105 Год назад +67

      @@angelinac3724 It's time for Bea to start giving us dating updates like she's reviewing a smorgasboard

  • @determineddiva5402
    @determineddiva5402 Год назад +86

    My therapist was talking to me about the Mediterranean diet. She was saying that certain foods help with cortisol levels which can help with overall mood for anxiety and depression. I was interesting in trying the diet cause I’m always so anxious.

    • @jamiejunkjournals9316
      @jamiejunkjournals9316 Год назад

      Same!

    • @cassafrasskotter7238
      @cassafrasskotter7238 Год назад +5

      Glad to hear your therapist mention food as medicine. The gut brain axis is so real- not entirely understood yet - but so worth pursuing for mental health.

    • @leonore3349
      @leonore3349 Год назад +2

      I'm mediterranean and eat a mediterranean diet. Still anxious. What foods help with cortisol? That sounds too simplistic to me.

    • @HeatherLikesArt
      @HeatherLikesArt Год назад

      I have anxiety but I go through phases where I clean up my diet and I do notice that anxiety is less when I eat more "clean" when I don't eat processed foods and added sugar, candy, cookies etc.

  • @Ariadna_Vega
    @Ariadna_Vega Год назад +27

    Spaniard here, cheese is in no way eaten in small amounts. You can't eat cheese in small amounts. What I've found is that we cook less with it (as well as with milk). For us cheese is more a side dish (like in a charcuterie board) or a tapa (small amounts of food with a beer before the big meal of the day).

    • @goro_majima98
      @goro_majima98 Год назад +1

      Same here in Italy, I eat my cube of parmigiano and I'm happy.

  • @NahIamgood
    @NahIamgood Год назад +153

    Glad you like the mediterranean diet! I moved to Cyprus (a small island in the Mediterranean sea) two years ago, and the food is fantastic. Hope you'll keep feeling better and better, Bea

    • @stephstevens2
      @stephstevens2 Год назад +3

      Heeey I'm from Cyprus (living in London)! Which part did you move to?

    • @MsYanochka88
      @MsYanochka88 Год назад +1

      Do you feel like the diet B did is similar to that in Cyprus?

    • @stephstevens2
      @stephstevens2 Год назад +3

      @@MsYanochka88 ummm... I suppose some things were similar but none of them felt like "ah yes I grew up eating that!" The Mediterranean is a large region though and these are supposed to just be the general rules of what most people eat over the whole region (the healthiest parts of their diets anyway).

    • @NahIamgood
      @NahIamgood Год назад +3

      @@MsYanochka88 it is similar, yes. I would say Cypriots eat a lot of barbecue here - meat, simple seasoning with just salt and pepper in a pita with salad. Besides that, there are a lot of tasty vegetables and salads in the cuisine.

    • @NahIamgood
      @NahIamgood Год назад +3

      @@stephstevens2 I moved in Nicosia

  • @jessieenriquez8309
    @jessieenriquez8309 Год назад +304

    Love your videos. Just one thing I found out when I cut out basically ALL salt was I created an electrolyte imbalance and was having heart flutters. Once I reincorporated some sodium into my diet, I felt better. Salt can be tricky but moderation is key, elimination is dangerous.

    • @elusive73
      @elusive73 Год назад +16

      Definitely! I had the same problem. About 4 weeks in, I couldn't figure out what was wrong and I grabbed a sports drink one day and felt SO MUCH better, so now I'm more careful about the salt levels etc :)

    • @BeatriceCaruso
      @BeatriceCaruso  Год назад +50

      I would have a really hard time cutting out all salt for sure lol

    • @butterpecanrican_
      @butterpecanrican_ Год назад +50

      thank you for this! people demonize salt, but it is absolutely necessary for our survival. Yes too much is not good, but we actually need it.

    • @Deb_BG
      @Deb_BG Год назад +11

      @@BeatriceCaruso Make sure it is iodized. If not, make sure you are eating food that contains iodine.

    • @jill3n
      @jill3n Год назад +6

      Salt is a really important nutrient. Just make sure you get quality salt like Redmond salt, or a himalayan. Sea salt is okay but i've heard there can be micoplastics in them.

  • @isabelblancas8230
    @isabelblancas8230 Год назад +6

    I worked for a Greek family-owned business for a while and they definitely ate really healthy meals. The owner was 76 but looked 52 and could lift, jump, and run without ever strenuously exercising. He always took a 15 min walk after a meal and encouraged all of us to do the same, he always had a bottle of wine with his wife for dinner. I wanted to mention that for the herbs, if they've got a thick stem like rosemary or thyme, you can keep them longer in a damp paper towel, the softer ones you can place root-end down in a glass of water for a few more days. Or you can preserve them in olive oil in the freezer, you can also dry them into your own blend for pastas, seasonings, and potatoes.

  • @sharroon7574
    @sharroon7574 Год назад +64

    Beatrice I have a gift idea for your mom: a meat thermometer. We use it regularly and it really increases my comfort level with cooking meat. My mom also overcooked everything and barely seasoned our food. This meant nights out at restaurants became my favourite food memories. Definately learning to cook has helped so much.

    • @jlea2480
      @jlea2480 Год назад +1

      Makeups 🔥 🔥 🔥 in this video

  • @ashd2799
    @ashd2799 Год назад +72

    Bea you can tell this is working for you. You look so good and seem more relaxed and confident. This was such a thorough overview too, I appreciate the effort you put in!

  • @christinef.1138
    @christinef.1138 Год назад +179

    Hey! Just a little tip when you buy sourdough bread: Make sure that it's actual real sourdough bread that is made with a sourdough starter. Oftentimes, stores will call something sourdough but they just add vinegar (acetic acid) so that it tastes sour but it doesn't have any of the benefits. Also, stores will sometimes add sourdough starter but not let the dough rise for several hours like you're supposed to, but they just add regular yeast to save time and then it's basically just normal bread without the benefits...I know, they're sneaky and mean! You can always make your own sourdough bread. I have a really easy recipe if you are interested and it's way better than the store stuff

    • @gothichippielovechild3198
      @gothichippielovechild3198 Год назад +9

      I am totally interested in your Sourdough recipe!

    • @Claire-td1ng
      @Claire-td1ng Год назад +6

      @@gothichippielovechild3198 I'd highly recommend Foodgeek for learning how to make sourdough bread, or maybe the Bread Code. Also, a tip to make sure that the bread is truly sourdough is if there is an ingredient list, you should only see flour, water and salt. No yeast, because sourdough is just flour and water that were fermented by wild yeast that's present in the environment/flour.

    • @jessicapearson9479
      @jessicapearson9479 Год назад

      You're paranoid 🙄

    • @theirishcailin333
      @theirishcailin333 Год назад

      @@gothichippielovechild3198 farmhouse on boone on youtube has lots of sourdough recipes. She makes all her own bread, rolls, bagels etc

    • @dsa2591
      @dsa2591 Год назад +1

      I can't make sourdough easily here in FL due to the heat and humidity, but in case someone is in a state where they have Publix, their sourdough bread is legit and it's delicious. Don't get their sunflower bread, though. It's so tough I finally just gave up and made croutons out of it.

  • @pati351
    @pati351 Год назад +38

    The key to a good muesli is adding stuff! I didn’t know it wasn’t a thing in the U.S.! During fall and winter I like having mine with 1/2 diced apple, 1 diced orange, cinnamon, almonds, oats (obviously), some semi sweet chocolate chips and either chia seeds or flax seeds. It is sweet enough for me but you could totally add some kind of sweetener. 😊

    • @barbarafrings9231
      @barbarafrings9231 Год назад +2

      Du isst fast das Gleiche wie ich jeden Morgen. 🙂
      Ist so lecker....😋

    • @northwoodslife8456
      @northwoodslife8456 Год назад

      It is a thing in the US.

    • @drivers99
      @drivers99 4 месяца назад

      @@northwoodslife8456it is a thing in the US, but I don’t think most people have had it

  • @christinapalafox
    @christinapalafox Год назад +7

    Your skin looks fantastic! I'm a chef- it's never, ever burnt. It's caramelized....😸 And as far as fresh herbs- what we do in the kitchen is chop up the herbs, put them in a small container, and barely cover them with olive oil. Those are for cooking, just get a bit every time you need. The olive oil will also be super flavorful. To extend the life of whole fresh herbs, you can treat them like cut flowers- store them upright in water in the fridge- or you can wrap them in damp paper towels and store in the fridge.

  • @1diana1995
    @1diana1995 Год назад +10

    I like that you are really transparent and honest about how these foods actually taste. I love eating plant-based, but that doesn’t change the fact that some of the foods aren’t always “amazing” and sometimes you have to do a little more work to make them taste well. Some influencers make everything seems like it tastes like steak even though it’s a piece of kale lol.

  • @SundiMyint
    @SundiMyint Год назад +38

    Bea's been talking about this autumn squash soup so much that I just made the world's largest batch of a copycat recipe and IT'S SO GOOD. Panera's soup is typically to high in sugar and sodium for me so making it at home was great. Thanks, Bea!

  • @pachpaints5356
    @pachpaints5356 Год назад +3

    It is so good to hear you had a super positive go of this! I hope it keeps you feeling super good like it seems to be!

  • @janemahan2663
    @janemahan2663 Год назад

    SO GOOD to see you looking and feeling better. Kudos Bea!

  • @fionavangerven621
    @fionavangerven621 Год назад +27

    Bea.. I too suffered with anxiety and panic attacks for many years. After going onto a mainly Mediterranean diet about 5 years ago I noticed that I hardly ever have these problems anymore. I have found that sugar is a major factor in my anxiety.
    I have been following your journey (somewhat sporadically as I am not a huge social media fan) and wish you all the best for your journey to a healthier you. 🤗💕

    • @Ms.SimoneRenee
      @Ms.SimoneRenee 8 месяцев назад

      Sugar definitely brings me so much anxiety

    • @Jewlz4ever
      @Jewlz4ever 8 месяцев назад

      How do fruit sugars effect you?

  • @yoo77full
    @yoo77full Год назад +10

    Love to see updates from you, Bea 🤩 I jump on board as quick as I can

  • @katierobinson5464
    @katierobinson5464 Год назад +8

    The Mediterranean diet is the only one I swear by! I feel like it nourishes your soul as well as your body. So fun seeing your favorite recipes. Have a great week, Bea!

  • @elsasanchez9327
    @elsasanchez9327 Год назад

    IM SO PROUD OF YOU!!!!!
    It’s amazing to see all the lengths you’re willing to go through just to get your mental health right. A lot of people would just accept their mental health issues and not lift a finger to get better.
    I have so much to say but for the moment i’m just going to say KEEP UP THE AMAZING WORK. If you have your sad days just remember how amazing you are and how many people you’ve been helping out through this journey. We love you and love to see you GLOWWWEW QUEEEEEEEN!

  • @Orangemochafrappuccino
    @Orangemochafrappuccino Год назад +4

    Bea's videos are why I like Mondays. I go from the new one to binging on old ones all morning. It's comforting

  • @chloemylowey1070
    @chloemylowey1070 Год назад +6

    Those results are awesome! I really enjoyed the sit down and chat vibe and how you presented the foods. Categorizing them was a good call, I really liked them being presented that way

  • @elusive73
    @elusive73 Год назад +60

    Wahooooo! I'm so happy this is good for you! I've been doing this since May (because my cholesterol got scary and the Dr wanted to put me on meds. I asked if I could PLEASE try something natural first, so she gave me 3.5 months to try). My levels are better than they were even 2 years ago before she got worried at all!!. I hope you continue to love it. I got most of my info from the heart and stroke foundation and other reputable resources too.

    • @rachelgilbert3164
      @rachelgilbert3164 Год назад +4

      Wow, that's great! I'm glad you were able to solve it without going on meds! 💚💙💜

    • @butterpecanrican_
      @butterpecanrican_ Год назад +8

      Funny a similar story started my entire weight loss journey. My blood pressure was above average and I asked my doctor to let me try to lose some weight before putting me on meds. I ultimately lost 100 lbs and my blood pressure would be normal on one test, above average the next (I got a cuff to test at home). Turned out it was genetic and I got on meds.
      Oddly enough, I lost an additional 20 lbs (now at 120 lbs lost) and that did it for me. I started getting light-headed a lot because my med was causing my pressure to drop too much so my doctor took me off and asked me to keep testing my BP. It's been fine ever since! Apparently, 154 lbs and below is my sweet spot. If I get above that my body doesn't like it.

    • @heather7897
      @heather7897 Год назад

      What did you do to not have to take cholesterol pills? Mine is borderline and he wants me on a statin 😢

    • @elusive73
      @elusive73 Год назад

      @@heather7897 I asked my doctor if I could try the Mediterranean diet coupled with frequent gym visits, and switching to red wine only when I wanted a drink. So I've been following that and my liver and cholesterol numbers went to better levels than even 2 years earlier, before she was even worried. I hope you don't have to go on statins! I will if I have to in the future, but for now, these methods have held that off (with the added bonus of dropping 17 lbs and feeling better than I have in years hahah)

  • @89misselle
    @89misselle Год назад

    Love to see you so content with the past two weeks and experimenting with foods and finding something you like. ❤️
    I’m intrigued and will definitely give it a try

  • @wrenbrown883
    @wrenbrown883 Год назад +2

    Thank you so much for sharing this B!!! I have been wanting to try something new with my diet, wanting to cut out processed, but Whole 30 is just so intense! I never thought about the Mediterranean Diet! Sounds right up my alley!!! I think I will try it! Thanks 😊

  • @michelletr92
    @michelletr92 Год назад +22

    Omg you’re such a CHEF!!! 🤌🏻 can you do a part two to this - maybe showing you doing the cooking and going over the ingredients? As a noob cook, I love watching non-cooking niche RUclipsrs do their cooking! More relatable I suppose

  • @a.katherinesuetterlin3028
    @a.katherinesuetterlin3028 Год назад +13

    Your video about trying out the Mediterranean diet came up in my recommendations, and your candid humor about everything is so refreshing. So many want to look or sound a certain way on social media of any kind. You, otoh, gave us your experience in a delightful, down-to-earth and relatable fashion. This is what this planet needs more of, IMO. And your canine companion is just adorable as anything, adding even more relatability.
    You have a knack for taking what might seem complicated at first, and breaking it down into more mentally digestible bits. I know that I have a tendency to make myself overwhelmed with a list of things I have to do in order to get healthy in an X, Y and Z way. (Seriously, I need a kitchen magnet that says "Wait! I need to overthink this!")
    Watching your video helped me feel like, "okay, I can achieve my list of healthier habits." 😁

  • @tabbbb15
    @tabbbb15 Год назад +1

    I love that you are finding something that works for you!!! ❤ I’m so proud of everything you are working towards and how you are continuing to not give up on yourself. You are truly so inspiring 🥰

  • @helenwalker5787
    @helenwalker5787 Год назад +2

    Ah Bea! I've had surgery today and coming home and having a new video to watch, really cheered me up! Thank you!

  • @candicelandiss
    @candicelandiss Год назад +5

    I’m ready for Bea’s cooking show!👩🏻‍🍳 I’ve been wanting to try the Mediterranean diet and your video just made up my mind! Just added a ton of veggies to my grocery list for the week!! You rock, Bea!! 🦕💛

  • @mayrazamoracruz9170
    @mayrazamoracruz9170 9 месяцев назад +4

    Im so glad my RUclips algorithm decided that I was ready to come across your channel! Thanks for the mediterranean recipes and your honest feedback about it! I check other videos and I LOVE your content

  • @lindsaynava5905
    @lindsaynava5905 Год назад +1

    Watching your channel is like talking with a best friend. You’re so relatable and lovely and are willing to be vulnerable with us. Thank you for creating a safe space with your channel.

  • @janelbrackin6004
    @janelbrackin6004 Год назад

    THANK YOU for linking all these recipes!!! I can't wait to try the energy bites and SEVERAL others

  • @lustphreak
    @lustphreak Год назад +20

    Thanks for sharing your recipes! Can't wait to try the eggy yogurt toast! Also, for making Mondays better ;)

    • @grrrgrl101
      @grrrgrl101 Год назад

      Bea Monday vids give my week structure. If she doesn't post then I tell myself to focus on one bigger TLC thing for myself that day/or week

  • @rebeccasanchez7067
    @rebeccasanchez7067 Год назад +7

    Love you Bea! Thanks for posting and have a fantastic day!!!!!

  • @ExNihiloArchitecture
    @ExNihiloArchitecture Год назад

    Girl, I love catching up with you. Thanks for continuing to post.

  • @milvertonmom50
    @milvertonmom50 Год назад +1

    ...glad to hear something is finally 'easy' for you. It's comforting to know. Will have to check out 'some' of those recipes. Can't do carbs like beans and such, but am interested in those Buddha bowls for sure. Thanks for sharing!

  • @madisonmoore7779
    @madisonmoore7779 Год назад +8

    Hey Bea! I just wanted to say thank you for your motivational and realistic videos. I entered a new chapter in my life. I graduated from school, moved four hours away from home, started a new job, and recently been struggling with my anxiety. Your videos have really helped me with trying to be positive and to focus on the journey of improvement rather than look at just my failures and struggles. Thank you for all that you do. ❤

  • @alismith105
    @alismith105 Год назад +9

    Hey girl. As always loving the weekly upload. Big love from the UK xx

  • @danabarrish
    @danabarrish Год назад

    I love all your video's but I really like how you put this one together. I got a lot out of it. Thank you for letting us go along with you in this journey 🙂

  • @Cindyscrossstitch
    @Cindyscrossstitch Год назад +1

    Bea love that you try new things. Everyone's body is different and trying different diets to see what works for you is always good. You had fantastic results.🌻❤️

  • @jujujustme
    @jujujustme Год назад +12

    Awesome! The first thing I noticed is how bright and clear your face looks... and you can totally tell you've lost weight there too. I may have to try this diet now/again. I tried it before, but I was having a difficult time making the time to prep the food... so I failed, but you've inspired me, thank you. :)

  • @alfinou_13targaryen
    @alfinou_13targaryen Год назад +4

    Soooooo happy for you Bea!! I was almost sure it would suit you!! I'm French, from Provence and I've been eating the Mediterranean diet my whole life, it's such an easy, tasty and healthy diet, I think it can suit everyone except people who don't like vegetables of course! I'm so glad it helped you on so many different domains. Keep up the good work, I really love your videos!!

  • @thepersnicketycalico9382
    @thepersnicketycalico9382 Год назад

    Great video Bea! I’m glad you mentioned about high sugar and anxiety I’m gonna keep an eye out on that for myself! 🙋‍♀️

  • @emohippie3
    @emohippie3 Год назад +1

    Thank you for this video and the recipes! I’m plant based so all of these recipes looked so good any easy. I haven’t thought about the Mediterranean diet in so long but now I have a category of recipes to look for!

  • @myrah8190
    @myrah8190 Год назад +5

    You're looking so well Bea!! 😊 I know it's early days, but looks like the Mediterranean diet is doing great for you. Think I'll give it a go myself.

  • @kmsevero1
    @kmsevero1 Год назад +3

    I just tried the Mediterranean Cod recipe you shared - WOW, that IS amazing! I also substituted some veggies for ones I don't like (not a huge fan of olives for example) and it still came out amazing. I also paired it with the pearled couscous. Thanks Bea!!

  • @katj366
    @katj366 Год назад

    I love watching you prep and cook food, everything looked amazing. A great video.

  • @cleverscreenname5698
    @cleverscreenname5698 Год назад

    Yay, very happy you are finding good options that are working for you. Much love and support. Thanks for sharing your journey with us, it helps me reflect on my own.

  • @lozetriley6955
    @lozetriley6955 Год назад +4

    I am so loving this side of you. When your preparing your meals and sharing them. Your making some attractive meals and they look delicious enough to try out. So thanks for sharing love have a great day👍🏼💞🙂

  • @meganclark-hutchings7464
    @meganclark-hutchings7464 Год назад +52

    You broke the 230 mark! I'm so proud of you Bea. Making such incredible strides, and I know from experience that as your hormones level out you'll see even more amazing scale and non scale victories. Thank you so much for sharing your journey with all of us!

  • @carolynjones9911
    @carolynjones9911 Год назад

    I'm so proud of you!!! I happy you found something that works for you.

  • @hannw7
    @hannw7 Год назад +1

    Thank you for linking all the recipes! Gonna make some of these!

  • @BasicBrownB
    @BasicBrownB Год назад +31

    Bea! Do you still have your PO/FEDEX box? I work at a little olive oil shop and would love to send you some items! Yes I know how creepy that sounds but I think you might like them 😊

    • @jtorezzi
      @jtorezzi Год назад +3

      Her PO box info is in the description

    • @BasicBrownB
      @BasicBrownB Год назад +4

      @@jtorezzi thanks!! I must've missed it when I last checked 🤣

    • @mollyricee
      @mollyricee Год назад +4

      this is so sweet :)

  • @marielcolley5656
    @marielcolley5656 Год назад +3

    Watching your growth in the past few years has been amazing!
    I know you are struggling but go look at your older videos. You are such an experienced cook and so much more loving towards yourself.

  • @brookemason2794
    @brookemason2794 Год назад

    That’s awesome Bea! So glad you found something you really like and it’s helping you feel better as well. ❤

  • @kristianscirone771
    @kristianscirone771 Год назад +2

    Girl you are GLOWING! And overall you seem so much happier! Or least more hopeful. This might be the diet for you! So sooooo proud of you! ❤

  • @LauraStepney
    @LauraStepney Год назад +6

    Yay! I love that you're discovering this way of eating that you like and makes you feel great. As soon as you said herbs go bad fast I was like girl plant an herb garden and immediately you said "so I planted an herb garden". Felt like high fiving you through the screen 😁

  • @sasharommart6494
    @sasharommart6494 Год назад +5

    Hey, Bea! I love to cook with fresh herbs too and here is how I keep it waaaaay longer from going bad. I usually wash it, put it in a glass with water and cover with a plastic bag to capture any moisture. And keep it in the fridge for week or so for sure, sometimes even longer.
    You also can try to keep it in a damp towel in the fridge, but first option works better for me for sure.
    Or you can manage to buy some in bulk, you totally can freeze it chopped, not chives, but parsley, dill, cilantro for sure. And then just take as much as you need out from the freezer and put directly to you cooking meal or salad. A spoon of chopped and frozen herbs will be defrosting in few minutes.

  • @jessicacraven1107
    @jessicacraven1107 Год назад

    Everything you made looked so so so good!!!

  • @heathervangrootheest9211
    @heathervangrootheest9211 Год назад

    Yum! That all sounds amazing! Nice work!

  • @Soylentology
    @Soylentology Год назад +5

    Hey Bea, if you like the yoghurt and eggs combo, try a Turkish dish called Cilbir. It is incredible. Very similar to what you've described but instead of lemon zest and herbs, you heat up some butter in a small pan and put Aleppo pepper flakes in it with a splash of olive oil, then drizzle that over the yoghurt and poached eggs 🤌

  • @leahmurphy6657
    @leahmurphy6657 Год назад +119

    I was thinking watching this that your skin looked clearer! I’ve been 100% plant based since January and I feel great! And the REGULARITY, now that’s a huge improvement especially for me. Glad you’re doing well! Keep it up! 💛🦕💛

    • @SarahLynn__
      @SarahLynn__ Год назад

      She looks exactly the same.

    • @natr2992
      @natr2992 Год назад +2

      Wait a couple of years and you will not feel great anymore 🥲 from an ex veg

  • @cocoacrimson
    @cocoacrimson Год назад

    I loved this! Your skin is absolutely glowing, it's amazing what all that diet is doing for you❤ I'd love another update on this in the future! I have PCOS so if this diet helps your hormones, I'm definitely going to start it myself🙌

  • @loriwilliamson8040
    @loriwilliamson8040 Год назад

    So happy to hear you are doing better and loving that you are finding a good healthy way of eating and lifestyle you can live with!

  • @driftingofftosleep
    @driftingofftosleep Год назад +28

    Yesss Buddha bowls are delicious! My go to is a lemony mustardy dilly tahini sauce for the middle of winter. So bright and refreshing, thanks for all of the meal ideas from this video 💙🦕

    • @sabrinalindsey5474
      @sabrinalindsey5474 Год назад +1

      Lemon, mustard and Dill are three of my favorite things, that sounds *amazing*

    • @intrepidtomato
      @intrepidtomato Год назад

      I just can't with them.... either have a salad or a PROPER HOT MEAL (boomer voice)

    • @Steph163.
      @Steph163. Год назад

      If you don't mind sharing 😊 what's your recipe/ratio for the lemon, mustard and tahini. I recently bought tahini and not sure how much to use? Thank you 😊

    • @driftingofftosleep
      @driftingofftosleep Год назад +2

      @@Steph163. I make sauces without a recipe and literally just add stuff to a bowl and mix it, but trying to visualize when I made it last, I'd say probably around 2 tbsp of tahini, 1.5 tbsp of mustard, 1 tbsp of lemon juice to 8 tbsp of mayo (or yogurt or sour cream). All depends on your taste and you can adjust however you want, but hope that helps!

  • @chriskatt
    @chriskatt Год назад +12

    For the Müsli or Muesli you did it right. It's like an alternative to sweet cornflakes. Some people eat it with yogurt or skyr (a thicker kind of yogurt) or milk which can be cold or warm. I love to put some fresh fruit in it like bananas, fresh berries in the summertime and so on. :)

    • @graceisonline
      @graceisonline Год назад +1

      seconding thicker dairy like skyr or greek yogurt!

    • @barbarafrings9231
      @barbarafrings9231 Год назад

      I eat Müsli every morning with fresh fruit,
      nuts, cinnamon, hulled hemp seeds, ground flaxseed, cia, soy and oatmilk.
      Love it! 🙂

  • @kitkat2114
    @kitkat2114 Год назад

    Thanks for sharing. Loved seeing all the different ideas.

  • @joypenniless6853
    @joypenniless6853 Год назад

    Love you Bea - Keep going. Love seeing you every Monday. Have a blessed week.

  • @intrepidtomato
    @intrepidtomato Год назад +3

    Lots of good ideas in there, wanted to eat even more plant based myself since I had watched a video on gut health and depression. Not sure if I would call Muesli mediterranean as such, but it is pretty nice - I like it better with plain white yoghurt than milk, also a pretty popular combination here and in Switzerland. Gnocchi and sourdough bread are a definite yes at any time of the day!!

  • @ArcaneLuxian
    @ArcaneLuxian Год назад +5

    Bea, I literally replace nonfat unflavored greek yogurt for sour cream and I personally don't notice a difference in the need for creaminess. I also make my almost calorie free ranch dressing with it. Soooooo good!

  • @Nonstopjen
    @Nonstopjen Год назад +1

    You are a legend for adding recipe links 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

  • @wordvendor1
    @wordvendor1 Год назад +2

    Yay!!! I am so excited you broke into the 220s!!! 🎉👏🥳 I am right behind you, girl! I have 2 lbs to break the line! It's totally about finding what's good for your body's crazy system. I just made my shopping list for the Mediterranean WOE.

  • @albamartinez3671
    @albamartinez3671 Год назад +4

    Hi Bea! I just wanted to say that you are my absolute favourite person to watch on this platform. I am on the same journey as you and you and you are the only person I know who shares a realistic updates. I come from the south of Spain, so the Mediterranean diet is all that we know. You did such a good job! We do eat meat but not the processed kind, and also not as often as you guys do. I guess you could sum it up with "heavily plant based, but all with moderation" - salt, sugar, meat, alcohol... Ps. ABSOLUTELY love the cooking bits of your videos. I was watching with pen and paper!

  • @taylore6677
    @taylore6677 Год назад +101

    Try Icelandic yogurt next time instead of Greek yogurt! It's SO good! Doesn't have as much of that sour bite that Greek yogurt does, it's much milder. The texture is amazing. It's just the absolute best :)

    • @MadiLush
      @MadiLush Год назад +4

      ^^ Truueee. I couldn't get on the Greek yogurt trend. I tried Siggi's with some thawed frozen berries, and it's great.
      I found a recipe for fruity frozen yogurt popsicles. It's basically just cook down your berries or fruit till soft and juicy, mix with the probiotic drink able yogurt, freeze. In cups or popsicle molds. They're about 70-80 calories for a 4oz serving depending on what fruit you choose. Better than icecream imo.

    • @LindaC616
      @LindaC616 Год назад +7

      I wish Skyr would export the pear flavor to the US 😋

    • @taylore6677
      @taylore6677 Год назад +2

      @@MadiLush Ooh that sounds yummy, I'm gonna try that!
      I have tried the Siggi brand and I agree it's very tasty, but I find that I like that Icelandic Provisions brand better :)

    • @taylore6677
      @taylore6677 Год назад +1

      @@LindaC616 I haven't tried a flavored one yet - I love putting fresh fruit in mine with some granola and nuts, so yummy :)

    • @BeatriceCaruso
      @BeatriceCaruso  Год назад +22

      I’ve never heard of it!! Very curious though, I’ll look for it at the store!!

  • @cheriebrinker3301
    @cheriebrinker3301 Год назад

    Thank you for your honesty, so refreshing. Looking forward to following your journey which I'm sure are going to be incredible! Much happiness and great health to you and yours 💜💜

  • @valerieodonnell6764
    @valerieodonnell6764 Год назад +2

    Everything looks so good! I’ve been craving more veggies lately and thinking about learning more about the Mediterranean diet. I’m definitely going to try some of the stuff you ate.

  • @kaylaliebowitz
    @kaylaliebowitz Год назад +3

    Highly recommend you look into muesli muffins for breakfast! Theyre so good and packed with protein/fiber

  • @Elno20
    @Elno20 Год назад +53

    Hey, Bea! Not sure if I missed this episode, but if you haven’t already I would encourage you to get some labs done. I’ve had a lot of the same issues for the last few months and turns out I’m ✨severely Vitamin D and Iron deficient✨
    Incorporating more fish like you have been should help, though. Thank you for sharing your journey!

    • @earthbybike
      @earthbybike Год назад +6

      Oh, ya, this is so true I know someone who's vit D and B12 levels were in the basement and they were depressed, moody, and full of anxiety. When they got their levels back to normal (prescrip D and B12 shots) Things changed 180 degrees and are happy and energetic now.

    • @Elno20
      @Elno20 Год назад +1

      @@earthbybike here’s hoping for that 180! 🤞🏻

    • @atinycupofpositivitea8745
      @atinycupofpositivitea8745 Год назад +1

      Yep I was the same, I lost most of my hair and now feeling much better, started taking vitamin D in June 2021 and iron in July 2022

    • @mamatila123
      @mamatila123 Год назад +1

      a similar thing happened to me! I was trying new medication and the side effects were so much stronger than they usually are for most people. When I looked at my blood test results and saw I had an iron defficiency, I started taking an iron supplement and the side effects of the medication were milder. I guess my body was already weak, and adding the side effects of a new medication didnt help

    • @Elno20
      @Elno20 Год назад

      @@mamatila123 ugh, yes, the muscle weakness is no joke. Hope you’re back to your best soon!

  • @rhondabozeman7089
    @rhondabozeman7089 Год назад +1

    Thanks for this blog. I’ve been wanting to try the Mediterranean diet. Been quite curious. You answered lots of my questions. Gotta try it 😉
    Have a great week!!!

  • @fruitcup1020
    @fruitcup1020 Год назад

    Great video!!! Love that this worked out for you. Please do a continuation of this! 🦕

  • @sabrinalindsey5474
    @sabrinalindsey5474 Год назад +36

    I'm definitely making that egg yogurt thing asap! I've always been interested in trying the Mediterranean diet, maybe now is the time

  • @xBrunettexxxBeautyx
    @xBrunettexxxBeautyx Год назад +6

    I’d love an update on this after some time, especially since 2 weeks is definitely not long enough to tell the true effects, it takes 2+ weeks for your body to get used to something new. I’m glad you found something that works for you though. 🥰

  • @susanacfernandes
    @susanacfernandes Год назад

    This was helpful. Thank u, B ❤

  • @mattie_cakes
    @mattie_cakes Год назад

    I love how you give a mix of “down to earth” humor/charisma AND super informative health guru. It’s really refreshing because most RUclipsrs are sooo serious or generic vlogger when it comes to the health/diet videos. Love it!

  • @eloise6111
    @eloise6111 Год назад +5

    Humus is a great cream cheese alternative for me.

  • @515aleon
    @515aleon Год назад +6

    I'm an older guy, but you are VERY relatable to me anyway. I've been following this way of eating for 3 years. Breakfast I struggle with, I love the idea of Greek yogurt and eggs (might look up Turkish eggs--that's great!! You can make with soft cooked or fried--in olive oil). I tend to eat fish once a week, chicken every other week, and red meat once a month (a couple days maybe). I've gotten to really like fish, esp salmon (not so Mediterranean--but they'd eat that too if they had this wonderful fish). You might look up Mediterranean Dish. Great and easy recipes. I do NOT stay strictly on it, that's not the point at all. Has really helped evened out my moods.

  • @naenae4783
    @naenae4783 Год назад +1

    I've started working on my healthy habits and goals again. I've been on and off for a few years now. It's so nice that you're here It feels like I'm working on myself alongside a friend. I've been watching for a long time and i gotta say you're a breath of fresh air. One of the only peeps on here that makes me feel human. Thank you Bea

  • @imatugwaddle2291
    @imatugwaddle2291 Год назад +1

    LOVE your energy and sense of humor !! I will definitely give this a try--THANKS!!!

  • @CristyTravels
    @CristyTravels Год назад +6

    So I’ve been on the vegetarian diet for 7 days now and am BLOWN AWAY with how I don’t snack anymore. I really get what you mean about these foods being sooooo filling. I’ve learned you can do a lot with beans! 😅

  • @SparkHomeschool
    @SparkHomeschool Год назад +3

    Another tip for balancing your hormones is cycle syncing and eating the right types of foods at certain times of the month. I have seen such a big difference when I stick to it 👍 Highly recommend

  • @melw2389
    @melw2389 Год назад

    Thank you for the recipes!

  • @Ballaurena13
    @Ballaurena13 Год назад

    Thanks for the tips about fresh herbs. I was getting dressed before breakfast while watching this and you made me realize that I have herbs in my herb garden that I rarely think to use, especially for breakfast when I'm generally too hungry to think creatively. The garlic, chives, basil and cheese were awesome with my eggs, even along with my favorite food group of mustard.
    Don't give up on the herb garden because they are so much more economical and handy to have growing at one's own home.

  • @katforgiven6411
    @katforgiven6411 Год назад +5

    The Mediterranean diet has been proven to be one of the healthiest diet you can do

  • @jackintheville
    @jackintheville Год назад +3

    I was really transitioning with you from cannibalism to I am unwell to this is why BETTER HEALTH is the sponsor. Missed opportunity there 😂
    Love all your humor and honesty each video. YOU are THE BEST!

  • @mojet13
    @mojet13 6 месяцев назад +1

    What an incredibly bright and informed woman you are. Beatrice. Thank you for a terrific summary of your med eating and daily habits and for your shout out to Green Chef. You're an inspiration. Keep up the hard work,

  • @coolgirls4855
    @coolgirls4855 Год назад +1

    Great results, well done. It's nice to see you so happy xx🇮🇪