I Went Vegan for 30 Days: Here's What Happened to Me

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Комментарии • 7 тыс.

  • @nathanieldrew
    @nathanieldrew  5 лет назад +3307

    Food and diet are very complex topics. I’m not a nutritionist, so please take everything that I share here with a grain of salt (pun intended).

    • @Dimitri_Kavon_Williams
      @Dimitri_Kavon_Williams 5 лет назад +11

      Try nootropics! I tested living vegan for 6 months and veggie for 1 year now. It's about health and functionality, not ideology. Obviously, resources and cooking skills + planet.

    • @adrianoplaysguitar
      @adrianoplaysguitar 5 лет назад +34

      Nathaniel Drew try thirty days of the keto diet next :) running your brain on ketones instead of glucose, see if your brain and body likes ketones better!

    • @peterleonardis
      @peterleonardis 5 лет назад +27

      Join the Mexican Cartel for 30 days and give us your thoughts on it!!!😂

    • @ansdr9601
      @ansdr9601 5 лет назад +49

      @@adrianoplaysguitar Please don't promote the keto died, it's very dangerous for one's health. You could consider the studies mentioned in this video: ruclips.net/video/Kzb0AsnSB-o/видео.html

    • @adamfoster7437
      @adamfoster7437 5 лет назад +36

      I'm going vegetarian rn for the ethical and environmental reasons, and maybe vegan down the line who knows 👀😂

  • @atidiaX
    @atidiaX 4 года назад +4471

    "We don't need a handful of people doing veganism perfectly. We need millions of people doing it imperfectly."

    • @Blue123413
      @Blue123413 4 года назад +72

      Well said! I'm really thinking of going vegan, baby steps.

    • @KFrost-fx7dt
      @KFrost-fx7dt 4 года назад +15

      Yay millions of sick people!

    • @aamu3
      @aamu3 4 года назад +11

      @@Blue123413 me too, I still struggle letting go of milk-chocolate X)

    • @cuerex8580
      @cuerex8580 4 года назад +27

      if veganism is something that everybody should do, what is the next step against plant cruelty?

    • @str8gigachad124
      @str8gigachad124 4 года назад +92

      @@KFrost-fx7dt hospitals are full of people with heart disease and cancer not b12 shortage

  • @landesgood9973
    @landesgood9973 4 года назад +991

    I’m a vegetarian since my 20’s. I’m now 75. I am healthy. Take no pills. Have lots of energy. Many of my friends have new knees or hips! I walk 6 to 6 miles a day. Just saying.... and, yoga for over 50 years.
    Love your thoughtful videos.

    • @feeyahsayssogangstagranny4250
      @feeyahsayssogangstagranny4250 4 года назад +25

      You inspired me

    • @cubul32
      @cubul32 4 года назад +8

      Speaking of supplements - do you take B12? I heard from this long termp plant based doc that he never supplemented and never had any issues - nor his blood tests showed any issues. Studying "the holy fathers" (hermits) I see they had no health issues without supplements (quite the contrary, fasting and eating plant based is healing it seems) - I've never witnessed issues personally.

    • @gretaosullivan4841
      @gretaosullivan4841 4 года назад +7

      @Trinmigular shrobatorli I would definitely try becoming vegan. It has positively changed my life in so many ways and I'm beyond happy that I made that decision. :)

    • @dreamershope2158
      @dreamershope2158 4 года назад

      @Trinmigular shrobatorli no, just cut down meat. If you're not able to do that, consume meat once in 2-3 months. If doing so, you'll really help both, your guts and environment 🤗😃

    • @Winterreise189
      @Winterreise189 4 года назад +11

      Yeah because you're VEGETARIAN, quite different from a vegan... You can still eat foods that have actual nutrients in them

  • @piratodactyl1522
    @piratodactyl1522 5 лет назад +6805

    My only regret of going vegan is that I didn't start it earlier.

    • @tamcon72
      @tamcon72 5 лет назад +59

      This is soooooooooooooooo common, I am surprised when I don't hear it. : )

    • @piratodactyl1522
      @piratodactyl1522 5 лет назад +11

      @@tamcon72 Same! :)

    • @overlit5597
      @overlit5597 5 лет назад +43

      @@tamcon72 Well surprise then, I'm a recovering ex vegan who only now realizes I had no idea what feeling healthy really was.

    • @tamcon72
      @tamcon72 5 лет назад +18

      @@overlit5597 If you wouldn't mind--there is preponderance of new avatars at vegan YT writing exactly this sort of comment without any further explanation and they are therefore suspicious--please describe your plant-based diet in detail, including duration and any specific dietary regimens using only plants that you tried, and for how long in each case. Thanks!

    • @overlit5597
      @overlit5597 5 лет назад +20

      @@tamcon72 I'm not a new account, and this isn't vegan YT. As hard as it is to believe, that means you might come across honest accounts supporting both sides, rather than just confirmation bias from vegans, and hate from anonymous meat eaters, like you would on vegan YT.
      I was also meticulous about my diet, at 20%,60%,20% (having tried a few other ratios). Main carb sources were whole grains, sweet potatoes and legumes, I usually avoided nightshades and supplemented hemp protein. 2500kcal a day. I felt "clean" if not entirely 100% during the first 6mo to a year, then steadily felt more anemic. After that I supplemented some B12 (inb4 "you were never vegan), and it helped. But after well over a year, I decided it wasn't worth it and went pescatarian. Now I don't restrict any types of meat, though I only eat grass fed red meat. And I finally feel like my whole self again!

  • @qwest808
    @qwest808 4 года назад +962

    I went vegan when I was 15, now I’m 20, never going back. Best decision of my life, I love it 🌱

    • @victoriabudke4440
      @victoriabudke4440 4 года назад +14

      me too!

    • @qwest808
      @qwest808 4 года назад +8

      Victoria Budke great to hear 💚

    • @slavkafegiev3474
      @slavkafegiev3474 4 года назад +18

      I think both industries are flawed whether they make plant or meat products . Animals are treated with antibiotics and are fed enormously and plants are being sprayed with preparations and chemicals . I think we should be all taught in school how to take care and eat both plants and animals and make our own products .

    • @JustinRM20
      @JustinRM20 4 года назад +32

      Slav Kafegiev Then most people wouldn’t eat animals, because I’m sure 90% doesn’t have the guts to kill an animal for food. Killing an animal is very different from buying it from a supermarket and it’s a really intense, confronting experience. Watch videos of reporters going to slaughterhouses and you’ll see what it’s like, totally not fun.

    • @slavkafegiev3474
      @slavkafegiev3474 4 года назад +5

      @@JustinRM20 I know I've seen how they do it . But that doesn't matter . The thing is we should eat quality food . That way whoever wants to eat meat can do it properly and more morally . Not to mention it's important skill everyone should know . Not everyone to be forced to practice it but to have an idea of how to do it cuz the population should be able to feed itself if has to .

  • @KurtAnderson812
    @KurtAnderson812 5 лет назад +3537

    I did the 30 day vegan challenge 4.5 years ago and I will never go back to eating meat and dairy again. I used many of the arguments that you hear, it’s too difficult, too extreme, too expensive. Blah, it’s not really hard. There are so many options and resources available to people. If you are curious about going vegan I recommend watching 3 documentaries; ‘What the Health’ , ‘How Not to Die’ , and ‘Earthlings’

    • @Alexstez
      @Alexstez 5 лет назад +117

      Same here. I used to be the biggest anti-vegan but now I wouldn't go back to eating meat!

    • @oldchanneltryagain
      @oldchanneltryagain 5 лет назад +19

      Yesss!!!

    • @julia_condor
      @julia_condor 5 лет назад +68

      cowspiracy is incredible too

    • @pawelzabicki7785
      @pawelzabicki7785 5 лет назад +3

      I am always eating eggs for breakfast, what can I use instead if there is no dairy included? :)

    • @lonelycake4114
      @lonelycake4114 5 лет назад +12

      Yeah youre an idiot

  • @kelperdude
    @kelperdude 5 лет назад +495

    Understanding and appreciating your food and where it came from is probably the best thing to learn, regardless of the diet you choose.

    • @Samadhicat
      @Samadhicat 5 лет назад +2

      Definitely 👍

    • @loreskcanada8402
      @loreskcanada8402 5 лет назад +8

      You can (and should) also appreciate the animal from which the meat came. Or, show a deeper appreciation of the animals by not paying for them to die for meat, that's where veganism comes in

    • @kissarmin7130
      @kissarmin7130 5 лет назад +4

      appreciating your food doesnt do shit lmfao

    • @ES11777
      @ES11777 5 лет назад +5

      @@kissarmin7130 That's what I was thinking. You need to make adjustments to make sure that your diet is sustainable and ethical. The best thing one can do is to adopt a vegan diet.

    • @SarahQuinnandFranklin
      @SarahQuinnandFranklin 5 лет назад +1

      kelperdude it really doesnt help anyone if they understand and appreciate that animals suffer and die for meat. They need to change also

  • @likhi13
    @likhi13 5 лет назад +396

    I agree with you in saying that it feels like a new normal.I gave up meat around 8 years ago and I don't miss it at all.I realised it was about the flavours used in the meat preparations rather than the meat itself.

    • @icedcoffeeandbookss
      @icedcoffeeandbookss 5 лет назад

      likhi p I was vegetarian (and vegan for several months) for a year and a half and recently stopped and started eating meat again. It has helped my digestion and bloating ☺️ but I would go vegan or vegetarian again.

    • @Wyatt_Riley
      @Wyatt_Riley 5 лет назад +5

      Sometimes but IMO if you have good quality free range meat it doesn't need many external flavors. Free range grass fed beef is heavenly

    • @user-lz7oy7st3p
      @user-lz7oy7st3p 5 лет назад

      @@Wyatt_Riley You eat only free range?

    • @jakaj2641
      @jakaj2641 5 лет назад +4

      likhi p try being vegan in an omnivore family, I have to literally come up with scraps as they don’t buy literally anything vegan every night I have to make my own dinner after they have theirs it’s just unbelievably difficult.

    • @Dana-gd2fs
      @Dana-gd2fs 5 лет назад +1

      It's not 😂 Meat is pretty important to the human body.

  • @massysaustintx
    @massysaustintx 4 года назад +19

    I went plant-based 6 months ago. I am Italian, German and Irish. I loved meat and potatoes, just as much as meatballs, braciole, sausage and peppers, etc. I didn't do it for weight loss but I did subsequently lose quite a bit, I am sleeping better, my skin is better, my focus and/or cognitive functioning is way better. I cannot think of one negative aspect of this experience for me. There is no food worth how incredibly good I feel and since I can still have potatoes, pasta and bread, it is a win-win!

  • @KlausHendryck
    @KlausHendryck 5 лет назад +1286

    I only learned how to cook after going vegan 😭🤣🤣

    • @BmthSharon
      @BmthSharon 5 лет назад +6

      Me to

    • @vegantina6565
      @vegantina6565 5 лет назад +2

      A Happy Broccoli DITTO! Lol 😂

    • @bitume
      @bitume 5 лет назад +14

      SAME. And so so many new ingredients

    • @sofl7406
      @sofl7406 5 лет назад +1

      Same lol

    • @risrem
      @risrem 5 лет назад +1

      me too haha

  • @absolutum790
    @absolutum790 4 года назад +1575

    "One day man will look upon the killing of animals as they do upon the killing of men" - Leonardo DaVinci

    • @ni3070
      @ni3070 4 года назад +44

      Wow, he was way ahead of his time, was he vegetarian? Or vegan?
      Edit:- Although, Indians have been doing it since times immemorable......so

    • @thereccher8746
      @thereccher8746 4 года назад +38

      99% of famous historical figures are misquoted.

    • @Kelstar77
      @Kelstar77 4 года назад +6

      He had multiple strokes and became a cripple stop following your yoga teacher in diets

    • @absolutum790
      @absolutum790 4 года назад +1

      I like your fact.

    • @niklas6441
      @niklas6441 4 года назад +9

      @@ni3070 he was a vegetarian

  • @anwaribraham6651
    @anwaribraham6651 4 года назад +290

    Proud to be vegan,been vegan since I was 6 years old and now I’m 21 and never regretted for a second! ❤️

    • @szaenthusiast5373
      @szaenthusiast5373 4 года назад +8

      Sheela Narayanan definitely recommend it oat milk it’s my favorite

    • @kcs4652
      @kcs4652 4 года назад

      You look like you have thyroid problems.

    • @sarahne4792
      @sarahne4792 4 года назад +4

      @Sheela Narayanan soy milk, coco milk, oat milk and almond milk :D

    • @fengmagicgadget2987
      @fengmagicgadget2987 3 года назад +1

      @Sheela Narayanan soy milkkkkk

    • @yareugae638
      @yareugae638 3 года назад +5

      @@kcs4652 ewww wtf was that? are you a dikbag? who comments such a pathetic thing like this, you might have piles up there mate

  • @DarioBarbosaTUBE
    @DarioBarbosaTUBE 5 лет назад +443

    Try Beans!!! Youre in Mexico Nathan - its a super power food - here in Brazil rice and beans are the perfect couple for vegans (im vegan btw)

    • @hannahellen1257
      @hannahellen1257 5 лет назад +14

      Dario C L Barbosa yes! Beans are literally so versatile and I probably eat a different type of bean every day or every other day 😂

    • @DarioBarbosaTUBE
      @DarioBarbosaTUBE 5 лет назад +2

      Duke Of Istria did you saw any beans in the video? 🤨

    • @IEEteammateMATT1
      @IEEteammateMATT1 5 лет назад +1

      Beans don’t really have any nutrients. And the ones it does get bound with lectins that keep your body from absorbing the nutrients

    • @DarioBarbosaTUBE
      @DarioBarbosaTUBE 5 лет назад +12

      S A M who eats beans raw?!? 🙄🙄🙄

    • @DarioBarbosaTUBE
      @DarioBarbosaTUBE 5 лет назад +6

      Animal Mother hahahahah yeah, right 😆

  • @ccolorsplit
    @ccolorsplit 5 лет назад +1084

    Vegan here - I came for the health and stayed for the animals. I've come to realize that there's no humane way to kill something that wants to live. They are aware of what's happening to them and their deaths aren't quick.
    I hope you do eat more plant based foods for yourself, and the environment as a whole!
    Good luck!

    • @menthy
      @menthy 5 лет назад +70

      It's funny because I feel the same way about the trillions upon trillions of insects annihilated every yr through farming. Anyone who says cows and pigs are special but bugs and other animal life dont count are nothing but a bunch of animal racists.
      All life is precious. And it's all part of one ecosystem. No species is better or "higher" than any other. Even plants are living things. I also dont buy the argument that it's ok to kill something as long as it can't feel pain or not intelligent enough to process what's going on. Does that mean that it's ok to kill someone in a coma because they can't feel it? It is alright to kill the mentally retarded because they dont understand? The only real answer is that we are extinguishing another life form, plain and simple.
      Having tried veganism twice myself, I came to the conclusion that in order to sustain life, we must take life whether we're eating meat or veg. The unpleasant truth that many ppl are unwilling to acknowledge is that we are evolved to be killers.
      I've since gone back to eating the way our ancient ancestors did. I believe if the Native Americans could kill stuff for food while still living in balance with nature, then so can we. Countries like France and Spain seem to be able to produce high quality meat without wrecking their environment. It can be done.
      If it makes you feel any better, 30 yrs from now, most of the meat in the world will be lab grown. Synthetic meat, created from plant matter (like the Impossible Food corporation is making now), is most likely, the future of food.
      Have a good day

    • @mariacorrochanollombart6483
      @mariacorrochanollombart6483 5 лет назад +3

      Same!!

    • @cagan8
      @cagan8 5 лет назад +15

      @@menthy That just sounds bad, eating food that is synthetically made. I think the best form of eating meat would be hunting since in order to hunt you have pay certain dues which go back to the environment.

    • @menthy
      @menthy 5 лет назад +7

      @@cagan8 Yes you may be right. But i doubt we can go back to living like the Native Americans 1,000 yrs ago. Huge investment money is already being spent to development lab grown foods. Meat proteins are being replicated on a molecular level. No more of that clumsy old meat substitute stuff that doesn't even taste like meat. The new lab grown meat may even possibly be healthier than real meat since the materials to create it come from plants like spinach. Time will tell

    • @jostergaard5588
      @jostergaard5588 5 лет назад +2

      Why vegan and not just vegetarian?

  • @Curiousever
    @Curiousever 4 года назад +618

    I cured 10 years of Crohn's disease so sick I was on biologics and precancerous meds. I went vegan and with 6 months I was off all meds and kidney damage caused by meds healed also.

    • @YogaBlissDance
      @YogaBlissDance 4 года назад +17

      See its stuff like that. YOu did it in a healthy way too not jsut sweets and bread and vegan junk food. Congrats.

    • @marah7170
      @marah7170 4 года назад +3

      Happy for you dear

    • @anonchick4789
      @anonchick4789 4 года назад +1

      That's crazy yo. I've had Crohn's since I was a 3 year old child and I've had my highs and lows,and although since going vegan I haven't really had a single flare up I have some bouts of being unwell. Of course,when unwell I go low fiber and recover best I could like I did before going vegan but it hasn't worked for me that well. Some of my trigger foods were eliminated so it helped but,just like any other patient. So happy for you though!

    • @JazzyCrumbles
      @JazzyCrumbles 4 года назад +1

      @@lina_adventures soy protein is a big one, and so are peanuts

    • @mikeyKnows_
      @mikeyKnows_ 4 года назад +1

      Bull shit

  • @PEACEofGOD2day
    @PEACEofGOD2day 4 года назад +1409

    Old vegan here... 10 years. 2 of my pregnancies were vegan. Im 45 this year and get mistaken for late 20’s all the time. Yup.. plants for life.

    • @Serendipityismy
      @Serendipityismy 4 года назад +2

      Did your kids ever eat meat?

    • @JustinRM20
      @JustinRM20 4 года назад +23

      Divinegon It’s called the vegan reality

    • @JustinRM20
      @JustinRM20 4 года назад +58

      Divinegon It is, no matter what you say. Vegans look healthier and younger.

    • @ConejoRecopila
      @ConejoRecopila 4 года назад +22

      @@JustinRM20 Vegans are not healthier, stop saying that, a lot of them eat vegan process food.

    • @JustinRM20
      @JustinRM20 4 года назад +68

      Conejo Recopila Lentil burgers and fake cheese are still better for you than real burgers and real cheese. They didn’t add cholosterol to make them just as unhealthy as non-vegans. Keep denying, in 50 years we’ll see who was healthier all along.

  • @kristinemonaco1518
    @kristinemonaco1518 4 года назад +204

    I noticed when I went dairy free my face looked “slimmer” too. I think it’s part of losing the bloat.

    • @AmanteANIMALS
      @AmanteANIMALS 3 года назад

      @Anonymous wow do you have any specifications? I feel like I’ve been getting more pimples since I went vegan. And about the weight, I actually lost a lot and I have to gain around 13 kilograms, but that’s not on veganism, since going vegan I just dropped 2 kilograms

    • @goodra999
      @goodra999 3 года назад +1

      @Anonymous dairy is really fattening i felt i gained so much weight with dairy, i cut it out i do have plant based daiya cheese but i don't eat it everyday

    • @AmanteANIMALS
      @AmanteANIMALS 3 года назад +1

      @Anonymous thanks, I did thought of getting pimples as a part of a “cleansing process” but I’ve also heard that vitamin B12 can make you get pimples. But I’ve been feeling better than before, I’m young but due to flexibility I have knee problems, and my knees hurt less now that I’m vegan. And it’s been so so long since I last ate something processed because I avoid buying anything that comes in plastic or metal

    • @AmanteANIMALS
      @AmanteANIMALS 3 года назад

      @Anonymous and I almost always have fruit for breakfast, but I’m not into fasting and, I really need to gain around 10 kg

    • @opidasdagoat
      @opidasdagoat 2 года назад

      @Anonymous greek yoghurt is the only thing that stops me from being vegan i have it in my oatmeal and smoothies everyday. what are good plant based sources of protein?

  • @CanvasLid
    @CanvasLid 5 лет назад +261

    Went plant based 4 years ago. Best decision of my life!

    • @maxiii3107
      @maxiii3107 5 лет назад +3

      Noor Nazneen Same

    • @user-lz7oy7st3p
      @user-lz7oy7st3p 5 лет назад +3

      Same

    • @marisellopez6022
      @marisellopez6022 5 лет назад +3

      How! I find it so hard. What kept u motivated?

    • @CanvasLid
      @CanvasLid 5 лет назад +6

      @@marisellopez6022 Great question! Firstly, take it slow when you transition so you get used to the changes you are making. Maybe go vegetarian or pescatarian first before going vegan. And to be honest with you, generally, you only need that motivating push the first couple of months of going vegan. After you push through the initial transitioning period, it becomes second nature. The things that really helped me stay motivated are - 1. Getting excited about trying out vegan recipes. I love cooking so I tried to focus on the food that I get to eat on a vegan diet rather than what I cannot. If you miss the taste of meat, try some good vegan mock meat! There are so many recipes and great tasting vegan alternatives out there nowadays. 2. GET PREPARED FOR SOCIAL DINING. This is the most awkward and demotivating part, people you once ate meat with now dining with the new you, the vegan you. Try doing some research on the menu of the restaurant you will visit to see what vegan options they have and what can be veganized. If it is a house party, bring your own food and make sure it's not a boring salad! BUT it is something you actually really enjoy :) and LASTLY, if it becomes extremely hard for you to stay motivated, rewatch the documentaries, podcasts or youtube videos highlighting Why you should go vegan. Remind yourself of the reasons, the ethical environmental and health-related reasons that got you motivated in the first place. Hope this helps!

    • @amritjanardhanan
      @amritjanardhanan 5 лет назад

      Try carnivore.

  • @champ18d
    @champ18d 4 года назад +414

    I went vegan two months now and it wasn’t hard when everything I was cooking was delicious. I have so much more energy and mental clarity.

    • @tashagross4519
      @tashagross4519 4 года назад

      CHAMP18d::
      Could you possibly be able to like,, text on here for a beginner what kind of meals to possibly eat for lunch or dinner!!? I'm soooo.interested!!! But have NO idea what I'm doing!! What to buy for just a meal or two, I'll switch those around till I get an idea of really know what is going on!!!
      Noone will help me!!!:(:(

    • @poopoopeepee318
      @poopoopeepee318 4 года назад +3

      Tasha Gross idk if you’re picky or not but if you like veggies you can always make a loaded veggie salad with Italian dressing! There are quite a few other vegan dressings too just make sure you always check the ingredients! :) also a lot of pasta is vegan but there are also chickpea based pastas, lentil based, etc. Plus marinara is usually always vegan too! Burrito bowls are a go to, brown rice, black or pinto beans, lettuce/cilantro, tomato, corn, salsa, lime, you can pretty much add whatever and get creative! Beans are packed with protein and it’s pretty inexpensive to make as well :) one more really good one is homemade tomato soup, if you have a blender you can just get some canned or fresh tomatoes, onion, garlic, cook them in the oven or on the stove and throw it all in a blender then back on the stove again, served with salad or grilled cheese is my favorite but vegan alternatives tend to be pretty expensive so just be careful! I hope this helps! :) sorry if it’s super long haha

    • @CherriMoustache
      @CherriMoustache 4 года назад +4

      @@tashagross4519 You should visit the youtube channel Pick Up Limes she is AMAZING!

    • @DoubleDogDare54
      @DoubleDogDare54 4 года назад +2

      Interesting that people who go on a caveman diet say the same thing....

    • @roshaniroy9516
      @roshaniroy9516 4 года назад

      Me too!!😇

  • @BrunaClaas
    @BrunaClaas 3 года назад +78

    The two main differences I felt when I went vegan was no more food comas and better digestion!

  • @artsyrawaa1439
    @artsyrawaa1439 5 лет назад +969

    I love the fact that you’re subtitling the mom in the local market yelling at her kid😂

    • @sierramarie8059
      @sierramarie8059 5 лет назад +65

      wasn't she yelling at her dog lmao?!

    • @viannccaa
      @viannccaa 5 лет назад +47

      If you have a dog or cat they’re your kid :)

    • @sierramarie8059
      @sierramarie8059 5 лет назад +13

      @@viannccaa you know what though, facts!

    • @viannccaa
      @viannccaa 5 лет назад +4

      Sierra Marie Yee 😃

    • @kns5700
      @kns5700 5 лет назад +1

      Lol

  • @luiseick
    @luiseick 5 лет назад +2370

    Don't forget to supplement for B12 :)

    • @nathanieldrew
      @nathanieldrew  5 лет назад +168

      Yes!

    • @etoatoummhmm6391
      @etoatoummhmm6391 5 лет назад +249

      luiseick DISCLAIMER!!!!! Meat is also supplemented with b12(large scale farmed meat)!!!! B12 comes from bacteria, so untreated water and unwashed veggies automatically have b12, but that's unpractical. So either u pay someone to feed b12 supplements to livestock then eat it or you take it directly. Theirs two proven strains of bacteria(that I know) in our gut that produces b12 where we can actually absorb it, BUT u have to have great bacterial diversity in your gut; don't take the risk and take supplement. 40% of Americans take supplements any ways,

    • @ailurophile4341
      @ailurophile4341 5 лет назад +48

      @@etoatoummhmm6391 citation needed

    • @rawveganfruitarian7290
      @rawveganfruitarian7290 5 лет назад +61

      Look for citation everywhere on unfiltered water. Im a raw vegan in panama and i dont supplement. My b12 is fine. So there ya go. Be dirty

    • @lonelycake4114
      @lonelycake4114 5 лет назад +35

      Nathaniel Drew
      Dont be an idiot nathaniel, you cant supplement b12. Every cell in your body is made of cholesterol, you need to consume meat. It feels great in the beginning but wont last. Its a diet for sugar addicts, thats your ”mental clarity”.
      Watch sv3rige videos.

  • @FrancescaPessarelli
    @FrancescaPessarelli 5 лет назад +68

    I love being vegan. I love identifying with veganism because it's not a diet. It's a huge perspective change that leads to a more compassionate life. Thank you for giving it an honest shot and for allowing it to shift the way you live a bit!

    • @radiospank
      @radiospank 5 лет назад +5

      Francesca Pessarelli that’s why I love it too, I feel so proud to be vegan and I love how I feel.

    • @0000asdfasdf0000
      @0000asdfasdf0000 5 лет назад +5

      Yep me too! I love being vegan. It has only been a year for me, my SO, my sibling but we feel amazing! Vegan for life for the animals, my health, the planet, other humans! It has taught me to be more compassionate and empathetic towards all living beings ... yes all including the ones who swear at us for being vegan. Oh boy. :)

  • @ruthannelundeberg8056
    @ruthannelundeberg8056 4 года назад +36

    I never thought I could be a vegan. Then one day I realized I could and should. Spiritual awakening. I was 53 at the time. I immediately became more happy and peaceful. That was unexpected. Now being a vegan is a source of pride and gratitude for me. It cheers me up when I feel beaten down. I can know I’m doing something good for other beings and the earth. I hug my dog. I watch all the little creatures outside. I am at peace with them because I am no longer a predator. These are gifts I will never squander. Even if I have to go without food sometimes. I’m not afraid of being hungry. Fasting has become another link in the chain of my awakening. Easier on my body and easier on the earth. Even if it’s hard and even if there’s sacrifice it’s worth doing.

    • @OnlineplusSchweiz
      @OnlineplusSchweiz Год назад +1

      Is your dog vegan?

    • @ggnoree6684
      @ggnoree6684 Год назад

      i love your comment! i also will look to my veganism to cheer me up in times i am down. thank you

  • @swamirajchavan481
    @swamirajchavan481 5 лет назад +205

    I'm vegetarian and in India nearly 40% are vegetarian. Even KFC and Mc Donald's have vegetarian dishes in their menu. It's due to 70.8% population is Hindu in India.

    • @suki5353
      @suki5353 5 лет назад

      swamiraj C thats so cool!

    • @oldchanneltryagain
      @oldchanneltryagain 5 лет назад

      That's honestly so cool

    • @caseykellogg707
      @caseykellogg707 5 лет назад +2

      Indians actually have a rare ability to process vegetables, as they are 100 generations deep in vegetarian based diet. Nearly everyone else doesn't have this DNA, and veganism can be harmful to certain people. Humans have been consuming meat for 20 million years. Veganism has existed as long as computers. So some of us can eat just meat and be healthy, while others just vegetables and fruit.

    • @upasanaminocha4540
      @upasanaminocha4540 5 лет назад +2

      Source? I don't think only 40% are vegetarian, the no is should be higher

    • @caseykellogg707
      @caseykellogg707 5 лет назад

      @PaleDale Oh no only 2.6 million years. It was just enough time for our brains to get bigger from using our intellect to hunt and fish. If you aren't smart enough to figure out that meat eating is what separates us from the apes, you might be vegan.

  • @pinhead42
    @pinhead42 5 лет назад +1729

    Tip for going vegan: dont do any crazy vegan diets such as raw or fruitarian diets!
    Edit: OmG! IVe nEVer HAd ThIS MaNY LikES iN mY lIFe!!!!!

    • @annapomelo3818
      @annapomelo3818 5 лет назад +56

      I became orthorectic due tue raw veganism - after my initial junk food vegan months.
      What a mess! Now I am recovered and a happy healthy normal vegan. 5 years.

    • @AustinChubak
      @AustinChubak 5 лет назад +35

      raw vegan experiment was one of the worst decisions of my life. messed up my health. humans cook food, period.

    • @marieann5887
      @marieann5887 5 лет назад +5

      Sorry to all the onions out there but I‘m just not compassionate about them so I‘ll probably never go frutarian

    • @pinhead42
      @pinhead42 5 лет назад +21

      @clariboia anal wrong, ive seen videos of vegan youtubers telling you to not go raw vegan or fruitarian years ago, way before this ex vegan bullshit. There are videos debunking the diet and how it is inherently nutrient defeicient.

    • @re_lamb
      @re_lamb 5 лет назад +8

      clariboia anal not really, there are plenty of successful vegan youtubers who have been vegan for 10+ years-they just never did extreme diets.

  • @brendawolberg7598
    @brendawolberg7598 4 года назад +496

    No mater what. Mexican food is delicious even if it’s vegan.

    • @Sariine436
      @Sariine436 4 года назад +24

      It's the spices

    • @Johny40Se7en
      @Johny40Se7en 4 года назад +10

      Damn straight. Mexican food is renowned by millions for using beans and legumes as the main source of protein. It's a very healthy source of protein, AND it's got plenty of fibre. Also doesn't come from other animals 😉

    • @LavaStar39
      @LavaStar39 3 года назад +1

      @ZDProletariat Originally we didn't have cows in Mexico. Colonized diets are unhealthy.

    • @Harriemes
      @Harriemes 3 года назад +1

      @ Brenda
      "even"??????????

  • @jonnies6655
    @jonnies6655 4 года назад +1456

    Vegetarian for 45 years, vegan for the last 30 years, never going back.

    • @deratomtiger3513
      @deratomtiger3513 4 года назад +9

      @Vegan Pollution wtf?! Very strange argument dude.

    • @jordan97inthemix2k6
      @jordan97inthemix2k6 4 года назад +2

      Vegan Pollution why you so mad about a human bodily function

    • @bloodmoney2707
      @bloodmoney2707 4 года назад

      So what you eating bruhhh animals?

    • @jonnies6655
      @jonnies6655 4 года назад +45

      If you look in the Bible, see Genesis 1:29 God gave Adam and Eve fruits, nuts, and grains to eat in the Garden of Eden. After they had sinned God included vegetables, see Genesis 3:18. In Heaven we will not eat meat, see Revelation 21:4, no death. It is clear God never intended for mankind to depend on animal flesh to sustain life. Many top athletes have gone vegan because a vegan diet greatly increases athletic performance and strength. Seventh-day Adventists on average live many years longer than average Americans because they shun tobacco products, alcoholic beverages and unclean meats. Many Seventh day Adventists are vegetarians and vegans.

    • @yrakcaz3064
      @yrakcaz3064 4 года назад +4

      God bless you.

  • @ragnarfreyr
    @ragnarfreyr 5 лет назад +1844

    Vegan for 6 years. Never felt better. Go for it! :)
    Also, veganism is not a diet. :)

    • @risrem
      @risrem 5 лет назад +123

      exactly it's a lifestyle

    • @Fakestockguru
      @Fakestockguru 5 лет назад +109

      Its a cult.

    • @PrimevalArt
      @PrimevalArt 5 лет назад +62

      Gilestuber Cults sacrifice animals

    • @steff6146
      @steff6146 5 лет назад +14

      That’s why he said plant-based diet! :)

    • @coreywerber1264
      @coreywerber1264 5 лет назад +51

      Hail Seitan!

  • @LivinglikeLeila
    @LivinglikeLeila 5 лет назад +818

    Thanks for shedding a positive light on veganism :) I love being vegan and could never imagine going back, but I think the important thing is that people are aware of what they are consuming and the impact of it on others and the planet. So any reduction in animal product can help a ton!

    • @Salamaleikum80
      @Salamaleikum80 5 лет назад

      where do you buy your food?

    • @x_x_6__
      @x_x_6__ 5 лет назад +3

      @@Salamaleikum80 Uh... a food store?

    • @Salamaleikum80
      @Salamaleikum80 5 лет назад +1

      @@x_x_6__ farmers market, local farmer, or a simple grocery store. Cause latter would do more harm to be vegan then to be carnivore.

    • @user-lz7oy7st3p
      @user-lz7oy7st3p 5 лет назад +10

      @@Salamaleikum80 How does buying vegetables, fruit, legumes, nuts and other plant-based foods from a supermarket is more bad than eating only meat?

    • @Salamaleikum80
      @Salamaleikum80 5 лет назад

      @@user-lz7oy7st3p depends on what cause you want to achieve. If it's about the environment, then supporting agraculture and pesticide usage is doing more harm then the co2 production of animals. But if you want do it for ethical reason(no killing) then sure vegan would be good. The thing vegans usually go from one harm to another. There are only two ways to solve this problem 1. self sustain yourself with a permagarden(and also chickens if you want to eat eggs.) 2. buy groceries from good sources that use no pesticides. But if it comes from monoculture that will be nearly impossible. So choice 1 would be the only real way to help the environment. But the thing is it's totally unrealistic for most of the population to do that.

  • @hannaha8062
    @hannaha8062 4 года назад +60

    As a mexican I can assure that a lot of mexican food is vegan or vegetarian, or at least easy to turn vegan and it is so delicious

    • @AmanteANIMALS
      @AmanteANIMALS 3 года назад

      Pos bueno los chilaquiles no tienen mucho chiste siendo veganos, desde que me hice vegana no los he comido pero sí he pedido enchiladas de papa sin crema ni queso y con limón sí jalan

    • @hata6290
      @hata6290 2 года назад

      I don’t like Mexican food :(

  • @MxEverybody
    @MxEverybody 5 лет назад +271

    Hearing “raw vegan” is almost a trigger for me now. I know you can do raw vegan and still be healthy if you’re careful, but the whole community is bonkers and scary. Most of the raw vegan people promote incredibly unhealthy, unbalanced diets, so usually I just slowly walk away when anyone says that.

    • @AustinChubak
      @AustinChubak 5 лет назад +2

      agreed, raw vegan is extremely unhealthy. source, I tried it for months (not perfectly as I was starving) and messed up my health

    • @AustinChubak
      @AustinChubak 5 лет назад +1

      @Jake S true. But I don't think the body absorbs nutrients very well on raw food. Even if you're hitting your percentages.

    • @AustinChubak
      @AustinChubak 5 лет назад +1

      @clariboia anal perhaps, but to each their own. I'm keeping cooked vegetables and feel great after them. not willing to experiment anymore. ever.

    • @cjxgraphics
      @cjxgraphics 5 лет назад +4

      Did that for a while. Lost a lot of weight, and for a while was sleeping 3 hours a night. I'd still wake up refreshed and ready to go. While I think it's a good way to go for a while, I would not recommend it as a lifestyle.
      And yes, a lot of enthusiasts are quite bonkers. Those I followed for a while pretty much all ended up leaving, or selling blenders on TV.

    • @DemuDesu
      @DemuDesu 5 лет назад +4

      LOTS of plants are harmful without some degree of processing (e.g. oxalate, lectin) because that's how they've survived. Raw veganism is pretty much a cult religion for masochists.

  • @brittanysrecordshop3991
    @brittanysrecordshop3991 5 лет назад +576

    Wait. You didn't know how to cook rice until you went vegan? That's very interesting because in my culture/family/household, it is an absolute staple.

    • @cjxgraphics
      @cjxgraphics 5 лет назад +25

      We grew up with rice at nearly every meal. However we only used a rice cooker. Not until after college did I realize I could cook rice on a stove. It just seemed so weird.

    • @ooldmka
      @ooldmka 5 лет назад +8

      Asian jokes incoming.

    • @nikkoXmercado
      @nikkoXmercado 5 лет назад +3

      Are you Filipino?

    • @reagan6743
      @reagan6743 5 лет назад +7

      Thewolfs my parents didn’t even teach me how to boil water. I went vegan and had to catch up fast

    • @hhancp
      @hhancp 5 лет назад +3

      Good thing about going vegan, gain new sklls like cooking and perhaps baking too.

  • @user-km5op6cn4d
    @user-km5op6cn4d 4 года назад +553

    I went on a ten day vegan challenged and never looked back That was three and a half years ago :)

    • @digitalneko7975
      @digitalneko7975 4 года назад +2

      Yes!

    • @David-rd5bm
      @David-rd5bm 4 года назад +5

      Who cares

    • @nickoff-skiing5590
      @nickoff-skiing5590 4 года назад +9

      @@David-rd5bm Obviously you numb-nuts otherwise you wouldn't comment. LMFAO

    • @JamesMichael-sf7ep
      @JamesMichael-sf7ep 4 года назад +1

      Did your hair start to falling out?

    • @JenyaBow_369
      @JenyaBow_369 4 года назад

      Similar happened to me. I decided to try for a couple of days. Liked it. Decided to do a week, two .... and couldn’t stop 🤣. A lot of positive changes health wise.

  • @mamasassii
    @mamasassii 4 года назад +474

    Your skin glowing more and you don’t look as tired. Your definitely have a more defined face.

    • @tranxvillanueva1092
      @tranxvillanueva1092 4 года назад

      I can't see it i need an zoomed one

    • @brapbrapbrapbrapbrapbrapbrap
      @brapbrapbrapbrapbrapbrapbrap 3 года назад +4

      @@olivierschraepen5451 for real and his face is more defined because he's starving himself.

    • @yareugae638
      @yareugae638 3 года назад +1

      @@brapbrapbrapbrapbrapbrapbrap umm you don't judge that lol, there are vegan people who are healthier then average meat boi who suffers from over nutrition lol

    • @prolifeuk6659
      @prolifeuk6659 3 года назад +3

      @@brapbrapbrapbrapbrapbrapbrap not starving lol, veggies are more satiating cause of fibre, and you can EAT more and not be a fat caUSE Its low in calories

    • @angelinecatteeuw
      @angelinecatteeuw 3 года назад

      @@brapbrapbrapbrapbrapbrapbrap You got it the other way around. I switched to vegan food 6 weeks ago and have lost 2 kg without changing any portions or exercise habits (very few 😭😅 and it was also not my intention to lose weight) but I have never eaten more (and more guilt-free) in my life. Vegetables, whole grains, fruits and nuts are naturally low in saturated (!) fat. Especially switching to whole grains (whole wheat bread, brown rice, whole wheat pasta) has completely taken away my urge for snacks between meals and that is a huge unintended change. You feel fuller, longer. I haven’t felt hungry at any point 👋🏻

  • @giulsda9685
    @giulsda9685 5 лет назад +127

    In Italy we have this beautiful word for food coma, it's "abbiocco"

    • @madisun3445
      @madisun3445 5 лет назад +5

      giulia danieli Haha, I love that. Makes it seem a little more graceful

    • @nathanieldrew
      @nathanieldrew  5 лет назад +21

      I'll add it to the list of words I'm learning ;)

    • @usofficialcosmetisc5789
      @usofficialcosmetisc5789 5 лет назад

      HAHAHAHAHHAHWHWHHWHWHQHQH mi sento male io mi abbiocco ogni due per tre

    • @George_Washington_
      @George_Washington_ 5 лет назад +1

      and this is caused by consumption of CARBS no proteins of fats

  • @Lilybet1316
    @Lilybet1316 5 лет назад +114

    I’m not sure if you’re thinner but you definitely seem, and this might sound weird, brighter and less puffy. And this was a great, encouraging, inclusive and informative video. Thank you!

  • @jimsestito8207
    @jimsestito8207 5 лет назад +1161

    I went vegan for 4 year (and counting) here is what happened: Lost 35 pounds... I ran a marathon and 3 ironman triathlons... unlocked my brain from whatever cloud it was in. Met a network of people who care for themselves and our planet. Slightly more alienated at families parties but I was good at that before veganism as well.

    • @madisun3445
      @madisun3445 5 лет назад +16

      Jim Sestito Totally relate. My athletic ability has majorly improved- clarity in many ways. Congrats on 4 years!

    • @paulgoogol2652
      @paulgoogol2652 5 лет назад +3

      never go full soy.

    • @emilyolson5788
      @emilyolson5788 5 лет назад +29

      @Ello someone like that who is allergic to pretty much everything is a huge exception u do realize that right? Most people aren't allergic to everything.

    • @marley7659
      @marley7659 5 лет назад +6

      people dont ever get better. Because if they did they wouldnt be stuck to a restrictive diet. people can still go back to eating meat and be fine. If you get violently ill eating some salad you are not well and need to seek professional medical help to discern what is happening in their gastrointestinal system and immune system.@Ello

    • @angstyplant52
      @angstyplant52 5 лет назад +7

      Veganism made my brain fog worse 🤷🏻‍♀️

  • @potatojam6519
    @potatojam6519 5 лет назад +167

    I know what you mean with the rigid rules. But vegan as a "label" makes it so much easier to make better choices, it takes way less willpower to decide not to eat bacon if you're vegan than if you're just "trying to eat healthier and eat less processed foods". Then you can very easily bend the rules. Good luck with future plant-eating!

    • @amritjanardhanan
      @amritjanardhanan 5 лет назад +1

      I only eat meat, and I’ve found this diet is THE EASIEST to stick to and I’ve tried everything.

    • @potatojam6519
      @potatojam6519 5 лет назад +7

      @@amritjanardhanan Haha "Umm excuse me is there any almond milk in this truffle" "oh! oh sorry I cant eat that im a meatitarian" "its a lifestyle choice" "no im not trying to push my agenda on you"

    • @kahlohy
      @kahlohy 5 лет назад +3

      Totally agree ! That's what I always tell my non-plant-bases friends

    • @FKBUSH1
      @FKBUSH1 5 лет назад +11

      Good point. I agree. Easy to cheat on a "diet". More self discipline when you're "vegan". Who cares if you cheat on your diet. Much harder to cheat on the animals/environment ;) It has helped in my self discipline overall :)

    • @pinhead42
      @pinhead42 5 лет назад +1

      @@potatojam6519 its called carnivore, not meatarian

  • @LittleRockQueen14
    @LittleRockQueen14 4 года назад +296

    Damn, all comments I see are positive. You got a nice community!

    • @leaperrins8373
      @leaperrins8373 4 года назад +2

      He probably deleted all the negative ones! People turn into absolute idiots as soon as the word vegan is mentioned.
      I'm just really glad that veganism is starting to become more normalised especially amongst young people.

    • @ElifNurMuhammad
      @ElifNurMuhammad 4 года назад

      @MARJAN great 😀 I would too, hate negativity

  • @Quagula
    @Quagula 4 года назад +330

    How did you make it through life not knowing how to cook rice

    • @kpacubo.
      @kpacubo. 4 года назад +15

      different people different circumstances

    • @angelika1696
      @angelika1696 4 года назад +3

      Juan Rodriguez I just leaned to cook rice and I’m 25 😅

    • @kittykat8177
      @kittykat8177 4 года назад +4

      hehehe, my lord rinse rice and boil for 10 or few more mins, wth?

    • @naaengmann2117
      @naaengmann2117 4 года назад +1

      Ukr...I thought the same thing....😂😂😂..

    • @onedacangonji7464
      @onedacangonji7464 4 года назад +1

      I'm 23, I dont know how lmao. I dont even eat it

  • @valenne
    @valenne 4 года назад +90

    I was never a fan of meat, I still kept eating it because my whole family eats unhealthy. It will be easy to start a vegan lifestyle!

    • @EMunaBee
      @EMunaBee 4 года назад +3

      Did you start?

    • @everythingstalli
      @everythingstalli 4 года назад +4

      Oh my goodness, same!

    • @amnesia998
      @amnesia998 4 года назад +1

      you can eat meat and still be healthy, newsflash

    • @thelifeofelvis5962
      @thelifeofelvis5962 4 года назад

      @@amnesia998 no, you can't

    • @amnesia998
      @amnesia998 4 года назад

      @@thelifeofelvis5962 enlighten me, smartass

  • @bianchi793
    @bianchi793 5 лет назад +399

    Veganism does effect mental health. Can't express that enough. I was raised on a non vegan diet and was always a C student. I recall always feeling lethargic after class and never could improve my grades no matter how hard I studied. Now after three years of veganism, I'm in medical school and have always been top of the class. Received the highest test scores recorded (to the point where my exams aren't released.) My information retention shocks the hell out of me. 👌🏼👍🏼 I never expressed this because I though it might of sounds a bit far fetched but it's the only change I've implemented into my lifestyle. 🌱

    • @zhaquilljackson2803
      @zhaquilljackson2803 5 лет назад +29

      Lmfao

    • @taotaopai1136
      @taotaopai1136 5 лет назад +2

      Dope! Did you eat a lot of raw vegan food or mostly cooked?

    • @bianchi793
      @bianchi793 5 лет назад +9

      @@taotaopai1136 mostly cooked. Ive been on a whole foods diet for three years but I definitely would like to incorporate more raw foods into my meals.

    • @taotaopai1136
      @taotaopai1136 5 лет назад +4

      Interesting, i always thought yiu would have to eat a lot of raw food to see the benefits of going vegan. Im glad thats not the case. More raw food wouldnt hurt tho lol

    • @gracen4907
      @gracen4907 5 лет назад +2

      Good for you!

  • @pearlvongpusanachai5942
    @pearlvongpusanachai5942 4 года назад +323

    I’m a vegetarian who aspires to be vegan. Happy for you!

    • @alinabaish
      @alinabaish 4 года назад +10

      good luck! you can do it!

    • @pearlvongpusanachai5942
      @pearlvongpusanachai5942 4 года назад +2

      Alina Vasilieva Thank you very much! 💖💕

    • @slavkafegiev3474
      @slavkafegiev3474 4 года назад +12

      You don't need to be vegan . That's just extreme . I see no point in restricting animal products just restricting meat from diet is enough . Sometimes it's healthier for people to stop eating meat but animal products in general are heathy.

    • @pearlvongpusanachai5942
      @pearlvongpusanachai5942 4 года назад +9

      Slav Kafegiev I agree if you’re looking from the point of view of health. I want to do it cos I think it’s a noble act.

    • @niklas5658
      @niklas5658 4 года назад +25

      Slav Kafegiev There are actually many scientific studies that show that dairy products are in fact unhealthy.

  • @dela_ruthh
    @dela_ruthh 5 лет назад +69

    Going vegan for mental clarity isn't selfish at all! Good on you for trying something new to achieve your best self! You are very insightful + self-aware and I love the energy that you bring to your videos. Had to hit the subscribe button because your content is so refreshing!

  • @stevencast2596
    @stevencast2596 4 года назад +35

    I started off being vegetarian when i was 19. started being vegan at age 24 I'm 29 now. at first I thought I would crave cheese my whole life... after about a year, I don't care about it at all. and being vegan nearly 6 years I don't miss any animal based food. I love being on a plant based diet.

  • @hildawheeler2598
    @hildawheeler2598 5 лет назад +64

    Good for you. Your approach is nonjudgmental and so real. So many people shame me for feeding my kids this way but I’m so careful and am constantly educating myself to keep my family healthy. I think every diet you follow should be researched and tracked for optional health.
    Just my humble opinion. ❤️

    • @Y0nex
      @Y0nex 5 лет назад

      :D

  • @footballmint
    @footballmint 5 лет назад +164

    Hey dude, on behalf of non-raw vegans, please do not go raw. It is just not healthy and those that go raw are usually the ones that have to quit veganism because of health issues.

    • @malachipadilla2723
      @malachipadilla2723 5 лет назад +5

      James Ingham raw veganism is perfectly fine if you have the time and resources to cook and prepare meals- in fact it’s a lot healthier. The possible reason for your belief that it is harmful is simply because it requires a considerably larger amount of effort to be a sustainable diet; thus making it discouraging, not unhealthy.

    • @EugeniaAlbano
      @EugeniaAlbano 5 лет назад +22

      Raw is unnecessarily restrictive and expensive and worse for the environment.
      It's important to eat raw fruit and veggies, but it doesn't need to be the only thing you eat.

    • @amritjanardhanan
      @amritjanardhanan 5 лет назад +16

      Malachi Padilla If healthy means shitting eight times a day, having hyperinsulinemia, hyperglucoma, and severe vitamin deficiencies from all those anti nutrients your eating.

    • @footballmint
      @footballmint 5 лет назад +1

      @@malachipadilla2723 right, list a healthy raw diet for one day now. You just cannot get the carbohydrates or protein you need to survive. Also "cook" lmaooooo.

    • @footballmint
      @footballmint 5 лет назад +1

      @@malachipadilla2723 it's just unnecessary, unhealthy and wasteful

  • @vernizzle_1714
    @vernizzle_1714 5 лет назад +123

    okay now... despite I primarily clicked on this video, because I'm vegan and support anybody who decides to go vegan too, I just want to say that your editing style is soooo aesthetic, like ...😳 damn this was just so good, you are really talented!!

    • @AnotherEmptyDream
      @AnotherEmptyDream 5 лет назад +3

      @The V word oh sure the best way not to kill and rape animals is to kill and rape animals right 👍
      Living animals eat food. We plant plants, feed them to the animals and eat the animals. In this process a lot of energy is "wasted" due to the upkeep of the animals. It is more environmentally conscious to directly consume the plants directly.
      And it is not necessary at all to consume animal products. The only, and the only thing is B12 which is supplemented for animals. Animals do not magically produce B12, it is supplemented for them. Therefore vegans just do the same thing when they supplement it, without making and extra step through the animal.
      Considering the argument of of buying local, it isn't sustainable if you take a look at our current meat consumption in the world. It just isn't the case and most people don't buy from local farms.

    • @lilithstorm7026
      @lilithstorm7026 5 лет назад

      Are you an activist? 😊

  • @Nitiiii11
    @Nitiiii11 4 года назад +135

    Going vegan was the best decision I've made in my life.

  • @benjman8369
    @benjman8369 5 лет назад +1619

    Go vegan but DO NOT EAT A RAW DIET! COOK YOUR DAMN FOOD

    • @maximilianraphael9853
      @maximilianraphael9853 5 лет назад +79

      eating raw vegetables is much better than cooked

    • @benjman8369
      @benjman8369 5 лет назад +88

      @@maximilianraphael9853 Not exclusively for health. Do some more research on it, there's plenty of data explaining why it's a bad idea to never cook your food. A great channel that talks about it if you just wanna listen and not read is Mic the Vegan

    • @bettysc1225
      @bettysc1225 5 лет назад +144

      Some foods are healthier raw some others don't, however first of all...clean the f vegetables 😂

    • @Birb916
      @Birb916 5 лет назад +83

      The whole reason human societies have continued to heat their food is that there are tons of useful nutrients in your food that you can't process without heating it first. Raw veganism is absurd.

    • @MrMultiMediat0r
      @MrMultiMediat0r 5 лет назад +64

      Best diet is a combination of cooked and raw. Cooking makes certain nutrients bioavailable that otherwise wouldn't be. But it also can destroy some nutrients that raw veggies contain. Too many dietary zealots out there taking sides (the whole reason vegans are widely hated in the first place) when both sides have valid arguments. I like to lightly cook my food. Makes me feel like I'm getting the best of both worlds, although that may be wrong. Always stay open to change

  • @MikeShake
    @MikeShake 5 лет назад +34

    As a fellow creator I don't watch RUclips a lot, but I'm always happy to invest my time watching your videos, great valuable content!

    • @Kingzzzyyy
      @Kingzzzyyy 5 лет назад +1

      I saw you comment before on his videos and I must say to you that I'm always happy to invest my time in watching your videos, great RANDOM content MilkShake!

    • @MikeShake
      @MikeShake 5 лет назад +1

      @@Kingzzzyyy Yes I did it, Nathaniel is probably one of my favorite creator right now. Btw thank you so much, I really appreciate it!

  • @ashdudzinski2458
    @ashdudzinski2458 5 лет назад +236

    As a vegan, thank you. For your dedication and shedding a positive light on veganism. It really is a powerful impact on the overall well being of humans, and the environment.

    • @brittvdb8739
      @brittvdb8739 5 лет назад +10

      @The V word I feel sorry for you

    • @davidthemax2942
      @davidthemax2942 5 лет назад +5

      @The V word You're pushing a rant about this making no logical sense at all. If you're so pumped about how vegans kill so many animals with their lifestyle then just go ahead and live a lifestyle that doesn't i.e. eat ground dirt and stones, or starve, with your level of politeness I don't think people are going to care about your rant or your diet. You're worse than religious homophobe propaganda, and more annoying.

    • @anonhgj1422
      @anonhgj1422 5 лет назад

      @@brittvdb8739 that's not an argument, it seems like you don't know how to answer to that

    • @brittvdb8739
      @brittvdb8739 5 лет назад

      @@anonhgj1422 I wasn't trying to argue? Obviously? Or else I would have answered differently?

    • @thebookwaswaybetter2827
      @thebookwaswaybetter2827 5 лет назад

      Ash Dudzinski gay

  • @Renee.11li
    @Renee.11li 4 года назад +31

    I am also vegan and doing it with my sister I have never had meat ever in my life before when I was born I was vegetarian and now we decided to go vegan!

    • @judyfrohlich1659
      @judyfrohlich1659 4 года назад +1

      Keep going !!! I started to be a vegetarian at 18 and 28 years later I became a vegan.. now for 20 years. My 3 siblings see how healthy I am and are trying to switch over now.

  • @gwynneio
    @gwynneio 5 лет назад +18

    Hey hey! A few things you might want to keep an eye on from a nutritional standpoint moving forward as a plant based guy (also omnivorous people should look out too): B12 (get from fortified plant milk, fortified nutritional yeast, or suppliments) and omega 3 (flax, hemp, chia, pumpkin, or black seed, walnuts). Hope this low-animal-product plan keeps treating you well.

  • @brandonbux
    @brandonbux 5 лет назад +49

    2 years vegan and I love the experience. There’s no reason to turn back now. Btw, you look great! And confident.

    • @lilithstorm7026
      @lilithstorm7026 5 лет назад

      Are you an activist? 😊

    • @thorstenrumpf1312
      @thorstenrumpf1312 5 лет назад +3

      @The V word how many false statement anti vegan bullshit you post all day Jesus get a job

  • @CheapLazyVegan
    @CheapLazyVegan 5 лет назад +48

    I loved this so much!!! Sounds like you had an overall positive experience and a healthy approach to begin with. Hope you continue to explore with tons of vegan dishes ❤️ subscribed!!

  • @mariawelling4194
    @mariawelling4194 4 года назад +36

    He's adorable! Love his outlook on life and his laughter..sweet!

  • @consciousnobody
    @consciousnobody 5 лет назад +193

    Go freaking vegan for life bruh. You are an amazing soul - and I am sure you can do it. Love your videos and this one a good take on veganism.
    Vegan Hugs and Love,
    Sagar Tandon

    • @nisargab19
      @nisargab19 5 лет назад +1

      Hey bro...how long have u been vegan?

    • @consciousnobody
      @consciousnobody 5 лет назад +7

      4 years 5 months

    • @nisargab19
      @nisargab19 5 лет назад +1

      @@consciousnobody grt...i have been for 4yrs...how is the experience so far? Did u lose any weight?

  • @slavomirlazarov2229
    @slavomirlazarov2229 5 лет назад +34

    Cool video. You have a unique style of delivering content. I personally went vegan 4 years ago and never regret it.
    Tip 1
    Make sure to eat larger volume of food. Plant-based diet has less caloric density.
    You can easily lose weight that way.
    Tip 2
    If you have cravings for meat you can try chicken flavourate tofu(you can make one yourself). Also buckwheat burger with meat spices is an easy home-made meat replacing meal.

    • @0000asdfasdf0000
      @0000asdfasdf0000 5 лет назад

      I must be the only 100% plant-based diet and vegan out there who still cannot lose weight on a vegan diet. Well losing weight so slowly.....!!!! I went vegan for the animals! Health, planet and other humans! Sigh yes even other humans deserve compassion even if they attack and swear at us for being vegan even when I try to hide it!

    • @SullenAngel
      @SullenAngel 5 лет назад +2

      @@0000asdfasdf0000 hey, you're not the only one, Lol! I went from 265 lb. to 190 lbs. after going vegan for 3 years but I still need to lose another 40-50 lb. I'm still a fat vegan, just not as fat as I was when I ate animals. I don't eat as healthy as I should though, I love bread and vegan junk food. Trying to cut those out as well as cutting out added oils and vegan sugar.

    • @0000asdfasdf0000
      @0000asdfasdf0000 5 лет назад +1

      Sullen Angel wow! That is awesome!! I’m glad you went vegan for the animals. This usually means you’ll figure out proper diet & nutrition and are likely to stay vegan for life! This is beautiful! Thank you. I lost 10lbs, gained some serious muscle .... for the first time in my life on a vegan plant based diet! Go figure!

    • @0000asdfasdf0000
      @0000asdfasdf0000 5 лет назад +2

      Sullen Angel heheheh. There’s only one kind of vegan as far as I know! A kind and compassionate one!

  • @mldykes19
    @mldykes19 4 года назад +20

    Just starting out. 3 weeks in. Love it so far. I feel like I’m investing in my health.

    • @halcyon-cg2eb
      @halcyon-cg2eb 4 года назад +3

      That's because you are! ; )

    • @Johny40Se7en
      @Johny40Se7en 4 года назад +1

      Awesome, well done to you. It means you're not giving your money to this too -
      ruclips.net/user/results?search_query=joey+carbstrong+februscary

    • @judyfrohlich1659
      @judyfrohlich1659 4 года назад +1

      Yes many people complain that it costs too much but I tell them it's a lot cheaper than heart surgery.

  • @Hanna4645
    @Hanna4645 5 лет назад +56

    i've been vegan for over 2 years, starting as a poor student it was difficult at first but i had so much energy i kept going. I'm never going back

    • @drewloconte5271
      @drewloconte5271 5 лет назад +1

      I feel you. My rent consumes 65% of my income. Trying to go vegan is challenging. With consistancy, I will succeed!

    • @sierramarie8059
      @sierramarie8059 5 лет назад +1

      thats so interesting because I found that when I changed my diet to vegan I saved SO much damn money!

    • @lilithstorm7026
      @lilithstorm7026 5 лет назад

      Are you an activist? 😊

  • @am_I_or_am_I_not
    @am_I_or_am_I_not 5 лет назад +453

    Vegan for two years now! Never going back!

  • @KyleKranz
    @KyleKranz 4 года назад +10

    Love this, thank you for sharing! As a plant-based running coach with a degree in nutrition, I loved seeing you share this :)
    What you said about your continued diet is fantastic - for a long time I was vegan inside the house and when we went out to a restaurant, birthday party, etc we were vegetarian. I grew up on a dairy farm and am primarily an ethical vegan so have not had any meat since ~2006 or so and have more recently been full vegan and very happy, and that's #1, be happy :)

  • @couch_philosoph3325
    @couch_philosoph3325 5 лет назад +26

    I have not eaten meat for a decade and have always been really low on animal products (im swiss and being a teenager on the country side just didnt allowed me to be completely vegan because even salad dressings have dairy in them). At home i follow a complete vegan lifestyle and most of the time also when going out (there has been an increase of vegan options). I think its way better to be vegan most of the times and allow for adjustment, than being vegan for one year, making a mistake and then going back to eating meat everyday again :)
    Even people who dont want to be vegan or vegetarian can contribute a lot. If you limit your meat consumption to just once a week and invest in better quality meat, you help fight mass production of cheap and mistreated animals and its better for the environment

    • @Killzone626
      @Killzone626 5 лет назад +5

      On a purely statistical level, that would be the best solution for the majority of the people because not everyone will go all or nothing for all kinds of reasons. So yeah people just should give it a shot instead of judging themselves too harshly because they didn't execute perfectly and quit forever.

    • @couch_philosoph3325
      @couch_philosoph3325 5 лет назад +1

      @@Killzone626 exactly ^^. And there is a huge difference between eating meat once a week or every other meal. I try to tell people who like animal products to try to eat them when they really taste them (like fry the eggs and enjoy them, but try baking a vegan cake, because all the eggs and milk really dont do anything special and are easy to replace)

    • @lilithstorm7026
      @lilithstorm7026 5 лет назад

      I agree with that, however with the state that the planet is currently in, we don't have time for people to slowly reduce their consumption of these products, going vegan is the single biggest thing anyone can do to reduce having a negative impact on the environment.
      Also, even if an animal is raised well, is there a nice way to kill someone who doesn't want to die?

    • @couch_philosoph3325
      @couch_philosoph3325 5 лет назад

      @@lilithstorm7026 as i said, i have not eaten meat for a decade. I know why people do this. But people wont change overnight. Heck, the meat industry is still growing. We wont change people by trying to push them towards veganism. Believe me; in my 10 years of being the only vegetarian in my family amd friends i know this

    • @lilithstorm7026
      @lilithstorm7026 5 лет назад

      @@couch_philosoph3325 That's great that you haven't eaten animal flesh in so long. I wish I had made that decision much sooner.
      I wouldn't say I "push" people towards veganism, but instead ask them questions to get them thinking with the hope that they will eventually come to their own ethical conclusion. Questions such as "Do you think it's normal that adult humans drink another species breast milk?" Or "Can you humanely slaughter someone who doesn't want to die" When I do this in person, it's normally because they started the conversation, not me, however I also do outreach based activism and have gotten many strangers to strongly consider going vegan as well as my closest friends. I've also got my parents to both go vegan and they're so much healthier for it.
      The reason I do this is because about two years ago I went on a whole foods plant based diet for health reasons and it improved my health so dramatically, I'm now mentally and physically so much better than I used to be and I want other people to know that this can seriously change their lives for the better. The other reason is that before going plant based, I did not care about what happened to animals in farms at all, I wouldn't allow myself to think much about it, but since I stopped consuming dead flesh and the secretions of animals who had been through hell, as well as all the antibiotics, pus, blood, faeces and so on, I began to become way more conscious of the animals and the planet. Consuming these things was holding me back from becoming aware of the truth and I think that's the same with most people.
      Here in the UK so many people are waking up and going vegan every single day.

  • @jvldz90
    @jvldz90 5 лет назад +606

    Starting with being vegetarian🥑🍳🧀🥦. I might go vegan if it works out.

    • @cloudanimal5209
      @cloudanimal5209 5 лет назад +26

      Juan Valdez that’s a great strategy! Also very good for the planet

    • @6gina07
      @6gina07 5 лет назад +26

      Yeah, i did it 6 months ago and now i slowly stops eating eggs, milk and everything from animals. One thing a week so it is easy for me

    • @ktbrunner1862
      @ktbrunner1862 5 лет назад +22

      Yay!! Vegetarianism is a great stepping stone to vegan/plant based. Hope it works out! May I recommend some RUclips channels: Mik the Vegan, Nutrition Facts, and Thriving on Plants

    • @ourtwistedkitchen8315
      @ourtwistedkitchen8315 5 лет назад +6

      Happy to hear that you're making some positive changes in your life & your future! Just wanted to stop by and mention that when you find yourself looking for vegan recipes, we have plenty of videos that show how easy it can be to transition to veganism. Let us know if there's anything we can do to help!

    • @noone-jw7nd
      @noone-jw7nd 5 лет назад +8

      I was vegetarian for 15 years before going vegan! ❤️

  • @m.j.golden4522
    @m.j.golden4522 4 года назад +218

    "If a man aspires towards a righteous life, his first act of abstinence is from injury to animals." - Albert Einstein

    • @kevinthehouse2445
      @kevinthehouse2445 4 года назад +7

      Yeah he was a meat eater

    • @chrisobber5604
      @chrisobber5604 4 года назад +6

      I guess basically any bs-quote out there is from "Einstein"...

    • @lovepilie
      @lovepilie 4 года назад +1

      Well Hitler was famous for being vegetarian so... maybe... dont judge a man on his diet?? Just sayin' XD

    • @lovepilie
      @lovepilie 4 года назад

      ​@Old Blood If you think that's how IQ works, maybe you should check yourself first my dear?

    • @thereccher8746
      @thereccher8746 4 года назад

      Can we please stop misquoting historical figures already please?

  • @troy_roy
    @troy_roy 4 года назад +8

    I've been on a "minimal meat a lot of plants" routine now for a while so this is very helpful taking me to the next phase. Thanks!

  • @secretname2953
    @secretname2953 5 лет назад +335

    Germany's McDonald's just launched a vegan burger today :)

    • @73er
      @73er 5 лет назад +7

      Schade nur, dass da Nestlé im Spiel ist. Ich würde ihn dennoch probieren, wenn ich mal dort bin. Das passiert jedoch sehr selten und das letzte mal ist auch schon ein Jahr her 😅

    • @ViviSchr
      @ViviSchr 5 лет назад +1

      Dana Evans Quelle? Würd mich interessieren was dazu zu lesen :) dankö

    • @73er
      @73er 5 лет назад +4

      @@ViviSchr Es ist ja kein Geheimnis, dass das "incredible" Patty von Garden Gourmet, welches das Patty auf dem veganen Burger ist, zu Nestlé gehört. Das kann man auch ganz leicht recherchieren :)
      Hier ist trotzdem noch eine Quelle:
      www.ekitchen.de/kuechengeraete/kuechenmaschine/news/big-vegan-ts-burger-mcdonalds-test-veganburger-703519.html
      Weiter unten im Beitrag wird es erwähnt :)

    • @hello7646
      @hello7646 5 лет назад +8

      nice! but it stills being shit food

    • @TimeIdle
      @TimeIdle 5 лет назад +4

      Vegan "burger" is shit food. All processed crap!

  • @thorchlight
    @thorchlight 5 лет назад +51

    I'm glad you had an awesome experience and are open minded. Keep up the good work - your videos inspire me a lot.

  • @monicayami2298
    @monicayami2298 5 лет назад +197

    Veganism is life changing! One year and I've never felt so happy ☺☺

    • @lilithstorm7026
      @lilithstorm7026 5 лет назад +4

      Same, both mentally and physically! Have you considered getting involved in some activism?

    • @Katie-br2jh
      @Katie-br2jh 5 лет назад

      Sameeeee

    • @lilithstorm7026
      @lilithstorm7026 5 лет назад

      @roses are death That's very true. If you know that animal farming is the number one thing destroying the earth, why do you still eat animal products?

    • @lilithstorm7026
      @lilithstorm7026 5 лет назад

      @roses are death Sorry for the late reply, it's great that you're making an effort to try and eat more plant based foods. I went vegan when I was 17 (I'm now 19) and it was difficult to convince my parents at first, but incredibly they've now gone vegan as well and after discovering that I enjoy cooking, I now cook most of the food at home which they love. Myself and both of my parents are now far healthier both physically and mentally, my mum and I also lost loads of excess weight.
      Unfortunately some parents are more difficult to convince but there's a few things you can do to help convince them to at least let you be vegan. The most important thing is to educate yourself, watch What the health on Netflix to learn about the health side of being vegan. We can get absolutely all the nutrients we need from plant based foods. And in fact animal products can cause serious health problems.
      Watch Conspiracy on Netflix or RUclips to learn about how animal agriculture is the number one thing destroying the planet. If you can get your parents to watch these documentaries with you that's even better.
      And if you can handle seeing some graphic footage, I'd suggest watching Dominon to learn the truth about what really happens to the animals.
      I'd highly recommend checking out these short videos that go through all the excuses against going vegan and how to respond to them: ruclips.net/video/7mjVwVDDI8E/видео.html

  • @themoonster5682
    @themoonster5682 4 года назад +6

    I'm 59 and vegan for 18 months primarily for ethical reasons.
    The downside is limited choice when out with friends but it's a commitment you have to want to take.

    • @judyfrohlich1659
      @judyfrohlich1659 4 года назад +1

      But it is a wonderful commitment and a good example to others.

  • @luismabou
    @luismabou 5 лет назад +32

    Like is you are vegan🌱.
    Thank You!🙌 For the animals, for our health and for the enviroment.

    • @amritjanardhanan
      @amritjanardhanan 5 лет назад

      Luismabou I’m a carnivore. Fuck animals. I feel amazing.

    • @IEEteammateMATT1
      @IEEteammateMATT1 5 лет назад

      Bubby Flippu at least respect the animal you’re eating. Feel grateful that that their life ended so you can get stronger. Im on raw primal so I ain’t no vegan

  • @giovannihernandez3208
    @giovannihernandez3208 5 лет назад +7

    It is very easy being vegan in Mexico City, almost any street food has plant based alternatives, for example tlacoyos or quesadillas can be stuffed with pumpkin flower, mushrooms, huitlacoche (mexican mushroom), rajas (chilli), beans, cactus, etc.

    • @melissadavis4981
      @melissadavis4981 5 лет назад

      Whaaaaaat is pumpkin flower? I need to look into this comment so much lol

    • @giovannihernandez3208
      @giovannihernandez3208 5 лет назад +1

      @@melissadavis4981 in spanish you can look for "flor de calabaza" en Google. I dont know if there is a translation to english.

    • @1004186
      @1004186 5 лет назад +1

      Quesadillas without the cheese? Possibly with vegan cheese...

    • @giovannihernandez3208
      @giovannihernandez3208 5 лет назад +1

      @@1004186 hahaha sure that's a great example of the huge pool of vegetarian and vegan alternatives this city has organically.

    • @melissadavis4981
      @melissadavis4981 5 лет назад

      @@giovannihernandez3208 thank uuuu

  • @saumya9331
    @saumya9331 5 лет назад +93

    I'm vegetarian but dairy is a major part of my life. I think I'll start my 30days tomorrow.

    • @demolitionist42
      @demolitionist42 5 лет назад +43

      Dairy products are very addictive and the industry is very cruel if not more cruel than the meat industry

    • @NejisMate
      @NejisMate 5 лет назад +19

      It's not as hard as it looks! I had the biggest cheese addiction, but from one day to the next I decided to cut them out, and I've never looked back! When I learnt more about the dairy industry, I didn't really want to go back to eating dairy, even if I loved cheese. Good luck!

    • @Cankerbloossom
      @Cankerbloossom 5 лет назад +5

      I feel you! There are a lot of dairy alternatives that taste just as good even without casomorphin

    • @saumya9331
      @saumya9331 5 лет назад +2

      My mum wholeheartedly believes milk will make my bones "stronger" so she kinda forces me to drink it everyday and gets mad when I say anything otherwise 👏🤦

    • @iavocantdo7731
      @iavocantdo7731 5 лет назад +4

      You’ve got this!

  • @johnnyrbattaglio6943
    @johnnyrbattaglio6943 4 года назад +136

    Vegetarian for almost 50 years and I don’t feel like I’m missing out on anything 👍

    • @geoloviriot6423
      @geoloviriot6423 4 года назад +4

      Yes because you are VEGETARIAN, and that’s the right diet...vegan can be used for a month or 40 days,but not more...I’ve been a vegetarian for 14 years,my mind is clear,need my goat yogurt at night to sleep like a baby,.....

    • @gulshanchaurasia2233
      @gulshanchaurasia2233 4 года назад +5

      vegetarian since birth for 28 years now, and will stay vegetarian for life!!!

    • @alkasoli4002
      @alkasoli4002 4 года назад +5

      Vegetarianism is different from veganism

    • @Johny40Se7en
      @Johny40Se7en 4 года назад +3

      Vegetarians still consume stuff which comes from this though 👇
      ruclips.net/video/UcN7SGGoCNI/видео.html

    • @ashley-sv4lo
      @ashley-sv4lo 3 года назад +1

      I’ve been vegetarian for a month and I don’t miss meat. And 50 years is absolutely insane!!!!! Thank u for helping animals, the environment, and yourself :)

  • @kaylee617
    @kaylee617 5 лет назад +30

    I've also head better mental clarity since giving up animal products, especially dairy.

  • @demispano
    @demispano 5 лет назад +25

    What a lovely person! And that place looks really nice! Great video, congrats ❤️

  • @edoardocarrera6231
    @edoardocarrera6231 5 лет назад +54

    Man, are you the new Matt D'Avella? Nice content by the way, keep it up!

    • @Nour-ey5le
      @Nour-ey5le 5 лет назад +1

      Edoardo Carrera i thought it was him before clicking LOL & they look alike too with the glasses, beard & muscles 😹

  • @Conshisthot
    @Conshisthot 5 лет назад +544

    Just whatever you do, do not go all Raw or juice fast, or else you will become “ex-vegan” 🤣🤣🤣

    • @kadyr8935
      @kadyr8935 5 лет назад +16

      Can't forget to drink his own urine.

    • @ericarajala8075
      @ericarajala8075 5 лет назад

      @@kadyr8935 🤣

    • @travv88
      @travv88 5 лет назад +3

      @Ser Jorah Mormont Oats are terrible for you, legumes are terrible for you, roasted nuts are terrible for you. Full of anti-nutrients. You should eat a diet of meat, diary, eggs, fruits, herbs and some vegetables.

    • @nab.7250
      @nab.7250 5 лет назад +1

      No such thing as ex-Vegan

    • @LustyyOG
      @LustyyOG 5 лет назад +6

      @@travv88 everything you said is wrong

  • @traceen.goodman8774
    @traceen.goodman8774 4 года назад +21

    In my part of the woods, we would call the "brain fog" from a food coma "the Itis" I have been a non-dairy vegetarian for 2 years and the first thing that I noticed was mental clarity, weight control and energy. Giving up meat was probably one of the best decisions of my life

    • @lowkey.x5855
      @lowkey.x5855 3 года назад

      Hey Tracee, if you want, a term you could use is "ovo-vegetarian" :)

  • @baileyspencer5292
    @baileyspencer5292 5 лет назад +37

    I can definitely see a change in your face!! Thanks for trying veganism I'm glad you had a good experience!!

  • @bletwort2920
    @bletwort2920 5 лет назад +27

    I live in India and it boggled my mind when I learnt that there are people in foreign countries who eat meat as a staple food in their diet. Growing up I saw meat as something some people eat sometimes for some reason.

    • @anushribhende1086
      @anushribhende1086 4 года назад

      Same! I hear all this talk about how difficult it is to find dishes that you normally eat free from daily and meat but (as an Indian) if I think about it at least 80% of our usual food is vegan or could be vegan if we just replace the ghee, that we use in a lot of dishes, with oil. I really this that a lot of people who are/want to be vegan should look into Indian recipes

    • @kpacubo.
      @kpacubo. 4 года назад

      wow this is interesting

  • @emilia1650
    @emilia1650 4 года назад +1

    I was vegan for a few years. I got gradually worse and after a few years I got brain fog, extreme adrenal fatigue, exhaustion, sunken eyes due to collagen storages being used up, demineralized see-through teeth and cavities, inflamed gums, inflammation in head/ear area. My cognitive health declined with the brain fog and it was more difficult for me to express myself, low blood pressure, feeling cold all the time, pale yellowish greyish skin tone. I listened to similar experiences from exvegans who got better once they started to consume animal foods again. Now I eat a lot of meat, raw milk, raw eggs and I got better, I can finally think clearly without brain fog, I have finally the strength again to do things in my life which I missed so much for the last years. This week was the first time in a long time that I was able to stand up from bed without feeling like fainting and I even had energy in the morning. My face also slowly gets fuller again and more youthful. Before it was emaciated thin, with visible lack of collagen. Everyone has different vitamin stores and a different health background, thatswhy some people hold out on veganism a few years less or more. We need fat soluble vitamins from animal foods for our bodies and especially for our brains. I encourage everyone to listen to both sides of the story, that means to ex vegans as well and listen to what they have to say, to their health problems while being on veganism. Don't wait until your health falls apart. I'm still recovering from veganism.

  • @kamihanks7454
    @kamihanks7454 5 лет назад +302

    i'm a vegan but i still eat honey!
    eating honey ( LOCALLY ) supports bee keepers and bees!

    • @iRollWithPunches
      @iRollWithPunches 5 лет назад +40

      the queen bee is forcibly impregnated in most cases to get the hive to produce honey, a lot like mother cows in the dairy industry.

    • @JW-qj3se
      @JW-qj3se 5 лет назад +9

      Mason Moore proof

    • @applegal3058
      @applegal3058 5 лет назад +35

      Local honey and local eggs are only available for sale during the summer months here, so I doubt anyone is forcing them to produce, or it would be year round. The downside is the higher price, but they taste so much better!

    • @happygimp0
      @happygimp0 5 лет назад +41

      @Mason Moore
      "the queen bee is forcibly impregnated"
      That is false, only very few beekeeper do that.
      Most honey producers in Germany are amateurs, i do not know how it is in other countrys.
      Do you also avoid almonds? They use and transport bees for 100s of kilometers, worse than most beekeeper that produce honey.

    • @simonwauthier2550
      @simonwauthier2550 5 лет назад +46

      I'm a vegan but I still eat meat and dairy and eggs and honey.
      You're not vegan.

  • @taylorleeanneking
    @taylorleeanneking 5 лет назад +9

    Dude this video was a 14/10. Your channel is my new binge. Amazing content. Extremely concise story telling. Thank you for the killer content.

  • @ineedafriend5738
    @ineedafriend5738 5 лет назад +63

    Been vegan for a month. I have no regrets. It’s the best descion of my life and I’m 100 percent never going back. If you want to go vegan don’t doubt yourself! It may seem hard but it’s honestly not too hard once you’ve got the hang of it! 😁😄

    • @ourtwistedkitchen8315
      @ourtwistedkitchen8315 5 лет назад

      If you ever get stumped on vegan recipes, or just need a friend 😉, we have plenty of videos for you to check out that could help you make easy vegan meals!

  • @evedotcom
    @evedotcom 4 года назад +5

    Vegan of 6+ years and I enjoyed this video :) Appreciate your honest, unbiased take. I feel if you watched Earthlings you may have a different perspective though. Intrigued to know how your diet has progressed over the last year and a half.

  • @Silzaress
    @Silzaress 5 лет назад +80

    Good on you, mate! Just don't stop educating yourself more on the subject. There are so many interesting things to learn about veganism. Just always keep an open mind.
    If I may suggest some documentaries to watch:
    What the health on Netflix (health side)
    Cowspiracy on Netflix (environmental side)
    101 reasons to go vegan on YT (ethics)
    Stay safe! :)

  • @boombaoppaya_6607
    @boombaoppaya_6607 5 лет назад +433

    You definitely look brighter, buffer and sharper after the vegan diet. I'm considering a vegan diet now because of you...

    • @indiepunkftw
      @indiepunkftw 5 лет назад +12

      buffer? no

    • @Ruth-tl4bq
      @Ruth-tl4bq 5 лет назад +12

      You should try it , you won't regret it(I'm 4 years in)

    • @MrJSheppy16
      @MrJSheppy16 5 лет назад +5

      Consider a Vegan lifestyle. The diet is "plant based", which is also a positive step. It is critical to understand the differentiation though. The gentleman in the video is plant-based.
      I commend him for his actions and hope he gradually sees the benefits of a vegan lifestyle in the future.

    • @gracen4907
      @gracen4907 5 лет назад +1

      You should totally! 6 months in. :)

    • @bdafaholmes
      @bdafaholmes 5 лет назад +3

      Wrong he looks skinny and healthy and pale he looks sickly. I suspect there are a lot of eating disorders amongst vegans based on your comments and how you think he looks

  • @EdgarsDrusts
    @EdgarsDrusts 5 лет назад +52

    Honey is just sugar, no use to have it in your diet. Try tofu scramble, no need for eggs as well.

    • @IEEteammateMATT1
      @IEEteammateMATT1 5 лет назад +2

      Edgars Drusts raw honey is good for you. Pasteurized honey is pure sugar

    • @2ugly868
      @2ugly868 5 лет назад +2

      "Honey is just sugar" my God you are dumb...

  • @georgewilson7808
    @georgewilson7808 2 месяца назад +1

    I suffered from metabolic syndrome (obesity, high cholesterol, high triglycerides, and high blood sugar). I went whole food plant based no sugar oil or salt and I lost 65 pounds, all my conditions greatly improved, my gums stopped bleeding, and erections and energy returned. I used to have an appetite that was never satisfied; whole foods cured it. I no longer use a sleep apnea machine. Finally, the food is cheap-Beans, lentils, rice, potatoes and seasonal apples. Also, I save money by not having to buy pills or visit the Doctor. I am thankful to all the vegans who suffered attacks to reveal the truth to me.

  • @Blucamels
    @Blucamels 5 лет назад +72

    Simnett nutrition, is a good channel to watch, best wishes. Being vegan is more than a diet, but I guess you have already discovered that.

  • @julieann128
    @julieann128 5 лет назад +7

    You look brighter, lighter and more alive! Thanks for sharing your experience in taking the plunge.

  • @AnaAvr
    @AnaAvr 5 лет назад +13

    You definitely leaned out! It's very noticeable. The best thing that comes from a vegan lifestyle is the way you feel, being followed by many other benefits. It's like opening up to the world.

    • @AnaAvr
      @AnaAvr 5 лет назад

      @The V word
      Dear are you well? If that's your experience, well, I respect it. However, your path is not everyone's path.

  • @evelynbaron2004
    @evelynbaron2004 4 года назад +2

    Vegan for 5 yrs now; I had a smooth transition because my diet comprised mostly veg anyway and I wasn't eating much processed food, but fibre intake definitely went up and like you, initially there was a learning curve but I can definitely say that brain fog lifted almost immediately also blood sugar fluctuations, which was great. If you live in a lot of countries in Europe, say Italy e.g. people go to the market almost daily; we're not used to that here with supermarkets everywhere and very few farmer's markets. I shop 1x a week, have my pantry staples figured out, do batch cooking which means I really don't spend much time preparing meals the rest of the time, although I'm a born foodie and love checking out recipes and sometimes replicating things I ate as a kid in a vegan version -- my family is mediterrainan (never could spell that word) and middle European originally so I missed stuffed peppers and greek stuff and Serbian bean soup and goulash and tzatziki and guess what? So easy to veganise them. I don't go nuts over food restrictions but not that interested in mock meats etc anyway. By contrast, my sis was ethically vegan but found a real problem with legumes so she's reverted to a mostly plant-based diet but does get her protein from meat these days -- 80/20 better than nothing; we're all on our own path and everything counts. Good for you!!!!!

  • @vaja5357
    @vaja5357 5 лет назад +400

    it's real, dairy makes your face puffy.

    • @LawlyNawb
      @LawlyNawb 5 лет назад +19

      Pasteurized dairy does. Raw dairy is one of the most important foods.

    • @charleslammers9565
      @charleslammers9565 5 лет назад +2

      Well I had better continue consuming dairy then because when I lay off of it I tend to look rather gaunt. I burn up calories rather fast though for an old man.

    • @brooklyn560
      @brooklyn560 4 года назад +2

      @@LawlyNawb for who?

    • @AidenMorton
      @AidenMorton 4 года назад +12

      @@brooklyn560 baby cows 👍👍👍

    • @PassionPno
      @PassionPno 4 года назад +1

      My face is never puffy regardless of what I eat.

  • @pedrolopez3830
    @pedrolopez3830 5 лет назад +8

    Food coma is normally induce for 2 causes. The first is food quantity but the second has nothing to do with animal food, it is processed carbs that make that effect on the body, Becouse your digestive system has to use a lot of energy to process that. So veganism do not solv food come, if you still consume a lot of process carbs. Good video, keep it up.

  • @evolvewithus1755
    @evolvewithus1755 2 года назад

    Who’s still here 2 years later?? This type of video is the open exploration that we need as people! Thanks you for sharing ❤️🙏 peace and much love

  • @Bshell1502
    @Bshell1502 5 лет назад +5

    I love how open minded you are. Is so refreshing! I feel like you did this in a good way and showed a lot of respect to everyone!