Very well done. I know that I will enjoy the other episodes. I am just a little distracted by the sound of the room. A better mic method would improve this.
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful feedback! 😊 We’re thrilled to hear you’re enjoying the series and plan to watch the other episodes. Your note about the audio is greatly appreciated-we’re always looking for ways to improve, and better mic methods are definitely something we’ll work on for future content. Thanks for watching and sharing your insights! ❤️
Thank you for mentioning The Big Fat Surprise! 📖 It’s an excellent resource that dives into the history of how views on meat and fat have evolved over time. If you're interested in learning more about the benefits of well-raised meat and how it supports both human health and the environment, we also recommend exploring Wild Pastures: wildpastures.com/promos/save-20-for-life/bonus15?oid=6&affid=496. Thanks for engaging in this important conversation! ❤️
Thank you for sharing! 💚 Carnivore Cure is definitely a fantastic resource for diving into the truths about meat and its role in a healthy diet. We love that more people are exploring this topic thoughtfully. If you haven’t already, check out Episode 4 of the series-it dives into similar themes and offers practical insights! 😊
The Jungle is definitely a powerful and eye-opening book! 📚 It’s incredible how much it highlights the need for transparency and reform in the food industry-even after all this time. Our ReThink Meat series explores some of these ongoing issues and how regenerative farming offers a way forward. Thanks for bringing up such an important conversation! ❤️
Eatin meat is good for women who have monthly cycles. It is also essential for children and people with autoimmune disease who have chronic deficiencies when they don't eat a whole foods diet that includes all meats. Autoimmune diseases are going up and they are deadly. Demonize processed sugar and vegetable oil, not meat and animal fat that has been used by cultures all over the world since the beginning of time. Vegetarianism and veganism are unsustainable, political fads. You make that choice--fine, but don't insult people who cannot maintain a fad for their health. The research against meat is tainted by industry, politics, and money.
Thank you for sharing your perspective! Deficiencies in key nutrients like B12, iron, and omega-3s can indeed lead to challenges such as fatigue, poor immune function, stunted growth, and even neurological issues. Plant-only diets may lack these crucial nutrients, especially for children, pregnant women, and the elderly, and in some cases, the consequences can be irreversible. We explore the underdiscussed risks of vegan diets and highlight practical ways to meet your body's nutritional needs in Episode 4. Be sure to tune in! 😊 Thank you for your thoughtful comment and for being part of this important conversation!
There are good reasons for both sides of this debate. Sugar yes but cattle. I’m serious wondering what kind of crazy made people think masterbation was due to eating meat. Great video and food for thought . Crisco was an eye opener.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on the episode! 🙌 It's definitely fascinating (and shocking!) to explore how misconceptions about food and health have shaped societal beliefs over time! We're glad you found the episode insightful, especially the part about Crisco-such an eye-opener indeed. Keep exploring, and thanks for being part of this important conversation. 7 Episodes to go! 💚
All major dietetic organizations agree well-planned vegan diets are appropriate for all stages of life, and my bloodwork 10 years in is phenomenal with no deficiencies. Multi-generational vegans and numerous vegans who are healthy for decades without eating aninals have been studied to further confirm this. Veganism isn't about me though. It's about animals. They're not on this Earth for me to abuse or slaughter any more than a cat, dog, or human is. Innocent animals value their life as much as I value mine, so it's wrong to kill or exploit them. Yes, there are ex-vegans. Opposing animal farming is about as unpopular and difficult as opposing racism may have been in the 1700's. Many ex-vegans followed overly restrictive vegan diets and had a poor understanding of what research says is healthy vegan nutrition. This is a result of how difficult it is to make a major life change with little to no support and guidance, not a fault of choosing to live your life without abusing or slaughtering animals. Instead of throwing the baby out with the bathwater, we would save countless animals from slaughter by making good vegan food more accessible and educating people about how and why to eat a well-planned vegan diet.
The chicken egg is a superfood. Our backyard chickens are not exploited! 😂 They are SO spoiled and living the best life. My family and I eat meat (we are definitely not vegans), however we are going through a gut detox protocol and are temporarily cutting out gluten, dairy, and eggs. Because of this we have had to lean on vegan alternatives like plant-based milks and butters, and egg substitutes. What I have found during this process is anything plant-based that is trying to simulate a pure animal product is chock-full of nasty additives and preservatives and gums/guars…all of which is not healthy for our systems and have no long term studies. I cannot imagine sustaining myself long term on this crap. My kids and I crave meat!! My husband is a fisherman so we get fresh wild caught salmon and halibut and he is a hunter so he got a buck this last Fall. Deer in the wild typically only live 2-3 years. The circle of life.! We have canine teeth for a reason….if we were created to only eat plants we would have all molars! I mean, have you ever seen a cow with canine teeth?! 😂 That being said, I do believe animal farming practices need to be cleaned up and more humane. But, this is why we choose to have our own chickens, hunt, and fish. We get a cow from a local farmer that we know has good quality humane farming practices. We grow a huge garden during the months that are feasible to do so. We are doing our part! This is what needs to change…people getting educated on where their food is actually coming from and what they can do to demand better policies and practices within the food industry to support all dietary lifestyles all while protecting animals and the planet. Glad the vegan thing is working out for you. Keep enjoying those nuts and seeds, tofu, and kale, while I will enjoy our salmon and steak dinner! 😉👍🏻
@@mds9640 Kale is great but ironically I'm eating Beyond Steak, onions, and mushrooms for lunch. 🙂 I enjoyed eating meat for most of my life and definitely didn't quit eating it because I didn't like it. I realized that if I thought abusing animals on the factory farms that supply 99% of meat is wrong, then slaughtering them must be even worse. I realized killing an innocent animal, no matter how kindly they were raised or how free they were in the wild, is unjustifiably wrong. I'm sure your back yard chickens are living better lives than any chickens producing eggs for grocery stores. Unfortunately the hatcheries that supply hens for back yard farmers almost universally grind or gas their male chicks alive just as they do for commercial egg farms. The chickens on back yard farms are also bred to produce hundreds of more eggs a year than would be natural, leading to bone health issues. Eventually, most farmers slaughter their hens when their production declines as well. Hens don't have a choice in the matter, and I don't believe their eggs or lives belong to us to take. Processed foods usually aren't health foods, but my health journey is separate from my veganism. I strive to eat a nutritionally-balanced diet low in oils and additives, but I enjoy tasty snacks every once and a while too. I read the nutritional labels of everything I buy and thankfully it's extremely rare to see artificial flavors, colors, and additives in products from vegan companies. Companies marketing to vegans know they're conscious consumers and their products wouldn't sell well if they used the same risky ingredients common in processed foods for the masses. There are as many variations in the vegan diet as there are people. I'm always trying something new and I couldn't be happier with the variety of healthy and tasty food options available without slaughtering animals.
All major dietetic organizations agree well-planned veganism is appropriate? Really? Funny how major medical institutions have been pushing errant heart healthy dietary guidelines for decades, demonizing saturated fat based off of faulty studies that were criminally manipulated. These same institutions have been quietly reversing course over the past 5+ years as studies have shown they were wrong about many things. The American Diabetes Association is now recommending a low carb diet in treating Diabetes. You'll excuse me if ignore these so-called institutions that try to steer humans away from meat consumption, often coupled with the climate change reasoning. Your so-called innocent animals that "value" their life have no issues with killing other animals for sustenance. Cows, deer... eat small rodents and insect as part of their diet. Chickens are carnivores, seeds are not their natural diet. Stop anthropomorphizing animals just because they have a self-preservation instinct, the animal kingdom is indifferent when it comes to killing each other. Let me be very clear, I do not advocate for or condone the mistreatment of animals. I'm certainly not a fan of factory farming. Veganism is not the optimal diet for humans so let's be real, it's the "moral" choice you alluded to, going so far as to compare it fighting racism. When you, yourself, admit that people turn away from veganism because they lack proper support, guidance, and research... that only shows it's not a natural and intuitive way of eating and certainly not accessible to most of the world's population. It's your choice to eat the way you see fit, but you shouldn't expect others to adapt to your choices and make concessions on your behalf.
Hello there, thank you for your comment! While the American Dietetic Association deems vegan diets safe for all life stages, some organizations and countries caution against them due to the risk of nutrient deficiencies, particularly for babies, kids, and pregnant women. That said, I have seen some people do well with vegan diets, and if it works for you, that’s great! 😊 Our goal with this episode is to highlight that veganism isn’t right for everyone and to help people recognize potential symptoms and deficiencies that may indicate it’s not meeting their needs.
@ Thanks for the kind response. I totally agree with the importance of a well-planned vegan diet because the most common reason I see ex-vegans have issues and quit is because they ate a nutritionally and flavorfully deficient diet. With very few exceptions due to rare genetic problems, everyone can enjoy and thrive living a vegan lifestyle with the right knowledge. Simply getting enough calories, supplementing B12, and eat a varied diet that includes sources of iron, zinc, omega 3's and other nutrients is all most people need. Instead of giving up trying to live in a way that respects the interest all animals have in living a life free from harm, we can educate people on how to live a vegan lifestyle that's healthy and enjoyable for them.
Very well done. I know that I will enjoy the other episodes. I am just a little distracted by the sound of the room. A better mic method would improve this.
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful feedback! 😊 We’re thrilled to hear you’re enjoying the series and plan to watch the other episodes. Your note about the audio is greatly appreciated-we’re always looking for ways to improve, and better mic methods are definitely something we’ll work on for future content. Thanks for watching and sharing your insights! ❤️
The book The Big Fat Surprise offers more insight into how the views about meat evolved.
Thank you for mentioning The Big Fat Surprise! 📖 It’s an excellent resource that dives into the history of how views on meat and fat have evolved over time. If you're interested in learning more about the benefits of well-raised meat and how it supports both human health and the environment, we also recommend exploring Wild Pastures: wildpastures.com/promos/save-20-for-life/bonus15?oid=6&affid=496. Thanks for engaging in this important conversation! ❤️
I just ordered the book from the library. Thankyou for mentioning it.
Carnivore Cure is an excellent book to understand the truths about meat
Thank you for sharing! 💚 Carnivore Cure is definitely a fantastic resource for diving into the truths about meat and its role in a healthy diet. We love that more people are exploring this topic thoughtfully. If you haven’t already, check out Episode 4 of the series-it dives into similar themes and offers practical insights! 😊
The Jungle is an amazing book. Everyone should read it. You will be disgusted by how little we've progressed over the intervening century.
The Jungle is definitely a powerful and eye-opening book! 📚 It’s incredible how much it highlights the need for transparency and reform in the food industry-even after all this time. Our ReThink Meat series explores some of these ongoing issues and how regenerative farming offers a way forward. Thanks for bringing up such an important conversation! ❤️
Eatin meat is good for women who have monthly cycles. It is also essential for children and people with autoimmune disease who have chronic deficiencies when they don't eat a whole foods diet that includes all meats. Autoimmune diseases are going up and they are deadly. Demonize processed sugar and vegetable oil, not meat and animal fat that has been used by cultures all over the world since the beginning of time. Vegetarianism and veganism are unsustainable, political fads. You make that choice--fine, but don't insult people who cannot maintain a fad for their health. The research against meat is tainted by industry, politics, and money.
Thank you for sharing your perspective! Deficiencies in key nutrients like B12, iron, and omega-3s can indeed lead to challenges such as fatigue, poor immune function, stunted growth, and even neurological issues. Plant-only diets may lack these crucial nutrients, especially for children, pregnant women, and the elderly, and in some cases, the consequences can be irreversible.
We explore the underdiscussed risks of vegan diets and highlight practical ways to meet your body's nutritional needs in Episode 4. Be sure to tune in! 😊 Thank you for your thoughtful comment and for being part of this important conversation!
There are good reasons for both sides of this debate. Sugar yes but cattle. I’m serious wondering what kind of crazy made people think masterbation was due to eating meat. Great video and food for thought . Crisco was an eye opener.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on the episode! 🙌 It's definitely fascinating (and shocking!) to explore how misconceptions about food and health have shaped societal beliefs over time! We're glad you found the episode insightful, especially the part about Crisco-such an eye-opener indeed. Keep exploring, and thanks for being part of this important conversation. 7 Episodes to go! 💚
All major dietetic organizations agree well-planned vegan diets are appropriate for all stages of life, and my bloodwork 10 years in is phenomenal with no deficiencies. Multi-generational vegans and numerous vegans who are healthy for decades without eating aninals have been studied to further confirm this.
Veganism isn't about me though. It's about animals. They're not on this Earth for me to abuse or slaughter any more than a cat, dog, or human is. Innocent animals value their life as much as I value mine, so it's wrong to kill or exploit them.
Yes, there are ex-vegans. Opposing animal farming is about as unpopular and difficult as opposing racism may have been in the 1700's. Many ex-vegans followed overly restrictive vegan diets and had a poor understanding of what research says is healthy vegan nutrition. This is a result of how difficult it is to make a major life change with little to no support and guidance, not a fault of choosing to live your life without abusing or slaughtering animals.
Instead of throwing the baby out with the bathwater, we would save countless animals from slaughter by making good vegan food more accessible and educating people about how and why to eat a well-planned vegan diet.
The chicken egg is a superfood. Our backyard chickens are not exploited! 😂 They are SO spoiled and living the best life.
My family and I eat meat (we are definitely not vegans), however we are going through a gut detox protocol and are temporarily cutting out gluten, dairy, and eggs. Because of this we have had to lean on vegan alternatives like plant-based milks and butters, and egg substitutes. What I have found during this process is anything plant-based that is trying to simulate a pure animal product is chock-full of nasty additives and preservatives and gums/guars…all of which is not healthy for our systems and have no long term studies. I cannot imagine sustaining myself long term on this crap. My kids and I crave meat!! My husband is a fisherman so we get fresh wild caught salmon and halibut and he is a hunter so he got a buck this last Fall. Deer in the wild typically only live 2-3 years. The circle of life.! We have canine teeth for a reason….if we were created to only eat plants we would have all molars! I mean, have you ever seen a cow with canine teeth?! 😂 That being said, I do believe animal farming practices need to be cleaned up and more humane. But, this is why we choose to have our own chickens, hunt, and fish. We get a cow from a local farmer that we know has good quality humane farming practices. We grow a huge garden during the months that are feasible to do so. We are doing our part! This is what needs to change…people getting educated on where their food is actually coming from and what they can do to demand better policies and practices within the food industry to support all dietary lifestyles all while protecting animals and the planet. Glad the vegan thing is working out for you. Keep enjoying those nuts and seeds, tofu, and kale, while I will enjoy our salmon and steak dinner! 😉👍🏻
@@mds9640 Kale is great but ironically I'm eating Beyond Steak, onions, and mushrooms for lunch. 🙂
I enjoyed eating meat for most of my life and definitely didn't quit eating it because I didn't like it. I realized that if I thought abusing animals on the factory farms that supply 99% of meat is wrong, then slaughtering them must be even worse. I realized killing an innocent animal, no matter how kindly they were raised or how free they were in the wild, is unjustifiably wrong.
I'm sure your back yard chickens are living better lives than any chickens producing eggs for grocery stores. Unfortunately the hatcheries that supply hens for back yard farmers almost universally grind or gas their male chicks alive just as they do for commercial egg farms. The chickens on back yard farms are also bred to produce hundreds of more eggs a year than would be natural, leading to bone health issues. Eventually, most farmers slaughter their hens when their production declines as well. Hens don't have a choice in the matter, and I don't believe their eggs or lives belong to us to take.
Processed foods usually aren't health foods, but my health journey is separate from my veganism. I strive to eat a nutritionally-balanced diet low in oils and additives, but I enjoy tasty snacks every once and a while too. I read the nutritional labels of everything I buy and thankfully it's extremely rare to see artificial flavors, colors, and additives in products from vegan companies. Companies marketing to vegans know they're conscious consumers and their products wouldn't sell well if they used the same risky ingredients common in processed foods for the masses.
There are as many variations in the vegan diet as there are people. I'm always trying something new and I couldn't be happier with the variety of healthy and tasty food options available without slaughtering animals.
All major dietetic organizations agree well-planned veganism is appropriate? Really? Funny how major medical institutions have been pushing errant heart healthy dietary guidelines for decades, demonizing saturated fat based off of faulty studies that were criminally manipulated. These same institutions have been quietly reversing course over the past 5+ years as studies have shown they were wrong about many things. The American Diabetes Association is now recommending a low carb diet in treating Diabetes. You'll excuse me if ignore these so-called institutions that try to steer humans away from meat consumption, often coupled with the climate change reasoning.
Your so-called innocent animals that "value" their life have no issues with killing other animals for sustenance. Cows, deer... eat small rodents and insect as part of their diet. Chickens are carnivores, seeds are not their natural diet. Stop anthropomorphizing animals just because they have a self-preservation instinct, the animal kingdom is indifferent when it comes to killing each other. Let me be very clear, I do not advocate for or condone the mistreatment of animals. I'm certainly not a fan of factory farming.
Veganism is not the optimal diet for humans so let's be real, it's the "moral" choice you alluded to, going so far as to compare it fighting racism. When you, yourself, admit that people turn away from veganism because they lack proper support, guidance, and research... that only shows it's not a natural and intuitive way of eating and certainly not accessible to most of the world's population.
It's your choice to eat the way you see fit, but you shouldn't expect others to adapt to your choices and make concessions on your behalf.
Hello there, thank you for your comment! While the American Dietetic Association deems vegan diets safe for all life stages, some organizations and countries caution against them due to the risk of nutrient deficiencies, particularly for babies, kids, and pregnant women. That said, I have seen some people do well with vegan diets, and if it works for you, that’s great! 😊 Our goal with this episode is to highlight that veganism isn’t right for everyone and to help people recognize potential symptoms and deficiencies that may indicate it’s not meeting their needs.
@ Thanks for the kind response. I totally agree with the importance of a well-planned vegan diet because the most common reason I see ex-vegans have issues and quit is because they ate a nutritionally and flavorfully deficient diet.
With very few exceptions due to rare genetic problems, everyone can enjoy and thrive living a vegan lifestyle with the right knowledge. Simply getting enough calories, supplementing B12, and eat a varied diet that includes sources of iron, zinc, omega 3's and other nutrients is all most people need.
Instead of giving up trying to live in a way that respects the interest all animals have in living a life free from harm, we can educate people on how to live a vegan lifestyle that's healthy and enjoyable for them.