I just wanted to say what a huge relief it is to see people who have quite a large audience giving people accurate information like this. Hopefully one day there will be more awareness about what we should and shouldn't be eating, and thank you for helping with this!
Thank you so much for speaking about this! I am starting a very similar diet, my boyfriend calls it Keto, which just means very low carb, loads of veggies and meats, loads of eggs and no sugar. This actually almost brought a tear to my eye, because I adore you ladies and I am so happy that you see that this diet is wonderful. This just made me very happy, thank you so much for speaking about it.
Good advice. I completely agree. Though I must say I was very distracted by your makeup while trying to listening to what you were saying. Simple yet absolutely beautiful.
I started that same diet 4 months ago and it truly has been the most effective diet I've ever done. Couldn't agree more, Sam. This diet is the natural way our body is built to function. Somehow modern life has made us forget how to live naturally. Glad you share this :)
Amazing video ! I've started a "diet" two months ago now, which is like yours, to eat as much clean food as possible and exercice regularly during the week ! I'm also trying to cut sugar as much as possible, I eat eggs nearly every mornings to keep me full until lunch ! Great work, keep it up !! xxx
Yup. Been eating this way for a little over a year...weight comes off so easy without even trying. One side effect about 4 months in is hair loss (telogen effluvium) it's totally normal, and th hair will grow back. It just. Way of it body resets itself. It goes back to normal after a few months. I have a video on my hair loss while eating this way if anyone is interested.
You are such an inspiration! and don't stop what you're doing for anyone. Post what you want when you want. It's your life. and you are doing us a favor for sharing parts of your life with us. So thank you sooo much ! :) Keep up the good work.
Finally, someone who gets it. So happy for you!! These eating habits will not only effect body composition but it can radically improve health. MakeUpGeek is currently experiencing autoimmune related issues and is adapting to a whole food diet as well. I hope the good word continuers to spread through you lovely ladies.
So true about addressing diet. For some reason the norm is to think that as long as you exercise you can eat what you want but it doesn't work that way/ you have to watch your diet.
I absolutely LOVE this video, Sam. You really hit the nail on the head. I have taken a Nutrition class, have seen a Nutritionist, been to eating disorder clinics, etc. and what you are doing is amazing yet unclear to many people HOW it works!! VERY well done :) And you look great!!
Good to see a positive, healthy life style Sam. I'm a big fan of eating clean, have only recently cut out processed foods and im noticing changes in my skin, hair, energy, weight, sleep etc. I was curious how long did it take for you to see changes and how long have you been living this way. You look amazing as always!
I changed my diet this year to include high-fat, high protein foods and eliminated carbs and most starch. By doing that alone I lost almost 40lbs in 4 months, and I've kept it off for three months. Next month I start to add ecxercise. I don't think of it as "a diet" but as "My system of eating for the rest of my life". It's the ONLY thing that ever worked for me.
theroomstops thank you!! It really is the best way to eat. After going through sugar withdrawal for a week I started to feel amazing. I have more energy and I can walk up stairs without getting winded. Now to add the exercise and lose the last 40lbs!
***** Yes I know. I get my carbs from vegetables. I do eat some starchy veggies like pumpkin and squash, and the rest of my veggies more than make up my carb needs for the day. I've never been in better health.
So true: you can workout like crazy, but if you don't eat properly, you'll never loose weight, I've seen this on My own skin. Healthy food is the way!! Thanks Sam , very inspirational!Anna
It doesn't sound like a diet. It's just a change in lifestyle and I totally agree with avoiding sugar and process foods. I have also been adding smoothies and green smoothies to my diet, I fell so much better now :)
Thanks for sharing Sam! You always look wonderful, and you've been such a role model to me over the years since you began the channel. Sounds like a very attainable healthy lifestyle.
would you be able to write us up or speak about your weekly diet for example, nothing extensive. I find talks about diets so confusing its hard to know what you should eat and what your shouldn't! thanks and congratulations on the weight loss you look incredible. Your skin and eyes look so much brighter!
I always thought you were beautiful, whatever your weight was, but I really hear you as a woman about how we can feel bad watching pictures or videos of ourselves! I'm so happy this "diet" works for you. I'm slowly transitionning towards it too, and though I didn't lose any weight yet, I've found that my skin looks much better, my energy has increased and I digest better! Anyway, thank you for being so inspiring in every other ways! :-)
Cereals are not bad I guess if you do not go for the flavoured ones. I have unflavoured cereals (so really no taste itself at all) but cooked it as Asian congee way. So I add a bit of salt and some green vegetable (I always use spinach) and in the end spray some coriander (if you hate it you can also use spring onion). :)
I started this "diet " back in October and have had very good results. I've cut out all gluten which eliminates a lot of carbs and thus spikes insulin a lot less. Good job!
I think that it's also important for people to remember that some of us (actually hundreds of thousands of people) have thyroid disease (mine is the most common to women, known as Hashimoto's Thyroid disease; it is an autoimmune thyroid disease). I went nearly a decade undiagnosed/misdiagnosed (very common). Research it & listen to your body. Until I got on proper treatment/thyroid meds, there was NOTHING I could do to stop gaining weight for what I thought was "no reason." I suffered so much & blamed myself, feeling so sick, depressed, tired & overweight. In the past 16 mths, I've lost just over 100lbs & though I have a bit more to go, I feel amazing! I just want to spread the word and put this out there. Proper diet & fitness mean nothing if there's an underlying health problem going untreated. Great vid & proud of you, Sam! I hope it's ok that I shared a bit of my story. If even one woman reads this & sees her doctor/is helped, I will feel I've paid it forward. :)
Great comment. Women in particular suffer from thyroid disease and adrenal fatigue more than men and it can really be a road blocker in the weight loss cycle.
You are all wrong...michael should never have been let go..The pity is no. Matter what you say or do it will not bring him back As far as I'M CONCERNED THE SHOW WILL NEVER NEVER BE THE SAME.HE WAS A STAR IN THE MAKING...LOOKS..EXPRESSIONS. MOVES FITTING HIS CHARACTER TO PERFECTIPN. BRING HIM BACK. THE SHOW WILL ZOOM UP UP MORE &MORE WRITERS WAKE UP TAKE HEED YOUR SLIPPING AWAY.....TSK. TSK. A GENUINE FAN OF MICHAEL. HIS FAMILY IS LOVELY GOD BLESS THEM******
I've been in Weight Watchers for eight months and I've been with a personal trainer for a year and a half now and while it is true that diet is of utmost importance as well as exercise it means nothing if you're not willing to give it an effort. Anyone can SAY that they're on a diet or watching their weight or trying to be healthy but it takes a lot more courage to accept that a transition to a new body and new mindset takes time and consistent effort. Failure is always an option (I sure went through a few months of losing and gaining the same ten pounds) but sticking by yourself and choosing to make good choices day in and day out is the real kicker :D Don't give up everybody! Educate yourself and then most importantly act on it!
Thanks for sharing this Sam! I've been doing something similar, and am noticing such a difference...not just in how I look, but in how I feel! I love how you said "If you can't pick it or kill it...don't eat it." I read labels and if I can't pronounce it, I don't put it in my body. You look gorgeous as always :-)
I did a diet that sounds similar to this for 3 weeks in October, I was eating nothing that was processed and no dairy, sugar, gluten etc. I feel so much better for doing it, I haven't gone fully back to my old ways yet, but I am keeping the weight off by exercising and eating well, it definitely works. I am so happy for doing it :)
Thanks, Sam! I'm really unhappy with the state I've gotten myself into; I snack a lot on very sugary and stodgy things, so my weight is climbing and my skin is bad. I've recently started trying to change my lifestyle, and so it's great to hear how you've managed to make a few simple changes that made a big difference :)
very good advice Sam! I did not expect to hear so many true words :) i am very happy for you, you look amazing! But please dont forget to eat fruit, even though there is a lot of sugar in fruits, they also contain fiber which slows down the insulin peak greatly and thus the sugar is not harmless for your diet! It is the same with whole wheat products! Watch out for fruit juices though, they are pure sugar, no fiber (even when you drink juice with pulp, there is too little fiber in the pulp that is left in the juice) thus making your insulin peak just like a choco bar! Love you and have the greatest year 2014!
I'm glad you're doing this diet, as so many people should do if they want to lose weight (sorry if I sound preachy). Another way that's still part of your diet is to cut wheat out, as well. Things like breads, pastas, beer (because yeast is wheat). You can find alternatives, like rice-made products if you still want your starches. But cutting wheat out of your diet will work tremendously! It's worked for my mom, it's worked for me, so yeah. Totally recommend that.
Great comment! People don't realize the adverse effects of wheat on their body energy wise and how just cutting that out can really make a huge difference.
this is so true. people tend to go for the fad diets and later on gain all the weight back. its like this with fad diets: how fast you lose the weight is the same as how fast you'll gain it back. it really is a lifestyle change that must be done for one to stay fit. the more you work harder to lose weight, the longer you'll keep it off and eventually in the long run you just learn how to live healthier. i've learned so much from TheLeanMachines and i love them! the best thing i've learned form them is that i can eat as much GOOD FOOD as i want and stay fit and happy about eating.
Yes! Finally, a beauty blogger who is telling people about real nutrition. High fat diets and avoiding carbs really is the way to go. Thank you for this video!-Hello Ehya
My mom works with this and I'm sooo happy that someone i loook up to finally talks about that good fats aren't bad for you! I really believe in this diet, even though I don't follow it so well:P So I just wanna say thank you Sam for talking about this so more people can know that fat is good for you!:)
You look amazing! I totally agree with the eating! Nutrition is key in fitness, they go hand in hand! I have eliminated all processed foods in my diet and eat pretty clean. And I've never felt better. I do the Beachbody p90x/x2 workouts (p90x3 at the moment, which are amazing!) and I've never been in better shape! Keep up the good work Sam.
It's really true! I started eating "clean" and cut out all processed foods over year ago. I lost about 10 pounds and have been able to keep it off! Mostly oats, fruits, vegetables, nuts and as many green things I can find lol. Glad you started this.....you will start feeling so great when you put healthy things into your body!
I am trying to stick to a paleo diet. I always stayed with full fat milk preferably organic. My mom grew up on a dairy farm and the skim was fed to hogs to fatten them for butcher. I love your brothers channel and have been watching for at least a year now. I especially like the nutrition tidbits. Another bit about a good fat/protien diet is your hair will be stronger. Since I have limited the junk my hair has gotten thicker and longer. I am currently at waist length and shooting for hip length again. Take care and have a wonderful New Year.
Thank you so much for doing this video! I'm a new mum and I desperately want to lose some weight... a lot of weight actually. I love how you simplified it and honest about what you do. I love that you only work out for 40 min rather than spending hours at the gym everyday. Who has that kind of time?! You look great! :)
I've lost 29lb (2st 1lb) since June, just by eating healthily! I haven't been to the gym once or done any form of exercising (only walking). I'm really happy with the results, and I'm so close to my target weight!
In february, I started to go to the gym. I asked the coach for a diet, which included three generous meals and two snacks, and a routine! I lost weight and was on shape but unfortunately I stopped going to the gym... I gained some weight but after some months (and I was not eating in a healthy way)... Two months ago I reduced one seize by using P90x in just three weeks! My dad had bought this exercise program, I thought that this thing wouldn't work, but it did! Those exercises are like hell!
I quit sugar from Sarah Wilson is really good and explains it all really well. The same as what you are saying and it`s nice that others are realising that low-fat and skimmed produce is not good at all. Fab!
you look absolutely amazing, your brother is spot on re diet AND exercising 'smart', he will know what I mean! Sugar and fat combined are the problem, not fats alone. wish it had'nt taken me 20 years to learn this!!
Lchf paleo is really the best way to feed ourselves and also loose extra weight :D i have lost nearly 26 kilos eating the good fats and non labled food (mostly) for 9 months... I've been maintaining the same weight for 1 and a half year! So good to hear the more and more people are being convinced of it as well!!
Two important things - discipline and consistency. Plenty of walks, gyms are germ-ridden nastiness btw, if you snack, snack with good fruit (I like berries) rather than crisps, biscuits/chocolates and soft-drinks. Couple of sit-ups everyday work too. The point is it takes time but you'll notice it.
PixiwooMadness as a vegetarian (if you still are one) would you be able to give me examples of your breakfast, lunch and dinner options?? i believe you said before you were a vegetarian so i'd love to hear your healthy options for protein! thanks
Instead of traditional salad dressing, I use warmed "goopy" seasoned, mashed beans. I add a bit of water to thin them out so they coat the entire salad. It's looks and sounds sketchy, but tastes good. (I assume people who use dressing aren't no-bean paleo.)
Plain greek yogurt is very high in protein. I like to mix greek yogurt with salsa or hummus or both for salad dressing. I like a lot of dressing, and I like creamy dressing, and this way I can satisfy that without feeling bad emotionally or physically like Ranch can make me feel. Hummus, oth, has a lot of carbs though, I think pixiwoo is doing low carb.
Such great TRUE information!!!! Thank you for sharing. Seeing as how you have so many followers, this was a wonderful way to reach any lives! You are awesome!!!!
Amazing! I had the exact same experience. Ever since I started to eat more natural fats like eggs, coconut oil, cream and cut out sugar and grains I've lost weight without trying. It's sustainable and so much healthier for you! Thanks for talking about something that so many people struggle with but are totally misinformed about! Xxx
I cut up veggies a head of time so they're easily accessible when I'm in a hurry so I won't make bad choices...same for apples, bananas, grapes, nuts. I always make sure I'm fully stocked with foods that are good for my body. Adding different exercise movements is helpful, too! Way to go Sam!!
Thank you SO much for doing this video. I have been trying to decide which "diet" plan to start, but this lifestyle change sounds like the way to go. Plus, seeing your results has been inspirational AND motivating! Thank you again! :o)
good for you! I'm an exercise junkie, though to be honest I don't get around to it more than 3 times a week. but I feel that for me personally that is perfectly adequate. I eat what I want when I want but I mostly cook myself which makes a huge difference because the meals are not just full of flavour potentiators and crap like that.
Thats brill well done although I thought u looked amazing already! Would love to hear more about your transformation in future like meal ideas etc, again well done sam!
What are a few of your snacks? I find it hard to just eat an entire meal and be done for the day, I'd rather just pick at the food as I go. I eat a lot of almonds, walnuts, raisins etc. But I'm wondering if you have any good snacks that are not "nut" related??
I know it takes a lot of dedication and hard work. You looked beautiful before and beautiful now, but being 'healthier' does feel better doesn't it? Way to go girl!
Yep it's all about "diet" (having lost 100 lbs) and you absolutely HAVE TO accept the fact that it's portion control for the rest of your life if you want to keep the weight off, thus, it's a life style change. Eating healthy usually just goes naturally with it however people can eat "Paleo" and other such clean eating programs and not lose an inch because they're eating more than their body will burn. That's the only way i was able to lose and keep it off is portion control.
Love watching your videos, you guys are amazing! :) Please do an updated video on recommended foundations (drugstore & highend) for dry skin please? It'd help me out a lot! :)
Absolutely great advice! That's how I lost over a stone. Hate gym and didn't need any exercises. Eating healthy! Diet means system of nitrification /Eating routine. We all use word "diet" for describing process of losing weight but that's just one of the meaning. If you diet contain healthy food, lots of vegs, nuts, fruits, proteins and good fat you gonna be fit and slim without any "diet". I must say that people in England have terrible way of nitrification. High processes food, snacks... it's like poison
This really is the best way of losing weight! I lost about 12 kilos in half a year and kept my weight for a year now and it's really not that hard... yeah I do put on a kilo or two when I'm on holiday or now over christmas, but I know I'll lose it almost automatically by eating healthily again in the new year and by keeping up sports :) And it's not just good for your figure but your skin and hair and nails and stuff... it all improves and you feel better altogether. Plus, if you are into cooking and trying new stuff in the kitchen, it gives you an opportunity to do that as well ;)
Basically you are following the Harcombe Diet, I've lost Five stones doing exactly the same as you, it works, no doubt about it! Well done you!!! Another 16 or so lbs to go for me until i get to my goal of 11 stones xx
Has Tanya been doing it with you guys? I've been wondering the past several videos if she's done something different but I can't quite put my finger on what. :)
I totally agree with you, I mean I've try sooo many diets and none of them worked, at least they work for a few month... the only one that really worked was weight watchers because you don't deprive you, you learn how to eat and it's for your entire life. I guess that's what the more difficult at first...
Thanks Sam! This sounds quite similar to BodyTrim which I have been on for years now and it is super easy to maintain and doesn't involve heavy cardio everyday. Just like what your workout sounds like, you just need to get moving :) xxxx
You have always been beautiful but You look even more Fabulous, Your Glowing! Your new lifestyle definitely agrees with you Sam. I am going to check out your brother's channel. Thanks so much for sharing this with us.
Congrats Sam you looks fantastic! I don't really do New Years resolutions but I want to get in better shape and this has really inspired me! I will miss my Cheetos though lol
I didn't pay attention to what you say because the whole time I was hypnotized by your eyes.
My trainer says it's 80% what you eat and 20% exercise. You look so great, Sam!
I just wanted to say what a huge relief it is to see people who have quite a large audience giving people accurate information like this. Hopefully one day there will be more awareness about what we should and shouldn't be eating, and thank you for helping with this!
Clean eating isn't a diet but a life style change. I've always thought you look amazing. Thank you Sam for being an inspiration to so many people.
Nice advice! As an RD, it's always nice to hear people talking about the importance of diet along with exercise. :)
Thank you so much for speaking about this! I am starting a very similar diet, my boyfriend calls it Keto, which just means very low carb, loads of veggies and meats, loads of eggs and no sugar. This actually almost brought a tear to my eye, because I adore you ladies and I am so happy that you see that this diet is wonderful. This just made me very happy, thank you so much for speaking about it.
Ketogenic diets are really the way to go I agree.
Good advice. I completely agree. Though I must say I was very distracted by your makeup while trying to listening to what you were saying. Simple yet absolutely beautiful.
I started that same diet 4 months ago and it truly has been the most effective diet I've ever done. Couldn't agree more, Sam. This diet is the natural way our body is built to function. Somehow modern life has made us forget how to live naturally. Glad you share this :)
Amazing video ! I've started a "diet" two months ago now, which is like yours, to eat as much clean food as possible and exercice regularly during the week ! I'm also trying to cut sugar as much as possible, I eat eggs nearly every mornings to keep me full until lunch ! Great work, keep it up !! xxx
Yup. Been eating this way for a little over a year...weight comes off so easy without even trying. One side effect about 4 months in is hair loss (telogen effluvium) it's totally normal, and th hair will grow back. It just. Way of it body resets itself. It goes back to normal after a few months. I have a video on my hair loss while eating this way if anyone is interested.
You are such an inspiration! and don't stop what you're doing for anyone. Post what you want when you want. It's your life. and you are doing us a favor for sharing parts of your life with us. So thank you sooo much ! :) Keep up the good work.
I do high fat low carb and it's actually healthy! You're right! Your brother is a great trainer, I'm glad ur doing it I lost 50 lbs
Finally, someone who gets it. So happy for you!! These eating habits will not only effect body composition but it can radically improve health. MakeUpGeek is currently experiencing autoimmune related issues and is adapting to a whole food diet as well. I hope the good word continuers to spread through you lovely ladies.
So true about addressing diet. For some reason the norm is to think that as long as you exercise you can eat what you want but it doesn't work that way/ you have to watch your diet.
I absolutely LOVE this video, Sam. You really hit the nail on the head. I have taken a Nutrition class, have seen a Nutritionist, been to eating disorder clinics, etc. and what you are doing is amazing yet unclear to many people HOW it works!! VERY well done :) And you look great!!
Good to see a positive, healthy life style Sam. I'm a big fan of eating clean, have only recently cut out processed foods and im noticing changes in my skin, hair, energy, weight, sleep etc. I was curious how long did it take for you to see changes and how long have you been living this way. You look amazing as always!
I changed my diet this year to include high-fat, high protein foods and eliminated carbs and most starch. By doing that alone I lost almost 40lbs in 4 months, and I've kept it off for three months. Next month I start to add ecxercise. I don't think of it as "a diet" but as "My system of eating for the rest of my life". It's the ONLY thing that ever worked for me.
It's the way we were supposed to eat, so it's not really magic in the end, right? 40lbs is incredible, congrats!
congratulations! way to go :)
theroomstops thank you!! It really is the best way to eat. After going through sugar withdrawal for a week I started to feel amazing. I have more energy and I can walk up stairs without getting winded. Now to add the exercise and lose the last 40lbs!
nu5rave5runt thanks! 😃
***** Yes I know. I get my carbs from vegetables. I do eat some starchy veggies like pumpkin and squash, and the rest of my veggies more than make up my carb needs for the day. I've never been in better health.
Sam, you are looking amazing! Always love your tutes- hope things are settling down for you!
No surprises that this'll be my New Years resolution! You look great Sam x
So true: you can workout like crazy, but if you don't eat properly, you'll never loose weight, I've seen this on My own skin. Healthy food is the way!! Thanks Sam , very inspirational!Anna
It doesn't sound like a diet. It's just a change in lifestyle and I totally agree with avoiding sugar and process foods. I have also been adding smoothies and green smoothies to my diet, I fell so much better now :)
You've never looked more beautiful. You've obviously worked hard on your health, and it shows. Well done!!
Thanks Marnie.x
Thanks for sharing Sam! You always look wonderful, and you've been such a role model to me over the years since you began the channel. Sounds like a very attainable healthy lifestyle.
would you be able to write us up or speak about your weekly diet for example, nothing extensive. I find talks about diets so confusing its hard to know what you should eat and what your shouldn't! thanks and congratulations on the weight loss you look incredible. Your skin and eyes look so much brighter!
I always thought you were beautiful, whatever your weight was, but I really hear you as a woman about how we can feel bad watching pictures or videos of ourselves! I'm so happy this "diet" works for you. I'm slowly transitionning towards it too, and though I didn't lose any weight yet, I've found that my skin looks much better, my energy has increased and I digest better! Anyway, thank you for being so inspiring in every other ways! :-)
Agree with this 100%!! It's 90% diet and 10% activity. Diet is soooooo important.
I've been waiting for this video for so long! Thankyou so much!
Cereals are not bad I guess if you do not go for the flavoured ones. I have unflavoured cereals (so really no taste itself at all) but cooked it as Asian congee way. So I add a bit of salt and some green vegetable (I always use spinach) and in the end spray some coriander (if you hate it you can also use spring onion). :)
I started this "diet " back in October and have had very good results. I've cut out all gluten which eliminates a lot of carbs and thus spikes insulin a lot less. Good job!
I think that it's also important for people to remember that some of us (actually hundreds of thousands of people) have thyroid disease (mine is the most common to women, known as Hashimoto's Thyroid disease; it is an autoimmune thyroid disease). I went nearly a decade undiagnosed/misdiagnosed (very common). Research it & listen to your body. Until I got on proper treatment/thyroid meds, there was NOTHING I could do to stop gaining weight for what I thought was "no reason." I suffered so much & blamed myself, feeling so sick, depressed, tired & overweight. In the past 16 mths, I've lost just over 100lbs & though I have a bit more to go, I feel amazing! I just want to spread the word and put this out there. Proper diet & fitness mean nothing if there's an underlying health problem going untreated. Great vid & proud of you, Sam! I hope it's ok that I shared a bit of my story. If even one woman reads this & sees her doctor/is helped, I will feel I've paid it forward. :)
Great comment. Women in particular suffer from thyroid disease and adrenal fatigue more than men and it can really be a road blocker in the weight loss cycle.
You are all wrong...michael should never have been let go..The pity is no. Matter what you say or do it will not bring him back As far as I'M CONCERNED THE SHOW WILL NEVER NEVER BE THE SAME.HE WAS A STAR IN THE MAKING...LOOKS..EXPRESSIONS. MOVES FITTING HIS CHARACTER TO PERFECTIPN. BRING HIM BACK. THE SHOW WILL ZOOM UP UP MORE &MORE WRITERS WAKE UP TAKE HEED YOUR SLIPPING AWAY.....TSK. TSK. A GENUINE FAN OF MICHAEL. HIS FAMILY IS LOVELY GOD BLESS THEM******
You and your sister look incredible!!! So inspiring.
I've been in Weight Watchers for eight months and I've been with a personal trainer for a year and a half now and while it is true that diet is of utmost importance as well as exercise it means nothing if you're not willing to give it an effort. Anyone can SAY that they're on a diet or watching their weight or trying to be healthy but it takes a lot more courage to accept that a transition to a new body and new mindset takes time and consistent effort. Failure is always an option (I sure went through a few months of losing and gaining the same ten pounds) but sticking by yourself and choosing to make good choices day in and day out is the real kicker :D Don't give up everybody! Educate yourself and then most importantly act on it!
Thanks for sharing this Sam! I've been doing something similar, and am noticing such a difference...not just in how I look, but in how I feel! I love how you said "If you can't pick it or kill it...don't eat it." I read labels and if I can't pronounce it, I don't put it in my body. You look gorgeous as always :-)
I did a diet that sounds similar to this for 3 weeks in October, I was eating nothing that was processed and no dairy, sugar, gluten etc. I feel so much better for doing it, I haven't gone fully back to my old ways yet, but I am keeping the weight off by exercising and eating well, it definitely works. I am so happy for doing it :)
A quickie to say both you and Nic are looking incredible! Lots of love from Australia x
Thanks, Sam! I'm really unhappy with the state I've gotten myself into; I snack a lot on very sugary and stodgy things, so my weight is climbing and my skin is bad. I've recently started trying to change my lifestyle, and so it's great to hear how you've managed to make a few simple changes that made a big difference :)
very good advice Sam! I did not expect to hear so many true words :) i am very happy for you, you look amazing! But please dont forget to eat fruit, even though there is a lot of sugar in fruits, they also contain fiber which slows down the insulin peak greatly and thus the sugar is not harmless for your diet! It is the same with whole wheat products! Watch out for fruit juices though, they are pure sugar, no fiber (even when you drink juice with pulp, there is too little fiber in the pulp that is left in the juice) thus making your insulin peak just like a choco bar! Love you and have the greatest year 2014!
I'm glad you're doing this diet, as so many people should do if they want to lose weight (sorry if I sound preachy). Another way that's still part of your diet is to cut wheat out, as well. Things like breads, pastas, beer (because yeast is wheat). You can find alternatives, like rice-made products if you still want your starches. But cutting wheat out of your diet will work tremendously! It's worked for my mom, it's worked for me, so yeah. Totally recommend that.
Great comment! People don't realize the adverse effects of wheat on their body energy wise and how just cutting that out can really make a huge difference.
You always looked amazing but now you look even more amazing. Congratulations! It's not easy.
this is so true. people tend to go for the fad diets and later on gain all the weight back. its like this with fad diets: how fast you lose the weight is the same as how fast you'll gain it back. it really is a lifestyle change that must be done for one to stay fit. the more you work harder to lose weight, the longer you'll keep it off and eventually in the long run you just learn how to live healthier. i've learned so much from TheLeanMachines and i love them! the best thing i've learned form them is that i can eat as much GOOD FOOD as i want and stay fit and happy about eating.
Yes! Finally, a beauty blogger who is telling people about real nutrition. High fat diets and avoiding carbs really is the way to go. Thank you for this video!-Hello Ehya
My mom works with this and I'm sooo happy that someone i loook up to finally talks about that good fats aren't bad for you! I really believe in this diet, even though I don't follow it so well:P So I just wanna say thank you Sam for talking about this so more people can know that fat is good for you!:)
As someone who has struggled with dieting thanks for sharing Sam!
You look amazing! I totally agree with the eating! Nutrition is key in fitness, they go hand in hand! I have eliminated all processed foods in my diet and eat pretty clean. And I've never felt better. I do the Beachbody p90x/x2 workouts (p90x3 at the moment, which are amazing!) and I've never been in better shape! Keep up the good work Sam.
It's really true! I started eating "clean" and cut out all processed foods over year ago. I lost about 10 pounds and have been able to keep it off! Mostly oats, fruits, vegetables, nuts and as many green things I can find lol. Glad you started this.....you will start feeling so great when you put healthy things into your body!
Eating (super) healthy is the only diet that ever works for anyone in the long run.
thanks Sam, taking on your advice and John's, I have lost 9lb since boxing day and it has been relatively simple. xx
It's working for Heidi so going to try it myself. Thanks. Btw love your eyeliner but it helps that you have amazing eyes anyway. Take care x
good for you sam, you have always looked great! x
Happy New Year!
You look lovely. Thank you for your honesty. It is very encouraging to me - to stay the course.
I am trying to stick to a paleo diet. I always stayed with full fat milk preferably organic. My mom grew up on a dairy farm and the skim was fed to hogs to fatten them for butcher. I love your brothers channel and have been watching for at least a year now. I especially like the nutrition tidbits. Another bit about a good fat/protien diet is your hair will be stronger. Since I have limited the junk my hair has gotten thicker and longer. I am currently at waist length and shooting for hip length again. Take care and have a wonderful New Year.
Thank you so much for doing this video! I'm a new mum and I desperately want to lose some weight... a lot of weight actually. I love how you simplified it and honest about what you do. I love that you only work out for 40 min rather than spending hours at the gym everyday. Who has that kind of time?! You look great! :)
I am so glad to hear you are feeling better, I am going to take your advice and eat right, you look amazing Sam!! Thanks for sharing:) Wendy
So true! Eating clean and whole and raw is def the way...can't tell yourself it's a "diet"! It's a lifestyle! :)
I've lost 29lb (2st 1lb) since June, just by eating healthily! I haven't been to the gym once or done any form of exercising (only walking). I'm really happy with the results, and I'm so close to my target weight!
In february, I started to go to the gym. I asked the coach for a diet, which included three generous meals and two snacks, and a routine! I lost weight and was on shape but unfortunately I stopped going to the gym... I gained some weight but after some months (and I was not eating in a healthy way)... Two months ago I reduced one seize by using P90x in just three weeks! My dad had bought this exercise program, I thought that this thing wouldn't work, but it did! Those exercises are like hell!
you are spot on in the vid Sam, thanks for making it. and good job!
I quit sugar from Sarah Wilson is really good and explains it all really well. The same as what you are saying and it`s nice that others are realising that low-fat and skimmed produce is not good at all. Fab!
Could you do a "vlog" showing what you eat in a whole day? That'd be AWESOME.
you look so beautiful! this makeup look really suits you
you look absolutely amazing, your brother is spot on re diet AND exercising 'smart', he will know what I mean! Sugar and fat combined are the problem, not fats alone. wish it had'nt taken me 20 years to learn this!!
Lchf paleo is really the best way to feed ourselves and also loose extra weight :D i have lost nearly 26 kilos eating the good fats and non labled food (mostly) for 9 months... I've been maintaining the same weight for 1 and a half year! So good to hear the more and more people are being convinced of it as well!!
Ok so would you tell us what you DO eat?
Thanks so much for sharing this with us Sam!
Two important things - discipline and consistency.
Plenty of walks, gyms are germ-ridden nastiness btw, if you snack, snack with good fruit (I like berries) rather than crisps, biscuits/chocolates and soft-drinks.
Couple of sit-ups everyday work too. The point is it takes time but you'll notice it.
Quick question-what do you eat instead of salad dressing on your salads?
I have balsamic vinegar mixed with olive oil or udos oil mostly.
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as a vegetarian (if you still are one) would you be able to give me examples of your breakfast, lunch and dinner options?? i believe you said before you were a vegetarian so i'd love to hear your healthy options for protein! thanks
aduh1987 I actually eat fish so i'm a pescatarian. I eat a lot of fish. x
Instead of traditional salad dressing, I use warmed "goopy" seasoned, mashed beans. I add a bit of water to thin them out so they coat the entire salad. It's looks and sounds sketchy, but tastes good. (I assume people who use dressing aren't no-bean paleo.)
Plain greek yogurt is very high in protein. I like to mix greek yogurt with salsa or hummus or both for salad dressing. I like a lot of dressing, and I like creamy dressing, and this way I can satisfy that without feeling bad emotionally or physically like Ranch can make me feel. Hummus, oth, has a lot of carbs though, I think pixiwoo is doing low carb.
Thanks. I needed this! Happy New Year from Texas!
Such great TRUE information!!!!
Thank you for sharing.
Seeing as how you have so many followers, this was a wonderful way to reach any lives!
You are awesome!!!!
Amazing! I had the exact same experience. Ever since I started to eat more natural fats like eggs, coconut oil, cream and cut out sugar and grains I've lost weight without trying. It's sustainable and so much healthier for you! Thanks for talking about something that so many people struggle with but are totally misinformed about! Xxx
I cut up veggies a head of time so they're easily accessible when I'm in a hurry so I won't make bad choices...same for apples, bananas, grapes, nuts. I always make sure I'm fully stocked with foods that are good for my body. Adding different exercise movements is helpful, too! Way to go Sam!!
What's your normal breakfast-dinner-tea regime? I want to lose weight but with being out all the time at college/work I'm struggling!
I've always thought you were absolutely gorgeous, but you are looking especially stunning in this video! Congrats on the healthier choices!
Thank you SO much for doing this video. I have been trying to decide which "diet" plan to start, but this lifestyle change sounds like the way to go. Plus, seeing your results has been inspirational AND motivating! Thank you again! :o)
good for you! I'm an exercise junkie, though to be honest I don't get around to it more than 3 times a week. but I feel that for me personally that is perfectly adequate. I eat what I want when I want but I mostly cook myself which makes a huge difference because the meals are not just full of flavour potentiators and crap like that.
Great advice! So simple and so true. Keep up the healthy habits!
Do you remember Josie Gibson talking to you about sugar? You've hit the nail on the head here.
Thats brill well done although I thought u looked amazing already! Would love to hear more about your transformation in future like meal ideas etc, again well done sam!
What are a few of your snacks? I find it hard to just eat an entire meal and be done for the day, I'd rather just pick at the food as I go. I eat a lot of almonds, walnuts, raisins etc. But I'm wondering if you have any good snacks that are not "nut" related??
Yes! I've been eating this way for about 4 years and I'm 44 and I look better now than when I was younger. It works!
Excellent, well done Sam
I know it takes a lot of dedication and hard work. You looked beautiful before and beautiful now, but being 'healthier' does feel better doesn't it? Way to go girl!
That is great advice and it obviously works because you have been looking fantastic!x
Yep it's all about "diet" (having lost 100 lbs) and you absolutely HAVE TO accept the fact that it's portion control for the rest of your life if you want to keep the weight off, thus, it's a life style change. Eating healthy usually just goes naturally with it however people can eat "Paleo" and other such clean eating programs and not lose an inch because they're eating more than their body will burn. That's the only way i was able to lose and keep it off is portion control.
Love watching your videos, you guys are amazing! :) Please do an updated video on recommended foundations (drugstore & highend) for dry skin please? It'd help me out a lot! :)
Absolutely great advice! That's how I lost over a stone. Hate gym and didn't need any exercises. Eating healthy! Diet means system of nitrification /Eating routine. We all use word "diet" for describing process of losing weight but that's just one of the meaning. If you diet contain healthy food, lots of vegs, nuts, fruits, proteins and good fat you gonna be fit and slim without any "diet". I must say that people in England have terrible way of nitrification. High processes food, snacks... it's like poison
What would you recommend to eat for breakfast?
This really is the best way of losing weight! I lost about 12 kilos in half a year and kept my weight for a year now and it's really not that hard... yeah I do put on a kilo or two when I'm on holiday or now over christmas, but I know I'll lose it almost automatically by eating healthily again in the new year and by keeping up sports :) And it's not just good for your figure but your skin and hair and nails and stuff... it all improves and you feel better altogether. Plus, if you are into cooking and trying new stuff in the kitchen, it gives you an opportunity to do that as well ;)
Basically you are following the Harcombe Diet, I've lost Five stones doing exactly the same as you, it works, no doubt about it! Well done you!!! Another 16 or so lbs to go for me until i get to my goal of 11 stones xx
calories in -> calories out. it's how many calories you ingest that's going to determine whether or not you'll lose weight
't because I am so addicted to sugar. I love exercise but what you said about eating healthily is spot on - abs are made in the kitchen!
I definitely need to work on eating less processed foods and reduce the amount of sugar I have.
Has Tanya been doing it with you guys? I've been wondering the past several videos if she's done something different but I can't quite put my finger on what. :)
Thank you so much for sharing. Thus helps me a lot.
Very good advice Samantha; I will try it!
I'm doing Weight Watchers. It works !!! I love it.
I totally agree with you, I mean I've try sooo many diets and none of them worked, at least they work for a few month... the only one that really worked was weight watchers because you don't deprive you, you learn how to eat and it's for your entire life. I guess that's what the more difficult at first...
Thanks Sam! This sounds quite similar to BodyTrim which I have been on for years now and it is super easy to maintain and doesn't involve heavy cardio everyday. Just like what your workout sounds like, you just need to get moving :) xxxx
This advice is spot on, I lost 60lbs in the last year by actually eating healthy.
You have always been beautiful but You look even more Fabulous, Your Glowing! Your new lifestyle definitely agrees with you Sam. I am going to check out your brother's channel. Thanks so much for sharing this with us.
Thanks Sam! And well done, because it isn't easy to change your diet!
Congrats Sam you looks fantastic! I don't really do New Years resolutions but I want to get in better shape and this has really inspired me! I will miss my Cheetos though lol
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