I did the stupid diets,yoyo diets,restricting for 30 YEARS!!! When I found the Starch Solution I thought what the heck,I'll try it for a month and see. I was like 57 or 58 at the time. The weight melted off me, I ended up losing 52 lbs. and have kept if off til present day and have NEVER in that time counted calories.What fREEDOM! I have been eating like this for going on 8 yrs. I am now 66 and have NO problem maintaining my weight.Kiki channels like yours and Hannah's, and Plant Based Storm are wonderful and freeing. Thank you for what you do. It is very important. Cheers and Happy New year to you.
I just turned 64! I will have to check out Plant based storm! Thanks! I've been eating whole food plant based since July 2017. I'm 5ft 5 inches and weigh between 115 in Summer and up to120 in winter.
Karen, that is great to hear! I've lost 25 lbs. on calorie restriction the past 6 months but honestly am really tired of counting calories. It's good to see a mature woman has followed this and been successful not counting calories. I'll give it a go...although I am a bit nervous gaining if not counting? Good for you!:)
I seriously cried a few times throughout this because I know it is all true. I was skeptical, but excited about trying this lifestyle and it is amazing! I lowered my cholesterol 38pts in 3 months, lost 20 lbs so far and best of all I came off all of my sleep meds. I also experience seasonal depression and have had so much success with keeping my mood stable throughout the winter so far :) You were a huge inspiration for this! When I found your channel i didnt really have any intention of going plant based, but after seeing all the benefits and how simple it is, my husband and I hopped on board and haven't looked back!
@@brendaghuerta4430 honestly I just did everything kiki said to do and followed the starch solution. I've definitely had treats here and there, but mostly I stick to the 50/50 plate and keep it simple with starches and veggies. I start with oatmeal with berries for breakfast, lunch is usually potatoes or rice with steamed veg. Dinners are usually soups or stir fry. Mostly I just stick to the whole food plant based foods and enjoy them a lot. I would also recommend heading over to the mommy vegan's channel. She does the same thing and with super simple recipes too :)
Just wanted to say thank you for sharing ur story. I have recently read the same books and started my journey on this new life style change. I lost 20lbs the first month and only lost 5lbs the second.. I have actually stopped but im still overweight.. I was just looking a different videos and came across urs! Thank you so much!!! Seriously I knew I was not eating enough veggies as before but u just confirmed it.. I dont ever leave comments lol but I just had to say thank you! Super motivated to get back on track again.
Just starting!!! Since monday I lost 3.5lbs! Can't believe it lol This way of eating is soooo easy and I can't thank you enough for sharing your knowledge.
I feel like you’re telling the story of me. When you said you were terrified of crossing 200 lbs.... that is me. I’m on the border. We have very similar body struggles, same weight and college struggles. After my third daughter, I hit my peak weight and haven’t been able to lose ANY of it and gaining. I’ve gotten to that “analysis paralysis” stage trying to find a way to lose my weight. Never being able to stick with anything. I have a good gut feeling for the first time about this. I’m watching all your videos and reading the book. It will be hard cause I’m a meat and potatoes, Midwestern girl, but I can do this! You’re very inspiring!
I so appreciate what you said about working on your self love first!! I really needed to hear that. As always, you totally rock. Thank you for putting all this love and goodness out into the universe!!
Yup- I lost 50 lbs last year going vegan and hiking. My blood pressure came WAY down also- I was stage 1 hypertensive (160/95) and now it's 118/70. Looking forward to getting my cholesterol checked to see if it came down also- my doctor wanted to put my on Lipitor.
I am going plant based to manage MS. I lost 45 lbs in 5 mo on low carb. However, it was too hard on my body and sent me into an MS flare. I gained most of it back the last year and now I feel awful each time I try to start again. I am planning to follow OMS (plant based, low oil, limited fish) but still want to lose weight. I am 2 days into SS now and feeling fairly good. 😊 Your channel is so helpful.
This is very close to my story except my cholesterol and blood pressure is fine. Couldn’t lose the baby weight, even after nursing for 15 months. Pre baby, I was doing paleo and p90x, looked amazing but didn’t feel good at all. I missed beans and potatoes soooooo much. Did weight watchers and atkins in vain after baby, only 5lbs lost. My baby is now 4 and Im FINALLY getting a sense of normalcy again, so after eating 75% plant based for almost a year, I’m ready to go all in. Im 40lbs over weight for my height so hopefully things improve while following SS. Thanks for your videos Kiki.
I’ve been doing my research so far and I really wanna start. My last straw is the fact that I have high blood pressure now. It was nice hearing you talk about that so that’s very reassuring.
Your chocolate lava cake is delicious! Your advice to keep the focus on health and not weight is really the key to being successful! Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
I'm loving the Eat More, Weigh Less program so far! Such a supportive community and the emphasis on self love is great, I'm going to recommend it to my mom and all my friends :)
Omg! Finally validation. I was on keto and working hard and exercising and lost just a few pounds after a months. I tried every diet known to man. I tried the potato diet for a week and lost 6.8 pounds but potatoes without salt is so restrictive. I also own the Starch Solution but am looking for ways to do it with more flavor. So glad I found your channel. I'm inspired.
Omg!!! Thank you so much for this video. I received The Startch Solution book for Christmas. I've only read a few pages. I've been so curious about how my blood work could possibly be whilst on this lifestyle. I've had high triglycerides for years. I'm excited about this. Thank You.
You really spoke to me. ❤️ Everything you’ve went through is exactly what I’ve gone through as well. Last Dr. Appt my new physician suggested plant based diet. And your video just confirmed that’s what I need to do as well! Thank you so much!
I am already at a healthy weight and was vegetarian by choice for last 6 years. In fall last year I started research on dr macdougal and watched TH-cam on you and high carb Hanna. I did feel at my optimal energy level and had some healthy issues despite being at a healthy weight so I started vegan in October last year since then I lost 6-9 or 10 lbs and go a bit up and down some weeks bc I still incorporate oils at times and do not always stay moderately active as I should but I feel it’s a lifestyle and I’m not rushing to make it happen. I have felt much more energy since going vegan to the point where I can carry my 35 lb daughter a long time I never use to be able to. A lot of my past health issues also improved and I notice the inflation slight swollen thing dairy can cause I have lost I did not even know I had that. Thank you for all your videos they are motivating and you helped me get my energy back after two rough pregnancies and a health scare to where I never knew I will get that energy back!
I'm glad I watched this video because I needed some motivation. I have been following you for quite some time now and I've been plant-based for the last two and a half years after watching a couple of your videos I was following the 50/50 plate and then fell off the wagon and the pandemic and gained all of the weight that I've lost back and some. I started eating out more adding oil back to my diet just doing a whole bunch of things eating all the things I'm not supposed to eat and still plant-based but just eating a lot of junk food and chips and things like that so I am starting my weight loss journey again healthy journey this week and it's hard because I'm the only plant-based person in my household so when they have all the snacks and chips around it's ultimate temptation for me. But wish me luck because I need all of the willpower I can get LOL.
Hi Kiki. Just watched you on The Exam Room with Chuck Carroll. Subscribed and I’m looking forward to following you. I’ve been plant-based vegan for two years but I like to learn from the community and share what we learn.
I'm so happy for you Kiki! I have been watching your videos since you had like 3 on your channel, and it's been so cool to see you grow and share this message with so many people! I love your recipes too, I'm having your cheesy sauce tonight with pasta and broccoli yuuum :)
Thank you so much for sharing everything. I am loving your recipes and making changes already. I really needed a change because my Nutrition wasn't working for me, (keto type stuff,) so I'm really excited to find you and learn from you!
I just found you.. Good job girl!! Ive been veging out over here.. I need to drop 60.. I guess i need to add the rice.. Ive been cutting lots of veggies and baking for hour.. N. Pig out.. Sounded like you in my forties ..now im 56 and 3xs in my life went up.. Lost ton on south beach but 2nd time it didnt work.. Thanks for ur info.. 💟💟💟
Hi Kiki, I came across your video and thought I'd give it a look-see. Then you started talking about Dr McDougall and showed his book "The Starch Solution", and I'm like, oh yeah. Super congratulations on your weight loss. Also enjoyed how thorough you were in describing what you eat and exercise. Such a simple concept, but everything around us pulls us towards eating unhealthy foods. Thank you for your video. (As an aside, are you aware of Robby and Cyrus from Mastering Diabetes?)
Thank you Kiki for another amazing video. Fun to hear track story. Just leaving Aruba were we were able to exercise outside every day & eat amazing fresh food!🏖🥦🍌
I have mainly followed Keto for the last few years, but I am transitioning to plant based nutrition. I just can't handle meats and animal bi products. Thank you for the tips
Love your videos! Starting again today! Your easy meals are the best, most realistic for busy moms!! I get started for about a week and then cave to bad foods. Did you do that at first? Do you ever have things like store bought cookies in your house? What snacks do your kids eat?
Thank u for sharing I understand not everything works for everyone an I’m glad this is out there I love sweet potatoes sm an watermelon in summer an could never fathom giving them up
Hi Kiki! Just wanted to thank you for posting this honest video. Regarding the plant based documentaries that you and your husband have seen, are there any that you recommend? Thanx in advance!
Love watching your videos, thank you for sharing your journey. I have tried like you keto, intermitting fasting act act and always put back my weight, feeling very unhappy with my weight, I walk and jog most of the days, even swim in the sea in winter. But weight isn’t moving even when I am so active. I have recognised biggest problem- its sugar... I make cakes for living and I am surrounded with chocolate, sugar, flour... I have also I have addiction to sugar. I can be really good for few days and then I can’t control it. I bought book “Eat to live “ and I will try again since I love fruit and vegetables... maybe you have tips how to manage cravings? How to stay away from sugar? How did you manage your cravings? Thank you again for your inspiration xx
Wow! I love your husband!! What amazing support he gave you early on!! You should interview him!! So glad you have him in your corner! I know he is on the quiet side, but an interview about spousal support would be helpful!!
I’m totally fine with trying to eat like this again but I cannnnnot how. Day without chocolate I just can’t it makes me happy. Thank you for this video! Hannah got me to losing 30 lbs years ago, then I had a baby, and I was back to my normal weight. But as she got more mobile it becomes exhausting and I couldn’t keep up with dishes so I couldn’t cook, whne I cleaned my dishes I didn’t even want to cook cause I knew I would hate cleaning them lol. I ate takeout everyday multiple times and now I’m at my heaviest weight. It happened so fast I was normal normal normal then just 30 lbs heavier again. I don’t even recognize myself. And I look back at my old videos and photos and I try and make the meals I shed to make and they are just too healthy tasting for me 😭😂 isn’t tying soooo hard lol. Normally I get my daughter and I our own separate burger and large fries to share if we go to harveys (she’s not even 2 and never finishes one ) so I got one and we split it and I just got her some fries and I didn’t have any. I’m still doing things like that, eating what I love but in better portions but I know if I want the full effect I need to start 50/50 again ! Ughhhh I swear right when I hit 25 my metabolism crashed 😂
Thank you for sharing the information you have learned. Thank you to both you and Hannah. I wish everybody well that's able to afford $250 for the program.
DR Greger cookbook and Forks Over Knives APP are great sources of information and recipes. Don’t skip meals and eat well. No one needs to take any money here !
For me, its portions, I can never ever figure out what portions are right for me. Its always too little or too much. So incredibly frustrating. How do you figure it out? Fullness?
I’m working on that as well. The reason I gained so much weight was because I started eating my feelings and my portions were huge. Eating until I felt overstuffed. So this is something I think you just need to play around with until it feels good for you. That’s what I’m trying:) Good luck 💕
Hello beautiful happy new year!! Thank you for another lovely video. Wondering... do you recommend both the starch solution and maximum weight loss or do you think success can be made with just SS?
I sadly have a sweet which is a constant battle. Did you have any difficulties staying on the program in the beginning? I do well for a few days then kind of fall off 🥺
I am very thin and have been vegetarian all my life now but I am prediabetic. I tried your method. I ate 1 cup of beans 1 cup veggies and 1 cup of brown rice. Sauteed. No oil or dressing. Just salt and pepper. After 1 hr my sugar went up to 245. I cant even touch just plain boiled potato. I am not sure what’s happening with me sugar. My sugar stays low only with low carb. I have a sedentary job though.
I have seen some utubes that talk about this...Cyrus kambucha or similar and he tells you to always eat greens with your starch to help with the blood sugar I think. He says that usually it settles down after a week or so. Maybe an appt with a plant based doctor or google cyrus and Robbie barbaro.
Thank you so much for all your videos! You are such an inspiration! Now I am starting out as of January 3, but I do put brown sugar in my oatmeal, is that an issue?
Hello I have been watching your videos! I am long time follower of HCH. I love your videos and would like to know about the starch solution books. I am going to buy one of them at this time and wouldl like your opinion on which to buy first. The Starch Solution or the Maximum weight loss book? Thank so much
But I thought Keto was best? I keep hearing not to eat carbs and only fat to get your body to release the fat, is that wrong? I’m vegan and in my 40s and going through menopause and now I have a huge fat roll on my stomach.. I feel Like shit. I hate the way I look very depressed and nothing works. Please anyone have advice?
Love your recipes & videos, but the audio is not the best. always have such a hard time even on the highest level. can you make some kind of adjustment to you audio. Love you Kiki !!
I started off with keto and paleo too. Now I am on the Starch Solution I am down 90 pounds with still a lot to go, but I am so excited to get there!!! I also got off blood pressure medicine and no longer have anxiety, and GERD!!This way of eating is amazing and I love it so much! I will never look back! Thank you so much for this video!
Thank you for your post. I am 57-58 and have struggled with my weight. I need to lose 50+ pounds and have wondered if this is good for women in our age group as I’ve tried SO many diets and vegan eating So good to read your post. Kiki and Hannah are amazing and I love all of their good vibes, recipes, inspiration, etc. Peace and Love
I’ve watched every one of your videos (some more than once) and revisiting your journey with us is so helpful. I did Orangetheory for almost 6 years until 1.5 years ago when I injured my knee. While I did love it, it was tough on my joints (I’m 56) and so that’s why I’m committed first and foremost to conquering my food, otherwise, I’m just a hamster on a wheel. I’m part of the Eat More Weigh Less community and I know I’ll get it together. I actually eat fairly healthy but not enough for a 180lb+ woman in menopause. 2021 is for me. Mentally. Physically. I’m determined to get it together so I can enjoy my life. I’m so grateful to you and Hannah. I know my journey may be slow but I’m okay with that and prepared for that. Doing the right thing is what really matters.❤️
I went vegetarian a little over a year ago and haven't looked back but I was having a hard time transitioning to fully plant based. I found your channel in December and quickly devoured all of your content. I had never heard of the Starch Solution but I've since bought the book (as well as The McDougall Quick & Easy Cookbook and Plantifully Lean) and decided to dive in for the new year. It's only the second week of the new year but I'm still going strong. I REALLY want to think you for making this way of life doable. For a full time working remotely mom of a 1 and 3 year old (AT HOME), all of the other vegan channels I saw were just too time consuming and complicated for me to implement. I relate to the "lazy/efficient" debate so much. Thank you so much for your content.
I’m 43 and have been struggling with my weight for many years. I started the SS 6 days ago. I’m finding JOY in eating again. Potatoes 😁 so many potatoes 👏🏻 brown rice and lots of it and I’ve dropped 4lbs in the 6days. I’m am about to go on vacation and have ZERO desire to eat out or forget the SS for that time. I plan to move forward and eat my way joyfully to a healthier me.....
Me too! I’m 37 and I finally want to be able to wear the slim fit jeans and leggings I’ve always wanted. When I go out with my kids I’ll be getting a cup of tea (when we can get out again that is) and eating at home xox
I understand where you are coming from. I’m 5 2 and when I started 6 days ago I weighed 193 and now I’m 189. I would like to not have my joints hurt and Id like to be able to play with the grand littles without getting tired!
I just started on this journey when I found you lovely ladies in November. I had been vegetarian for quite a while then vegan more recently, but didn't lose ANY weight and actually gained. I completely switched the way I was eating thanks you and Hannah. I don't get on scales, but my clothes are fitting better, I actually have gone down a size since Thanksgiving and looooove what I'm eating now. My joints don't hurt in the morning when I get out of bed either! Bonus! Thank you for spreading the love!
So glad to read your comment Joy. Years and years of yo-yo dieting, I went vegan a little over a year ago and it started great, but over 2020 to now I have gained 25 pounds on a vegan diet. I only found SS two days ago, so just started this morning. Even on a vegan diet I have tried very hard to avoid carbs, so reading this book has really opened my eyes and I am looking forward to the possibilities of regaining my health.
Great video Kiki! I love how you talk about coming back to the 50/50 for most of your meals as a key to your success for maintaining your weight. I recently watched a health doc on Prime called Beyond Weight Loss (not WFPB, but still interesting); in it they said “don’t let a lapse become a relapse.” I think this is huge for long term success. It’s not about needing to be perfect, it’s about coming back to what works. Thanks for being such a positive voice and inspiration!!!
ugh ok been vegan around 18 years and a few years back was gluten and wheat free lost 30 pounds. trying to get back to that. encourage me!! i know when i give up the processed vegan stuff it helps it’s just i’m always hungry
Not an expert at all because I've only known about this for a week but I've already watched way too many videos on this. Dr McDougal (sp?) said in several videos if you're still hungry then eat more starches.
Your story almost made me cry! We go and try all these these diets and they don’t stick and get discouraged once again. You are my main inspiration on eating this way 😊 I’ve been doing the starch solution since October 2020 and I have lost a lot of fat. It’s crazy. I hope to continue this for a lifetime. Your videos are the best! Thanks for everything!
Thank you so much for sharing with us - I've read the books which is so important and your videos helped bring them to life for me. Wish I could join your group but Christmas and Covid (no job now) hit hard so I'm unable. Congrats on your new endeavor with High Carb Hannah - I know it will be a tremendous success!
I did the stupid diets,yoyo diets,restricting for 30 YEARS!!! When I found the Starch Solution I thought what the heck,I'll try it for a month and see. I was like 57 or 58 at the time. The weight melted off me, I ended up losing 52 lbs. and have kept if off til present day and have NEVER in that time counted calories.What fREEDOM! I have been eating like this for going on 8 yrs. I am now 66 and have NO problem maintaining my weight.Kiki channels like yours and Hannah's, and Plant Based Storm are wonderful and freeing. Thank you for what you do. It is very important. Cheers and Happy New year to you.
I just turned 64! I will have to check out Plant based storm! Thanks! I've been eating whole food plant based since July 2017. I'm 5ft 5 inches and weigh between 115 in Summer and up to120 in winter.
That's awesome Karen. Your story is inspiring.
thats amazing!!!! The starch solution is sooo freeing!!! Thank you for your kind words!
Karen, that is great to hear! I've lost 25 lbs. on calorie restriction the past 6 months but honestly am really tired of counting calories. It's good to see a mature woman has followed this and been successful not counting calories. I'll give it a go...although I am a bit nervous gaining if not counting? Good for you!:)
Thats amazing👏👏👏👏
I seriously cried a few times throughout this because I know it is all true. I was skeptical, but excited about trying this lifestyle and it is amazing! I lowered my cholesterol 38pts in 3 months, lost 20 lbs so far and best of all I came off all of my sleep meds. I also experience seasonal depression and have had so much success with keeping my mood stable throughout the winter so far :) You were a huge inspiration for this! When I found your channel i didnt really have any intention of going plant based, but after seeing all the benefits and how simple it is, my husband and I hopped on board and haven't looked back!
Jenny Bamford omg ! I have everything you mentioned 😟 I just don’t know where to start , also I was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism 2 months ago 😢
@@brendaghuerta4430 honestly I just did everything kiki said to do and followed the starch solution. I've definitely had treats here and there, but mostly I stick to the 50/50 plate and keep it simple with starches and veggies. I start with oatmeal with berries for breakfast, lunch is usually potatoes or rice with steamed veg. Dinners are usually soups or stir fry. Mostly I just stick to the whole food plant based foods and enjoy them a lot. I would also recommend heading over to the mommy vegan's channel. She does the same thing and with super simple recipes too :)
Just wanted to say thank you for sharing ur story. I have recently read the same books and started my journey on this new life style change. I lost 20lbs the first month and only lost 5lbs the second.. I have actually stopped but im still overweight.. I was just looking a different videos and came across urs! Thank you so much!!! Seriously I knew I was not eating enough veggies as before but u just confirmed it.. I dont ever leave comments lol but I just had to say thank you! Super motivated to get back on track again.
Just starting!!! Since monday I lost 3.5lbs! Can't believe it lol This way of eating is soooo easy and I can't thank you enough for sharing your knowledge.
I feel like you’re telling the story of me. When you said you were terrified of crossing 200 lbs.... that is me. I’m on the border. We have very similar body struggles, same weight and college struggles. After my third daughter, I hit my peak weight and haven’t been able to lose ANY of it and gaining. I’ve gotten to that “analysis paralysis” stage trying to find a way to lose my weight. Never being able to stick with anything. I have a good gut feeling for the first time about this. I’m watching all your videos and reading the book. It will be hard cause I’m a meat and potatoes, Midwestern girl, but I can do this! You’re very inspiring!
You got this!! Good luck and good energy on your journey!
I so appreciate what you said about working on your self love first!! I really needed to hear that. As always, you totally rock. Thank you for putting all this love and goodness out into the universe!!
You are so welcome!
Dear Plantiful, I saw your interview on the Physicians Committee. You look very beautiful now and I wish you all the best. Keep it up.
Yup- I lost 50 lbs last year going vegan and hiking. My blood pressure came WAY down also- I was stage 1 hypertensive (160/95) and now it's 118/70. Looking forward to getting my cholesterol checked to see if it came down also- my doctor wanted to put my on Lipitor.
I am going plant based to manage MS. I lost 45 lbs in 5 mo on low carb. However, it was too hard on my body and sent me into an MS flare. I gained most of it back the last year and now I feel awful each time I try to start again. I am planning to follow OMS (plant based, low oil, limited fish) but still want to lose weight. I am 2 days into SS now and feeling fairly good. 😊 Your channel is so helpful.
Good luck, please keep us updated on your journey, it will really help a lot of ppl
This is very close to my story except my cholesterol and blood pressure is fine. Couldn’t lose the baby weight, even after nursing for 15 months. Pre baby, I was doing paleo and p90x, looked amazing but didn’t feel good at all. I missed beans and potatoes soooooo much. Did weight watchers and atkins in vain after baby, only 5lbs lost. My baby is now 4 and Im FINALLY getting a sense of normalcy again, so after eating 75% plant based for almost a year, I’m ready to go all in. Im 40lbs over weight for my height so hopefully things improve while following SS. Thanks for your videos Kiki.
Thanks so much for taking time to share this!
My pleasure!
I just love how down to earth you are. Struggling to stay on track with depression and winter but I did sign up for EMWL.
I’ve been doing my research so far and I really wanna start. My last straw is the fact that I have high blood pressure now. It was nice hearing you talk about that so that’s very reassuring.
You are so genuine and inspiring. I love your cookbook! Keep on girl! You are truly helping others!
Your chocolate lava cake is delicious! Your advice to keep the focus on health and not weight is really the key to being successful! Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
I'm loving the Eat More, Weigh Less program so far! Such a supportive community and the emphasis on self love is great, I'm going to recommend it to my mom and all my friends :)
Thanks, Kiki! So helpful. I've lost about 34 pounds since March and would still like to lose another 10-15. Starting a Mary's Mini on Sunday! :)
wow you've done amazing!! Sending you my best wishes!
@@PlantifulKiki Thank you!! You've played a huge part in my success. Bless you!
Omg! Finally validation. I was on keto and working hard and exercising and lost just a few pounds after a months. I tried every diet known to man. I tried the potato diet for a week and lost 6.8 pounds but potatoes without salt is so restrictive. I also own the Starch Solution but am looking for ways to do it with more flavor. So glad I found your channel. I'm inspired.
Omg!!! Thank you so much for this video. I received The Startch Solution book for Christmas. I've only read a few pages. I've been so curious about how my blood work could possibly be whilst on this lifestyle. I've had high triglycerides for years. I'm excited about this. Thank You.
You really spoke to me. ❤️ Everything you’ve went through is exactly what I’ve gone through as well. Last Dr. Appt my new physician suggested plant based diet. And your video just confirmed that’s what I need to do as well! Thank you so much!
yes, i'm really glad you re-do these videos b/c i love to just refresh my motivations, methods, etc. thank you kiki
Our weight gain stories are very similar. I am so thankful I found you and Hannah or I would still be lost. Thank you
I am already at a healthy weight and was vegetarian by choice for last 6 years. In fall last year I started research on dr macdougal and watched TH-cam on you and high carb Hanna. I did feel at my optimal energy level and had some healthy issues despite being at a healthy weight so I started vegan in October last year since then I lost 6-9 or 10 lbs and go a bit up and down some weeks bc I still incorporate oils at times and do not always stay moderately active as I should but I feel it’s a lifestyle and I’m not rushing to make it happen. I have felt much more energy since going vegan to the point where I can carry my 35 lb daughter a long time I never use to be able to. A lot of my past health issues also improved and I notice the inflation slight swollen thing dairy can cause I have lost I did not even know I had that. Thank you for all your videos they are motivating and you helped me get my energy back after two rough pregnancies and a health scare to where I never knew I will get that energy back!
I love how you explain things Kiki. I'm beginning The Starch Solution this year. Thank you for sharing and keeping us motivated 🙏❤️
Just got the Starch Solution because of you! I feel like you should be getting a cut of these book sales!!
I'm glad I watched this video because I needed some motivation. I have been following you for quite some time now and I've been plant-based for the last two and a half years after watching a couple of your videos I was following the 50/50 plate and then fell off the wagon and the pandemic and gained all of the weight that I've lost back and some. I started eating out more adding oil back to my diet just doing a whole bunch of things eating all the things I'm not supposed to eat and still plant-based but just eating a lot of junk food and chips and things like that so I am starting my weight loss journey again healthy journey this week and it's hard because I'm the only plant-based person in my household so when they have all the snacks and chips around it's ultimate temptation for me. But wish me luck because I need all of the willpower I can get LOL.
So thankful for all your insight. I am changing little but little my way of eating ❤️
Thank you for sharing! You have been one of my inspirations to go plant-based. It has helped me a lot with my weight and body.
Hi Kiki. Just watched you on The Exam Room with Chuck Carroll. Subscribed and I’m looking forward to following you. I’ve been plant-based vegan for two years but I like to learn from the community and share what we learn.
P.S. Greetings from Australia!
Thank you Kiki. I always look forward to your videos.
I'm so happy for you Kiki! I have been watching your videos since you had like 3 on your channel, and it's been so cool to see you grow and share this message with so many people! I love your recipes too, I'm having your cheesy sauce tonight with pasta and broccoli yuuum :)
I love see Nacho in your videos!!
Thank you so much for sharing everything. I am loving your recipes and making changes already. I really needed a change because my Nutrition wasn't working for me, (keto type stuff,) so I'm really excited to find you and learn from you!
I just found you.. Good job girl!! Ive been veging out over here.. I need to drop 60.. I guess i need to add the rice.. Ive been cutting lots of veggies and baking for hour.. N. Pig out.. Sounded like you in my forties ..now im 56 and 3xs in my life went up.. Lost ton on south beach but 2nd time it didnt work.. Thanks for ur info.. 💟💟💟
Thank you for the kind way you share your story and I'm inspired!
Hi Kiki, I came across your video and thought I'd give it a look-see. Then you started talking about Dr McDougall and showed his book "The Starch Solution", and I'm like, oh yeah. Super congratulations on your weight loss. Also enjoyed how thorough you were in describing what you eat and exercise. Such a simple concept, but everything around us pulls us towards eating unhealthy foods. Thank you for your video. (As an aside, are you aware of Robby and Cyrus from Mastering Diabetes?)
Thank you Kiki for another amazing video. Fun to hear track story. Just leaving Aruba were we were able to exercise outside every day & eat amazing fresh food!🏖🥦🍌
I have mainly followed Keto for the last few years, but I am transitioning to plant based nutrition. I just can't handle meats and animal bi products. Thank you for the tips
Thanks for keeping us motivated! You rock!
Love your videos! Starting again today! Your easy meals are the best, most realistic for busy moms!! I get started for about a week and then cave to bad foods. Did you do that at first? Do you ever have things like store bought cookies in your house? What snacks do your kids eat?
Thank u for sharing I understand not everything works for everyone an I’m glad this is out there I love sweet potatoes sm an watermelon in summer an could never fathom giving them up
Thanks tor sharing. What great progress you’ve made!
Thank you!
Hi Kiki!
Just wanted to thank you for posting this honest video.
Regarding the plant based documentaries that you and your husband have seen, are there any that you recommend?
Thanx in advance!
I love DR. M. Thank you!!! You are beautiful!!!!
Love watching your videos, thank you for sharing your journey. I have tried like you keto, intermitting fasting act act and always put back my weight, feeling very unhappy with my weight, I walk and jog most of the days, even swim in the sea in winter. But weight isn’t moving even when I am so active. I have recognised biggest problem- its sugar... I make cakes for living and I am surrounded with chocolate, sugar, flour... I have also I have addiction to sugar. I can be really good for few days and then I can’t control it. I bought book “Eat to live “ and I will try again since I love fruit and vegetables... maybe you have tips how to manage cravings? How to stay away from sugar? How did you manage your cravings? Thank you again for your inspiration xx
Wow! I love your husband!! What amazing support he gave you early on!! You should interview him!! So glad you have him in your corner! I know he is on the quiet side, but an interview about spousal support would be helpful!!
We have the same dog. Mine is called Bagel.
I have a guinea pig named bagel!
do you know if this diet will work on hypothyroidism? or do any of the books that you read have details on it?
Some plant based doctors say cutting out gluten if you have hypothyroidism is key
Have you ever heard of any issues eating HCLF and fertility?
You are so generous, so beautiful.... thank you for all your efforts toward making the world a better place. Nothing but respect. :0)
That was very motivating for me. I was falling off the wagon after the holidays.
I’m totally fine with trying to eat like this again but I cannnnnot how. Day without chocolate I just can’t it makes me happy. Thank you for this video! Hannah got me to losing 30 lbs years ago, then I had a baby, and I was back to my normal weight. But as she got more mobile it becomes exhausting and I couldn’t keep up with dishes so I couldn’t cook, whne I cleaned my dishes I didn’t even want to cook cause I knew I would hate cleaning them lol. I ate takeout everyday multiple times and now I’m at my heaviest weight. It happened so fast I was normal normal normal then just 30 lbs heavier again. I don’t even recognize myself. And I look back at my old videos and photos and I try and make the meals I shed to make and they are just too healthy tasting for me 😭😂 isn’t tying soooo hard lol. Normally I get my daughter and I our own separate burger and large fries to share if we go to harveys (she’s not even 2 and never finishes one ) so I got one and we split it and I just got her some fries and I didn’t have any. I’m still doing things like that, eating what I love but in better portions but I know if I want the full effect I need to start 50/50 again ! Ughhhh I swear right when I hit 25 my metabolism crashed 😂
Thank you for sharing the information you have learned. Thank you to both you and Hannah. I wish everybody well that's able to afford $250 for the program.
DR Greger cookbook and Forks Over Knives APP are great sources of information and recipes. Don’t skip meals and eat well. No one needs to take any money here !
Great video, love these videos! x
For me, its portions, I can never ever figure out what portions are right for me. Its always too little or too much. So incredibly frustrating. How do you figure it out? Fullness?
when I first started it took me a while to figure it out, its like my body felt confused lol. but I eat until im pretty full:)
@@PlantifulKiki oh okay so not like stomach protruding full
I’m working on that as well. The reason I gained so much weight was because I started eating my feelings and my portions were huge. Eating until I felt overstuffed. So this is something I think you just need to play around with until it feels good for you. That’s what I’m trying:) Good luck 💕
Hello beautiful happy new year!! Thank you for another lovely video. Wondering... do you recommend both the starch solution and maximum weight loss or do you think success can be made with just SS?
Great video!
Thank you for this. Super inspiring
Happy New Year! Just what I need! Day two of plantbased again 🤭 well no sugar 😥
Happy new year!! you will do great! its a journey!
If you need help letting go of sugar
Read ... pure white and deadly
awesome video - thank you for the info
I sadly have a sweet which is a constant battle. Did you have any difficulties staying on the program in the beginning? I do well for a few days then kind of fall off 🥺
Thanks for the great information
Hi🙂 love hearing your story. You and Hannah are so inspiring. Do you recommend eating this way during pregnancy? Nursing? Thanks
Dr. McDougall has a TH-cam video about this! Search on TH-cam “Dr. McDougall Pregnancy and children” :)
@@jaidareece2693awesome 👌 thank you so much! 💗
I am very thin and have been vegetarian all my life now but I am prediabetic. I tried your method. I ate 1 cup of beans 1 cup veggies and 1 cup of brown rice. Sauteed. No oil or dressing. Just salt and pepper. After 1 hr my sugar went up to 245. I cant even touch just plain boiled potato. I am not sure what’s happening with me sugar. My sugar stays low only with low carb. I have a sedentary job though.
I have seen some utubes that talk about this...Cyrus kambucha or similar and he tells you to always eat greens with your starch to help with the blood sugar I think. He says that usually it settles down after a week or so. Maybe an appt with a plant based doctor or google cyrus and Robbie barbaro.
Really good video!
One other book to consider ‘“Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease” by Dr Esselstyn
Thank you so much for all your videos! You are such an inspiration! Now I am starting out as of January 3, but I do put brown sugar in my oatmeal, is that an issue?
Clicked on your course, but I couldnt get any sound? Filled in the message, hope to hear from somebody xxx
I'm a big fan of Dr. Mcdougall . Which book do you recommend best? Thanks.
Can you use this if you are diabetic or pre diabetic
Gorgeous style 💁♀️
Thank you!!
@@PlantifulKiki 😊😊😊
what air fryer do you use? I like the 3 wire baskets! Please tell me!!!
Hello I have been watching your videos! I am long time follower of HCH. I love your videos and would like to know about the starch solution books. I am going to buy one of them at this time and wouldl like your opinion on which to buy first. The Starch Solution or the Maximum weight loss book? Thank so much
Tfs very informative x
Take care x
You have amazing skin!
♥️ ☀️ Goooo Kiki!!!
But I thought Keto was best? I keep hearing not to eat carbs and only fat to get your body to release the fat, is that wrong? I’m vegan and in my 40s and going through menopause and now I have a huge fat roll on my stomach.. I feel
Like shit. I hate the way I look very depressed and nothing works. Please anyone have advice?
Where did you get that sweater,thanks
Is honey allowed on the starch solution?
Where did you get your leggings? The brown color is so pretty.
Great video. U look amazing!
I can't find the linked info.
Thank you for sharing! Do you use an instapot? I got one for christmas and need ideas.
Hannah has a cookbook on instantpot recipes 👍
@@StarchWithPlants Thank you
Love your recipes & videos, but the audio is not the best. always have such a hard time even on the highest level. can you make some kind of adjustment to you audio. Love you Kiki !!
Did u eat salt and spices ?
Yay!
I started off with keto and paleo too. Now I am on the Starch Solution I am down 90 pounds with still a lot to go, but I am so excited to get there!!! I also got off blood pressure medicine and no longer have anxiety, and GERD!!This way of eating is amazing and I love it so much! I will never look back! Thank you so much for this video!
Thank you for your post. I am 57-58 and have struggled with my weight. I need to lose 50+ pounds and have wondered if this is good for women in our age group as I’ve tried SO many diets and vegan eating So good to read your post. Kiki and Hannah are amazing and I love all of their good vibes, recipes, inspiration, etc. Peace and Love
@@deedeewallin8545 Kiki and Hannah are great! Also check out Plant Based Storm she is a sweetie. good luck to you!
Wow! How long has it taken you to lose 90? I need to lose about 70-90.
@@katherinetaylor6 Hi when I first started eating this way I lost weight super fast but now it is slow and consistent. About a year.
@@deedeewallin8545 it is definitely for us, absolutely for any age. It isn’t a fad like many others. Best of luck 🌞
Lol. I had the same thought...”I’m Latina. I can’t eat a potato.” Now I’m off all of my meds.
I lost with the Starch Solution about 30 lbs. And i kept it off for now one year. In my opinion the best diet and lifestyle.
Love your channel Kiki 🤗
thank you! and yes the starch solution is the best!!
Your husband is lovely for supporting you. You look amazing x
Thank you so much!
I’ve watched every one of your videos (some more than once) and revisiting your journey with us is so helpful. I did Orangetheory for almost 6 years until 1.5 years ago when I injured my knee. While I did love it, it was tough on my joints (I’m 56) and so that’s why I’m committed first and foremost to conquering my food, otherwise, I’m just a hamster on a wheel. I’m part of the Eat More Weigh Less community and I know I’ll get it together. I actually eat fairly healthy but not enough for a 180lb+ woman in menopause. 2021 is for me. Mentally. Physically. I’m determined to get it together so I can enjoy my life. I’m so grateful to you and Hannah. I know my journey may be slow but I’m okay with that and prepared for that. Doing the right thing is what really matters.❤️
She is telling her story until 10:53. Then she starts the how she did it. I love her videos.
Thank you
Thank you like damm she talks alott
I went vegetarian a little over a year ago and haven't looked back but I was having a hard time transitioning to fully plant based. I found your channel in December and quickly devoured all of your content. I had never heard of the Starch Solution but I've since bought the book (as well as The McDougall Quick & Easy Cookbook and Plantifully Lean) and decided to dive in for the new year. It's only the second week of the new year but I'm still going strong. I REALLY want to think you for making this way of life doable. For a full time working remotely mom of a 1 and 3 year old (AT HOME), all of the other vegan channels I saw were just too time consuming and complicated for me to implement. I relate to the "lazy/efficient" debate so much. Thank you so much for your content.
I’m 43 and have been struggling with my weight for many years. I started the SS 6 days ago. I’m finding JOY in eating again. Potatoes 😁 so many potatoes 👏🏻 brown rice and lots of it and I’ve dropped 4lbs in the 6days. I’m am about to go on vacation and have ZERO desire to eat out or forget the SS for that time. I plan to move forward and eat my way joyfully to a healthier me.....
Me too! I’m 37 and I finally want to be able to wear the slim fit jeans and leggings I’ve always wanted. When I go out with my kids I’ll be getting a cup of tea (when we can get out again that is) and eating at home xox
I understand where you are coming from. I’m 5 2 and when I started 6 days ago I weighed 193 and now I’m 189. I would like to not have my joints hurt and Id like to be able to play with the grand littles without getting tired!
I just started on this journey when I found you lovely ladies in November. I had been vegetarian for quite a while then vegan more recently, but didn't lose ANY weight and actually gained. I completely switched the way I was eating thanks you and Hannah. I don't get on scales, but my clothes are fitting better, I actually have gone down a size since Thanksgiving and looooove what I'm eating now. My joints don't hurt in the morning when I get out of bed either! Bonus! Thank you for spreading the love!
So glad to read your comment Joy. Years and years of yo-yo dieting, I went vegan a little over a year ago and it started great, but over 2020 to now I have gained 25 pounds on a vegan diet. I only found SS two days ago, so just started this morning. Even on a vegan diet I have tried very hard to avoid carbs, so reading this book has really opened my eyes and I am looking forward to the possibilities of regaining my health.
Great video Kiki! I love how you talk about coming back to the 50/50 for most of your meals as a key to your success for maintaining your weight. I recently watched a health doc on Prime called Beyond Weight Loss (not WFPB, but still interesting); in it they said “don’t let a lapse become a relapse.” I think this is huge for long term success. It’s not about needing to be perfect, it’s about coming back to what works. Thanks for being such a positive voice and inspiration!!!
ugh ok been vegan around 18 years and a few years back was gluten and wheat free lost 30 pounds. trying to get back to that. encourage me!! i know when i give up the processed vegan stuff it helps it’s just i’m always hungry
Not an expert at all because I've only known about this for a week but I've already watched way too many videos on this. Dr McDougal (sp?) said in several videos if you're still hungry then eat more starches.
Your story almost made me cry! We go and try all these these diets and they don’t stick and get discouraged once again. You are my main inspiration on eating this way 😊 I’ve been doing the starch solution since October 2020 and I have lost a lot of fat. It’s crazy. I hope to continue this for a lifetime. Your videos are the best! Thanks for everything!
Thank you so much for sharing with us - I've read the books which is so important and your videos helped bring them to life for me. Wish I could join your group but Christmas and Covid (no job now) hit hard so I'm unable. Congrats on your new endeavor with High Carb Hannah - I know it will be a tremendous success!
You are so welcome! and thank you so much!
I’m so happy that the community is not on FB. I’m going to join
Same! That was my big concern too because I'm not on FB and now I'm like.... I don't have an excuse to not join now haha
how do you join the community?
@@leahmariah47 I’m not sure what they mean either. Presume they mean the subscriber community. I’m not on Facebook either.
I love when you post new videos! Thanks for the helpful info!
Glad you like them!