Good for you lovely girl. I’m a 62-year-old woman I’ve only sorted this thing out in the past two or three years… over 45 years of eating disorders and misery I got there in the end but you sorted it out much sooner.Well done!❤️
You are beautiful! I'm glad you found your balance. We as women have to support and not tear each other down. You have a great family and spirit! Keep looking forward and not backwards.
If you hadn't been through the hardest part, you would not have appreciated the place you got to. Never be ashamed of mistakes because life is about the journey.
You are being way too hard in yourself ❤ You were just a kid on her own for the first time.. You had a ton of company...we all did that in our early years of being on our own...be kind to yourself ❤ You are beautiful
Thanks for sharing Erin. What you look like: your body, hair, makeup, etc, doesn't matter. You have a beautiful soul. That's what we all see. A gentle, kind, woman who is purposefully trying to better herself. That's a positive way to live and inspire.
I love the way you explained things towards the end: "your body may be getting food, but it's not getting fuel". So simple but powerful to think about. I've been vegan for a few months now and I feel better than I ever have! Thank you for the content you put out, I am loving it so far!
I'm 60 this year and have been WFPB for the past 10 years. My journey is similar to yours and it is awesome that you came to a WFPB lifestyle so early in your life! I wish I had know about it sooner in my life but all roads have led me to where I am and I'm totally happy about that! Life really is a journey and through it all, we've been able to raise our 4 children (mainly in Asia: China, Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong and Taiwan) to become awesome adults now and that's what's important to me. We've traveled the world, including all 7 continents, and appreciate all of the earth's beauties and love to hike, bike, ski and scuba dive. Now that we're at this stage, we can go on humanitarian missions and recently returned from 18 months in Egypt. A strong faith in God and gratitude for all we have is what makes us happy and keeps us going. Thanks for sharing your beautiful story! You are so brave!! Even though you don't know me, I enjoy following you and I just have to say, "I'm so proud of you!!" :)
@@carrierainwater3678 So many WFPB experts talk about how much it helps with menopause symptoms but honestly, I haven't completely found that to be true for me! I have found that following Menopause Taylor on TH-cam has been the best help for understanding how to handle the symptoms of menopause. Dr. Barbie Taylor is a OB/GYN who specializes in menopause and she provides a real education through her free videos. I have watched them all and highly recommend her videos!
@@carrierainwater3678 yes it helps having no animal hormones & progesterone/oestrogen changes with menopause. Agnus castus (Vitex) & Black cohosh are also great supplements to take for menopause.
You go girl, I started my Journey when I was 50 years old, both my sons are vegans too. It feels so good. It is never to late to become healthier. 💕😉🥰 by the way I am 61 years old now.
Thank you for that ,I’m approaching 50 and I just started a vegetarian diet and hopefully going vegan one day but having doubt if it’s to little too late but you seems like you’re in a good place
Loved hearing your story! I'm a 48 year young pescatarian. Your video is my motivation now for my vegan change and educating myself more. I started following you and can't wait to watch more! ♥️🤗
Oh honey, you're beautiful inside and out😘😘 I'm so sorry that some memories make you cry but just know you're inspiring thousands of young women out here, me included. Watching you all the way in Kenya and I watch you, Dusty, Max and Bo and feel so refreshed! Thank you Erin and we love you😊😊
Thank you for this video, Erin. I cried with you--I've struggled with weight/restricting issues. I am now 27 whole food plant based almost 4 years, not restricting, not being too hard on myself, loving the journey and never felt better! You are such an inspiration! Sending love to you and your family!
Thank you for your story....I went from 240+ to 98 pounds before we learned I was allergic to animal products. We didn't know why I was losing so much weight and was sent to Shands Cancer Research hospital at the University of Florida. I was dying of severe malutrition (literally) and we didn't know why. Since going wfpb, I've regained my health....going on 5 years plant based and loving it. I understand your anxiety!
Hi, thank you for sharing your experience. I am 55 years old, went vegan 28 years ago with my first baby - did the "Fit for Life" it was called by the Diamond couple. Made me loose a lot of weight and although I had two healthy babies within 22 months which I breastfed a long time as well, I was very skinny. I understand your fear of comments, Erin. After everyone around me nagging, I started eating "normally" again - what is normal after all - and gained weight. However, I seem to have a natural tendency to be at least veg if not vegan. Vegan probably because I do not have access to fresh, unspoilt produce (I live on a remote island), and the commercial stuff disgusts me. The idea of animals being tortured, the environment being completely polluted by packing and transporting for us to consume products that comes from unhappy creatures who have been treated with hormones and antibiotics is just not going down well with me. Having said this, I am struggling with my weight for 2 years now. Originally, it started off with what they call "cancer" in my stomach. I have my own opinion about the whole thing which I will not go in depth here. I went plant-based again right away, cutting out the little animal products I did (love my cheese). Lost nearly 30kg's on 1,78m (sorry I am metric) and at 51kg's, definitely underweight. However, I do feel good and know that my weight will change again. I did everything naturally and eventually and very slowly feel better. A lot of work on my thoughts as well, without this, you cannot make it. We can poison ourselves from inside and this is the advice I would like to give you, Erin: please distance yourself emotionally from your body image. Do not put too much emphasize on it. You are doing what you "should" do, fair enough. But you must do what is good for you, and by judging this, you should be free from all emotions related to your body. There are techniques for that, I am sure you will find out. If you have a hard time doing this, the problem goes further and you have to go more in-depth. The experience I made is that I am being loved even if I do not "produce" or achieve anything great, which is a wonderful feeling. However, it can be a painful process, too, but it is very rewarding in the end, freeing you from any emotional stress, and completely liberating you. Well done for what you do, thank you!
I suffered from uterine fibroids- a rather extreme case - for over 10 years and had four surgeries in that time- 2 fairly major. I used to have periods so bad that I would be severely anemic and had to get iron infusions at the hospital in order to recover enough for my next period- and then took some VERY strong hormones to force menopause until I had surgery. It was extremely an extremely difficult time and very difficult to deal with. After the last surgery, less than six months later my symptoms were starting to come back. I, by coincidence, decided to try being vegan (I follow the Starch Solution when possible), and my next period was SO MUCH BETTER that I knew there was no going back. Now when I have dairy, which I do once in a while, I get hives. Same with eggs. I've lost some weight (I still have work to do), but there is no doubt in my mind that this is a healthier way to go, and I wish more women who have issues with hormones / acne, etc would try it. I also got COMPLETELY off any hormones of any kind. My period is now regular. My hair started to improve once I got off the hormones, and now I have the great hair I had when I was younger again. It's been HUGE. I can't overstate the positive impact.
This video has me in tears BECAUSE I resonate so much with it!! I am the person you were before, I am 50lbs overweight, overwhelmed, anxiety, horrible bowel issues and digestion, inflammation and fluid retention etc. Your videos have inspired me so much! I actually just cleaned out ALL animal products and crud from our kitchen. I bought all vegan/plant based groceries and restocked and I am so stoked to start this journey!! Thank you for sharing and being raw about your story. You are so beautiful inside and out! Thank you thank you thank you ❤❤❤
Thank you so much for this video! I struggled with orthorexia and anorexia as a teenager. I was slowly killing myself and was hospitalized for a while at one point. I found veganism and it saved me!! I finally felt good eating and became healthier and happier than ever. I was told I had damaged myself so much I wouldn't be able to get pregnant...but here I am with a healthy happy six month old and had a perfect pregnancy and birth. Thank you again for sharing and I seriously love your channel ❤️
I am in tears and when you broke down, I really did too. You are such an inspiration and so beautiful and positive. Don't be ashamed or apologize for the time in your life where you were young...you grew from it and it is ok to make mistakes and learn. I want to hug you!
Thank you for sharing your story! You are beautiful and look healthy! I have recently gone WFPB for health reasons and a lot of what you shared about your symptoms have been the same for me. I’ve had asthma since I was a child and have been on inhalers since then, but within a week of going plant based, I was off all medications. I can breathe! Lots of other issues clear up for me as well... brain fog, migraines, allergies, PCOS, body aches, dermatitis and other stuff. I am in the process of a transformation and hope to make a video on that in a few months. Eating WFPB, drinking a gallon of water a day, and weight training with heavy weights is making a tremendous impact on my health and body! I really appreciate you sharing your story, it is inspiring! 💗
I've been following your channel for awhile now, but somehow missed this video. You're so brave for posting this one. It is so transparent and heartfelt. I'm so sorry you had to endure such mental burden. I went through postpartum not knowing what I had and suffered from horrible anxiety and panic attacks. I completely understand what you had to deal with. I have so much respect for you and I appreciate you. Thanks for you, your channel and your beautiful family.
girl dont be mad at yourself!! everything is a learning experience and everything in your past brought you to where you are today. thank you for openly and courageously sharing your journey with us. what an honor!!
Gosh Erin, I have never wanted to reach out and hug someone as much as I did when I watched this video. Well done for sharing this, I have a similar story to tell from my late teens/early 20s at university (college) when I would eat cereal for breakfast and lunch, then a period of eating lots of white pasta and oils because it was quick to make and cheap. I am sure many people will identify with different parts of your journey. You have done so well and you continue to offer such an inspirational channel. I have personally learnt a lot about health and nutrition and tried foods that I have not tried before as a result of your content. A great big thank you from me x
This video is what finally made me subscribe to your channel. I have watched many of your videos in the last couple of years, and listening to your story and how closely it resinates with mine has finally caused me to press that button. All that is left to say is...... THANK YOU
Hi Erin. I came upon your video just by scrolling. I watched the whole video and found it to be very inspiring and real. Your journey through life, along with the ups and downs resonates with so many of us. I’m so happy you worked through the ups and downs and came out on top. You have a beautiful family. Your baby is absolutely adorable. What a blessing. You are beautiful. Keep up the good work. The results are encouraging and helpful to us all.
This is wonderful because those of us who have health problems ONLY listen to people who hav overcome adversity. We never listen to people who hav had smooth sailing. Thank you for this! And you look absolutely great by the way.
I can relate with you in regards to your journey. I have been vegan for over 4 years. Still suffering from depression. Im working on it. Thank you for sharing your story. ♥️
I don’t normally comment on videos but it broke my heart when you started crying, simply because I feel that you’ve changed for the good but you’ve allowed this one moment in your whole entire life to affect you as it has. Please forgive yourself for not knowing what you wanted in life. You were so young and still are so l believe you should accept that part of your life because of it you ended up where you are now. Happy, healthy and beautiful inside and out. Ps i totally have the issues with fiber, sooo I get it, but it’s OK. I’m a work in progress. And that’s the key to everything as I see it as long as we progress to healthy and choose the right things for our body we are doing what is needed.
Thank you Erin for telling your story. I have been on this love hate journey for four years. I hate consuming animal products but I have not gotten the courage to completely give them up from fear of becoming lacking in some areas of nutrition. I have been on high blood pressure medication for four years. My last two pregnancies ended up with me having gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, with my three year old and eclampsia with my two year old. I watch your videos and pray that one day I can take the jump to better my health. It's hard when everyone around you has nothing but negative things to say about the vegan/ plant based lifestyle. I just wanted to say thanks again for what you do.
Erin, you just so inspired me to use the plant based diet to heal my anxiety! This channel is such a God send to me. And breastfeeding is so amazing for babe and mom...I nursed my little guy for four years! My weight was never a problem when nursing...
You are so amazing and have nothing to be ashamed of because you have learned so through your past. You are an inspiration to me and so many people. You are beautiful inside and out!
Erin, you are an inspiration for many people. Takes a strong woman to share your story and you did it beautifully. I start following your channel few months ago and love it. Great energy, positive attitude towards food, exercise, mental health. Keep it coming. You guys are awesome!
This touched my heart so deeply and of course I cried along with you. So much of this resonates with me, thank you for sharing your story and helping to educate us on the facts about plant based eating and whole foods... I have struggled the last 7 years with gaining weight, grief, menopause, life's ups and downs with some hardships.. and with the weight gain feeling uncomfortable not like myself. Floundering a bit too with it all. I am excited to have found your channel, and to learn more. You are absolutely beautiful and transparent, I am happy you found your balance and healthy lifestyle. Amazing! xoxo
Erin, thank you for your honesty and vulnerability. I watched your video while sitting at my desk at work binge eating yet again after promising myself I would "start over tomorrow". But that never lasts and the binge eating continues. I feel terrible about myself and who I am at this point in my life, at 57 and worried about my health. I've gained 40 pounds in the last 6 years and after watching your video and listening to your story, I truly feel inspired to start making changes to my life and working toward being vegan and eating a healthy plant-based life. Thank you for sharing your story and being an inspiration.
Stay strong girl. There are no such a thing as bad or shameful experiences...but instead lessons we learn throughout our journey. If you hadn’t experienced the ups and downs of leaving plant base clean lifestyle, you wouldn’t have been where you currently are. You look amazing! I, my self am trying to get back in shape. I used to run and workout but stopped because it was difficult to juggle motherhood and trying to get back in shape. ❤️
Quit beating yourself up; you are beautiful. I am 61 and just in the last few years have started to really associate what I eat with my health. I have lost over 100 lbs, but have a ways to go and I found your video inspiring.
You can give yourself permission to forgive yourself, Erin. Every part of your journey is important. Your past experiences help you have empathy with the people you’re helping now. Love this channel by the way.
Erin you are so inspirational !! Thanks for sharing your story & being so honest... Keep doing what you're doing & being such a strong woman. Much Love & Respect xxx
Holy moly!!!! Finally someone is reflecting back to me what I’ve been experiencing. I’m 33 and struggling especially following a separation/divorce. Thank you so much for this!!!!
Thank you so much for sharing your story. We all love a linear 'fat to fit' kind of tale. But the truth is our lives are not linear. We are all figuring things out and to acknowledge previous misconceptions and to learn from our experiences is such a powerful gift! All the best to you and your family! 🙏🏻✨
This is the best video I’ve ever seen. I have a disgusting relationship with food. I can’t seem to get it together. I’m 62 years old and still struggle. I’ve had a gastric bypass, done the 700 calorie a day diet during the seventies, was vegan for two years and lost weight, but I ate processed stuff, and now I’m off it eating everything. Meat, cheese, you name it. I know better, but I do it anyway. I’m trying to understand it but I can’t. It’s like I hate myself or something. When you cried, I started to cry too, which surprised me. Writing this comment, I am crying too. You are a lovely, caring person and I thank you for sharing this story. You are a beautiful person inside and out. You are well on your way to finding your inner peace. 💚
Thank you so much for your kind words and your support, Mary. It really means a lot to me...more than you know! Our relationship with food is a tumultuous one, for many of us, but I've learned to be grateful to have any at all, and to use it to nourish me from the inside out! Think if before every bite, we could all ask ourselves, is this helping me or hindering me? That small question has helped me a ton!
@@maryegerton6848 I have a disgusting relationship with food too, total junk food addict but vegan, only just switched to my WFPB diet for about a month now and it's going good, have a cheat day on Sunday atm so I don't relapse but plan to phase it out, education is totally key! knowing little fundamentals helps a tone, its overwhelming at first but after time it starts to make sense over time, some good resources are nutritionfacts.org, mic the vegan on youtube, some plant-based doctors like Dr Greger, Dr Goldner, Dr Esselstyn, Dr Barnard, Dr Klaper to name a few are good to listen to, you'll find the rest with these bunch. Also learning about why we have these addictions has really helped me to get over the junk food, a book called The Pleasure Trap really helped me on that, Stared using cronometer.com has helped to select the correct foods to get all the good stuff in and learn about macronutrients of particular foods, eating till full with WFPB makes this easier and im healthy losing weight while feeling good at the same time and not hungry, with some education and mental will power u'll get past it, I was annoyed at myself as I was learning all this but still making the bad choices, I was my worst enemy for such a long time but I eventually got over it, like the lady says patience and persistence, u got it ✌️
This video was beautiful. I was nervous seeing you so thin, but would never comment I'm not sure why people think that's okay. I'm so proud of you it was so brave to make this video and post it. My vegan journey began after having my first daughter and realized omg that's what milk is 😲 I'd been vegetarian for 6 years. After 1.5 years of not eating a healthy vegan diet I went back to vegetarian as I wasn't feeling well at all. I got pregnant again and was passing out and feeling weak and after finally incorporating more protein into my diet, I finally feel so much better and while I'm far from whole foods plant based still, I feel 100x better. I do think protein is one of those things that gets a bad wrap from vegans, but the truth is no two people are the same and you need to eat in a way that is sustainable and makes you feel good. Anyway this video was beautiful, I'm so happy for you and your family 💗they deserve to have you happy and healthy and so do you :)
Just wanted to mention that I don't think protein gets a bad reputation from vegans. I think people tend to think they can't get enough protein in a vegan diet, but it's so not true! I use the warrior brand protein powders and eat leafy greens, legumes and nuts, to get PLENTY of protein since I do weight training and yoga as well.
Also thank you for being so vulnerable, I feel so misjudged and like I shouldn't do this but when I think of the moral side of it all and also I believe in natural healing so badly
Erin, you are simply beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing such a raw and personal story. It’s refreshing when influencers show their vulnerable side so that we know that these goals are more achievable, and not just a fairytale.
Thank you for being so vulnerable and sharing your story. I have heart issues and many symptoms. I've always wanted to go Whole Foods, plant based and it's so much easier now than it was years ago but I don't even know where to begin. It's so overwhelming to me. I am married with 5 kids and after 38 years of eating the SAD, I am afraid it's too late and bad habits will never go away. You are very inspiring and I hope to go Whole Foods plant based very soon for my health.
Awe, Erin.... don't be so hard on yourself about your college years. You were young. We've all been young and foolish. Breaks my heart to see you shed a tear.
Thank you so much for sharing your story :) I first heard about you guys on the Melissa Ambrossini show, and thought I had to check your TH-cam channel out. I have gone through a very similar transformation as you. My journey has been a wild one, so similar.... going from obsessive eating patterns and disordered eating and binge drinking in uni (as well as the crazy fitness stuff) to then completely changing my outlook on food and using it as medicine. It's been an incredible journey and the power of nutrition has been so inspirational for me. Like you said, food is the portal for lifestlye overhaul! I'm now a vet and transitioning to a holistic practice where I'll be able to implement everything I have learned on my journey to people's pets :) Always great to hear other people's success and transformation stories. Well done, you are glowing now!
Totally tripping out on how relatable your story is. It just shows that despite the differences of ethnicities and body types, we are all at base, human beings.
the minute you cried... my tears just started to fall at an instant. I just subscribed and watched this the first time and I don't even know you or your background but you touched my life. I'm struggling to be vegan...Im watching this through and through.
Aaww Hun don't cry you've inspired me to go back to plant based after 20 yes and Ive been drinking your green smoothie everyday and wow what a change it has made. I sleep better, I have sooooooo much energy it's unreal!! But the real difference that it has made in my life is my chronic migraines have gone. So thank you x
Aww.. when you cried I just wanted to give you a virtual hug. If you never been through the lows you wouldn’t be able to do what you do and help others. This is exactly what I’m going through as well.
OMG, I wanted to crawl through my lap top and wrap you in a hug. You are SO brave and strong. Thank you so much for being so vulnerable and sharing your story. I began making the transition to WFPB in May and still need to cut out cheese. I'm excited to follow you on IG and watch more of your videos for meal ideas. Sending you lots of love.
You inspire me to do better! We went plant based July 15, 2019 and have made vast improvements to our lifestyle and health. My college to now story is very similar to yours except I’ve always been obese. Thank you for sharing your life with us. You are beautiful inside and out 🤩
Thank you for sharing your story and not editing your emotion out of this video. Food addiction has been an emotional roller coaster for me. I’ve let go of meat, but struggle with eggs, cheese, and sugar. It makes me cry too! I hope to cry tears of joy someday from victory... like you did.
Thank you for being so honest and open about your journey. Try nit to be so upset or hate who you were in college because you would never be who you are now without having been there. Maybe even be grateful for those days, or how could you be as grateful for who you are now. Again Thank you. You are an inspiration .
THANK YOU for being so open and honest about your journey. Your whole family looks so healthy. as for myself i just decided to cut meat and dairy from my food intake. Its been about 2 weeks now and already i feel the difference. why dont more doctors talk about this way of eating. i was having constant chest heaviness. headaches, and some light headed panic attacks . for years i was having these symptoms, and never got a good explanation from any doctors. already since eliminating meat and dairy, my symptoms are mostly gone im still learning about clean eating and i am adding more variety all the time . i really appreciate your videos, as they seem honest and from the heart, again, Thank you soo much for sharing with us.
I just came across your video since it popped up as a recommendation. Fantastic story! I just started eating Whole Foods myself, getting away from processed and so far I feel so much better. I ate nothing but fast food for years and hated myself for it. But now, things are changing. I’m not sure if I could do the whole vegan thing but maybe my mind will change down the road. Thanks for sharing your history with food and I wish you the best on your journey.
I loved the honestly and truth in this video. Its comforting that I wasn't the only one going through the ups and downs in life when it came to mental, physical, and emotional health. An how my eating lifestyle made a huge change in all of those aspects. This video made me reflect and accept the ups and downs that I went through. Beautiful video/story/insight.
Doesn’t matter what people say or think it’s your life and nobodyelses do what’s best for you !!! We are all looking for our way I am glad you found yours!!!! Thanks for sharing
I'm currently at the overweight to skinny fat stage, full of anxiety/depression, gut issues, fatigue, and feeling so lost. Thank you for this video, it really makes me feel both comforted yet hopeful
hey I dont know if youve ever heard of cognitive behavioural therapy, but its a type of therapy that really helps with anxiety, depression and emotional eating
I’ve been watching your channel and have been a subscriber for a few months now. But I don’t think I ever saw this one before and I have to say I love it! We all have struggles and I’m so inspired and thankful that you have been so brave as to share yours! You seem like a beautiful person inside and out and I congratulate you on your success in your journey! Thank you for sharing. I am truly inspired. At 57 I have been trying to change some pretty bad habits mentally, physically and emotionally. You have inspired me to keep trying. So again, I thank you.
Awe, I'm SO glad to hear this one spoke to you! It was one of the most freeing videos to make, and it feels so good to know that others can relate on so many levels! :)
Sweetie, if I could say 1 thing to you it would be ... your time in college was part of your learning journey, without our own perception of failure we don't change, therefore, be thankful for that time, it has lead you to this beautiful gift you share with all. You are absolutely an inspiration to countless individuals... Stay on your path have a great day
To be honest, I was putting this video off because I felt like It would take my thoughts (of myself) and my own journey. Lately I’ve been feeling so off track, stressed, tired and unappreciated (but I’m not it’s just a feeling). And watching your video just clicked back on in my mind set. I was crying with you. I get you, I see you, I feel you. So, thank you so much for sharing. This video definitely helped me get back on track. You are appreciated and loved by many viewers like me. Thank you for being so raw and honest. -❤️Mariela
Oh goodness you had me tearful. I could be your grandma and you are an inspiration to me! I'm still trying to figure out my life and your way ahead of me! My husband and I are over weight and following your channel to a better life style with our eating and health. You have helped us honey and who knows how many others. God Bless❤
Erin, my heart broke when you started crying. I was skinny fat in college but I kept having weird symptoms. When I graduated, I started having breathing issues and my anxiety got worse. I'm not quiet 100% there yet but I'm feeling so much better. However I feel like my 20's were a waste of life because how much I struggled. Also you're channel has great info. Ignore the haters. I listen to you and PickUpLimes the most because you have accurate info and a great positivity! You're such a beautiful daughter of God. ❤️
@@EatMoveRest did you ever figure out what the breathing issue was? I have struggled with something just like it for over a year. Breathing issues and dizziness, numbness and tingling. So curious to hear more about the specific symptoms you felt and if you got any answers! Thanks so much xo
Nursing both my babies (8 years apart) always took off all the baby weight and then some! I was so scared to give it up after number 2 was done that I pumped and donated milk for several months. The benefits to the momma's body is such a sweet bonus to giving your babe the best nourishment. (Disclaimer: new subscriber and Nebraska girl) :)
Your amazing! From realizing you wanted to change and following through to be the best and healthiest you is something a lot of people don’t reach, you should be so proud!
Erin, I so appreciate you being open. We all have struggles (even daily) and always will. I had bulimia for 7 years back in my teens into young adulthood. I thank our God that I was able to stop with His help. I'll always be weight conscious but in a much healthier way. I love the way the vegan diet helps with mental clarity and that you can eat so much more and literally feel better. I've been on every diet, you name it...tried everything and this way of eating/lifestyle is the answer! It makes sense period. I never thought I would become vegan/raw for most part, until I started watching Dr. Morse, Dan McDonald, Kristina Fully Raw and your channel. It's the answer, it works, and it's not a diet. It's a way of super nutrition. One day at a time for all of us. None of us are perfect. You are such a genuine person...if someone can't see that, so be it. Your passion for this way of eating/optimal health is inspirational! So inspirational, I plan to take my first class online with Dr. Morse. Thank you from my heart Erin. Many blessings to you and yours... I love wearing my EAT, MOVE, REST gear and thank you for that as well!
I'm glad you took the time to share your philosophy cos I think it's really really important for people to know that this is so much more than a crash diet. You made such wonderful points about going slow and not being rigid which I completely agree with. As a physician, it's hard for me to deny the science but I eat meat between 2-3times a month because it's sometimes part of a social contract (if I go for dinner at a family member's home and they slaved for hours on a meat dish for everyone to enjoy, I'd have a bite) cos I think a relaxed and healthy relationship with food is just as important for mental health as a healthy diet. This approach has actually helped my family to become more plant based without feeling threatened or daunted. I just wanted to say - your body has such an amazing capacity to heal, you've witnessed this and I can tell you're starting to understand and celebrate your body more (thanks for sharing this beautiful relationship with us) . And by healing your body has clearly forgiven you for those years in college when you didn't know better. I hope that soon you'll be less hard on yourself for it, cos your body's totally cool about it :)
I was looking back on Facebook memories this morning and found a picture of myself from 3 years ago. I have lost 125 lbs since then. I’m really happy about that and feel so much better but my body makes me very sad. I’m 48 so there is the natural sagging from age going on but it is exaggerated by my extreme weight loss.
Your passion for the WFPB lifestyle always pumps me up! My family and I have been living this way for a few years now and there’s truly nothing better! Thank you for this video. It’s going to do so much for so many people ♥️
I'm new to your channel, but someone referred me to watch you guys on TH-cam. I am new to whole food, plant based eating, but really nothing is working for me eating the typical meat, American type diet. The new YEAR, the new Me. I wanted to do the 21 day challenge of eating this way. It's so crazy, I had such a sugar addiction and didn't know if it would curb hunger or the desire to eat meat. With in a couple days all of my cravings for bad sugary foods WENT away. Even my mood is better. Who would have thought to eat more plant based. I am late to the party, but I am going to try eating this way for as long as I can and see what happens. That brings me to THIS video, to see you so HONEST, VUNERABLE and SPEAKING your truth is very refreshing. I enjoyed hearing your story or journey to plant based eating. I know it was hard for your to go back and recall being overweight, normal, too skinny and NOW LOOKING your best. These videos really HELP the rest of us get on our JOURNEY. SO, thank you, THANK YOU, thank you, for sharing!! It's very helpful and useful information.
YOU HAVE NO IDEA WHAT YOU JUST DID FOR ME! Everything you just mentioned is the exact same thing thats been going on with me. Doctors continue to tell me that I’m fine, but I still have all these symptoms. You’ve inspired me so much. Thank you for being raw and emotional because it helps us understand how far you’ve come.
I am reaching my one month journey on being plant based. We have been relatively clean eaters but this journey has definitely been an eye opener. The cutting out meat wasn't difficult but having to look at other things to verify there was no dairy has definitely been a challenge. My 2yr old is my why through all of this. This past year I have been having MS flareups and a knee injury that has made it hard for me to walk. I'm hoping I can start working out and building up my strength to get back to me! Thank you for sharing your journey.
Erin- thank you for sharing this story... You are a beautiful soul inside and out... Thank you for all the work that you put into your channel, blog, etc... it is much appreciated!!!
So glad I found this video. You’ve literally just explained my journey too. This is now just inspiring me to continue on this healthful journey into motherhood xx
🌸Thank you for helping to provide the words for some of the feelings I can’t express. Perseverance and patience are what I will work on as I take one meal at a time! Have a blessed day🌸
Thank you for sharing your story! You always seem so perfect so it’s nice to know you are a normal person. I eat mostly Whole Foods but sweets are hard for me to cut out. I’m at a healthy weight but could definitely lose 5-10 pounds. I need you to make more videos for inspiration lol!
Thank you so much for trusting us and sharing ❤️ You look amazing and I can only hope you feel at least half as good on the inside. You are absolutely glowing. Seeing you and Dusty and beautiful doggo and that little ray of sunshine Maxi is such a pleasure. You all look nourished but not just food wise. Such an inspiration you all are. Please don't stop sharing, we look forward to your quality content. Lots of love 💞 Ps. I might have taken after your look with tying a knot on my tops as I am quite tall and on the leaner side and it creates such a feminine little highlight around the waist. As much as we say its what's behind the looks that matters, we have to be honest and admit we are visual creatures and feelibg good in your own skin has such a great benefit. ☺️
You look so healthy and beautiful! Thank you for making this video. I went plant-based later in life and I wish I had started at your age, I did so much damage to my body! I'm 50 and workout and eat a very similar diet. The food is so pure that I can eat approx. 2600 calories a day, give or take, and maintain the lowest weight of my adult life! I agree, a calorie is definitely not a calorie.
Erin, thank you so much for being so brave in sharing your journey with all of us. How beautifully raw and vulnerable of you. It just shows we are all human, and need compassion as we learn and grow in our journeys. And omgosh, yes, I'd LOVE TO see the video of your irregular cycles, and natural birth control methods. I wish there were more videos like yours out there. Much love to you, Dusty, Max, and Bo 😍🤗🥰😘
I’m happy you still stuck with veganism. I feel some people just quit the lifespan completely when they have issues instead of just changing what they are doing
Aww hunny, dont hate that time in your life. It's where your healthy self started!! Think about where you came from, and that SO MANY people just keep on the usual SAD diet, and never get to this point. Sending you hugs 💙💙
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Your transparency is what this world needs. THANK YOU!!!
So glad you feel that way! :)
Good for you lovely girl. I’m a 62-year-old woman I’ve only sorted this thing out in the past two or three years… over 45 years of eating disorders and misery I got there in the end but you sorted it out much sooner.Well done!❤️
Thank you so much for your support!
You are beautiful! I'm glad you found your balance. We as women have to support and not tear each other down. You have a great family and spirit! Keep looking forward and not backwards.
Thank you so much for your kind words and encouragement!! I really appreciate it!!
If you hadn't been through the hardest part, you would not have appreciated the place you got to. Never be ashamed of mistakes because life is about the journey.
You are so right! Thank you for the reminder!
100% right..
so true... I love this inspiring words.
You are being way too hard in yourself ❤
You were just a kid on her own for the first time..
You had a ton of company...we all did that in our early years of being on our own...be kind to yourself ❤
You are beautiful
Never be mad at yourself for making a mistake. Mistakes are often what sets us on the right track.
Thanks for sharing Erin. What you look like: your body, hair, makeup, etc, doesn't matter. You have a beautiful soul. That's what we all see. A gentle, kind, woman who is purposefully trying to better herself. That's a positive way to live and inspire.
I love the way you explained things towards the end: "your body may be getting food, but it's not getting fuel". So simple but powerful to think about. I've been vegan for a few months now and I feel better than I ever have! Thank you for the content you put out, I am loving it so far!
I’m so glad to hear that this video resonated with you!!!
I'm 60 this year and have been WFPB for the past 10 years. My journey is similar to yours and it is awesome that you came to a WFPB lifestyle so early in your life! I wish I had know about it sooner in my life but all roads have led me to where I am and I'm totally happy about that! Life really is a journey and through it all, we've been able to raise our 4 children (mainly in Asia: China, Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong and Taiwan) to become awesome adults now and that's what's important to me. We've traveled the world, including all 7 continents, and appreciate all of the earth's beauties and love to hike, bike, ski and scuba dive. Now that we're at this stage, we can go on humanitarian missions and recently returned from 18 months in Egypt. A strong faith in God and gratitude for all we have is what makes us happy and keeps us going. Thanks for sharing your beautiful story! You are so brave!! Even though you don't know me, I enjoy following you and I just have to say, "I'm so proud of you!!" :)
What a wonderful fulfilling life you are having. You must be a great inspiration to your children 💗
I’m 50. Has going vegan helped with menopause. Cause I’m over this phase in my life. I have no issue going vegan full on. But does it help with meno?
@@carrierainwater3678 So many WFPB experts talk about how much it helps with menopause symptoms but honestly, I haven't completely found that to be true for me! I have found that following Menopause Taylor on TH-cam has been the best help for understanding how to handle the symptoms of menopause. Dr. Barbie Taylor is a OB/GYN who specializes in menopause and she provides a real education through her free videos. I have watched them all and highly recommend her videos!
Laurie Hoer thank you SO much. I will give that a try!!!!
@@carrierainwater3678 yes it helps having no animal hormones & progesterone/oestrogen changes with menopause. Agnus castus (Vitex) & Black cohosh are also great supplements to take for menopause.
You go girl, I started my Journey when I was 50 years old, both my sons are vegans too. It feels so good. It is never to late to become healthier. 💕😉🥰 by the way I am 61 years old now.
Thank you for that ,I’m approaching 50 and I just started a vegetarian diet and hopefully going vegan one day but having doubt if it’s to little too late but you seems like you’re in a good place
Shoot girl! When you cried .. you made me cry.... your story LITTERALLLY opened my eyes! Starting slowly to change my life one day at a time!
Awe I’m so glad this video had a positive impact on you! ☺️♥️🙏
Loved hearing your story! I'm a 48 year young pescatarian. Your video is my motivation now for my vegan change and educating myself more. I started following you and can't wait to watch more! ♥️🤗
Don't cry Erin you have helped a lot of people including me change their lives. I thank you and Dusty for this awesome channel ❤❤
That was amazing, Erin! It took a lot of guts to share all that, and you should be proud of what you have accomplished!
Oh honey, you're beautiful inside and out😘😘 I'm so sorry that some memories make you cry but just know you're inspiring thousands of young women out here, me included. Watching you all the way in Kenya and I watch you, Dusty, Max and Bo and feel so refreshed! Thank you Erin and we love you😊😊
Thank you for this video, Erin. I cried with you--I've struggled with weight/restricting issues. I am now 27 whole food plant based almost 4 years, not restricting, not being too hard on myself, loving the journey and never felt better! You are such an inspiration! Sending love to you and your family!
Wonderful! I am so happy to hear all of that!!!
Thank you for your story....I went from 240+ to 98 pounds before we learned I was allergic to animal products. We didn't know why I was losing so much weight and was sent to Shands Cancer Research hospital at the University of Florida. I was dying of severe malutrition (literally) and we didn't know why. Since going wfpb, I've regained my health....going on 5 years plant based and loving it. I understand your anxiety!
Hi, thank you for sharing your experience. I am 55 years old, went vegan 28 years ago with my first baby - did the "Fit for Life" it was called by the Diamond couple. Made me loose a lot of weight and although I had two healthy babies within 22 months which I breastfed a long time as well, I was very skinny. I understand your fear of comments, Erin. After everyone around me nagging, I started eating "normally" again - what is normal after all - and gained weight. However, I seem to have a natural tendency to be at least veg if not vegan. Vegan probably because I do not have access to fresh, unspoilt produce (I live on a remote island), and the commercial stuff disgusts me. The idea of animals being tortured, the environment being completely polluted by packing and transporting for us to consume products that comes from unhappy creatures who have been treated with hormones and antibiotics is just not going down well with me.
Having said this, I am struggling with my weight for 2 years now. Originally, it started off with what they call "cancer" in my stomach. I have my own opinion about the whole thing which I will not go in depth here. I went plant-based again right away, cutting out the little animal products I did (love my cheese). Lost nearly 30kg's on 1,78m (sorry I am metric) and at 51kg's, definitely underweight. However, I do feel good and know that my weight will change again.
I did everything naturally and eventually and very slowly feel better. A lot of work on my thoughts as well, without this, you cannot make it. We can poison ourselves from inside and this is the advice I would like to give you, Erin: please distance yourself emotionally from your body image. Do not put too much emphasize on it. You are doing what you "should" do, fair enough. But you must do what is good for you, and by judging this, you should be free from all emotions related to your body. There are techniques for that, I am sure you will find out. If you have a hard time doing this, the problem goes further and you have to go more in-depth. The experience I made is that I am being loved even if I do not "produce" or achieve anything great, which is a wonderful feeling.
However, it can be a painful process, too, but it is very rewarding in the end, freeing you from any emotional stress, and completely liberating you. Well done for what you do, thank you!
Oh Erin ❤️ you are so selfless to share this vid. Your journey is amazing and you are helping so many people!!!!! Sending love!
You‘re such a light. More influencers should open up about this. I love your videos. Love to you and your family!
I suffered from uterine fibroids- a rather extreme case - for over 10 years and had four surgeries in that time- 2 fairly major. I used to have periods so bad that I would be severely anemic and had to get iron infusions at the hospital in order to recover enough for my next period- and then took some VERY strong hormones to force menopause until I had surgery. It was extremely an extremely difficult time and very difficult to deal with. After the last surgery, less than six months later my symptoms were starting to come back. I, by coincidence, decided to try being vegan (I follow the Starch Solution when possible), and my next period was SO MUCH BETTER that I knew there was no going back. Now when I have dairy, which I do once in a while, I get hives. Same with eggs. I've lost some weight (I still have work to do), but there is no doubt in my mind that this is a healthier way to go, and I wish more women who have issues with hormones / acne, etc would try it. I also got COMPLETELY off any hormones of any kind. My period is now regular. My hair started to improve once I got off the hormones, and now I have the great hair I had when I was younger again. It's been HUGE. I can't overstate the positive impact.
This video has me in tears BECAUSE I resonate so much with it!! I am the person you were before, I am 50lbs overweight, overwhelmed, anxiety, horrible bowel issues and digestion, inflammation and fluid retention etc. Your videos have inspired me so much! I actually just cleaned out ALL animal products and crud from our kitchen. I bought all vegan/plant based groceries and restocked and I am so stoked to start this journey!! Thank you for sharing and being raw about your story. You are so beautiful inside and out! Thank you thank you thank you ❤❤❤
Thank you so much for this video! I struggled with orthorexia and anorexia as a teenager. I was slowly killing myself and was hospitalized for a while at one point. I found veganism and it saved me!! I finally felt good eating and became healthier and happier than ever. I was told I had damaged myself so much I wouldn't be able to get pregnant...but here I am with a healthy happy six month old and had a perfect pregnancy and birth. Thank you again for sharing and I seriously love your channel ❤️
I am in tears and when you broke down, I really did too. You are such an inspiration and so beautiful and positive. Don't be ashamed or apologize for the time in your life where you were young...you grew from it and it is ok to make mistakes and learn. I want to hug you!
Awe thank you for your kind words and support! I really appreciate it!🙏
Thank you for sharing your story! You are beautiful and look healthy! I have recently gone WFPB for health reasons and a lot of what you shared about your symptoms have been the same for me. I’ve had asthma since I was a child and have been on inhalers since then, but within a week of going plant based, I was off all medications. I can breathe! Lots of other issues clear up for me as well... brain fog, migraines, allergies, PCOS, body aches, dermatitis and other stuff. I am in the process of a transformation and hope to make a video on that in a few months. Eating WFPB, drinking a gallon of water a day, and weight training with heavy weights is making a tremendous impact on my health and body! I really appreciate you sharing your story, it is inspiring! 💗
I've been following your channel for awhile now, but somehow missed this video. You're so brave for posting this one. It is so transparent and heartfelt. I'm so sorry you had to endure such mental burden. I went through postpartum not knowing what I had and suffered from horrible anxiety and panic attacks. I completely understand what you had to deal with. I have so much respect for you and I appreciate you. Thanks for you, your channel and your beautiful family.
So glad you caught this one and gave it a listen! Appreciate you!🙏🙏🙏
@@EatMoveRest 😘♥️
girl dont be mad at yourself!! everything is a learning experience and everything in your past brought you to where you are today. thank you for openly and courageously sharing your journey with us. what an honor!!
Gosh Erin, I have never wanted to reach out and hug someone as much as I did when I watched this video. Well done for sharing this, I have a similar story to tell from my late teens/early 20s at university (college) when I would eat cereal for breakfast and lunch, then a period of eating lots of white pasta and oils because it was quick to make and cheap. I am sure many people will identify with different parts of your journey. You have done so well and you continue to offer such an inspirational channel. I have personally learnt a lot about health and nutrition and tried foods that I have not tried before as a result of your content. A great big thank you from me x
Thank you so much Claire! I’m glad my story resonated with you! I had to share it because I knew it could help others!
hugs... everyone's been there one way or another
This is a beautiful testimony-so honest and sincere. Thank you for baring your soul to us. ☮️
Absolutely 💜
So true!
So brave to tell about your ups and downs, maybe especially the mental/emotional challenges. It is a journey we're all on. Thank you!
This video is what finally made me subscribe to your channel. I have watched many of your videos in the last couple of years, and listening to your story and how closely it resinates with mine has finally caused me to press that button. All that is left to say is...... THANK YOU
Hi Erin. I came upon your video just by scrolling. I watched the whole video and found it to be very inspiring and real. Your journey through life, along with the ups and downs resonates with so many of us. I’m so happy you worked through the ups and downs and came out on top. You have a beautiful family. Your baby is absolutely adorable. What a blessing. You are beautiful. Keep up the good work. The results are encouraging and helpful to us all.
This is wonderful because those of us who have health problems ONLY listen to people who hav overcome adversity. We never listen to people who hav had smooth sailing. Thank you for this! And you look absolutely great by the way.
Thank you thank you! So glad this was helpful!♥️
I can relate with you in regards to your journey. I have been vegan for over 4 years. Still suffering from depression. Im working on it. Thank you for sharing your story. ♥️
I don’t normally comment on videos but it broke my heart when you started crying, simply because I feel that you’ve changed for the good but you’ve allowed this one moment in your whole entire life to affect you as it has. Please forgive yourself for not knowing what you wanted in life. You were so young and still are so l believe you should accept that part of your life because of it you ended up where you are now. Happy, healthy and beautiful inside and out. Ps i totally have the issues with fiber, sooo I get it, but it’s OK. I’m a work in progress. And that’s the key to everything as I see it as long as we progress to healthy and choose the right things for our body we are doing what is needed.
Thank you so much for your support and encouragement! I really appreciate it!!
"what your body is needed" ist to be listened. Your body has issue with fiber, then don't eat them.
Thank you Erin for telling your story. I have been on this love hate journey for four years. I hate consuming animal products but I have not gotten the courage to completely give them up from fear of becoming lacking in some areas of nutrition. I have been on high blood pressure medication for four years. My last two pregnancies ended up with me having gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, with my three year old and eclampsia with my two year old. I watch your videos and pray that one day I can take the jump to better my health. It's hard when everyone around you has nothing but negative things to say about the vegan/ plant based lifestyle. I just wanted to say thanks again for what you do.
Erin, you just so inspired me to use the plant based diet to heal my anxiety! This channel is such a God send to me. And breastfeeding is so amazing for babe and mom...I nursed my little guy for four years! My weight was never a problem when nursing...
Oh honey, I’m giving you the biggest hug right now. ❤️❤️❤️❤️ thank you for being vulnerable and sharing your story to help each and every one of us.
You are so amazing and have nothing to be ashamed of because you have learned so through your past. You are an inspiration to me and so many people. You are beautiful inside and out!
Thanks Mindy! You are so right!☺️🙏
Erin, you are an inspiration for many people. Takes a strong woman to share your story and you did it beautifully. I start following your channel few months ago and love it. Great energy, positive attitude towards food, exercise, mental health. Keep it coming. You guys are awesome!
This touched my heart so deeply and of course I cried along with you. So much of this resonates with me, thank you for sharing your story and helping to educate us on the facts about plant based eating and whole foods... I have struggled the last 7 years with gaining weight, grief, menopause, life's ups and downs with some hardships.. and with the weight gain feeling uncomfortable not like myself. Floundering a bit too with it all. I am excited to have found your channel, and to learn more. You are absolutely beautiful and transparent, I am happy you found your balance and healthy lifestyle. Amazing! xoxo
Thank you for mentioning being kind to each other. We should be here to support each other.
Absolutely! Amen to that!
Erin, thank you for your honesty and vulnerability. I watched your video while sitting at my desk at work binge eating yet again after promising myself I would "start over tomorrow". But that never lasts and the binge eating continues. I feel terrible about myself and who I am at this point in my life, at 57 and worried about my health. I've gained 40 pounds in the last 6 years and after watching your video and listening to your story, I truly feel inspired to start making changes to my life and working toward being vegan and eating a healthy plant-based life. Thank you for sharing your story and being an inspiration.
Stay strong girl. There are no such a thing as bad or shameful experiences...but instead lessons we learn throughout our journey. If you hadn’t experienced the ups and downs of leaving plant base clean lifestyle, you wouldn’t have been where you currently are. You look amazing! I, my self am trying to get back in shape. I used to run and workout but stopped because it was difficult to juggle motherhood and trying to get back in shape. ❤️
Thank you for your words of encouragement! You’re so right!!🙏🙏🙏
Quit beating yourself up; you are beautiful. I am 61 and just in the last few years have started to really associate what I eat with my health. I have lost over 100 lbs, but have a ways to go and I found your video inspiring.
You can give yourself permission to forgive yourself, Erin. Every part of your journey is important. Your past experiences help you have empathy with the people you’re helping now. Love this channel by the way.
You are so right. I think the world's biggest struggle is unforgiveness and mostly to themselves.
spot on!! :-) sharing your story is a great way to help others and your vulnerability is courageous!
I absolutely agree. Well said.
Erin you are so inspirational !! Thanks for sharing your story & being so honest... Keep doing what you're doing & being such a strong woman. Much Love & Respect xxx
Awe thanks a million!🙏🙏🙏
Holy moly!!!! Finally someone is reflecting back to me what I’ve been experiencing. I’m 33 and struggling especially following a separation/divorce. Thank you so much for this!!!!
You are so welcome! Glad you could relate!!
Thank you so much for sharing your story. We all love a linear 'fat to fit' kind of tale. But the truth is our lives are not linear. We are all figuring things out and to acknowledge previous misconceptions and to learn from our experiences is such a powerful gift! All the best to you and your family! 🙏🏻✨
You are so right! Thank you!!
This is the best video I’ve ever seen. I have a disgusting relationship with food. I can’t seem to get it together. I’m 62 years old and still struggle. I’ve had a gastric bypass, done the 700 calorie a day diet during the seventies, was vegan for two years and lost weight, but I ate processed stuff, and now I’m off it eating everything. Meat, cheese, you name it. I know better, but I do it anyway. I’m trying to understand it but I can’t. It’s like I hate myself or something. When you cried, I started to cry too, which surprised me. Writing this comment, I am crying too. You are a lovely, caring person and I thank you for sharing this story. You are a beautiful person inside and out. You are well on your way to finding your inner peace. 💚
Thank you so much for your kind words and your support, Mary. It really means a lot to me...more than you know! Our relationship with food is a tumultuous one, for many of us, but I've learned to be grateful to have any at all, and to use it to nourish me from the inside out! Think if before every bite, we could all ask ourselves, is this helping me or hindering me? That small question has helped me a ton!
EatMoveRest thankyou so much 💚
@@maryegerton6848 I have a disgusting relationship with food too, total junk food addict but vegan, only just switched to my WFPB diet for about a month now and it's going good, have a cheat day on Sunday atm so I don't relapse but plan to phase it out, education is totally key! knowing little fundamentals helps a tone, its overwhelming at first but after time it starts to make sense over time, some good resources are nutritionfacts.org, mic the vegan on youtube, some plant-based doctors like Dr Greger, Dr Goldner, Dr Esselstyn, Dr Barnard, Dr Klaper to name a few are good to listen to, you'll find the rest with these bunch. Also learning about why we have these addictions has really helped me to get over the junk food, a book called The Pleasure Trap really helped me on that, Stared using cronometer.com has helped to select the correct foods to get all the good stuff in and learn about macronutrients of particular foods, eating till full with WFPB makes this easier and im healthy losing weight while feeling good at the same time and not hungry, with some education and mental will power u'll get past it, I was annoyed at myself as I was learning all this but still making the bad choices, I was my worst enemy for such a long time but I eventually got over it, like the lady says patience and persistence, u got it ✌️
Mary Egerton - you are not alone! 66 yrs old here and my journey with food has been tumultuous! I know i will always struggle! Peace to you!
@@MrRichieface well done
This video was beautiful. I was nervous seeing you so thin, but would never comment I'm not sure why people think that's okay. I'm so proud of you it was so brave to make this video and post it. My vegan journey began after having my first daughter and realized omg that's what milk is 😲 I'd been vegetarian for 6 years. After 1.5 years of not eating a healthy vegan diet I went back to vegetarian as I wasn't feeling well at all. I got pregnant again and was passing out and feeling weak and after finally incorporating more protein into my diet, I finally feel so much better and while I'm far from whole foods plant based still, I feel 100x better. I do think protein is one of those things that gets a bad wrap from vegans, but the truth is no two people are the same and you need to eat in a way that is sustainable and makes you feel good. Anyway this video was beautiful, I'm so happy for you and your family 💗they deserve to have you happy and healthy and so do you :)
Thank you so much, Emily! I’m glad you enjoyed the video and that you’re thriving on plants! Appreciate you!
Just wanted to mention that I don't think protein gets a bad reputation from vegans. I think people tend to think they can't get enough protein in a vegan diet, but it's so not true! I use the warrior brand protein powders and eat leafy greens, legumes and nuts, to get PLENTY of protein since I do weight training and yoga as well.
Also thank you for being so vulnerable, I feel so misjudged and like I shouldn't do this but when I think of the moral side of it all and also I believe in natural healing so badly
Thank you!
Erin, you are simply beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing such a raw and personal story. It’s refreshing when influencers show their vulnerable side so that we know that these goals are more achievable, and not just a fairytale.
Thank you for being so vulnerable and sharing your story. I have heart issues and many symptoms. I've always wanted to go Whole Foods, plant based and it's so much easier now than it was years ago but I don't even know where to begin. It's so overwhelming to me. I am married with 5 kids and after 38 years of eating the SAD, I am afraid it's too late and bad habits will never go away. You are very inspiring and I hope to go Whole Foods plant based very soon for my health.
How did it go Marita, did you sweat??
Awe, Erin.... don't be so hard on yourself about your college years. You were young. We've all been young and foolish. Breaks my heart to see you shed a tear.
Yes, lighten up dear!
Yes! Just a normal healthy young woman in college. Not sickly obese. I was expecting the photos to be 300 lbs or something.
Thank you so much for sharing your story :) I first heard about you guys on the Melissa Ambrossini show, and thought I had to check your TH-cam channel out. I have gone through a very similar transformation as you. My journey has been a wild one, so similar.... going from obsessive eating patterns and disordered eating and binge drinking in uni (as well as the crazy fitness stuff) to then completely changing my outlook on food and using it as medicine. It's been an incredible journey and the power of nutrition has been so inspirational for me. Like you said, food is the portal for lifestlye overhaul! I'm now a vet and transitioning to a holistic practice where I'll be able to implement everything I have learned on my journey to people's pets :) Always great to hear other people's success and transformation stories. Well done, you are glowing now!
Totally tripping out on how relatable your story is. It just shows that despite the differences of ethnicities and body types, we are all at base, human beings.
the minute you cried... my tears just started to fall at an instant. I just subscribed and watched this the first time and I don't even know you or your background but you touched my life. I'm struggling to be vegan...Im watching this through and through.
Awe I’m so glad you found my story relatable! Thanks for tuning in, love!☺️🙏♥️
Aaww Hun don't cry you've inspired me to go back to plant based after 20 yes and Ive been drinking your green smoothie everyday and wow what a change it has made. I sleep better, I have sooooooo much energy it's unreal!! But the real difference that it has made in my life is my chronic migraines have gone. So thank you x
Aww.. when you cried I just wanted to give you a virtual hug. If you never been through the lows you wouldn’t be able to do what you do and help others. This is exactly what I’m going through as well.
OMG, I wanted to crawl through my lap top and wrap you in a hug. You are SO brave and strong. Thank you so much for being so vulnerable and sharing your story. I began making the transition to WFPB in May and still need to cut out cheese. I'm excited to follow you on IG and watch more of your videos for meal ideas. Sending you lots of love.
Awe thanks for your support and kind words! It really means the world to me!
Becuz you've been thru the whole spectrum on this..you can relate to and help alot of people!!
You inspire me to do better! We went plant based July 15, 2019 and have made vast improvements to our lifestyle and health. My college to now story is very similar to yours except I’ve always been obese. Thank you for sharing your life with us. You are beautiful inside and out 🤩
Thank you for sharing your story and not editing your emotion out of this video. Food addiction has been an emotional roller coaster for me. I’ve let go of meat, but struggle with eggs, cheese, and sugar. It makes me cry too! I hope to cry tears of joy someday from victory... like you did.
Thank you for being so honest and open about your journey. Try nit to be so upset or hate who you were in college because you would never be who you are now without having been there. Maybe even be grateful for those days, or how could you be as grateful for who you are now. Again Thank you. You are an inspiration .
Thank you so much for your kind words and encouragement! You’re right! Glad you enjoyed this!
THANK YOU for being so open and honest about your journey. Your whole family looks so healthy. as for myself i just decided to cut meat and dairy from my food intake. Its been about 2 weeks now and already i feel the difference. why dont more doctors talk about this way of eating. i was having constant chest heaviness. headaches, and some light headed panic attacks . for years i was having these symptoms, and never got a good explanation from any doctors. already since eliminating meat and dairy, my symptoms are mostly gone im still learning about clean eating and i am adding more variety all the time . i really appreciate your videos, as they seem honest and from the heart, again, Thank you soo much for sharing with us.
Thank you so much for sharing a piece of your journey as well! So glad this video was relatable to you! :)
I just came across your video since it popped up as a recommendation. Fantastic story! I just started eating Whole Foods myself, getting away from processed and so far I feel so much better. I ate nothing but fast food for years and hated myself for it. But now, things are changing. I’m not sure if I could do the whole vegan thing but maybe my mind will change down the road. Thanks for sharing your history with food and I wish you the best on your journey.
I loved the honestly and truth in this video. Its comforting that I wasn't the only one going through the ups and downs in life when it came to mental, physical, and emotional health. An how my eating lifestyle made a huge change in all of those aspects. This video made me reflect and accept the ups and downs that I went through. Beautiful video/story/insight.
I’m so glad this video spoke to you!!
Thank you for being so vulnerable and sharing your story! You are such an inspiration to me and so many others 🥰
Your comments about mental health and not feeling yourself really hit home for me. I really just want to feel like myself again.
Doesn’t matter what people say or think it’s your life and nobodyelses do what’s best for you !!! We are all looking for our way I am glad you found yours!!!! Thanks for sharing
Beautiful story! Thanks for being so vulnerable and good for you for where you are now!
I'm currently at the overweight to skinny fat stage, full of anxiety/depression, gut issues, fatigue, and feeling so lost. Thank you for this video, it really makes me feel both comforted yet hopeful
hey I dont know if youve ever heard of cognitive behavioural therapy, but its a type of therapy that really helps with anxiety, depression and emotional eating
Keto. IF. Fermented food. No veganism
@@luizag123 thank you, that's definitely something I'm going to do once things open up :)
Luiza Gallas nothing beats emotional stuff like anxiety panic attacks like carnivore or keto diet , works instantly
I had all this issues on omnivore and vegan diet too. A meat based diet was what helped me at the end after struggling for years.
I’ve been watching your channel and have been a subscriber for a few months now. But I don’t think I ever saw this one before and I have to say I love it! We all have struggles and I’m so inspired and thankful that you have been so brave as to share yours! You seem like a beautiful person inside and out and I congratulate you on your success in your journey! Thank you for sharing. I am truly inspired. At 57 I have been trying to change some pretty bad habits mentally, physically and emotionally. You have inspired me to keep trying. So again, I thank you.
Awe, I'm SO glad to hear this one spoke to you! It was one of the most freeing videos to make, and it feels so good to know that others can relate on so many levels! :)
Sweetie, if I could say 1 thing to you it would be ... your time in college was part of your learning journey, without our own perception of failure we don't change, therefore, be thankful for that time, it has lead you to this beautiful gift you share with all. You are absolutely an inspiration to countless individuals... Stay on your path have a great day
Awe thank you so much, you are so right. Appreciate your kind words!!
To be honest, I was putting this video off because I felt like It would take my thoughts (of myself) and my own journey. Lately I’ve been feeling so off track, stressed, tired and unappreciated (but I’m not it’s just a feeling). And watching your video just clicked back on in my mind set. I was crying with you. I get you, I see you, I feel you. So, thank you so much for sharing. This video definitely helped me get back on track. You are appreciated and loved by many viewers like me. Thank you for being so raw and honest. -❤️Mariela
Awe I’m so happy to hear all of that! I’m glad this video really moved you! Keep waking up and doing your best each and every day!🙏🙏🙏
Oh goodness you had me tearful. I could be your grandma and you are an inspiration to me! I'm still trying to figure out my life and your way ahead of me! My husband and I are over weight and following your channel to a better life style with our eating and health. You have helped us honey and who knows how many others. God Bless❤
Awe thank you so much for your kind words and support! I'm so glad our channel is helping you to be happier and healthier! :)
Aww... Don't cry! We all have been through something that we regret. What's important is that you are living healthy now. You inspire me.
Thank you so much for your encouragement!!
Erin, my heart broke when you started crying. I was skinny fat in college but I kept having weird symptoms. When I graduated, I started having breathing issues and my anxiety got worse. I'm not quiet 100% there yet but I'm feeling so much better. However I feel like my 20's were a waste of life because how much I struggled.
Also you're channel has great info. Ignore the haters. I listen to you and PickUpLimes the most because you have accurate info and a great positivity! You're such a beautiful daughter of God. ❤️
Awe thank you so much for your kind words and encouragement, I really appreciate it! I’m so glad you found my story relatable to your own!
@@EatMoveRest did you ever figure out what the breathing issue was? I have struggled with something just like it for over a year. Breathing issues and dizziness, numbness and tingling. So curious to hear more about the specific symptoms you felt and if you got any answers! Thanks so much xo
As a recovering food addict I appreciate your sharing your story. It helps my own journey to hear the stories of others. Thanks for sharing.
Nursing both my babies (8 years apart) always took off all the baby weight and then some! I was so scared to give it up after number 2 was done that I pumped and donated milk for several months. The benefits to the momma's body is such a sweet bonus to giving your babe the best nourishment. (Disclaimer: new subscriber and Nebraska girl) :)
Your amazing! From realizing you wanted to change and following through to be the best and healthiest you is something a lot of people don’t reach, you should be so proud!
Erin, I so appreciate you being open. We all have struggles (even daily) and always will. I had bulimia for 7 years back in my teens into young adulthood. I thank our God that I was able to stop with His help. I'll always be weight conscious but in a much healthier way. I love the way the vegan diet helps with mental clarity and that you can eat so much more and literally feel better. I've been on every diet, you name it...tried everything and this way of eating/lifestyle is the answer! It makes sense period. I never thought I would become vegan/raw for most part, until I started watching Dr. Morse, Dan McDonald, Kristina Fully Raw and your channel. It's the answer, it works, and it's not a diet. It's a way of super nutrition. One day at a time for all of us. None of us are perfect. You are such a genuine person...if someone can't see that, so be it. Your passion for this way of eating/optimal health is inspirational! So inspirational, I plan to take my first class online with Dr. Morse. Thank you from my heart Erin. Many blessings to you and yours... I love wearing my EAT, MOVE, REST gear and thank you for that as well!
I'm glad you took the time to share your philosophy cos I think it's really really important for people to know that this is so much more than a crash diet. You made such wonderful points about going slow and not being rigid which I completely agree with. As a physician, it's hard for me to deny the science but I eat meat between 2-3times a month because it's sometimes part of a social contract (if I go for dinner at a family member's home and they slaved for hours on a meat dish for everyone to enjoy, I'd have a bite) cos I think a relaxed and healthy relationship with food is just as important for mental health as a healthy diet. This approach has actually helped my family to become more plant based without feeling threatened or daunted.
I just wanted to say - your body has such an amazing capacity to heal, you've witnessed this and I can tell you're starting to understand and celebrate your body more (thanks for sharing this beautiful relationship with us) . And by healing your body has clearly forgiven you for those years in college when you didn't know better. I hope that soon you'll be less hard on yourself for it, cos your body's totally cool about it :)
I was looking back on Facebook memories this morning and found a picture of myself from 3 years ago. I have lost 125 lbs since then. I’m really happy about that and feel so much better but my body makes me very sad. I’m 48 so there is the natural sagging from age going on but it is exaggerated by my extreme weight loss.
You did amazing to get your health back on track.
Lisa Merritt you should be so very proud of yourself. I know I am. Job well done sis! 💯👏🏾♥️👍🏾👊🏾
Huge accomplishment! That's amazing! BRAVO to you!
Your passion for the WFPB lifestyle always pumps me up! My family and I have been living this way for a few years now and there’s truly nothing better! Thank you for this video. It’s going to do so much for so many people ♥️
Your journey is so relatable!! Thank you SO MUCH for daring to be vulnerable and sharing your story💙🙏🏼👏🌱💫
I'm new to your channel, but someone referred me to watch you guys on TH-cam. I am new to whole food, plant based eating, but really nothing is working for me eating the typical meat, American type diet. The new YEAR, the new Me. I wanted to do the 21 day challenge of eating this way. It's so crazy, I had such a sugar addiction and didn't know if it would curb hunger or the desire to eat meat. With in a couple days all of my cravings for bad sugary foods WENT away. Even my mood is better. Who would have thought to eat more plant based. I am late to the party, but I am going to try eating this way for as long as I can and see what happens. That brings me to THIS video, to see you so HONEST, VUNERABLE and SPEAKING your truth is very refreshing. I enjoyed hearing your story or journey to plant based eating. I know it was hard for your to go back and recall being overweight, normal, too skinny and NOW LOOKING your best. These videos really HELP the rest of us get on our JOURNEY. SO, thank you, THANK YOU, thank you, for sharing!! It's very helpful and useful information.
She is so gorgeous. Body goals. Can't believe she has such a nice body with a kid. I'm inspired.
Thank you so much!
YOU HAVE NO IDEA WHAT YOU JUST DID FOR ME! Everything you just mentioned is the exact same thing thats been going on with me. Doctors continue to tell me that I’m fine, but I still have all these symptoms. You’ve inspired me so much. Thank you for being raw and emotional because it helps us understand how far you’ve come.
Awe I’m so happy to hear that you found my story so relatable!! It is so possible to reverse the symptoms and feel amazing! You can do it!!
Thank you so much! ❤️
This is BRAVE... This is honesty, vulnerability, and something that is attainable.... THANK YOU!!!! Such a perfect video 😘😘😘😘😍😍😍😍❤❤❤❤
I am reaching my one month journey on being plant based. We have been relatively clean eaters but this journey has definitely been an eye opener. The cutting out meat wasn't difficult but having to look at other things to verify there was no dairy has definitely been a challenge. My 2yr old is my why through all of this. This past year I have been having MS flareups and a knee injury that has made it hard for me to walk. I'm hoping I can start working out and building up my strength to get back to me! Thank you for sharing your journey.
Ur honesty is REFRESHING!!
Thank you SO MUCH!
Erin- thank you for sharing this story... You are a beautiful soul inside and out... Thank you for all the work that you put into your channel, blog, etc... it is much appreciated!!!
You are so welcome! Your appreciation means so much to me!
So glad I found this video. You’ve literally just explained my journey too. This is now just inspiring me to continue on this healthful journey into motherhood xx
I’m so glad you found this inspiring! Thanks for watching!!
🌸Thank you for helping to provide the words for some of the feelings I can’t express. Perseverance and patience are what I will work on as I take one meal at a time! Have a blessed day🌸
Thank you for sharing your story! You always seem so perfect so it’s nice to know you are a normal person. I eat mostly Whole Foods but sweets are hard for me to cut out. I’m at a healthy weight but could definitely lose 5-10 pounds. I need you to make more videos for inspiration lol!
Thank you so much for trusting us and sharing ❤️ You look amazing and I can only hope you feel at least half as good on the inside. You are absolutely glowing. Seeing you and Dusty and beautiful doggo and that little ray of sunshine Maxi is such a pleasure. You all look nourished but not just food wise. Such an inspiration you all are. Please don't stop sharing, we look forward to your quality content. Lots of love 💞
Ps. I might have taken after your look with tying a knot on my tops as I am quite tall and on the leaner side and it creates such a feminine little highlight around the waist. As much as we say its what's behind the looks that matters, we have to be honest and admit we are visual creatures and feelibg good in your own skin has such a great benefit. ☺️
You look so healthy and beautiful! Thank you for making this video. I went plant-based later in life and I wish I had started at your age, I did so much damage to my body! I'm 50 and workout and eat a very similar diet. The food is so pure that I can eat approx. 2600 calories a day, give or take, and maintain the lowest weight of my adult life! I agree, a calorie is definitely not a calorie.
Wow! So glad to hear you’ve experienced amazing results as well!! Thanks for your kind words!
Erin, thank you so much for being so brave in sharing your journey with all of us. How beautifully raw and vulnerable of you. It just shows we are all human, and need compassion as we learn and grow in our journeys. And omgosh, yes, I'd LOVE TO see the video of your irregular cycles, and natural birth control methods. I wish there were more videos like yours out there. Much love to you, Dusty, Max, and Bo 😍🤗🥰😘
I’m happy you still stuck with veganism. I feel some people just quit the lifespan completely when they have issues instead of just changing what they are doing
Aww hunny, dont hate that time in your life. It's where your healthy self started!! Think about where you came from, and that SO MANY people just keep on the usual SAD diet, and never get to this point. Sending you hugs 💙💙