One of my major challenges is meal prep. We’re a family of 5, 3 little boys. And I get very overwhelmed with trying to plan and meal prep good food that doesn’t take forever to prep or cook. I would love a video on this!
I love your optimism, I was plant based for a hot minute about 3 years ago. I have been dealing with some inflammation issues and have a list of chronic issues. I stared trying to follow an anti inflammatory diet, which has lead me to contemplate giving plant based diet a chance again. My issue is my meat eating husband and dad and the thought of having to cook 2 different meals when I cook. Now let's be real, I am a full time employee with long hours and I am tired all the time, the thought of extra work is making me have a headache 🙃 😅 😴. I will continue to follow you and hopefully we can eventually do the transition as a family.
I can totally understand. Little by little, right? Do your best, and only what you can without being spread thin. Maybe one plant based family meal a week- and then move up as time and strength allow? Praying you find the best solution and that you heal! ❤️
I went back from being a vegan and am struggling to go back because everyone was against it and my family dont want to. So here i am trying to get back up again. Thank you
Can I just say that this video gave me so much hope when I was feeling very discouraged? Thank you SO much for sharing, it has given me so much encouragement! I've been fasting (and praying) a meal a day for my husband because I've learned that WFPB could help his health. I'm transitioning our family, making a few vegetarian or vegan meals a week, and now I have such a better attitude about this, thank you for your tips and suggestions about a positive attitude, it's really helped my communication with my husband about food. Thank you again, God bless you and your growing family!
Love your energy, enthusiasm, and stage presence! You make it all about your message. As Beautiful as you are, I don't get distracted with jewelry, make up, outfits! I can focus on your message! Thank you! This is so meaningful as I continue on this journey! And congratulations on the baby news! 💕
I love this video! I am transitioning to plant based and trying to get my husband and 2 boys to transition as well. After being diagnosed with interstitial cystitis last year, my doctor recommended becoming Plant Based to be able to keep mu health issues under control. I have started transitioning slowly and it has been hard, especially since I don’t cook and I am a cheese lover. But your video has inspired me to try a new way of approach to this new lifestyle I want for my self and my family. Thank you so much and Congratulations on your pregnancy. Many Blessings to you and your family.
Thank you Cindy! Congrats on your new transition! Yes- the beginning is a little challenging, but remember this: progress over perfection matters most. So don’t give up even if you slip up. A good suggestion is to meal plan as best as possible, and take it in strides. If you can only do plant based 2 days a week, that’s still HUGE, until you can get a better groove. Also, check out this video for extra inspiration: th-cam.com/video/a1a5tcg1gsI/w-d-xo.html Wishing you and your family the absolute best! You CAN do it. 💜
Super helpful - thank you! I am at the end of preparation and beginning of action stage myself. I was looking for advice on how to go plant-based and your channel has helped a lot. I've tried vegetarian eating before but never succeeded in maintaining it for long. Now that my health is at rock bottom, I am desperate for a way to improve my health and take responsibility for my health through changing my diet. Your practical approach without the judgement is exactly what I was looking for to help me on my journey. Again - thank you!
I’m so new to my journey that I haven’t factored in my family yet. I’m still taking baby steps in what I know is the right direction. So far, they see what I’m trying to do but haven’t really said anything. They’re just letting me explore this new path on my own.
Welcome back! I have missed you! I love this information because I'm the only vegan in my household. My 9 year old daughter is transitioning, my 3 year old toddler is... a toddler! She barely eats anything and when she does it's...well...crap! Now my husband is at stage one. He is not even receptive to the notion of veganism😳. I encourage my girls as much as possible. I encourage my husband too but now I'm going to start being his ally in this journey towards a plant based lifestyle 😉.
You go girl! Deon, it’s a process for us all. Be patient, stay supportive, and continue to let your let shine to every person at home. You CAN do this ❤️
I loved it! That intro skit with the Judgy Vegan needs to be shopped around Tinsel Town (or The Comedy Store) at the very least. You could build a very lucrative career off of that character and monologue, Melissa. Keep up the good work! And remember- it's not about the destination, but the journey. Small steps in the right direction matter most.
Melissa, big thanks for putting me back on track. I was derailed by being constantly let down by my boyfriend refusing to try vegan meals. Sometimes he did indeed but he never seemed like really enjoying it. So I thought okay, maybe that´ s it, he will never get rid off his health issues and I settled In the mindset “I m not responsible for his health” Your video helped me to change my mindset and now I believe it k s doable, it ´ll just také some TIME. Fails must not derail me again. Thank you, Martina
Great video and congratulations on your announcement! 😍 I’m looking forward to part 2. I’d like to see a video with juicing recipes as well as what to do with the pulp. 🤓
Hi Mel! Congratulations on the new baby! I can hardly wait to see what you have in store for your channel. Also, I'm glad you're back, I wasn't sure what was what!!❤❤
I recently started on my plant based diet and have been successful. I was removed from my blood pressure meds and have even loss 6lbs. The only problem I am having is flattening my belly. I’ve been walking frequently but my belly I need your help with flattening it. Thank you so much 😊
I love your videos. I'm dying over "and if you're offended... your eating too many cows..." so funny and I bet I've said familiar things. I also did a progression. When I came home to find my pet pig Wilbur, was on the dinner table I went vegetarian immediately. It took a while to let go of dairy too and it's helped my asthma. 😄 I'm sure it will help with my leukemia as well.
Congratulations 👶🏽🎊🥰🙏🏼🙏🏼 Literally my life - my fiancé his son and I are plant based but his daughter is from the other side 🤣🤣slowly trying new recipes(because really I can just be full with broccoli and rice- it doesn’t have to be complicated)and last night the non vegan had red lentil curry and Buffalo chickpea quesadillas so 🙌🏼🙌🏼like you said one step at a time and celebrating the step made🙏🏼
Personally trying to transition, however, concerned about my fiancée; he’s Mexican. Any suggestions? The blessing is that he LOVES veggies and fruit but meat is his tradition/culture. Thanks and LOVE LOVE LOVE your content! Just found you today.
Exactly what I was looking for! Thanks for this vdo because it's difficult enough to transition yourself but you have to drive husband and kids... ffff that's a toughy!
You are awesome, I love watching your channel! You are informative and enjoyable to watch. I have lupus and just started a plant based diet, if there's anything you use to assist newbies, please share.
Congrats BethAnn and thank you! I really hope this lifestyle change gives you the relief & healing you need. You’re welcome to sign-up for my freebie for newbies: choosingmyhealth.com/game-changers-opt-in/ 💜
Thanks for the videos. I’m really enjoying them. Still in the contemplation stage… I’m curious about plant based pregnancies. How have your pregnancies been (health for you and baby, ease of pregnancy or birth) and do you need to take supplements for any vitamins during it?
Jessica! So happy to hear you’re enjoying them sweetheart. My plant based pregnancies were such a blessing. No regrets. I share my experience in these 2 videos: How to Have a Healthy Vegan/Plant-Based Pregnancy: th-cam.com/video/W471R_rtoyo/w-d-xo.html What I Eat In a Day (pregnant): th-cam.com/video/7Qzqod9y8uA/w-d-xo.html Wishing you the best! 💜
Hi Shani! So glad you dropped by! Girl, I’m just glad to be a blessing to ya! I recently released a video on this very topic. Check it out: Vegan vs Plant-Based vs Whole Food Plant-Based | So...what's the difference? th-cam.com/video/2B4ye80u3f0/w-d-xo.html
Hi Melissa. Right on time. I struggle wirh consistency in my own plant based journey. Having food I like on hand is a challenge. Cooking is not my favorite, but U can cook. I also have to cook meet for my husband. Hard cooking two meals. We are empty nesters, just us. I think maybe a week challenge of raw veggies would be a good restart for me. What do you think? Thank you. I love your channel. You make me really want to stick with my transition to plant based.
Ilka a week challenge sounds awesome. Go for it. And thank you for your kind words. Don’t give up on yourself or your family. Baby steps. Cheering you on 💜😊
Yay! Thanks for all this positivity so needed it right now. Husband and I let go of meats 5 years ago and are plant based vegan 4 years now, but are now trying to let go of the processed vegan foods as we see that they are not beneficial to us. Letting go of the chips and French fries have been the biggest challenges right now. Talk about celebrating we are about to be at 1 week no French fries or chips! It just dawned at me and I will make sure to tell him how proud I am of him staying strong. Husband still has strong cravings for cheese after all these years but he is staying strong. Any suggestions to kick those cravings for good? Thanks again and yes I would like to see more videos about plant based pregnancy and transitioning children to plant based diet.
Congrats @D Egypt! So proud of you both! It’s definitely a process, but you all are doing amazing! Keep at it. The processed foods take time to completely eliminate, but baby steps, little by little does the trick. As for your husband, maybe you can find a plant based cheese recipe he really likes- or a store bought cheese alternative to carry him over on those really “bad craving” days. Here’s a recipe to consider: choosingmyhealth.com/55347/plantbasednachocheese/ Blessings to you all! 💜😊
@@ChoosingMyHealth thanks so much I will try that recipe, but sadly he doesn't like the alternatives he says he would rather go without cheese, but he still has the cravings even though he hasn't had cheese in 4 years!
I'm rather new to this community, so I don't actually know the difference between being vegan and plant-based. Can you please explain? Thank you for great tips and congratulations on the plant-based baby :)
Welcome Marijana! Absolutely! Vegans: they do not eat foods derived from animal products (allows for processed foods). Plant-Based: a plant-based diet consists of mostly or entirely plant-based foods. So food mainly from plants. Plant-Based Vegan: abstains from animal products AND eats foods mostly or entirely from plants (a merge of the 2). Thanks for the congrats hun! 💜
@@ChoosingMyHealth I hear your words, but I'm not getting it 😁 In my mind, being plant-based and vegan is the same thing. So, please, clarify: what vegans DO eat and you don't? Tofu, seitan, tempeh? Chips? Chocolate?
No worries hun! Think of it this way: Vegans do eat tofu, rice, avocados...(any food that doesn’t come from an animal). So do most plant based munchers. However, some vegans may also eat processed foods like Oreos/ foods that have chemicals and additives. For example, I ate tons of white bread and canned veggie meat with preservatives when I was a vegan, and didn’t know any better. The plant based lifestyle however tries to refrain from processed food to mainly eat food from plants. So they wouldn’t do Oreos/foods with chemicals and additives. I go into more depth on my website: choosingmyhealth.com Hope this helps!
I needed the reminder to celebrate the wins. Those slip-ups can catch me off guard and get irritating but that's because in that moment, I'm missing the point.
Congrats on your family's new addition! I'm excited you're back! My family LOVES your videos! My kids thought this video was funny. I totally agree! You're SO insightful! Looking forward to Part 2!
Rather be honest and let them judge me for telling the God given truth than to let my loved ones think that they can get away without loving themselves too and never truly experiencing the body that we were given for our lives as people…
I am the primary cook in my family of 4 (SAHM with husband and teen/tween kids) and they have NO interest in joining me in trying this out. I keep reassuring them that I am not eating AT them. I'm not inviting any of them along, although if they ask of course I will share. But they just will not stop hassling me about it. The jokes are getting old. Do you have any advice on getting them off my back and just getting them to let me do me?
Hi Molly! You’re amazing mama! You must have seen my screen because I’m working on a video now with tangible ways to get your family on board (or at least understanding your perspective). So look out for that. Keep doing you, and stay resilient. It’s only a matter of time until they realize you’re sticking to your guns. At any rate, you owe this to yourself. And who knows? Your family might decide to join you on the challenge when you least expect. Keep going, regardless. Cheering you on 💕
@@ChoosingMyHealth Oh yay! I can't wait. I am definitely NOT encouraging anyone in my house to join me. It would backfire. But just trying to live by example, offer a taste here and there, and let them decide on their own.
Hey Maggie! My next video (releasing in a week) will go into depth about this! Be on the lookout for it! But in short, a vegan diet is a meat-free diet. A plant-based diet is centered on plants.
Hey Andre! Vegans: they do not eat foods derived from animal products (allows for processed foods). Plant-Based: a plant-based diet consists of mostly or entirely plant-based foods. So food mainly from plants. Plant-Based Vegan: abstains from animal products AND eats foods mostly or entirely from plants (a merge of the 2). Hope this helps! 😊
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One of my major challenges is meal prep. We’re a family of 5, 3 little boys. And I get very overwhelmed with trying to plan and meal prep good food that doesn’t take forever to prep or cook. I would love a video on this!
On it!
Love it, I’m almost 2 years into this plant based lifestyle and there’s no turning back.
So proud of you!
How can you not love this lady? If I need a smile and some encouragement, this is where I come...
You put a smile on my face-again! Thank you 😊
I love your optimism, I was plant based for a hot minute about 3 years ago. I have been dealing with some inflammation issues and have a list of chronic issues. I stared trying to follow an anti inflammatory diet, which has lead me to contemplate giving plant based diet a chance again. My issue is my meat eating husband and dad and the thought of having to cook 2 different meals when I cook. Now let's be real, I am a full time employee with long hours and I am tired all the time, the thought of extra work is making me have a headache 🙃 😅 😴. I will continue to follow you and hopefully we can eventually do the transition as a family.
I can totally understand. Little by little, right? Do your best, and only what you can without being spread thin. Maybe one plant based family meal a week- and then move up as time and strength allow? Praying you find the best solution and that you heal! ❤️
I went back from being a vegan and am struggling to go back because everyone was against it and my family dont want to. So here i am trying to get back up again. Thank you
Do you. You are worth it 🙏🏽❤️
Thank you!!!!!!
Can I just say that this video gave me so much hope when I was feeling very discouraged? Thank you SO much for sharing, it has given me so much encouragement! I've been fasting (and praying) a meal a day for my husband because I've learned that WFPB could help his health. I'm transitioning our family, making a few vegetarian or vegan meals a week, and now I have such a better attitude about this, thank you for your tips and suggestions about a positive attitude, it's really helped my communication with my husband about food. Thank you again, God bless you and your growing family!
-Ashley (using my husband's account to comment 🙊)
Thank you Ashley! So proud of you! Keep going. All the best on your family’s health! 💕
Amen
So beautiful ❤
❤️🙏🏽
Yes, please do a video on plant based pregnancies. I have had a lot of people worried about me having and raising kids plant based.
I understand! Stick to your convictions and continue to study/do your research. I pray your family thrives. Will work on the vid! 💕
Love your energy, enthusiasm, and stage presence! You make it all about your message. As Beautiful as you are, I don't get distracted with jewelry, make up, outfits! I can focus on your message! Thank you! This is so meaningful as I continue on this journey! And congratulations on the baby news! 💕
Aw Miriam I’m so excited these videos are helping your journey! I appreciate your kind words and pray you THRIVE! 💜🙏🏽😊
Hey Miriam Walker, it’s Miriam Walker and I love this too!
How cool 🤗 And thank you! 💕
Yay You're Back 🙌🏾 Love Love love it!!! Can't wait for Part 2!!!
Yay! Thank you honey! All for God’s glory! 🙌🏽☺️🎉
I love this video! I am transitioning to plant based and trying to get my husband and 2 boys to transition as well. After being diagnosed with interstitial cystitis last year, my doctor recommended becoming Plant Based to be able to keep mu health issues under control. I have started transitioning slowly and it has been hard, especially since I don’t cook and I am a cheese lover. But your video has inspired me to try a new way of approach to this new lifestyle I want for my self and my family. Thank you so much and Congratulations on your pregnancy. Many Blessings to you and your family.
Thank you Cindy! Congrats on your new transition! Yes- the beginning is a little challenging, but remember this: progress over perfection matters most. So don’t give up even if you slip up. A good suggestion is to meal plan as best as possible, and take it in strides. If you can only do plant based 2 days a week, that’s still HUGE, until you can get a better groove. Also, check out this video for extra inspiration: th-cam.com/video/a1a5tcg1gsI/w-d-xo.html
Wishing you and your family the absolute best! You CAN do it. 💜
Hi Melissa, I'm loving your energy already 👍👏
Yay! Thank you so much, Sally 🤗
I am getting on the CMH Train, thanks for sharing these motivational videos.
Great to hear Damali! You got this! 💜
The quality of these videos is just getting better and better. So proud!
Aw thank you, Keneisha! 😊💕
Congratulations on your babyyyyy!!! So happy for you and your family!! 💖💖💖
Aw thank you Jada! ☺️💕
Super helpful - thank you! I am at the end of preparation and beginning of action stage myself. I was looking for advice on how to go plant-based and your channel has helped a lot. I've tried vegetarian eating before but never succeeded in maintaining it for long. Now that my health is at rock bottom, I am desperate for a way to improve my health and take responsibility for my health through changing my diet. Your practical approach without the judgement is exactly what I was looking for to help me on my journey. Again - thank you!
So proud of you @KrisBlack! Praying you get your health back on track and THRIVE!
YAY!! Need this info and support.
Incredibly funny, encouraging and helpful! Thank you so much. You've given me great tips to help transition my family.
Yayay! Wishing you the very best as you transition your family ❤️
I’m so new to my journey that I haven’t factored in my family yet. I’m still taking baby steps in what I know is the right direction. So far, they see what I’m trying to do but haven’t really said anything. They’re just letting me explore this new path on my own.
Excellent! Yes- baby steps. Proud of you!
One healthy tip from me: Mental health I use yoga and meditation everyday. 😊
Mental health is huge! 🙏🏽💜
Welcome back! I have missed you!
I love this information because I'm the only vegan in my household. My 9 year old daughter is transitioning, my 3 year old toddler is... a toddler! She barely eats anything and when she does it's...well...crap! Now my husband is at stage one. He is not even receptive to the notion of veganism😳.
I encourage my girls as much as possible. I encourage my husband too but now I'm going to start being his ally in this journey towards a plant based lifestyle 😉.
You go girl! Deon, it’s a process for us all. Be patient, stay supportive, and continue to let your let shine to every person at home. You CAN do this ❤️
I am so happy you are still making videos !!! CONGRATULATIONS !!!
Aww thanks honey! I appreciate your support!
I loved it! That intro skit with the Judgy Vegan needs to be shopped around Tinsel Town (or The Comedy Store) at the very least. You could build a very lucrative career off of that character and monologue, Melissa. Keep up the good work!
And remember- it's not about the destination, but the journey. Small steps in the right direction matter most.
Such encouraging words, Gregory ☺️ Thank you for taking the time to send some joy. Blessings to you!
Bless you Sis ♡ thankful for your videos!
Thank you Chantelle! 😊
You should be on chef aj’s channel! She interviews wfpb educators she would love you! Btw love your top and makeup! So pretty
Aww thank you Lizzy! I love Chef AJ! Hopefully one day 😌 Success on your journey 💜
Melissa, big thanks for putting me back on track. I was derailed by being constantly let down by my boyfriend refusing to try vegan meals. Sometimes he did indeed but he never seemed like really enjoying it. So I thought okay, maybe that´ s it, he will never get rid off his health issues and I settled In the mindset “I m not responsible for his health” Your video helped me to change my mindset and now I believe it k s doable, it ´ll just také some TIME. Fails must not derail me again. Thank you, Martina
“Fails must not derail me again”! Powerful Martina! Yesss! You CAN do this. You are inspiring him! Believe it honey.
Congratulation on your new life growing!!! So glad your Back, thanks for all your help. This is a journey and I Thank You !!!Love your funny truth.
Thank you, Mary 😊 Glad you found these helpful. God bless!
Great video and congratulations on your announcement! 😍 I’m looking forward to part 2. I’d like to see a video with juicing recipes as well as what to do with the pulp. 🤓
Thank you sweetheart!! Oooh that’s a good one. I’ll put that on my radar! 😊💕
Hi Mel! Congratulations on the new baby! I can hardly wait to see what you have in store for your channel. Also, I'm glad you're back, I wasn't sure what was what!!❤❤
Thank you, Shawnte! 💕☺️ I appreciate it! Lots in store for the channel! Appreciate your support 💜
What's the name of the book
Wonderful teaching!
Thank you 😊
I recently started on my plant based diet and have been successful. I was removed from my blood pressure meds and have even loss 6lbs. The only problem I am having is flattening my belly. I’ve been walking frequently but my belly I need your help with flattening it. Thank you so much 😊
Congrats on your new health journey and progress! Give the belly some time and keep going. The diet combined with walking will definitely help 😊
Congratulations to you on your new baby on the way!!! 🥳🥳🥳
Thank you!! 😊
I love your videos.
I'm dying over "and if you're offended... your eating too many cows..." so funny and I bet I've said familiar things.
I also did a progression. When I came home to find my pet pig Wilbur, was on the dinner table I went vegetarian immediately. It took a while to let go of dairy too and it's helped my asthma. 😄 I'm sure it will help with my leukemia as well.
😂 🙌🏽 Thanks honey! I appreciate your support. And we have so much in common!! So glad you made the switch. May you THRIVE! 💜
So curious for part 2🤓 Love your mindset and vibe🙏🏼❤️
Thanks love! It’s comin’ soon soon 🤗💜
just found your channel and i LOVE it! love your personality and tips thank you!
Aw yay! Thanks Rachel! Wishing you the ABSOLUTE BEST on your journey!! 😊
Congratulations 👶🏽🎊🥰🙏🏼🙏🏼
Literally my life - my fiancé his son and I are plant based but his daughter is from the other side 🤣🤣slowly trying new recipes(because really I can just be full with broccoli and rice- it doesn’t have to be complicated)and last night the non vegan had red lentil curry and Buffalo chickpea quesadillas so 🙌🏼🙌🏼like you said one step at a time and celebrating the step made🙏🏼
Yaaas!! 🙌🏽 One step at a time, Anne! And thanks for the congrats love! 💕
Personally trying to transition, however, concerned about my fiancée; he’s Mexican. Any suggestions? The blessing is that he LOVES veggies and fruit but meat is his tradition/culture. Thanks and LOVE LOVE LOVE your content! Just found you today.
So glad you’re here! And I get it. Check out this playlist: th-cam.com/play/PLAJcKfbJAvDxsJfi9AjyyyhcIYEwhXohq.html&si=ly1JnMjISZDZkXbF 💜
I'm not quite the audience for this video but I love your videos and approach to health and educating on it
Awww. Thanks KT! So sweet of you to stop by and show some love. God bless you sis! 💕
Exactly what I was looking for! Thanks for this vdo because it's difficult enough to transition yourself but you have to drive husband and kids... ffff that's a toughy!
I hope you know that your example is speaking volumes! Keep going! Hugs 💜
@@ChoosingMyHealth hopefully 🥰
I love your style, personality, beauty, and intelligence. Love your channel! So happy you showed up on my feed!!! New subscriber here. :)
So sweet of you Jessica! Thank you for your encouragement, and support! 💕
You are awesome, I love watching your channel! You are informative and enjoyable to watch. I have lupus and just started a plant based diet, if there's anything you use to assist newbies, please share.
Congrats BethAnn and thank you! I really hope this lifestyle change gives you the relief & healing you need. You’re welcome to sign-up for my freebie for newbies: choosingmyhealth.com/game-changers-opt-in/ 💜
Thanks for the videos. I’m really enjoying them. Still in the contemplation stage… I’m curious about plant based pregnancies. How have your pregnancies been (health for you and baby, ease of pregnancy or birth) and do you need to take supplements for any vitamins during it?
Jessica! So happy to hear you’re enjoying them sweetheart. My plant based pregnancies were such a blessing. No regrets. I share my experience in these 2 videos:
How to Have a Healthy Vegan/Plant-Based Pregnancy:
th-cam.com/video/W471R_rtoyo/w-d-xo.html
What I Eat In a Day (pregnant): th-cam.com/video/7Qzqod9y8uA/w-d-xo.html
Wishing you the best! 💜
Hi! Love your content and may have missed this.... what's the difference between eating plant based and eating vegan?
Hi Shani! So glad you dropped by! Girl, I’m just glad to be a blessing to ya!
I recently released a video on this very topic. Check it out: Vegan vs Plant-Based vs Whole Food Plant-Based | So...what's the difference? th-cam.com/video/2B4ye80u3f0/w-d-xo.html
@Choosing My Health --thank you...going to check it out, now!! And congrats on Plant Based Baby #2🤗
Thank you 😊
Hi Melissa. Right on time. I struggle wirh consistency in my own plant based journey. Having food I like on hand is a challenge. Cooking is not my favorite, but U can cook. I also have to cook meet for my husband. Hard cooking two meals. We are empty nesters, just us. I think maybe a week challenge of raw veggies would be a good restart for me. What do you think? Thank you. I love your channel. You make me really want to stick with my transition to plant based.
Ilka a week challenge sounds awesome. Go for it. And thank you for your kind words. Don’t give up on yourself or your family. Baby steps. Cheering you on 💜😊
Yay! Thanks for all this positivity so needed it right now. Husband and I let go of meats 5 years ago and are plant based vegan 4 years now, but are now trying to let go of the processed vegan foods as we see that they are not beneficial to us. Letting go of the chips and French fries have been the biggest challenges right now. Talk about celebrating we are about to be at 1 week no French fries or chips! It just dawned at me and I will make sure to tell him how proud I am of him staying strong. Husband still has strong cravings for cheese after all these years but he is staying strong. Any suggestions to kick those cravings for good? Thanks again and yes I would like to see more videos about plant based pregnancy and transitioning children to plant based diet.
Congrats @D Egypt! So proud of you both! It’s definitely a process, but you all are doing amazing! Keep at it. The processed foods take time to completely eliminate, but baby steps, little by little does the trick. As for your husband, maybe you can find a plant based cheese recipe he really likes- or a store bought cheese alternative to carry him over on those really “bad craving” days. Here’s a recipe to consider: choosingmyhealth.com/55347/plantbasednachocheese/
Blessings to you all! 💜😊
@@ChoosingMyHealth thanks so much I will try that recipe, but sadly he doesn't like the alternatives he says he would rather go without cheese, but he still has the cravings even though he hasn't had cheese in 4 years!
He’s amazing! Hope y’all find a solution 🙏🏽💜
@@ChoosingMyHealth thank you Mel.
Congrats!
Thank you Traci!! 💛
I love your top
Thanks love! 💜
I'm rather new to this community, so I don't actually know the difference between being vegan and plant-based. Can you please explain?
Thank you for great tips and congratulations on the plant-based baby :)
Welcome Marijana! Absolutely!
Vegans: they do not eat foods derived from animal products (allows for processed foods).
Plant-Based: a plant-based diet consists of mostly or entirely plant-based foods. So food mainly from plants.
Plant-Based Vegan: abstains from animal products AND eats foods mostly or entirely from plants (a merge of the 2).
Thanks for the congrats hun! 💜
I had that same question, thanks for asking!
@@ChoosingMyHealth I hear your words, but I'm not getting it 😁 In my mind, being plant-based and vegan is the same thing.
So, please, clarify: what vegans DO eat and you don't? Tofu, seitan, tempeh? Chips? Chocolate?
No worries hun! Think of it this way:
Vegans do eat tofu, rice, avocados...(any food that doesn’t come from an animal). So do most plant based munchers. However, some vegans may also eat processed foods like Oreos/ foods that have chemicals and additives. For example, I ate tons of white bread and canned veggie meat with preservatives when I was a vegan, and didn’t know any better.
The plant based lifestyle however tries to refrain from processed food to mainly eat food from plants. So they wouldn’t do Oreos/foods with chemicals and additives.
I go into more depth on my website: choosingmyhealth.com
Hope this helps!
@@ChoosingMyHealth Thank you! Now I get it 🙂💕
I needed the reminder to celebrate the wins. Those slip-ups can catch me off guard and get irritating but that's because in that moment, I'm missing the point.
It happens to us all! Keep pushing forward and keep celebrating! 😊
I still have problems letting go of soda I do make veg juices and smoothies
Gradual transitions... so don’t be hard on yourself!
I went through criticism when i was vegan and am about to go back to my vegan
Everyone will always have an opinion. Lead by your convictions, and always free yourself to choose you!
Congrats on your family's new addition! I'm excited you're back! My family LOVES your videos! My kids thought this video was funny. I totally agree! You're SO insightful! Looking forward to Part 2!
Aww thanks Beatrice! I so appreciate your kind words and congrats. Blessings to you and the fam! 💜💕😊
Rather be honest and let them judge me for telling the God given truth than to let my loved ones think that they can get away without loving themselves too and never truly experiencing the body that we were given for our lives as people…
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I am the primary cook in my family of 4 (SAHM with husband and teen/tween kids) and they have NO interest in joining me in trying this out. I keep reassuring them that I am not eating AT them. I'm not inviting any of them along, although if they ask of course I will share. But they just will not stop hassling me about it. The jokes are getting old. Do you have any advice on getting them off my back and just getting them to let me do me?
Hi Molly! You’re amazing mama! You must have seen my screen because I’m working on a video now with tangible ways to get your family on board (or at least understanding your perspective). So look out for that. Keep doing you, and stay resilient. It’s only a matter of time until they realize you’re sticking to your guns. At any rate, you owe this to yourself. And who knows? Your family might decide to join you on the challenge when you least expect. Keep going, regardless. Cheering you on 💕
@@ChoosingMyHealth Oh yay! I can't wait. I am definitely NOT encouraging anyone in my house to join me. It would backfire. But just trying to live by example, offer a taste here and there, and let them decide on their own.
What’s the difference between vegan and plant based? I thought they were the same thing.
Hey Maggie! My next video (releasing in a week) will go into depth about this! Be on the lookout for it! But in short, a vegan diet is a meat-free diet. A plant-based diet is centered on plants.
Love butter and cheese need a little help
Check out this recipe, Bridgette! th-cam.com/video/LaTuto95QwQ/w-d-xo.html 💕
You said that you went vegan then planet based! What’s the difference? I’m just vegan....
Hey Andre!
Vegans: they do not eat foods derived from animal products (allows for processed foods).
Plant-Based: a plant-based diet consists of mostly or entirely plant-based foods. So food mainly from plants.
Plant-Based Vegan: abstains from animal products AND eats foods mostly or entirely from plants (a merge of the 2).
Hope this helps! 😊