I've been watching your channel for many years now, and the reviews are, in my opinion, the most honest and experienced on social media. I've tried some awesome beers because of your reviews and also enjoyed the info generally about the industry so very educational as well. You achieve all this with a lot of humour and a down to earth approach, which I love. It's really good of you Simon to be honest and share this update. Your health has to come first. All the best moving forward and here's to a cracking 2024, cheers 🍻 🎉💯
Ditto this post, miles better than I could’ve put it! Thank you for all the content, and I will continue to enjoy your reviews whether they are about beer or not. All the best mate.
This is, in my opinion your best and most important video. You have absolutely set the standard for beer revoews and I have loved them. However, it is so very important to look after ourselves and recognise our bodies messages. Well done on your courageous stance. Dont fall back into old habits, we need you to take a break. It guides those who need guidance, thats possibly your new calling. Much love.
People hate the fact people are successful & things have to change now & again. Do what you need to do. UA-cam is a job , you have to live your life BTS. All the best.
Simon If you do a beer review every other day your followers won't go because the quality and your knowledge of what you're talking about is regarded as one of the best beer reviewers on the tube!
After 40 years of enjoying beer, all kinds, I've had to stop. I have been ignoring the warning signs for years. More than a couple of beers makes my pancreas cry out in pain. Ten days ago, it was all too much to bear. The day after I decided to quit. There's a big hole in my life but I'm doing ok and feeling good. Part of me hopes that in a month maybe I can have just one beer at a time, but I know that's a slippery slope. In the meantime, I'm looking forward to an Erdinger Alkoholfrei next weekend. Anyhow, I love your channel, keep up the great work!
I have drunk heavily most of my life. 46 now. I drank a lot from 18-25. Then quite a lot from 25-35. Then 35-40 Quite a lot (although a little less). Last five years I have really slowed down. I get terrific headaches nowadays and I find the beer just isn't worth it. I still have a bottle of beer now and again....or even two. But nowadays health is more important. Do what is best for you Simon. Everything in moderation is a good motto. I will say one thing. The less I drink the less I crave it. The less I think about it. Most importantly. When I think of doing something socially I don't connect beer to it anymore. It isn't the be all and end all. You don't need to have a pint when you go to the cinema. You don't need to get to Friday and think 'right let's start drinking'.....Beer should be drunk when you really want it , not for the sake of it.
I'm the same mate. Same age as you and got to the same conclusion. Still keep buying beer after work but bit all the time and as you say I just have one or two when I want it and for the taste of it and not just to get hammered. Nevertheless I consider still limiting it significantly. I have wasted so much time due to drinking. Definitely could have achieved so much more in my life if not for partying and drinking. Damage is done now. Never been an alcoholic or heavy usage but still it does effect you and also how you are perceived. Not worth it really. All the best to the host of this channel. Do what you need to man!
@@dajsespokoj3884 just saw your message. Don't think about the time you have wasted. Think about the fun things you did and think about how much you can now moving forward. I get up early nowadays every day on weekends and go swimming with my kid etc.
Simon for what it's worth. I started watching you at 17 years of age. Now I am 24. I started with fitness and weightlifting at 20, therefore drinking way less. My interest shifted and I wasn't keen on beer anymore as much as I used to be. But you know what? Your food reviews were suddenly very interesting to me. I loved every noodle review and idk why but your reviews just made me smile. I was always worried about your health since I couldn't think about drinking so much. But you seem to had no problem with it. Long story short you have 70k subscribers, this is enough to fill a stadion of people. Obviously there will always be idiots blaming you because they are uncontent with who they are. But I like you for the way you review, honest, a bit messy, funny but authentic af. So thank you for that and please do what's best for you. Kind regards. Im glad you're okay And btw I am on a mission to find the best non alcoholic beer so please enlighten me
Brulo make comfortably the best NA beers, in my opinion- their Cascadian Tides stout, Highway To Hell lager and 7 Hop 7 Grain IPA are all especially good.
I’m 24 myself highly focused on fitness like you, my favourite AF beer is Andechs which I enjoyed alot when studying in Germany, I’ve also tried it in the UK but it’s a bit a chore to find here especially in the North West which is where I currently live, otherwise you can’t go wrong with an Erdinger AF both hold up really well as far as AF beers go.
Breaks my heart mate you’re probably one of the most genuine people on UA-cam,your positive energy helps me get through the week,nothing better than getting in after a bad day and watching real ale craft beer with a nice cold pint,im enjoying all the content you upload,wishing you all the best with your health Simon.
Been watching you're vids for many years now Simon. Glad to hear you're on the mend! My brother is off the beer a year back in November. One night he was complaining of bad pains in his stomach and chest so he done the right thing and phoned an ambulance. Basically, the doctors told him his liver was packing in and he was dangerously low in magnesium and potassium, a form of Malnutrition. Thankfully over a year later he's made a full recovery, and after 30 years of heavy drinking he said he doesn't really miss it. Zero zeros now, new life. I was watching a programme about a liver experts convention, and they came to the conclusion that not drinking for 3 full days in a row, is really beneficial to it's healing powers. Remarkable organ. So for 3 full days a week I don't drink. Hard, but I'd rather that than none at all.
I've got the same problem. I've managed to get it down to 2 pints a day now rather than the actual lot as I have liver disease they said I have to taper off it and not just stop.
I had some personal problems last year and needed a clear mind to help myself get back on track, still on a break from the booze, all my mates have been great, you've gotta do whats best for you simon , all the best and keep up the good work.
Good to hear you’re feeling better Simon - please don’t risk your health for our entertainment - listen to your body and ease off when you need to - look after yourself dude ❤
I'm glad you're okay, man. We're not in our 20's anymore! Gotta take it easy. I'm glad I've never been a daily drinker. I normally stick to 3-5 drinks twice a week, usually on the weekends. Did dry January too just to check myself and have a bit of a reset. Breaks are good. They keep you accountable. Cheers.
Happy to hear you are well and in the best spirits. I'm looking forward to your future reviews. I hope you will continue to take care of yourself and don't hesitate to pace yourself if you need to. Nothing is more important than your health. It's great to have you back reviewing beers. Wishing you good health and continued success in 2024 and for many more years to come.
Thanks for sharing this mate and for your honesty. Glad to hear you’re feeling better for taking a break. Keep up the good work and hopefully see you at Beer X…?
Proud of you Simon. Ive watched for about 7 years maybe 8, and have commented so many times that your drinking too much too often. Surely theres a way you could run your channel but maybe only drink beer 3-4 times per week. 3 days break per week is 156 days per year. Equivalent of 5 months. Over the long term that time off is going to hopefully keep you in better health. I know someone who is only 40, he literally just had a liver transplant. The pain and problems hes gone through over the last 12 months even leading up to this point is unreal. Hes not out of the woods yet either, still may need another operation to open up a vessel or something thats not working. The emotional toll is there too, not just on him, but his wife, children and family. Take care of your health. Prioritise it over the channel no matter how much you love drinking beer.
I’ve watched your channel for years Simon. This was such an honest video and I massively respect you for putting it out there. It takes a lot of courage to do that fair play.
Fair play to you simon for revealing your problems on here, it takes guts to tell the truth about your health, i have been following you for ages and enjoy all your videos. Health comes before anything else. Just be careful its so easy to fall back to what you were doing, take it easy and pace yourself. I wish you all the best for the coming year.carl/ silver gardens brewery.
I’m relatively new to this channel, been watching for around 2 years. I watch the current videos but I’m trying to watch from the beginning as well. Love this channel and this guy! Wish I’d found it earlier. I wondered about the health effects of drinking this much beer. Praying for Simon!
Hi Simon, always enjoyed the content,i had a stroke 3 years ago and gave up booze for six months,used to drink 4 bottles of wine a week, i started drinking pints of real ale ,but no stronger than 3.6 abv as i love Okellls Bitter when visiting the Isle of Man, which it is. I can go to Wetherspoons 3 or 4 times a week and have 2 or 3. Keeps me healthy i think Scaling the booze back still allows me to enjoy it. The Beers and wines are stronger than years ago,and thats a problem.
Glad to hear you're ok Simon. You entertain us on a daily basis and I can only applaud you for the joy you bring to us the viewers who watch and enjoy your channel. Sorry to hear you've not been well behind the scenes mate. Take care and thank you.
Never mind if people are moaning about a lack of beer reviews. Health is everything Simon. Look on the channel and you will find loads of reviews. Keep up the good work and stay healthy!!
Keep your chin up Si! I've recently had to cut back from 3 1/2 liters of scotch whiskey a week to 1 3/4 liters. It's good sometimes to ease off. We're all rooting for you.
Drinking without taking a break can lead to disease and often times death. I'm really glad you're doing okay Simon. Been a fan for years. Take care of yourself!
@davidholgate-Local-SEO-Club Good for them! You are absolutely correct and everybody can do what they want. I'm just stating that alcohol simply is a poison no matter how you spin it.
@davidholgate-Local-SEO-Club It's not that serious my guy. Yes, I shouldn't have used "always" but my point got across, right? I just made a comment on a youtuber I like. Your anecdotal story is also spinning it. Alcohol is the number 1 killer world wide. Do with that what you will.
Just wanted to say that I have loved watching your videos for a while now. It sounds pathetic but I actually get quite excited when I search one of the beers I’ve bought from a bottle shop and find a review of yours for it. I had my in-laws over last weekend and it was so nice to just hide in the kitchen with a couple of beers watching some of your reviews. To reiterate many others, health is your priority. To also second others, so many beers that I search, you have completed old reviews on and therefore there just isn’t the need for them on a daily basis necessarily. I think it’s fair to say you have a few in the bag! I have done dry Jan a couple of times and it does undoubtedly make you feel amazing. Thank you for all the fun you have given to my drinking at home and can’t make the pub and for also teaching me so much about the world of beer. Take care man…
I'm only 1 minute in to the video, and I just want to say, this is one of my favourite channels, ever since I found you about 10 years ago. The amount of beers I've tried, and I have loved because of this channel has been a brilliant journey. Keep up the great work Simon, we all love and appreciate you.😎
I got liver disease a few years ago from drinking and I was in a lot of pain, all my skin peeled off, eyes and skin went yellow. Luckily no permanent damage was done but I had to have 5 months off ale and it really gave me a good reset and I couldn't imagine drinking every day now, scares me to death. You look healthier than you have in last 2 or 3 years.
One week off a month gives the liver a good break and takes the pressure off the kidneys. That is my absolute minimum and I always feel better for it. I think for Simon because he can record a few reviews in an afternoon he should just tweak the recording schedule and allow himself that time, the content doesn't need to change or the release schedule but he's definitely got to start being kinder to himself. You are right, he looks much much better than he has for a number of years, as much as I love the reviews I don't want to see him taking years off his life.
@@puredeadmagicman9652 Yeah, my liver was functioning fine after 5 months, was told just to take it easy from now and to take it as a warning. I was 27 and in good shape, just had 2 years of drinking 10 pints a day during COVID , didn't give myself a break 🤷
Hey mate - if it means anything, i just like seeing you talk about stuff. The fact that we both like beer is just an added bonus! You hit the nail on the head - sometimes in life it's tough to stay positive and keep a healthy outlook; but you make it a lot easier! Wouldn't care if you never did another beer review again and we drank pineapple juice at the Stoned Crow - you'll always have my support.
Get well soon Simon. I personally quit drinking last June and feel way better for it. I'm not saying I'll never touch the stuff again but going without for a long time does you the world of good. Regular drinking certainly doesn't.
Life is about balance. Now even more as we get older. Been around your channel for quite some time and Im glad to see you're ok. Just take care of yourself. Don't think too much of letting people down. At the end of the day is you and your family that counts. Enjoy life.
So glad you're going to continue the channel Simon - this is essential viewing for lovers of beer worldwide. But also glad that you are sensible enough to know when your body needs a break!! Always listen to your body and you won't go too far wrong. Best wishes for the future.
Hey man! I know it took a lot for you to make the video and I appreciate you being transparent on your health. Take care of yourself because your health is most important. I’ve been not drinking a little bit over 30 days. Not really trying to do dry January it just happened. Think about your family and it’s important for you to be in their lives so, again take care of yourself because you only have one life to live. God bless my friend!!!
Stay healthy Simon. I don't watch many channels like yours, far from my usual genre but I really enjoy your videos and have done for many years. Put yourself first and the many thousands of people who genuinely enjoy your videos will still be here.
Did you ever see the Adrian Chiles documentary 'Drinkers like me ' ? The book was even better, counting units was a shock to me and made me consider my habits....Recommended. Take it easy mate ....👍
Hey buddy you dont have to drink all those beers i just enjoy watching your videos you have a good positive energy that tends to make me feel better on a bad day..
Sometimes we all need a 'wake up call' to make us stop and reflect. Thank you for being honest because it might well help others. I personally worried that your body was going to crash. You can't drink the amount you were indefinitely without repercussions. This break was much needed. Yes, you enjoy beer and you enjoy your channel, but you HAVE to put your health first and you need to be around for your kids. Make those 2 things your priority and enjoy the beer secondary to that.. Good luck to you Simon and good health for 2024 and many years to come
I watched the Guinness zero vid yesterday and was immediately struck by how you looked slimmer and less red in the face. Now I can see why. As for the overactive bladder, are you sure you don't have a wheat or other beer-related intolerance? The beer plays havoc with mine. I Just drank cider for about 4 years, and keep any wheat intake to a minimum. Am far better now. Take care.
Take your health as the most important thing Simon! Beer is the best and so is this community, but your health is much more important and your family. If you changed the channel to just food reviews or anything else, youre true fans will be cheering you on! Also we can still meet as a community at the virtual pub but have a cup of tea or coffee instead :)
I've watched your channel from the early days, although I don't think I've posted many comments? What I've really enjoyed, is how an ordinary bloke from Cardiff, with absolutely no media training, can set up a channel - run from his kitchen - and make an incredible success of it gaining thousands of subscribers, stone the crows! And of the naysayers, I would say, anyone who is without sin, cast the first stone. I've just had a similar health scare these past few weeks, and although it's turned out to be not as serious as I thought, I'm going for a dry February. Anyway, great to hear that your good health has returned, keep up the good work!
Thanks to you I've swiched from 10 years of drinking Holsten to now drinking Tyskie.Due to Holsten no longer being imported,and the fact it is brewed with glucose syrup.Thanks.
I drank heavily for 37 years thinking i was having fun and enjoying myself I'm now 50 and teetotal. Alcohol is a poison and will take its toll on health. I'm glad to hear you're feeling much better.
I’ve had times in the past where it got a bit hardcore (for me which isn’t that much). It does need a bit of self discipline to kick in to pull back. Great to hear you did that and looking after your health as priority No.1. We don’t want to lose our No.1 reviewer
As someone who also has an overactive bladder (plus an enlarged prostate, or as the doctors call it BPH - benign prostatic hyperplasia), I can sympathise with you. Like you, I’m on Tamsulosin. It’s no fun, but at the end of the day your health comes first. I need to cut down on the alcohol myself and have been dry since 15th January, and I’m starting to feel better, taking more exercise etc. Thank you for your candour and honesty, and I wish you and your channel all the very best going forward. Please take care, and don’t be afraid to take a step back every now and then. There’s only one of you and we all want to see more of your wonderful beer reviews.
Glad to see it's not been too serious. As I've gotten older I've had to schedule more and more non-drinking days into my calendar. To the extent that I now block about 50% of my xmas holidays out that way. Maybe you should make Dry January a feature of the channel going forward - I think it would be very useful for those also doing it. Especially the 0% stuff
Bro , we are really sorry to hear this news regarding you health issues and we wish you the very best. Without your inspiration and guidance NONE of us would be doing this youtube thing.
Si your health is far more important than entertaining us! That must come first, don't feel pressured. Like you say you have a large back catalogue which I have been making use of (You have liked some of my comments on these) I suggest people check these out they are great! I intend to work my way through all of them. Ignore the negatives I'd like to see them try to do this. Your health comes first.
As Morgan Freeman said: "Never take criticism from people you would not go to for advice." Some people just live to criticize others, very sad, and especially highly successful people. You are highly successful, the best reviews, loved on a global basis. Our health is a measure of how connected we are to nature. Outdoor walks are great, and if nature didn't make it, generally, we shouldn't eat it. Take care of yourself and know that we are all with you. Peace be with you friend.
Hey Simon, First of all- I'm glad you're okay! I'll always watch your videos to support Real Ale Craft Beer, no matter which direction it goes. At this point, we've gotten to know you and enjoy your personality, no matter what the topic. Your videos have been incredibly insightful, and I feel like (as an American) I have a good grasp of British and European craft beer for the times I've flown across the pond- all thanks to you. I only wish that I could send you more beer and more often. Thanks for the update, and cheers!
Pleased to hear your ok after what sounds like a rock and roll couple of years. Props for the upfront and honest way you talked about your health and life, some including myself would find that hard to do 👍 This is a calling from the man upstairs saying “slow down abit brother” you’ve got plenty of life left 😀
Thank you for being honest and uploading this video. When you do a few beer reviews each day, in order to create the videos....maybe have a mate around to share what's left of the beer. This way, you don't feel like you need to drink it all and not waste. Regardless....good to see you back and excited for the new year.
Dave from the US here. I've enjoyed your reviews for years and you always made them fun and uplifting. Please take care of yourself first and foremost. Finding out that you can't do your videos would be a huge loss to everyone that enjoys craft beer. Your great attitude and optimistic attitude are always a great escape from the daily grind. Cheers and good health to you
I started drinking heavily and irresponsibly when I was in the Army stationed in Germany. Had just turned 18 and I was partying all over Germany drinking some of the best German beer, Jagermiester, and Jack lol. I'm 39 now and I still live a very active lifestyle. Weightlifting and cardio. I still drink my German beers and I love it. I truly love the taste. Haven't had a hangover in forever. Moderation is key.
Hey Simon, glad to hear you're taking care of yourself and doing well. I've missed the (real) beer reviews, but you made the non-alcohol reviews interesting and I really enjoy your content. Keep doing what you do, you're great! Cheers! 🍻
You opened a whole new world of beer for me with your channel and I thank you for that, you do what you love and I have a great deal of respect for you because of that. However, doing this may cause health problems, drinking that much takes a toll and you have to be careful (not preaching here). I just hope you can continue doing this reviews that I really enjoy knowing that you are in good health and that your family will have you for a long time. Cheers brother and I will continue to follow your channel as I always do no matter what kind of thing you review, even if it is non alcoholic beer or vegetables LOL. Cheer man!! Keep the good work!
Glad to see you looking well I must say Simon. Positive and happy as always. I reached 10.000 unique beers on the old Untappd on New Years eve finally (2023 was my lowest beer year in a decade) and haven’t had a beer or anything alcoholic in, well, a month now. Wishing you a tremendeous 2024 our Simon. Cheers from Morten.
Good to see you're ok Si. Yeah we need to take a break as we get older. I stopped for 4 months before xmas. Don't drink every day just weekends. Looking forward to new vids, take it easy mate.
Health before wealth Simon. Had a recent bout of prostatitis myself which hasnt been pleasant. Antibiotics course finish next week, thankfully they seem to have done the trick. Glad to hear you've made some life changes and theyve benefited you.
Glad you're doing ok. I personally like your food reviews, so I'm fine seeing more of those if that's what you need to post to save your health. Do what you need to do.
100% look after yourself! My thoughts would be going forward you need to ease off or dare I say stop the social drinking. That way your body gets a break from the alcohol. All the best.
I'm on the same meds (going by the look of the box) having been diagnosed with bladder cancer in 2021. Just finished Dry Jan, do one month a year but this year I'm looking to drink even less than what I drank last year or at least be mindful of my weekly unit intake and aim for around 14-20 units a week or less. All the best with your health.
There was time I was drinking almost every day. Then my neighbour died due to liver failure. I love beers please ve the flavours but I now usually go 4 or 5 days without beer before a drink. I've lost weight I feel better. I enjoy the content, I wish you well. Take care and keep the content coming
All the best for 2024! May I recommend a trip to Southampton when you are on your travels. There are now 4 independent craft beer within a stones throw (crow?) of eachother in Bedford place. A good beer scene establishing
I'm so glad to hear things are better! Seriously, this is the best and most entertaining beer review out there! I really appreciate your beer channel and look forward to reviews yet to come. Good luck.
Simon I've been a subscriber for many years, i even sent you some ghost pepper noodles a few years ago, which you reviewed on the channel. I feel like we're friends even though we've never met. I'm glad you're feeling better. Please take care of yourself. Much love from GA, US
From one Simon to another, I'm glad you're feeling better, always remember your health is far more important that anything, including this youtube channel, after all, without you this great channel wouldn't exist. Onwards and upwards!
That's a very open and honest personal story well done for that. Glad to hear you are on the mend and looking forward to more good stuff in the future! 😊👍🇬🇧
Well done Simon! Been watching you since lockdown and you've shapped my craft beer journey. Looking forward to the upcoming year, especially out and about reviews. Keep up the good work and take care!
Thanks for your honestly, Simon, your health comes first; nothing wrong with taking some time out to rest and get back your mojo. Been following the channel for years and will carry on doing so because they’re awesome. Probably a good idea to take regular breaks off the booze: it’s bloody lovely stuff but like all things…..moderation.👍
Hi Simon, just completed dry January for the first time too! Feel great, after you’ve decided it’s happening it was much easier than I thought. NA beers helped and I’ll defo be doing it again next year. Looking forward to a year of great beer tasting now. Thanks for all the reviews. Cheers
Health before wealth, always Simon. I quite like the balance of food and beer reviews to be honest, keep up the good work and look after yourself buddy ❤
Thanks for the vid Simon. You have prompted me to have a break from daily drinking from today. I am going to have a couple of weeks off starting now😊 Going forward, maybe try 2 weeks beer reviews then 2 weeks food to let your body rest. We would all still be here watching😊
Good on you Simon, we all need a reset now and again…..respect for coming out with this update, a lot of us can relate to what you’re going through. All the best Simon and see you Friday 🍻
Love the channel and content Simon. It’s a great achievement what you have built over the years. Please, please, please 🙏 don’t feel like you need to justify a break in the your content though. Especially given your situation you’ve just outlined. As much as we all love a beer, it’s not the best thing for our bodies and minds. So while it’s there to be enjoyed, (and yes you have a beer review channel to maintain, I get that) but please take a day, a week, a month whatever you feel is needed, whenever it’s needed. You have a loyal army of followers here, all of which would support you looking after yourself.
I've been watching your channel for many years now, and the reviews are, in my opinion, the most honest and experienced on social media. I've tried some awesome beers because of your reviews and also enjoyed the info generally about the industry so very educational as well. You achieve all this with a lot of humour and a down to earth approach, which I love. It's really good of you Simon to be honest and share this update. Your health has to come first. All the best moving forward and here's to a cracking 2024, cheers 🍻 🎉💯
Ditto this post, miles better than I could’ve put it! Thank you for all the content, and I will continue to enjoy your reviews whether they are about beer or not. All the best mate.
This is, in my opinion your best and most important video. You have absolutely set the standard for beer revoews and I have loved them. However, it is so very important to look after ourselves and recognise our bodies messages. Well done on your courageous stance. Dont fall back into old habits, we need you to take a break. It guides those who need guidance, thats possibly your new calling. Much love.
Why not do a video on alcohol free beers? That's what I'm drinking for a month.
I love beer but there comes times where it needs a rest, so glad he took a break. Has to be done sometimes
People hate the fact people are successful & things have to change now & again. Do what you need to do. UA-cam is a job , you have to live your life BTS. All the best.
We love you, Simon. Fan from USA. Best of health to you and the ones you love.
Simon If you do a beer review every other day your followers won't go because the quality and your knowledge of what you're talking about is regarded as one of the best beer reviewers on the tube!
After 40 years of enjoying beer, all kinds, I've had to stop. I have been ignoring the warning signs for years. More than a couple of beers makes my pancreas cry out in pain. Ten days ago, it was all too much to bear. The day after I decided to quit.
There's a big hole in my life but I'm doing ok and feeling good. Part of me hopes that in a month maybe I can have just one beer at a time, but I know that's a slippery slope.
In the meantime, I'm looking forward to an Erdinger Alkoholfrei next weekend.
Anyhow, I love your channel, keep up the great work!
I have drunk heavily most of my life. 46 now. I drank a lot from 18-25. Then quite a lot from 25-35. Then 35-40 Quite a lot (although a little less). Last five years I have really slowed down. I get terrific headaches nowadays and I find the beer just isn't worth it. I still have a bottle of beer now and again....or even two. But nowadays health is more important. Do what is best for you Simon. Everything in moderation is a good motto. I will say one thing. The less I drink the less I crave it. The less I think about it. Most importantly. When I think of doing something socially I don't connect beer to it anymore. It isn't the be all and end all. You don't need to have a pint when you go to the cinema. You don't need to get to Friday and think 'right let's start drinking'.....Beer should be drunk when you really want it , not for the sake of it.
I'm the same mate. Same age as you and got to the same conclusion. Still keep buying beer after work but bit all the time and as you say I just have one or two when I want it and for the taste of it and not just to get hammered. Nevertheless I consider still limiting it significantly. I have wasted so much time due to drinking. Definitely could have achieved so much more in my life if not for partying and drinking. Damage is done now. Never been an alcoholic or heavy usage but still it does effect you and also how you are perceived. Not worth it really. All the best to the host of this channel. Do what you need to man!
@@dajsespokoj3884 just saw your message. Don't think about the time you have wasted. Think about the fun things you did and think about how much you can now moving forward. I get up early nowadays every day on weekends and go swimming with my kid etc.
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some people do need it to function at all, sadly. I have quite severe agoraphobia, I can't go outside without a drink.
Simon for what it's worth. I started watching you at 17 years of age. Now I am 24. I started with fitness and weightlifting at 20, therefore drinking way less. My interest shifted and I wasn't keen on beer anymore as much as I used to be. But you know what? Your food reviews were suddenly very interesting to me. I loved every noodle review and idk why but your reviews just made me smile. I was always worried about your health since I couldn't think about drinking so much. But you seem to had no problem with it. Long story short you have 70k subscribers, this is enough to fill a stadion of people. Obviously there will always be idiots blaming you because they are uncontent with who they are. But I like you for the way you review, honest, a bit messy, funny but authentic af. So thank you for that and please do what's best for you. Kind regards. Im glad you're okay
And btw I am on a mission to find the best non alcoholic beer so please enlighten me
Brulo make comfortably the best NA beers, in my opinion- their Cascadian Tides stout, Highway To Hell lager and 7 Hop 7 Grain IPA are all especially good.
I'll have a look. Thanks!@@cherrydutz
I’m 24 myself highly focused on fitness like you, my favourite AF beer is Andechs which I enjoyed alot when studying in Germany, I’ve also tried it in the UK but it’s a bit a chore to find here especially in the North West which is where I currently live, otherwise you can’t go wrong with an Erdinger AF both hold up really well as far as AF beers go.
@@olivermolloy6432 thank you!
Breaks my heart mate you’re probably one of the most genuine people on UA-cam,your positive energy helps me get through the week,nothing better than getting in after a bad day and watching real ale craft beer with a nice cold pint,im enjoying all the content you upload,wishing you all the best with your health Simon.
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Health always comes first. Good luck. I will still follow you here.
Si firstly great to hear you're ok, everyone can have a break if they like so ignore any negativity. You have our support. Look after yourself mate.
Been watching you're vids for many years now Simon. Glad to hear you're on the mend! My brother is off the beer a year back in November. One night he was complaining of bad pains in his stomach and chest so he done the right thing and phoned an ambulance. Basically, the doctors told him his liver was packing in and he was dangerously low in magnesium and potassium, a form of Malnutrition. Thankfully over a year later he's made a full recovery, and after 30 years of heavy drinking he said he doesn't really miss it. Zero zeros now, new life.
I was watching a programme about a liver experts convention, and they came to the conclusion that not drinking for 3 full days in a row, is really beneficial to it's healing powers. Remarkable organ. So for 3 full days a week I don't drink. Hard, but I'd rather that than none at all.
I've got the same problem. I've managed to get it down to 2 pints a day now rather than the actual lot as I have liver disease they said I have to taper off it and not just stop.
I had some personal problems last year and needed a clear mind to help myself get back on track, still on a break from the booze, all my mates have been great, you've gotta do whats best for you simon , all the best and keep up the good work.
Good to hear you’re feeling better Simon - please don’t risk your health for our entertainment - listen to your body and ease off when you need to - look after yourself dude ❤
I'm glad you're okay, man. We're not in our 20's anymore! Gotta take it easy. I'm glad I've never been a daily drinker. I normally stick to 3-5 drinks twice a week, usually on the weekends. Did dry January too just to check myself and have a bit of a reset. Breaks are good. They keep you accountable. Cheers.
Happy to hear you are well and in the best spirits. I'm looking forward to your future reviews. I hope you will continue to take care of yourself and don't hesitate to pace yourself if you need to. Nothing is more important than your health. It's great to have you back reviewing beers. Wishing you good health and continued success in 2024 and for many more years to come.
Thanks for sharing this mate and for your honesty. Glad to hear you’re feeling better for taking a break. Keep up the good work and hopefully see you at Beer X…?
Proud of you Simon. Ive watched for about 7 years maybe 8, and have commented so many times that your drinking too much too often. Surely theres a way you could run your channel but maybe only drink beer 3-4 times per week. 3 days break per week is 156 days per year. Equivalent of 5 months. Over the long term that time off is going to hopefully keep you in better health.
I know someone who is only 40, he literally just had a liver transplant. The pain and problems hes gone through over the last 12 months even leading up to this point is unreal. Hes not out of the woods yet either, still may need another operation to open up a vessel or something thats not working. The emotional toll is there too, not just on him, but his wife, children and family.
Take care of your health. Prioritise it over the channel no matter how much you love drinking beer.
I’ve watched your channel for years Simon. This was such an honest video and I massively respect you for putting it out there. It takes a lot of courage to do that fair play.
Fair play to you simon for revealing your problems on here, it takes guts to tell the truth about your health, i have been following you for ages and enjoy all your videos. Health comes before anything else. Just be careful its so easy to fall back to what you were doing, take it easy and pace yourself. I wish you all the best for the coming year.carl/ silver gardens brewery.
I’m relatively new to this channel, been watching for around 2 years. I watch the current videos but I’m trying to watch from the beginning as well. Love this channel and this guy! Wish I’d found it earlier. I wondered about the health effects of drinking this much beer. Praying for Simon!
Hi Simon, always enjoyed the content,i had a stroke 3 years ago and gave up booze for six months,used to drink 4 bottles of wine a week, i started drinking pints of real ale ,but no stronger than 3.6 abv as i love Okellls Bitter when visiting the Isle of Man, which it is. I can go to Wetherspoons 3 or 4 times a week and have 2 or 3. Keeps me healthy i think Scaling the booze back still allows me to enjoy it. The Beers and wines are stronger than years ago,and thats a problem.
Glad to hear you're ok Simon. You entertain us on a daily basis and I can only applaud you for the joy you bring to us the viewers who watch and enjoy your channel. Sorry to hear you've not been well behind the scenes mate. Take care and thank you.
Glad you are keeping well. We have to listen to our bodies. Social media is a cesspit for negativity. Take care
Never mind if people are moaning about a lack of beer reviews. Health is everything Simon. Look on the channel and you will find loads of reviews. Keep up the good work and stay healthy!!
Keep your chin up Si! I've recently had to cut back from 3 1/2 liters of scotch whiskey a week to 1 3/4 liters. It's good sometimes to ease off. We're all rooting for you.
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Drinking without taking a break can lead to disease and often times death. I'm really glad you're doing okay Simon. Been a fan for years. Take care of yourself!
The sudden stop is what causes issues, you’re peddling nonsense
@@Lorenzo-cp7qs drinking is what causes the issues not a lack of drinking, birdbrain
so he should have kept going???@@Lorenzo-cp7qs
@davidholgate-Local-SEO-Club Good for them! You are absolutely correct and everybody can do what they want. I'm just stating that alcohol simply is a poison no matter how you spin it.
@davidholgate-Local-SEO-Club It's not that serious my guy. Yes, I shouldn't have used "always" but my point got across, right? I just made a comment on a youtuber I like. Your anecdotal story is also spinning it. Alcohol is the number 1 killer world wide. Do with that what you will.
Just wanted to say that I have loved watching your videos for a while now. It sounds pathetic but I actually get quite excited when I search one of the beers I’ve bought from a bottle shop and find a review of yours for it. I had my in-laws over last weekend and it was so nice to just hide in the kitchen with a couple of beers watching some of your reviews. To reiterate many others, health is your priority. To also second others, so many beers that I search, you have completed old reviews on and therefore there just isn’t the need for them on a daily basis necessarily. I think it’s fair to say you have a few in the bag! I have done dry Jan a couple of times and it does undoubtedly make you feel amazing. Thank you for all the fun you have given to my drinking at home and can’t make the pub and for also teaching me so much about the world of beer. Take care man…
I'm only 1 minute in to the video, and I just want to say, this is one of my favourite channels, ever since I found you about 10 years ago.
The amount of beers I've tried, and I have loved because of this channel has been a brilliant journey.
Keep up the great work Simon, we all love and appreciate you.😎
I got liver disease a few years ago from drinking and I was in a lot of pain, all my skin peeled off, eyes and skin went yellow. Luckily no permanent damage was done but I had to have 5 months off ale and it really gave me a good reset and I couldn't imagine drinking every day now, scares me to death. You look healthier than you have in last 2 or 3 years.
One week off a month gives the liver a good break and takes the pressure off the kidneys. That is my absolute minimum and I always feel better for it. I think for Simon because he can record a few reviews in an afternoon he should just tweak the recording schedule and allow himself that time, the content doesn't need to change or the release schedule but he's definitely got to start being kinder to himself. You are right, he looks much much better than he has for a number of years, as much as I love the reviews I don't want to see him taking years off his life.
Wait, all your skin peeled off from liver disease and you took only 5 months off the ale??! 😮😂
@@puredeadmagicman9652 Yeah, my liver was functioning fine after 5 months, was told just to take it easy from now and to take it as a warning. I was 27 and in good shape, just had 2 years of drinking 10 pints a day during COVID , didn't give myself a break 🤷
@@matthewhigson1232 how many days was your COVID ?
@@herpsmaltwatta The Pandemic with various restrictions lasted about 2 years in England
Hey mate - if it means anything, i just like seeing you talk about stuff. The fact that we both like beer is just an added bonus! You hit the nail on the head - sometimes in life it's tough to stay positive and keep a healthy outlook; but you make it a lot easier! Wouldn't care if you never did another beer review again and we drank pineapple juice at the Stoned Crow - you'll always have my support.
Hundred percent agree
I haven't watched you for a bit Simon but hope you are doing fine and return to a fully fit and healthy chap ...
Get well soon Simon. I personally quit drinking last June and feel way better for it. I'm not saying I'll never touch the stuff again but going without for a long time does you the world of good. Regular drinking certainly doesn't.
I’m glad you’ve had a rest Simon. You look better for it.
Life is about balance. Now even more as we get older. Been around your channel for quite some time and Im glad to see you're ok. Just take care of yourself. Don't think too much of letting people down. At the end of the day is you and your family that counts. Enjoy life.
So glad you're going to continue the channel Simon - this is essential viewing for lovers of beer worldwide. But also glad that you are sensible enough to know when your body needs a break!! Always listen to your body and you won't go too far wrong. Best wishes for the future.
I'm on tamsulosin due to an enlarged prostate mate do your thing and don't take negative comments to heart.... What you do is brilliant
Hey man! I know it took a lot for you to make the video and I appreciate you being transparent on your health. Take care of yourself because your health is most important. I’ve been not drinking a little bit over 30 days. Not really trying to do dry January it just happened. Think about your family and it’s important for you to be in their lives so, again take care of yourself because you only have one life to live. God bless my friend!!!
Stay healthy Simon. I don't watch many channels like yours, far from my usual genre but I really enjoy your videos and have done for many years. Put yourself first and the many thousands of people who genuinely enjoy your videos will still be here.
You take care and get well soon .. Your health is far more important. Great to see you back. 👍
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Did you ever see the Adrian Chiles documentary 'Drinkers like me ' ? The book was even better, counting units was a shock to me and made me consider my habits....Recommended. Take it easy mate ....👍
Hey buddy you dont have to drink all those beers i just enjoy watching your videos you have a good positive energy that tends to make me feel better on a bad day..
I only discovered the channel last year but love it. If you need the occasional break in the future. I'll still be here when you come back.
Sometimes we all need a 'wake up call' to make us stop and reflect. Thank you for being honest because it might well help others. I personally worried that your body was going to crash. You can't drink the amount you were indefinitely without repercussions. This break was much needed. Yes, you enjoy beer and you enjoy your channel, but you HAVE to put your health first and you need to be around for your kids. Make those 2 things your priority and enjoy the beer secondary to that.. Good luck to you Simon and good health for 2024 and many years to come
I watched the Guinness zero vid yesterday and was immediately struck by how you looked slimmer and less red in the face. Now I can see why. As for the overactive bladder, are you sure you don't have a wheat or other beer-related intolerance? The beer plays havoc with mine. I Just drank cider for about 4 years, and keep any wheat intake to a minimum. Am far better now. Take care.
Take your health as the most important thing Simon! Beer is the best and so is this community, but your health is much more important and your family. If you changed the channel to just food reviews or anything else, youre true fans will be cheering you on! Also we can still meet as a community at the virtual pub but have a cup of tea or coffee instead :)
I've watched your channel from the early days, although I don't think I've posted many comments? What I've really enjoyed, is how an ordinary bloke from Cardiff, with absolutely no media training, can set up a channel - run from his kitchen - and make an incredible success of it gaining thousands of subscribers, stone the crows! And of the naysayers, I would say, anyone who is without sin, cast the first stone. I've just had a similar health scare these past few weeks, and although it's turned out to be not as serious as I thought, I'm going for a dry February. Anyway, great to hear that your good health has returned, keep up the good work!
Great to hear your OK. I,ve tried so many beers because of your opinion of them. We have all been there with the sore kidney thing. All the best.
Thanks to you I've swiched from 10 years of drinking Holsten to now drinking Tyskie.Due to Holsten no longer being imported,and the fact it is brewed with glucose syrup.Thanks.
I drank heavily for 37 years thinking i was having fun and enjoying myself I'm now 50 and teetotal. Alcohol is a poison and will take its toll on health. I'm glad to hear you're feeling much better.
I disagree with the poison hypothesis, its just that we should all drink in moderation
@@PaulJones-k3fIt's not a hypothesis. It's a fact. Alcohol is objectively poison in every sense of the word.
I’ve had times in the past where it got a bit hardcore (for me which isn’t that much). It does need a bit of self discipline to kick in to pull back. Great to hear you did that and looking after your health as priority No.1. We don’t want to lose our No.1 reviewer
As someone who also has an overactive bladder (plus an enlarged prostate, or as the doctors call it BPH - benign prostatic hyperplasia), I can sympathise with you.
Like you, I’m on Tamsulosin. It’s no fun, but at the end of the day your health comes first. I need to cut down on the alcohol myself and have been dry since 15th January, and I’m starting to feel better, taking more exercise etc.
Thank you for your candour and honesty, and I wish you and your channel all the very best going forward. Please take care, and don’t be afraid to take a step back every now and then. There’s only one of you and we all want to see more of your wonderful beer reviews.
Hey Simon, glad you are ok. I’ve quite enjoyed your zero reviews, ignore any negativity. We still love you and all of your content 👍
Love your Reviews! From USA. Get better... Nothing wrong with moderation..
Glad to see it's not been too serious. As I've gotten older I've had to schedule more and more non-drinking days into my calendar. To the extent that I now block about 50% of my xmas holidays out that way. Maybe you should make Dry January a feature of the channel going forward - I think it would be very useful for those also doing it. Especially the 0% stuff
Bro , we are really sorry to hear this news regarding you health issues and we wish you the very best. Without your inspiration and guidance NONE of us would be doing this youtube thing.
Glad you looked after yourself Si. Keep doing so, and we'll enjoy the channel in 2024
Si your health is far more important than entertaining us! That must come first, don't feel pressured.
Like you say you have a large back catalogue which I have been making use of (You have liked some of my comments on these) I suggest people check these out they are great! I intend to work my way through all of them.
Ignore the negatives I'd like to see them try to do this. Your health comes first.
As Morgan Freeman said: "Never take criticism from people you would not go to for advice." Some people just live to criticize others, very sad, and especially highly successful people. You are highly successful, the best reviews, loved on a global basis. Our health is a measure of how connected we are to nature. Outdoor walks are great, and if nature didn't make it, generally, we shouldn't eat it. Take care of yourself and know that we are all with you. Peace be with you friend.
Hey Simon, First of all- I'm glad you're okay! I'll always watch your videos to support Real Ale Craft Beer, no matter which direction it goes. At this point, we've gotten to know you and enjoy your personality, no matter what the topic. Your videos have been incredibly insightful, and I feel like (as an American) I have a good grasp of British and European craft beer for the times I've flown across the pond- all thanks to you. I only wish that I could send you more beer and more often. Thanks for the update, and cheers!
Pleased to hear your ok after what sounds like a rock and roll couple of years.
Props for the upfront and honest way you talked about your health and life, some including myself would find that hard to do 👍
This is a calling from the man upstairs saying “slow down abit brother” you’ve got plenty of life left 😀
I've always liked your beer reviews Simon sometimes you do need a break you do what you need to do and try to ignore all the negative comments 👍👍
Thank you for being honest and uploading this video.
When you do a few beer reviews each day, in order to create the videos....maybe have a mate around to share what's left of the beer. This way, you don't feel like you need to drink it all and not waste. Regardless....good to see you back and excited for the new year.
Dave from the US here. I've enjoyed your reviews for years and you always made them fun and uplifting. Please take care of yourself first and foremost. Finding out that you can't do your videos would be a huge loss to everyone that enjoys craft beer. Your great attitude and optimistic attitude are always a great escape from the daily grind. Cheers and good health to you
I started drinking heavily and irresponsibly when I was in the Army stationed in Germany. Had just turned 18 and I was partying all over Germany drinking some of the best German beer, Jagermiester, and Jack lol. I'm 39 now and I still live a very active lifestyle. Weightlifting and cardio. I still drink my German beers and I love it. I truly love the taste. Haven't had a hangover in forever. Moderation is key.
Glad your ok Simon 😊Health and Strength are far more important than alcohol,its always beneficial to take a break from drinking beer.
Hey Simon, glad to hear you're taking care of yourself and doing well. I've missed the (real) beer reviews, but you made the non-alcohol reviews interesting and I really enjoy your content. Keep doing what you do, you're great! Cheers! 🍻
You opened a whole new world of beer for me with your channel and I thank you for that, you do what you love and I have a great deal of respect for you because of that. However, doing this may cause health problems, drinking that much takes a toll and you have to be careful (not preaching here). I just hope you can continue doing this reviews that I really enjoy knowing that you are in good health and that your family will have you for a long time. Cheers brother and I will continue to follow your channel as I always do no matter what kind of thing you review, even if it is non alcoholic beer or vegetables LOL. Cheer man!! Keep the good work!
Glad to see you looking well I must say Simon. Positive and happy as always. I reached 10.000 unique beers on the old Untappd on New Years eve finally (2023 was my lowest beer year in a decade) and haven’t had a beer or anything alcoholic in, well, a month now. Wishing you a tremendeous 2024 our Simon. Cheers from Morten.
Cheers Morton 👍👍🍺🍺
Good to see you're ok Si. Yeah we need to take a break as we get older. I stopped for 4 months before xmas. Don't drink every day just weekends. Looking forward to new vids, take it easy mate.
Health before wealth Simon. Had a recent bout of prostatitis myself which hasnt been pleasant. Antibiotics course finish next week, thankfully they seem to have done the trick. Glad to hear you've made some life changes and theyve benefited you.
Glad you're doing ok. I personally like your food reviews, so I'm fine seeing more of those if that's what you need to post to save your health. Do what you need to do.
Don’t worry about what anybody says about you not doing as much beer reviews, your health and being there for your family comes first
I’m glad your doing well Simon keep up the hard work .
100% look after yourself! My thoughts would be going forward you need to ease off or dare I say stop the social drinking. That way your body gets a break from the alcohol. All the best.
I'm on the same meds (going by the look of the box) having been diagnosed with bladder cancer in 2021. Just finished Dry Jan, do one month a year but this year I'm looking to drink even less than what I drank last year or at least be mindful of my weekly unit intake and aim for around 14-20 units a week or less. All the best with your health.
Glad to hear that you are all good 😊. Sometimes we all need a rest, you do a wonderful job and provide great content, onwards and upwards 😊
Mate we all know our own limit and know when a change is needed so proud of you for being open and honest about your journey. Keep it up
All the best Simon, a break is always a good thing. Cheers!
Just like any job you need to take breaks and you need to listen to your body. Wishing you much strength and happiness in 2024!
There was time I was drinking almost every day. Then my neighbour died due to liver failure. I love beers please ve the flavours but I now usually go 4 or 5 days without beer before a drink. I've lost weight I feel better. I enjoy the content, I wish you well. Take care and keep the content coming
All the best for 2024! May I recommend a trip to Southampton when you are on your travels. There are now 4 independent craft beer within a stones throw (crow?) of eachother in Bedford place. A good beer scene establishing
Nice and honest bud. Nice listening to you and I’m sure , like me , many people out there could take a leaf out of your book. Take care .
I'm so glad to hear things are better! Seriously, this is the best and most entertaining beer review out there! I really appreciate your beer channel and look forward to reviews yet to come. Good luck.
Simon I've been a subscriber for many years, i even sent you some ghost pepper noodles a few years ago, which you reviewed on the channel. I feel like we're friends even though we've never met. I'm glad you're feeling better. Please take care of yourself. Much love from GA, US
You always come first! You don't owe anyone anything. Enjoy the beer when you feel like it, and the rest can deal with it :)
From one Simon to another, I'm glad you're feeling better, always remember your health is far more important that anything, including this youtube channel, after all, without you this great channel wouldn't exist.
Onwards and upwards!
That's a very open and honest personal story well done for that. Glad to hear you are on the mend and looking forward to more good stuff in the future! 😊👍🇬🇧
Health comes first glad you're okay
Well done Simon! Been watching you since lockdown and you've shapped my craft beer journey. Looking forward to the upcoming year, especially out and about reviews. Keep up the good work and take care!
Love your honesty your health is number 1, take more breaks from the beer we want you and this channel around for years to come..
Good to see you back . Stay healthy, love your reviews .
Simon so glad you're ok me old china. My advice; just do what you can when you can. We'll still be here.
Thanks for your honestly, Simon, your health comes first; nothing wrong with taking some time out to rest and get back your mojo. Been following the channel for years and will carry on doing so because they’re awesome. Probably a good idea to take regular breaks off the booze: it’s bloody lovely stuff but like all things…..moderation.👍
Hi Simon, just completed dry January for the first time too! Feel great, after you’ve decided it’s happening it was much easier than I thought. NA beers helped and I’ll defo be doing it again next year. Looking forward to a year of great beer tasting now. Thanks for all the reviews. Cheers
Health before wealth, always Simon. I quite like the balance of food and beer reviews to be honest, keep up the good work and look after yourself buddy ❤
Thanks for the vid Simon. You have prompted me to have a break from daily drinking from today. I am going to have a couple of weeks off starting now😊
Going forward, maybe try 2 weeks beer reviews then 2 weeks food to let your body rest. We would all still be here watching😊
Be careful you don’t go into withdrawal.
Good on you Simon, we all need a reset now and again…..respect for coming out with this update, a lot of us can relate to what you’re going through. All the best Simon and see you Friday 🍻
This is the 1st year I've done dty January. It won't be the last. That month off the beer is well worth it for the feeling of being healthier.
Love the channel and content Simon. It’s a great achievement what you have built over the years. Please, please, please 🙏 don’t feel like you need to justify a break in the your content though. Especially given your situation you’ve just outlined. As much as we all love a beer, it’s not the best thing for our bodies and minds. So while it’s there to be enjoyed, (and yes you have a beer review channel to maintain, I get that) but please take a day, a week, a month whatever you feel is needed, whenever it’s needed. You have a loyal army of followers here, all of which would support you looking after yourself.