I love that you said "We're not talking about food. We're talking about veganism". So many people think veganism is just about food but it's about reducing animal suffering across the board and all areas of life. 💚
@Sweet Cheeks "Veganism is a way of living which seeks to exclude, as far as is possible and practicable, all forms of exploitation of, and cruelty to, animals for food, clothing or any other purpose. "
Be gracious with yourself because It can take awhile. Like she said, it took a year to fully cut out animal products. Some people can go cold turkey, tho!
Shannon Elizabeth great choice! I was vegetarian for 21 years and when I transitioned to vegan over a couple years ago I have felt so much better! Good luck on your journey 💗😁🎉
Everyone is free to do whatever they want but I stand my ground on this issue and people going back to eating meat only makes me more confident about my lifestyle choices. I do it in honor of my pets because farm animals are just as worthy as them.❤️
Thanks so much for this Candace. The first vegan meal I ever made was from your channel and now I haven’t had meat in 3 years. Thank you for showing me the light 💡 😌
I was one of those milk lovers. I used to gulp down several glasses a day...loved cheese....here I am now Vegan for 3 years...and genuinely don't miss it. I have the added 'complication' that I have to eat Gluten Free also cos I'm a Coeliac..so sometimes eating out can be harder as it usually cuts out pasta and burger style dishes...but I've adjusted...found the spots I can go to...and more choices are coming out everyday...I can genuinely say I love this lifestyle...love the foods I eat...I never run out of ideas...still as passionate about it even 3 years on. It's a bit tricky initially as you're transitioning and finding new 'default' meals but once you get it...its easy. Like she said...a great way to start is go with meals you love and find a way to veganise it.
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You were an idiot then, and you're an idiot now. Nothing to see here, y'all!
@@jayyyzeee6409 Epidiomiological and observational studies are the main bodies of data supporting veganism and plant-based eating. There is an ethical argument for veganism, but no robust science.
@ idiotic people tend to judge others too quickly by calling " idiots" themselves ! Just like ugly people call others ugly !! A beautiful ,a very good looking person hardly calls someone ugly !! Lol. Crazy people accuse others crazy way quickly ! I think you are one of those !! No need to be mean ,or bitter ! 💜🥁🐉🎤
I actually really like this more “serious” side of you 😊 thanks for this video! Also I love your apartment ... I wish I had an eye for design and decor!! 😅
I went vegan after getting one day old chicks as pets and suddenly realising that animals were sentient 🐣 honestly couldn’t imagine eating something knowing that I had hurt a wonderful creature through that choice
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What about the *THOUSANDS* of rodents, reptiles, amphibians, and insects killed every year so you can have your soy, your wheat, and your corn??? Not to mention all of the bigger animals which end up dying terrifying deaths for eating the rodents and frogs that get poisoned by the mono-crop industry!
Not only the animal factory farming is run by immigrants (legal or not). The majority of the big fruit and veggies farming is maintained by the same. Some is mechanically maintained but most is still picked by hand in our area. And the last few generations think they are too good to help, so they employ those less fortunate or the ones that will do it for the least amount possible. On our farm, we plant, water and harvest all by our self. No it isn't a huge farm, but it feeds quite a few in our community. We donate a lot to the local food pantry and several families get boxes left on their porches (we know they will not ask for help). I tend to shop a lot of sales and coupon to add dry goods and household items that may be needed also.
My goodness! Best “why am still vegan” video yet! So beautifully put… You are making room in the vegan community for inspiration and joy… Exactly what we need🤘🏻🌱♥️ Love your channel.... cool on lady!
For me it started since I got my dog. When you learn how much you can love an animal you learn a lot. They are all worthy.
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What about the *THOUSANDS* of rodents, reptiles, amphibians, and insects killed every year so you can have your soy, your wheat, and your corn??? Not to mention all of the bigger animals which end up dying terrifying deaths for eating the rodents and frogs that get poisoned by the mono-crop industry! Hypocrite!
@ Being vegan is not about being perfect. It is about causing as little harm as possible. Also 98% of soy are used to feed farm animals. We need much less plants if we eat them directly instead of feeding them to the animals first.
Completing my first year as a vegan. Reasons? All of the above! Less cruelty, feel much better, better for the environment. Relationship with food is much, much better.
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"Less cruelty"??? REALLY? What about the *THOUSANDS* of rodents, reptiles, amphibians, and insects killed every year so you can have your soy, your wheat, and your corn??? Not to mention all of the bigger animals which end up dying terrifying deaths for eating the rodents and frogs that get poisoned by the mono-crop industry! One year only??? LOL! Be ready to say goodbye to your hair, your teeth, and your guts in a few years, sweetheart!
I love your channel. My fave recipe is your Alfredo sauce. My family makes it all the time. Nice and quick and oh so tasty. Everything you said was right on. Keep creating recipes. I also went Vegan for the animals. There is no reason to kill them just to feed yourself. Hoping more people will wake up to this.
Women and their wanna be amazing feeling thing...... ugh
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Your "love for animals" SUCKS, girl! What about the *THOUSANDS* of rodents, reptiles, amphibians, and insects killed every year so you can have your soy, your wheat, and your corn??? Not to mention all of the bigger animals which end up dying terrifying deaths for eating the rodents and frogs that get poisoned by the mono-crop industry!
@ Being vegan is not about being perfect. It is about causing as little harm as possible. Also 98% of soy are used to feed farm animals. We need much less plants if we eat them directly instead of feeding them to the animals first.
@Sweet Cheeks It's actually have been proved that it's not bad for ur health at all, a little biology wouldn't hurt, humans are made to eat everything .. Right now meat eaters are in more danger than vegans bcause of the insane amounts of meat that they eat...
I think individuals who claim to be Vegan due to diet or health issues and not for the animals and environment should indicate that they are plant based, not Vegan. If they do that I don't think people would be so upset when they come out claiming that they're back to consuming animals. I support those who are Vegan and will instantly unsubscribe when they go back to consuming animals, without harassing them, because I agree with you, maintain a positive community. I am still Vegan because of content you and others put out that makes it easier and healthier to maintain the lifestyle. Thank you for all you do and for this positive message.
I I would let them call themselves vegan and not worry about it. Technically, a vegan is somebody who doesn't eat animal products or something that doesn't contain animal ingredients which is generally the mainstream culture definition. For example, recently a famous TV host said they were going vegan in a health related way. You could tell he meant it in the sense of just not eating animal products and that was how it is generally understood. But I could also tell the host was a cool guy and he just might have some inkling of the ethical side. The more the word "vegan" gets out in the public the better.
PositivePioneer false. A VEGAN is someone who refrains from engaging in the exploitation of any and all non-human sentient beings in diet as well as our daily lives (cosmetics/clothing/toiletries etc)
@@vegantina6565 That is one type of ethical vegan. There are also other people of different backgrounds with differing ethical approaches. When a buy a product with the word vegan on the side of the container, that definition that you are giving does not apply. So there is at least one more meaning of the word. Also, I don't think it does any good to set up gates in front of the word "vegan" like some kind of police force and say you cannot call yourself vegan unless you think such and such. Why not try to enlighten them about animal rights rather than say they have to call themselves plant based?I had just had a discussion with someone who thought Christian vegans weren't really vegan enough because they didn't follow the science and and that religious people should be attacked every chance we get for believing in things such as the bible. Someone from a religious background may have a differing approach to veganism. Many people see it as about compassion. The animal rights movement can still stay in the vanguard and its message is well known and easy to find on the internet.
PositivePioneer I didn’t mention religion at all and have no problem with religious vegans. But to be an ethical vegan implies (and is) a vegan for the animals.
Absolutely love this video, especially when you brought up the people that work in factory farms 💖💖💖 and thank you for continuing to live this beautiful lifestyle ✨
jrlilstar yes that was a nice part , not until recently did I realize how horrible these poor people have it .animal agriculture doesn’t nothing but destroy our plant and its people
Thank you for this positive perspective on veganism. I also view my veganism as a way to cause the least amount of harm in the world, and that is why I'm still vegan. 😀
Hey Candice, just to start with : you are my favorite you tuber ! One question: where did you get this beautiful red dress ? ❤️Looks amazing and I wanna have it
I would love for you to invite a non vegan into your kitchen and teach them hands on how easy it can be. (I'll volunteer...im in the 416 area). As a non vegan, I enjoy watching your show and many other vegan ig accounts. I have tweaked my meals and food options a little. I wish I had the balls, confidence and timr to dive deeper into more recipes...so far I just hit the like button. LOL
When I was first introduced to the idea of "veganism" it was in a defensive preachy way. That turned me off, it was that arrogant "I'm better than you" vibe because you choose not to do something you use to do. I get it, when some people turn vegan they get a lot of slack because family and friend's are not use to change. But it was all in their approach. If I would go 100% vegan, I think I would approach it by cooking and offering food like Candice said...but not advertise its VEGAN VEGAN VEGAN...it plays with people's mind. I know that I have gotten better, but if the word VEGAN is put in front of the tittle of my food my mind automatically has formed an opinion even before I try it. (Does that make sense). Anytime I am invited to a meal or gathering, I would bring my take on something and let the food/recipe spark conversation and speak for itself.
it took me about 5-6 six months to get into veganism. It was a slow process of taking out a category of animal products and creating simple new recipes.
I grew up with a Seventh Day Adventist mother as well. :) I am coming up on my one year being vegan anniversary. I am still vegan because I love being part of a community that strives on the well-being of animals, the environment and frankly, because I love how it makes me feel.
Hi, i just found your channel, first vid. Seems i have a lot in common with you! The kid thing really clicked with me and thus i am curious how old you are...I'm trying to find channels more in my age group, i can never tell how old ppl are lol, ppl always say i look early 20's (maybe because I'm short😉) I'm actually late (very late 😆) 30's. Vegan and straight edge 8 years, and loving it....i am still in shock about so many Hawaii vegans quitting, and just in general. It will be interesting to see what happens over the next few years. Thanks for helping the rest of us stay vegan, we need to you!
I was just scrolling through comments and I’m also vegan and straight edge so I wanted to respond and say hi! I’m also child free, I got sterilization surgery 2 years ago.
@@sevnhana2898 hi there! So she never responded to my comment but found out she's only in her late 20s I believe. Man I am a bad age guesser, I do look kinda young for my age and I do think it's the lifestyle and lack of kids😄 Though I do see the aging, getting old sucks. How long have you been straightedge vegan? I'm about 10 years and it flew by for sure. You should check out the vegan zombie, he's really interesting and a bit older at 43, he looks super young too. Also straightedge 👍
straightedge veganbel I declared my “edge” at probably 16, I’ve never tried anything though. I’ve been vegan for probably like 4 year now. I’m 31 but people have always thought I was younger, gotta love good genetics. I love the vegan zombie and yes he is so young looking.
@@sevnhana2898 if you've never "tried anything" no wonder you look so young, that's amazing and yes I'm jealous😂 Are you in the states? Or what country? Have you met any UA-cam vegans in real life? I'd love to go to a vegan meet up someday.
So much yes to all of this! I hate the bad rap that the ex vegans kinda shine...but we are nothing but strength. Veganism is slowly growing faster and faster. I think the key to a lot of this is education.
I love your outlook so much❤️❤️ you have such a kind and beautiful heart, thank you❤️ being vegan is my favorite thing ever and I feel a lot how you do❤️
For the animals!!!! Being healthy is great and helping protect the environment is an awesome side effect, but I’m vegan because I don’t want to harm animals.
Yes, thank you, veganism is normal. NORMAL. Maybe it matters that I'm in my mid-40s and became a vegan after many years of vegetarianism that I literally can't relate to these people abandoning plant-based or--more rarely--veganism due to health problems that many vegans have experienced and corrected without giving up. I'm one of them. For me to quit this lifestyle someone would have to be threatening my family with death. It would require that level of emotional blackmail. And even then my repudiation of veganism wouldn't be sincere because it would not weaken my certainty that animals think and feel and deserve to exist without harm from me. TFP!
tamcon72 i think it’s important to look at the kind of people that have switched back especially some of the youtubers - extreme people will always love the extreme I guess 🤷🏼♀️ and I think often times it wasn’t veganism but the crazy juice cleanses and diets and trying something else every month for views 🙈
Being vegan is great. But i have meet a few vegans that take it a bit to far to the point of abusing people for eating what they want. They give being vegan a bad name and alot of people focus on that part aswell. I feel more people would be more interested if it wasnt throwen in their face and criticized for their own choices.
I was introduced to veganism by my dad when I was 12. Our entire family was Lacto vegetarian for religious reasons and I always detested meat and eggs since I was a kid but I never really understood vegans either. I only heard the word once or twice in my childhood because veganism wasn't really a thing until 2015. Then, my dad found the Mercy For Animals Facebook page and for the first time I actually saw what goes into the production of milk. I was then pulled into the vegan universe and I started accumulating knowledge of the movement from then. My main reason for going vegan was the environment aspect. I was always an environmentalist. I was amazed after watching Cowspiracy because no one so far in my education had really highlighted this issue! Earth Day, Recycling Rockstars, plenty of environmental stuff but always getting side glances for being vegetarian! 3 years later and I am a hard core vegan and proud. In my experience, the outreach of the Vegan movement is the most crucial to it's success!
One of the big reasons I'm vegan is my kids (apart from the animals obviously) I cant say "don't be mean to your brother" while simultaneously showing them it's ok to be mean in the extreme to helpless, beautiful, baby animals and causing them ultimate harm ! I want to teach my children love and compassion for everyone but ESPECIALLY the most helpless and disadvantaged who are relying on us to help. There are many many people who fit that bill but imo all the animals fit that description too and I refuse to let my children grow up with the imposed cognitive dissonance I did "that animal is one we love but this one is one we murder and eat" nah, not normal !
Yeah, I agree. I understand it is hard, but honestly people who have been vegan and not anymore, eat less meat anyways. Not perfect but better than nothing. Attacking would just discourage them from ever coming back to veganism :)
Agreed! I used to be vegetarian because I grew up being vegetarian due to my mum raising me that way and that I was allergic to so many things. When I was 19 or so, I felt like it was forced on me and not an active choice, so I went back to eating meat. I only stick to eating chicken, and or fish once in awhile. However, much of the time I really eat vegetarian, I'm still uncomfortable eating meat sometimes and attempting to make a meat based meal. Part of the reason I started to eat meat was because my partner's family really got to me about not eating meat. And coming to me with so many reasons I shouldn't eat a plant based diet. Moreover, I felt left out sometimes when I didn't eat meat. I felt shamed so often, it was another reason I started to eat meat. On top of that, I met a vegan person that kept shoving in my face that I should be vegan for however many reasons that made me feel more shame. It made me dislike her. I want to go back to being vegetarian. I hate the practiced 'joy' I have eating chicken. Hopefully it works out, and the whole thing with my partner's family doesn't effect me. LOL
People are cutting out dairy because the majority of people are lactose intolerant and now there are better alternatives.... but no one is meat intolerant
I LOVE YOU AND YOUR CHANNEL SO MUCH ❤️ I've been vegan for a little over a year and never see myself going back to animal products. My life is NEVER more important than an animals life. Like you said, it's literally never been easier to be vegan. I love this kind, compassionate community SO much 💛
I'm not a 100% vegan, but I follow a lot of vegan influencers and try to introduce veganism into my life as much as possible. I got an injury that affected my mental health and I wanted to become healthier so I started to dip into healthy living and, yes, vegetarianism and veganism. I would drink milk with breakfast almost every day and when I cut out I actually found out I'm lactose intolerant. But the big one for me was red meat. I've cut it almost entirely out of my diet except for VERY rare occasions because I learned of how terrible it is for the environment and people/animals involved. I'm still in high school and I don't think I'll cut out meat from my diet entirely for a while (I have problems with protein and tbh I just like the taste of meat), but I do my best to lower my intake for the sake of the earth. Don't get me wrong, I respect the living HECK out of full time vegans, but most people won't want to completely drop meat from their diet. If we want people to change their diets, I think we should open up the vegan community to everyone, including meat eaters. What you said about there being no vegan entertainment is completely true, and it sucks because people think of vegan food of this thing that you can eat ONLY if you're vegan, including me at a time. I don't think vegans should shame omnivores, but rather educate them. That's just my two cents.
If you’re in it just for the health than you’re on a plant based diet. You’re not vegan. Veganism isn’t just about food. It’s a lifestyle that encompasses every aspect of someone’s life. It’s about not eating animals or animal bi-product, not wearing leather or fur, buying cruelty free products, not supporting certain businesses like sea world. That’s what they influencers don’t understand. They think it’s just a trendy diet and then when they don’t eat properly & get sick they blame being vegan and make the whole movement look bad. It’s not hard being vegan if you do it right.
I try my best to eat vegan whenever I can but I'm severely allergic to nuts & most pulses (lentils, chickpeas etc.) so it can be really difficult. I've noticed a lot of vegan recipes use cashews in vegan cheese sauces so if anyone has any suggestions for a substitute I could use it would be much appreciated. Same goes for almond milk - I can only rly have oat milk:(
I think it's so strange that people in the comments are accusing Candace of secretly eating animal products. Like it's so laughable how people think there just can't be a normal, healthy and balanced vegan instead of these extreme stereotypes. I think it's great you're out here showing how most of us vegans are, while still being kind and intelligent! :)
There is a recent trend to disrupt conventional wisdom. You can find articles like this daily on opinion posting sites and influencing videos all over the internet. (For instance, getting up early doesn't really increase productivity and why its better to put all your eggs in one basket.) I'm not trashing this trend, just noting that while it's healthy refrain from mindless acceptance of "truths, " this may have become a trend that rejects anything at all in the pursuit of appearing rebellious. When it has been proven factually, scientifically how much healthier for humans and the planet veganism is, rejecting it and then promoting that rejection just to be "fashionable" is repulsive.
So nicely said. When I became vegan 3 years ago, you were one of the first UA-camrs I found , and I loved your channel and your book. Great you are still here with so many ppl coming and going . Keep up the good work! 💚
This is very disrespectful and unempathetic to people who cant be vegan for health reasons. The ex-vegans went to multiple doctors, and it took them a long time to come to terms with not being vegan anymore. And they are eating ethically farmed local meat/eggs... not factory products. They are still staying as true to a better world concept as they can while being in their best health. I dont get why we cant just be happy that people love animals and find their best health in different ways. I find this community so discouraging
I hate how everyone hates on vegans/vegetarians. But no one wants to say the facts about it because then their like ‘ oh guess who’s the vegan? I found them!! HAHAHA I’m sooooo funny!’
I love you, ur personality is amazing. We are so blessed you make it so simple, amusing, real and interesting. I’m allergic to a lot so your info always helps 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜
I became a vegan in the midst of all these young influencers leaving veganism. This is the first video I've found of yours and I'm definitely subscribing. Thank you for sharing your honest opinion on all this.. i found you very refreshing 🌹🌹 love from Australia
Eve & Artie I’ve been following her for years and for her, veganism isn’t a trend like it was for all the young influencers and she will always be vegan.
Amen to the kale salad comment! (although kale-slaw ain't too bad) Confirmed junk-food / comfort food vegan here! If you do the raw vegan thing, all the power to you, but pass me the shepherd's pie, spaghetti, soup, chowder, oreos, skittles, french fries and a big ol' glass of chocolate almond milk!
I am sometimes afraid that my veganism causes me to become more and more stupid. For example, I can not understand, how a video like this can get downvotes. ? What's happening?
I went vegan after Googling whether Kosher or Halal meat is kinder... I came across a Bite Size Vegan video and after seeing how terrified and disturbed those poor animals were seeing a blade approaching their throats I got so mad at how anyone could do that and then it clicked: how can I pay someone to do that?!
Yes! I don’t restrict myself I just replace things is what I tell people. Such a great video and great message. Just want to say that you have definitely made being vegan more accessible to me. Your recipes are fun and easy to make and I always look forward to a new recipe from you😬Thank you!
All things perfectly said! My little fam and I have been a fan of yours for over 3 years. Finding yours and the Hot For Food channel made going vegan not seem so scary or restricting! Because of the community and encouragement we’ve found on UA-cam, we’ve been working on creating some content on vegan life with our 5 year old daughter. As always love your videos and we think you’re an amazing authentic human! Haha ✌🏻❤️🌱
Thank you for this! You are truly wonderful. It is easier to convince someone to go Vegan through compassion and good food! AND by sharing your channel! 💟💟💟
It is so crazy. I have never hear other people besides my church friends that are Seventh Day Adventist. I too grew up in a pretty much vegetarian household. My father did eat meat but my mother and I would only eat chicken whenever it was a Sunday BBQ.
The love your message! And I agree putting a light heart with a sense of humor can truly allow you to be able to connect to the world. Thank you for having a guts to share you opinion. It’s super inspiring. 🙏🏽🌎
Excellent video and I agree with what you said .I am vegan for the animals, the planet and my health. I have lost the desire to consume any product from 🐖🐐🐄🐟🐣🦃 and all animals.
the very best explanation ever! I wish this youtube video was on every platform and billions of people listened . I also wish you were the unighted nations vegan ambassador. ☺
I'm pretty sure that the people who don't thrive on a Vegan diet are not yet ready morally to be Vegan. My Husband has been Vegan for most of his 79 years and he's in better shape than many people half his age. So, it's not like it can't work over the long haul. Many fail at Socialism, or think that Socialism is untenable, for the exact same reason. They are not yet morally ready to be Socialist and instead of admitting that they're not ready to live that noble a lifestyle, they blame the system. Many who fail at Veganism were likely more concerned about animals than about people. Those who succeed at Veganism are likely concerned about the welfare of the entire Creation - including Humans. Veganism is not a vehicle or excuse for being a misanthrope.
I never knew you were raised in the SDA tradition! So cool to find that out. Awesome video and I so agree with everything you said. People need to support each other in this community. Everyone is in a different place in their vegan/vegetarian journey and no person has it 100% right. We all fall down and try our best. Even the worst vegan is doing the planet a favor! Love you Candice! :)
Sadly this beautiful white woman will degrade over time on the vegan diet. It’ll start slowly then exponentially worsen It’s all cute until their teeth start falling out and hair thins Skin thins I did this diet for 8 years as a black male it started making me age and nobody in my family ages I regret doing the diet
*What about reducing the plant suffering? You vegans **_can't be serious_** You're honestly fine with cruelty against plants? How hypocritical.* www.takepart.com/article/2014/07/07/eating-your-vegetables-might-not-be-cruelty-free/
Exactly why I’m still vegan 6 years later is the pro human thing, and the environment. I’m a mom of 2 little girls, and I want this world to still be here for them when they get older. That’s why all of my family is vegan. And we’re all thriving just like everyone else health wise (if not more) so we’re not quitting anytime soon!!! Thanks for this awesome video Candice!
This was a great video that I saved to show others on my Vegan Diet playlist. I think you touched on all the points for veganism. It's not about taste but about the responsibilities to be pro-human to our planet. Bravo!
Veganism is based purely on trying to live as compassionately as you can, it's not just about what you eat. It's not possible to be perfect. If you've made the connection between the abuse of animals and your lifestyle and made that choice to change it makes no sense to go back the other way. Your outlook is spot on.
I love your positive message and think we should leave the door open to people who change their diet to go back to being vegan again. The term "ex-vegan" has a lot of unproductive connotations as though once you are no longer vegan you cannot go back.
Hi Candice...this is Roksanda ...Vegan after being a Vegetarian for a very long time since I'm 20-1/2 after I came to America at 17 yrs. like long time ago, being brought up an SDA (Seventh-day-Adventist)...glad to hear this about you....PLS. don't do GMO's.
I wish you were on the food network. They need a vegan show and you would be perfect!
AGREED!!
Totally!
Omg yes she would
I love that you said "We're not talking about food. We're talking about veganism". So many people think veganism is just about food but it's about reducing animal suffering across the board and all areas of life. 💚
Rachael DeLashmit RIGHT! Spot On! 👌
YESS!!!
Exactly!
Exactly right! 💚
@Sweet Cheeks "Veganism is a way of living which seeks to exclude, as far as is possible and practicable, all forms of exploitation of, and cruelty to, animals for food, clothing or any other purpose. "
i've been vegetarian for almost 4 years, i think today's the day i'll finally go vegan :)
Be gracious with yourself because It can take awhile. Like she said, it took a year to fully cut out animal products. Some people can go cold turkey, tho!
A few months ago I just decided to go vegan from a mostly vegetarian diet. Pretty painless transition for me.
Shannon Elizabeth great choice! I was vegetarian for 21 years and when I transitioned to vegan over a couple years ago I have felt so much better! Good luck on your journey 💗😁🎉
yeah and make sure all of your family becomes vegan too!
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Wow, I’m already vegan but the pro human part really stuck with me. Thank you for sharing that side of it.
Everyone is free to do whatever they want but I stand my ground on this issue and people going back to eating meat only makes me more confident about my lifestyle choices. I do it in honor of my pets because farm animals are just as worthy as them.❤️
YES YES YES
Lol
So true !! ❤️
They should not be allowed to do whatever they want when another life is taken from them
At end of the day.... if it has a spine, thoughts, feelings, and an overwhelming need to avoid pain and death...... what right do I have to eat it!
Blue milk. Ive plenty! To eat THEM* but yes. Their bodies are not food
I have a right to eat 🐖🦌 🐄 🐣 🥛 🧀 and every other animal in the world 😹👹
And I love to eat fish 🎣 as u can see
C Fishing what gives you this “right”...?
@@vegantina6565 don't even grace that person with your words. They are just a simple troll.
Thanks so much for this Candace. The first vegan meal I ever made was from your channel and now I haven’t had meat in 3 years. Thank you for showing me the light 💡 😌
chp33 HELL YAH ! 🙌🏻
That's very sweet !! 👍👍💜🥁🐉🎤🎵🎶💞
I was one of those milk lovers. I used to gulp down several glasses a day...loved cheese....here I am now Vegan for 3 years...and genuinely don't miss it. I have the added 'complication' that I have to eat Gluten Free also cos I'm a Coeliac..so sometimes eating out can be harder as it usually cuts out pasta and burger style dishes...but I've adjusted...found the spots I can go to...and more choices are coming out everyday...I can genuinely say I love this lifestyle...love the foods I eat...I never run out of ideas...still as passionate about it even 3 years on. It's a bit tricky initially as you're transitioning and finding new 'default' meals but once you get it...its easy. Like she said...a great way to start is go with meals you love and find a way to veganise it.
You were an idiot then, and you're an idiot now. Nothing to see here, y'all!
@ Well, that was mean-spirited. Why?!
@@jayyyzeee6409 Epidiomiological and observational studies are the main bodies of data supporting veganism and plant-based eating. There is an ethical argument for veganism, but no robust science.
There are pastas made of chickpeas now !! I wonder if you've tried those ,yet .💜🥁🐉🎤💞
@ idiotic people tend to judge others too quickly by calling " idiots" themselves ! Just like ugly people call others ugly !! A beautiful ,a very good looking person hardly calls someone ugly !! Lol. Crazy people accuse others crazy way quickly ! I think you are one of those !! No need to be mean ,or bitter ! 💜🥁🐉🎤
I actually really like this more “serious” side of you 😊 thanks for this video! Also I love your apartment ... I wish I had an eye for design and decor!! 😅
I loved how flawless your speech was!
I agree with you everything you mentioned.
Love your channel even more now ❤️
Greetings from Italy!
Speaking of vegan food entertainment how about a vegan chopped with vegan UA-camrs?!
Krystal Ortega OMG YAAAAAS PLEASE!
This needs to happen!
Thank you soooooo much for this video and finally someone came along to create a pro vegan is still in fashion video 😁
So you admit it's a fashion. That's like admitting its temporary. Fashions never last, or do you still wear a corset? lol
I went vegan after getting one day old chicks as pets and suddenly realising that animals were sentient 🐣 honestly couldn’t imagine eating something knowing that I had hurt a wonderful creature through that choice
What about the *THOUSANDS* of rodents, reptiles, amphibians, and insects killed every year so you can have your soy, your wheat, and your corn??? Not to mention all of the bigger animals which end up dying terrifying deaths for eating the rodents and frogs that get poisoned by the mono-crop industry!
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@, stop the BS!😕
Not only the animal factory farming is run by immigrants (legal or not). The majority of the big fruit and veggies farming is maintained by the same. Some is mechanically maintained but most is still picked by hand in our area. And the last few generations think they are too good to help, so they employ those less fortunate or the ones that will do it for the least amount possible.
On our farm, we plant, water and harvest all by our self. No it isn't a huge farm, but it feeds quite a few in our community. We donate a lot to the local food pantry and several families get boxes left on their porches (we know they will not ask for help). I tend to shop a lot of sales and coupon to add dry goods and household items that may be needed also.
@Trinity M there are people of all color that own farms.
My goodness! Best “why am still vegan” video yet! So beautifully put… You are making room in the vegan community for inspiration and joy… Exactly what we need🤘🏻🌱♥️ Love your channel.... cool on lady!
I really liked this. Very realistic POV of what’s going on with being a vegan and the community. Thanks for keeping it real 🤘🏻👏🏻
Too funny, so towards the end of the video I realized that one of your "pillows" on the couch is actually one of your dogs!
Yeah, that gave me a fright. 😅
For me it started since I got my dog. When you learn how much you can love an animal you learn a lot. They are all worthy.
What about the *THOUSANDS* of rodents, reptiles, amphibians, and insects killed every year so you can have your soy, your wheat, and your corn??? Not to mention all of the bigger animals which end up dying terrifying deaths for eating the rodents and frogs that get poisoned by the mono-crop industry! Hypocrite!
@ Being vegan is not about being perfect. It is about causing as little harm as possible.
Also 98% of soy are used to feed farm animals.
We need much less plants if we eat them directly instead of feeding them to the animals first.
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Your dog eats meat or his vegan also 😂😂😂
Completing my first year as a vegan. Reasons? All of the above! Less cruelty, feel much better, better for the environment. Relationship with food is much, much better.
"Less cruelty"??? REALLY? What about the *THOUSANDS* of rodents, reptiles, amphibians, and insects killed every year so you can have your soy, your wheat, and your corn??? Not to mention all of the bigger animals which end up dying terrifying deaths for eating the rodents and frogs that get poisoned by the mono-crop industry! One year only??? LOL! Be ready to say goodbye to your hair, your teeth, and your guts in a few years, sweetheart!
@ and u should be ready to say goodbye to ur Heart honey..
Caila Rebecca www.nih.gov/news-events/nih-research-matters/eating-red-meat-daily-triples-heart-disease-related-chemical
I love your channel. My fave recipe is your Alfredo sauce. My family makes it all the time. Nice and quick and oh so tasty. Everything you said was right on. Keep creating recipes. I also went Vegan for the animals. There is no reason to kill them just to feed yourself. Hoping more people will wake up to this.
I started my vegan journey from the health perspective but I am staying in it for the animals and the health of our planet!! 🌿💚 #vegan4life
Same
I'm still vegan because of my love for animals and for my health. Being vegan feels amazing!
Women and their wanna be amazing feeling thing...... ugh
Your "love for animals" SUCKS, girl! What about the *THOUSANDS* of rodents, reptiles, amphibians, and insects killed every year so you can have your soy, your wheat, and your corn??? Not to mention all of the bigger animals which end up dying terrifying deaths for eating the rodents and frogs that get poisoned by the mono-crop industry!
@ Being vegan is not about being perfect. It is about causing as little harm as possible.
Also 98% of soy are used to feed farm animals.
We need much less plants if we eat them directly instead of feeding them to the animals first.
@@sapiens2299
I buy 1 cow for whole year
So i should be more vegan than you?
@Sweet Cheeks It's actually have been proved that it's not bad for ur health at all, a little biology wouldn't hurt, humans are made to eat everything .. Right now meat eaters are in more danger than vegans bcause of the insane amounts of meat that they eat...
Everything you said about your choice to stay vegan hit me right in the heart. Thank you for being a leader in this community. ❤️
I think individuals who claim to be Vegan due to diet or health issues and not for the animals and environment should indicate that they are plant based, not Vegan. If they do that I don't think people would be so upset when they come out claiming that they're back to consuming animals. I support those who are Vegan and will instantly unsubscribe when they go back to consuming animals, without harassing them, because I agree with you, maintain a positive community. I am still Vegan because of content you and others put out that makes it easier and healthier to maintain the lifestyle. Thank you for all you do and for this positive message.
I I would let them call themselves vegan and not worry about it. Technically, a vegan is somebody who doesn't eat animal products or something that doesn't contain animal ingredients which is generally the mainstream culture definition. For example, recently a famous TV host said they were going vegan in a health related way. You could tell he meant it in the sense of just not eating animal products and that was how it is generally understood. But I could also tell the host was a cool guy and he just might have some inkling of the ethical side.
The more the word "vegan" gets out in the public the better.
Randi Munro agree 💯%
PositivePioneer false. A VEGAN is someone who refrains from engaging in the exploitation of any and all non-human sentient beings in diet as well as our daily lives (cosmetics/clothing/toiletries etc)
@@vegantina6565 That is one type of ethical vegan. There are also other people of different backgrounds with differing ethical approaches.
When a buy a product with the word vegan on the side of the container, that definition that you are giving does not apply. So there is at least one more meaning of the word.
Also, I don't think it does any good to set up gates in front of the word "vegan" like some kind of police force and say you cannot call yourself vegan unless you think such and such. Why not try to enlighten them about animal rights rather than say they have to call themselves plant based?I had just had a discussion with someone who thought Christian vegans weren't really vegan enough because they didn't follow the science and and that religious people should be attacked every chance we get for believing in things such as the bible. Someone from a religious background may have a differing approach to veganism. Many people see it as about compassion. The animal rights movement can still stay in the vanguard and its message is well known and easy to find on the internet.
PositivePioneer I didn’t mention religion at all and have no problem with religious vegans. But to be an ethical vegan implies (and is) a vegan for the animals.
Absolutely love this video, especially when you brought up the people that work in factory farms 💖💖💖 and thank you for continuing to live this beautiful lifestyle ✨
jrlilstar yes that was a nice part , not until recently did I realize how horrible these poor people have it .animal agriculture doesn’t nothing but destroy our plant and its people
Your vegan pancake recipe is the BEST! I will never go back to buttermilk pancakes again. Thanks!
I'm just so much happier and have more energy and the food is absolutely amazing!! 😁
Thank you for this positive perspective on veganism. I also view my veganism as a way to cause the least amount of harm in the world, and that is why I'm still vegan. 😀
Hey Candice,
just to start with : you are my favorite you tuber !
One question: where did you get this beautiful red dress ? ❤️Looks amazing and I wanna have it
I would love for you to invite a non vegan into your kitchen and teach them hands on how easy it can be. (I'll volunteer...im in the 416 area).
As a non vegan, I enjoy watching your show and many other vegan ig accounts. I have tweaked my meals and food options a little.
I wish I had the balls, confidence and timr to dive deeper into more recipes...so far I just hit the like button. LOL
Tweaking your recipes is a great first step. Enjoy!
When I was first introduced to the idea of "veganism" it was in a defensive preachy way. That turned me off, it was that arrogant "I'm better than you" vibe because you choose not to do something you use to do. I get it, when some people turn vegan they get a lot of slack because family and friend's are not use to change. But it was all in their approach.
If I would go 100% vegan, I think I would approach it by cooking and offering food like Candice said...but not advertise its VEGAN VEGAN VEGAN...it plays with people's mind. I know that I have gotten better, but if the word VEGAN is put in front of the tittle of my food my mind automatically has formed an opinion even before I try it. (Does that make sense). Anytime I am invited to a meal or gathering, I would bring my take on something and let the food/recipe spark conversation and speak for itself.
it took me about 5-6 six months to get into veganism. It was a slow process of taking out a category of animal products and creating simple new recipes.
Most ex vegans unfortunately had a bad relationship with food (and with themselves)
I grew up with a Seventh Day Adventist mother as well. :)
I am coming up on my one year being vegan anniversary. I am still vegan because I love being part of a community that strives on the well-being of animals, the environment and frankly, because I love how it makes me feel.
Hi, i just found your channel, first vid. Seems i have a lot in common with you! The kid thing really clicked with me and thus i am curious how old you are...I'm trying to find channels more in my age group, i can never tell how old ppl are lol, ppl always say i look early 20's (maybe because I'm short😉) I'm actually late (very late 😆) 30's.
Vegan and straight edge 8 years, and loving it....i am still in shock about so many Hawaii vegans quitting, and just in general. It will be interesting to see what happens over the next few years. Thanks for helping the rest of us stay vegan, we need to you!
I was just scrolling through comments and I’m also vegan and straight edge so I wanted to respond and say hi! I’m also child free, I got sterilization surgery 2 years ago.
@@sevnhana2898 hi there! So she never responded to my comment but found out she's only in her late 20s I believe. Man I am a bad age guesser, I do look kinda young for my age and I do think it's the lifestyle and lack of kids😄
Though I do see the aging, getting old sucks. How long have you been straightedge vegan? I'm about 10 years and it flew by for sure. You should check out the vegan zombie, he's really interesting and a bit older at 43, he looks super young too. Also straightedge 👍
straightedge veganbel I declared my “edge” at probably 16, I’ve never tried anything though. I’ve been vegan for probably like 4 year now. I’m 31 but people have always thought I was younger, gotta love good genetics. I love the vegan zombie and yes he is so young looking.
@@sevnhana2898 if you've never "tried anything" no wonder you look so young, that's amazing and yes I'm jealous😂
Are you in the states? Or what country?
Have you met any UA-cam vegans in real life? I'd love to go to a vegan meet up someday.
I love your outlook on the ENTIRE picture of veganism and not just whats on your plate.
So much yes to all of this! I hate the bad rap that the ex vegans kinda shine...but we are nothing but strength. Veganism is slowly growing faster and faster. I think the key to a lot of this is education.
I love your outlook so much❤️❤️ you have such a kind and beautiful heart, thank you❤️ being vegan is my favorite thing ever and I feel a lot how you do❤️
To be vegan you should think like vegan open mind to perception!!
You are so beautiful. Thank you for lending your Light to the planet. This was a great video.
For the animals!!!! Being healthy is great and helping protect the environment is an awesome side effect, but I’m vegan because I don’t want to harm animals.
😂when you mentioned that in your childhood you only ate chicken, I suspected you might have been raised SDA😂
Yes, thank you, veganism is normal. NORMAL. Maybe it matters that I'm in my mid-40s and became a vegan after many years of vegetarianism that I literally can't relate to these people abandoning plant-based or--more rarely--veganism due to health problems that many vegans have experienced and corrected without giving up. I'm one of them. For me to quit this lifestyle someone would have to be threatening my family with death. It would require that level of emotional blackmail. And even then my repudiation of veganism wouldn't be sincere because it would not weaken my certainty that animals think and feel and deserve to exist without harm from me. TFP!
tamcon72 i think it’s important to look at the kind of people that have switched back especially some of the youtubers - extreme people will always love the extreme I guess 🤷🏼♀️ and I think often times it wasn’t veganism but the crazy juice cleanses and diets and trying something else every month for views 🙈
Veganism is not normal Omnivorism is normal
Being vegan is great. But i have meet a few vegans that take it a bit to far to the point of abusing people for eating what they want. They give being vegan a bad name and alot of people focus on that part aswell. I feel more people would be more interested if it wasnt throwen in their face and criticized for their own choices.
I was introduced to veganism by my dad when I was 12.
Our entire family was Lacto vegetarian for religious reasons and I always detested meat and eggs since I was a kid but I never really understood vegans either.
I only heard the word once or twice in my childhood because veganism wasn't really a thing until 2015.
Then, my dad found the Mercy For Animals Facebook page and for the first time I actually saw what goes into the production of milk.
I was then pulled into the vegan universe and I started accumulating knowledge of the movement from then.
My main reason for going vegan was the environment aspect. I was always an environmentalist. I was amazed after watching Cowspiracy because no one so far in my education had really highlighted this issue!
Earth Day, Recycling Rockstars, plenty of environmental stuff but always getting side glances for being vegetarian!
3 years later and I am a hard core vegan and proud.
In my experience, the outreach of the Vegan movement is the most crucial to it's success!
Omg yes. For those looking for new vegan channels, veganbodegacat is a current fav!
Janae Quinones just found her and I’m totally eating it up lol.
One of the big reasons I'm vegan is my kids (apart from the animals obviously) I cant say "don't be mean to your brother" while simultaneously showing them it's ok to be mean in the extreme to helpless, beautiful, baby animals and causing them ultimate harm ! I want to teach my children love and compassion for everyone but ESPECIALLY the most helpless and disadvantaged who are relying on us to help. There are many many people who fit that bill but imo all the animals fit that description too and I refuse to let my children grow up with the imposed cognitive dissonance I did "that animal is one we love but this one is one we murder and eat" nah, not normal !
Okay Seventh Day Adventist bka SDA!!!Mom 🤸🏾♀️🤸🏾♀️🤸🏾♀️🤸🏾♀️🤗 !!!! 💯 ...come through!!! Nice😎
Momma Edgy Veg really helped start on the right path growing up
I grew up eating the same way!
Yeah, I agree. I understand it is hard, but honestly people who have been vegan and not anymore, eat less meat anyways. Not perfect but better than nothing. Attacking would just discourage them from ever coming back to veganism :)
Agreed! I used to be vegetarian because I grew up being vegetarian due to my mum raising me that way and that I was allergic to so many things. When I was 19 or so, I felt like it was forced on me and not an active choice, so I went back to eating meat. I only stick to eating chicken, and or fish once in awhile. However, much of the time I really eat vegetarian, I'm still uncomfortable eating meat sometimes and attempting to make a meat based meal.
Part of the reason I started to eat meat was because my partner's family really got to me about not eating meat. And coming to me with so many reasons I shouldn't eat a plant based diet. Moreover, I felt left out sometimes when I didn't eat meat. I felt shamed so often, it was another reason I started to eat meat. On top of that, I met a vegan person that kept shoving in my face that I should be vegan for however many reasons that made me feel more shame. It made me dislike her.
I want to go back to being vegetarian. I hate the practiced 'joy' I have eating chicken. Hopefully it works out, and the whole thing with my partner's family doesn't effect me. LOL
but also you with bangs is everything
thanks love
Ah, thanks for mentioning the poor slaughterhouse workers! There are so many good reasons for being vegan.
People are cutting out dairy because the majority of people are lactose intolerant and now there are better alternatives.... but no one is meat intolerant
I LOVE YOU AND YOUR CHANNEL SO MUCH ❤️ I've been vegan for a little over a year and never see myself going back to animal products. My life is NEVER more important than an animals life. Like you said, it's literally never been easier to be vegan. I love this kind, compassionate community SO much 💛
I'm not a 100% vegan, but I follow a lot of vegan influencers and try to introduce veganism into my life as much as possible. I got an injury that affected my mental health and I wanted to become healthier so I started to dip into healthy living and, yes, vegetarianism and veganism. I would drink milk with breakfast almost every day and when I cut out I actually found out I'm lactose intolerant. But the big one for me was red meat. I've cut it almost entirely out of my diet except for VERY rare occasions because I learned of how terrible it is for the environment and people/animals involved. I'm still in high school and I don't think I'll cut out meat from my diet entirely for a while (I have problems with protein and tbh I just like the taste of meat), but I do my best to lower my intake for the sake of the earth. Don't get me wrong, I respect the living HECK out of full time vegans, but most people won't want to completely drop meat from their diet. If we want people to change their diets, I think we should open up the vegan community to everyone, including meat eaters. What you said about there being no vegan entertainment is completely true, and it sucks because people think of vegan food of this thing that you can eat ONLY if you're vegan, including me at a time. I don't think vegans should shame omnivores, but rather educate them. That's just my two cents.
If you’re in it just for the health than you’re on a plant based diet. You’re not vegan. Veganism isn’t just about food. It’s a lifestyle that encompasses every aspect of someone’s life. It’s about not eating animals or animal bi-product, not wearing leather or fur, buying cruelty free products, not supporting certain businesses like sea world. That’s what they influencers don’t understand. They think it’s just a trendy diet and then when they don’t eat properly & get sick they blame being vegan and make the whole movement look bad. It’s not hard being vegan if you do it right.
I try my best to eat vegan whenever I can but I'm severely allergic to nuts & most pulses (lentils, chickpeas etc.) so it can be really difficult. I've noticed a lot of vegan recipes use cashews in vegan cheese sauces so if anyone has any suggestions for a substitute I could use it would be much appreciated. Same goes for almond milk - I can only rly have oat milk:(
I think it's so strange that people in the comments are accusing Candace of secretly eating animal products. Like it's so laughable how people think there just can't be a normal, healthy and balanced vegan instead of these extreme stereotypes. I think it's great you're out here showing how most of us vegans are, while still being kind and intelligent! :)
There is a recent trend to disrupt conventional wisdom. You can find articles like this daily on opinion posting sites and influencing videos all over the internet. (For instance, getting up early doesn't really increase productivity and why its better to put all your eggs in one basket.) I'm not trashing this trend, just noting that while it's healthy refrain from mindless acceptance of "truths, " this may have become a trend that rejects anything at all in the pursuit of appearing rebellious. When it has been proven factually, scientifically how much healthier for humans and the planet veganism is, rejecting it and then promoting that rejection just to be "fashionable" is repulsive.
So nicely said. When I became vegan 3 years ago, you were one of the first UA-camrs I found , and I loved your channel and your book. Great you are still here with so many ppl coming and going . Keep up the good work! 💚
This is very disrespectful and unempathetic to people who cant be vegan for health reasons. The ex-vegans went to multiple doctors, and it took them a long time to come to terms with not being vegan anymore. And they are eating ethically farmed local meat/eggs... not factory products. They are still staying as true to a better world concept as they can while being in their best health. I dont get why we cant just be happy that people love animals and find their best health in different ways. I find this community so discouraging
I hate how everyone hates on vegans/vegetarians. But no one wants to say the facts about it because then their like ‘
oh guess who’s the vegan? I found them!! HAHAHA I’m sooooo funny!’
I love you, ur personality is amazing. We are so blessed you make it so simple, amusing, real and interesting. I’m allergic to a lot so your info always helps 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜
People who consider themselves "ex-vegan" weren't really vegan in the first place 🤷🏽♀️
This is like a cult member criticizing someone who got out. I don't care what you think of people who escaped when you are still enslaved.
I became a vegan in the midst of all these young influencers leaving veganism. This is the first video I've found of yours and I'm definitely subscribing. Thank you for sharing your honest opinion on all this.. i found you very refreshing 🌹🌹 love from Australia
Eve & Artie I’ve been following her for years and for her, veganism isn’t a trend like it was for all the young influencers and she will always be vegan.
My mom was the same way about chicken, black people get heart disease at a higher rate so she kept us away from red meat, I’m vegetarian now
Amen to the kale salad comment! (although kale-slaw ain't too bad) Confirmed junk-food / comfort food vegan here! If you do the raw vegan thing, all the power to you, but pass me the shepherd's pie, spaghetti, soup, chowder, oreos, skittles, french fries and a big ol' glass of chocolate almond milk!
I think you still do the same , you are not a complete vegan, you still eat chicken and eggs. it shows .
I am sometimes afraid that my veganism causes me to become more and more stupid. For example, I can not understand, how a video like this can get downvotes. ? What's happening?
I went vegan after Googling whether Kosher or Halal meat is kinder...
I came across a Bite Size Vegan video and after seeing how terrified and disturbed those poor animals were seeing a blade approaching their throats I got so mad at how anyone could do that and then it clicked: how can I pay someone to do that?!
Yes! I don’t restrict myself I just replace things is what I tell people. Such a great video and great message. Just want to say that you have definitely made being vegan more accessible to me. Your recipes are fun and easy to make and I always look forward to a new recipe from you😬Thank you!
Thanks for your approach it’s no doubt helped make Veganism the new normal for a lot of people :)
All things perfectly said! My little fam and I have been a fan of yours for over 3 years. Finding yours and the Hot For Food channel made going vegan not seem so scary or restricting! Because of the community and encouragement we’ve found on UA-cam, we’ve been working on creating some content on vegan life with our 5 year old daughter. As always love your videos and we think you’re an amazing authentic human! Haha ✌🏻❤️🌱
Thank you for this! You are truly wonderful. It is easier to convince someone to go Vegan through compassion and good food! AND by sharing your channel! 💟💟💟
Nice woman, nice ethics; Not qualified to advise on nutrition.
It is so crazy. I have never hear other people besides my church friends that are Seventh Day Adventist. I too grew up in a pretty much vegetarian household. My father did eat meat but my mother and I would only eat chicken whenever it was a Sunday BBQ.
Fabulous! Thank you for sharing. Keep up the great work, you are changing lives.
Yessss this is exactly what I’ve been thinking through this whole debacle. Always love how positive and funny you are 👏🏼👏🏼
The love your message! And I agree putting a light heart with a sense of humor can truly allow you to be able to connect to the world. Thank you for having a guts to share you opinion. It’s super inspiring. 🙏🏽🌎
I’ve been vegan starting last week and I love it!!
Excellent video and I agree with what you said .I am vegan for the animals, the planet and my health. I have lost the desire to consume any product from 🐖🐐🐄🐟🐣🦃 and all animals.
Thank you so much for this video! Super relatable! Love your content!!!!
the very best explanation ever! I wish this youtube video was on every platform and billions of people listened . I also wish you were the unighted nations vegan ambassador. ☺
Awe that means so much ❤️🙏🏼
Thank you for this video! It was amazing to watch!!!
Thank you for your thoughts. Vegan people will save the planet and the animals. We should be darn proud of ourselves. Your channel helps this happen.
Very well said! Thank you for sharing this with us :)
Veganism is an ethical stance beyond diet.
I'm pretty sure that the people who don't thrive on a Vegan diet are not yet ready morally to be Vegan. My Husband has been Vegan for most of his 79 years and he's in better shape than many people half his age. So, it's not like it can't work over the long haul.
Many fail at Socialism, or think that Socialism is untenable, for the exact same reason. They are not yet morally ready to be Socialist and instead of admitting that they're not ready to live that noble a lifestyle, they blame the system.
Many who fail at Veganism were likely more concerned about animals than about people.
Those who succeed at Veganism are likely concerned about the welfare of the entire Creation - including Humans. Veganism is not a vehicle or excuse for being a misanthrope.
I love this I totally agree the vegan community needs a food network equivalent
I never knew you were raised in the SDA tradition! So cool to find that out. Awesome video and I so agree with everything you said. People need to support each other in this community. Everyone is in a different place in their vegan/vegetarian journey and no person has it 100% right. We all fall down and try our best. Even the worst vegan is doing the planet a favor! Love you Candice! :)
You can't outsmart your biology...
Sadly this beautiful white woman will degrade over time on the vegan diet.
It’ll start slowly then exponentially worsen
It’s all cute until their teeth start falling out and hair thins
Skin thins
I did this diet for 8 years as a black male it started making me age and nobody in my family ages
I regret doing the diet
*What about reducing the plant suffering? You vegans **_can't be serious_** You're honestly fine with cruelty against plants? How hypocritical.*
www.takepart.com/article/2014/07/07/eating-your-vegetables-might-not-be-cruelty-free/
Thank you for speaking up for the voiceless
Someone has to!
Exactly why I’m still vegan 6 years later is the pro human thing, and the environment. I’m a mom of 2 little girls, and I want this world to still be here for them when they get older. That’s why all of my family is vegan. And we’re all thriving just like everyone else health wise (if not more) so we’re not quitting anytime soon!!! Thanks for this awesome video Candice!
I’m a Seventh Day Adventist too ♥️♥️♥️ I grew up vegetarian.
Would you be up for doing a podcast on being raised in this way?
VeganRevolution absolutely
tweetyspecial could you email me on veganrevolution@live.com
Damn how many cults can you be in at one time?
gary pack how many are you in Gary?
This was a great video that I saved to show others on my Vegan Diet playlist. I think you touched on all the points for veganism. It's not about taste but about the responsibilities to be pro-human to our planet. Bravo!
Veganism is based purely on trying to live as compassionately as you can, it's not just about what you eat. It's not possible to be perfect. If you've made the connection between the abuse of animals and your lifestyle and made that choice to change it makes no sense to go back the other way. Your outlook is spot on.
I love your positive message and think we should leave the door open to people who change their diet to go back to being vegan again. The term "ex-vegan" has a lot of unproductive connotations as though once you are no longer vegan you cannot go back.
A few scenes of Earthlings was A L L it took for me.......Overnight in 2011....Then I googled health & environment.
Hi Candice...this is Roksanda ...Vegan after being a Vegetarian for a very long time since I'm 20-1/2 after I came to America at 17 yrs. like long time ago, being brought up an SDA (Seventh-day-Adventist)...glad to hear this about you....PLS. don't do GMO's.