Wow this video popped up and I am so impressed with this guy. He is so articulate and smart. He seems confident but not one bit of arrogance. He is considerate like he wasn’t offended By the fact that some people will come and just want to know what the diet is and then they’re gonna leave in the middle of the video. What an awesome young man
@@theresadoll5374 Yes for sure but he definitely makes up for it. He also does not put on airs or try to pretend he is something he is not. He speaks clearly and slowly and makes you feel like you are right there in his kitchen as a friend. So refreshing compared to some of these other videos.
Man I really appreciate the fact that you gave away the secret 8 mins in and said that if that is what you are looking for then goodbye and of you stick around we can talk some more. A lot of people would stretch it to the last 10 seconds.
He’s almost got 300,000 views as of now , I’m very sure his channel will grow , I have even watched videos of his more than once, people who are interested will stick around because they where interested in the beginning, I did. 👍
I just found you! Where have you been all my life! I am 50 and I’ve been looking for a clean eating plan with good food. I am a fan! Thank you and I am on my way to a healthier life. ❤️
I searched for big salad recipe for one....and your channel popped up 1st. Congratulations on your weight loss success. I'm so excited to start making your recipes. Your voice is gentle yet motivating. Thank you!!! :)))
CONGRATULATIONS on your weightloss. I lost 70 pounds over a period of a year. No diet, just clean eating. My weakness is sweets but, I allow my self a treat now and then.
When you were like I bought sliced mushrooms because it’s easier I knew you were my kind of person. I came for weight loss advice and stayed because you’re so pleasant to listen to and watch. ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you for sharing this! I am a pescatarian, butdecided to eat raw for 6 weeks to see how I felt. Green smoothie, water, coffee, fresh fruit, salad for lunch and dinner. Lost 7 pounds in 5 weeks and yes having to answer all of the same questions. Unsure why people seem to be annoyed by MY choice of diet. I can not ignore the fact that I do feel better. My salad consists of all types of greens, shredded carrots and purple cabbage, cucumbers, nuts, quinoa, tomatoes and more. I will continue this way of eating...it feels right!
I’m so glad I found your channel. I have always been a picky eater and I’m now about 50 pounds overweight, but I am bound and determined to lose the weight using your approach. I have the book and will begin reading immediately. I particularly love how you walk the viewer through your process of cutting vegetables etc. and look forward to viewing the rest of your videos. Thanks again!
I've lost 34 lbs in 2021 through a strict diet and exercise. I eat a ton of salad and am always looking for new salad ideas. This looks great and will certainly make. Thank you.
Truth! Big picture perspective is the key. The pandemic and day to day stress allowed me to narrow my focus and instant gratification was a priority! I gained the Covid 19. 5 lbs down- not tried this intensive program- but I dropped my LDL from 134 to 78!
@@christineferrario1700 You Rock, Christine! I don't know you personally, but I AM PROUD OF YOU! Nothing worthwhile comes easily! I wish you Great Luck. I am fighting myself, seemingly so UPHILL but getting more motivated. It's A LOT IN OUR HEADS, I FEEL. So much IS Psychological, I feel. You keep it up bc the numbers uou gave, SAY IT ALL! Dear Sister, God Bless You and Yours, and again, Keep Up The Great Work!!!
So glad that YT recommended your channel to me earlier - like 5 hours ago & I’ve been bingeing your videos. Looking forward to trying some recipes out this weekend. Thanks so much - you’re the best!
Yes and the honesty like about the mushrooms. It’s got to be doable to stick with- and lol when he says different things that are just what I’m thinking but don’t expect him to be so real about. I’m a fan already!
Loved this so much! Esp the cooking being done in a smaller kitchen. I get overwhelmed and give up quick because of lack of space. You were so peaceful and organized, it almost looked fun ! Lol thanks again for all the tips
So inspiring! This morning in less than 2 hours I went grocery shopping and did the prep. Feels wonderful to be ready for the week! I had the green smoothie and a salad for lunch so I am off to a good start! Shared with 2 of my friends and they are inspired to try too! Thank you!!
So glad this came up in my feed and can’t wait to watch more of your videos. When you think of it as “this is just the way we are eating now” works better. “I just don’t eat cookies anymore”
Great video !! Fun fact: instead of throwing away the scraps from the veggies/produce. You could boil them in some water with added herbs & garlic to make a veggie stock/broth! To get more use of all the produce! I could imagine that’d be good to use in that farro (sorry if I misspelled) instead of water!
I love how calm you are in this video. It's like a form of meditation :) I didnt feel stressed at all lol. Also thanks for the cutting tips! I really needed to know a few of those.
I am very addicted to sugar, and I find that I can't just eat a little bit. A little bit sets me on a downward spiral out of control. It's the same with any addiction. You don't give a recovering alcoholic a drink, and you don't give a recovering drug addict just a little bit of drugs.
If you follow nutritarian diet (Dr.Joel Fuhrman).It breaks the physical dependence on sugar.Once you start eating healthy for a while,sad foods taste unpleasant.Or they make your stomach sick after eating it.I can't eat fried chicken anymore.It makes me ill.
Two yrs later and I am just watching and enjoying this video for the first time. You showed me how stress free it can be to prepare healthy foods. Thank You.
Excellent video, there are NO quick fixes. I was diagnosed prediabetic over the summer and radically changed the way I eat. I could stand to lose 10 pounds, but I am more concerned for now about getting my blood glucose under control. Going for a recheck in late Feb and am hoping for better numbers. With my changes I have dropped 5 pounds. No snacking, intermittent fasting (16:8), fewer carbs. I still enjoy infrequent indulgences, ones gotta live.......😋
@@deenacurls yes, my A1c is back into the normal range and has stayed there. I did get a check of my HOMA-IR because I was concerned I might be heading to insulin resistance. Just edging up but now optimal. I’m still doing 18:6 IF and I am at my ideal weight. I never had a ton of weight to lose but I am at my best in 20 years and my doctor actually asked me not to lose any more. I am at a point where I am not so strict with my carbs but I still weight myself daily. Regular exercise during the week. No snacking whatsoever, either. It seems to be working and I don’t feel deprived.
So legitimate. So we’ll expressed. I’ve been an educator for 25 years. Instructional videos and blogs have great intentions but not everyone is a competent communicator. You express yourself incredibly knowledgeable and are perfectly easy to relate to. Thank you!
Very good and motivating! I have the same philosophy regarding the eating. I describe my way of eating to people as mostly plant based. I really like how you discuss the mind games that we tend play with ourselves. I lost 20 lbs in 4 months but did not start out eating plant based. I switched over when I became “stuck” around the 10 lb mark and felt like giving up. I was always hungry and felt deprived. Like you, I do have occasional animal products as well especially when I’m invited to someone’s for dinner I don’t want to be “that difficult guest”. With this way of eating I’m never feeling hungry and I’ve kept it off since September. Bonus is that I feel wonderful. Many annoying and/or painful symptoms have gone away. No more brain fog! Keep your tips and recipes coming!
Tip: when I make the sesame ginger hummus, I blend everything except chickpeas to get it totally smooth, then add the beans last. This lets me not grate my ginger while avoiding chunks! Or if I’m exceptionally lazy, I’ll just use dried ginger :) Good job being healthy!
Hi! I'm so glad that your video popped up today! I'm pretty much feeling sore all over because I just started my fitness program yesterday working out using "Get Fit to the Core" and today using "Walking for Weight Loss and Wellness." I know that diet is the most important part of a weight loss program and your engaging conversation and tips made food prep look fun! Thank you for sharing your story and I will look for Dr. Fuhrman's book. I am looking forward to a healthier version of me and being able to keep up and enjoy life with my seven grandchildren.
I just started this same approach to weight loss a few weeks ago. Plant based, but would not consider myself a “vegan”. I hope I have the same willpower that you do! Thanks for sharing
Hi. Everything of the best on your way forward. I like the fact that you guide us on your food prep and talking about your weight loss journey, unlike just sitting and talking. Great video.
I recently bought shiitake mushrooms for the first time. I never did before because they’re a little more expensive than brown or white mushrooms, and I was afraid I wouldn’t use them quickly enough. I was delighted to discover shittake mushrooms last a long time in thr fridge! At least 3 weeks so far.
Hey friends -- I'll be back next week with another recipe test. If you have questions on the diet or my meal prep, let me know in the comments below! If you liked this video, be sure to give me a big 👍 and click subscribe 🔔
Hi Geoffrey, thank you for a beautiful video ! Do you make any sort of a dressing for all of your salads and I’m also wondering what you would do with the mushrooms after they are cooked ? Did you add them to any dish ?
Kudos on the weight loss. I enjoyed the dialog and how straightforward you are. And the hummus looked great! You might enjoy the film THE GAME CHANGERS, which features an athlete who hears testimony from other athletes and researchers who find that a plant-based diet is a great (if not better, in their view) alternative to meat.
I’ve lost 30 pounds in three months and I did it primarily by changing my diet. I just am careful now what I eat I stopped eating so much garbage. I stop drinking soda I used to drink a lot of soda. Now I drink zero soda, I don’t eat sweets anymore. A very little bread and pasta where I eat used to eat a lot of both. I quit eating fast food, are used to eat a lot of fast food especially hamburgers. It’s been three months since I’ve ate a hamburger I’ve been to weird days a couple times but each time I got a salad and a grilled chicken sandwich, and nothing to drink. Now I use sugar-free powdered drink flavoring that I use in water. That’s what I drink now in place of soda. I eat a lot of fresh fruit now which I did not used to do, I try to pay attention to calories, and use a program to monitor them
Protein in all its forms, plus as much veg as you can in every different way. Fruit only in moderation. Learn to cook, too. It’ll change everything. This guy’s aversion to the meat of animals as well as well as dairy, isn’t sound. So long as good husbandry is used- wild caught fish, grass fed and finished land animals -- it’s an excellent source of nutrition.
I read this book too. It’s great! So I did it for two weeks and I literally lost a pound a day! Then I got away from it. So I need to just go back to it. I felt so good, and the salad full of veggies made me feel so super full!
True I lose at least 3 ilbs a week when I eat just large daily salads. Definitely a lifestyle however I chose 1 day a week to eat a nice meal with carbs.
Am not sure how I stumbled across your channel but really glad I did. Watched your prep for salads and thought, hmmm I like all of those ingredients too. And then I realized I had most of them already. The lonely sweet potato waiting to be baked. The cucumber, onion and bag of peppers sitting sadly neglected in the refer. Even a container of hummus! Time to bust out the chef knife......
What a great video! Everything you're saying is common sense, but a lot of us need a little reminder. I've lost almost 30 pounds in the past couple years. It took me a long time because I was battling an eating disorder. I'm happy to say that I have a very healthy relationship with food now. However, I'm struggling to lose the last 5-7 pounds and I still have so much fat around my midsection, which of course is not healthy. I will give this diet a try and see what happens. Anyway, thanks for sharing, you are an absolute delight. And the finished meal prep containers are so satisfying to look at! It appeals to my organized nature : )
Really enjoyed this video. I just subscribed today. Everything makes sense especially the mindset one needs to have when wanting to change your life. Very positive!
Also Love this video! was the first time I’ve watched him and subscribed immediately! eating healthy vegetables and getting sugar out of my life has been a struggle! he makes it seem so easy- but I was wondering what kind of dressing does he put on his salad before he eats it? he doesn’t eat it just w/dry veggies does he? He never said.
I don’t know how I landed here but I love your video (commenting halfway through it). I can listen to you all day. I have the feeling like I found someone on my wavelength! I recently changed to a whole food plant based diet and lost 30lbs and I went through the same thought process and the same reaction from ppl. I’m fortunate that my hubby joined me in the process and I have a buddy along the way ♥️but totally love your thoughts
I have watched this a few times for inspiration this week. I read that book a few years ago, but didn't do anything after reading it. I wish you were my neighbor. You seem so kind, gentle, caring. I appreciate your honesty in how you started, what you did to keep motivated and create new recipes, COVID and going a little backwards, BUT MOVING FORWARD, with lots of new information and knowledge. My big cutting bowl and cutter will be here today!🙂I really found that to be an awesome tip. The SALAD DRESSING information will be my BIGGEST help. I am starting March 26 to June 8 due to work/covid changes. Committed and will assess from there. The universe sent me a gift 😊❤️😇 when I found your channel. blessings and thank you for being you!!!
Hi. I'm new at your channel. I'm glad to see a male advocate of the nutritarian plan which I'm leaning toward but still have some reservations. I'm glad to see you added protein powder to your smoothie; the protein is needed. As to cost: I've been spending way too much on binge foods and restaurant take-out, so I'm not too worried about the cost of healthy food. Thanks for your efforts. Over all, a great vid. As Arnold once said, "I'll be back."
I love the method. I will try it. I see it as a permanent fixture in my health journey. Cause I am getting older. Thank you for sharing. God Bless and stay safe.
This has to be the most honest, informative video that I've ever seen on the WFPB woe (way of eating). I totally agree with all you said about how people react to what and how you're eating. I've been eating this way for almost 4 years and it just comes naturally now. People want a quick fix with no work on their part. You my friend are amazing!!
I have been doing nutritarian diet for over 7 years….and had fab results….this past year it’s been hard I have put on about an extra 10 lbs because I got so Burnt out on shopping, meal prep and cooking. I am hoping you will get me motivated again. Like you the sweet thing is enticing me in again, but nothing like I used to be. I have done so well….menopause didn’t help….but I can do it again….it is a mindset, and food in moderation. Cheers love your channel.
As soon as you said “a lot of mushrooms on this eating program” I immediately hoped it was Nutritarian! It’s so nutrient dense. It’s definitely one of my favorite plant based eating programs.
New subscriber! Love your videos! Very helpful as I am also plant based and struggling with a plateau at the moment. I need to lose about 50 pounds to be in a good BMI. Thank you for your tips.
Fabulous!!! Absolutely fantastic video!! So real! Congratulations on your weight loss!!! As it happens I did the same and lost 7 kg. Although I had one cooked meal (different vegetable rice and beans and lentil dishes) for lunch and a big salad for dinner. Love your channel ♥️♥️♥️♥️
I recommend using Minute Maid frozen lemon juice instead of the bottled Real Lemon juice. You will be amazed at the difference in taste! It stays fresh in your refrigerator (after thawing) for about two weeks , but it never lasts that long in our house. We keep it in the fridge at all times - it comes in a squeeze bottle for a quick squirt into a glass of water. It’s the next best thing to fresh lemon! Most supermarkets carry it in the frozen juice section. Give it a try! 😀
@@jgjg3848 Hi! I just looked it up on Minute Maid’s website and the ingredients are : pure filtered water & concentrated lemon juice. I was curious too! 🍋🍋🍋
Geoffrey...you're an inspiration! I just discovered your channel today and so so happy I did! Ive been trying to lose the 35 lbs Covid weight I gained since March 2020. 😩 I started today with going to the gym and did 1 hr spin class and 30 mins weight. I came home and found your weight loss experience! So happy 😊 that this was the missing ingredient for me to lose my 35lbs! My weight today is 169lbs...my goal is 130lbs. I will report back when I meet my goal. Thank you for sharing your weight loss experience! You're an inspiration! 😉😘
Same position. My weight now: 72 kgs Goal weight: 60 kgs. I started my journey today. Hopefully I will get come back after 90 days of healthy eating. On March 31. I will weigh in again.
@@SamTryingThings Good luck Sameera! I started eating the salad for 3 days now and do see a small change. Can't wait to see in 30 days! 1 month at a time. Btw - I had to add shrimp to one meal as we do need some protein. Good luck 👍 I look forward to hearing about your progress. Let me know end of each month...
So happy that your video popped up in my feed! I follow the similar Starch Solution plan and have just 10 more pounds to lose. I subscribed and looking forward to watching more of your oil-free recipes!
Geoffrey I have followed your salad regimen, but I never made it to the part where I made the sesame-ginger hummus! Can you say DIVINE!!!!! I had to stop myself from eating it right out of the blender. There is such a great mix of sweet and nut taste about this hummus! Oh, my goodness! It is soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo good! Thanks for this recipe!
What a charming, sincere guy you are. You might want to try the Spice World ginger paste in a squeezable tube. It’s usually in the produce section. Tastes good and no need to drag out the microplane.
I am so bless to have find you, I have been trying to loose 20 lbs and not working for me anything I was doing, I will follow must of your steps since you made it so easy for all of us by telling exactly ingredients. God bless you. Thank you so much.
I love you! You are fabulous with everything you were discussing. It felt like we were having some tea sitting at your counter. Appreciate the cutting tips also! 🤗💛
Mushrooms! I JUST tried oyster mushrooms. I’m addicted. Sauté with pepper and a cap full of soy sauce (high end, it’s worth the splurge). Super filling. I’m eating pretty well to what you are doing, whole food plant based, but I add a little meat protein. I’m on week four and the results are remarkable. I was not fat, I just needed to not carry extra useless weight. Currently down two sizes. I feel mentally clear, energy through the roof and emotionally ‘fresh’! Welcome Spring! 🌸 I really enjoy your patter and common sense approach.
I haven’t tried oyster mushrooms - sounds like I need to splurge! Congrats on your success with healthful eating - the changes can happen so quickly when you commit 😊
You look amazing. Your skin glows and your teeth are beautiful..just at first glance...a beacon of health. My 9 year old daughter asked me this morning if eating only vegetables would be safe...I said yes and she responded with : ' let's try that for the whole day!'
I just ordered the book! Thank you for the recommendation! I’ve definitely been over eating junk foods the past couple of years and despite never being confident and comfortable in my body, I never really put in the effort to change. These past few months I’ve really been pushing myself in other areas such as work, school, ect. I’ve decided to now really focus on health and a healthy diet/lifestyle.
Thank you for your video and your tips. They make real sense to me. I am trying to change my lifestyle. I did try it before and I failed . I failed because I got derailed, I was not focused and I lived with people who did not agree with my new idea of eating.
Excellent video....great mindset and love the way you share your thoughts about being plant based....good ideas on the food too....will be checking your other posts...esp the green smoothie....thanks!
I’ve been watching your videos all afternoon and I’m so in love with your energy. Love the salads and information your providing. Thank you for sharing your progress and time. Can’t wait to watch more!!!!
This came in my recommended and I'm glad it did. I like your attitude, no nonsense approach with just eating real foods. Going to library and check out Mr Fuhrman book. I'm subscribed.
Wow this video popped up and I am so impressed with this guy. He is so articulate and smart. He seems confident but not one bit of arrogance. He is considerate like he wasn’t offended By the fact that some people will come and just want to know what the diet is and then they’re gonna leave in the middle of the video. What an awesome young man
Yes. Hope for the younger generation after all. But boy, talk about needle in a haystack ...
@@theresadoll5374 Yes for sure but he definitely makes up for it. He also does not put on airs or try to pretend he is something he is not. He speaks clearly and slowly and makes you feel like you are right there in his kitchen as a friend. So refreshing compared to some of these other videos.
Yes I agree his videos are well done and informative. He has a nice presentation,
I felt the same way. YT finally got one right! LOL!! I enjoyed him very much.
That's exactly what I was thinking
Man I really appreciate the fact that you gave away the secret 8 mins in and said that if that is what you are looking for then goodbye and of you stick around we can talk some more. A lot of people would stretch it to the last 10 seconds.
He’s almost got 300,000 views as of now , I’m very sure his channel will grow , I have even watched videos of his more than once, people who are interested will stick around because they where interested in the beginning, I did. 👍
What an engaging guy! Thanks for sharing this information in such a clear and relaxed way!
Thank you - glad you enjoyed 😊
I just found you! Where have you been all my life! I am 50 and I’ve been looking for a clean eating plan with good food. I am a fan! Thank you and I am on my way to a healthier life. ❤️
I stick with the 20/80 rule which is basically >80% good, healthy &
I think that's a great approach! "Sustainability over perfection" has become my new mantra. Focusing on adding things in vs taking things away.
Just an update, I’m down 2 more pounds . Never lost this quickly. Huge thank you 😊
In how much time
I searched for big salad recipe for one....and your channel popped up 1st. Congratulations on your weight loss success. I'm so excited to start making your recipes. Your voice is gentle yet motivating. Thank you!!! :)))
CONGRATULATIONS on your weightloss. I lost 70 pounds over a period of a year. No diet, just clean eating. My weakness is sweets but, I allow my self a treat now and then.
Thanks! And CONGRATS on your 70 pounds as well!
eat dates one or two , sweet potatoes are sweet
When you were like I bought sliced mushrooms because it’s easier I knew you were my kind of person. I came for weight loss advice and stayed because you’re so pleasant to listen to and watch. ❤️❤️❤️
You got me there too!!
also pragmatic
Yesss I absolutely love him🥹
A storage tip for the mushrooms. Store them in a brown bag, they do great.
Thank you for sharing this! I am a pescatarian, butdecided to eat raw for 6 weeks to see how I felt. Green smoothie, water, coffee, fresh fruit, salad for lunch and dinner. Lost 7 pounds in 5 weeks and yes having to answer all of the same questions. Unsure why people seem to be annoyed by MY choice of diet. I can not ignore the fact that I do feel better. My salad consists of all types of greens, shredded carrots and purple cabbage, cucumbers, nuts, quinoa, tomatoes and more. I will continue this way of eating...it feels right!
Congrats on your healthy eating and feeling good!
I’m so glad I found your channel. I have always been a picky eater and I’m now about 50 pounds overweight, but I am bound and determined to lose the weight using your approach. I have the book and will begin reading immediately. I particularly love how you walk the viewer through your process of cutting vegetables etc. and look forward to viewing the rest of your videos. Thanks again!
I've lost 34 lbs in 2021 through a strict diet and exercise. I eat a ton of salad and am always looking for new salad ideas. This looks great and will certainly make. Thank you.
"vortex action", lol.... love it. Would be a good name for a cook book dedicated to blended foods and smoothies!!
You really look like the nicest person. Just the greatest vibe!
Tell me why this video was soo relaxing watching you chopping the veggies and chatting. New subscriber. Love it-Vickie
“Isn’t it so hard?”
“No, having a heart attack, diabetes, being sluggish, having anxiety, is a lot harder”
Truth! Big picture perspective is the key. The pandemic and day to day stress allowed me to narrow my focus and instant gratification was a priority! I gained the Covid 19. 5 lbs down- not tried this intensive program- but I dropped my LDL from 134 to 78!
@@christineferrario1700 You Rock, Christine! I don't know you personally, but I AM PROUD OF YOU! Nothing worthwhile comes easily! I wish you Great Luck. I am fighting myself, seemingly so
UPHILL but getting more motivated. It's A LOT IN OUR HEADS, I FEEL. So much IS Psychological, I feel. You keep
it up bc the numbers uou gave, SAY IT ALL! Dear Sister, God Bless You and Yours, and again,
Keep Up The Great Work!!!
So glad that YT recommended your channel to me earlier - like 5 hours ago & I’ve been bingeing your videos. Looking forward to trying some recipes out this weekend. Thanks so much - you’re the best!
This was a very enjoyable video to watch on account of the well balanced mentality. I may have been mildly distracted by your glowy skin.
haha thank you 😄 I think it's all the fruit, veg, and collagen in my smoothies 😊
Carmeldelite: Yes, his glowing skin, hair and teeth are the best positive testimonial for his methods because he’s the picture of health.
@@GeoffreyAlan what type of collagen are you using?
Yes it is gorgeous
I love the chit chat while doing prep work thing that's happening here. 🙂
Omg me too! He does not waste time on frivolous chatter but interesting tidbits on why he does what he does...I even respond to him lol
Yes and the honesty like about the mushrooms. It’s got to be doable to stick with- and lol when he says different things that are just what I’m thinking but don’t expect him to be so real about. I’m a fan already!
Love how you described your weight gain as you getting "fluffy" cute discription.
Whew, right when I was thinking, "I hope he's still gonna wash them shrooms", you said you "didn't trust that". I love you already. 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿
Loved this so much! Esp the cooking being done in a smaller kitchen. I get overwhelmed and give up quick because of lack of space. You were so peaceful and organized, it almost looked fun ! Lol thanks again for all the tips
So inspiring! This morning in less than 2 hours I went grocery shopping and did the prep. Feels wonderful to be ready for the week! I had the green smoothie and a salad for lunch so I am off to a good start! Shared with 2 of my friends and they are inspired to try too! Thank you!!
The each one teach one principle!
So glad this came up in my feed and can’t wait to watch more of your videos. When you think of it as “this is just the way we are eating now” works better. “I just don’t eat cookies anymore”
Great video !! Fun fact: instead of throwing away the scraps from the veggies/produce. You could boil them in some water with added herbs & garlic to make a veggie stock/broth! To get more use of all the produce! I could imagine that’d be good to use in that farro (sorry if I misspelled) instead of water!
Yes.....
You look amazing, and your skin is absolutely radiant.
I am fairly new to plant based eating and I am listening to what you did.
I felt like I was sitting in the kitchen with fam having a good chat and those veg look SO delish. Thanks
I love how calm you are in this video. It's like a form of meditation :) I didnt feel stressed at all lol.
Also thanks for the cutting tips! I really needed to know a few of those.
I am very addicted to sugar, and I find that I can't just eat a little bit. A little bit sets me on a downward spiral out of control. It's the same with any addiction. You don't give a recovering alcoholic a drink, and you don't give a recovering drug addict just a little bit of drugs.
same. I need to cut out completely. A bit of sugar is getting my food intake out of controle. what a bad substance
If you follow nutritarian diet (Dr.Joel Fuhrman).It breaks the physical dependence on sugar.Once you start eating healthy for a while,sad foods taste unpleasant.Or they make your stomach sick after eating it.I can't eat fried chicken anymore.It makes me ill.
@@cynthiacrawford1573 Yes! Also checkout chef aj who is sos (sugar/oil/salt) free.
Mee too I haven't had choclate or cookies in 3 weeks and every day gets a little easier!
Please consider trying Bright Line Eating - answer to your prayers,
I have really been depressed and got lax..YOUR enthusiasm has me inspired...I am going to try to get back on track..thank you❤️
Dorothy - it's not an end all, but eating healthy and exercise definitely helps with depression.
Thanks for the onion tip! Big thumbs up on the video too. Thanks. :)
Please make more videos on this topic! Very motivating!
Very calming to watch him cutting vegetables. I am buying the book and shared the video
Future youtube star right here! Subscribed :)
Two yrs later and I am just watching and enjoying this video for the first time. You showed me how stress free it can be to prepare healthy foods. Thank You.
Excellent video, there are NO quick fixes. I was diagnosed prediabetic over the summer and radically changed the way I eat. I could stand to lose 10 pounds, but I am more concerned for now about getting my blood glucose under control. Going for a recheck in late Feb and am hoping for better numbers. With my changes I have dropped 5 pounds. No snacking, intermittent fasting (16:8), fewer carbs. I still enjoy infrequent indulgences, ones gotta live.......😋
It's been a year! I hope all is well with your health. Were you able to avoid that pre diabete diagnosis ?
@@deenacurls yes, my A1c is back into the normal range and has stayed there. I did get a check of my HOMA-IR because I was concerned I might be heading to insulin resistance. Just edging up but now optimal.
I’m still doing 18:6 IF and I am at my ideal weight. I never had a ton of weight to lose but I am at my best in 20 years and my doctor actually asked me not to lose any more. I am at a point where I am not so strict with my carbs but I still weight myself daily. Regular exercise during the week. No snacking whatsoever, either. It seems to be working and I don’t feel deprived.
So legitimate. So we’ll expressed. I’ve been an educator for 25 years. Instructional videos and blogs have great intentions but not everyone is a competent communicator. You express yourself incredibly knowledgeable and are perfectly easy to relate to. Thank you!
Very good and motivating! I have the same philosophy regarding the eating. I describe my way of eating to people as mostly plant based. I really like how you discuss the mind games that we tend play with ourselves. I lost 20 lbs in 4 months but did not start out eating plant based. I switched over when I became “stuck” around the 10 lb mark and felt like giving up. I was always hungry and felt deprived. Like you, I do have occasional animal products as well especially when I’m invited to someone’s for dinner I don’t want to be “that difficult guest”. With this way of eating I’m never feeling hungry and I’ve kept it off since September. Bonus is that I feel wonderful. Many annoying and/or painful symptoms have gone away. No more brain fog! Keep your tips and recipes coming!
Tip: when I make the sesame ginger hummus, I blend everything except chickpeas to get it totally smooth, then add the beans last. This lets me not grate my ginger while avoiding chunks! Or if I’m exceptionally lazy, I’ll just use dried ginger :)
Good job being healthy!
That’s a good tip!
Hi! I'm so glad that your video popped up today! I'm pretty much feeling sore all over because I just started my fitness program yesterday working out using "Get Fit to the Core" and today using "Walking for Weight Loss and Wellness." I know that diet is the most important part of a weight loss program and your engaging conversation and tips made food prep look fun! Thank you for sharing your story and I will look for Dr. Fuhrman's book. I am looking forward to a healthier version of me and being able to keep up and enjoy life with my seven grandchildren.
"I'm not selling anything . . ." and to that I IMMEDIATELY clicked subscribe! 😍⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️👍🏿👍🏿
Same!
I just started this same approach to weight loss a few weeks ago. Plant based, but would not consider myself a “vegan”. I hope I have the same willpower that you do! Thanks for sharing
Hi. Everything of the best on your way forward. I like the fact that you guide us on your food prep and talking about your weight loss journey, unlike just sitting and talking. Great video.
Finally UA-cam recommendations are on point with this video! Great video and super helpful!
The mushroom struggle is so real!!!! I'm going to do what you did!! My whole mushrooms always go to my fridge to die!!
I recently bought shiitake mushrooms for the first time. I never did before because they’re a little more expensive than brown or white mushrooms, and I was afraid I wouldn’t use them quickly enough. I was delighted to discover shittake mushrooms last a long time in thr fridge! At least 3 weeks so far.
@@KM-pm6qe I am going to buy some!!!! thank you!
@8:20 awwwww you're so sweet! You are so attentive to your audience, you deserve more likes 👍
Hey friends -- I'll be back next week with another recipe test. If you have questions on the diet or my meal prep, let me know in the comments below! If you liked this video, be sure to give me a big 👍 and click subscribe 🔔
would you please share the recipe for the sesame hummus. thanks.
Was this meal prep for an entire week of salads for lunch and dinner?
Hi Geoffrey, thank you for a beautiful video ! Do you make any sort of a dressing for all of your salads and I’m also wondering what you would do with the mushrooms after they are cooked ? Did you add them to any dish ?
You've got it cause you make it an eating program as opposed to a diet!! Your new subscriber!! Ty so much..love your calm presentation...
Kudos on the weight loss. I enjoyed the dialog and how straightforward you are. And the hummus looked great! You might enjoy the film THE GAME CHANGERS, which features an athlete who hears testimony from other athletes and researchers who find that a plant-based diet is a great (if not better, in their view) alternative to meat.
Kenneth Campbell love this movie. Totally changed my game (or life). It got me started on plant based eating as well.
Thanks for the movie recommendation - I will definitely check it out!
I’ve lost 30 pounds in three months and I did it primarily by changing my diet. I just am careful now what I eat I stopped eating so much garbage. I stop drinking soda I used to drink a lot of soda. Now I drink zero soda, I don’t eat sweets anymore. A very little bread and pasta where I eat used to eat a lot of both. I quit eating fast food, are used to eat a lot of fast food especially hamburgers. It’s been three months since I’ve ate a hamburger I’ve been to weird days a couple times but each time I got a salad and a grilled chicken sandwich, and nothing to drink. Now I use sugar-free powdered drink flavoring that I use in water. That’s what I drink now in place of soda. I eat a lot of fresh fruit now which I did not used to do, I try to pay attention to calories, and use a program to monitor them
Cara Cara navel oranges in season for a little bit longer
Sweet and yummy yayyyyyyyyyyy for healthy
Protein in all its forms, plus as much veg as you can in every different way. Fruit only in moderation. Learn to cook, too. It’ll change everything.
This guy’s aversion to the meat of animals as well as well as dairy, isn’t sound. So long as good husbandry is used- wild caught fish, grass fed and finished land animals -- it’s an excellent source of nutrition.
I read this book too. It’s great! So I did it for two weeks and I literally lost a pound a day! Then I got away from it. So I need to just go back to it. I felt so good, and the salad full of veggies made me feel so super full!
Thats the thing...it has to be a lifestyle change. Temporarily eating well can only result in temporary change.
True I lose at least 3 ilbs a week when I eat just large daily salads. Definitely a lifestyle however I chose 1 day a week to eat a nice meal with carbs.
Am not sure how I stumbled across your channel but really glad I did. Watched your prep for salads and thought, hmmm I like all of those ingredients too. And then I realized I had most of them already. The lonely sweet potato waiting to be baked. The cucumber, onion and bag of peppers sitting sadly neglected in the refer. Even a container of hummus! Time to bust out the chef knife......
What a great video! Everything you're saying is common sense, but a lot of us need a little reminder. I've lost almost 30 pounds in the past couple years. It took me a long time because I was battling an eating disorder. I'm happy to say that I have a very healthy relationship with food now. However, I'm struggling to lose the last 5-7 pounds and I still have so much fat around my midsection, which of course is not healthy. I will give this diet a try and see what happens. Anyway, thanks for sharing, you are an absolute delight. And the finished meal prep containers are so satisfying to look at! It appeals to my organized nature : )
Really enjoyed this video. I just subscribed today. Everything makes sense especially the mindset one needs to have when wanting to change your life. Very positive!
Also Love this video! was the first time I’ve watched him and subscribed immediately! eating healthy vegetables and getting sugar out of my life has been a struggle! he makes it seem so easy- but I was wondering what kind of dressing does he put on his salad before he eats it? he doesn’t eat it just w/dry veggies does he? He never said.
Here l.am subing today!!
I hope that you will try some of the healthy recipes from Bon Appetite as well. Good video by the way. Right on time for New Year.
This was SUCH an informative video. I’m definitely going to follow your lead. I have been struggling for a while with my weight. Thanks for your help.
The Hummus is DAH BOMB!!!😋🔥, I will be making this from now on! Thank you so Much! ...I discovered you at 4 in the morning, so glad I did.😊
This came in recommendations. I like how you explained things clearly.
I don’t know how I landed here but I love your video (commenting halfway through it). I can listen to you all day. I have the feeling like I found someone on my wavelength! I recently changed to a whole food plant based diet and lost 30lbs and I went through the same thought process and the same reaction from ppl. I’m fortunate that my hubby joined me in the process and I have a buddy along the way ♥️but totally love your thoughts
I have watched this a few times for inspiration this week. I read that book a few years ago, but didn't do anything after reading it. I wish you were my neighbor. You seem so kind, gentle, caring. I appreciate your honesty in how you started, what you did to keep motivated and create new recipes, COVID and going a little backwards, BUT MOVING FORWARD, with lots of new information and knowledge. My big cutting bowl and cutter will be here today!🙂I really found that to be an awesome tip. The SALAD DRESSING information will be my BIGGEST help. I am starting March 26 to June 8 due to work/covid changes. Committed and will assess from there. The universe sent me a gift 😊❤️😇 when I found your channel. blessings and thank you for being you!!!
Glad you're getting yourself set up for success with all the tools you need 😄 Getting started is the hardest part sometimes. You can do it!
Loving your videos! Straightforward no bs...
Hi. I'm new at your channel. I'm glad to see a male advocate of the nutritarian plan which I'm leaning toward but still have some reservations. I'm glad to see you added protein powder to your smoothie; the protein is needed.
As to cost: I've been spending way too much on binge foods and restaurant take-out, so I'm not too worried about the cost of healthy food. Thanks for your efforts.
Over all, a great vid. As Arnold once said, "I'll be back."
I subscribed after hearing you describe the “wrong” type of Date😝 I really like your cooking style!
I love the method. I will try it. I see it as a permanent fixture in my health journey. Cause I am getting older. Thank you for sharing. God Bless and stay safe.
I am so impressed! I love this!
This has to be the most honest, informative video that I've ever seen on the WFPB woe (way of eating). I totally agree with all you said about how people react to what and how you're eating. I've been eating this way for almost 4 years and it just comes naturally now. People want a quick fix with no work on their part. You my friend are amazing!!
I have been doing nutritarian diet for over 7 years….and had fab results….this past year it’s been hard
I have put on about an extra 10 lbs because I got so Burnt out on shopping, meal prep and cooking. I am hoping you will get me motivated again. Like you the sweet thing is enticing me in again, but nothing like I used to be. I have done so well….menopause didn’t help….but I can do it again….it is a mindset, and food in moderation. Cheers love your channel.
As soon as you said “a lot of mushrooms on this eating program” I immediately hoped it was Nutritarian! It’s so nutrient dense. It’s definitely one of my favorite plant based eating programs.
Mushrooms are not a "plant", they are their own category.
That was a great video.You kept me engaged and I watched the entire thing ... and subscribed. Your video was something I really needed to see. Thanks.
Glad to hear this was helpful! Happy to have you here
New subscriber! Love your videos! Very helpful as I am also plant based and struggling with a plateau at the moment. I need to lose about 50 pounds to be in a good BMI. Thank you for your tips.
Thank you for the inspiring videos. I love your chopping tips and your candidness about choices. Can’t wait to watch more of your videos!
Fabulous!!! Absolutely fantastic video!! So real! Congratulations on your weight loss!!! As it happens I did the same and lost 7 kg. Although I had one cooked meal (different vegetable rice and beans and lentil dishes) for lunch and a big salad for dinner. Love your channel ♥️♥️♥️♥️
A bench scraper would be a great help in scooping up all those diced peppers. :)
Cool way of cutting onions. I use a vegetable dicer from amazon. Really quick and easy too
I've always wanted one of those vegetable dicers!
Wow I thoroughly enjoyed this video including all your veggie cutting techniques and tips. Thanks for sharing.
So glad this was helpful - thanks for watching! 😊
The cutting was so relaxing to watch ☺️
Well, you’re glowing and look super healthy! Good job :) And thanks for the encouragement.
I recommend using Minute Maid frozen lemon juice instead of the bottled Real Lemon juice. You will be amazed at the difference in taste! It stays fresh in your refrigerator (after thawing) for about two weeks , but it never lasts that long in our house. We keep it in the fridge at all times - it comes in a squeeze bottle for a quick squirt into a glass of water. It’s the next best thing to fresh lemon! Most supermarkets carry it in the frozen juice section. Give it a try! 😀
Thanks for the tip! I’ll have to look for it next grocery trip 🤩
What's the sugar content?
@@jgjg3848 Hi! I just looked it up on Minute Maid’s website and the ingredients are : pure filtered water & concentrated lemon juice.
I was curious too! 🍋🍋🍋
I'm going to try this. I hate the flavor of bottled lemon juice.
So so happy I found your channel!! Thank you for sharing your prep and all this super helpful information!💛
You make so much sense and are my counselor in a comforting way. Thanks!
I really liked how you addressed how people ask you... don’t you miss...how do you do it... I don’t want to work at eating plants!
Geoffrey...you're an inspiration! I just discovered your channel today and so so happy I did! Ive been trying to lose the 35 lbs Covid weight I gained since March 2020. 😩
I started today with going to the gym and did 1 hr spin class and 30 mins weight. I came home and found your weight loss experience! So happy 😊 that this was the missing ingredient for me to lose my 35lbs!
My weight today is 169lbs...my goal is 130lbs. I will report back when I meet my goal.
Thank you for sharing your weight loss experience! You're an inspiration! 😉😘
Same position.
My weight now: 72 kgs
Goal weight: 60 kgs.
I started my journey today. Hopefully I will get come back after 90 days of healthy eating.
On March 31. I will weigh in again.
@@SamTryingThings Good luck Sameera! I started eating the salad for 3 days now and do see a small change. Can't wait to see in 30 days! 1 month at a time. Btw - I had to add shrimp to one meal as we do need some protein.
Good luck 👍 I look forward to hearing about your progress. Let me know end of each month...
So happy that your video popped up in my feed! I follow the similar Starch Solution plan and have just 10 more pounds to lose. I subscribed and looking forward to watching more of your oil-free recipes!
Eat to live is really the way to go. You did a great job on this video. Thank you
Geoffrey I have followed your salad regimen, but I never made it to the part where I made the sesame-ginger hummus! Can you say DIVINE!!!!! I had to stop myself from eating it right out of the blender. There is such a great mix of sweet and nut taste about this hummus! Oh, my goodness! It is soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo good! Thanks for this recipe!
Your a fabulous speaker. This video was so helpful and how to cut the vegetables was very helpful
What a charming, sincere guy you are. You might want to try the Spice World ginger paste in a squeezable tube. It’s usually in the produce section. Tastes good and no need to drag out the microplane.
The onion tip was very helpful! Making the parallel cuts always makes the onion slippery and hard to cut. You have a new subscriber. I love your style
I am so bless to have find you, I have been trying to loose 20 lbs and not working for me anything I was doing, I will follow must of your steps since you made it so easy for all of us by telling exactly ingredients. God bless you. Thank you so much.
I love you! You are fabulous with everything you were discussing. It felt like we were having some tea sitting at your counter. Appreciate the cutting tips also! 🤗💛
Thank you for your tips. I want to loose 15kg and I love vegetables so I’ll give this diet a go 🍓🥰
Mushrooms! I JUST tried oyster mushrooms. I’m addicted. Sauté with pepper and a cap full of soy sauce (high end, it’s worth the splurge). Super filling. I’m eating pretty well to what you are doing, whole food plant based, but I add a little meat protein. I’m on week four and the results are remarkable. I was not fat, I just needed to not carry extra useless weight. Currently down two sizes. I feel mentally clear, energy through the roof and emotionally ‘fresh’! Welcome Spring! 🌸 I really enjoy your patter and common sense approach.
I haven’t tried oyster mushrooms - sounds like I need to splurge! Congrats on your success with healthful eating - the changes can happen so quickly when you commit 😊
You look amazing. Your skin glows and your teeth are beautiful..just at first glance...a beacon of health. My 9 year old daughter asked me this morning if eating only vegetables would be safe...I said yes and she responded with : ' let's try that for the whole day!'
I just ordered the book! Thank you for the recommendation! I’ve definitely been over eating junk foods the past couple of years and despite never being confident and comfortable in my body, I never really put in the effort to change. These past few months I’ve really been pushing myself in other areas such as work, school, ect. I’ve decided to now really focus on health and a healthy diet/lifestyle.
You've got this! Consistency over perfection 😄
Thank you for your video and your tips. They make real sense to me.
I am trying to change my lifestyle. I did try it before and I failed . I failed because I got derailed, I was not focused and I lived with people who did not agree with my new idea of eating.
So glad your video popped up as a suggestion. Really enjoyed the whole video. Off to watch more. New subscriber. Thank you!
Excellent video....great mindset and love the way you share your thoughts about being plant based....good ideas on the food too....will be checking your other posts...esp the green smoothie....thanks!
I’ve been watching your videos all afternoon and I’m so in love with your energy. Love the salads and information your providing. Thank you for sharing your progress and time. Can’t wait to watch more!!!!
Wow what a great video! Very inspiring. Thank you for sharing!
This came in my recommended and I'm glad it did. I like your attitude, no nonsense approach with just eating real foods. Going to library and check out Mr Fuhrman book. I'm subscribed.