42 things I learned being Raw Vegan for 60 days

[@preto_americano]

My first time ever doing Raw Vegan 🌱 I couldn’t stop randomly having epiphanies, smiling and crying out of amazement 😂 I also let my guards down with ease, leaving the fight mode behind. I thought before reacting. I just simply knew what to do. Great video.

[@kimberlykelly6110]

Good evening, This is my first time here, I am loving this content

[@kimberlykelly6110]

Thanks for sharing

[@kimberlykelly6110]

My question is, how are you able to get the calories into your body with a plant base lifestyle?

[@frankiegarcia2488]

I’ve felt this way before but have never been able to describe it as well as you did. I miss that feeling.

[@MercedesLynn]

Hi, Kimberly! Great question, I asked myself the same on my Raw journey which lead to me tracking my calorie intake for a few weeks until I was clear on what foods were calorie dense. I found that foods like: avocados, hemp seeds, nut butters, bananas, dates, and tofu were all great as far as getting more calories in. I practice having 2-3 meals a day with variety to be sure I’m getting the nutrients and calories I need. Last, if you’re eating more plant-based food vs. raw food your choices open up even more. Foods like potatoes, beans, oats, lentils, and quinoa are high in calories. Until next time, sending love your way. 🤗☮️ 💜

[@nitab1718]

I recently discovered sleep is a detox on my journey as well, I thought I was losing it for a minute go to sleep in pain wake up feeling great 😂 the better we sleep the better our health is ❤ thanks for sharing

[@MercedesLynn]

Hey, Nita! Lol thats so true. The body is so smart 🤓 and wants to heal if we allow it to. To piggyback off what your said as far as going to sleep in pain and waking up renewed: I find the same thing to be true with my mind. I can be overthinking something at night, put on a soothing sound, fall asleep and wake up like “it’s not that deep.” 😂 But if it was I wake up renewed and journal which helps me work through it vs. suppressing. I love this healing work. Thank you for commenting. Peace & love. ❤️🙏🏽

[@lisagiuliani8167]

OhmyGod I just found you, and I literally NEEDED to hear everything you said!!! Thank you, for helping me get back on track!! ❤

[@Rosonicole]

I commend you for your 60-day commitment. I've recently went vegan and so much has changed for me. It quickly became a no brainer. I realized so many of the hormones I had were not all mine. I don't feel guilty about the things I eat because I feel I'm nurturing & nourishing my body and soul as one. Wish I would've started sooner! but hey better late than never.

[@suriahood]

you seem so nice and authentic:)

[@MercedesLynn]

Thank you Suria😊✨💕

[@HealthMotivator]

Facts

[@SophieGreenleaf]

Your hair looks beautiful. Also, thanks for sharing your wisdom and experience. ❤

[@MercedesLynn]

Thank you Sophie! ☺️ I’m grateful my experience is helpful for you. Sending lots of goodwill to you on your beautiful life journey. 🤍🕊️

[@ladyfae4797]

Wow great information for my journey! Thank you 😊. I didn't know about the liver and detoxing after digestion is complete. I've been not eating after 6pm for a few weeks now and I do feel better. I'm trying to heal stomach issues and a high raw diet seems to make me feel my absolute best physically and emotionally.

[@drmonifajones6943]

Thank you! Very helpful. You have such a beautiful energy. I am currently juicing and transitioning to a raw vegan diet.

[@reginalindsay7221]

Girl!! You are bomb! Such a beautiful soul and I know GOD led me here. I've been asking what my journey is going to look like, all while I wait and accept what HE has gor me. Watching this has shed some light on what that may be. Ty!

[@jasminee2320]

I love how you said the body wants to address the stress 1st before anything else. This emcouraged me to work on my stressors and stop trying to ignore them. Thank you!

[@MercedesLynn]

Hey, Jasmine! Thank you for sharing a piece of your journey with me and the YT family. It takes a lot of courage to address your stressors and its so worth it. 💖🙏🏽 Happy Healing Queen!

[@PropheticCoachTheresa]

Hi there! Could you please clarify the second book you suggested, sounded like the "kimmet diet?" I can't find that one. So glad your channel came up on my suggestions! Love how you broke this down into bullet points of your experience on raw. I've done raw a lot on the past but got away from it for a long time, like 20 years. Back on now, today is the 5th day and that mental, emotional and spiritual clarity are such gifts! Just wanted to share, I'm not a fan of big salads, I'm a really slow eater and they take like 2 hours for me to eat, plus as a meal they aren't very satiating to me. What I've started doing that makes me feel great is make blended salads, like a savory raw soup then finely chop some veg and add sprouts and put that in there. I'm in Michigan and it's winter now so I also warm this up on the stove to just warm to the touch and wow, what a difference. Easy to eat and really satisfying. Blessings!

[@sarahnoid10]

This video was sooooo good. Thank you for sharing all of these tips. I just finished my 3rd week of being raw vegan and around days 14-17, the sugar cravings were horrible. I was close to driving to the store at midnight for ice cream and junk food one night, but I did the same thing as you, and doubled the amount of sweet fruit and dates that I ate instead. The cravings are no joke...it's important to have extra food on hand at all times just in case you need a quick fix.

[@octaviakf]

This was really good 👍🏾 congratulations 🎊

[@MercedesLynn]

Thank you 🙏🏽😁🎉

[@TheINFP_Diary]

you're whole being, i can just feel it through my screen, it's so comforting as it makes me not feel so alone, as if i'm sitting down with my best friend. Thank you ❤

[@MercedesLynn]

I'm smiling as I read this, thank you for this beautiful comment NeuroVerse. ❤😊🌻 Have a good week!

[@penneywoods1812]

This is a great video! I absolutely love your energy. You made me smile and laugh many times! I am working my way towards being Raw vegan and your story was so inspirational. I will definitely keep you on my playlist to watch daily. Thank you for creating this video! ❤😊

[@rawsunnata829]

I completely agree with you and your mom is great!!!!

[@KalDillard]

I’m on day 6/30 and I’m thinking about extending for another 60 days after!

[@MercedesLynn]

Way to go Kal!!! Extending your cleanse for a total of 90 days to experience all the benefits that eating raw provides for the body will be so worth it....life changing really. Thank you sharing, this is motivating and inspiring.

[@MakaylaShae]

Hey Beautiful I remember Working with you at Sprouts. I'm loving your content and im deciding to go raw vegan. I just needed some tips and sense of direction with everything. I need a whole detox and breakthrough within my metal clarity and body.

[@CalmVibesVee]

Your spirit is warm, calm, yet so energetic. I really enjoyed this video. It is inspiring as i go thru my detox. God is healing me everyday. I remain open to the wisdom He leads. Im on day11 raw as i try to move forward in healing gut & brain. Thank you for sharing your experience & wisdom. Any friend of yours is blessed. 💚🥬🙏🏼

[@MercedesLynn]

Wow!!! I’m so blessed by your beautiful comment “ForgiveAndLove09.” Thank you for sharing your light and love with me. 💖 I’m so happy to hear that God is healing you and that you took charge of your health. You’re amazing! Peace & God Bless. 🙏🏽

[@AletheaLamb-gt6zk]

Thank you for this, really insightful! You are so glowing and radiant and happy. Thanks for sharing your good energy and experience with raw vegan. I’m at the beginning of my journey with it, and loving it so far…transformational on every level. Peace & blessings 💖🌟🍏

[@MercedesLynn]

Wow Alethea! Thank you for sharing & you're welcome. I'm happy you enjoyed hearing about my raw vegan journey just as I'm happy reading about yours. It was (and still is) exciting & transformational as you stated.❤️ I can feel the goodness that you're experiencing just by reading this beautiful comment. Your energy is amazing! Until next time, I'm sending so much love your way.

[@AletheaLamb-gt6zk]

@@MercedesLynnAh thank you so much Mercedes! 💖💜 Much love & blessings

[@jmatos7872]

Your smile is so engaging! Don’t lose it! God bless u.

[@MercedesLynn]

Aww, thank you Miss. J. 💖 May God Bless you too!

[@LORENA-wq3vm]

Congratulations on this! I’ve gone back to vegetarian.. then hopefully vegan. I feel much better. I don’t eat out and I love to make my own food. This is a much better way to eat for me. Too much fast food and junk… no thanks. Your hair looks soooo cute in this video! New subbie from Tampa Florida 🌴

[@henrytvchannel]

Thank you for uploading this video. it was really interesting and helpful. By the way, what was the name of the second book you recommended?

[@MercedesLynn]

Hi Henrz! I'm happy this video was helpful for you and thank you for watching.😊 I mentioned three books but I'm not sure the order I said them in so here's all three: The Mucusless diet by Arnold Ehret, The Kemetic Diet by Muata Ashby, and The Detox Miracle Sourcebook: Raw Foods and Herbs for Complete Cellular Regeneration: The Ultimate Healing System by Robert Morse. Sending goodwill your way, happy cleansing.

[@Juicingwithjay]

Your skin is glowing ❤😍❤️✊🏿🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱

[@MercedesLynn]

Thank you Jay! 😊🌱✨ Glowing skin is one of my favorite benefits of eating healthy.

[@Juicingwithjay]

@@MercedesLynn 😁😁

[@ayinalight]

Thank you for this video 💜 lots of good advice

[@MercedesLynn]

You're welcome Ayina, I'm happy it was helpful. Sending goodwill your way in 2023!

[@Magic369-dt]

Thanks for sharing. This information was so on point. Glad to hear you chose your calling over a job. Stay on the path because your future is bright❤

[@MercedesLynn]

Thank you Thomas, your message warms my heart! At this point in my life I’m not willing to settle for anything that doesn’t truly align with who I am, that job had to go lol. Sending goodwill your way. 🤍🕊️

[@earphbound720]

Great info and personality!

[@MercedesLynn]

Thank you!

[@shantenafreeman8908]

So inspirational ⭐. And you are one sweet you lady. God bless 😘. Blessings to All 🙏

[@rozchristopherson648]

I’m 62 and vegan for 7 years. I am just one month in to going raw vegan year-round. I usually do raw vegan just during summer months. But I’m committing to year-round. I want to do the 80/10/10 diet of 80% raw, 10% nuts and seeds for fats, and 10% protein. Congrats on your journey.

[@anitag6907]

Thank you so much for all the information that is a blessing ❤

[@MercedesLynn]

You’re welcome! Thank you for being here. 🩷 Peace & Love

[@Nadia-gq4hu]

Loved this video, right into it. Thank you 🙏

[@MercedesLynn]

You're welcome Nadia, I'm happy you loved it! Have a great New Year!

[@debbiehartwell8465]

Thank you fir sharing this information

[@MercedesLynn]

You’re welcome Debbie. 😊 Thank you for watching!

[@TurpuiTozay_health]

Thank you , this is motivation!

[@MercedesLynn]

You’re welcome! Thank you for watching. Sending goodwill to you on your journey. 💪🏽😊🫶🏽

[@BBFLYRISEN]

Day 2 RAW here 🙋🏿‍♀️.

[@MercedesLynn]

Way to go Elaina!!! 🙌🏽 Wishing you all the goodness on your journey. 😊

[@BBFLYRISEN]

@@MercedesLynn Thanks Sis! Recently did a 60 day juice cleanse so RAW is the next step. Feeling good. 😘

[@MercedesLynn]

Wow, that’s truly admirable! I can only imagine how good you feel after a 60 day juice cleanse. That takes discipline sis. I look to do an extended juice cleanse in the future, thanks for the inspiration. 🥰❤️

[@BBFLYRISEN]

@@MercedesLynn After 60 days of only juice you’ll be high as a PILOT Sis! 😂🤣😅🤷🏿‍♀️

[@MercedesLynn]

Lmbo!!!😂✈️ In that case I might try that sooner than later. I love the natural high that comes with cleansing the body.

[@elisegoose]

you made some great points/observations. When I lose weight - for me it is first in the butt and breasts, lol (oh well) then the face and legs. I am also on a cleansing and self-care journey! yahoo! easy does it... slow and steady wins the race.

[@stephsmemo]

How do you snack on chia seeds and dry fruit? Do you mix them?

[@eugeniapledger746]

Wow.... thanks for sharing!

[@MercedesLynn]

Good morning, Eugenia! ☀️ You’re welcome, I’m happy you enjoyed the video. Thank you for watching! 😊

[@nimflower]

LOVE THIS 🙏🙌❤️thank you

[@MercedesLynn]

Awww you’re welcome and thank you for watching. ❤️ Sending love and goodwill your way.

[@drmonifajones6943]

IYes I love to journal too! would love to send you a complimentary copy of my first publication; The Healing Directory (Book & 90 day journal) by The Messenger Monifa

[@drmonifajones6943]

You have such a beautiful magnetic angelic smile

[@MercedesLynn]

Hi Dr. Monifa, thank you so much. This made my morning, sending love your way on this thankful Thursday!

[@dawudanyabwile808]

Great video! I stumbled across since I watch vids to keep me inspired during my current 90 day raw food reset. I just ordered the Kemetic Diet book and look forward to reading it. I just got back from Kemet a few weeks ago and that was one reason I wanted to reset everything in my life so I know Bro. Muata Ashby’s book will help me grow even more in this area! Keep shining and check out my journey if you find time! Peace!

[@MercedesLynn]

Thanks Dawud! I watched your day 14 update video on your KZbin channel and it inspired me. I appreciate your honest take on being plant based for 20 plus years and it was great to hear how its positively effecting you as you approach 60. The book "Kemetic diet" is going to bless your life especially after experiencing the culture for yourself, visiting egypt is definitely on my travel list. Side note, it'll be cool if you recorded a video about your experience in Kemet. Until next time, Peace!

[@megayummyrockstar]

Luv this 🫶🏾

[@MercedesLynn]

Thank you ❤️🤗

[@lstevie7]

Would you please list the names of the 3 books you recommended?

[@MercedesLynn]

Hi! 👋🏽😁 The three books I mentioned include: The Kemetic Diet by Muata Ashby, Mucusless Diet Healing System by Arnold Ehret and The Detox Miracle sourcebook by Robert Morse. Enjoy the remainder of your weekend! 😁

[@gofearless8749]

Nice Video❤

[@MercedesLynn]

Thank you sis ❤️

[@diamondjack-cooper5322]

❤

[@MercedesLynn]

Hi Diamond! 🩵😊

[@luuvjonz1]

Hello sis, what is the salt substitute you spoke of?

[@MercedesLynn]

Hey Gee, the salt substitute I mentioned is called “Dulse.” Thanks for watching & Happy Cleansing! 🤗

[@luuvjonz1]

@@MercedesLynn thanks so much!

[@MercedesLynn]

You’re welcome! 😊

[@philipgeorgiev]

raw vegan for a month, never felt better in my life

[@MercedesLynn]

That’s awesome Philip! Raw vegan is definitely life changing. Happy ☀️ Sunday.

[@queenmi274]

Amazon, been there twice LOL

[@MercedesLynn]

Lol, yeah, spot on sis! 😂

[@ItsRose2]

First to comment 😌💗

[@guns4toilets]

The one and only thing I learned being raw vegan for 2 years: I'm able to do it. I could be a vegan and be fine. Unlike the fear mongering that everyone was giving me.

[@MercedesLynn]

Thank you for sharing! Being raw is definitely doable and should be encouraged over being feared. When I went vegetarian in 2016 some of my loved ones showed the same concern out of a lack of understanding but now they love the lifestyle for me as much as I do. Although most of my loved ones still eat more traditionally they are more conscious of their health which I'm grateful for. Congrats to you for embarking on such an incredible journey! Sending love

[@lashondadevaughn303]

I just did raw fruit and vegetables for 3 days, best thing I could’ve done. Congrats on your journey, just liked and subbed, be sure to return the love!

[@MercedesLynn]

Hi, LaShonda! Thank you for showing love! ❤️ I just checked out your video on your cleanse and I loved it. You ate well, exercised and had the support of your partner. That’s a win all the way around. Keep thriving Queen! Peace and love. ✨☮️🙏🏽

[@lashondadevaughn303]

@@MercedesLynn aww, thank you so much, I appreciate the love! ❤️🌹

[@face1647]

​@@lashondadevaughn303 What like to know what cleanse?

[@lashondadevaughn303]

@@face1647 I ate raw fruit and vegetables only for 3 days and I took castor oil to detox my gut..