After Diagnosis - A Kitchen Vlog

A kitchen vlog following on from my recent diagnosis with COPD. I talk about quitting tobacco, and where we go from here. x
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[@steffimoreau6787]

I'm so sorry to hear that, Paul. My dad has COPD stage 2, has had it for years. He is 84 now and living a perfectly normal life without any problems. He used to be a chain smoker and had to quit. There are also exercises for the lungs you can do to strengthen your lungs. You can find them on KZbin. I'm wishing you guys all the best!

[@ThoseVeganGuys]

Thankfully, as singers, we do breathing exercises every night in bed, always have for many years. I think that is why the COPD was hidden for so long.

[@yvonnay8904]

Thank you for being so brave to disclose your condition. Glad you are a long term vegan, now stop the vaping. Sending you continued healing vibes and strength.😘💕❤️💕❤️

[@karenbrowning3397]

Thank you for sharing, Paul. My MIL had severe COPD and it was awful seeing how much she suffered. She ended up being unable to have live saving surgery (not COPD related) because of the COPD. Right up until the day she died she refused point blank to give up smoking so it warms my heart that you are being so pro active and doing what needs to be done. Fighting in your corner with you❤

[@janegoodfellow1529]

Thanks for setting a great example of checking things out with the doc. They'd rather that than our waiting until things have worsened and become harder and more complex to address.

[@bexboo8]

i bloody love you so much ,please please look after yourself like the precious diamond you are xx

[@AtheistEve]

Good luck, m’dear. My mum was diagnosed with COPD 20 years ago. But it was rediagnosed 4 years ago as asthma. Anyway. She’s going to be 90 in August. And she has no heart issues and only needs a ventalin spray. She smoked until she was 50. So, sometimes these things can be better than we think. Even many cancers are no longer the death sentence they used to be. Where there’s hope, there’s life and vice versa.

[@alisonmountain1166]

Hats off to you for being so open and honest with your diagnosis. The lung cancer got my dad & my mum now has COPD - yet still continues to smoke! I gave up smoking 25 years ago and it was the best thing I did - for my health and my wallet. Best wishes to you going forward ❤🌱

[@KHwut]

My paternal grandfather passed when I was 6 of lung cancer, and my maternal grandmother passed 2 years ago of breathing trouble after smoking. I'm sure most of us have lifestyle factors we battle. We want our loved ones and the people we consider friends, even through a screen, to live long, happy lives. 💚

[@justababsy465]

Hello from Pennsylvania USA 👋. I smoked tobacco for years as well Paul, from about the age of 13 until 45 I had attempted to quit smoking many many times and it wasn't until I had found the e-cigarette that I was finally able to quit tobacco. I did eventually quit the E-Cigarettes as well by decreasing the nicotine amounts every 2 or 3 weeks until I was down to zero and then I chose a vape juice that I wasn't particularly fond of undecided I had to vape zero mg and that flavor only if I really strongly felt the urge. That was a few years ago. Best of luck friend, so glad to see you seriously taking care of your health and it says much about your husband that he has so readily made these changes himself to make it easier for you. Much love 🤗 .

[@sheridenlomax325]

Fantastic that you have both stopped smoking. It really is one of the hardest thing to do 👍 Great that singing is benefcia! 🎤🎶🎶 Best wishes with your COPD journey. 🎉

[@VegaNurse.]

I've worked most on a lung disease ward, I meet patients like you, just starting out on the path to better health or people who have had the same diagnosis as you for decades and know more about it than me, naturally! Glad you've taken the first step, and quickly, it's a one day at a time thing, and important to remember you'll always be quitting, you'll never have quit. Been off work now a year with my own cancer journey (a blood one) but I'm due back to work in around a month now, but I look shocking without my hair!

[@ThoseVeganGuys]

Have you considered a wig for now? Bless you for sharing and glad to hear you here. x

[@tamcon72]

I wish you full and speedy healing!

[@starlover1413]

@VegaNurse "You'll always be quitting, you'll never have quit" - This is Important to keep in mind. So many of my patients have stopped / relapsed. It is a journey that is a lifetime after a COPD diagnosis. I wish you full and speedy recovery! 💐🌿🌺

[@joannamorgan6911]

Much love, Paul. Thank you for sharing your diagnosis. You have a lovely marriage, and I know Jason will support and encourage you. I am 67 and still think I'm young. Never give up.All best wishes to you both x

[@janemsxrayspecs9843]

Good for you quitting smoking Paul. It is singularly the best thing you can do for your lungs & your health in general. As someone who works on a respiratory ward. I have seen multiple patients in end stage COPD who are unable or unwilling to stop. In some cases they can't go onto long-term oxygen therapy because of their refusal to quit. Obviously oxygen and smoking can be a lethal combination. My mother smoked from a very young age until she was diagnosed with COPD in her 50's. She & my dad then stopped immediately. She passed from a non-related issues when almost 80. So, stopping tobacco certainly helped. I wish you all the very best. Keep following the qualified medical advice and get on living your life. PS. The reasons I won't go into, I don't follow the news or current affairs. When you said the centre was opened by Mr Sunak, I thought you were talking about a consultant 🤣🤣🤣🤣 it took a couple of minutes for the penny to drop 😆

[@sidcramp]

It's good to see that you're making lifestyle changes to help going forward. It's certainly not the end of having fun in your life. I've had COPD since 1996, never smoked, but was trapped in a house fire, since then I am more susceptible to pneumonia and chest infections, although for the past year I've been on a preventive inhaler called Anoro Ellipta which is supposed to help suppress infections, and I think it's working. I still love dancing although it certainly wipes me out, and I can drunken sing sporadically. I'm still enjoying life, and I'm sure you'll not let it stop you enjoying whatever you do. Much love to Jason and yourself.❤️

[@ThoseVeganGuys]

Glad to hear it seems to be working Sid

[@janegoodfellow1529]

It's inspiring to hear of your almost overnight lifestyle change.

[@janegoodfellow1529]

Incredible support and solidarity from Jason 🤗

[@ThoseVeganGuys]

Jason through and through. x

[@johncrwarner]

I loved the image of you being told to sing more. You needed to burst into a big number at that point LOL. My partner who faces Alzheimer's and Parkinson's and eats vegan to help slow the progress of these diseases wishes you the best - he asked me especially to write that We both wish you and Jason well and hope you have a long life . Cutting out tobacco is a help though it is a hard addiction to break. Thank you for sharing.

[@ThoseVeganGuys]

Thank you to you both. xxx

[@trudimcburney1331]

Thanks for sharing. Praying for you pal. Its so tough quitting anything but the smokes are tough. So well done. Day at a time

[@clarehunt7209]

Big hugs my lovely, my mum who is 80 in January has had COPD for many years.... She did give up smoking thankfully. ❤ take care xxx

[@moirawright2343]

Lots of love and hugs Paul ❤

[@gillianc8106]

I’m so sorry you have COPD, Paul, but I’m very glad that you have Jason and also that your doctors have been so helpful - especially advising you to sing, which I’m sure will be SUCH a burden for you. 😉 My dad had COPD and one of my friends has it too, so I’m very aware of how serious and life-altering it can be. It’s great that you’re feeling better now you’ve stopped smoking tobacco, and I hope that your condition at least stays stable, so that you can continue contributing positively to so many lives for a long, long time. Much love to you, Jason and Isis and I’m sending strength and caring thoughts from Scotland. 💕

[@gaynorfairy8040]

Dear Paul I am so sorry to hear about your diagnosis. Sending you and Jason love n light Gaynor xxx

[@flanny5419]

Sing more. "If I must" Love it 🎶🎤

[@monkeybutter6739]

This has reached me at a time when I'm discovering health issues that have been rather frightening. I've very recently had a wake up call and felt a need to re-evaluate my lifestyle. Before that I've very much pushed my luck health-wise, thinking I was invincible. You're absolutely correct about reaching your 40s and 50s. These are the years that problems start to present themselves, and I've seen people I love becoming terribly ill. All the best to you both on your healthy journey. It's a positive thing to talk to people about things like this because we all need to realise that we should seriously consider taking good care of ourselves, and that we would do well to amp up that self care as we advance in life. Much love to you both ♥️♥️

[@ThoseVeganGuys]

Much love to you too. hope you get on top of it all and put YOU first. Best to you.

[@bobbidazzler1343]

I think you look so well. The colour has returned to your face and you're glowing. Good luck. ❤

[@irenebaird4456]

That must have been one of the hardest blog that you have done as you are reaching out to people keep well safe irene🐝🧵🐝

[@Serenity9393]

Oh Paul 💔 But…..you’re fighting it and I’m keeping everything crossed for you as that’s the first step to victory. I also come from a long line of cancer related deaths. I’m the only one left (I have no relatives at all, that I know) so you do just plod along waiting for the hammer to fall. Got to be positive and determined and lifestyle changes are a good starting point xxx

[@MostlyLoveOfMusic]

wishing you positive thoughts

[@petercunnington6808]

I'm really glad you quit smoking my Grandma. Went to the hospitals and nearly die

[@trishacarlton5625]

Aww so sorry to hear Paul, I was a smoker and had to give up. I empathize with you it was the hardest thing to do to give up the cigs. Thank you for sharing, much love and kindness to you both. Big hugs 🤗 ❤xxx

[@aileensemple117]

Hi Paul , sending big hugs to the both of you 🤗.My dad is eighty one and has COPD .Had it for many years and refuses to give up smoking . Take care and love watching you both 😊

[@asmrpillow457]

love and support to you and all who are struggling

[@emmajayne198]

Thanks for always being vulnerable paul, sorry for your diagnosis x

[@jonesey9723]

I know its difficult but you've done amazing! So proud and happy you are comfortable to be open about this, love you Paul! 💛

[@ThoseVeganGuys]

Thank you so much!!

[@kathiparshall8094]

Thanks for the drops recommendation. I am in the US but I found one similar. I too have chest issues and I am hoping it will ease them. Thanks for sharing and I hope you do well with your treatment and smoking changes.

[@FiggysMeemaw]

I’m so sorry about your recent diagnosis, I’m sure with support from the lovely Jason your journey will be filled with the love anyone could ever ask for, all you can do is travel with hope and do what the doctors recommend, sending big hugs your a lovely bloke ❤️

[@tamcon72]

Ah, Paul, my dear, I am so relieved it's COPD; every third person here in the States seems to have it and it's manageable. You have a wonderful support network--not just your lovely spouse, but so many other people, including us subs, pulling for you--that your odds of living a long, healthy life with this are great. Also, more singing and maybe the resumption of Walking Talking Paulie vlogs is pretty doable therapy, considering. Thanks for posting!

[@lindajo1840]

Thanks, Paul. That was a really beneficial conversation to have, and a good reminder to all of us that we are important enough to look after, and to ask for help when we need it. I appreciate how hard it is to break a habit and adopt new lifestyle regime. You will know what conditions to avoid, what may trigger it. Best to have your toolkit ready to adapt. We want you well enough to enjoy the things you love. Maybe The Vegan Queens could write a musical you could take part in, or vice versa, as you are so creative. I bet you're regularly giving it laldy with some songs every day. I can hear you sing your favourites, eg., Abba's "I wonder"...I'm sure we could suggest a few. Music is so important. Bless Jason for his support.

[@polliKat1]

Hi, yes, you will deal with it, you are already are darlin...it's difficult, I do know....a really candid video- lots of love, hang in there xx

[@ThoseVeganGuys]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@lululane3437]

Paul I’m wishing you all the love and well wishes, you are truly amazing and so inspirational, sending you big hugs and send my love your way Jason, you too are the best couple

[@Kat_5]

Glad you are feeling better Paul ❤️

[@bangkokkaren6915]

Sorry to hear about your diagnosis. But you've made some great changes to protect your health. And your doctor encourages singing!! (Thanks for making this vlog. Because of time differences, I am usually sleeping during your lives.)

[@razzygirl91]

Sending all my love. You’re doing so well with the smoking, keep going ❤

[@willchris9708]

Well done on stopping Paul. We love you - stick around! Xx

[@ThoseVeganGuys]

Thanks so much

[@kelliewithanienotay]

Sending you so much love and positive energy. ❤

[@marthawhite7085]

Thank you for sharing , Paul . Will keep you in my thoughts and prayers ❤

[@TraceyLTims]

Thank you for sharing your journey with your health. It was insightful and informative. I gave up smoking decades ago and glad I did because it took my mother a while ago. It is wonderful you have support of your husband, so important. Take care and good luck with this journey, I hope you have many many years ahead.

[@AnnClarke-db4sl]

What an inspiring vlog. Wishing you and Jason all the best, you are a great couple. X

[@ThoseVeganGuys]

Thank you so much!

[@timetoeat420]

Im sorry for your diagnosis, however well done for making changes and planning to do things differently. Big love to you both❤

[@missiris1234]

Good luck Paul. I’ll be saying prayers 🙏❤️🙏. I know you will do well. Please listen to your doctor

[@robinsutton4952]

Thanks for sharing. My husband was just diagnosed with COPD. SPIRIVA costs $359. a month and he’s refusing to take (it’s not something we can afford). I immediately looked up the mullein and he’ll go for that. While he never smoked cigarettes, he did like to puff a fair amount of marijuana every day. He’s just had his second bout of pneumonia on oxygen 24/7. So we haven’t smoked anything since March when he first had pneumonia. Oh the joys of getting on in years. Love and well wishes to you. This old lady looks forward to seeing you lad’s every week. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@catlyn777]

You can still make edibles!

[@robinsutton4952]

@@catlyn777 I’ll look in that. A youngster here knows all about that type of thing. Thanks.

[@joanneniven342]

Big hugs. Sounds like you're making the right choices 😊❤

[@graytabbie]

Thank you for sharing with us. Best wishes in making the lifestyle changes you need to make. Be excellent to yourself...❤

[@petercunnington6808]

Yeah, remember now. My Grandma also has COPD she's 93 and can barely walk up the stairs without getting out of breath Hopefully you quit smoking early enough. And you can get on the right path. And that won't be your fate

[@andylaking]

Your skin looking brilliant too❤

[@TobyMcMc]

Sending lots of love! Looking forward to seeing you again soon at Vegan Camp Out 2024 26th til 29th July Bicester Oxfordshire UK 🇬🇧. Keep well and definitely keep singing! 😇🥰🌱🇬🇧🎶

[@AJdoesdronescars]

Hi Paul' I've been stopped smoking for around 20 months now after smoking for 25 yrs' try reading ALLAN CARR HOW TO STOP SMOKING , I read ot' threw my vape away and never looked back, keep well mate.

[@janegoodfellow1529]

A difficult few days for you, waiting for that telephone consultation. Huge relief for you (and all of us), although still a serious illness of course.

[@ThoseVeganGuys]

It very much reminded me of the two week waiting for the results of a first aids test many many years ago. That too was brutal. And thankfully negative.

[@janegoodfellow1529]

​@ThoseVeganGuys I can't imagine the fear. Such a dark time in our history - the dreadful illness and the appalling cruelty towards very poorly, dying people.

[@jeanhextall8948]

I was diagnosed 8 years ago Paul. I am now 68. Gave up the cigs straight away. Like you I was relieved after all the tests that it was not cancer. I also vaped and better than cigs for you. I hope that you are getting all the medication available for you. Dont get me wrong still get chest infections but feel my condition is more under control now. I always keep on the go as much as possible and feel it helps too. You take care ❤

[@carmenr...7639]

Dear Paul, I’m so sorry for copd diagnoses, sending hugs your way. I quit smoking about 17 yrs ago, and frankly, I don’t miss it 99% of the time and when I do, it’s a fleeting thought. I gave up Sigs with the Nicotine Patches but in an unusual way. Patches are recommended for six weeks but I used them for over 6-8 months, weaning myself slowly, cutting them in half and 1/4 as need, and one day I just stopped using them! I do take organic oregano oil pills as they help with lung congestion as a result of allergies, etc. It.may not work for everyone but seem to help me, do a little research and check with doc before considering them. Take care of you-

[@ainhoaaparicio3729]

Lots of love and a tight hug.

[@davidjones6470]

Very interesting upload, God bless you Paul, for saying all this, 💯👍👍

[@gwynethking640]

Good luck Paul x its bloody hard giving up smoking. I've done it twice. My old mam has copd and is still here at 80. Thanks for sharing x take care x

[@hannahmitchell87]

Excellent work, both of you! X

[@JonnyChaos]

I hate vaping. I quit smoking when I was 30 on champix I'm 42 now started vaping about 2 year ago. Trying to transition back over to nicotine pouches. I've quit on them before they seem the best of a bad bunch to be fair.

[@julie011267]

Love you Paul x you doing amazing xxx

[@michwinspear6005]

Well done for stopping smoking, I know it's difficult as I switched from tabs to vaping nearly 2 years ago and feel so much better.. can I suggest a couple of things you can look into, NAC and salt pipes.ninusedctobrun a healthy food shop and had a lot of customers with COPD and these things really made a difference.

[@kirstyperson834]

Hi Paul, my Sister has copd, asthma and bronchiectasis I got her a revitive aerosure which you can get medical tax exemption on if you have any breathing diagnosis issues. She says it has really helped her. My Sister is an inspiration diagnosed with arthritis in her 20’s and is now walking Hadrian’s Wall. You can do this, keep being awesome!!! Xxx

[@clairecarlin2885]

❤❤❤. So sad, but you are a fighter! Well done on quitting tobacco!!! ❤❤❤

[@lynby2108]

Aren’t we daft us smokers, we know we shouldn’t do it we know it’s terrible and yet we keep doing it. Well done giving them up it can’t have been easy and sorry to hear about the COPD diagnosis, I’m sure you’ll make the lifestyle changes to keep it at bay xx

[@mariedamon5655]

Hi there sounds like you got a wonderfull supporting husband.so glad like you say you got that unstead of the cancer .great you found alternatives to help your on your journey .good luck x

[@kirstifitzpatrick]

It is so very difficult to quit smoking age 10 is very very young. I started smoking age 13 i was diagnosed with asthma in my 40's I'm now 55 same age as you I was smoking 17-20 a day since I lost my partner suddenly in April I have cut right down im currently having 6 tabs a day John was a very heavy smoker 20+ per day. I want to stop completely I have tried various vapes but they make me cough and catch the back of my throat so hopefully I will be able to stop in the near future im hoping by the end of the year. You are doing amazing its such a hard addiction to break respect to you for your quitting journey and you have lots of support from Jason too❤🏳️‍🌈

[@RainbowVegansRock]

That was interesting timing, I just bought some Mullein tea because I've heard it's good for respiratory problems. Well done for switching to vaping though 🙌

[@barkerbiztv9837]

O lovey,thanks for sharing,& it will hopefully inspire others to stop smoking,,I honestly never thought of you as a smoker,vegan& your skin always looks So clear n healthy,,you take care of each other,,

[@Joannemckee-pn6jz]

Bless u Paul sending u lots of love xx

[@novaavon2273]

Hi found the lovely channel a week ago I think I’ve now watched all the videos you are both wonderful. I’ve got some really good ideas food wise from you so thank you. Just want to wish you well and thank you for sharing you are amazing. Sending love and good health love Abi xx

[@addamhewitt]

I'm going to say it's great news, that at least this, has made you guys quit tobacco. That's a massive positive, to come out of this. I am seriously going that way too 💚💚💚 are you making mojo Verde 💚💚💚

[@ThoseVeganGuys]

Making both buddie. Red and green.

[@richardbenham1475]

Thanks for sharing. I liked the Gemini face cameo at 8m35s also ❤ my dad has this so know the issues, take care 💚

[@PeiPeisMom]

I have asthma, I may try that mullein. Thanks, Paul!

[@brentnewtown]

Great job on cutting off the tobacco. Keep with vaping for a while but definitely try to stop that when you have the strength. You’re in my thoughts.

[@zoebrindle7269]

WOW wasn’t expecting that 🤗 Life’s wake up calls I believe are heaven sent , not every one gets that chance of having one . I’m so happy you’ve managed to stop the tobacco, not easy I believe. Well done . Take the best care of each other , we know you both are two super special !! Currently going through a suspected Cancer scare ? The waiting seems cruel , I feel like a ticking time bomb . Sending lots of love from Lancashire 🌈💖🌈

[@ThoseVeganGuys]

Hoping for the best for you Zoe. X

[@user-qg6bd6rs5q]

Love and hugs Paul love you both x❤

[@sallymallon1207]

May God bless you, and speedy recovery❤

[@juliez4944]

Thank you for sharing Paul . Huge hugs to you and a big pat on the back for taking the reigns on it immediately and aggressively- it will make all the difference in the world! I deal with patients who have COPD everyday, and there is a vast range of life quality that each of them have - all stemming on how willingly they have made lifestyle changes. Be your own champion!We are all here to cheer you on!

[@sharon6024]

Thank u for sharing Paul ❤ I had never heard of COPD x I have been enlightened x So great that u were able to stop smoking with the huge support from ur lovely husband x It must have been really scary receiving that diagnosis ❤ Have a beautiful Sunday ❤ And yes I totally agree - ur worth it ❤❤❤

[@lissu2441]

Big love to u both!

[@beckgrooveside8863]

Aw Paul xx so sorry to hear your news. Sending you a heartfelt hug xx be kind to yourself love xx

[@hellywelly5887]

I have honestly noticed over the last few weeks, on your dinner vlogs, that your voice has sounded clearer, and smoother. Good on you Paul for your lifestyle change. In our family too, my father in law had a chest infection which landed him in hospital. Was told copd was a factor. He vowed to give up smoking and has for the last 2 months.. after smoking for 60 odd years, he’s 83 now!

[@jennymatthews4901]

Thanks for talk paul xx

[@ThoseVeganGuys]

You are so welcome

[@mariannewaszak8253]

Thank you for sharing....❤❤❤

[@ThoseVeganGuys]

Thanks for watching!

[@teainortakoy]

I've been doing different new activities as part of a new year plan and had salt/halo therapy - its where you sit in a room of salt and is good for all things to do with breathing and clearing airways - lots of people with copd, cf and asthma go there. I went just to try something new with normal breathing and came out noticing the difference. All natural and could help!

[@plantaetivoli1178]

Sending sooo much Love and Peace from Upstate NY, My highest vibes are going your way

[@SmilingBeaver-ou7nc]

Love and positive energy to you 💙✨

[@ThoseVeganGuys]

Thank you! You too!

[@vanessam4325]

Thanks for sharing this with us Paul. Your ability to be open and get on with things are two traits I admire. Jason is a perfect husband, you both supporting each other must make kicking the habit so much easier. Looking forward to seeing you both at vegan camp out where we will be able to support your singing therapy 🎶 😊😘 🤗

[@LittleKagsx]

Oh Paul 😢 Thank you so much for sharing ❤ I know COPD is a huge diagnosis, but when I was waiting for you to say what your diagnosis was, I was relieved you didn't say cancer, I don't want that to sound bad, of course I'm not glad it is COPD, but I am defintely relieved it isn't cancer, do you know what I mean, I hope that doesnt come across as awful, I'm not explaining myself very well am I. Anyway, I am very proud that you have both given up smoking, WTG, it is blooody hard. I stopped smoking ... i think it was 2012 and have been vaping ever since, down from 18mg to 3mg nicotine, eventually hoping to stop all together. You are a crackin couple and I know you are there for one another, encouraging and pulling each other up by the boot straps. Sending you lots of love and hugs and continued health xxx and yes you bloody are worth it my love xxx😘

[@annstubbs2256]

❤❤❤ take the best care of yourself ❤

[@surajpoudel-x5h]

WAY TO GO MAN WITH QUITTING SMOKING. BEST OF LUCK WITH THE DISEASE. YOU CAN LIVE YOUR FULLEST WITH MOSTLY WHOLE FOODS PLANT BASED.

[@ewood208]

Mullein is wonderful. I grow it and grows well where we are.at southern Mississippi. My husband has asthma and it's amazing how well it works for him he also uses Quercetin with Bromelain. I don't know if it helps COPD but I thought I'd share since it helps him. He doesn't take meds anymore for his asthma because of these 2 things.

[@dannyhardwick7623]

Thank you for sharing that I really felt like I wanna support u more mow and hope u feeling ok x

[@ThoseVeganGuys]

I appreciate that

[@plantaetivoli1178]

Where do you show off your amazing talent? I'll make sure to see you next time I go to London ?:)

[@ThoseVeganGuys]

Vegan camp out next for The Vegan Queens