Failed for being a Vegan! (and other Comments...)

[@bonniepoole1095]

A husband once pronunced, "I never help my wife with housework! That's because it's not HER work, it's OUR work!"

[@pbwithjeremy]

That's a great attitude, I wish more people saw it that way!

[@sharonknorr1106]

My husband worked in IT all his life and got laid off several times. I did so appreciate that unlike some other laid-off husbands I knew, he dove into the "homemaker" job - cooking, cleaning, school stuff with the kids - while I worked full-time at the hospital. He was actually better at some of that stuff than I was. So, good for you.

[@pbwithjeremy]

Good for him. We've always treated it as a shared job - and lots of stuff neither of us want to do :)

[@vi3472]

That is great that the person who asked the last question is now losing weight and has relaxed their feelings of needing to be perfect through watching your videos. Listening to Dr Furhman can be intimidating and intense, but like everything, there is a spectrum or bell curve. He is all the way on the right side of that curve, for sure. We know that the more you do towards a WFPB diet, the better for your health, but you don’t have to be perfect. Progress, not perfection is the goal. The late, great Dr McDougall said that if a little salt or sugar will get someone to eat more healthy foods, such as sugar on oatmeal, then have it. it’s better than eating an animal based diet. I enjoy your Q&A videos!

[@pbwithjeremy]

100%!

[@elizabethmurphy8431]

The fact that one of your daughter’s friend’s parents keep a block of tofu in the house for her when she visits literally me say awwwwww out loud. I love that!

[@pbwithjeremy]

I learned that at that moment. Was very touched.

[@scummins2922]

Eleven Madison Park, a 3 star Michelin restaurant in NYC, and once toted as one of the top restaurants in the world went completely plant-based last year. Tell that to that chef teacher!

[@pbwithjeremy]

Yes - exactly :)

[@magalissantiago2817]

Wow awesome!

[@tracyhuckaby5876]

I agree with the last e-mail. I love how laid-back and real this channel and your family are. Your recipes are easy and family-friendly. Thank you for sharing and keeping it real.💜

[@pbwithjeremy]

Thank you! It's our pleasure to share.

[@lisamontaghami9196]

Hi Jeremy! I’m with you, I’m not the least bit interested in trying lab meat. Just the thought of it disgusts me. I haven’t eaten any animal products for about four years and I don’t miss them a bit. Like you I did it for health, not the animals, but now my heart breaks for the animals when I see meat or think about the suffering they go through. It’s interesting how not eating them has softened my heart towards that part of this.

[@senang2day524]

Great video again! And many thanks for the shout out you gave me😊. Greets, Constance from the Netherlands, the land of the potato eaters, see the painting of Van Gogh. Btw, why don't you do a special about potatoes some time?. There are so many delicious and oil free ways to prepare them!

[@pbwithjeremy]

Ohhh - I love that

[@greenagervegancookingwithm6429]

Episode ideas: Pasta recipes (stove top), Casserole recipes, Chinese take-out style recipes, Teenager's smoothies, Taste-test protein powders...That's all I can think of for now!

[@pbwithjeremy]

Those are all great, I'll keep them in mind!

[@doris3594]

Enjoy hearing your responses to audience questions as you and your family are so relatable! To that question about your homemaker status, we’ve used that term ‘homemaker’ back in the day to imply that one was a stay at home parent who didn’t earn an income and before people worked from the home. And your kids rock! I would have had difficulty as a teen if I was plant based because I was so apt to want to be like everyone else… but that was back in the 70s and times were different then and so happy that we’ve evolved! The comment about wanting to be 100 percent or be a loser may have partly emanated from Dr. Joel Fuhrman who states that 90 percent is still not good enough and personally I just think it’s too rigid for most of us if we want to stay sane and practical. Thanks always for your thoughtful responses! You are a lifeline for many of us out there.

[@pbwithjeremy]

This is very sweet of you - and I agree whole heartedly with what you're saying here.

[@lizannechance2934]

I recently had all my blood work done, and all of my cardiac numbers are in bad shape and I’ve been put on a statin drug. I have been pretty much a vegetarian for many years, but not seriously enough. Now this scares me being 66 years old and not paying enough attention to eating even more healthy. My doctor very plainly told me “you are at the highest risk for a heart attack or stroke”. My father died of heart disease at 57, almost 10 years younger than me, so watching your channel and seeing how excited you get testing recipes and giving all the tips that you can, are encouraging me to work harder and experiment more in the kitchen with the WFPB lifestyle. Thank you and your family for educating us and showing us how delicious WFPB can be.

[@pbwithjeremy]

Thank you so much for sharing your story and for being inspired to make changes! It's amazing you're taking charge of your health. Good for you. Please let me know if there’s anything we can do to help you. And feel free to email me if I’m slow to respond here: [e-mail]

[@jilldigwood4328]

Great video, thanks for your honesty , much love from Spain ❤

[@suemichaelsen8486]

Thank you, Special LaLonde Family

[@pbwithjeremy]

You're welcome! :)

[@ardethellis8930]

I really enjoyed this video. I dont have a dog so i skipped that part. Loved the responses the kids had. What I appreciate about your channel is the you do you attitude. I've been vegan for a long time but only last year became aware of the concept of WFPB. I'm not 100% yet as I clean out my pantry. However, I do find that I feel so much better without refined sugars, oils, and flours. Keep doing what you do. ❤

[@pbwithjeremy]

Glad we could inspire you - you're on the right track!

[@adellenewton2532]

When people apologize for eating meat around you, like sorry, not sorry. Annie you are so right about how annoying that is.

[@anacollado4440]

thank you for all your help and advice Ana from NYC

[@pbwithjeremy]

Thanks Ana! So glad I could help!

[@deannearmstrong5864]

The message you read last really resonates with me.

[@pbwithjeremy]

I'm so glad!

[@greenagervegancookingwithm6429]

I loved your convo with your teens. We are in the SAME BOAT with 2 teens here in Southern California and their answers would be similar to your kiddos - Although my 14-year-old has mentioned WISHING she liked the taste of cheese because it would make life with friend's houses/school/restaurants easier for her. But she wasn't raised on it so it's extremely off-putting for her. Also, REALLY valued the candor of the final comment and conversation in the video and I too struggle with the content in vegan spaces that (sometimes even unknowingly) overemphasizes perfection. It took me years to realize that I I need to be vigilant about what content I take in - That part is up to me. Content that hyper-focuses on rigidity leads me to an obsession/guilt/dissatisfaction spiral. Content that emphasizes vegan health in a joy-filled, realistic way inspires/confirms me. So, yeah it stinks that there are rigidity/perfectionistic leaders out there but we can choose to steer clear of them too! We've got agency, right?!

[@pbwithjeremy]

Thank you so much for sharing this-I absolutely loved reading your thoughts! I can totally relate to your 14-year-old’s comment about cheese; it’s such a common “wish” among plant-based teens navigating social settings. But honestly, it’s amazing that she’s so self-aware and has already found what works for her, even if it means standing out a little. Kudos to you for raising such a thoughtful kiddo! I’m so glad you appreciated the candor in the video and the final conversation. It’s something I feel strongly about-acknowledging that we’re all just doing our best and that perfection isn’t the goal. You’re so right about the need to filter the content we consume. That spiral of obsession, guilt, and dissatisfaction is real, and it can sneak up on you. I love how you framed it: we have agency! It’s empowering to remind ourselves that we can steer clear of the rigidity and instead focus on content that supports joy and balance. Thanks again for taking the time to connect-it means so much to know this resonated with you! Sending lots of solidarity from one teen-parent to another. 😊

[@katieflennery7662]

I’m a vegan who happens to eat healthy now and if a meat & dairy diet were the healthy option I’d still be a vegan. My priority is animals so yes, I’m all for lab grown meat. Bring it on. I will eat the way I need to but will support anything that reduces animal suffering.

[@gaBetibu]

. . . I agree, wholeheartedly, why contribute to enslavement & slaughter of innocent animals when we can be so much healthier & sleep with peace in our heart . . . not only saves innocent lives, but, also, contributes to a healthier planet for future generations & keeps our Loved Ones in optimal health...I still love & respect all precious humans, yet my heart aches knowing many take part in a less- compassionate lifestyle...God Bless You & Your Absolutely Beautiful Familia . . . (btw, I feel certain, in my heart, that your kids will soon become totally Vegan as they are being raised by 2 kind, loving, intelligent & compassionate parents 🙏🙏🙏) . . . with so much Love & Respect . . . just me . . . 🥰🥰🥰

[@TiffanyYoung-bv2gb]

On the veggie broth, I’ve found citrus rinds make things incredibly bitter. Onions and garlic are essential, cruciferous vegetables actually do work because I roast my veggie scraps and add a touch of miso and agave to the water when simmering. Carrot and celery scraps are also vital.

[@TiffanyYoung-bv2gb]

This is coming from someone who grew up with a foodie mom, went to culinary school, and has been honing my skills afterwards for 20 some odd years

[@pbwithjeremy]

Interesting, thanks for the tip! We've never found a half a lemon rind adds bitterness - just don't over do it :)

[@davidthescottishvegan]

I wouldn't eat lab grown meat because even though it doesn't involve killing animals but still involves animal exploitation through the removal of cells from the animal I wouldn't feel comfortable with eating it. I do prefer to eat a vegan diet with the majority of the food being whole plant foods based with some ultra processed foods. Love 🥰 the video and love 💗 Jeremy & family.

[@pbwithjeremy]

Agreed!

[@gaBetibu]

. . . my sentiments exactly . . . 100% Vegan, mostly WFPB SOFAS-free, with occasional "healthier" vegan treats... 🙂

[@AbbyMunguia]

Great Q&A!

[@pbwithjeremy]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@sjones902]

I love that comment at the end! Beautiful. ❤

[@pbwithjeremy]

Agreed :)

[@debracarr614]

Thank you I love it

[@taniaallan5702]

I was vegetarian age 13 to age 26. I started eating meat because I was in culinary school and if you didn’t cook and eat it in food lab you’d fail. I was sick for a long time when I started to eat meat. If I had more than a couple bites I actually threw up and was green. Took about two years to not be sick. Apparently you don’t have the enzymes to break it down so it just putrifies in your gut. I am now 48 and have been vegan for nearly 4 years and so much happier. I would not be interested in lab grown meat either. Yuck. And I agree with Annie…the smell is gross. My husband is SAD eater and the smell grosses me out so bad I open windows.

[@Gloriyacollet]

Agree with the last mail. Gregor and Furhman are the idols in this space but so hard to do in our modern culture if just once you have to eat outside of home. Also they seem salt free and I know the lower the better but if you ever try to serve that kind of salt free home cooked meal to a friend, just watch their face😂 All that to say, it’s super easy for me when we’re in our home bubble but there has to be some wiggle room that allows us to look after our health, the animals and the environment without renouncing friends and outside activities. So imperfection is definitely the way to go there! P.s. love the cookbook, just had the Annie loaf for dinner😁

[@pbwithjeremy]

Ohhhhhh - glad you liked the loaf!!!

[@gaBetibu]

. . . oooh . . . thx for reminding me...I haven't downloaded mine yet...can't wait. . . I 😊

[@petersister]

Great answer about lab grown meat. No matter what source meat comes from it has proven to be bad for our health. I didn't quit eating meat because I hate it, I quit for the sake of my health. And I have fought outrageous addiction to quit eating it. I like that it happens to be good for the planet when we don't eat meat, and even better for the animals. For sure, if I had to be the one to kill an animal to have it for food, it would NEVER happen. I couldn't even stand to kill it humanely. I think that's true for most of us. It sounds like lab grown meat removes that element. Doesn't matter; meat is still unhealthy. Besides, when ever man tampers with anything, it usually ends up in disaster.

[@pbwithjeremy]

Agreed!

[@gaBetibu]

. . . IMHO . . . can a sentient being be "humanely" killed for human consumption? ( absolutely no judgment, just asking) 😔

[@1auntievenom]

It does matter to the animal though.

[@deborahpierce4631]

I have been following your channel for a while now and really enjoy it. I recently bought the Vego food composter. Can you give me some hints on the best ways to use it, some hints, etc. Thank you in advance.

[@pbwithjeremy]

The main hint would be to have a bucket you can put the compost in after it breaks down - I made the mistake of leaving too much in for too long!

[@suzywernet5312]

Hello again from Suzy in Rocky River Ohio!

[@suzywernet5312]

Thank you I love your cookbook and I really like your family!

[@pbwithjeremy]

Thank you!!!!

[@JohannaZee]

Yeah I put too much lemon in one of my badges I don't put any in anymore. I also add bay leaves peppercorns and some tamari. Oh yeah I add a little kombu now.

[@bonniesouter3026]

I used to eat Quorn when I lived in the UK, that is a weird fungal biomas grown in large silos, cut into various nuggety things and sold as a kind of faux chicken. I live in Portugal now and if I ever find Quorn it's very expensive, so I'd rather just stick with boring tofu which is relatively cheap. I look forward to hearing your thoughts about lab grown meat.

[@pbwithjeremy]

What is Quorn?

[@gaBetibu]

. . . oh my . . . there is absolutely nothing boring about tofu . . . just "zillions" of ultra-delicious ways to totally enjoy it... unlike "dead, decaying flesh," que no? 🙂

[@bonniesouter3026]

@pbwithjeremy Quorn is a mock meat popular in the UK, it's made from fungus, I guess the closest I would compare it to is seitan in terms of texture.

[@theresamacdonald6993]

Yes deep dive on lab produced meats

[@gaBetibu]

. . . I imagine, for ethical vegans, the lab grown meat is still using our precious innocent animals for human use . . . thereby, still exploitation. . . IMHO . . . 😔

[@frompizzaaddicttovegan]

Yes. Positive reinforcement training is the way to go for training all animals - humans and dogs included. ❤

[@hilaryfish-nx5me]

Would love to see a cookbook review on any of the Happy Pear books. Love your content by the way.

[@pbwithjeremy]

Thanks! And here you go: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gGTSd6SYntWmgcU

[@laurataylor999]

Always enjoy the Q&A videos. I know it’s December as I watch this and the Movember mustache is gone but I kind of like that Spurlock look on you! LOL!

[@pbwithjeremy]

Haha, thanks! I sorta liked it too :) the family not so much.... Annie said: "Don't ever do that to your face again."

[@laurataylor999]

@@pbwithjeremy😂

[@Slastukin67]

A video on lab meat would be really interesting! Personally I find meat to be disgusting. Why would I want some slab of vegetable product that bleeds? Yuck.

[@bevwoods3933]

I bought a copy of your cookbook but don’t have the link to download it. 😢

[@pbwithjeremy]

Look at your e-mails from Nov 27th (check your junk mail) if you can't find it e-mail me at: [e-mail]

[@mammabear2183]

I really enjoyed this conversation. I am a huge fan of your whole family. I love your honesty and your style of letting us see the imperfections as you navigate cooking and life in general. Please don’t do a deep dive on meat substitutes. That stuff creeps me out. I don’t like food created from a lab, yuck. I am looking forward to getting your physical cookbook. I love the digital version already. Thanks for all your hard work making this channel awesome! I love the insertions of “a few hours later” That cracks me up every time!

[@pbwithjeremy]

Aww thank you - If I were to do something on this I think it would be around the idea of how it works, etc.... I'm just seeing if I have something to say about it.... but who knows...

[@carlajilek8310]

I have to use dates for sweetener due to having macular degeneration. I was told can’t do sugar. Dates are considered a food. But I miss maple syrup.

[@pbwithjeremy]

Dates are a great alternative, though I feel you on the maple syrup!

[@eileentoledoperez2476]

Hello my name is Eileen from hopatcong, NJ I follow you cause you and your family seem Happy and you are vegan I just love that. I have been Vegan for four years and still trying to eat healthy. I follow these other people who are vegan maybe this can help your family especially your children. The first one is Derek Sarno he is a vegan chef and he does it for the animals. Makes good food and show you how to make different things out of vegetables. The second one is healthyveganeating. He was get sick and change his life he is Whole Foods strictly. Also makes great food . La Covina de Milagros means ( the kitchen of Miracle ) he’s from Italy I just started with him and haven’t try anything yet. But Guten free meat which am trying to eat. Also for salt you can use wine (vegan) Vinegar or lemon juice. Instead of salt. I learn that from a chef in Israel on tv show I was watching. And so many more. And you of course I heared you make a great granola bar? I am going to try it. And about your son trying meat if you like there this meat called chuck meat and if made out of fermented tofu and according to my neighbor who is vegan and you must have a business to buy it. but you do and it’s pricey but he might like it at least to try. Watch you all the time take care Happy Holidays!

[@pbwithjeremy]

Hi Eileen, Thank you so much for your thoughtful message and for following our channel-it means a lot to know that you enjoy watching our family and that our content resonates with you! Congratulations on being vegan for four years-that’s such a fantastic journey, and it’s wonderful that you’re always looking for ways to eat healthier. Derek Sarno, Healthy Vegan Eating, and La Covina de Milagros are all great resources! I love how there’s always something new to learn in the vegan world, whether it’s creative salt substitutes like wine, vinegar, or lemon juice, or exciting new ingredients like that fermented tofu-based chuck meat you mentioned. It sounds intriguing-I’ll have to look into it! I hope you enjoy the granola bar recipe-it’s a favorite around here and one that even my picky eaters request regularly. Wishing you and your loved ones a very happy holiday season, and thanks again for taking the time to reach out!

[@jillduncan2971]

When is the cook book coming out. I ordered the pre ordered one. Got an email from you to order one when I all ready did. Just want to know what’s going on

[@pbwithjeremy]

Hi Jill! Sorry for the late reply. We sent several messages out to people around the release date - perhaps it ended up on your spam folder? Please e-mail me and we'll sort if out!

[@jillduncan2971]

@@pbwithjeremy I got it thank you so much. I enjoying it so much. I know how to cook beans right now. Thank you all the great recipes.😆

[@Bernadine111]

Vegan chefs like @DerekSarnoChef do a really great job as ambassadors. Maybe show your instructor what one of his juicy mushrooms steaks looks like. The future of culinary arts. No Lab grown meat for me, not for the health of it.

[@pbwithjeremy]

Agreed!

[@tracyhuckaby5876]

I have been vegan for almost 10 years, and when I I got eggs, beef, and fish by accident in something I ate, I became very ill. Over the years, I haven't accidentally had chicken.

[@pbwithjeremy]

Yup - It's pretty rare that it happens, but people so often forget what they put into food sometimes

[@vickiolson]

I am interested in you doing a lab meat video.

[@senang2day524]

Apparently that teacher isn't aware of the fact that the world's best Michelin Star-rated restaurant Eleven Madison Park in New York went succesfully totally plantbased!

[@pbwithjeremy]

Exactly

[@PawLet_144]

What's the one question that you are surprised no one has ever asked you?

[@hidden909]

Wouldn’t lab grown meat be great for pet food? And some people who really want meat. I think it’s a great idea

[@pbwithjeremy]

I do think it has a good purpose in a world that's not likely to go entirely plant-based

[@theresamacdonald6993]

I agree with you about the lab grown meat. Probably just adding more chemicals to the protein from an animal source. Maybe more research needs to be done. But not on me!

[@pbwithjeremy]

Me either!

[@maryannwabalas510]

It is so interesting how we all come to veganism from different points of view. You said multiple times in this video that you did not do it for the animals but for health reasons. The only reason I am vegan is because of the animals. I was vegetarian for so long and did not realize how cruel the dairy industry was. Once I came to that realization that was it for me 100% vegan.

[@pbwithjeremy]

Thank you so much for sharing your perspective. It’s fascinating how veganism draws people in for such diverse reasons-whether it’s for health, the environment, or, as in your case, for the animals. I completely respect and admire your dedication to the ethical side of it. While my journey started with health, I’ve learned so much along the way about the broader implications, including the realities of the dairy industry. Everyone’s path is different, but I think we all contribute to the same bigger picture-creating a kinder, more compassionate world. Thank you for being part of that! ❤️

[@aguedaspencer9738]

😂 contri-beautifufufull. My new favorite word.

[@pbwithjeremy]

haha :)

[@gaBetibu]

. . . I luvvvv it, too.... your creative gifts are never-ending, Jeremy...love, love, love it . . . 😊😊😊

[@Debbieltg]

Can you give some tips on how you lost weight? I have been eating vegan for almost a year and my weight is the same (which in itself is a victory) because I don’t count calories or anything. But I would like to lose about 10 pounds

[@pbwithjeremy]

Will trty to talk about this soon - but try looking at the video I made about Atomic Habits

[@jontim7667]

í feel failing because when I eat healthy I feel like there is less fun... so then when I am tired I eat some junk and that turns in to eating days of junk and then when I try to eat healthy again it tastes so wrong/not good. I should do better, but when you tired and your body feels two times older then you are it is hard to even get up.. loveJoyce

[@pbwithjeremy]

Thank you for sharing how you’re feeling-it’s so common to struggle with balance, especially when life feels exhausting. Remember, you’re not failing; you’re navigating a tough situation. Start small-keep easy, healthy options on hand like pre-chopped veggies or soup, and focus on adding good things rather than subtracting. It’s okay to enjoy some junk food; the goal isn’t perfection, it’s progress. Taste buds adjust, so ease back into healthy eating with flavors you enjoy. Most importantly, be kind to yourself-you’re doing your best, and that’s enough. You can work on eliminating the junk food over time.

[@gaBetibu]

​@@pbwithjeremy. . . so wisely & beautifully said, Jeremy. . . you're such a beautiful soul . . . God Bless You So Much...🥰🥰🥰

[@jontim7667]

@@pbwithjeremy you are so kind.. thanks..

[@magalissantiago2817]

Why would someone be picked on for beig pescatarian mist people eat fish?

[@edgeveg]

I think Wooly doesn't have time for housework because she's too busy doing the dishes.

[@pbwithjeremy]

haha true!

[@1101naomi]

I had no idea the kids were pescatarians. How did that come about?

[@pbwithjeremy]

That's how I ate before I went fully plant-based, so it's how they were raised. They largely eat the way I do, but we don't force them to. They are their own people.

[@1101naomi]

@ ah. I see. I thought you two went wfpb when they were toddlers. I misunderstood.

[@pattiannepascual]

I would not touch that gmo lab meat experiment 🤮

[@magalissantiago2817]

Why not, if it stop the slaughter of billions of animals?

[@DoloresVassallo]

NO - GROSS - LAB MEATS. Your answer was spot on.

[@magalissantiago2817]

So it's better to breed and slaughter billions of animals?

[@magalissantiago2817]

Do they know all the dangerous of sea food on their health and especialy the planet, its strange that you do it for those thing but are ok with them eating that. Also why not care about the animals? Just asking.

[@JuicyHumanoid]

Hey PB with J, Any chance you can review The Complete Vegan Cookbook by The Natural Gourmet Institute?

[@pbwithjeremy]

Added to the list. I already know I'm going to make fun of the title of the book... nothing is complete!