Health is #1

[@Ryan-sb2tw]

I agree so much with this philosophy. I used to have a dominos pizza 1x a week, and the next day I felt like shit, inflammation and even breathing issues the next day. Ever since I’ve been eating clean my life has improved astoundingly.

[@AlexLeonidas]

One of my most important videos yet. Enjoy!

[@stijnthonen9935]

I am so glad that somebody in the fitnesscomunity is paying atention to this. Unhealthy eating lifestyle is in my opinion one of the biggest issues we face. Yet most people aren't aware of it. Tank you Alex for making this video!!

[@1028802828]

One of the best videos you've ever done. Pro Bodybuilders are like apples. Nice on the outside but rotten inside.

[@PhilFitworldexposed]

Rotten on the outside too tbh

[@huynhlam24129]

Dorian Gray

[@2010ColinD]

You're an absolute pleasure to have as part of the lifting community. Thank you bro! People need to be informed. I really admire your transparency with your following! Health and longevity is and always should be #1

[@knifetricks4373]

I think its a good thing a strenght athlete is talking about stuff like this, its always the the skinny yoga guy talking about health, a guy like you sharing this kind of stuff is more relatable to most people, keep up the good work

[@PG.Coaching]

Had to give this one another listen man, powerful gems in here. This message will never get old

[@38Fanda]

vegan buffet collab pls?

[@MichaelShammasSSC]

Cholesterol stuff aside, 1. Remove processed foods 2. Increase micronutrient intake 3. Do cardio This is some of the most important and most overlooked advice out there. I can’t believe it took this long for this video to pop up in my feed after I’ve watched what feels like most of your lifting videos.

[@callumcourtney13]

So much respect for you making this video man. You’ve done what so many others won’t and spoken the truth despite the risk of disillusioning the nay-sayers in your audience. Truth over all else, you’re the realest in the game

[@Gigaflare8822]

Vegan Gains is going to love the fact that you said we shouldn't look at studies funded by the egg industry. I do, too.

[@xrystofersoule5119]

We should. We can expose them for what they are.

[@reynardfox24]

Dude I have no idea how you've affected my habits and my mentality that much, one of the best and most valuable channels out here! Keep it up bro, this community needs you !

[@moveless]

Glad to see this turnaround in your stances and choices. We've got a lot of work to do changing the food/exercise culture of the industry and world at large so huge props to you for spreading the word (that you're already getting trolled for).

[@SamGhareeba]

Getting a bit of the old passionate alpha in this video. Nice

[@trotseberber]

Healthdestiny. Your the only one that preaches health Which makes your Chanel Unique. A lot of people dont think about it untill They lose it then They Will really know the value of being healthy

[@ramsesvr2849]

I understand the mindset of an unhealthy died and steroids. It's a 'fast way of getting to your goals', but that's not what fitness is about. Fitness is about the long run and your body is the progress. It would be a shame if at the end of the line, the body would be the one that suffers.

[@reflection8599]

Its crazy how something basic and simple like this video has people whining and opposing this message. Good video.

[@ozentheimmovable2216]

Haven't been hitting the weights lately, and just focusing on calisthenics and cardio. I'll still lift here and there though. Keeping the diet clean too. I've leaned out and I look alot better in the cheekbones. Didn't know I had puffy cheeks until a good friend told me that I looked leaner. Upper body muscles also pop out more since I'm leaner. This is 100x better than being a big bulky bodybuilder. Just wanted to share. Have a great day bois

[@ozentheimmovable2216]

@Rheor forreal. Also takamura is the man.

[@Joshcaldwell24]

I'm open to the idea but you should do a video of a full day of eating so we get some ideas on timing and what not

[@HiHowAreYouuuuuuuuuuuuuu]

Josh Caldwell he won’t do it dude. He’s literally been saying he’s gonna do it for over 2 years, and he’s been saying he’s gonna do vegan cooking videos for over 8 months

[@Joshcaldwell24]

@@HiHowAreYouuuuuuuuuuuuuu that's unfortunate I would be open to listen but I agree idk why people don't ever show a full day of it and other options of how they typically eat. Is it like a huge secret?

[@carlosmelendez9430]

U could try looking up vegan physic he does body building vegan meal prep with high protein and all that good channel

[@HiHowAreYouuuuuuuuuuuuuu]

Josh Caldwell he probably doesn’t see it as a “alpha” video

[@camsfitness1745]

The problem with today is people are promoting "if it fits your macros" bullshit. Fitness is about being fit and healthy. While I'm not a vegan and do eat meat, I still workout eating healthy like old fashioned oats, fruits, vegetables, etc. I don't really like eggs.

[@ABABABABABABABABABABBBBBB]

Camsfitness vegan isn't necessarily more healthy... if you are vegan and you need supplements obviously your diet lacks something a meat eater doesn't lack

[@camsfitness1745]

@@ABABABABABABABABABABBBBBB true. I don't have anything against vegans though. But I don't think it would fit me.

[@ottovuorio382]

@@ABABABABABABABABABABBBBBB Exactly, *if.* Yeah, a vegan diet can be shitty. But how much are we gonna blame on veganism? Just because some bad diet happens to be plant based, doesn't mean all plant based diets are bad. And where do you think herbivores get all of our must-have nutrients that their bodies contain? Animals cannot produce nutrients, that's just chemistry.

[@paulmarchel589]

Bro give us some calorie dense healthy recipes! Like if you agree

[@AJ_Creative]

you are my life coach now lol....old age sucks, i worked at a retirement home in the kitchen and got to see what that was like for elderlys, i was also a Home Health Aid for a while, the day i had to wipe an old mans ass because he couldnt care for himself was the day i understood the importance of health. i wanted to be healthy so that if i were to live to get that old i would still be able to wipe my own ass, i never want to be so weak i have to experience someone wiping my ass for me. thats actually a true story of the birth of my health motivation lol

[@oliviafagin293]

People have a six pack but have bad digestion, bad skin, bad smell, bad energy, bad joint pain, bad recovery time, and people still think they're healthy... smh

[@heismysavior21]

Spot on. A much needed message in the fitness community. Keep dropping those truth bombs 👍🌱💪

[@documentinganti-whitebias1539]

You mean lie bombs?

[@vedaskies12]

I work at an Italian restaurant and i have to see coworkers and people eat horrible processed food on the daily. My favorite is when the scrawny younger workers proudly exclaim i can eat as much of this and not gain a pound, its like yeah i'm sure you couldn't gain any muscle with that crap either, congrats on not getting enough micro nutrients? The sad thing about the (SAD) diet is most people don't know how awful it is I've seen so many people blow up in their mid-20's after drinking and eating bad and the fact is most of them don't know how bad processed foods, sugars and oils are on our bodies. Our generation needs a PSA of more fruit and veggies less cheese and processed junk, and exercise or we will be dieing sooner than our parents generation.

[@AlexLeonidas]

Well said brother

[@pretendpilot4943]

Trash food at meets is so true I remember a kid eating a bag of chips literally right after weigh ins at a wrestling meet

[@HotFrags]

Been hoping for this type of video from you. Thank you so much for finally addressing all these crucial yet under looked points Alex my respect for you continues to rise brother, especially since your addressing topics that are extremely controversial knowing they can potential end in you receiving tons of back lash much love.

[@AlexLeonidas]

Thank you too brother 👊

[@Stan_mile]

true... i tested on myself, just 1 week with junk food, after that week i needed 2 weeks to get back, all i get is depression, fat, tiredness... all bad things

[@isiahcurry1593]

Holy shit dude. I haven’t sat down and watched a single video from this guy in months, and here he’s grown out a full-on mane. Where has the time gone.

[@yeayea8448]

alpha vegan gains

[@Pedro_Le_Chef]

Sigma gains

[@jamiegreyy]

Totally agree with you my friend. I think if you did some diet videos. Showing your shopping list, maybe some recipes.. That would go down a treat with your viewers I think.

[@frikenchiken3202]

this video is fucking amazing , i hope you dont get alot of backlash from this because theres so much damn truth in this video

[@anthonyesposito7144]

Omar says eat your frkin vegtables

[@jasonalbano5052]

Wish someone would have told me this stuff 10 years ago. Outstanding video.

[@TJ_G]

glad you addressed the cholesterol deniers, great video keep up the amazing content alex!

[@reneyone2609]

Anyone else thinks he looks like Che Guevara here?

[@ejc5105]

For those looking for a super easy way to add more vegetables to their diet, I highly recommend investing in a high quality blender (i.e. Vitamix). Just toss some kale, carrots, bok choy, etc. in there, add a little fruit, maybe some protein powder, and a fat like coconut milk (if you are drinking this as a meal replacement; you need fat to absorb the vitamins). I just turned 30, but all the vegetables I've added to my diet over the past few months has led to me having more stable energy and making PRs in the gym. Of course, adding more vegetables to your diet doesn't mean you can still eat lots of junk food, but blending your vegetables greatly reduces the prep time and effort needed to eat vegetables.

[@olivierlazure5720]

yeah that seems like a great idea, I'll try that out, I've been feeling very tired lately. I remember in older videos when Alex mentioned often that he would drink fruit and greens smoothies every night to get all his micronutrients. I guess I should try that out, maybe it will give me the energy I have been seeking for many years.

[@heroofthesurface5920]

Beans and oatmeal are cheap asf and can taste great

[@AlexLeonidas]

Absolutely bro

[@AlexLeonidas]

Beans taste incredible bro. I eat them on a regular basis with great enjoyment. Just gotta add the right ingredients and season correctly.

[@joocypaleorc2149]

Beans take a long time to prepare though unless it is Canned beans

[@heroofthesurface5920]

2 hours in a pressure cooker and you can do anything you want till times up even if you forget them it keeps them warm

[@galacticeagle9336]

That's slave food if you want to eat cheap and nutritous drink 24-36 raw eggs a day and eat raw ground muscle meat

[@william_159]

S: Standard A: American D: Diet

[@StevenIuele98]

So fucking glad someone with your knowledge and reach is putting this info out man! I try to tell people this all the time but most people are happy with looks and really don’t give a shit about longevity or health

[@J21-j9v]

The coconut oil and egg thing has studies proving they are good and studies proving they are bad- There is no 100% conclusion to this yet so I just have 1 egg a day and I fry turkey in like half a spoon of coconut oil. But the cardio/ steroid points I agree with.

[@Tiago-ox6cw]

Eggs have cholesterol and saturated fat, they are not healthy.

[@curtsk19]

the studies showing they are good are funded by the industry

[@xrystofersoule5119]

Here is how those industries use flawed studies to confuse you. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKbFg3eMmbV-r7c

[@curtsk19]

@@SweetenedCondensedMilk lol, except it isnt, you do realise that most grain is fed to livestock......

[@DrAdnan]

When is AlphaRecipes dropping?

[@trundlegod6929]

I don't understand why this video gets so many dislikes. I agreed with most of what you said. That being said, people have different goals. Your goals might be alot different to someone elses. And not everyone 'cares' about living a long life, some value a higher quality of a shorter life over a long one. All in all though, great video. Like your passion. Subscribed.

[@akuma2892]

*Super Mang* Some people wanna remain ignorant.

[@AlexLeonidas]

People love hearing good things about their bad habits. Welcome aboard brother.

[@3dTank]

The reason a lot of bodybuilders eat like crap is because it's nearly impossible to eat a lot of fruit and veggies with the calorie requirements they have. Stuff like cucumbers, tomatoes, spinach and broccoli have extremely low calories and are pretty filling. Have you tried eating 4000 calories of purely healthy food every day? Most people's stomachs can't fit it because, let's face it, it's not natural to eat this much unless you're extraordinarily tall. I'm pretty light (65 KG-178cm) and I have kept losing weight ever since I cut refined sugar from my diet (started off at around 78 KG). According to a calculator, my metabolism is around 1680 calories a day, and I tried eating ~2200 and I still didn't gain weight (everything was measured carefully to avoid mistakes). I just couldn't eat more than that without adding garbage or heavily cutting my fruits and veggies, which I refuse to do just for the sake of having some extra muscle. As Alpha said, health comes first.

[@Beansicus]

Sacrificing gains is a concept that a lot of people need to get a hold of. Not to say they aren't important but are they worth health, social life, productivity, or whatever else? Not to mention dismorphia is horrible and impacts everyone at every level at least a little.

[@Witcherworks]

Good job AD. You have changed over the years in a great way! Can't wait for the trolls to start making video's and exposing themselves.

[@JFreez]

This throws a huge wrench in the wheel of KZbin fitness and I am all about it. I’ve always struggled to gain weight so I have a TON of milk and cheese and I’m going to be honest my health has suffered. Time to change my diet even if I lose some of my muscle, it’s worth it.

[@yeayea8448]

you don't have to lose muscle. just plan your diet right

[@ivansandvall477]

I’m 14. Thank you for providing positive influence Alex. ❤️👍💪🏻

[@GutGains]

He's wrong though.

[@crazydude7160]

Do not go plant based at 14. EAT EAT EAT

[@folksurvival]

Don't be fooled by the Vegan agenda buddy.

[@neox9369]

Nothing but Facts bro🤜🏾💯 Many of these simple minded Jay Cutler meat head fans will reject and mock what you are saying. However keep awakening those who are listening and need this truth. Like they say, the truth hurts and this is the reality of the misinformation pertaining to what is actually healthy. Also these people in the US are living longer on meds and with Ill health/wellbeing

[@MISFITNESS-x]

City with longest life span currently, worldwide: Hong Kong Dietary staples: fish and meat

[@Catholic_Totty]

Thanks for the video Alex! Been trying to change my perception of 'health' around for the past month & I feel great already!

[@RandomKinect1]

Moderation is key. Gotta enjoy life. What is the point of adding years to your life, when you are not adding life to your years?

[@H3c171]

enjoy eating healthy and stop being a pussy

[@trevorsharp460]

Healthspan, not lifespan. My grandparents waited out 4 years to die, bedridden. My grandfather prayed for it every so often. Granted, I think healthspan is largely stuff like micros, unprocessed, whole grains, exercise of all kinds, stress relief . . . But we shouldn't live as if every year is worth it. The first year of life is pretty shitty, and for most people the last ones are too, and they don't have to be.

[@begogamastar5502]

Sir LanceLot You can eat tasty shit tgat are not mc donalds meat chese and eggs too.There are so many plants and fruits and grains and starches.And there are a fuck ton of recipes

[@xrystofersoule5119]

People who eat animal products in moderation get dietary diseases in moderation. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGfRl2ytmqajZs0

[@no-yj2cf]

My life. (Be skinny>dirty bulk>get fat>cut>look dyel>clean bulk>water fast>look & feel good>maintain.)

[@anonymousanonymous156]

I am not a fan of steroids. I never had an anabolic steroid in my life. Steroids are unhealthy and can also make you more injury prone

[@rollingknuckleball]

Hi Alex, could you do a day of eating or a video covering your favorite meals to make. Would be appreciated greatly. Thanks ! :)

[@omarmamood3256]

On my first days pf training I used to train with the traditional bro split eat too much egg whites, chicken breasts, milk, whey protein I was lean but my strength and immunity were shit I switched to full body workouts, true diet eating more fruits/veggies/nuts and I got strong and feel more healthy and energetic

[@VeganV5912]

Duke of Haphazard Fecal matter in meat and cheese et cetera, 26 cities, they all had poop 💩 100%💩🥩🍕🥓🤢🤮🤮🤮 kzbin.info/www/bejne/eWrbq3d9gZilg7M . Five minutes. Yuck

[@sfgigantes8]

“All processed food is cancerous” * post a meal with 10 servings of pasta 6/7 days of the weeek on Instagram Ooooooooooof

[@farhanpiruzdelan5761]

Gaining muscle is just one piece of the puzzle

[@thomasparg1981]

Great channel man, just found it today. Almost 4 years plant based and going strong over here!

[@Flau1990]

Hey Alex, I think you should reflect a little on what you said in this video. Yes, consuming high amounts of fat can/does increase certain kinds of cholesterol, but on the other hand, high dietary cholesterol has no causal impact on blood cholesterol. Cholesterol is, among other, a transport mechanism for fat. If you consume a lot of fat at once, you need a lot of transport-molecules. This is not necessarily a bad thing. The study you linked is very old and feature a diet that consist of high amounts of fat COMBINED with high amounts of carbs. Newer studies show that triglycerides levels or molecule sizes seem to be more important. The studies are based on the observation of cholesterol at inflamed areas. The cholesterol is a symptom, not the cause of the inflammation. You should reduce inflammation (the cause) in the first place. You are essentially arguing that everyone who follows a Ketogenic diet is unhealthy, which is simply not true. There are lots of new and great studies on this topic, which you seem to ignore. You have a solid base of knowledge on many things. But biochemistry is a very complex matter, you shouldn't jump to conclusions too fast. This does NOT mean that you shouldn't have a basis of vegetables and fruit. Processed foods are generally bad. We have some fantastic KZbin Channels in Germany on those topics you named. They explain in great details why SARMS are bad for you and how. But they also explain why a fat-based diet can be good for you .

[@SlimeyGodzillaGamer]

no you have no idea what your talking about dietary cholesterol increases blood choelsterol.. This is already known. HENCE PEOPLE HAVE HIGH CHOLESTEROL. look at the reserach. your studies are flawed or funded. ill link you some metas. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/1534437, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18348715, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/9001684 --- watch vegan gains

[@SlimeyGodzillaGamer]

jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/fullarticle/1134845

[@SlimeyGodzillaGamer]

www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/9001684

[@SlimeyGodzillaGamer]

www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15955547

[@SlimeyGodzillaGamer]

have a good day

[@ericp1470]

I’m 19 with a freaky fast metabolism. I’ve gone vegan and vegetarian for months at a time and have cut out all processed foods. The issue is I practically evaporator muscle mass. The second I introduce junk food and a more “meathead” diet I literally blow up. The dirty bulk works wonders for me physically but then I feel like a piece of shit after a month or two -similar to your experience

[@SIIKAP1]

Why not just eat all whole foods and meats... But skip the junk.

[@ucchi9829]

Lower your protein. No protien powders. Youll eat alot more bro.

[@texmexspm]

Sounds like a calorie deficiency when being plant Based. Either eat more legumes and avocados. I mean huge bowls big ass meals. Still don't blow up? Add minimally processed foods like Ezekiel bread, crunchy peanut butter low sodium. No excuses to go back and eating like a savage if you got access to a grocery store.

[@SIIKAP1]

@@texmexspm nah, it's a protein deficiency. I was whole foods vegan for a year and a half, eating over 3000 calories daily, and still gradually losing muscle mass. And yes, I ate plenty of beans and seeds, etc. I ditched the vegan train and now I'm no longer deteriorating, and I don't need over 3000 calories anymore either.

[@texmexspm]

@@SIIKAP1 it could be a lack of protein. It's hard gaining on whole foods plantbased diet but still sounds like an excuse to me. If you're not building on 3000 calories than jump another 500- 1000 just like any other diet. If you're not gaining than eat more. Body builder Barney duplessis mentioned in an interview he had to eat an additional 1000-2000 calories when he switched to a plantbased diet. I can see why it may be attractive to just give up an go back to the old diet that seems more convenient. Just comes down to how strong your will is and how dedicated you are to building your body on the least deaths and pollution. Some people don't care. I think it's worth it in the long run. Just an opinion

[@starfeel6127]

Oh so eggs are bad now. Can't wait till next year when eggs are considered good again. Also, our bodies actually need cholesterol, it plays a vital part in keeping cells together and many other functions. The more dietary cholesterol we eat, the less serum cholesterol our bodies make. It says in the study that you linked.

[@gogo-su6hr]

Lol what? Cholesterol is not an essential nutrient. The cholesterol we need is the one our body synthesises not the added dietary one. The study mentions that when dietary cholesterol is 0 and you add any cholesterol your serum cholesterol rises fast and the more you add the slower it rises that why there is a hyperbolic curve.

[@byReZio]

Your body makes his own cholesterol.

[@Tiago-ox6cw]

Dietary cholesterol and saturated fats are not good for you.

[@galacticeagle9336]

Cholesterol and Fat is good for you that's what your body is made out of if you couldn't tolerate cholesterol and fat it would be like being allergic to yourself

[@xrystofersoule5119]

@@galacticeagle9336 An argument for the gullible to rationalize the consumption of animal products.

[@AngelitoParada]

Going plant-based was the best decision I've ever made.

[@GutGains]

Your life must be a train-wreck.

[@NorkusMartynas]

@Gut Gains Get out

[@galacticeagle9336]

Veganism is the most unatural diet. You should watch the youtube channel "Sv3rige"

[@Ash12428]

Christian Kanitz god isn't real.

[@brianyousef5764]

@@galacticeagle9336 Your a fucking idiot that nimwhit eats raw rotten meat whats wrong with you? Let me guess should I eat rotten meat? Or plants...Must be a hard decision for your dumb ass. The internet is also unnatural why dont you go play outside like most children should be doing.

[@windhammer1237]

The first wealth is health!

[@goodguymario]

Alex I'm still waiting on your latest diet breakdown video. You mentioned it throughout the years that you have gone 100% plant based and I want to hear how you typical meals look like and your reasoning. Health is wealth after all :)

[@Csorbanorbertjanos]

Guys I think I just figured out that for some people such as me its not only about physical health and don’t be surprised that bad health habits will lead to depression and then you will think you have all kinds of mental diseases. Dont learn it the hard way reduce immflamation and you will feel amazing.

[@Ethan-Relearning-Movement]

Absolutely agree health should be the primary goal. Education is hopefully key to ending unhealthy perspectives, so I'm glad you're spreading this message. Keep kicking ass dude. To me diet seems like a tricky subject as there are so many conflicting opinions (outside of the basics (calories, macros) ). Feels like a long road to learning what works for me and what doesn't.

[@ancestralwisdom448]

All due respect, all of the studies I have seen which indicate dietary cholesterol is bad for heart health have several flaws: 1. Not differentiating between HDL and HDL (if you eat 8 eggs, and your cholesterol increases, it is HDL, which prevents heart disease) 2. Having ridiculously small sample sizes 3. Not charting other important variables like food preparation method, time span, etc...

[@ancestralwisdom448]

@@petermolenaar6670 ​ @Peter Molenaar I agree that there is a lot to be discussed in that regard, but I get most of my cholesterol from my own free range chicken eggs, my own sheep milk, and from animals that I hunt. Some people might have ethical issues with some of those sources, but I don't, and the environmental impact of each is positive, not negative. What you said MOST DEFINITELY applies to conventional agricultural, and even industrial organic practices though.

[@huntster4000]

1 ) if you eat eggs sure, you have a tiny increase in hdl BUT you also have a massive increase in ldl ( if your ldl isn't already through the roof ) and i have not seen a single sound piece of data proving that elevating hdl negates the negative effects of elevated ldl, not a single piece of data. 2 ) just because a study doesn't have thousands of participants doesnt mean the study is invalid. For example : a clinical intervention study OR a clinical observation study. Both of these study designs cannot support hundreds or thousands of participants due to the nature of the study. Its to expensive to track all these people but the findings are still accurate even if its only 10 or more participants. I can show you an example of each if you desire it? 3 ) most sound methodology studies do actually track the variables and factor them in. My question is - have you found any data showing elevating hdl proving to negate the negative effects of elevated ldl choleaterol? As I said, I have never found anything of the sort.

[@ancestralwisdom448]

@@huntster4000 Hey! As with any topic these days, the truth is pretty complex. Without being a nutritionist, I don't pretend to know the definitive truth, but hopefully a conversation with you will help bring me a little closer to the truth. A few ideas/questions which complicate things, some of which lead me towards my opinion. 1. Could eggs be bad for some people and not others depending on their genetics, their lifestyles, the rest of their diets, and what types of eggs they eat? 2. Indigenous diets based on high cholesterol foods (Inuit for example) seems to contribute to as low an incidence of disease as indigenous diets which are mostly vegetarian. Because of this, I tend toward traditional diets, which have produced healthy, disease free populations (this can include egg free, or egg abundant diets) 3. It seems as if healthy people without inflammatory issues can eat as many eggs as they want without negative incidence. Anecdotal evidence is obviously not reliable, but I have been eating 5-10 eggs a day, every day, from the time I was 18-37, as well as drinking whole milk, heavy cream, and eating a lot of meat (all organic, pasture raised, or, very often, eggs from my own backyard chickens, and meat which I hunted myself), and my bloodwork is stellar. I am not an anomaly in this regard either. It seems as if industrial, modern diets are unhealthy, not the foods themselves. 4. Many studies are biased (funded the Egg industry, for example) 5. There are no studies on either side, in fact, no nutritional studies at all which take into account the myriad factors which could influence results. I found this interesting article, which seems unbiased, and which summarizes many of the pertinent studies from both sides. What do you think? www.stopbeingconfusedabouthealth.com/eggs-raise-cholesterol-myth/

[@mrgaberama]

Alex you’re the man dude. As a 19 year old young man working on improving myself seeing your growth throughout your videos is real inspiring man. Keep it up 👍

[@ME-xh5zq]

10:30 also if drugs and bad lifestyle choices don't kill you early, they still reduce the number of healthy years of your life

[@AlexLeonidas]

Exactly

[@twintorres1]

I know it harms my body but i see more benefits in taking drugs

[@mushypotatoes5906]

So glad to see a fitness channel that's on point. Whole foods plant based high starch! Don't fall into the grass fed deception.

[@Diegoaub]

Tl;dr Eat veggies, Don’t do roids, Live longer

[@top2737]

Alex please make a video on what you are eating on daily basis and give us some specific directions.

[@AlexLeonidas]

check me out on IG instagram.com/outalpha/

[@kingkseries17]

Now THAT is great content. I could not agree more. I really hope this video goes super viral if that’s even a term. Keep it up brother. Not all hero’s wear capes.

[@TrillzMMA]

you need to make a video how to shop for plant based food diet, what to avoid and other tips.

[@timmythistle6615]

I'm 100% with you on this one Alex. Controversial topic for the wimps who fear change. I bet the comments will be harsh on this one but that will just prove that you're on board bro.

[@AlexLeonidas]

Thanks Tommy. No doubt there will be some deniers, but that doesn't matter. If this video can impact a select few, then I have succeeded. Much love

[@mr1337viking]

Can you give us an example of how it is like eating plant based on a weekly basis? I find it so hard to make the switch, everyone just say stuff like «eat more beans,» which I don’t find super helpful

[@SPMusic18]

Research a meal or two and start encorporating them a couple times a weeks. It is not as overwhelming if you ease into it with some solid meals. Also think of some things you already eat regularly that can easily become plant based. (Burritos/burrito bowls, pastas, Chilis, soups etcs.)

[@mattrichardson6789]

Well said Alex. This needs to be spoken about more! 👍🏻❤️

[@gunsnposes.363]

the uncensored old school alex, this is what i like...

[@OneOffChannel]

Finally a sensible explanation, support all the way 💪

[@GameYak]

You're a beast for being plant based. A great way to spread the message without people getting triggered

[@folksurvival]

It's a terrible message to spread though.

[@AlexLeonidas]

People are still gonna get triggered though. They love hearing good things about their bad habits.

[@folksurvival]

@brentprodz That was a pointless and childish reply.

[@folksurvival]

@brentprodz No it wasn't. There's no need to lie man.

[@marinriv514]

@brentprodz i feel fkin sorry for him. He is a good guys but this wont end well..

[@handsomesquidward5160]

This video is soo important and always will be. I know a guy who can squat and deadlift into the very high 200's and a high bench But his heart "Isn't pumping at full capacity" (which if you type that in it comes up with heart failure) kidney problems and high blood pressure......And he's only 34 I was strong asf at 95kg - 100kg but goddamn, getting up to that weight just be able to lift more weights in the gym is absolutely not worth it. Weigh 88kg now, lost strength, but feeling healthier, can fall asleep quicker and deeper, doing regular cardio 2,3 times a week. Edit: The guy is still the same weight, I'd say he's about 105/110kg 5'6 dispite his health problems, and he now has to take heart medication.

[@viifittrainer5894]

Even if you don’twant to go full vegan lowering your animal product intake is better for you, doesn’t have to be an all or nothing approach. Just bc you don’t want to be a full vegan doesn’t mean you can’t make little changes

[@AlexLeonidas]

Exactly. Adopting many of these habits will already result in significant life improvements. If one wants to make animal products 10% of their diet, it's a step in the right direction.

[@Larskamo]

I agree with you that health should never be compromised if not absolutely necessary. However I am not as strict as you because I still think the overall quality of life is the #1. What I mean is that it could be very stressful for some people to always have to think about what is healthy and what is not. It could actually negatively affect your mental health even if your physical health would be on point.

[@dougdimmadomeownerofthedim3072]

I agree. I mainly eat plants but have meat on special and rare occasions. Life is too short not to enjoy and indulge with the ones you love.

[@SickMotivationLore]

We were made to eat foods from this planet not fake food or even meat. When you begin to eat like a human you’ll begin to live the life you were created to live not this synthetic life we’ve created and built around us

[@max4wd]

I eat mostly whole plant foods, wild game meat twice per week aswell as some raw butter. Those are all animal products I do. Lots of legumes, starchy veg and dark leafy greens. And I am 16 years old and bulking!

[@jamesevans2507]

wild game meat? You mean dead flesh of innocent sentient beings who wanted to live?

[@max4wd]

@@jamesevans2507 Well I don't buy any factory farmed animal products, yeah you can see hunting in that way. It's sad that you don't understand it. Just saying lots of animals die during grain production. Combines kill rabbits, deer fawns and pheasants. Also agriculture is displacing wildlife. Fruit production in South America for example uses freshwater from rivers therefore those dry out and wildlife has very little to drink. Just please don't think you are eating "cruelty free".

[@jamesevans2507]

you don't know what veganism is. Look up the definition and come back. So your argument is because some collateral damage cannot reasonably be avoided that means we're free to go out and inflict deliberate evil upon billions?

[@SPMusic18]

Curious as to why you don't just cut out the remaining animal products? Basically almost there

[@jamesevans2507]

because he's lying. You think someone who hunts down and kills animals is offered a burger or a pizza on a night out and goes "No thanks, I don't eat factory farmed meat". lol. EDIT: or eats hunted down animals, whatever

[@Aliistrength]

Longevity = steady progress over longer time. No sense having to start and stop all the time due to injury

[@1neomonkey]

Alex - If you created a nutrition e-book, I'd buy it.

[@1neomonkey]

@Alberto Barrera - yes but didn't he write that book before going Vegan?

[@AlexLeonidas]

Yes I'll likely modify that book. Some of it needs updating

[@justinjames1540]

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[@tonyt3838]

Lets face it most people lift to look good and dont really care about the health side of it

[@teuruti55]

Darkness directly under the eyelid is a sign of high testosterone fun fact

[@michaelbatrakov6524]

Thank you for making this video, I started having problems with binging on junk and telling myself it is ok. 12 % body fat with adequate muscle mass. When I started doing weekly binges I started feeling like shit. I will take your advice to heart and follow it. By the way, you are a great role model.

[@stonedoco7455]

Thank you for making this alex

[@skipeveryday7282]

My dad dropped dead of a heart attack two years ago age 48. The simple truth is he ate waaay too much cheese and cheap crap meat and it was 100% preventable.

[@marcelloantoniodreier4795]

This is one of your most important and best video (for me)

[@David-nk7pv]

Health is number 1... lemme do one inch rack pulls with a million pounds, because that's what the doctor recommends for your back,

[@jasam5056]

brahh you only need 1035x3,why u overreacting

[@jasam5056]

if the ROM is 1 inch you are mosly using your glut and hammies,half inch is also debateble

[@felixupsidedown2218]

What exactly is the benefit of a long life if you aren't happy?

[@truthanddesire1291]

his thoughts on the subject are very poor based, although I believe that foods such as lentils, beans and even eating plenty of fruits aids you in longevity, you simply cannot hide the benefits of complete foods : Whole Eggs, Fatty Steak and even some cheese.

[@felixupsidedown2218]

@@truthanddesire1291 what are the benefits of these foods?

[@lol29495]

Dying sooner than your expected lifespan but be happy until then, thats their benefit.

[@lol29495]

But seriously the quality of your food affects more things than your body's health and composition. It even affects your mood (which means your happines too), your phychology and your overall quality of life.

[@chummybup7405]

He linked a very large Meta-Analysis. What did you do? Call cheese and fatty steak "complete foods." lol

[@isaiahrobinson1412]

This is spot on. The only fitness youtuber that is woke

[@ucchi9829]

Fucking spot on brother.

[@Mrbluefire95]

Just anecdotal evidence on my part, but cardio helps with blood lipids. When I started cardio regularly years ago, my cholesterol dropped from over the recommended limit to normal levels. If you’re going to eat worse foods, do more cardio because it alleviates some of the damage.

[@tikfok]

The thing that sucks is It’s almost impossible to hit calories not eating processed foods for me and it’s also very cheap

[@AlexLeonidas]

I understand brother

[@odiido8722]

If you are struggling with healthy eating and hitting calories, I highly suggest blending avocados with water for a healthier alternative to oil shots.

[@prestonlane4900]

No cardio and sarm crew checking in!

[@liftforlife9124]

Health may be number 1 BUT if you eat healthy 99% of the time and your cardio is good, then having a treat once a week/month is not a bad thing in my opinion. Having a treat or a cheat meal is just as much for the mental well being as it is for the sheer taste and enjoyment of eating a cheat meal.

[@comanabel]

Wtf bruh ??