Healthy, Fit & Vegan | How We Eat Differently

[@Simnettnutrition]

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[@johnsmith-zf1fd]

Greger says not to eat spirulina, might want to check that out bro

[@kimchernecky1106]

Crystal's giggling always makes me smile ☺️

[@winnersofchampions]

Yeah me too. She's super adorable.

[@harshshah2791]

She's almost all the time smiling

[@Conus426]

You guys are absolute legends. Becoming vegan was the best decision i've ever made.

[@Mica.Mystical]

Crystal is spot on by not working out fasted! Dr. Stacy Sims on an Andrew Huberman episode a few days ago stated that women should Not exercise fasted, and should eat within 30 minutes of waking up to combat harmful spikes of cortisol 🤙🏻 So dope!

[@annapacheco5996]

I loved this video. As a Costco employee of over 25 years I’m so glad to see that you find so many great vegan options there 👍👍👍👍

[@Simnettnutrition]

Costco is the best!

[@tracistickler]

Can these items often be found throughout the US? Does each city vary?

[@benl3738]

I love how you edited the pickleball footage. The slow mo’s, the hardcore sounding music, and the occasional “plink” of the paddles hitting the ball. 😂

[@Simnettnutrition]

thank you so much, it was so fun to edit!

[@deannaconway3762]

Came here to say this too! But we never found out who won 🤔

[@angeliquechurilla121]

Hello, new to my fitness journey here! Where is thd best place to get the soy curls? ​@@Simnettnutrition

[@maxthurlow6341]

Agreed!!

[@judeskingsbury5549]

Agree‼️👏👏

[@gvon1989]

i feel Crystal in every way when it comes to food: don't like to cook, whatever is quickest to make is my go to, leftovers all the time works for me 😂

[@bethu3981]

Team Crystal here...love eating leftovers/concoctions of what I already have in the fridge!!

[@debbiepalmer1094]

OMG, your kitty in the garden bed is the cutest!! 😍

[@Simnettnutrition]

Thank you! She LOVES the sun!

[@deafosho]

@@Simnettnutrition the shot of her in the strawberry patch was so idyllic 😂someone needs to paint it

[@thatgirlmarkie]

I’ve been watching your videos on repeat and hoping for one like this. It makes me feel motivated and less alone as I am a woman looking to build muscle on a vegan diet. Thanks Derek and Crystal. I appreciate your work and an extra shout out to Crystal for her participation. You two are an inspiration!

[@waterloobicycleworks]

“There’s definitely hair in there now…and some other stuff” 🤣🤣

[@LAKSHMIANGELES]

@debbiec6216 HI, YOU DIDN'T NOTICE THAT YOU'RE WRITING UNDER SOMEONE ELSE'S COMMENT. I SUGGEST YOU COPY IT AND DELETE IT FROM HERE AND THEN PASTE IT ON THE MAIN PAGE OR UNDER DEREK'S COMMENT.😉 I SURE HOPE YOU GET BETTER.💪🏼🙏🏼 🌺☮️💟🌺

[@debbiec6216]

@@LAKSHMIANGELES I am very sorry and thank you for letting me know. I do appreciate it . Have a Great Day / Evening .

[@hollyk.3317]

I love Crystal’s laugh. She always seems so happy! Thanks for keeping it real. No everyone in the house eats the same. IRL.

[@EvenSoItIsWell]

I look forward to your videos every week! It is always nice when Crystal can join you.

[@Simnettnutrition]

Thank you so much!

[@bobbihowell4235]

So happy to see Crystal's meals too 🤩 I love all your videos but am definately a fan of seeing Crystals day of eating, makes me so happy to see another person that would just eat the same meal twice in one day 😅 💚

[@MitchandSophie]

Agreed. I want to make Crystals soy curls. Where did you buy them? I am also in Canada if that helps.

[@simon-gt6ee]

Crystal, thanks for appearing it is always better to see you both x

[@bunnykinsswanson]

God I love your videos! All I've done since being vegan is worry about all the animals suffering and haters and after 2 years I'm still crap at responding to people. You two are soooo positive,you make my brain relax😂

[@BrownEyedGirl331]

We touch nerves and trigger them, they know how terrible the animals suffer they just choose to ignore it, follow your heart, ignore the haters.

[@snezanailic5007]

You guys are so adorable 🥰 Crystal has a very contagious laugh and made me smile the whole time ❤

[@Lexington2009]

I can totally relate to Crystal! I'm good with left overs and prefer easy meals. ☺

[@ceciliacalvin263]

Lettuce is a cool weather crop. Best times of the year to grow them is spring and fall. As for the rest of the plants, gently break apart roots so they can get a firm hold of the soil.

[@myhorse52]

I just love your videos. I think I smile the whole time I watch them. You guys are so refreshing to watch and motivating.

[@Simnettnutrition]

Thank you so much!

[@Nobody-Nowhere]

That "ok lets go" was too real.

[@Simnettnutrition]

glad you liked it, its one of our favourite video/memes lol

[@Nobody-Nowhere]

@@Simnettnutrition Great meme and a professional level execution there

[@Pimjeanpaul]

I was mindblown to find out this meme traveled outside the Netherlands. Never knew it was that big. Amazing.

[@alynawatersmusic]

Honestly, you guys seem like the nicest people and you are the cutest couple and your recipes are on point. I made Crystal’s peanut butter chocolate pie for my husband‘s birthday way back in April and it was just a huge hit with everybody.

[@rachelh1471]

“I sniffed out… a snack” 🤣🤣 I died.

[@tsouthern1901]

New subscriber here and 4 months into my new Whole Foods Plant-based diet. When I first discovered your channel my thoughts were... a KZbin channel produced by a very fit vegan guy, probably wont have much usueful content for a 50-something year old woman, searching for the best way to deal with Hashimoto's and hypothyroidism. But, I was wrong! I really enjoy watching your videos. Seeing a happy couple that enjoys living a vegan lifestyle together gives me hope that there's a special man out there for me, who also enjoys eating plant-based whole foods as much as I do. Thank you, to you and Crystal, for sharing your time and making fun and useful videos for us to watch! Keep doing what you do!

[@PipMiller]

Just a tip: anytime you are replanting/repotting something, dig your fingers up in the soil and roots at the bottom of the plant and spread it all out, then replant it. It helps it grow easier. Love your videos! And yep, am totally Team Crystal on this one. lol

[@nicn4873]

Yes! I love that Crystal's meals are not "perfect looking", but very practical. I would love to see more of what Crystal eats on the regular, just as a fellow female who is still fairly new to working out and trying to gain more muscle while losing fat. Where does one get those soy curls? I've not seen those at my grocery stores in Seattle... I may need to pick some up when I visit Vancouver!

[@Simnettnutrition]

We buy ur soy curls from www.vegansupply.ca!

[@rbthegardennannyllc4219]

@@Simnettnutritionis it the same as tvp?

[@LJay205]

​@@rbthegardennannyllc4219 Im not 100% certain, but i think soy curls are just a type of TVP. So there are other TVPs like pea protein for example.

[@frankie9953]

@@rbthegardennannyllc4219 not really, from what I remember tvp is more like a "sloppy joe" kinda texture 🤮. All I know is that I hate tvp but I love soy curls

[@MluvsT2010]

Since I've been composting and using that dirt my veggies have been growing so good. And all I did was get a new trash can with a lid and put it on my deck. Put a little dirt in it with all my veggie scraps etc and try to stir it about once a day. So easy.

[@veganmeditations]

So cool to see the differences in how you two eat - and loved the gardening bit so much!

[@Mawgbot]

Oh oh - Nasturtium flowers are edible, but the Nasturtium is also an excellent "companion plant" for herb gardens - they attract slugs and insects to feast on them instead of your herbs, AND they repel a whole bunch of beasties from your garden in general! Companion planting is a great concept to look into - like planting Hyssop and oregano next to tomato plants, or echinacea and lavender next to cucumber! Really enjoyed this video, as always. Appreciate the "day in the life"!

[@fairwearth690]

I agree! I found the same last year with nasturtiums in my permaculture gardens. Companion planting is so effective, I'm doing the same not only in my raised garden, but in my container garden as well on my balcony.

[@mmschwartz84]

Hahah! I JUST bought a brand new car for the first time ever in my life (I am 40!) My old car was a 2014, but still had a good Ole CD player... there is nostalgia for those old CDs, especially one you mixed for yourself, ha! Love you guys ❤

[@Simnettnutrition]

haha thanks! enjoy your new car!

[@Mia-dt2iq]

heyy, so my mom is rlly good at keeping herbs and she gave me a great tip: split the herbs that u get from the store into 2 or even 4 parts and wash the dirt off the roots before you plant them into new soil. and if it gets windy where u live, make sure to give them some sort of wind shield so they don’t get damaged.

[@TG-sg4ug]

You guys rock! The cat getting her vit d priceless. The fact the two of you are hungry to eat as you do, and still maintain your physical appearance is amazing. Cheers to you both.

[@heidijeubartist]

I'm the vegan cook in my household, and we love eating together! It's good to see we're not alone in that!

[@Moofus30]

You two are such a beautiful and radiant couple 💗 I loved the gardening content, please give us updates on how things are growing!

[@frankie9953]

I enjoy seeing what Crystal eats, I eat the same way. I don't want to spend lots of time cooking meals, I just want yummy, healthy food that is ready to eat after work so meal prep + eating the same meal is where it's at for me.

[@Joy80JJ]

You guys are a beautiful fun couple. I work out fasted..I feel better with nothing in my belly. I have a 20 yr old Ford.

[@vicstoolsntruths]

You guys crack me up … great video. Your videos are some of the only ones I can watch without wanting to fast forward to the foods … good vibes all around

[@lucy32180]

Vegan food, activities, gardening and fun... perfect vid!!

[@brendafarris7350]

I LOVE Chrystal;s laugh!! She's adorable and her laugh is so fun and lovely and contagious!

[@ashmagardener]

I highly recommend watching The Gardening channel with James Prigiono's, video is "how to build a hoophouse on raised beds." You can use bug netting too. It's a very affordable project. This will help you guys grow more of your dark greens and veggies hopefully next year. Also I recommend looking into vertical gardening for you sustainability goals😊

[@dylankellogg4884]

YES! Best video in awhile! More of these please! This was amazing! Feature "your's and hers" more often.

[@mell8831]

Can I just say how nice it is to see you two as compatible, happy people who enjoy life, movement and health! ❤️ love it..

[@karynwithers504]

I'm the same way Crystal. I am very busy & I do not have the energy to cook every day. After a workout, I drink smoothies.😊

[@katievdbshsh757]

Your morning smoothly had a pretty green color. I haven't started my garden yet either, it's been to rainy.looks like I'm going to buy plants this yr. Your herb garden sounds good. Looking forward to watching you eat those flowers- I can't do that yet. I'm with you, Chrystal, fix enough for several days of leftovers. My husband doesnt like them either. God bless you both from grandma Katie in Oregon

[@renatagp7570]

I just love your videos that go through your day. You are a beautiful couple 😊

[@Sirena860]

I’m no gardening expert, but I have an idea for you. What if you plant the greens in the early spring, when the weather is just barely warming up? Then you could have a little green harvest before planting your summer crops.

[@ingridwilliams3606]

I really enjoyed seeing both meal preps AND seeing you both together happily coexisting 🙏🏾

[@MokeTheory]

Crystal is such a babe, and it’s so nice to see guys laughing and enjoying time together. It’s really sweet and fills my heart❤

[@angelawade1445]

You guys always get me remotivated. Going for a run and some good food. Thank you both. You're my go to favorites and I'm an old lady.

[@Essie-ne3iw]

Helps a lot to see Crystals take on meal preps also. And super stoked on the pickle ball demonstration.

[@meekbeing]

CDs are THE BEST!!!... Thank you for the smiles guys... Good to see you all still together going strong... Chosing Health and Each Other everyday is an Intentional Decisive act. Flex that Decision errday!!! #My2Centz

[@moistprune9994]

I love how much Crystal has grown more and more into a main part of the channel! Such a treat for us viewers and a blessing for you. Lets go!!! 💪💪

[@ioannaa0]

Yes, i am a 24 yo female and i agree with Crystal, a small breakfast makes me feel better through the day. Fasting is great but you need to listen to your body to see what works for you.Your videos always have great energy !

[@vickieveeh]

Same as Crystal !! Food is basically just fuel, so meal prep is the way to go. Makes life so easy.

[@MichelleChouinard]

Adore Crystal's workout skirt! Now I have to go hunt it down because it makes me want to go work out 😍

[@Simnettnutrition]

Her workouts skirts are from Lululemon, it's the court rival skirt in the long length.

[@erins3147]

I’m a Crystal. If I cook for myself, it’s quick and convenient. I eat “nice” stuff when my husband makes it.

[@purpl3Fairyy]

Apparently if you plant cruciferous among a mix of other plants, in a random order it's harder for the pests to recognise the pattern of the leaves, so they won’t land on them as much.

[@auralglory]

Love your videos, and they're even more of a treat when we see Crystal! You two are vegan couple goals ❤❤

[@mmirandaaaax]

Derek’s slight but kind skepticism on Crystals meals was so funny and cute

[@margarett_b]

Now, this is super informational and I really appreciate you two taking the time to film and talk us through your "whys"! Also, I love you so much for keeping it reel - the car water accident and gym struggles were just hilarious! . P.S. I always love the skorts Crystal wears to the gym! No idea why it is generally viewed as a tennis-only thing and it's great to see someone break the stereotypes!

[@doinacampean9132]

You could also grow some cherry tomatoes in that sunny spot. Try lettuce in the shade.

[@dianeschuller]

Thanks for sharing what each of you tends to eat. We have a smoothie every single morning. We make ours with lots of leafy greens (usually kale but also spinach, chard, or carrot tops), often a whole orange (or apple), plus we change up the other frozen fruit so the other frozen fruit we rotate is: frozen mango, pineapple, strawberries, blueberries, mixed berries, or sometimes raspberries. Our smoothies go in a bowl and my husband loves topping his with my homemade granola. We don't eat any processed food so we never add powders and such. I love that you grow a garden.

[@EmpressG]

Thanks for a great video! I don't know if I needed validation or what, but it's nice to see a couple that has separate meals to their own preferences and kinda does their own thing most of the time. My husband and I each cook different meals and eat at different times for the last couple years and I still see so many traditional setups where one person (usually the woman) does the shopping, then cooks a lot, and everyone eats at the same time at a sit down breakfast/dinner that I feel like I've been transported back to the 50s and begin to feel a bit weird about my life...

[@Avery_4272]

Derek and Crystal, great video - and inspiring, as always! Love your meal ideas and now I'm going to get some soy curls! Also: not long ago, Derek had mentioned possibly doing some interviews of lifelong vegans. So I was thinking that John and/or Ocean Robbins, and also a guy named Andy Mars (he advocates veganism for kids) are some longtime passionate vegans I think you'd do great video interviews with! Thanks again for your channel!

[@SkyeClaussen]

so cool love the gardening part try buying heirloom seeds so you can collect ore seeds from your plants saves heaps of money

[@1devotioninmotion]

😍 a beautiful day with beautiful people. smmothie looks so mouthwatering ..and Crystals frozen balls lol 🤣im biting so hard my ears are ringing lol Thanks guys

[@veggiewarrior]

Nice to see such a cute, healthy and happy young couple together. Loved the food you guys make so healthy and now I know what soy curls are. Order placed! 🙌🙌🙌

[@josie4peace]

So blessed to have found you. Think you are officially my favorite couple on YT. 💖🐈🌲🙏 beautiful kitty!!!

[@laureenjohnson5570]

As always, I am smiling throughout your videos. And learning....I always learn something. And being inspired....I am always inspired to live and do a bit better. Thank you!!

[@gildaheals]

You guys are so cute and inspiring, for both a vegan lifestyle and a love relationship 🥰 I started follow you years ago then stopped because after a challenging time (to say the least) I also went back to being omnivore, but now that I went vegan again I love your content! Thanks a lot for the educational and entertaining videos

[@carolannfox1644]

My word to describe you two as a couple and for this video is...DELIGHTFUL! You are so sweet to each other, and I always love Crystal's laugh. Thank you for a wonderful new video peek into your lives. I'm going to try several of your food ideas. Happy summer, you 2 and your kitties!

[@caitlinh8613]

I’d love this kind of video every week 😃🙌🏼

[@robpadgett27]

This is one of my favorite videos you guys have done. Keep up the good work!

[@MrNioMoon]

You two are amazing ❤

[@debsnowden4310]

You two are just the cutest couple!!

[@weststreetchildren]

I love these videos! Reminds me a lot of your older videos with the vlog-style content. Keep it up man!!

[@anntecz]

I absolutely love this video concept/idea!! I've been thinking about this a lot recently since I really like watching your videos but I would never eat the things you eat hahah and honestly I admire that you're able to eat the way you eat! I have texture issues so my meals are waaay different but still vegan and it's just crazy how different we all are!

[@mariabr8954]

omg i love the gardening bit! please update us on the progress.

[@pamelacarden2426]

Thank you! It's great to see what Crystal eats, you two are so active! ❤

[@mandym8781]

You two are just the best! Always such a treat to see Crystal, and hear her laugh! I hope your new garden does really well 🥬 The pickle ball scene was so fun! 🤣✌️

[@jillschwartz2442]

You two are my absolute favorite! 🌱🫶🏼💚

[@CarmenBoyesBeeTheBee]

Carrots are extremely fragile babies. They won’t be able to get thru your mulch. I sprinkle them lightly on moist soil then cover with a board to keep them from drying out. Check daily (after several days). When you see them sprouting remove the board. Hope that helps. 😊

[@Simnettnutrition]

Ah crap, thanks for the heads up! I will move the mulch asap!

[@pod7450]

Where do you find a box of soy curls??? Great vids.....subscribed!

[@bridgidmade]

If you like cantaloupe then you might enjoy growing Kajari melons. They are smaller than regular cantaloupes so they can be easier to grow, and they are SO good. Sweet with a honey-like flavor. I bought the seeds from Baker Creek in the US and had great germination rates. I’ve had much more success with them vs full-sized melons in my garden. What is that little gadget you used for blending your dressing? Looks handy!

[@KristenMoore-gg6sw]

I can't wait to feel better, so I can be that physically active again. Great videos. Inspiring.😊

[@gruszkayogi]

Love this video! I think it's so important to see and explore different ways of eating. I was hooked on smoothies for the longest time, but my digestion was terrible and I never thought to change it until I saw an Ayruvedic practioner. He recommended I do warm, cooked, savory breakfasts (like Crystal) and it has been a game changer for me. I feel so energised, my digestion is much better and I feel a different kind of satiation. Love it :) Thanks for sharing

[@cherhonda]

Your music 🎶 always gets me hype when it drops🙌🏾 I be ready to hit the gym🏋🏾 Yet, I just finished grocery shopping at Kroger's, Yet,🛍️ 🛒 This music has me putting up groceries hyped and dancing around the kitchen 💃🏾

[@AltOtakuu]

She has such a gorgeous, bright aura❤ I love her energy

[@msandyford8988]

Derek’s meals are inspiring and Crystal’s are relatable!

[@lisakirkby1727]

Another great video. Love to see what Crystal eats since she’s making all these gains. The pickleball footage was great.

[@bradfraser2]

I’ve seen every video, this has been the best one in so long. That “B” roll playing pickle ball was so good, amazing made me laugh in such a good way. Keep it up guys ❤

[@Simnettnutrition]

haha thank you!

[@tracistickler]

You two are soooo flippin ADORABLE!! So healthy, i love it and can’t wait to make my next Costco trip!

[@michellebud234]

Thank you for this! I love how much you both laugh together. ❤🎉

[@Tinkiepanda]

Excellent Video!!! ❤😁 Thank You Both For Always Making Us Smile!

[@debbiepalmer1094]

I'd love to see more vids like this, so interesting to see the differences between what you both eat. PS, love the black top on Crystal when she is preparing the soy curls.

[@Simnettnutrition]

Thanks! Her black top is from Lululemon.

[@debbiepalmer1094]

@@Simnettnutrition thanks!! x

[@ACUSSER]

Your videos make my life so much better, thanks. ❤

[@edileidecathcart7676]

You guys are amazing together.👏👏👏🍁

[@matgonzalez6272]

My partner and I def match ya’ll in that she will eat the same thing for a week straight, but I like changing things up. Hearing Crystal’s go to was awesome because my partner also could care less how it looks and just wants tasty fuel. I’ve copied and remixed a lot of Derek’s stuff over the years (thank you both for your consistent posting!) love these videos and ya’ll have helped us clean up our eating over the years 🦾

[@lisamarielindenschmidt649]

I'd love to see more videos like this! Seeing how you two vary it up is fun!

[@derekprieur5258]

Have to admit I don’t always catch your guys videos but every time I do watch I find myself smiling or laughing throughout. Love the energy you both bring into the world ❤

[@karenmills5084]

I love videos with both of you working and eating!