I Wrote A Diet Book & It’s The Worst Thing I’ve Ever Done.

[@UnnaturalVegan]

One thing I forgot to say: beyond being the right thing to do, admitting I was wrong was so worth it on a personal level. Though it was hard, especially given I was wrong so publicly and that admitting it meant making a lot less money, it was an immediate weight off my shoulders and meat I could move on with my life. I never would have met my partner if I had doubled down and stayed a crazy raw foodist! I'm a million times more successful and a million times happier now than I was 7 years ago. Anyone feeling like they can't admit they messed up, even if it seems like the world will end if you do, you are doing YOURSELF more harm by not coming forward. Rip that band aid off beesh.

[@sarabeth641]

This is such a sweet message, but the accidental "meat" is the best part.

[@kolmorka]

You are a great person for doing this ... it must have taken you so much courage I can only applaud you for that and your staying truly accountable even to yourself 🌈❤

[@zoewhitney5153]

@UnnaturalVegan Can you do a video on sodium and/or soaking?

[@brendanmorin9935]

*Meant

[@Amandahugginkizz]

**cough cough ellen and hannah**

[@redforrevenge13]

Admitting you're wrong can be so difficult, especially in a public way. Mad respect.

[@redforrevenge13]

@Broken Winged Phoenix boo. At least it happened and she's owning it in a public way. 10/10 would subscribe again.

[@wooww91619]

@Broken Winged Phoenix She absolutely has criticized herself and her old opinions in many of her videos

[@emmy-pg3ge]

You know what we call that? . . . . 🌸🌟🌸🌟🌸 🌟 Growth 🌟 🌸🌟🌸🌟🌸

[@ph93527]

Ewwwww. You surrounded "growth" with hairy vaginas. come on now.

[@noahatlas5240]

Al Dente sorry but what in the shit

[@MartianBlues11]

Aww! That’s so cute 😊

[@taintmueslix]

@@noahatlas5240 they don't call her Unnatural Vagine for nothing

[@zain4019]

Al Dente Please go back and waste your life watching porn.

[@blazebaby89]

Most brutally honest KZbinr, even when it comes to herself.

[@stephycuppycake]

blazebaby89 Especially to herself. It’s incredibly admirable

[@danny___928]

i followed a raw foods diet for several months.. and it was great but super restrictive.. i loved eating an entire watermelon throughout the day along with other fruits during the summer... only to revert to eating lentil soup on rice after i couldn't take the no food rule.. but then i just ate carbs after carbs cause the fat you eat is the fat you wear ideology. omg so glad thats over

[@CorpseTongji]

WOW A PERSON ON THE INTERNET HOLDING THEMSELVES ACCOUNTABLE FOR THEIR PAST AND DISPLAYING GROWTH WHILE EDUCATING WHERE AM I

[@林T-k5m]

That’s called being mature! Im so happy we get to see this and hope other vegans/non vegans can learn to be as mature as her

[@mjh7236]

Raw broccoli dipped in blended cashews sounds like the most depressing dinner on the planet.

[@marieantoinettepaddelboot3149]

For real though!

[@fionafiona1146]

Cashews dip sounds great tho. My mom used to caramelise almond slices to bribe us into eating cooked broccoli tho so I don't think the raw stuff is that edible with dipp.

[@Kattitude]

But it’s sooooo goooood

[@katew3891]

As a whole dinner maybe. As a snack??? Dope.

[@trackee2024]

Blended cashews are life. Especially with salt, garlic, and lemon juice. I put it on everything! Salad, pasta, veggies.

[@finnrawlins865]

"And now for the worst part of the book, just kidding, it's the second worst part, get ready" *KZbin cuts to an ad break* I appreciate this comedic timing

[@steviegallagher1801]

the urge to track down one of these old books and ask you to sign it with "this is silly nonsense xoxo swayze" is SO strong

[@Nicole-zt1bp]

I remember when I thought you were a crazy vegan while I was eating a dinner of just oil free potatoes 😅 glad I’ve changed too

[@Haley_Wozniak]

Dry roasted, salt free potato logs with tomato paste mixed with water was my dinner most nights. Always convincing myself it was delicious 😂.

[@MartianBlues11]

Haley I remember high carb Hannah eating that bullshit in a video and I immediately clicked off the video. I was legit mad that that Tom foolery came up on my feed 😂😂😂

[@M_SC]

Lol too funny

[@alicejane7361]

Haley I mean, I’d try it?

[@evab.6240]

I still eat potatoes without oil and they are delicious to me xD But I do put oil on salads and stuff

[@RockStarNinja7]

While I'm not vegan or even vegitarian by any means I really like your videos and how honest you are about what you're speaking about. I am trying eat more vegetables and cut back on meat and your videos are really helpful talking about vitamins and minerals and eating a balanced diet.

[@gratefuljoan3082]

Same here!!

[@kukufaciaorkyleschmid790]

Yes!! She super smart, and is always so full of helpful information. 💖

[@monkiram]

Me too :) I've gotten most of my family (husband, mom and siblings) on board to eating more plant-based as well

[@batty_babette]

Same!

[@ArtyAntics]

Best comment ever, mega props to you!

[@fervidamidthedandelions3405]

me after my roasted cacao powder and rice paper cheat days: 🤰🏻

[@indeeditiscirro]

Fervid Amid the Dandelions whaaaaaa pregnancy caused by rice paper?????

[@hhaannnnaahh222]

Ahahahaha

[@haleymist09]

Hahahaha!!!

[@bee12452]

Patchy Rye that’s bloating 🙂

[@jl4260]

I still can't wrap my head around how that used to be you. You're so rational, well researched and level headed now, it's like doing a 180 flip but I love it!

[@nicoleashleyknox]

I was thinking the same thing, how is this the same person? But it's her experience I think! She is so rational and wise now. I'm grateful for her insight. She had to go through the fruitarian to get to the other side.

[@meganepelletier853]

She said in a previous video it had to do (for her and assumedly a lot of other people) with being desperate. Usually that is related to some sort of health issue which diets such as the raw food diet claim to heal, such as acne, struggling to lose weight, digestive issues, fatigue, etc. Quite often people don't necessarily buy into the lie straight away, it's more of a curiosity and a " what if it really does work?" mindset. Then, given the strict nature of these diets, eating becomes a sort of ritualistic process, often leading to some form of dogmatism amongst adepts. Sometimes, they really do help with certain issues, but the downsides are very much disregarded, not discussed at all, or worse, downright brushed off and laughed at (think protein on a vegan diet). Obviously, if one struggles with an issue and a specific diet helps them solve this issue, they'll want to help other people struggling with that same problem. They'll share information, often still unaware of the dangers of what they are promoting. Eventually, as time goes by and they come across more information, they'll become aware that things aren't just black and white. It can take time to understand the reasoning behind certain protocols/diets, and to the compare that reasoning to actual science and decide for yourself whether or not it's worth pursuing. That's one of the reasons people often become more lax about certain practices or change their diet altogether. In a sense, I think going through these types of experiences is very humbling. Doing something for so long and coming to the realisation that you're wrong makes you question your future thoughts, choices and decisions more. Sometimes if you're raised in an environment where you're considered "smart" can make you feel like you know better than other people. Being proven wrong and learning from your mistakes can do some good in teaching you that you're not less likely to be foooled by bad science and wrong claims. Coming across information that debunks what you believe in is a lesson of humility and reminder that our individual pools of knowledge are excessively limited, hence the need for methodologically accurate, peer-reviewed studies and meta-analysis.

[@jl4260]

@@meganepelletier853 Totally agree, you nailed it. Well said!

[@jl4260]

@@nicoleashleyknox Yes true!

[@zain4019]

Mégane Pelletier UN vegan herself has said that protein on a vegan diet is very easy to get

[@EdgyVeg]

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 there is no one more authentic than you. ❤️ mad respect.

[@JacobMichael]

Love how accountable you are and how willing you are to be self critical :) . This is why we fricken love you Swayze! :D

[@stuffsaramade880]

FullyRawKristina uploaded a salad video a couple of days ago featuring balsamic vinegar and maple syrup, and also sponsored by Jada spices, so including a decent amount of salt. I think she’s getting close.

[@samanthab6642]

Maple syrup is def not raw

[@Sebbi701]

Is balsamic even raw?

[@АннаКоваль-н3ы]

At this point it's just business for her........i guess

[@confusedflourbeetle4734]

@@Sebbi701 no

[@mjh7236]

Poor girl is clearly missing flavour in her food.

[@avag8242]

This makes me feel better about the bullshit I’ve bought into over the years. It’s a good reminder that even very smart people can believe insane things.

[@luiysia]

sometimes smart people who get into this stuff are way harder to convince otherwise cuz they're so smart that they can basically use that power for evil and convince themselves of anything lol

[@t.o.4251]

Join a cult and marvel at all the college degrees there! And I mean this seriously. It was even an effective enough one so that kids born into it almost always went to college but stayed in the system all the way through. Education and intelligence don't mean shit.

[@chaghetti]

A. O'Connell intelligence is great... Wisdom is better.

[@FruitsofKarma]

you sound very humble :D

[@cheezheadz3928]

Smart people would research rather than falling for bs. ;)

[@FumerieHilaire]

This kind of intellectual honesty is rare, and it’s brave. I have enormous respect for you for doing this.

[@SaltyPretzel0]

43min of self-roasting

[@platesweightspeaks]

This is why you are my favorite youtuber. Not even fave vegan youtuber just my favorite youtuber 😄 changing and growing and having the ovaries to admit you were wrong, love it, love your content!

[@AniMorphzz]

I have always believed that in order to disagree with someone's point, you must first take the time to understand it. I am an omnivore, however, I have been taking the time over the past few months to gain a deeper understanding of veganism, what it means it be vegan, and what kind of life style veganism entails. Many vegans on KZbin that I have found and watched have turned me off from veganism, because of the way in which they frame a vegan life: one that is expensive, restrictive and must fundamentally based on a reformed view of health, strongly founded in morality, and frankly, socio economic economic privelage. I do not live in the US, and such an abundance of vegan products simply does not exist, which lead me to the conclusion that to be a vegan and not give up absolutely everything I love, I must live in LA and shop at whole foods. When I found your channel, I was surprised with how intelligently, scientifically and responsibly you speak about veganism. I have learned more about the science and morality of veganism watching your videos than I have for a very long time watching others. I appreciate your skepticism and affinity for research as well as your moral basis and the ability to remain critical. You do not make it your job to convert me to veganism, much rather, you educate me and leave me to make my own conclusions. I think that your channel is "controversial" because you don't prescribe a universally positive and cure all status to veganism, and I find that to be your biggest asset when speaking to omnivores like me. So thank you for the time and effort you put into your videos and changing my mind about veganism.

[@parkja5341]

Awesome comment

[@Siqaiyuk]

but are you changing your diet to be more veganish? or are you still eating the same amounts of meat /animal products that you were before??

[@emilysyoutubechannel2259]

I think even just being more informed of our choices, vegan or not, is so important

[@Lisa-RenéeDV]

I really recommend you check out the channel Emily Ewing (if you want) 😁. She's a super casual chill person, who just eats a "normal" vegan diet, not any of the HCLF bs. And I find her very relatable!

[@lissaw4]

Great comment! We should try to educate ourselves to understand others better as much as possible. Unfortunately, we often get bombarded with the most extreme views and personalities in the name of "representing the whole group". It often makes people either tune out or push back instead of understanding what everyone else in the group is saying/presenting to us. It happens with every ideology out there. It's so nice to find channels, groups, individuals who have clear and ethical conversations instead of just jumping to the most extreme.

[@lise891]

I think most raw vegans / fruitarians would be categorized/diagnosed as orthorexia patients.. I absolutely love that you made this video, great job!

[@veggiesandmore]

Hi Swayze. As a registered dietitian, I really appreciate that you stopped going down the track of creating books or products aimed at guiding people with their nutrition. Nutrition science is so much more complex than many vegan KZbinrs make it out to be and I just hate seeing the negative effects caused by following diet advice dished by self-proclaimed diet gurus. Also, on a related note, I see you getting a lot of flak for calling out other vegan KZbinrs diets but I think the points you bring up are actually worth discussing. So keep doing what you're doing 🙂

[@veggiesandmore]

@Dragon Fist While I agree there is a lot of influence from the meat, dairy and egg industry in the information that makes its way into the dietetics curriculum, your comment dismisses the fact that, dietitians are not only taught about nutrition, but also about biochemistry, biology and physiology. We're also taught how to read and interpret scientific studies, and even design them ourselves. We're not simply taught to recite information given to us in school back to clients like parrots for years and years to come. The large majority of dietitians use critical thinking and base themselves on the nutrition research currently available to us to help people eat better thanks to science-based recommendations and advice. The meat, dairy and egg industry's influence, as large as it may be, doesn't make qualifications as worthless as your comment seems to imply! ;)

[@itsgaylebitxh]

Casually wanted to show my respect to you. Being wrong isn't fun, and people are rude even to those that change their minds. This made me really happy.

[@abigailelizabeth4655]

I have so much respect that you are able to sit there, make a video and be like “I was wrong”. So many people are unable to admit that and it takes a serious about of humility to do that. I even think it takes a lot of self esteem to be able to admit you are wrong. When I struggled with self worth I would get so defensive and couldn’t handle any criticism and now that I have self esteem and self worth I can admit when I was wrong about something, apologize, and move on bc I know now that me being wrong about something doesn’t define me as a person. Another reason why I love your channel so much.

[@christina7454]

What a treat to wake up and see a new Swayze video in my emails. Gonna get my coffee ready and get comfy! 🍵

[@80slimshadys]

Who's swayze

[@HA-rx7gb]

Honey, it's ok. We all do things that don't make sense in hindsight.

[@mistress_mercury]

H A it’s like reading your old teen diary and going omg did I really write that? Haha

[@monkiram]

@@mistress_mercury Fortunately, most of us didn't broadcast our teen diary to the entire world and now feel obliged to explain it to our 200K followers! So much respect to Swayzie, that takes courage

[@eyad8824]

I really admire you and how honest you are about a lot of things and owning up to your mistakes. You certainly make the vegan community look better

[@lizb2620]

If this is the worst thing you've ever done in life I'd say you're still pretty well ahead of the curve.

[@leander8840]

ikr

[@rougesunset]

Aw hell yea a callout video about YOURSELF! 😂 It's always good to learn and grow. ☺️

[@finnrawlins865]

Everyone else is talking about waking up to your videos, I suffer the time difference to watch them at 2 AM! Always good to see a new video Swayze :)

[@beetljam792]

the eating disorder you're thinking of at about 17:00 might be orthorexia where the sufferer has 'right' and 'wrong' foods. (also a pound and a half of strawberries?? I could pay a mortgage with that cost)

[@janekatzer1199]

Gosh if only you would run for some office in your local community. We need more people who actual hold themselves accountable to their own past💕💕 You’re so lovely and educated and I admire your videos a lot.

[@Matt-fl8uy]

Respect and positive energy your way. What you do isn't easy, but it's important. Thank you.

[@northstarastrology3954]

I get a kick out of this! You're so real and realistic. I am 75% Raw, but allow myself cooked Vegan food, too, now!! 💚🌱 I was beginning to feel weak and had shortness of breath. And also realized I wasn't getting enough calories, as you stated. The hunger was unbearable when I was 💯 % Raw Vegan. It is quite expensive and definitely unsustainable. Thank you, for shedding light on this matter.

[@MandahWilde]

I’m not vegan, my kids are vegetarian(by their own choice) but I love you and watch you all the time. Thanks for the honesty, honestly.

[@fionafiona1146]

My sister is vegetarian and I enjoy her cooking (at all).

[@zain4019]

MandahWilde It’s nice that you allow them to follow a diet they believe in, unlike many other parents. Do make sure they’re getting their nutrients though, especially since they’re growing.

[@OrphicPunk]

Your ability to look back on the things you used to believe and holding yourself accountable is very refreshing. It just goes to show EVERYONE that you are fully capable of learning from just about all of your life experiences and don't have to hold steadfast to a flawed belief system in fear of losing your following or facing prosecution. Sure, people may be upset, but it's better than leading others down a wrong path. All of this is to say: you're a wonderful human, thank you.

[@ardenigleheart9467]

Thanks for being so honest about your past mistakes. This is so rare for not only youtubers, but for all people to do. You rock Swayze!

[@veganlifeofnoah2131]

This is why i love Unnatural Vegan. She presents facts as they are, is not afraid to say when she's wrong, and corrects her mistakes. SO SO many more vegan you tubers should follow in your foot steps!

[@jennikangasniemi1159]

Could you review Alyse Parker's (former Raw Alignment) new diet? She did a food haul recently and she seems to have gone from one extreme to another. Now her diet consists of steak, salmon, bacon, eggs, and berries. She also seems to equate lack of normal bowel movements (gas, bloating) with health and doesn't seem to be concerned about the potential harmful effects of a low fiber & high animal protein diet. I'm just so confused. Why wouldn't she try a normal balanced diet? I'd love to hear your insight on this.

[@googleuser8656]

Yes, please!

[@ohio_nights]

I’m not a RawAlignment fan, never have been. But I see her videos in my recommended from time to time and watched her grocery haul video recently. I was so confused when she showed us everything she got and it was basically like 50lbs of salmon and multiple packs of steak. And that’s it. Not only is it pretty gross, but it’s not a meal? Is she literally just eating steaks and salmon for breakfast, lunch and dinner? I don’t know. I think she’s mentally unstable.

[@monkiram]

Wow :/ Even most health-conscious people who have never been vegan don't eat bacon and avoid steak.

[@hhaannnnaahh222]

Nah I wish people would leave her alone at this point 😭 she's eating what helps her brain fog, she's not promoting a particular diet at this point so I don't think it calls for someone picking her apart again.

[@alexandrawilson-hodge2974]

She’s also disabled all comments!

[@melissagibsonart]

I love the accountability you have for yourself. It’s rare to see that level of integrity from people online, and it’s one of the reasons I’ve loved your channel for so long. PS: chocolate sprinkle tomatoes are lovely!

[@ThEePiCgOoFyKiD]

Haha wow I knew you were deep in raw food and made videos but I never even considered you writing a book. Crazy how much we can grow and change over the years

[@rachaelrosenstein6580]

I've been watching your videos for a long time and I just wanted to say that I love your mindset! I think that your thoughts are spoken so clearly and honestly in your videos and you always support your arguments with real evidence. Beyond that, you accept it when you're wrong and accept that growth is natural. You deserve so much respect!

[@MC-ko2mx]

I laughed, not at you, but with you, Swayze. I could just about feel you facepalming yourself and going 'd'oh' like Homer Simpson, after reading out each cringe-inducing statement. Mad props to you holding your past self accountable, and putting it on the interwebs.

[@erinburns1917]

What's always astonished me about raw foodists is how they afford to eat this way. Sure buying fresh produce can be done on a budget, but in the insane volume that it's being eaten (not to mention the amount of seasonal fruits and vegetables that many people eating raw foods in places where those foods aren't native consume)??? like damn these people must all be rich. (Which isn't to say that I think you're rich lol, just always amazed me that people could afford to eat this way)

[@alicejane7361]

Erin Burns right?! And nuts are expensive too.

[@suusdewaard315]

That might depend were you come from? In the Netherlands we have most of the vegetables and fruits under 1 euro. For exampls: 2 heads of Romaine: 1.50, ice berg lettuce: 0.70. 500 pounds of peaches for 1.-, Avocados 1.- each. Apples 1.- for a kilo. 500 grams of organic carrots 1.30. So it costs money but you’ll manage if you really want too. Nuts are about 2.30 for 200 grams. Unprocessed and raw. So this might be different then in other countries? Here its more cost effective to cook with a lot of fresh produce. So we do! (And beans and some meat replacers and nuts and seeds and the occasional junk!)

[@mjh7236]

FullyRawKristina is meant to be super rich.

[@amiesparkle00]

Suus de Waard wow food is so cheap where you are! I live in the US and organic veggies like that are at least double your cost :(

[@kathryninwonderland2683]

Self reflection is the only way to move forward!

[@elizabethshaw734]

Many fruits and vegetables provide much more vitamins and minerals and bioavailability when cooked.

[@disagio9517]

Ever heard of multivitamins

[@luiysia]

shh the raw vegans get angry when they hear the B-word

[@disagio9517]

Sorry I can't read I thought you said 'than' when cooked nevermind I'm illiterate goodbye

[@couch_philosoph3325]

And especially legumes and stuff like beans and quinoa has to be cooked for many people to be enjoyed.

[@ohio_nights]

The rice paper and cacao powder bit had me in tears 😂

[@whitneyfitzgerald4212]

You're one of the only KZbinrs I am dedicated to watching and allowing the ads to play through every time. I'm ashamed to say I don't with others. You put so much effort and work into your videos - you deserve so much more. Underrated vegan, scientific and unbiased content!

[@marlenmerkel8968]

I'm not a vegan myself, but I stumbled upon a video of you a few days ago and now I can't stop watching them. You really make me think about my eating habits. I think those hardcore 'everything but veganism is evil' vegans just scare people away. You instead provide facts, the pros and cons and that's what gets me

[@emerson23946]

@Dragon Fist I’m sure this comment will make more people want to be vegan

[@princesscharlott1983]

The beauty of you and your channel... this is it - you’re prepared to evolve and learn - and allow your opinions and views to evolve with them. Makes a refreshing change from many nutrition-interested you tubers/social media-ers!

[@platesweightspeaks]

Also some side notes myocardial cells dont run off glucose they run off lipids which is cool, and if you soak your grains it can increase availability of zinc MASSIVELY!! Cool things to know!

[@verdanthour8023]

I am so glad KZbin recommended your channel to me. I've been watching your videos on and off for the last couple of weeks, and I've finally made the switch to vegan after ~15 years of being a vegetarian. The ethical problems with vegetarianism had been bugging me for years, but I'd been pushing them away. I think seeing how calmly and rationally you talk about a vegan diet, and especially how you reflect on your past, really helped me make the decision. I know this is only the beginning for me, but I am fairly confident I can keep it up. And if I ever feel like eating cheese again, I'll just watch your videos 🤪 Thank you!

[@irebernardi]

I can't even pronounce your name, sweetie but I see you from a tiny town in the north of Argentina and I admire you even when I can't be vegan because I have thalassemia 😔. I want to tell you that you inspire me and I try my best to help animals even when I can't avoid meat. I'm on a plant based diet right now. Thanks for be so helpful to me and teach me that I'm not a terrible person just because I can't leave meat. Edit: Unfortunately Swayze's opinions about BLM movement led me to unsubscribe from her channel. 😣😞 I think she still has a lot of internalized racism and I can't support it.

[@happybaby323]

Irene Bernardi just remember that there are other animals that need to consume animal products to live, like cats 😋 it’s completely natural so there’s nothing you should feel guilty for! Especially if you need it for your health!

[@candxla]

Soy de Argentina, tengo la misma anemia y soy vegana hace como 3 años! Tenía los niveles exactamente iguales que ahora antes de ser vegana, siempre me dijeron los médicos que no iba a tener problemas. Capaz es porque (creo que) tengo como un "grado bajo". Su nombre se pronuncia sueisi jajaja

[@Sebbi701]

Eating less meat helps a lot too. Your health always comes first but I really appreciate your efforts. Good luck.

[@emilysyoutubechannel2259]

Even just being aware and using more plant based products when you can is so amazing. Many people, literally because of health issues, can’t be vegan, and that’s ok. Fuck I can’t be vegan because I’ve struggled with anorexia for years. And that’s ok. We are making the best choices we can. We are doing our part. That’s all we can do and that’s all that is required.

[@irebernardi]

@@candxla hola bella! Qué lindo encontrarse con gente de Argentina también por acá. Te cuento que el grado de talasemia que tengo es medio, lamentablemente tengo problemas para poder retener un embarazo y necesito medicación de por vida, aunque hasta ahora las transfusiones no han sido algo que precise. Me alegra tanto que tus médicos te hayan alentado a continuar con una dieta vegana a pesar de tu talasemia, yo intenté y mis valores se desbarataron muchísimo, así que mi doctora de cabecera y el hematólogo me explicaron que no podría seguir con esa dieta. Pero intento consumir la menor cantidad de carne que puedo, aunque no es lo mismo, lo sé, la salud no me lo permite.

[@missaMARYca]

Growth, that’s what this video is. So happy I found you, you have changed my life.’

[@leahjenner6765]

Wow this is why you are my favourite KZbinr. So few people could admit they had been wrong.

[@ashleighshannon5235]

Being naive is part of life. Admitting how dumb we were sucks and I can’t even imagine how hard it is as an influencer so huge props to you! I always enjoy your videos, keep being you bc you’re awesome 😊

[@jess2315]

Her approach is so refreshingly honest and open.

[@BethGrantDeRoos]

Always appreciate it when anyone admits they errored in some way. Bravo!!

[@afrobarbie-sustainablelife7178]

I love how you're brave enough to call yourself out and hold yourselves accountable ❤️✨❤️

[@lissaw4]

I have so much respect for you being able to not just say you are wrong, but you are able to point it out and show people your thought process then. Not many people are able or even willing to that. You know we have so many preaching things to us, but they never want to admit when they were wrong or had fucked up at some point. So many people will just sweep it under the rug, acting like it never happened. I actually watched some of your videos years ago. I never actually did raw food methods (I have too many health issues, disabilities, allergies, etc to ever consider doing that), but stopped watching KZbin for a little while. When I came back you had switched your outlook and views so much I kind of forgot you had ever made those videos, to be frank. I also respect so much that you've removed/hidden so many videos or if you left them up you've gone back and left a note in the comments/description. However, you don't hide the fact that you thought this way. I really appreciate that in almost video that you've mentioned your journey and changes in thought from years ago. I really hope you are proud of how you have changed your channel to represent your ethics and morals. It can be incredibly hard to stick by those things if you realize you had so many people following along and getting paid by that wrong information. You don't just talk about others mistakes or crazy thing's they say/do, but you have no problem calling yourself out as well. It's refreshing and honorable to continue on this path, and continue urging others to do their research. You're a badass, Swayze💛

[@noahatlas5240]

“Look at all the numbers after these sentences, oh my god!” Lmfaaaooo for real though

[@ANNtique]

I still have my copy somewhere! I never actually went raw but I wanted to. I think I started watching you in 2012, I really can’t remember exactly.

[@tpinster]

I'm still only mid-way through this video, but I had to stop and comment so I didn't forget what I wanted to say. I think this is so very important on so many levels. This shows how people can be wrong, whether they have a million sources or not. This shows that even if someone is doing something wrong, that doesn't mean they are bad or will always be bad. This shows growth and potential. This proves to anyone out there wanting to change that it is possible and that it is okay to have an unhealthy past. I really, truly commend you for this. Making such an intense video without even so much as one "but" or explanation where it doesn't belong. You went straight for yourself as you'd go for anyone else, but even harder. You've definitely earned my respect for this.

[@sonja4610]

Thank you for this and thank you for being so honest and humble! I used to be fruitatrian and raw and I stopped and now I’ve found your videos and they’ve helped me learn so much I never want to just take “facts” to be true ever again

[@miawook]

I had a bad day but then this video came out and now it’s a great day. I watch every single UV video multiple times and I can’t wait to add this one to the rotation

[@onelittleplum]

GIRL, good for you, this is so powerful, even more so than you might realize. You setting this example opens the door for other influencers who, I think, are probably pretty scared to come out with new info they’ve learned after they originally went so hard core on some concept. Yes, it’s okay to do better once you’ve learned better! It’s what I’ve always loved about your channel and why I didn’t unsub once I realized for myself that raw foodism isn’t what it was presented to be.

[@natashabusono4550]

I'm a couple of years late.. but I've always had respect for you, and now i have even MORE respect for you💕 much love :))) and blessings

[@childofthehoneybee1170]

You are an actual legend.

[@AnastasiaBurchick]

Proud of you for doing this one! I can only imagine how difficult it was but what a great example to set! And a reminder that nobody is perfect and learning from our mistakes is what makes life better... being able to take advice from your growth and learned experiences also helps others, thanks!

[@emilyyt5640]

I have just found your channel and I’m so happy I have. I’m not 100% vegan. But anyways you have convinced me to give up meat! Would love to transition to veganism eventually. 🌱

[@zxyatiywariii8]

Awesome! 🥰

[@TS-eo9uf]

"I hope you enjoyed it. I did not." Legitimately laughed out loud. Thanks for making such great content!

[@stacylindsey6258]

Your history is part of what makes you so credible, thanks for sharing!

[@janewubs6503]

OMG i choked when the Freelee snippet came up oh my god

[@kuttebulle]

This is like the best way to educate people on source criticism. By pointing out the lack of credibility in work you've done yourself, explaining how you were thinking. Argumenting with yourself is a great way to build your knowledge, staying humble and understanding.

[@kaeeberhart5376]

Swayze, THIS growth and realizing and debunking your own mistakes is why I watch your channel. You are so authentic, intelligent, and have inspired me to eat more plant-based (vegetarian). I love you and your channel so much!

[@hickorysocks2628]

Didn’t know that you were doing the Roast Yourself Challenge.

[@mirimiriela480]

Oh wow, this is intense. I had to laugh at this diet curing constipation. That's one claim I believe! Legit question though, what do raw foodists have against flavor? Like what's wrong with garlic and onion, and why can't you have mint in your fruit salad or basil on your tomatoes? Parsley? Oregano? I kind of understand why people might avoid salt, but pepper?

[@Rennie212]

I can’t imagine eating raw garlic would be particularly fun 😂. I remember hearing a lot of raw food people say that you have to eat your food its most “pure” form and that seasoning takes away from that

[@zxyatiywariii8]

Ikr, I never could understand why so many of them seem to have something against flavor? I never could eat that way, I love spice too much. But humans have loved all sorts of locally-available spices for longer than recorded history, and even certain monkeys who live near the sea like to dip some of their food into the water to make it taste a little salty. 🤷🏾‍♀️

[@anyarhiness]

@@Rennie212 I love raw garlic on my salad :D

[@givemeattention4163]

i'm so proud of you! it's extremely hard to admit when you're wrong and i think you did an amazing job, love your channel 💞💞

[@maddyG7414]

You are one of the most genuine people on this platform. You're intelligent, humble and you can admit your mistakes. Keep doing what you do!

[@jannab8123]

That's one of the many reasons why I like to watch you: you reflect on yourself. Sometimes, the editing you also corrects your talking self. It's so important to do this.

[@lucillem7706]

I love character development, and owning up to your past is a clear sign of maturity and growth. I love how honest and transparent you are

[@lisaballico]

You are perhaps the most authentic person I follow on KZbin.

[@harleykelevra515]

Im in awe at how much you’ve grown as a person and how honest you are with yourself about yourself. if more people were like this maybe the world wouldn’t suck so fucking bad

[@nessaelessar]

Thank you for doing your thing, Swayze! I really appreciate your rational, good-humoured analyses, whatever it is about.

[@filosofiathiago]

You are so intelligent! Change opinions, when you realize that is the right thing to do it's a sign of honest too. I am a fan. Greetings from Brazil!

[@paolonutinisshoe]

You're such a non toxic person i love this video

[@dennisborski2151]

It would be nice if Fully Raw Christina would come out and admit some of the crazy things she is promoting

[@Fendelfull]

The toughest part would be admitting that she is spreading this misinformation knowingly, in trade for $. Misleading people to keep yourself marketable is one thing, but in the field of nutrition, it takes on a whole new weight. I'd have a hard time knowing that some people are eating unhealthfully and might be developing chronic health problems because of my shilling for an industry. I can't judge, since the opportunity has never come to me, and I'm certain the temptation is profound.

[@zxyatiywariii8]

I agree, and also I wish she'd understand that her diet is literally financially impossible for many people, like me. It's great for wealthy people to be vegan! (and too few are); but she has all sorts of options that are far beyond reach for those of us who are not so monetarily-blessed. I think she has five refrigerators? I'm lucky I can afford one. And I don't want people to give up on plant foods because they think it has to cost a fortune. . .

[@monkiram]

@@Fendelfull I mean, I'm sure she believed that this was the healthiest way to eat at some point, I hope she wasn't willfully misleading people on purpose. Now, I'm not so sure she still believes in her diet, but there's nothing wrong with saying, like Swayzie, I was wrong and I'm sorry.

[@Fendelfull]

@@zxyatiywariii8 It's true that a diet that relies on fresh, uncooked fruits and vegetables is expensive -- especially if you're trying to stick to seasonal and local veg. Fortunately, there's no reason to restrict yourself to raw foods, as far as anything I've ever heard, at least. It's also a lot easier to stick to locally sourced food, if this is something that matters to you, when you relax this restriction.

[@Fendelfull]

@@monkiram I totally agree, and hope it didn't sound judgemental. I think these kinds of things start in ignorance. It's why it's good, as a consumer, to try to be aware of the authority of your sources. So many people (like, possibly 100% of people) think they know more about nutrition than they can possibly know, and most people do have an astonishing array of correct thoughts about these things, because it's how we survive. It's when you notice that you're intentionally hedging or withholding information out of concern for your marketability that your integrity is put to the test.

[@ninjastellar]

I love this channel in it's entirety. You keep questioning things and are not afraid of admitting that you are wrong. That is so rare in our time and I am just beyond glad to be a part of this audience.

[@Insatiable.Curiosity]

I've already commented how much I appreciate you, and then you drop this bombshell, and I am SOOOO GRATEFUL FOR YOUR CHANNEL!! Honesty has oodles of import to me, and people find it so difficult to admit when they have advocated for something they no longer believe, so whenever someone DOES admit things like this, I'm all about the positive reinforcement. It would be so nice if we could have honest debates without people feeling personally attacked when their ideas are being criticized or, similarly, without people calling others hypocrites when they change their minds. Humans are nutzo sometimes (me included). All this to let you know: 🤸👩‍🎤✌️💜🤓🌱

[@kellyparker3792]

I always wanted to be 100% fully raw. But I struggled with adapting the portions. I couldn't imagine, nor understand, why the portions being promoted were so huge. Plus, the promoters of such huge portions never put a big deal on exercise. I'm probably wrong but I feel if the portions are that big, there has to be a lot of exercise. What people like Freelee assume is people are already doing these massive workouts, like long bike rides.

[@elenamatei5553]

I did not expect this. But I'm not disappointed. Good job!❤

[@aidenramirez-tatum8194]

It takes some time to get to the point to be able to joke about this kind of thing, even if you have push yourself to be lighthearted. It is okay that it has taken this time. Being able to look back, recognize the negative impact you have had, also have empathy for yourself, and move forward with both sides of this knowledge is so important.

[@kellymanfredini3835]

Ps: I loved the video. I love how you hold yourself accountable,

[@shortgiraffe3792]

The Freelee jumpscare kind of gave me a heartattack ngl.

[@christinastavrinidis6780]

Yes someone who can own up and can change! I have a lot of respect for you... people change, evolve, obtain new knowledge... why is this so hard for people to understand

[@kangasheila123]

I only discovered your channel next week and I honestly have so much respect for you! If more people on the world could be as logical and admit when theyve been wrong it would be a much better place!

[@aliceis9068]

Thank you for being so honest and accountable yet again. Damn. Just. Whoa. Damn. Thanks.

[@aliceis9068]

Also, my... orthorexic 18 year old self is really taking this in, a lot harder than before. So many flashbacks of "raw vegan lasagna" videos I watched trying to convince myself to do this wholeheartedly. Now I'm super grateful I didn't. Really, thank you for being this up front and for this really great takedown. I'm amazed that you're able to have as much humor about this with yourself as you are.

[@lizd.2343]

Oh...this is gonna be good. I know it's hard to look at mistakes we make, but it has helped us so much.

[@sonnenblume9528]

Just discovered you and have been binge watching your content - MAD RESPECT - you are one of a kind and truly make the world a better place!

[@pdude1911]

Great work, Swayze! Salute from The Netherlands.