My Miracle Story (Faith Based)

This is a very personal video, wherein I share my own testimony and experience with healing from food addiction.
My name is Heather and I'm from Portland, Oregon. I am eating a plant-based, whole foods, unprocessed diet, with no sugar, oil, flour or alcohol, to take off weight and regain my life. I once weighed over 436 lbs and have released over 110 lbs eating this way and walking for exercise. I call my channel The Butterfly Effect because I believe that all the small choices you make, over time, add up and have a huge effect on your life. I wanted to show people like me who have 100, 150, 200 or more pounds to take off that it can be done and we can do it together. I am far from perfect and have struggled with compulsive eating and been overweight for all of my life, but there is hope for me and there is hope for you too. What can you do, today, to bring you closer to your goals tomorrow? Please consider giving my videos a thumbs up, commenting and subscribing. I would be incredibly grateful for your support on this journey!
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[@kathyplaza9883]

I used and still use prayer. One of my miracles is so far lasting 33 years--I've been sober for 33 years and still no cravings for alcohol. And I've been plant-based SOS free for 8 years, also using my God for support along with like-minded plant-based buddies. I'm Jewish and miracles are working for me too. So, congratulations that you are feeling the wonderful results of contact with your God. ❤

[@Chill_Jill]

I could watch and listen to you and everything you have to share all day long. Thank you being so beautiful inside and out. God bless you a million-fold, my beautiful friend.

[@cnela63191]

👋 hi, I'm here cause I was watching chef AJ. I I'm a believer and I know that God's it's a God of miracle. When I start my journey with God I use to smoke 🚬 and I want it to quit, so on my last cigarette 🚬 I talk to God and I told him, God this is going to be my last cigarette and I'm not going to smoke no more and that was it for me. I was 30 years old. Now I'm 45 and I'm struggling with food. When I was watching you live, I cry to the Holy Spirit to help me and I went to the bathroom And when I came back I felt this urge to run and I start running around the living room and doing exercise and I was, like wow thank you Holy Spirit cause you're here with me and you're the one who gave me the strength to do it and The Bible says that I can do all things throughout Christ who strengthened me. God bless and will se your success pretty soon. 👏👏👏👍👍👍

[@leticiaperez9300]

Hi there, I just have to tell you that your story is so beautiful! I am delighted that you decided to share it! I love the Lord so very much just like you! He is so good all the time! Have a blessed day! 🙂

[@cindystrother7710]

I AM SO happy for your MIRACLE 💗 HEATHER we can do ALL THINGS THROUGH CHRIST WHO STRENGTH US

[@vkgreer100]

Dear Heather, Thank you for sharing your story of healing and freedom in Christ. You were very open, honest and clear about your life struggles. However, you voiced your regrets about how much time and potential service were "wasted" and prevented you from serving others. May I just address that feeling of regret from a personal, positive standpoint. Those very difficult struggles have formed your character and enable you to understand and comfort others with the comfort you have received. Time is relative, God is not limited by time. You are still a young woman; there is no retirement in God's service; God willing you will have many more years ahead to go from strength to strength in the power of the Holy Spirit. As you fix your eyes on Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, the rest will fall into place. You will come out shining like gold. Welcome back! Every blessing to you.

[@paulawhite8674]

You are so amazing! I have not prayed that but I will tonight! God is so good to us and I don't deserve it but he provides!!!!

[@Boxerr54]

Just thinking of you today, Heather. I know God is working on us all. I pray we are experiencing God's love and care every day as we cover 2024. God bless us every on.

[@Linda211]

"I asked to not want what I shouldn't have." This is so brilliant! I will be adding this to my prayer. I've been asking God that when the temptation to eat off plan shows up to please provide me a way out. NKJV 1Corinthians 10:13: No temptation has overtaken you except such as is common to man; but God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will also make the way of escape, that you may be able to bear it. Love you Heather! ♥

[@rebeccabrothers8056]

thank you for sharing your story, I'm currently "battling sugar cravings/addiction ", yes it does take the power of God to break that ugly cycle, all we need to do is ask , believe and receive by faith, I know that sugar even tho it does taste good, is really not that good for us, please continue to share your journey, I'm glad your back!

[@arleendiaz1570]

I believe... God is Good and Faithful.💕

[@knichelle9566]

Heather this is your miracle! You prayed and God heard and answered your prayers. HE gets all the glory! You get to walk it out! 🙌🏽

[@serenityblooms1033]

Of course, I find you now when I have moved out of Portland, Oregon!!! I live in Waikiki now. I have lost 180 lbs with this WOE and will continue for life!!! I still have 60 lbs to go!!! Thanks for being here to help me. Hopefully, when I visit Oregon in May we can meet!!! we will both be smaller people!!! YAY!!!

[@vaneta6937]

God bless you Heather❤️ Thank you for sharing of your miracle.you,Heather, are a positive role model for many people, myself included.

[@teresawinchell4994]

Wow Heather- you are awesome…..i have been vegan/plant based for 15 yrs….off and on……and i have been a born again Christian for over 35 yrs…..i pray a lot but never thought to ask God to take these cravings away….thank you for the encouragement to do so…like you, i just figured he had bigger world problems to deal with than my cravings….i ate 6 Oreos yesterday…..i dont even like cookies but i guess i craved the sugar…..blew all the good i did for my body all day…..i cant wait to journey through this with you ….Teresa winchell

[@lynn7348]

That was a beautiful miracle story, so grateful to God for his grace and mercy. I have prayed that before, several times. I'm in recovery for drugs, alcohol, sex, and sugar. It's a struggle, but a beautiful journey to walk w Christ. Smoking is the next battle I'm giving to the Lord. So proud of you, thanks for sharing. ❤️❤️

[@MiaLight777]

I understand you very well, when I first became a Christian I was a heavy smoker I prayed earnestly for the Lord to take away the addiction it took 10 years your that prayer to be answered It’s been 20 years. Praise the Lord.

[@laurieanne9712]

Standing with you as a fellow believer, and thank you for this wonderful ,encouraging testimony! I'm plant based but do nighttime eating when I shouldn't. You've inspired me to start praying about this--thank you, Heather.

[@Lallord]

Laurie I eat great on plan , can easily resist temptation during the day. But after dinner.....I resist any self talk ...I EAT into early am.I feel so helpless with this addiction. Not hopeless...Hoping I can find something that clicks! Good Luck to us both!

[@dreamwalker4975]

YES, I did ask God to heal my heart and mind about wanting food that is bad for me about a month ago, and I too have lost the cravings for sugar and the bad things that I know have kept me overweight and physically ill! This is wonderful that he healed us of that addition! Thank you for sharing this~

[@jeanninethompson6243]

I have had an answer to prayer. I was cured of multiple sclerosis. It has been 21 years and I have not relapsed! Praise God. Ask with a pure heart.

[@thebutterflyeffect-plant-b3067]

I am so incredibly happy for you! All glory to Him!

[@lindapetersen2875]

Amen!! He is alive and well living in you! Such a miracle Heather! Thanks for sharing this!

[@genniferyoung3441]

Heather, what a beautiful testimony of what God is doing. I am excited about your Christian Counseling program. Tell us more about it. so glad you are back. The food and sugar addiction still reigns over me ...what a battle. I still need a lot of growth in my faith and willingness to give it up.

[@dreamofskye7400]

Hi Heather, I originally started following you after you lost all the weight. And the reason I followed you was because you are such a beautiful christian woman. Your light truly shines in the darkness. I love that about you. I was very worried about you, when you disappeared from YT. I and I believe many of your followers here prayed for you. As I’m sure you prayed too. So I am so happy and thankful that God came through for you. And you came through for you too. I am so glad you are back. I feel very much enriched by your light.

[@hebcat48]

I am not the same faith as you but I’m so glad you found your miracle. I’m sure during your upcoming journey you will find many more that you can’t even imagine yet. Prayer and belief is very powerful!

[@kimmcdonald5000]

Jesus is my savior. Loved your story. I can't wait to see your next video. Bless!

[@lynnhouse9778]

Praise God! And thank your or sharing.. i had such a moment of clarity as you were sharing… i am addicted to alcohol and have been off of it for close to two years now.. it was a huge struggle in the beginning as i tried so desperately to do it on my own… finally i admitted to God that i can NOT do this… and to Him i give the glory of my sobriety….. i had so much shame around it and kept trying to justify it etc.. etc… when i finally and truly surrendered He took care of it! So why would i not do the same with other substances in my life! Oh my word!!! Yes… i am going to ask God to remove caffeine from my life.. it is a huge addiction… though i don’t drink a lot of it… thank you for your gentleness, kindness and heart to serve and share!!! God is so good!!!

[@bettymaugeri7316]

Hi Heather - this is the first time I have heard someone say all the things denied because of their weight. I am 75 now, and, when I look back at all the things I have denied myself or put on hold until “I was the right weight or fit into the right clothes or go to a party or learn to swim or dance or accept a date” all because I felt too fat - the list is endless. In 2019 I switched to a WFPD after being diagnosed with some health issues. I love following a plant based diet. Losing weight was an added bonus. I wish you only the best in your journey towards a healthy and happy you!

[@l.j.2043]

God is SO good. Praise Him for your healing. I believe in miracles too and I am going to pray that prayer right after typing this. I had a miracle healing of a nose polyp several years ago and give God all the glory for it. Nothing is too hard for the Lord.

[@tishamonroe7418]

thank you my dear for sharing this!!!! Jesus, I surrender myself to you, take care of everything. I pray this when I feel the anxiety building . and then........HE does! I'm happy for this special miracle for you!!!!

[@TerriMaresCrochet]

That is a GLORIOUS miracle! Love you!

[@kayepellow7010]

Hi Heather. He is my best friend too. Since I learned how he treats His enemies, wow, I can trust Him with my humanity. John 15:15 says the Father is the same... I still treasure my giant salad at that great Portland restaurant with you.

[@lynn7348]

And I love that your getting your Master's, we need more Christian counselors in this world. Thank you for stepping into that..your a gem!

[@robyntillman5832]

So happy for you Heather! Good to see your sweet face again:)

[@cathyrichard1100]

Heather~I am sooo happy for you💕 I knew you were a Christian even before you mentioned your faith as a believer…You radiate God’s love🙌 God is in the miracle working business and He is always right on time🙌 Thank You for sharing your testimony. I couldn’t be happier for you💞 To God be all the glory🕊

[@deedee212]

I so agree, because I always heard you change your brain and the weight loss will follow, I also just heard that every time we snack it is because of an emotional reason. I have been able to lose 37 pounds so far. I feel that these 2 sayings have changed the way I look and feel about what I choose to eat! So happy to see you back! GOD BLESS YOU!!!!!!

[@dianenaughton5655]

Heather, I’m sooo glad you’re back! You’ve always been helpful to me in my addiction to food. I love your story of faith healing and I do believe in it also. And... I love your comment about ‘will power and WON’T power. 😀 My prayer will be for Won’t Power from now on. Please don’t ever leave us again? Thank you for your faith story and reminding me to believe Jesus’ words to ‘Ask, and you shall receive’. Blessings!!

[@debbiefish7257]

I’ve just started praying for this very thing this past week as well. I just saw you on Chef AJ’s show today. I’m so glad I found you. Thank you so much for all you are doing to help all of us. You are awesome! Continued success on your journey. ❤️🙏🏻

[@PJ-si5vr]

Hi Heather, Thank you for sharing. when you said that you would no longer be “winking at the devil” that really connected with me. I have been saddened by too many people who thought that they could do so and win. God helps those who help themselves. I don’t believe we should do less than our best. To do so makes us unworthy of his grace. No one is perfect, but winking should be off the table.

[@rebeccabrothers8056]

just watched 1 of your older videos, pampering self without food, some of the ways I do it, I'm getting back to machine quilting, not hard-but tedious, cross stitch, needle point, it's a creative outlet for me, and is a great sleep enhancer as well, but, I did enjoy your video!

[@smugglerscoveconsulting845]

Oh I just watched you on Chef AJ. It is so wonderful to have you back. I have missed you so much! I am not religious per se, but I do think that your trials and tribulations are for a reason, and not just for you, but for all of us.

[@ch1cksng3r]

I am soooo happy for you! Through Him all things are possible ❤️💕🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@halah1507]

Heather, I just saw you on Chef AJs channel as a replay and absolutely loved your story, your honesty, your commitment and your realness (if that's not a word it should be:)). Your beautiful spirit and laughter is a joy to watch. So much of what you said about lying to ourselves, justifying our bad decisions, the all-or-nothing attitude(once I fall off I go figure I might as well binge the rest of the day and start fresh tomorrow... as though that works..) was SOOO Me ! I'm so encouraged by you and hearing how you experience all the same situations the rest of us who are not perfect go thru. And I absolutely love the "Butterfly Affect - Plant Base Transformation" idea, what a beautiful analogy for what we can be. Thank You for sharing !!!

[@SheriAnne0711]

Thank you for sharing your testimony Heather. I have not prayed for help from God regarding my issues with weight but I will now. I know God can deliver us from soo many issues in our life.....perhaps He is just waiting for us to ask Him for help. You are beautiful inside and out Heather! I wish you all the best on your health journey!!

[@patlathrop7976]

I’m so happy you have experienced freedom over your addiction. I didn’t realize you are in Portland. I was recently there with Jenny Donnelly at the National Her Voice Conference. Please check her out. You’ve got such an awesome testimony. I’m so proud of you and know the first step coming back was the hardest but we’re all here for you. You are not alone. I’m praying for you. 🦋

[@patwhite8741]

I follow the Lord too - God is so good. I love hearing your story and I love you Heather

[@adoeroftheword]

Praise Jesus for your miracle! Love that "will power and Won't power", good one! Thank you for humbling sharing your story. hugs!

[@kirstyskitchen]

Heather! Thank you for sharing your rescue story! God is so good! 🙌🏻 I'm looking forward to seeing your new journey of Freedom! Very Inspiring!❤️

[@CaroleN199]

Absolutely God hears our prayers! He wants us to talk to him and ask his help! God loves us! I too keep the food I can’t eat out of the house…. I will keep you in my prayers as well!

[@shortiebop01]

God bless you Heather. I will start to pray and ask God for help in this area of my life. Wow God is so faithful and He really is waiting for us to include Him in every area of our life. 💗💗💗💗

[@jeffxcc]

You are courageous and God is the ultimate Treasure.... past, present and future!

[@ziggy33399]

Yes. My favorite video…(well, you’ve made a LOT but for sure it’s a top one ☝🏼 for me. Thank you. Yes, I’ve had what I believe in my bones are miracles…after deep sincere prayers. I hold these close to my heart ♥️ and they are precious. I don’t do this often…but you just brought me to the idea I need to do this for myself every day…bringing myself to that deep place way way way inside and asking for help in removing all that is not or holds me from making me what is best for HIS intention and the highest good. To place me in the center of that..to give me clarity to see and remove the distractions, the false desires of my body they presents itself as a lie and lift me so high the false desires can no longer be relevant. You’re a very very very good teacher. Made my day.

[@sherdion2381]

I just saw you on Chef Aj's recording and it really resonated with me. I have lost and gained much weight many times and I am a Christian also so that is just a huge bonus. Anyways I look forward to following you and I move towards being free from my food addiction. I have about 150 pounds to lose so it is indeed a journey.

[@jeanjacobs9965]

Greetings Heather! Thank you so much for sharing your miracle with us. This is wonderful and I intend to follow through with the prayer. Love and blessings ♥️🙏

[@TessWeightLossJourney]

New subbie here. I just found your channel. I'm not a plant based person but I still enjoy your channel. I'm on a journey for weight loss too. I too have a strong faith, and I totally believe you are experiencing a miracle. Our Lord has given my family a few miracles. Bless your heart, I pray that your days are filled with love, blessings and laughter.

[@gwendorenn]

I believe in miracles too. Thank you for sharing yours. You are loved Heather!

[@marisajonassaint1871]

This is me! Thank you Heather! Taking this to heart and action! 💕u!

[@sandyallen1488]

I always learn so much from you Heather. Just finished watching your show on AJ’s channel…so much wisdom and important guidance for those of us with a food addiction. Thank you🙏🏻

[@violethendrickson6080]

Thank you so much for sharing, Gods timing is perfect. May God bless you in your training, I think you make a wonderful counselor and will be praying for you! By the way, if you’re going to be making house calls I want to be first on your list! 💜.

[@lornaburgess3615]

Welcome back Heather. I enjoy your videos and missed you while you were gone. One of my prayers for myself is to not give up. To keep trying and to get back up when I fall. Asking God for that strength is all important but I have to admit that I don’t always remember to ask for his help. Thank you for the reminder and God bless you.

[@cindilacasa3291]

I really enjoy listening to you. I just saw you on chef aj and I can really resonate with a lot you've said. God is so amazing. Like your sugar addiction God helped me with my alcohol addiction. I just can't believe how I went from a major alcoholic to not wanting it one bit. My only problem is I traded one addiction to another. I can't stop thinking about food and it just consumes me. I pray every day God will help me with this too. God bless you and thanks for sharing. It really meant a lot.

[@theresastufano7628]

Praise God! Truly believe in miracles. Thanks for sharing

[@classylifeboutique]

Fantastic testimony! Thank you for sharing. Praise the Lord! :)

[@annak3380]

Congratulations Heather. Thank you for sharing your miracle with us. I believe too than God always listens to our prayers,performing miracles every second of every day.💕 I have just watched your video with Chef AJ three times in a row because I enjoyed it so much. I have added your MAGIC to my daily prayer and gratitude. Thank you for your inspiring words. 🙂

[@CelinaMaddox]

I'm so glad you are back!! I feel like my food addiction has consumed so much of my life also!! I need to do a better job of asking God to heal me!! Thank you for this reminder!!

[@achick4444]

Heather I watched you on Chef AJs youtube and just want to say that you have had an incredible journey. I so admire your spirit, your gifts for loving people and I'm going to be following you :)

[@marlene1534]

Thanks for sharing your miracle. I loved it and was very excited to hear about it. What you shared on Never Give Up interview with Chef AJ was mind-blowing. You shared about so many inner changes that have happened within you lately. I loved what you said that we need what each one of us has to offer and can't afford to loose anyone. We all have our unique selves to share. Praying for you and cheering you on. You go! ❤

[@Moniinthemorning]

Praise the Lord! I do believe you have been healed.

[@UpLiftingHomeCooking]

Bless you dear sister in Christ. I total believe you and believe in miracles. I pray these days many times a day for sugar addiction and food addiction healing and I believe one day He will keep His promise. I am happy to lift you in prayer. Thank you for the video…so precious. May God continue to bless you in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Love, Carol 🙏

[@kathybass9064]

Just watched you on Chef AJ. Awesome interview. You are such an inspiration! You will do it again. I’ll be right there with you ! 💯🙏❤️🙏

[@gabrielekennedy6123]

Your skin looks amazing. I am jealous

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

All things are possible to those that believe. Thank you for sharing 🌻

[@cindystrother7710]

I AM SO happy you are back Heather you truly were miss

[@thekingschildsx]

Heather, I just saw you for the first time on Chef AJ. You were such an inspiration! I subscribed to your channel and am so excited about our faith based encouraging journey together. Thank you for your willingness to share with us. I love your Morning M.A.G.I.C. and hope to pray more about this health issue. Blessings to you.

[@thekingschildsx]

I am praising God with you Heather--and I think it is surely an answer to prayer and a miracle.

[@anneadams8469]

Same boat.... different oar. So glad that you shared.

[@tessamarialee6696]

Heather, thank you for sharing such an intimate faith story with us. As a fellow believer, I am so encouraged by your testimony and grateful to be reminded of the power of prayer. Even in the midst of your struggles with food, God has used you to minister to people in such a beautiful way. He will now use your story of healing to bless even more people as you transition into your new role as a Christian counselor. I am excited to watch as you continue your journey toward greater spiritual, emotional, and physical health!

[@patriciaallatt984]

Congratulations! I too believe in miracles. I believe we must know in our cellular being that healing can happen. And I think you tapped into that space. God put us here to love and live a joyful life. I’m so happy for you. I’ve watched your videos since you started and am so glad you’re back. 💕

[@amycaruthers7858]

Thank you for sharing your story- I’ve missed seeing and hearing from you and am so happy for you❣️

[@jeanneaske]

I enjoyed your video. Being a Catholic myself, I do believe God is present within our lives. Thanks for sharing. Again, happy you returned.

[@gwenvann7279]

Praise God!

[@barbaraduncan8290]

You are on an incredible journey with the Holy Spirit as your guide. There is no turning back! I will keep you in my prayers. You showed up on my KZbin and I felt compelled to watch you. I am blessed and delighted! You go girl!

[@elizabethcowles6856]

Lovely to see you back, I have missed your chats. Sending you love and hugs on your journey, you know you can do it, I just wish I could climb back aboard as well xx

[@tinagirton7761]

That is so awesome! Praise God!

[@varred1680]

Heather! So good to see you again!

[@deerhaven3350]

Hi Heather....new to your channel and much of what you say resonates with me. Thank you for your wonderful content. Stephanie J.

[@mrswmayres]

Welcome back♡...it's so good to see you.♡

[@GraceGrace_77]

Heather, I am overjoyed for you!!! Praise the Lord! Thank you, thank you, thank you for sharing your miracle with us. To God be the glory 🙌🏻💕🙌🏻💕🙌🏻💕

[@LauraCastillejos]

Amen! What an awesome testimony!

[@livinlowcarb]

I am so happy you are finding your way love!!!!

[@DianneRawGirl]

Loved your story Heather.

[@maevandorpe6617]

Amen God's miracles abound and yes he does desire to create the best life possible for each of us. I am a recipient of His loving touch also. Blessings over you Heather.

[@helensullivan918]

Thank you for the very strong message.

[@missiris1234]

Very touching vlog. God bless you!

[@charlenefrancisfrancis1733]

Thank you for sharing this

[@cindystrother7710]

thank you so much for sharing your AWESOME story Heather

[@merchellegilliam6787]

Thanks for sharing.

[@leesialew3732]

Thankyou for sharing 💕

[@Sabne7]

Thank you so much for sharing that. I share your faith, and no I never thought of praying like that even though I have experienced similar experiences in other areas. Thank you for the reminder, I will make that my plan going forward. 🙏💛💛

[@lisa.s.headley7]

Awesome!!! 🥳

[@lauraklumb3436]

Luv ya Heather!!!

[@lindaripp5902]

Good for you

[@sherri.]

Thank you Heather, what a powerful transformation. All the best for your success!