Hi friends, what’s the most surprising thing that happened when you went vegan?
@gabrielaherrera36652 жыл бұрын
My husband says I wasn't such an ahole anymore🤣😅
@curryographer2 жыл бұрын
Leaving meat has made me explore and enjoy a lot of vegetarian and vegan food that I used to hate before!
@RainbowPlantLife2 жыл бұрын
@@gabrielaherrera3665 that made me laugh out loud
@RainbowPlantLife2 жыл бұрын
@@curryographer yes, same! I love to hear that!
@ginsoakedgirl42 жыл бұрын
I'm sad to say I was vegetarian for 25 years before going vegan (d'oh) but the thing that surprised me the most was that I stopped craving cheese! I assumed my vegan life would be daily torture and deprivation. But once you give dairy up, it seems greasy and weird, and I've totally lost any desire to eat it. Love your videos!
@ViewerEm2 жыл бұрын
The cultural element is so under-discussed! I'm a vegan Arab and I was basically eating chicken, rice, sandwiches, and salads for every meal. Now that I'm vegan, I've started actually exploring Arab cooking and have taken the time to learn how to best cook the meals my parents always made.
@takeoutchopsticks Жыл бұрын
I'm not Arab, but West Asian cuisines are some of my favorite! So vegan friendly 😄
@rrmm26443 ай бұрын
I'm also from arabic country trying to become vegan. Just want to ask how would you avoid falling victim to low iron and vitamin B2 ???
@ViewerEm3 ай бұрын
@@rrmm2644 for me? supplements and spinach. ymmv
@Kimnicpat2 жыл бұрын
Because of this channel and Pick Up Limes, I've found ways to reduce my consumption of animal products and incorporate more vegetables into my diet. I'm not vegan, but I have learned some tasty substitutions to replace dairy and meat products. Thank you for your work on this channel and the lovely recipes.
@RainbowPlantLife2 жыл бұрын
That’s so awesome to hear! I’m glad you’ve been inspired to eat more plants 🌱
@ginagilbertgathering25402 жыл бұрын
Same I've found ways to add more beans and vegetables I learned other grains beside rice
@kolevatovamaria79732 жыл бұрын
Same here!
@brighteez2 жыл бұрын
Me too 😃 love adding more and more plant based food into my diet 😋😋 it's just so tasty, too
@Ninabeana13132 жыл бұрын
Also check out sweetpotatosoul, another good channel
@legsnhipsnbawdy2 жыл бұрын
I'm not vegan, but my cholesterol was also high (and iron on the low side). Your videos helped me eat more plants and my cholesterol has noticeably deceased! And you also help me use my instant pot. And bond with my brother who is 100% vegan.
@RainbowPlantLife2 жыл бұрын
Wow, all of those things! I’m honored ☺️ so rewarding when you see those numbers improve, right??
@aura532 жыл бұрын
Have your iron levels also gone up since you eat more plant-based?
@pinkiepinkster83952 жыл бұрын
Watch Game Changers and Earthlings and Dominion and Cowspiracy and Forks over Knives and go vegan.
@harpers10662 жыл бұрын
@@pinkiepinkster8395 What The Health is another great vegan documentary worth seeing...very eye opening.
@banparlous25522 жыл бұрын
@Quicheah90 Low cholersterol isn't a good thing.
@danabrown63412 жыл бұрын
What surprised me most was how much I actually love vegetables whenI learned to cook them as the star of the plate
@RainbowPlantLife2 жыл бұрын
Yes yes yes! Vegetables are so amazing when they’re given a chance to shine!
@marioni1162 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this. I am 69 years old and have been a vegetarian since 1972. Things have come a LONG way since then for those of us who don't want to eat animals. It was particularly rough in the midwest, where I live. Today, there are way more choices and more restaurants who accommodate us, and also fewer questions, fewer "jokes", fewer people getting defensive about their own eating choices. I remember answering one woman who asked "why" by telling her I didn't want to kill animals. Her response was "But, God ate animals."..... There are also WAY more cookbooks. The first one I remember is Ten Talents. I remember some good things, but also some pretty awful stuff too. Like soy bean loaf made with whole soy beans. Then Anna Thomas came on the scene with her Vegetarian Epicure books. She took vegetarian cooking to a whole new level, but looking back on them, they were super loaded with things like butter, cheese, cream to add umami. I am still a vegetarian, but kind of a vegan wannabe. I love your channel and I have your Instant Pot cookbook. It's a well used favorite. Thanks again, Nisha.
@Alina_Schmidt2 жыл бұрын
„God ate amimals“ is one of the most absurd resaons for eating meat I think I‘ve ever heard…
@marioni1162 жыл бұрын
@@Alina_Schmidt Yep. Just one example of crazy reactions I've gotten to being a vegetarian over the last 50 years. Besides, there is good reason to believe Jesus was a vegetarian. Many scholars believe he was an essene Jew or at least heavily influenced by them. Essenes were vegetarians.
@user-fg6hg7ds1v2 жыл бұрын
Amazing🤍🤍
@kellyro772 жыл бұрын
I've been vegan for 4 years now. Was lacto-ovo vegetarian for 10 years before that. Yes to everything you've shared. :) And its creative chefs such as yourself and others like Sadia who help me stay interested and satisfied with my daily food choices. Thanks for all you do.
@RainbowPlantLife2 жыл бұрын
So glad it resonated with you, Kelly! 🥰 I’m honored I could help you stay interested in your daily food choices!
@atruenut2 жыл бұрын
Avant Garde Vegan is great too
@tara15552 жыл бұрын
@@atruenut yes avant-garde vegan channel is great. Sadia’s channel, nisha’s channel and gaz’a channels are my 3 go to channels for vegan recipes ❤️❤️
@anniebananie2 жыл бұрын
Same here! Was vegetarian for ten years and now vegan for about 4.5 years 😊 what a coincidence lol
@karennesbitt96552 жыл бұрын
@@tara1555 Don't forget Plantiful Kiki and High Carb Hannah. Their recipes are also incredible.
@lumity2382 жыл бұрын
I've been Vegan for 3 years now and I'm 65 and people still judge me, but I'm healthy and look young for my age. I'm Proud of myself.😊
@chriskalberg63562 жыл бұрын
As an older dude...veganism has been much easier on my aging digestive system, plus the benefits you mention in terms of more consistent energy levels and not feeling as 'bogged' down and lethargic after meals vs meat based diet. Also alot easier to clean up after cooking vegan dishes. Cleaning up animal fat after cooking is just nasty!
@Kaz.27192 жыл бұрын
I made your red lentil curry this week after beginning my vegan journey. It is SO FREAKING GOOD. Meals like this make me feel like being vegan won’t be as overwhelming as I originally thought.
@lisapoole54202 жыл бұрын
It's not necessarily harder, but you do have to be creative!
@thismomof52 жыл бұрын
Isn’t it amazing!! I made it for my family and they loved it. This made me transition to making Indian dishes at least once a week. 🤤
@AsNatureIntended132 жыл бұрын
I can relate to you and I found that in the beginning it was emotionally overwhelming to change the habit but once you found your why the recourses just find you. Now it's second nature for me. Vegan for life
@summerbandicoot47612 жыл бұрын
Congrats on going vegan!! I highly recommend another youtuber, Emily Ewing. She’s vegan and makes very realistic/simple/straightforward/relaxed vegan meals.
@sweettea11932 жыл бұрын
@@thismomof5 I want to make it but I don't want the whole thing to taste of coconut due to the coconut milk. Can't stand my food tasting like coconut
@tblizzi13692 жыл бұрын
Going vegan pushed me to learn how to cook. Because of this I've developed a lot of confidence in being able to take care of myself once I'm on my own. Learning how flavors work and making things for myself and the people I love has genuinely brought a lot of joy and color to my life.
@ChrisGaultHealthyLiving2 жыл бұрын
I went vegan 2 years ago. The most surprising thing for me was starting at 58 years old, being a prior big meat eater, and finding that going vegan was so easy! Oh yeah, my cholesterol levels also dropped over 40 points and is in the healthy level! Love your videos, Nisha!
@MindVersusMisery2 жыл бұрын
Dropping your cholesterol that much may actually have prevented a heart attack or stroke. You will probably live a longer life with more vitality because of this choice.
@aliciacarmona500424 күн бұрын
We need cholesterol ….the good fats . Having low cholesterol is not good they had been lying to to us for a very long time . Doctors will tell u this just to put us on meds . People are so misinformed.
@gaelynelliott Жыл бұрын
Hi Nisha! I am currently a Physician Assistant student and have been on a path of discovery of how and why vegan diets seem to be able to reduce the risk Type II diabetes and the severity of that and other chronic ailments in folks. I know that once I am working in the field, Type II diabetes in America is an extremely common diagnosis and so I want to be able to recommend actual resources for diet changes that people can explore as a way to help with their diagnosis. Your website PLUS the companion videos are truly essential to helping others (who really do not have the time due to work, family constraints, ect) to explore this vegan option in a way that is easily accessible and flavorful! I am excited to try your White bean with kale soup recipe tonight. :) Thank you for sharing your work!
@BenMak19892 жыл бұрын
Couldn’t agree more with point 4… My meals when I ate meat were soooo bland and boring. I look at my meat eating friends now and the food they prepare and I am not the least bit envious. Turning vegan has made me 1000x better at cooking because it has forced me to become more creative and watch channels like yours for tips, tricks and recipes which I use regularly now every week! Thank you for everything you do
@AC-rg3rb2 жыл бұрын
I've been meat-free for 1.5 years and all I can say is living this way has tremendously improved my mental well-being, my energy levels and my physical strength for my workouts. I'm 26 but feel so so much better than when I was 21-24! Thank you for the videos you make, it has helped me througout my journey :)
@JennyDarmody2 жыл бұрын
Not vegan but have gone vegetarian and the big one that resonates with me is how much better my cooking has gotten. Meat being the centre of the plate was definitely a major crutch and I love how much more varied my diet is now that I've gone vegetarian. Your recipes have been such a big help and I particularly love the long, fancy meals like tofu Tikka masala and chili.
@jpe12 жыл бұрын
You mention vegan versions of Mexican and Japanese and Indian foods, all of which are great and I enjoy, but I was raised in the Mennonite tradition, and I have found few vegan versions of traditional Pennsylvania Dutch cooking, so I’m trying to make my own! So far I’ve managed to figure out a vegan version of the traditional potato dinner roll, chicken pot pie, meatloaf, and mincemeat pie, but many dishes still present challenges, for example liver wurst, sauerbraten, or head cheese. I have learned much from your videos and use what I learned in my own culinary experiments, as well as making your dishes pretty much exactly as your recipes instruct. Thank you for good food, good entertainment, and especially your boundless positive energy!
@sophieabitbol79442 жыл бұрын
When my young adult daughter went vegan two years ago, I pretty much reacted as your parents do in this video: skeptically, critically, and negatively. I had no idea how to cook a vegan meal; I pretty much cook l lacto-ovo vegetarian and occasionally have fish or chicken, but I was kind of stuck in a cooking rut: pasta+salad, rinse, repeat. I enjoy cooking new recipes and healthy eating, so I went looking for ideas. I found your website, which is now my go-to when I want a delicious meal idea even when my daughter is not around. I am still not vegan, but I have added many plant-based meals into my cooking repertoire and have completely changed how I view vegan eating. Thank you!
@ziejackson62362 жыл бұрын
I'm so grateful she acknowledged people with disabilities, as a disabled person I have struggled a lot to go vegan (I haven't had meat or dairy for a few days) and reading vegan after vegan writing "its so easy" is less than encouraging, I watched earthlings and that is what has made me take the plunge but I'm not a great or inventive cook, I have difficulty preparing meals and getting and saying full and keeping myself energised and then there is the cost vegan alternatives are very pricey, I'm taking it one day at a time, I'm hoping I can improve upon things but this is really hard
@laurac545110 ай бұрын
Eat the rainbow grains beans salads. I bought frozen berries and vegetables and rolled oats. Don't know why I didn't put it together before
@truthnut2036 Жыл бұрын
Nisha is one of my absolute favorite vegan KZbinrs....she is adorable and genuine. She actually looks like she's having fun and not just here to try and make money. So happy she's inspiring people to adopt a compassionate lifestyle and realize that you're not "giving up" anything by going vegan, but gaining so much more ....helping the animals, helping the planet and improving your own health at the same time! It really should be a no brainer!
@obscurity72 жыл бұрын
As an omnivore, I love eating more vegan dishes because I find them super filling and (when you stick with whole food recipes) help me get more veg and legumes into my diet. My husband, who never met a meat he wouldn't try, has now eaten numerous vegan dinners and walked over to the stove for seconds and thirds. While I'll likely never transition to vegan fully, I do love the creativity and will gladly eat this way whenever I can.
@haileywatson58222 жыл бұрын
It sounds so silly to write down responses to people questioning your choice to go vegan but it’s honestly such a great piece of advice. After having many frustrating conversations where I just rambled and lost people’s attention I’ll definitely be making a script of sorts 🤣 I want to present veganism the way it deserves
@living_with_positivity80952 жыл бұрын
I am not vegan but I am mostly plant based. I’m working towards this goal though and a huge part of that is cooking! I love to cook but was not well versed in vegan cooking, however your channel has been so inspiring for me and other KZbinrs too. Thank you for these wonderful and delicious recipes! Cheers
@taniamarques94592 жыл бұрын
Hello everyone! I am not vegan, but recently I started to replace some of my daily (meat) meals by meals without meat or fish... specially lunch meals because is when I eat alone. I am far to become vegan, but let me tell that I am very surprised how vegan food can be so versatile and flavorful 😁 Thank you for changing my mind about what really vegan food is. Congratulations for the channel 👏👏
@_josephbogdan_2 жыл бұрын
Have your cook book and made many of your wonderful recipes. Have been whole plant based for over 5 years. Being diagnosed with diabetes scared me to change immediately. Reversed it in one month. The transition was easy and have never eaten any animal products since. Humans don’t really have too and that’s why the body adapts so quickly plant nutrients. Thank you for helping us thrive.
@RainbowPlantLife2 жыл бұрын
So nice to hear you’ve been making my recipes, Joseph! And even better to hear that you were able to reverse your diabetes so quickly!
@bettina16462 жыл бұрын
I bought an instant pot in 2020 and was looking for cookbooks and general instructions on how to use it. As an omnivore, I bought two books, yours and Jeffrey Eisner's. I haven't made a single one of his recipes, but your blog and cookbook recipes are now staples in our home. My instant pot has never seen any animal products in it and we're not missing a thing. Looking forward to your second book!
@jenmatt19232 жыл бұрын
I went plant based 13ish years ago after reading Eating Animals. I totally agree with you. My diet is far more diverse than it was pre-vegan. I eat such a variety of foods now from many different cultures.
@trishk.78762 жыл бұрын
Gosh, I didn't realize that book was so old! I went vegan not long after reading it in 2019, which I'd picked up by chance in an airport before a long-haul flight. It's the one book I recommend to anyone considering going vegan.
@jenmatt19232 жыл бұрын
@@trishk.7876 I am so happy to hear it's still being sold in retail outlets where space is limited! It was life-changing for me. The author put a lot of research into it. I picked up a copy from the bookstore after seeing him on Jon Stewart I believe. Jon was eating a plate of bacon during the interview. I think Jon has since gone vegan and opened a farm sanctuary. ❤
@anneuldahl2 жыл бұрын
That book was also the game changer for me, almost 10 years ago.
@gracep6272 жыл бұрын
My friend is allergic to dairy and eggs so your channel is awesome for helping us find healthy substitutes without failing in the taste department!
@stephenvandulken69482 жыл бұрын
I went vegan overnight two and a half years ago. I started cooking as my wife is a flexitarian (she used to do all the cooking) and cut down even more on processed food; have recently dumped sugar. I feel great, had no sickness during Covid (everyone else I knew was sick) and do not miss meat. I never liked chicken anyway but did love pork, bacon and veal.
@emills7672 жыл бұрын
Love this video! Next month I will have been vegan 17 years, and I still eat way more variety than before I went vegan. I really appreciate your channel for inspiring me to understand how to build flavors in a way that I never really had in the 15 years prior. You have gotten me out of my rut! I now know when to add aromatics and flavor boosters to get me to the flavor destination I want for my meal. Late last year my friends and I ran into you at dinner at Kindred and you were so delightful! Thank you for all your passion, delicious food, and hard work sharing such amazing food ideas!
@RainbowPlantLife2 жыл бұрын
☺️ I’m so honored to hear that! It’s amazing to hear you’ve been vegan for so long and so happy you’ve been learning how to make more exciting and flavorful meals! We love kindred, maybe we’ll see you there soon 😉
@empowerment.artist2 жыл бұрын
I think one of the hardest things is to eat differently than your family and friends, and to give up family and traditional foods of your country (unless you can veganise it:) I totally get it. Once I realised I am an adult who can make my own traditions even though I dont have kids, it was easier and became about making something fun for the holidays. When bringing food to a party for sharing, you contribute and many people are grateful and gobsmacked over how delicious it really is! Generally, its surprising to me that being vegan is so easy, and its very enjoyable, like Nisha says. I dont feel deprived, I feel blessed 😇and aligned with my values
@RainbowPlantLife2 жыл бұрын
I loved reading your comment and seeing how you adapted to a struggle and reframed it into something fun.
@tiffanyolivarez9042 жыл бұрын
You are literally the only vegan person I have found myself watching your videos from beginning to end. After watching a video on how they treated animals just so we could get our meats and it was where supposedly organic things came from I decided to cut it all out. Your tasty vegan dishes have helped me so much in wanting to stay this way. I made your vegan brownies last night and my kids were in love they literally kept asking me every 20 minutes “can we have another one, please mom.” 😂 I’ve made some in the past before and my kids new they were not “real brownies” is what they called them and threw them in the trash, but your recipe omg they were AMAZING. I’m so happy I found your channel, you are literally a life saver when it comes to cooking up delicious, amazing, tasty, vegan recipes. 💛
@jadiequinnie84332 жыл бұрын
I’m currently on my vegetarian to vegan journey. I was pollotarian for many years tried to bring red meat back into my diet felt terrible and decided it was time to go full vegetarian. After making that decision I decided why go halfway and am giving myself a year to transition completely from vegetarianism to veganism. It’s been difficult to cut out dairy (even though my body already hates it) but finding channels like yours has been really helpful in my journey! Thank you
@morighani10 ай бұрын
pollotarian 😭🤣🤣🤣 i’m crying
@94AnnaAnna2 жыл бұрын
YES for creativity! I've been doing veganuary this year and I can honestly say that my diet has never been this creative, fun and varied! 😊
@RainbowPlantLife2 жыл бұрын
Woohoo! How exciting! What have you been making?
@94AnnaAnna2 жыл бұрын
@@RainbowPlantLife So many delicious meals! Your lentil curry and tofu scramble are my staple meals from now on ☺ I also love baked beans, lentil, sweet potato and cauliflower curry, arugola pesto with chickpea pasta, vegan omlette, pea soup with smoked tofu, eggy spread made with tofu, meatless meatballs, savory pancakes with veggies, stew with vegan sausages and lentils or for dessert/snack some peanut butter bars and many more tasty meals 😃
@Spurz1662 жыл бұрын
I went vegan in 2019 and have to agree with everything you've shared here. I remember when I first went vegan the influx of questions and people who wanted ro argue with me over it. It was hard to know what to say to people. I have since done the same and scripted some answers and come backs for those times. 💜💜💜
@atroia12 жыл бұрын
It’s amazing how they want to argue about what nutrients you’ll most likely be deficient in! While they eat like crap. Or there’s the, “I tried going vegan for a week.” Lol or “I can’t give up my chicken but I don’t eat red meat.” Lmao. All the excuses. They should realize that some of us never thought we’d be vegan.
@Spurz1662 жыл бұрын
@@atroia1 exactly! I never thought I'd go vegan. It was not how I was brought up. We were poor and literally ate junk because it was cheaper than eating g healthy! I however have always been a lover of animals and after going vegan for my husband's health (yes he went vegan too) I have found that my beliefs and way of eating are so much more aligned now. 💜
@MindVersusMisery2 жыл бұрын
@@atroia1 "They should realize that some of us never thought we’d be vegan. " Omg, that was so true for me. I have this old photo from when I was on vacation with my parents and my brother. I had eaten 750 grams of ribs, and left the coleslaw. I never would have thought that I would go vegan a couple of years later. Today I am a passionate animal rights activist, and I will never use animals again in any shape or form!
@letsgoexplorecolorado8249 Жыл бұрын
I am serious when I say that your videos are the only ones that I am not skipping through or clicking out of before they are finished. From start to finish you keep us informed, entertained and interested. Thank you for this.
@siriusdepp2 жыл бұрын
1 and 2 were very true for me when I first went vegetarian and then vegan, but reactions from people I meet today are so much better than they used to be. As more people go vegan/start eating more plant-based, I’ve noticed people understand it and often have experiences with it (“I cooked this vegan recipe from ‘x’) these days. Keep sharing amazing vegan recipes and this will only get better!
@JA49JA892 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Your channel has helped me stick with the vegan lifestyle for almost a year now. I am the only vegan in my family and friend circles. Your channel and others help me feel a part of a vegan community and inspire me to continue to eat and live this way. This episode was especially helpful. You are an inspiration. Thank you again.
@RainbowPlantLife2 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad you’ve been able to feel like you’re part of this community! So happy you enjoyed this video too. Thanks for sharing, Jennifer!
@julietagarcia36832 жыл бұрын
I literally love you and your channel so much I'm 17 but started changing my diet at 16 thanks to you and now i am 100%vegan
@ocelotcat2 жыл бұрын
You will thank yourself for this great choice you've made when you're in your 60's. You'll see all these people on the "standard American diet" who are sickly and taking Rx meds by the truck load.....but you will be healthy and at your ideal weight and you'll have more energy than you know what to do with. Just make sure you keep a check on your Omega 3 index, & vitamin d & b12 levels. Make sure you include, in your daily meal plans, 1TBSP each ground flaxseed, chia seed, sesame seeds; at least an ounce of walnuts (or any other nuts you like, alternating them); mushrooms; onions; beans; berries; green leafy vegetables. Take a good quality EPA/DHA (Omega 3) supplement, zinc supplement, B12 vitamin supplement. Also a liposomal vitamin c . You'll do great things, I just know it. Peace 🕊️
@gauriganesh10702 жыл бұрын
Hi Nisha! I'm not vegan but I eat vegan at home thanks to you and Sweet Potato Soul! I'm definitely a lot better at meal prepping, stocking my pantry, and my creativity in the kitchen is amazing now!
@curryographer2 жыл бұрын
You are amazing Nisha . Keep inspiring us with your delicious vegan recipes. I have been making a lot of them and love every single one of them!🥰
@RainbowPlantLife2 жыл бұрын
☺️ thank you Sweta! So happy you’ve been making so many go recipes!
@suzannes58882 жыл бұрын
I quit eating meat in 1981, when in high school, while living in the desert southwest of Arizona....it was REALLY hard back then. It was very rare, and there was little to no support for vegetarianism or vegans. I wouldn't even tell people i didn't know, so as to avoid the strong reactions and judgment - because I would often get a very strong reaction, as so many people thought "only weirdos do that" - when in reality, people that don't eat meat are some of the healthiest people I know. ....funny thing is that at my 30 year high school reunion, I was just about the only one that had the same lean, athletic build that I had in high school.
@darianawrocka1072 жыл бұрын
11:30 this is the biggest one for me! I started dieting when I was 12. Lost weight very quickly and started getting attention. And I think that we all knows what a lot of attention does to a young girl. The only thing that kept the attention around me was staying thin and getting even thinner. This led to a ED from which I suffered all of my high school years and most of my studies. After I went vegan five years ago my relationship with food is getting healthier and healthier. Knowing that what u eat didn't make anyone suffer is taking away a lot of that afert eating guilt I felt before. I don't restrict myself most of the time because there is a lot of things I can't eat already (meat and dairy etc) and it's giving my mind this sense of freedom within. It's hard to explain but I noticed a not so small circle of ed recovery folks in vegan community and it makes me think there is something about it idk
@122Ginger2212 жыл бұрын
I love how upbeat and inspirational this video feels! Hearing about all the amazing food you have been able to eat, and all the wonderful benefits you've seen, just feels so good. I'm not vegan, but I feel like I operate from a plant-based starting point most of the time, and it has certainly improved my life. Thank you for sharing so much yummy goodness and for inspiring others!
@buildfixflip2 жыл бұрын
My family is transitioning to a fully plant based/vegan lifestyle and something surprising is that I am feeling more aligned with my values and something very surprising is like you said it is healing my relationship with food and putting me in a mindset all about health and wellness. This video is leaving me very inspired- thank you!!
@silvijab20162 жыл бұрын
I started following you and Pick Up Limes because after 22 years of cooking (started at 11), I found myself in a culinary rut. I was always a good and openminded cook willing to try anything, and I have to say, looking into vegan cooking has elevated my cooking game so much. Thank you! I am not vegan, but I went from having meat almost every day to having it maybe twice a week. My body and my taste buds mostly don't crave it anymore.
@wayofjuniper Жыл бұрын
I live in the South, and my family is not very accepting of my vegan lifestyle in an extremely negative fashion unfortunately, as well as my friends. This video and your channel me feel like I’m not alone, it is very rare to meet another individual that is vegan around where I live. Thank you, Nisha!💖
@FredericaFazbear2 жыл бұрын
I can relate to a lot of your points, and thanks to you, I’ve convinced my family to implement more plants in their diets. Appreciate your videos a ton!
@RainbowPlantLife2 жыл бұрын
That’s so awesome! Big win. Thanks for sharing :)
@chapman15692 жыл бұрын
I like to do vegan recipes but I cannot bring myself to use vegan butter, to me it is margarine. I grew up on margarine and once I tasted buter I couldn't go back to the man made stuff. When I see palm oil in the ingredients I put it back on the shelves. I hope that I will do more and more vegan food in the future. I am glad that you teach us rather than preach to us, your approach is positive and fun. It encourages me to cook vegan meals.
@doris69052 жыл бұрын
This video is so good on so many levels! Yes, you can't force your family and friends (not to mention other people) to go vegan by shaming them and their behaviour. But doing what you do and sharing delicious food, showing them that plant based meals can be healthy, responsible and yet satisfying and delicious is a total game changer. And I'm speaking as a meat eating person who fell in love with this channel. Now I'm cooking more vegetarian and vegan food myself, discovering new amazing flavours and I realize I don't really need as much meat in meals as before. Thank you! ❤️
@timothyscheuvront98292 жыл бұрын
I have started being vegan this month! My favorite meals are your Buffalo Chickpea Quesadilla and the Lentil Bolognese! I am down 8 pounds and I have never felt better. Thank you for sharing delicious meals and for encouraging a positive environment for beginner vegans!
@JaneDeuberInter2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I’m transitioning to vegan after being inspired by my son who took the leap a few years back and having fun with it. I so appreciate the wisdom, inspiration and recipes you bring through these videos. It is making this journey more fun and delicious. You are making a difference. 🙏🏻
@xanhadsell81602 жыл бұрын
this is the sweetest message ever. you going vegan because of your son probably means more to him than you’ll ever know
@nothemba19822 жыл бұрын
The joy of a regular (and beautiful) dump sealed the deal for me. A simple and underrated privilege. Not letting go of that in a hurry.
@RainbowPlantLife2 жыл бұрын
Seriously though! I never take that for granted!
@anniemcgough84602 жыл бұрын
So many great points! I'm not vegan, but I stopped buying meat and mostly eat plant-based foods, and the budget-saving thing is so true! I can buy SO MANY canned beans or dried lentils instead of buying meat. I also like that I can keep them in my pantry and they don't go bad within a few days. Also, I kind of love that I don't feel the need to wash my hands while cooking with things like lentils like I did when I was touching meat and worried about spreading germs.
@susangerdeman34712 жыл бұрын
I am not vegan (quite yet), but I so enjoy your channel. I appreciate your sweet personality, and you inspire me to eat better whenever I watch your videos! Thank you for your joy, and your culinary inspiration!
@jessepinkmansimp60902 жыл бұрын
i’m a vegetarian, and you’ve seriously convinced me to go full vegan! it’ll be a bit more difficult since i’m in junior high, because last time i brought tofu to lunch everyone made a big deal about it 🙄 but a few weird kids making fun of me is worth it to be better for the environment, and to keep my growing body healthy
@nyxh36312 жыл бұрын
I've been vegan for 4 years, and realise that this video might've helped me from 4 years ago a lot. I've made a similar mistake of "i can change everyone around me" and it honestly broke some of my interpersonal relationships. And i did not expect the hostility. Even now, i experience the judgement, so the idea of preparing stock answers helps a lot! Thank you so much for this video, this was really helpful 🌸🌸
@Mintushen2 жыл бұрын
Hello from Thailand. I always love your videos but this is, by far, my top favourite. I have always struggle with giving reasons and convincing meat eaters to eat less meat… I love that you share how to interact with non-vegans and getting me excited on making more delicious vegan food in different varieties of cuisines 🥰
@lauraketteridge3242 жыл бұрын
This year, I set myself the challenge to learn a new vegan recipe each month. In the past 2 months, it's been about 8. :o) It is wonderful when vegan friends come over - I don't have to puzzle over what to feed them. It's a choice of quite a number of dishes. We've found we are now eating about 2 meal meals a week, 2 vegan and 3 vegetarian. Our consumption of meat and dairy has reduce drastically. I anticipate this reducing even more as I learn new recipes. The biggest thing for me has been how helpful vegans have been. Not one person has made me feel bad about not being vegan. People have been sharing tips, and giving encouragement.
@marisaveilleux85332 жыл бұрын
Nisha I have a recipe suggestion/request - it’s a delicious junk food that’s not vegan. Loaded potato skins. Usually loaded with cheese and bacon topped with some sour cream. Oh my god so good. Never seen a vegan version and I think you’d make a great one!
@ilovesustainableenergy95632 жыл бұрын
you chould check out thee burger dude he makes heaps of vegan junk food
@annaelisavettavonnedozza96072 жыл бұрын
The fact that I’m an omnivore, but my mouth is watering at the glimpses of food you were making is awesome to me. I have been slowly flirting with the idea for years, but I was under the impression it was boring, tasteless, & way too difficult. This is such a welcoming perspective.
@nananinanana65625 күн бұрын
Yes!! Go vegan! 🎉 😊
@naomisaldana52002 жыл бұрын
It’s so powerful that veganism has changed your relationship with food. Because you have a cooking channel, I would have never guessed that you struggled with that. I am so happy for you that this lifestyle has given you healing in your relationship with food and yourself. Thanks for sharing 💗
@jazzminecurtis21762 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video. I don’t plan on being a strict vegan but I need to be dairy free for health and just like you said my meals don’t need to be planned around a hunk of meat. Thank you for your hard work and dedication to this content.
@azibi692 жыл бұрын
best thing about going vegan was not feeling like a total hypocrite anymore whenever i was petting whatever cute animal...
@carlab51112 жыл бұрын
Excellent information. I transitioned to vegan Jan 1 this year after being vegetarian for a little over a year. It’s been easier than I thought and it really is probably one of the best times to do it with all the grocery options and restaurant options as well as all the vegan KZbinrs providing inspiration. I am 56 and it was time to start talking about it and to just do it. Ironically my sister passed a away from a devastating stroke on Jan 17 which only made me more keenly aware that time is precious and to do the things that are important and live as intentionally as you described so well. Thank you!
@RainbowPlantLife2 жыл бұрын
Hi Carla, I’m so sorry to hear about your sister’s passing. But I’m glad to hear that your transition to veganism has been easy and rewarding. If you ever have questions, feel free to reach out / email us!
@carlab51112 жыл бұрын
@@RainbowPlantLife Thank you so much!
@KizetteandTotoro2 жыл бұрын
I Agree. I’m very rarely hungry between meals, I save tons of money (and rarely procuce rubbish, just top up my garden compost!), I never get a bellyache or heart burn… I just cannot believe how easy it was to go vegan (I am dairy intolerant so my only bad craving was eggs). It was just an afternoon reading vegetarian and vegan posts on Pinterest about cruelty free life…. the next day I was a vegetarian. I later started to try veganism two days per week, then three days per week... I was shocked at how long I had avoided thinking about the consequences of my selfish eating habits. I truly wish I had opened my eyes earlier. I feel terrible about my contribution to the suffering of animals and the destruction of our beautiful planet. Thank you for your tips. Your recipes are wonderfully delicious. I cook one to three of your recepies every week.
@fudgen.a12492 жыл бұрын
I’m not a vegan, but I’ve been trying to find more channels like yours for cooking more plant based foods and learning how to cook meat alternatives. It’s going… Okay. Thanks.
@davidhawkins92602 жыл бұрын
I found your channel while learning about the vegan diet. Now I just watch your videos while I lay awake hungry at night.
@Idontknowwhatiwanttobe2 жыл бұрын
Am totally not a vegan and will probably not be going vegan in the next few years, but the way you explain things like this is just so amazing.
@moretyquira2 жыл бұрын
I want to see you and Pick Up Limes in the same room and see what amazing recipes you two would come up with 😍
@Weeem2 жыл бұрын
My g/f and I did a 12 week vegan experiment a few years ago. We ate pretty a pretty healthy low-meat diet before so we didn't feel that much physically different, but we were definitely a little bit "cleaner" or "brighter". It's hard to explain in words the feeling. And after the first week we pooped .... a lot lol. I was always regular, but it went from once a day after breakfast to 4+ times a day :o What we saved on meat we paid for in tp lol
@hope19222 жыл бұрын
I discovered your channel recently and I have to say I love it! I had to give up dairy for health reasons (turns out I am lactose intolerant 🙃 😭) so I set to find ways to eat without dairy and I stumbled on your channel which has been fantastic! I don't eat a ton of meat to begin with so now I'm a fake vegan eating the occasional egg 😂
@cheryltotty8042 жыл бұрын
Just received your cookbook yesterday and am so excited to give some of the recipes a try! As a graphic designer, I want to add that I appreciate that it's hardback, the photos are lovely, and the layout is well done. Hopefully, the food will be as good as the book. :) Thanks for your awesome videos!
@chuckharrel82722 ай бұрын
I know this video is edited to quickly get through the content. I had the catch my breath at the end. Do love your content and your recipes. You are a joy!
@preethitulasi2 жыл бұрын
😍I proud we all r true cruelty free vegans. Any one from India 🇮🇳 telangana state.🤩
@macuisinesanssulfites41016 ай бұрын
Since discovering my husband’s high intolerance to additives (sulfites in particular) as well as dairy over ten years ago I started cooking a lot, I mean A LOT more and using only fresh ingredients. I can relate to a lot of what you said: the pointlessness of trying to convince people additives are bad for their health (ours is much better now than when we were in our fifties!!!), reading labels ad nauseam, getting « regular », the importance of having nuts in the pantry for snacking, planning ahead especially when traveling… We are not vegan but I cook meatless meals on a regular basis and have successfully tried some of your recipes. So thank you for sharing your experience and your creativity.
@vm30162 жыл бұрын
I have been a lonely vegetarian (no one in my circle is) for about 15 years, but I have leaned more into vegan choices the past few years. I bought your Instant Pot cookbook that I use on a regular basis. Eggs and some cheeses are my downfall, although I have reduced the consumption. Reading labels (animal rennet in Parmesan 😱) has helped, too. Thank you for your videos.
@tara15552 жыл бұрын
Oh dear! I totally understand how this feels
@jadeskymoon2 жыл бұрын
I'm not vegan by any way, we are more so omnivore, but absolutely love vegan dishes, especially seitan too! But the channel has helped immensely to keep wonderful veggies in the diet in different ways and learn how to prepare them. What got me watching was how nice and none judgemental it was!
@lisadonato34292 жыл бұрын
I've been vegan for 3 months and I couldn't be more happy. I agree so much with this video. I think that animal food such as meat, cheese, eggs, etc are kinda a cheat because those food already tastes good by itself. However, once you get into cooking vegan food there is a wayyyyy larger variety that can easily replace the animal products and it makes the dish a lot more interesting. It also takes zero sacrifices to both animals and your health. I used to always get stomachaches but within the 3 months (and going) I've only gotten stomachaches that one time when I ate a double chocolate gnache tart after eating an entire chipotle burrito, and also the one time I was sick with corona. Other than that, I feel pure and motivated more than ever.
@ladicali8501 Жыл бұрын
Crazy thing is. I went vegan 🌱 in February 2022 and my doctor actually told me it is totally okay to add some lean meats and dairy into my diet. And that it’s not sustainable being plant based forever. I was highly offended considering I was so excited about my new journey as a vegan but understood not everyone will understand my way of life. My body, my choice. 🌱
@Lala473622 жыл бұрын
Wow I loved this video it was so refreshing and non judgy. I’m not vegan I’m just flexitarian, but this does inspire me to go at least like 90% vegan
@lizcoyle41682 жыл бұрын
Loved the cameo from your family, so cute!
@RainbowPlantLife2 жыл бұрын
Haha yes, they are very cute 😊
@marshawolfkamp76042 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with the no pressure approach. My husband and I are omnivores who have been incorporating more vegan/vegetarian meals into our life .... and loving it!! Your recipes and laid back style make cooking like this very approachable...thank you for your inspiration.
@imola242 жыл бұрын
I started eating so much more variation of foods when I went vegan. When people eat animals their perspectives and plates are so small. Great video! xx
@abidavies1542 жыл бұрын
I was surprised about how it made me think about cooking and how much more engaged and creative I was. I love tofu scramble 😋 It is also easy just to eat mash and baked beans though. I'm often so tired doing shift work at the hospital
@melissadepillolozano3652 жыл бұрын
I'm a meat eater using your channel to find more recipes to make veggies,legumes,and grains more flavorful. I grew up with them being bland and a side thought. I want them to be something I look forward to. I also want to feel better. I noticed a salad for lunch prevents the afternoon slump.
@nayomiegh7 ай бұрын
not fully vegan yet but i’ve had a dairy allergy since birth and now don’t cook meat for myself. i’ll always be grateful for the vegan community for driving up the demand for dairy free dupes!!
@rowenaanderson37392 жыл бұрын
No more headaches. No pain relief in my house. I thought headaches were normal but they are not.
@janvas76902 жыл бұрын
What an amazing presentation! Presented with feeling and conviction peppered with humour! I’m halfway there have been a veggie for 30 years but haven’t really focussed on a healthy diet! Am going to buy your books and commit to full plant based diet! My downfall is cheese!,
@Alina_Schmidt2 жыл бұрын
I get the cheese thing. Personally I found the Buffalo chickpea Quesaidillas on this channel very helpful. Nisha has a vegan cheese recepie for them which I bet is great, but because I don‘t buy vegan yogurt often I usually go by this: 150 gram potato 60 gram carrots 1 medium sized onion some water 60 gram Cashews 1 clove of garlic 1 teaspoon mustard 1 teaspoon lemon juice 70 gram vegan butter pinch of salt 4 tablespoons nutritional yeast Cook potatos, carrots and the onion until soft, soak your cashews, then blend everything together. Works on casseroles, too.
@JPxKillz2 жыл бұрын
I was the first person in my life to go vegan. No jokes from others, no resentment, just "I respect that." If you're friends make fun of you, belittle you, they aren't your friends and you should find people that respect your life decisions. They will pull you down more than you know.
@heyspeckle87822 жыл бұрын
I've been vegan for 10 years (time flies!). I'm really glad there is much more information, recipes and meat/dairy alternatives out there now. The tedious Q&A's have become more easy to handle - I can just send them to a channel like yours (which I frequently do, your recipes are amazing). :D And as I have gotten older, it's now easier for me to set boundaries and say "listen, I've had this conversation a million times, is it ok if I just send you some links?"
@shreyarao21062 жыл бұрын
Great boundary setting! I'm not a vegan but I think I'll use this statement for some other tiresome convos
@Krsoorv2 жыл бұрын
In 2019 December I turned into a vegetarian n still I follow it.
@wyrmes2 жыл бұрын
Your point about eating more exciting and varied food once going vegan is so completely true! I used to hate cooking and would only want to eat the same meals I always had. Now I'm so adventurous with my cooking and my spouse and I try new vegan recipes every week.
@lcummings19242 жыл бұрын
I’m almost at my 1 yr vegan anniversary. The most surprising things for me in my journey are the variety of foods I eat now. My pantry is full of new & different items and I use so many different spices & seasonings. The last surprising thing is how eating vegan has developed my creativity in the kitchen !
@Akashuia2 жыл бұрын
I would really love to see more of your “what I eat in a week” videos. It really helps as a starting point. And I like that you include the meal prep step.
@michellej56162 жыл бұрын
I've been lacto ovo vegetarian for 25 years. I watch your channel because I enjoy kickass vegan recipes. Lately, because of my interest in learning new recipes, we are eating vegan more often and I love that.
@ocelotcat2 жыл бұрын
Nisha, you're the best! Great video and recipes..... I've got a nearly identical background in school as you, and I felt the exact same way after a point (including the digestive issues). So I felt a kindred spirit in you for both your choices in life and for your amazing journey into vegan healthy eating. You are an inspiration and a welcome respite in this chaotic world. I just ordered your instant pot cook book, looking forward to making all those great recipes. Thank you. Peace 🕊️
@Mustafa-hg4lh2 жыл бұрын
I went vegan for 6 months (I had trouble commiting to it for several reasons) and i didn't realize I related to most of these points, now that im back to my "regular" diet and look back at the time i was vegan I realize how especially energetic and full/satiated i would be. Going vegan was one of the best choices i made in my life and starting tomorrow i will once again attempt to go Vegan. Thank you for motivating me to make this choice. PS: you and your videos rock, i learned alot of tips from you while i was vegan and still making newbie mistakes. Edit: i just realized i made this choice while munching on dark chocolate with whey protein, I'll start after this bar❤️
@OpenUp.2 жыл бұрын
yeah man, go for it. Glad you don't give up and try again. I think we all did and maybe do some 'mistakes' in our diet, since it's never really been teached, except if your parents are good cooks and know a lot about it. Maybe a Vegan cookbook with general info about nutrition on a vegan diet could help you out. It helped me a ton and I was amazed about how little I actually know about all of this and where my mistakes were.😂 Wish you a happy start 😘✌You can do it😊
@MrDarrylR Жыл бұрын
Off-topic: For those whose job/lifestyle involves a lot of typing, and who have ever suffered sore wrists, I highly recommend the keyboard Nisha is using at 0:46. The same one (Kinesis Freestyle 2) has saved my wrists for thousands of pages of writing. Your fingers will get used to this more natural wrist orientation in about a week, and they are usually available used at auction sites at reasonable prices. My only gripes have been with learning to avoid the Fn and Cntl buttons with my left pinky.
@weronikawalker96502 жыл бұрын
After going vegan I lost some weight, even though I wasn't trying. Cutting out cheese really helped! On the other hand, I am always hungry. All the time. I have a very physical job and no amount of snacks seem to be enough - but that's okay because they are mostly healthy and I don't feel bad about it. for someone who really likes food, more snacks is actually a plus!