The Starch Solution: 5 Things You Should Stop Doing To Lose Weight.

[@MaryTheMerryVegan]

I have got this! I learned I cannot eat those huge bowls of food some people on this lifestyle do. I'm 73 and smaller portions work best for me. I eat till I'm about 80% full. That is the ticket for me. Thank you for your videos and great information and support!

[@silvialopezfonseca6154]

That's right! I'm 72 and I need smaller portions too.

[@beth8894]

Me too,74 eating smaller meals, sometimes even skip dinner. And this is from veteran over-eater, who knew!

[@amycaruthers7858]

Almost 77 here, and totally agree! Smaller portions than even 5 years ago.

[@ChewonVegan]

You are so welcome! So glad you figured out what works for you💚

[@ChewonVegan]

So glad you found what works for you💚

[@wackthegood8884]

4 months after this video aired - I've got this. You are sooooo down to earth and relatable. When there are so many glamorous 20-somethings-making recipies with 50 organic ingredients, with their perfect glistening smiles, and I feel disconnected from their glamorous lives... you are beautiful - and wholesome, and yet relatable for an over-fifty lady who does not spend her days on Instagram. You are heaven-sent. Thank you so much for your honesty and for being so 'normal'.

[@ChewonVegan]

Thank you so much for your kind words. I so appreciate it. I'm so happy that you find my videos relatable and helpful to you. It means a lot

[@deborahs8941]

My main girl on KZbin

[@ChewonVegan]

losing weight isn't always about what you should do. What you shouldn't do can be just as important. Remember you've got this!

[@beverlydristas4384]

I love that you are so honest! I needed to hear this and remember to speak kind to myself.. Thank you Miss Debbie for all your hard work and help..

[@ChewonVegan]

You are so welcome! I am so glad you found it helpful. Thank you for watching and supporting my channel💚

[@barbaramason2111]

Always remember if you mess up in your food journey, you can correct it at the next meal. You don't need to wait for tomorrow. Love your channel. Thanks for the encouragement.

[@ChewonVegan]

Exactly! You are so welcome 😁

[@palomasandoval6806]

This video was very helpful! I found that being plant based has really shown me how to eat. I never in my life have been able to eat at a healthy pace, stop before getting uncomfortablly full but, things are changing for me and it feels good.

[@ChewonVegan]

That's awesome.! So glad you found the video helpful💚

[@jeffpf38]

Debbie, this is a great video! It's always great to have reminders such as this. It doesn't always have to be recipes. This is actually an area that I don't hear other macdougallers talking about enough, in my opinion. Thank you for putting this together.

[@ChewonVegan]

You are so welcome So glad it was helpful! I think it is important to talk about the struggles as well as the wins.

[@khristiana4ever]

Really great advice, especially about not being so hard on yourself. I GOT THIS!!!!

[@ChewonVegan]

You got this! Thanks for watching!

[@lindamills9412]

I thought I was the only one doing this especially at night and my weight loss has stopped thanks for the advice. I’m not a failure I got this 👍a few changes and off we go x Linda UK

[@ChewonVegan]

You're welcome! Of course you are not a failure, you got this💚 Keep it simple and be consistent🤗

[@DonnyOsmondFan4Ever]

I’ve got this… My 1st 3 months of eating WFPB/ SOS Free/Vegan was a living nightmare and I honestly felt like I was detoxing from drugs. I told my Dr this and she told me that my body was adjusting to not having all those bad foods I used to eat and trying to get used to eating good nutritional healthy foods and that if I would just stick with it eventually it would work out and I would start feeling so much better. I’m so glad that I listened to her and I put my trust in her that she was guiding me in the right direction and in 5 months time I’ve lost 35 pounds and accomplished getting off of all my blood pressure medication that I have been taking for over 20 years. It was affecting me mentally and physically and I’m just so happy that I stuck with it and hope that I will continue to lose the weight and get off of more medication and feel better than I have ever felt in my life. Donna 🌹💞

[@ChewonVegan]

That's so awesome! Congratulations for staying committed to the process. Sounds like it paid off big time. Getting off blood pressure meds is no easy feat. You've definitely got this!!! Thank you so much for sharing💚

[@DonnyOsmondFan4Ever]

Debbie I still have a long ways to go, but I’m feeling confident about it, and I hope that I do accomplish everything I have set out to do. Donna 🌹💞

[@ChewonVegan]

@@DonnyOsmondFan4Ever It's about progress not perfection. You will get there. Keep your eye on the prize (weight loss and better health) Keep it simple and stay consistent

[@DonnyOsmondFan4Ever]

@@ChewonVegan Thank You ☺️

[@annienorman6154]

I’ve got this! I totally needed to hear this today! Thank you so much!

[@ChewonVegan]

You are so welcome! Glad it was helpful. you've got this!💚

[@flow3844]

Thank you so much Debbie! So useful ; resonates so much with me...! (got this! I hope!)

[@ChewonVegan]

You are so welcome! You got this!!

[@cvholm5904]

You’re a guiding light for us newbies

[@ChewonVegan]

Thank you so much💚💚😍

[@cvholm5904]

@@ChewonVegan 100% true! You deserve all the praise 👍🏼

[@nicolaparin761]

Excellent video Debbie I found it very inspiring. I am a late night snacker I just ate nearly 1 cup of nuts and it's 1 am!! So your video put it all into perspective I can't just have 2 or 3 nuts like I think I can when I buy them so don't buy them LOL. Very best wishes coming your way..especially love the little out takes at the end xxxx

[@ChewonVegan]

Thank you💚 Yes, it's amazing how those nuts add up. If it's in your house it's in your mouth. Best just not to buy them. Glad you are liking my bloopers.

[@TheCrochetFanatic]

I’ve got this. Thank you for your sincerity and understanding, and sharing your own experiences with us. It is complicated to change a lifestyle and requires an optimistic perspective for sure. Every day is a new day!

[@ChewonVegan]

You are so welcome! So glad you found it helpful. And remember you do got this!!

[@janiegulick5674]

I’ve got this! I wish that were true, but sadly I’ve been sneaking in foods not so good for me and it shows. Recently it’s been pistachios and the occasional Beyond Burger 😣. I know what I need to do, I just need to get into the right mindset. Life does throw curve balls from time to time

[@elizabethalderman3495]

Do beyond burgers honestly taste good? Afraid to try.

[@karenrubinstein]

Me too

[@ChewonVegan]

Absolutely! Be kind to yourself and you will get there when you are ready. Thanks for sharing💚

[@ChewonVegan]

Too realistic for me and way to processed and high in fat.

[@ChewonVegan]

not worth it.

[@colleenc5008]

I've got this! I was one of those that thought I could eat as much as I wanted. Well I can't, and it's a hard habit to break. Thanks for the reminders.

[@ChewonVegan]

You got this! Little reminders can really help sometimes.💚

[@abbygailhavel3655]

I’ve Got This!!! Always helpful to hear this, We appreciate You, Blessings💖

[@ChewonVegan]

You are so welcome! Glad it was helpful💚

[@beth8894]

#1 mindless eating rang true with me. I love to cook and found myself 'grazing' during meal preps then still eating big meal. Weightloss was way slow, then stopped. So I munched on baby carrots at that time. Then after a while, got out of the habit of grazing. I started losing weight again. Now, strange but true..I don't snack between meals at all. Thank you for this great information!

[@ChewonVegan]

Love that! Thank you sharing💚

[@ruthruiz1469]

I’ve got this, that’s exactly how I felt 😊 really glad you made this video 👏🏼

[@ChewonVegan]

Glad it was helpful!

[@bohemiangoddess2]

I've got this! Thank you Debi. 😊

[@ChewonVegan]

You are so welcome! You've go this for sure!!

[@rebeccahoward4163]

I have got this. I appreciate the heart to heart talk. I needed to hear this.

[@ChewonVegan]

So glad it was helpful! And yes you've got this!!

[@sherrylenser]

I’ve Got This !! Thank you so much for you and for your videos ! I just ❤️them .

[@ChewonVegan]

You are so welcome! And yes you do got this💚

[@smallfootprint2961]

Thank you for these reminders.

[@ChewonVegan]

You are so welcome💚

[@terrygrenald8414]

I have got this; definitely helps. Thx for your encouragement

[@ChewonVegan]

You are so welcome Glad it was helpful! And you do have this💚

[@patrickmchugh5180]

so informative. thank you

[@ChewonVegan]

You're welcome! Hope it was helpful😀

[@michelebridge1126]

I’ve got this !!!! I’ve been struggling of late, not eating off plan, but not losing any weight. Thanks 🙏

[@ChewonVegan]

You got this! You are welcome, glad it was helpful💚

[@mandiprocknowful]

I've got this! #3 is good for me to be aware of. I eat too much, too fast. Being too busy and trying to eat quickly, also being taught to "finish what's on your plate", I don't pay attention to when I get full. After I have had too much, too fast, and I'm too full.

[@ChewonVegan]

Yes! It's easy to eat super fast when you are really hungry. It takes practice to slow down and enjoy it. You got this💚

[@pgreen6840]

You are a breathe of fresh air. I enjoy your honesty and human insightfulness. You've got this and i am blessed to have found found out how to reboot my life!!! Thank you Deb!!!!

[@ChewonVegan]

You are so welcome! Thank you so much for your kind words I truly appreciate you💚 It makes me happy to know this video helped you.

[@lauraeleazer2396]

I couldn’t agree more. You give us sound advice from what works for you as you continue to offer simple, manageable and delicious recipes that aren’t crazy expensive. Thank you for all you do by providing us with this healthy way of life. I love your style and mannerisms. You just make it so easy to do. Thanks again for spreading Dr McDougall’s message in your own special way! I’m a fan!

[@ChewonVegan]

@@lauraeleazer2396 thank you so much Laura. Your words mean the world to me. You made my day. Thank you for your support ❤️

[@reynaclaire8652]

I've got this!! I have been on starch solution for a little over a year and I have stalled after 20 lb weight loss. I think its all on me though because of exercise but that is something I can easily jump into. I feel great and do have occasional bad days but I won't give up! Slowly but surely I will reach my goals and the most important of those goals is to be healthy everything else will fall into place!! Thank u so much for your encouragement we do need it sometimes 💗 💕 💓

[@ChewonVegan]

You are so welcome! I know you've got this for sure. I can tell you have the right mindset💚

[@jgrysiak6566]

How many times a day are u eating & snacking?

[@ChewonVegan]

@@jgrysiak6566 2 meals one at 2:30 and one at 6:30 done by 7. sometimes a snack or two, fruit or hummus and crackers. I fast for 18-20 hours depending on the day.

[@BettyHorn]

You made some great points. Thank you.

[@ChewonVegan]

You're very welcome Glad it was helpful💚

[@KimandCaptDean]

I’ve got this! Thank u for all u do!

[@ChewonVegan]

You are so welcome And yes you do got this💚

[@virginiasmith8327]

I’ve got this! Thank you 😊

[@ChewonVegan]

You're so welcome! And yes you do💚

[@rcfnc]

I've got this. Thanks for the tips Debi.

[@ChewonVegan]

You are so welcome! Hope it was helpful, and you do got this!

[@sowmindful1501]

I’ve got this!

[@ChewonVegan]

Absolutely 💯 you do!

[@doloresg1582]

I've got this. Excellent. Thanks.😀😀

[@ChewonVegan]

Yes you do!

[@dazedebbie9362]

I have got this

[@ChewonVegan]

You sure do!!

[@ellie4jc009]

I’ve got this, Debi, thank you! 😊👍🏻💕

[@ChewonVegan]

You are so welcome! And do got this!!

[@chp21600]

I'm in a house with a revolving door of SAD family. Ugh.

[@ChewonVegan]

I can relate. You just have to be consistent and remember why you are doing this. Lead by example.

[@leanashaari9749]

I've got this..Love your videos..They are very helpful..

[@ChewonVegan]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@terril6943]

I've got this! You are such a refreshing and down-to-earth person. I struggle with mindless eating. Thank for admonishing us to be mindful of this. If I brush my teeth after my last meal, I won't snack.

[@ChewonVegan]

Thank you so much!! I glad my videos are helpful to you. Thank you for watching ♥️

[@rollingstone3017]

Odd. On page 2 of The McDougall Program for Maximum Weight Loss he states “You can forget portion control forever”. He goes on “Meanwhile,you will lose weight”. “ That’s the experience of hundreds of thousands of people who have followed my program”.

[@ChewonVegan]

Absolutely. He also says to eat till you are comfortably full. But we are all different especially those of us that are post menopausal. It's not a one size fits all. Yes it is one size fits mist. But if you aren't losing weight on the starch solution then you may want to adjust.

[@rockyblueberries9723]

Where can I find your news letter? Just started Mary’s mini……made the potato broccoli waffle so good.

[@ChewonVegan]

There is a link in the description box or you can go on my website chewonvegan.com

[@tersiahorgang]

I got this.... Thanks for the great support, and helping us..

[@ChewonVegan]

You got this! You are so welcome! Glad you found it helpful💚

[@SomewhereInIndiana1816]

Great reminders

[@ChewonVegan]

You bet!

[@geetasheth7047]

In your diet do you have fresh juices?fruit & vegetable juices. Please can you guide me or your opinion is much important, as love juice.

[@ChewonVegan]

Juicing is not recommended on the starch solution. It is better to eat the whole fruit or veggie. Juice is too caloric dense. Unless you are not trying to lose weight. If you haven't reade the starch solution I would recommend you doing so. Also check out Jeff novick and chef AJ on you tube to learn more about calorie density. I hope that helps❤️

[@deborahs8941]

I’m 69 I’m not trying to lose weight trying to be in good health, Following your videos I adjust accordingly, sometimes at a little fat to my diet In a good way

[@ChewonVegan]

That is perfect! I do the same. I know when my body needs a bit of healthy fat like avocado or nuts.

[@sherrysalamone9331]

I’ve got this! Thanks for the encouragement.

[@ChewonVegan]

You are so welcome! and you absolutely got this!

[@kathyallen5121]

I am watching this while my overweight husband is eating a cheeseburger and fries complaining of wanting to get rid of his belly. I love him and would love to do this together. It makes me feel so far from him when everyone but him is on board. All his crap food is so tempting some days!! I decided to be a good role model for my kids and leave it at that. Thank you for your videos - they are incredibly helpful.

[@ChewonVegan]

That's really all you can do! Lead by example. My husband is not 100% plant based but eats so much better than he did when I went vegan 11 years ago. Be patient, he may never be 100% but he will feel your influence and see your progress. When I started really getting into cooking he started loving the food. So give it time. My husband and I have learned to respect each others choices.

[@terriissac5306]

I eat really well, and excercise and I gained on this eating plan, had to stop and l'm trying to get these pounds off. Glad it worked for some.

[@ChewonVegan]

Interesting! Eating low calorie density can help.

[@mikasi3228]

I got this!!!

[@ChewonVegan]

Yes you do💯

[@meganfrazier]

I’ve got most of this! My struggle has been eating and grazing until I’m uncomfortably full. I do like to eat smaller portions and to eat more often (5-6 times a day). Is that healthy? I’ve heard conflicting advice.

[@ChewonVegan]

I prefer to eat 2 to 3 times a day. For me it helps with insulin resistance. But if eating 5-6 times a day works for you then that is all that matters. It's not unhealthy.

[@maryjoymath3545]

I've got this. Yes, this was helpful, working on vegan and Mediterranean. Your talk helps us all on any lifetime health choice!👧🦋

[@ChewonVegan]

Yes you got this! So glad it was helpful💚 Best of luck to you🤗

[@mrs.broccoli4362]

I´ve got this. I´ll send this great video to some of my patience - they need to watch you. Like always thank you Debi, you are such a gift.

[@ChewonVegan]

Thank you so much and for sure you've got this!

[@annecordell6824]

Thank you for the encouragement! I’ve got this!

[@ChewonVegan]

You got this! and you are so welcome💚

[@brendaalexander1923]

Hi Debbie great video thanks for sharing 👍

[@ChewonVegan]

You are so welcome, thanks for watching ♥️

[@chp21600]

I've got this. Thank you!!!

[@ChewonVegan]

You're so welcome! and you absolutely got this!

[@pambroderick4275]

Thank you, Debi! I needed to hear this. I’ve got this!

[@ChewonVegan]

You are so welcome! Glad it was helpful💚

[@elizabethalderman3495]

I've got this! No I don't But I've gotten allot better

[@ChewonVegan]

You absolutely got this, because you have the right attitude and a sense of humor about it💚😉

[@gils1930]

I needed this reminder. Thank you.🌱💚

[@ChewonVegan]

You are so welcome! So glad it was helpful💚

[@cyndierositzke9691]

I’ve got this! Thank you

[@ChewonVegan]

You're so welcome! and yes you do!!

[@HappyMindAffirmations]

I have got this! Thank you 🙏😊

[@ChewonVegan]

You're so welcome! Yes you absolutely got this💚

[@raebridges4021]

I've got this! I loved the pep talk at the end. I needed that! Thank you! 💖

[@ChewonVegan]

You're so welcome! And you do got this💚

[@georgianawickenden563]

Wow right on I so needed to be reminded of this ty

[@ChewonVegan]

You're welcome! Glad it was helpful💚

[@jgrysiak6566]

Yes, we don't exercise excessively & no longer walk 5 miles a day to lose weight

[@sharonschimmel2026]

Thank you so much, Debi, "I've Got THIS". You are a blessing!

[@ChewonVegan]

You are so welcome! And thank you so much! you got this for sure!!💚

[@traceykaminski7874]

I've got this! 💜🤩💜

[@ChewonVegan]

Yes you do!!

[@debbiepallett3026]

I’ve got this, thanks Deb, yes to been to hard on myself 🤗

[@ChewonVegan]

You got this! You are so welcome! It's okay to give yourself a break💚

[@carriekill9098]

I've got this❤

[@ChewonVegan]

Yes you do!!

[@Empress1011]

I've got this 👌🏾

[@ChewonVegan]

Yes you do!♥️

[@sheliasmith599]

I've Got This!!!

[@ChewonVegan]

Yes you do!!

[@FF-pn7fx]

Thank you dear Debbie for this helpful video. I never fully understand that 600 calories per pound thing. Did you have a video where you go deeper in that topic? We here in Europe have grams.

[@ChewonVegan]

You are so welcome! So glad it was helpful. I have not made a dedicate video to low calorie density. I have mentioned it a few times in different videos but haven't done a deep dive. I think now is the time. Thanks for the idea💚

[@ChewonVegan]

@@kiwifeijoa I'm posting on that on Tuesday

[@KathleenMurrayShadeQueen]

I have got this! 🙌🏻

[@ChewonVegan]

You sure do!

[@beth8894]

Oh, I've got this!

[@ChewonVegan]

Oh you do for sure!

[@juliehoffman841]

I’ve got this❤️

[@ChewonVegan]

Yes you do!!

[@lolasactingschool3611]

I've got this!!

[@ChewonVegan]

Oh yes you do 💯

[@zueblue22]

I've got this!!

[@ChewonVegan]

Yes you do!

[@mistygoodwin6361]

I’ve got this!

[@ChewonVegan]

Yes you do! Thank you so much for watching💚

[@janineelias5633]

I’ve got this.

[@ChewonVegan]

Yes you do! Thank you for watching💚

[@cindraamundsen2197]

I have got this.😊

[@ChewonVegan]

Yes you do!!

[@trudymcdermott7428]

I''ve got this.

[@ChewonVegan]

Yes you do!!

[@tracey2477]

I’ve got this 🍓

[@ChewonVegan]

yes you do!!

[@angelaspielbusch1237]

I’ve got this 😉

[@ChewonVegan]

Your sure do!

[@cheryljohnston7095]

I’ve got this!

[@ChewonVegan]

Yes you do!

[@ladyfae4797]

I've got this!

[@ChewonVegan]

Yes you do!!

[@dhilrukshi]

I’ve got this!

[@ChewonVegan]

Yes you do!!

[@chrissyimmenschuh961]

I've got this!

[@ChewonVegan]

💯💚

[@judydallaguarda2927]

I’ve got this!

[@ChewonVegan]

Yes you do!!

[@juliegregory1537]

I’ve got this!

[@ChewonVegan]

You sure do!

[@Marilyn7733]

I’ve got this!

[@ChewonVegan]

You sure do!

[@janetsimon2445]

I’ve got this!

[@ChewonVegan]

Absolutely 💯

[@michelledee9304]

I've got this.

[@ChewonVegan]

Of course your do!

[@TheKarenMayes]

I have got this!

[@ChewonVegan]

Yes you do💚

[@bonniemueller1308]

I’ve got this!

[@ChewonVegan]

Yes you do! Thanks for watching ♥️

[@sherryclinton9854]

I've got this

[@ChewonVegan]

You sure do! Thanks for watching ♥️

[@kathymorgan3979]

I've got this

[@ChewonVegan]

Yes you do!!

[@debseyler2817]

I’ve got this

[@ChewonVegan]

Absolutely 💯

[@georgianawickenden563]

I’ve got this

[@ChewonVegan]

Yes you do!

[@liviawhittaker1485]

I’ve got this

[@ChewonVegan]

Yes you do!!

[@nevaswift3382]

I've got this

[@ChewonVegan]

Yes you do!