What I eat in a day | Vegan HIGH Protein Meal Prep

[@999Cxrlxs]

Great to have you back! Had brain surgery last Christmas and I’m now vegan. Super helpful to have a vegan bodybuilder to look up to

[@NimaiDelgado]

Ah wow I hope you’re doing better now! Best of luck in that journey. Appreciate your support too.

[@davidrosenthal5795]

Hang in there and glad you are doing ok. Only way I’d be Vegan is if I had brain surgery and they changed me while I was under.

[@fullyplantedlife3038]

@@davidrosenthal5795 Reason being?

[@PaypalBank]

Hope your doing good bro! Keep truckin stay strong

[@made.online2149]

@@davidrosenthal5795 History will only remember you as a nameless face of the millions who were complicit in the greatest act of cruelty this planet has ever known.

[@ShayPeters0n]

Just a heads up for anyone who loves coffee like I do. Caffeine decreases the amount of vitamins and minerals your body can absorb, so it's best to avoid drinking it with any meals just so you get all your vitamins from our meals.

[@isaiah8318]

Caffeine is so bad. I quit drinking it and never looked back. Better sleep, better digestion, less anxiety.

[@DanteLikesRock]

source?

[@the1andonlytrav]

I finished the You Are What You Eat series on Netflix and just saw your channel in my feed. I'm so glad I found you! I became Vegan 4 years ago and have lost over 100lbs so far. I'm hoping to lose another 80lbs and start bulking up. You're definitely motivating me. Thank you!

[@Samuraibo]

I just saw the same series and excited to learn about gaining muscle mass as a vegan (which i am not but planning to transition)

[@marloaguilar10]

Same here !!

[@jmighty33zero]

Same I'm glad. But also it's kind of terrifying how these companies are putting what you're watching into your phone cuz you're just tracking everybody. I hate it but here I am

[@stardustinmydna9272]

Top tip to remove all pesticides from fruit and veggies is to soak them in water with a tsp of bicarbonate of soda. Studies have shown that a 15minute soak removed all residues and pesticides, those veggie washes didn’t seem to do much except remove soil and surface dirt. ❤

[@isabellezablocki7447]

"Tofu is pretty bland by itself. I would imagine like chicken". I love this. It comes from someone who never had meat in his life. I envy you. Wish my parents had raised me vegetarian at least.

[@slaffkas]

It's never late at any age. I started at 46. You will get your benefits.

[@isabellezablocki7447]

@@slaffkas Oh I am vegan now and have been for 17 years. Just wish I had been since birth, that's all. Congrats on you for switching your diet.

[@Casey-ql5xg]

Chicken is kinda bland on its own man

[@PooPooBanana2]

Broccoli stems are hella nutritious - don't let these go to waste! Chop up as small as you need

[@hammockmonk]

And I discovered that frozen broccoli is great in smoothies (I don’t like it much as a side dish). Give it a try!

[@baldtaco1]

I know right

[@PlusUltraVitality]

This video just makes me so happy for many reasons. Excellent production, wise advice on nutrition and wellness, the music in the background, just all around a complete vibe. Thank you Nimai!

[@NimaiDelgado]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jerrseyy1088]

Thank you for acknowledging you aren’t a chef, makes me feel SO much better. Nice to know I can keep it simple, and still make my protein goals without all the fluff. So Thankyou!

[@matthewdenyer4]

One thing that has really helped me is have 4 lunch meals that I rotate between and batch cook when needed. Then they can be put in the microwave for convenience.

[@bignige]

I do something similar

[@yulianloaiza]

Like this idea

[@l.l.8022]

Love seeing vegan bodybuilders online, it just sucks how poorly they are treated by angry, misinformed people, for literally no reason. Hope to see more content from this channel, stay successful brother.

[@NoInjusticeLastsForever]

Veganism tends to draw out irrational anger from strangers. Must be a defense mechanism for them.

[@tyeades975]

@@NoInjusticeLastsForever that’s what I always thought it was, they put up a wall so they don’t have to talk about their own actions

[@matthewgonano636]

Too bad humans are inherently carnivores and can't digest plants

[@made.online2149]

@@NoInjusticeLastsForever When the truth of the matter is that things they enjoy & are familiar with are responsible for the most horrific atrocity this planet has ever known, people will come up with any excuse to not change.

[@carlludwick3868]

To those critics, I say my gains are much better on vegan, and I recover much faster, usually overnight.

[@thatsubtlevegan1370]

There is a product called "souper cubes" which are rectangular silicone molds that help you freeze your soup and save space by being able to stack them. Also helps you get consistent serving sizes :) great video

[@jonasschmitz506]

Not even vegan, but I’m trying to eat less meat possible (for healthy issues) that’s looks very simple and healthy, thank you very much for sharing.

[@made.online2149]

How do you know someone isn't vegan? They'll tell you!

[@unknown-vo3di]

​@made.online2149 how do you know someone's vegan. They will tell you and tell you you are an animal murderer 😂

[@summumbonum1619]

Do you know about DIAAS? Why are you vegan?

[@IzzzyStarzzz]

Health issues are the only reason i went vegan, animals and the environment are a plus. Media wants to make it about only animals and the environment.

[@summumbonum1619]

@@IzzzyStarzzz a plus?🧐 agriculture kills ecosystems. Mono cropping kills everything. Animals and the environment 🤣

[@joshuakeller6687]

I was truly inspired by your documentary on Netflix. I'm now on a journey to better my health and the environment. Thank you!

[@inicole47]

Would love more videos like this on high protein vegan meals, was vegan for 5 years and fell off and went vegetarian. Would also love to hear about your path into Hinduism if that’s something you’d be interested in.🙏

[@Holy_decent]

Who is here after watching “ you are what you eat” ?

[@NicoSmets]

If we are meat, does "you are what you eat" say you have to eat meat?

[@justandrew3531]

I just watched you on Netflix. That show changed the way I look at food and myself. I have a lot of health issues high blood pressure borderline diabetic other heart issues high cholesterol etc. I am ready to make a change in myself and my life. That show showed me I could still eat things I like and be healthy while doing it. I just wanted to say thank you 🙏 I found you while searching for vegan recipes. I usually am strictly a meat eater and if it doesn’t have meat it’s not a meal. I have decided for myself to make a change. I just subscribed to your channel so that I can get an idea of what it means to be vegan and cook like a vegan.

[@yogaunity4797]

Thank you, Nimai! We’ve been fans for years! Keep spreading the Whole Food Plant Based lifestyle ❤❤❤

[@rainedyani8505]

This is how I eat too. No recipes; no complicated dishes… Simple is best! I tell ppl that this is my recipe: put food in a bowl and eat it. 😊🌱 (whole foods, that is)

[@zenCS2]

Glad to you have you back Nimai! As someone who has struggled for most of my life being underweight, this video has me focused to put on some healthy weight once and for all. Keep it up and thank you my friend!

[@msmsmsms4262]

So glad you are back to posting this type of content! Thank you!

[@ditz3nfitness]

Love people who shows off the possibilities in the vegan diet! It doesn't have to be boring, and you're easily able to gain muscle on such diet! :D

[@spellcheck5393]

@razonespiritualidad2148 True. Protein is really difficult to get on vegan diet. Plus soyabean messes with haromones a lot🙈

[@tenr0h]

@@spellcheck5393 It doesnt, its a myth. Check literally all studies lol

[@made.online2149]

@razonymetafisica For almost all of human history, food was scarce. Meat wasn't eaten for every meal- nor was it eaten every day, nor even every week. There simply wasn't enough of it to do so. And yet, most people were stronger then than the average human today, despite supposedly not having enough protein due to low meat consumption. Why do you think that is? A lot of money has been spent to falsely convince you that what we do to animals is necessary.

[@bryant475]

@@tenr0h Search "Dr. Fuhrman myths about soy", he has a nice article on it.

[@tiffanytracy1080]

LOVE THIS!!! As a Vegan I love seeing athletes bust silly protein myths. You’re awesome.

[@mikeskylark1594]

Excellent laid back clean video! You're such a good person, Nimai. I feel BLESSED to follow you! Keep them KZbin videos coming (not shorts tho)!

[@eydiegarcelon8889]

I love this type of prep work. I "ingredient prep" instead of "meal prep"...... a lot of different containers of items, to then toss together as I want them! I am a newbie here.... from Derek Simnett's channel. Hi from Northern Minnesota 🙂

[@Casey-ql5xg]

I just picked up most of these items at the store before I even watched this video… whenever I feel y body needs an extra “health kick” as I call it, this is what I reach for. I’m going to try my best this time to stay on the “kick”! Love that you have stayed true to being vegan through your fitness journey.

[@dr.kurtjohnson1791]

Appreciate that your back and better then ever !! I like the meals it gives me ideas. I struggle when I go to family gatherings or out over to a None vegans friends home. Any advice ? Maybe a future video ?? 😊

[@NimaiDelgado]

That’s a really great idea for a future video. Thanks for the suggestion!

[@CS-pi5oc]

Make a vegan casserole and veg on the side as a bring along dish and have that.

[@Pyr0Catalyst]

@@CS-pi5oc I second this! My partner is an omnivore and I'm vegetarian. So, whenever we go to parties, I make sure to have options for myself and if people aren't interested in it, more for me. 😂

[@acrossmyrock]

I was watching You Are What You Eat" on Netflix. It's a really good document if anyone hasn't watched it already. I had to see if you were on KZbin and here u are. Well I have subscribed to your channel so I can learn more about becoming a Plant-based vegan.

[@KevinSummers-ee6ko]

Question: I'm getting conflicting information on daily recommended protein. You mention .8-1g protein per LB. of body weight, but online sources say .8-1g protein per KG of body weight. Could anyone comment on this? Makes a pretty big difference in meal planning. Great video, and I really enjoyed "You Are What You Eat."

[@jordansmithchannel]

This is really helpful as someone who has been attempting to gain muscle on a plant based diet. I really appreciate how organized and calm you are.

[@adelam8670]

Plant based isn’t healthy

[@jordansmithchannel]

@@adelam8670 LOL then why are you here?

[@adelam8670]

@@jordansmithchannel to help you. Eat grassfed beef ribeye, pasture raised organic eggs,

[@sschreck08]

you thought you had yourself some prey, huh? Lol. We eat food that is vibrant with color and life, not death.

[@adelam8670]

@@sschreck08 you’re contradicting yourself. Red meat is vibrant also eggs

[@GRS747]

Thank you. Great video. Do you have a list of the supplements and foods you mentioned in this video?

[@sevenstarred]

nice to have you back

[@logandillon_]

Loved the video man! Nice to see you making content on here again!!

[@Cashewsandcarrots]

Love the smoothie! I actually make a similar one each day but I toss in a 1/2 cup of white beans for added protein and fiber:)

[@raymondooi5967]

we need more videos from you !! especially meal prep content

[@NimaiDelgado]

More to come!

[@bcheergirl352]

Yes love this video! Please make more videos about meals that you make. I hate cooking and always find it hard to make vegetarian/vegan meals. I feel like I eat the same thing all of the time.

[@NimaiDelgado]

🙏🏻

[@hj-ct2qi]

this is so inspiring. i have been trying to lose weight as a slightly overweight, high body fat vegan and failing because i haven't found high-protein foods that i enjoy incorporating into my diet in enough quantity to fulfill my protein needs. this channel is really helping me think of ways to do that.

[@made.online2149]

My biggest breakthrough was upping my tofu game. It's a complete protein and there are so many delicious things you can make with it. I think it has a bad rep solely because most people have never had it prepared right, but following some recipes will fix that. As far as body fat, though- it's really just CICO, calories in vs calories out. You could eat less, but the better solution is to eat *more* of less calorically dense foods. For me that's often just cooking up a huge pot of lentils with some veg like carrots or tomates or spinach that take up a lot of space but not a lot of calories. I feel super full from eating a lot but it's less calories than a plate of processed nuggets in sugary sauces. Also- I really wouldn't worry too much about getting 'enough protein'. Most people in the western world, especially carnists, eat more protein than they could possibly ever use. Only the true upper echelons of body builders really need extra. Remember that for much of human history, all food was scarce, and yet people still survived while being stronger than the average person today!

[@AveryInvests]

Because you're supposed to eat meat buddy

[@pgonza77]

Great video!!!! I would love to see more recipe videos! Love to see the variety you have bro.

[@NimaiDelgado]

Thank you!

[@abihfritz]

So glad your making content on youtube again!!! Also just bought your pre workout for the first time and it’s straight 🔥😍

[@js3803]

So happy I found your channel. I’m switching to a vegan diet due to cancer and I feel so lost as an avid gym girl who is body building. I was literally grieving all the muscle loss I will have but now I feel like it doesn’t really have to be that way if I get smart about what I be goose to eat as a plant based girlie. I will be adding garbanzo beans and lentils to my meals as much as possible. I feel hopeful and look forward to more videos like this! Subscribed 🎉

[@JosefK2275]

You have to eat organic though; that's extremely important. Also, there is a lot of anecdotal evidence for curing cancer with alternative medicine like using mushroom extract like reishi among a lot of other remedies, so I would suggest researching that as well.

[@praketasaxena]

wow ! I am at vegetarian / vegan diet for 4/7 days . definitely will try to get there ! you are a great inspiration

[@remixisthis]

Happy you shared this. We need more simple high-protein vegan recipe content! I also use a rice cooker and air fryer in tandem to cook meals and it’s good to bring the word out there more

[@Johndoe-wm3ns]

You are an inspiration mate proving what vegan ism can do for someone who does it properly respect mate

[@losi4570]

This was a great video. I made a grocery list and menu while watching it. Great/easy ideas and info!

[@suzzetteturnbull4557]

Thank you for taking the time to explain and show us how simple your meal preps are. 🙏

[@universallove7741]

Love the vibe of this whole thing !

[@bartowflorida]

I just looked up the supplements shown in this vid and they seem very healthy and legit! Probably the best ingredient I’ve seen for protein, especially without added sugar

[@MarathonMindy]

Thank you for this, I am raising my kiddo plant based and you are an inspiration that it can be done and she can thrive on it. More videos like this please!

[@ponnamy]

Please read the book "Becoming Vegan: The Complete Reference to Plant-Based Nutrition (Comprehensive Edition)" by Brenda Davis, RD and Vesanto Melina, MS RD for proper vegan nutrition guidance. Refer to chapter 9 : Expecting vegans- Pregnancy and Lactation. And chapter 10 : growing Vegans Happy vegan journey!

[@nickyp1435]

I was raised vegan along with my two brothers. No supplementation beyond b12 enriched plant milk. My parents educated themselves which im very thankful for. You got this.

[@2happysouls]

you are one of the people prove that vegan can be fit, really appreciate that! healthy and strong to the world. way to go bro 💪

[@tharanganakasthuri2474]

Keeping the prepared food in separate pyrex dishes a the best thing . Food Taste fresh . served in the bowl when ready to eat 👍

[@onehundobri]

Amazing video 👏🏼 👏🏼 👏🏼 so helpful. Going to prep these same foods this week

[@quickerland]

Nice to see you back on KZbin man

[@psbjr]

Just microwave the sweet potatoes covered...requires zero oil. A medium sweet potato takes about 4-5 minutes depending on your microwave. So much easier than doing all that prepping.

[@josemanuelt8737]

Very interesting video. I'd love more like this one, showing another meals you usually eat

[@NimaiDelgado]

I plan to make many more to show the variety of meals I normally eat.

[@josemanuelt8737]

@@NimaiDelgado 👏👏👏😀

[@akilaj5693]

@@NimaiDelgado Variation of the meals is the next challenge Nimai...

[@thomasdennis9406]

Glad you're back

[@astrologywithlin6419]

Great video! I love how real you are. It's so refreshing! Thanks for an amazing video! :)

[@-johnny-deep-]

Impressive. By my calculations with Cronometer, that day of eating (excluding the morning protein powder smoothie) amounts to just over 2500 calories, 150 gm protein, 328 gm carbs, 43 gm fat and 3000 mg sodium. It's low on selenium, zinc, vitamin B3. It has no B12, iodine or vitamin D, but you said those are in the supplement you take. If you didn't use Tofu, what else would you substitute to get the 70 gm protein it provides? - [ PS - those Vedge products sure are expensive! ]

[@zenstokely7537]

This man’s a godsend. Much respect & love for the transmission of knowledge 🙏🏿🖤

[@kittyco0n]

Not sure if anybody mentioned it yet but you got it wrong with the recommended protein amount. It's 0.8-1g per kg bodyweight, not per pound. Your chart even said it 😉

[@1supersayian]

It plateaus at 1.6 g per kg so roughly .8 g per lb

[@alecrambf]

Hi Nimai, so glad to found you again here, I was following you on IG but I quit. I have been vegetarian/ vegan for about 10 years now but recently I’ve been struggling with my time to cook. You are such a great inspiration. Thank you very much. Saludos desde México city ❤

[@TheParadigmShiftTV]

Thanks for this. Looks very similar to what I eat in a day. Good to meet you in Vancouver at Planted Expo. Cheers!

[@nonexistent944]

I am not vegan but most of my diet are 80% plant based 20% animal based(which is just 4-5 whole eggs for the omega 3s and B12). My favorite go to protein sources are red kidney beans, green lentils, chickpeas and soy. Works pretty great if you ask me.

[@elijahfishburne1251]

I appreciate your rational explanations and humility. Such an inspiration

[@RastaJoshEmpire]

Hi Nimai I’m glad to be a rookie on your channel I got the honor to listen about you at the ON purpose podcast recently …. Wow What would you recommend taking creating in caps or pulver in additional to a protein shake and why ? 😁

[@ajkgroup8465]

Love the video. Thank you. I would love to see you do shorter videos explaining your morning shakes and supplements for non bodybuilders. Your overall message is an inspiration to me. TK

[@jbarkerhill92]

Good point that being plant based isn’t just eating peas, carrots, lettuce like the stereotype. Need whole grains and legumes to pack in calories, especially as a large stature male

[@marieschaller4560]

But what does a typical day of eating for you look like? What do you eat each meal/snack and how much of each item are you eating at a time?

[@kathymasters1952]

Thanks for sharing. Really enjoyed your input on the Netflix documentary You Are What You Eat.

[@emilymora8954]

Love the video! Thank you for the ideas. :) I'm only concerned about the creatine, isn't that from animals?

[@cameronshegonee9297]

Killerness brother! A couple things I would love to see is how you would go about coaching different levels of clientele with weight lifting and how you would advise them nutritionally depending on their goals. Starting with someone beginning their weight lifting journey, to a fitness enthusiast to a fellow elite athlete, it would be awesome to see how you coach them and how you advise them on their nutritional intakes before, during and after their workout. Veganism is awesome and we need more representation in the gym to demonstrate the gains of plant power! Love your perspective(s) brother, keep up the great work!

[@NimaiDelgado]

I'll keep that in mind for future content. Thank you for the suggestion.

[@Wadetrtl]

Kinda off-topic, but I love how you speak calmly! I feel like nowadays everyone speaks super loud and fast, for no reason. And great video otherwise too!

[@gettingtherevegan421]

Awesome video Nimai! This is a great style of video and look forward to this type of content.

[@darrenhadden1037]

Awesome meal plan nice and simple is key. I'm sold on buying an air fryer! Thanks Nimai!

[@jadebijou9508]

Careful with the air fryer guys! Just do your EXTENSIVE RESEARCH on using them! I suggest steaming all your veggies!!! It’s so easy!!!! Doesn’t take long!!! Keeps all the nutrients locked the fck in!!!!!!:-)

[@AlishaStranddd]

Hi! What spices do you mix your tofu with besides the Coconut Amino Acids & Paprika? Looks yum! Thank you!!

[@joeyq9953]

You are so inspiring. You inspire me to eat more veggies. You’re easy on the eyes too 🥵

[@TyeMorrisVlog]

16:23 +1 for lentils! I love lentils, they're so good for ya, and since my wife is from India (and an amazing cook too) we eat a lot of daal at our house. We cook ours in an InstantPot and it makes for much shorter cooking times, and this translates to good news when we have one of those days where we don't know what we want to eat. You know those days, amiright? "What do you want to eat?" "I dunno..." 😂

[@bm4867]

You’re back!

[@bige8549]

Good information. Olive oil is a form of processed food that is not particularly good for the body, so vegetable broth is a good alternative.

[@greenandgreatfood]

Looks great! Thanks for sharing 🙏

[@carlitopikante6584]

Your so right. Everyone thinks if we’re vegan all we eat is salad. I rarely eat salad.

[@yolandaramirez4693]

Just a question. I do eat a lot of lentils and beans stews but I am really having difficulties calculating the proteins and calories of each bowl of stew. Any advice?

[@zahragolshan307]

I'm a vegan from Iran and I found it so useful❤

[@katiehopemulligan]

Yay, great job on your video, information, and presentation. You're a big strong guy but you're also so darling. So happy your voice is out there. I went vegan for the animals over 20 years ago. Of course that benefits me and the planet as well. I've been wanting to build my body more and found your video really helpful, how to do it in a healthy and thoughtful (and compassionate) way. I'm so proud of you! Thanks for the video.

[@simplydifferent.]

Loved you in the documentary ❤ Thank you for contributing to a positive change in this world.

[@swimnfitness]

Music can be to loud however I love your recipes. What brand of air fryer? Thank you

[@frje77]

Excellent , thanks for the information. Please, could put the different brands of products? Thanks again .

[@carlludwick3868]

I love my smoothies. I combine fruit, vegetables, pea protein isolate, and beet powder for the N.O. I drink one before and during my workouts. My energy, lifts, and pumps are crazy. To those who say not to blend your fruit because it doubles the sugar content that results in a huge insulin spike and sugar crash are all wet. I never experience a crash after drinking blended fruit. ✌️🤙

[@michelejp69]

My ideal food prep - don’t get me wrong I love Derek and Brian. However, I am a. woman and Brian eats huge amounts and Derek’s food is far too complicated. This I can follow and won’t get fat - thank you ❤

[@kimdunn2413]

Thank you!! Can you tell me what supplements are in this video please.

[@sportyeight7769]

Just take care with olive oil, some of them aren't meant to be cooked with. They don't support high temperatures and can produce some armful compounds (nothing will get you kill, but still)

[@bodyboardfitness]

Hey Nimai loved the video. Could you create another video explaining how you went from your engineering job to an athlete/business man? I am currently working as an engineer and hate it and want to do something related to health and fitness. Love from Chile.

[@NimaiDelgado]

Would love to make a video like that. I’m going to be making videos on how to find your purpose in the near future. Thanks for the suggestion

[@Longuro]

I was looking for actual purple sweet potatoes after seeing the Blue Zones documentary on Netflix how they are eaten in Okinawa. I've only been able to find them at a local Mexican grocery. Trader Joe's sells a bag called purple sweet potato but the flesh isn't purple only the outside. I'll try your sweet potato recipe on the purple sweet potatoes I eat. Thanks.

[@RockeyToes]

looks so informative, this is helpful, thankful for your content!

[@olietheaussie9731]

HEY MATE! do you have some approximate weights the components of each meal? Trying to determine the ratios of each ingredient which make up your listed macros for each meal. cheers

[@centralWisconsin1]

-central Wisconsin: Thank you for coming back to KZbin, and for sharing this video. I’m curious, you mention nothing about needing to include taking black pepper when consuming turmeric/curcumin, as the pepper allows for more absorption of the curcumin (which is in turmeric, and curcumin is the ingredient that has the anti-inflammatory property. Everything I’ve researched on curcumin absorption/turmeric, says to consume black pepper with it for maximum absorption. Can you please comment in on this. Thank you. Oh, and thank you for mentioning lentils and how much protein they have. I am one who can not have soy as I react to it, but I do love lentils (the pink ones, not the green ones), and the pink lentils have a similar taste and feel as cream corn -just my input in that.

[@NimaiDelgado]

The turmeric + supplement has black pepper in the formula 🤙🏼

[@ThepplforHarris47]

I like your approach. Thanks for posting this :)

[@kiloskywalker]

Mannnn I appreciate this video wish more vegans athletes gave out tips like this I been vegetarian for two years & started a fitness journey aswell so I really appreciate 🤝🔥

[@NatalieMatthewsFitVeganChef]

Welcome back to KZbin 🙌🏽

[@dinahclarke533]

What serving size would you suggest for this particular meal for a woman ? I’m looking to continue body building but get my protein vegan style ?

[@jamesnyc410]

Love the message but as an ambassador for Vedge would be awesome if you advocated for ecofriendly packaging! There’s a lot of plastic that doesn’t seem necessary. Thanks!