Why I'm Vegan | My Vegan Story!

[@Veggiekins]

Hi friends!! I was too cold to turn off the heater while I was filming so apologies in advance for a little background fuzz hehe. Love you!!!

[@kenzieblair]

this was so inspiring!! I went vegetarian in march back when quarantine started, but I never really enjoyed meat that much. i was the kid at thanksgiving who took a small piece to not seem disrespectful. lol Anyways I went to a camp in july and met another vegetarian and we both decided to try being vegan for the two weeks we were there. It was surprisingly so easy. So when i got home i continued eating this way, and I don't miss anything. I feel you on feeling liberated after going vegan!! Any and everything vegan sounds good, and I am WAY less picky. I realized that all the foods I disliked were animal based products. I started following vegnews, maggie baird, and you on instagram; and i realized all of the positive affects this lifestyle had for not only myself but the environment. I felt like I was actually making a difference every day. Your video was so relatable and honest. Thank you for sharing your life with us!!

[@adrianastoca]

Literally when I was just thinking about giving up plant based lifestyle..I opened up KZbin and this popped up first. I needed this wow.

[@maryamjanahi9358]

You got this!! Don't worry if you "stray" every once in a while, you're not a bad vegan if you do! Don't give yourself a hard time for it! It's totally normal, especially when you've been conditioned to believe in one thing for your whole life! You got this!! My favorite quote is definitely "a 100 imperfect vegans are better than one perfect vegan". You're doing so much good in this world!

[@lauraruiz7237]

Keep it up! You don't have to be perfect 😜

[@Sojichan]

Just do your best ♡

[@MightyHungry]

I've been vegan for over a dozen years and I did it for the animals, but to this day I tell people it's for my health. Whenever I mention the animals, folks go onto the offensive. I'd rather deal with health questions (you need protein!) and not have people convince me that killing animals for food is the moral thing to do. Being in Texas, business lunches with 'good ole boys' are the worst, which thankfully have been limited with COVID going on.

[@larthiayoga]

I know right? It's awful when it happens! Totally feel you!

[@FureverBaby]

Sameeee. I had to stop revealing my real reason.

[@leonawada]

resonate sooo much with veganism and recovery !! seeing vegan food accounts like this definitely helped me see food/eating as a positive thing. love u sm :)

[@Veggiekins]

Love you!!! 🤍 Proud of us

[@annaaskling4781]

I feel the same way! Veganism came into my life at the perfect time in my recovery:)

[@maryamjanahi9358]

Oh my God, the vegan thing and the ED, yes yes yes yes yes yes yes and a million times yes!! Same thing happened with me! I was so scared to go vegan cuz it was known as a "restrictive diet" and I thought it would worsen my ED, but it did the exact opposite! It helped heal my relationship with food. This is exactly why veganism is so personal and important to me. I went vegetarian first, for a year, but my eating was still disordered, I had not healed completely. After watching some documentaries, I decided that veganism was the answer for me. That was almost 4 years ago!!

[@NZ28188]

Veganism saved my ED as well :)

[@maryamjanahi9358]

@@NZ28188 I am so happy for you!!!!

[@anniemoss1402]

been vegan for 3 weeks and i’ve never felt better! thank you remy 🥺

[@Veggiekins]

I'm so glad to hear that! ^__^

[@Sojichan]

Congrats and welcome ♡

[@dieuwertjejanssen8782]

I had to rewind and double check if I heard the 'cold tofu' correctly, but from now on I am definitely going to borrow that expression from you haha, love it!

[@Veggiekins]

Hahahah just feels right :P

[@1228Bear]

Thanks for sharing! I felt depressed for some reason but your video is so soothing and feel like chat with you, and cheer me up! :) Send to my love x

[@Leilahannoun]

10000% relatable to the “reason to eat” part! Love this girl 🥰❤️✨

[@Veggiekins]

Thanks love!!!!! 😭❤️

[@Flockfitness101]

Hey just posted my experience with being vegan make sure to check it out !!!

[@SherelleMcFadgen]

I love to hear others journey to becoming vegan. Everyone’s story and journey are so different. Health and wellness was at the top of my list then I looked down at my dog and bawled my eyes out not understand how people didn’t see little chickens and cows as friends. Mind you at the time I was vegetarian 😂 milk products was what kept me from going all in but then I said these belly aches I have to do it! And it’s been 7 years vegan but 17 years meat free 💃🏽

[@caitlynfrohring7890]

you are so inspiring, thank you so much for sharing! I've been vegan for a few weeks now and already feel better mentally & physically☺️

[@sunnygirl5467]

sat down, stared on the screen for the whole video straight without moving or doing anything distracting👩‍💻😯 almost never happens🙈 thanks for the great video🥰

[@Veggiekins]

Wow, thank you!!!! 😭

[@LiviButler]

I love your vegan story, one of my favourites because I feel as though I can really relate to it. I started veganism at the beginning of my eating disorder recovery. This lifestyle has really allowed me to have compassion for all living beings and opened my eyes to so much!

[@mxar2074]

Going vegan after starting recovery made me realize that my food wasn't just about me, my body and the way I looked. I realized that it has an impact on so many levels and that helped me a lot disconnecting from a restrictive mindset. Obviously there is still a long way to go but I feel liberated by having my choices line up with my values.

[@Flockfitness101]

Hey just posted my experience with being vegan make sure to check it out !!!

[@madiisaak5692]

veggie for a little over 2.5 yrs and vegan for a little over 2 yrs (also made the switch to vegan freshman yr of college)! & YOU were one of my biggest inspos first starting out in 2018 :’), so ty for helping to guide me down this path and lifestyle!! 🧡

[@margarett_b]

Why did I read "Why I'm NOT vegan" ?! My gosh, there were just way too many people dropping off this lifestyle XD So happy you're not one of them Remy!

[@itsmollieslife]

I was vegan starting freshman year to senior year of college because of health reasons, I never really liked meat, and digestion/stomach problems. I stopped because my skin was breaking out more than ever, I snacked way too much because my meals were not as filling (that’s on me bc I ate a lot of frozen food/healthy snacks), and felt I was missing out when all my friends wanted to eat out. Now I eat 75% plant based (I love trying new vegan foods/places) but will eat eggs, cheese sometimes, and salmon!

[@ClarisseDeGuzman]

Yes!! I've been looking forward to this video for ages ♡ I love how your veganism journey is very personal to you especially with everything you've been through. It really puts into perspective just how important food is beyond basic sustenance.

[@Veggiekins]

Aw yay!! Happy to provide hehe. And absolutely, so grateful to have really had that mindset shift

[@sanikahahahah]

I just got diagnosed with PCOS recently & I’ve been looking into veganism as I want to cut out meat and dairy from my diet to help ease my symptoms. Thank you for this informative video! :)

[@rennigaderedd9483]

I first became Vegan because of my love for animals, then years later I went to an allergist and he ran tests on me and come to find out, I'm allergic to all animal protein, so eating a Vegan diet was a smart thing for me to do, and I didn't even know it.

[@Veggiekins]

Wow! That’s an incredible story! Thanks for sharing that

[@chiaramay1]

Allergic to animal protein? I didn’t realise that was a thing, if so I wonder if that or something similar resonates with myself. A year ago all of a sudden I couldn’t digest any dairy products at all it was really sudden. That and for a number of years I would get sick from eating meat products, it progressively got worse and last year I threw in the towel cause if I ate any meat products I would be sick for days on end. I still don’t know why I have that reaction, all I know is since cutting it out and turning vegan I’ve had no problems since, plus overall am much happier!

[@AwesomenessWL]

Thanks for being vulnerable and sharing your story, I love your positive attitude and your genuine desire to inspire people to eat more plants keep up the amazing work ❤️

[@Veggiekins]

Aw thanks so much!! This means a lot :)

[@sabrinahsu9567]

Hi!!! I definitely eat vegetarian on weekdays when I'm not with friends or loved ones, just because it's been hard to have them accommodate all the time and also with the health problems I have, it's so hard to get the necessary nutrients I need just from plant-based food, though vitamins have definitely been helping!

[@belliwatching]

I loved to find out more about your journey, Remy! I think we’re the same age (born in 1995?) and it seems we went through ED and recovery at about the same time. My recovery was also a big transformative moment, I found out about minimalism, started running and practicing yoga, and of course changed my eating habits! It felt like I could start from scratch and truly focus on fuelling my body, and although I did not become vegan, I can go days without eating meat or animal products because I’ve diversified my palate so much. I’m also lactose intolerant which pushes me to turn to vegan options since veggie options usually replace meat by cheese. It’s so heartwarming to hear about a story similar to mine and I’m grateful for all the years we have lived in recovery! I feel like I comment this a lot on your insta but I’m thankful for your existence on my corner of the internet, for the pretty pictures, yummy recipes, kind heart and feeling of not being alone. 💖

[@sydney.16]

becoming vegan helped me sm with my recovery because it helped me to realize that there's more to the food i eat than how i feel about myself eating it

[@annakwan6299]

Love you sm xx hope you are having a great day and that your camera and hard drive squared up

[@Veggiekins]

HAHA, I've accepted the loss but on the bright side it's always nice working with fresh content! Reshoot reshoot reshoooot

[@anjahallberg]

a few years ago i never would have believed veganism could play such a positive role in recovery, i owe many thanks to inspirational people such as yourself hahah

[@Veggiekins]

Absolutely feel the same way. I would have NEVER expected it, esp given the bad reputation people give it or labeling it as an ED. So proud of us BOTH! 💕

[@TheSUPERHAPPY1]

Have you made a video focusing on alcohol and substance abuse? It may be inspiring for people. I know I really enjoy watching videos of people who quit drinking (as the daughter of parents who drink too much) because I know it inspires so many

[@Veggiekins]

I have! Though it needs an update, I often hate looking back at old videos after a while haha

[@Littledreamer0324]

Thank you for sharing your story! I'm making the transition to becoming vegan myself...and I think everyone has the right to have their own reasons to transitioning to veganism without getting judged harshly for doing so.

[@Veggiekins]

Absolutely. 👏🏼

[@Sojichan]

I became vegan in October 2019. I grew up on a dairy then meat farm, but it never strikes me as bad, only as " this is what must happen". Realising the bare minimun my familly did for the cows back then wasnt even the norm now made me research " ethicals" way of consuming animals products and in less than one day, I understood there wasnt any. I think small things I noticed in my everyday life in the previous years had already prepared me for this, so I stopped cold tofu. Even my omnivore mother say that she is proud of me as this is clearly something which align with my values. I honestly didnt notice anything health wise except some small weight loss ( my guess is the cheese) I was not pursuing ( but it wasnt bad either). I also havent watched most videos because like you, I felt it wasnt necessary, although I did see one about sheeps who died in a shipwreck while being shipped to Middle-East to become meat. Horrible. As for dairy and meat, I lved on one of the " nicest" farms back then.I just never realised the baby cows should have stayed with their mothers and how sad it was that they were always pregant. I didnt notice the cows left to become meat after a few years, and never ask as I was never supposed to take up the familly business. I feel very sorry for them now.

[@ALEJANDRATORRES-uv2zx]

This month was my two year anniversary 😭❤️❤️never going back

[@Veggiekins]

AYEEE love that for you!

[@TommyLane]

There is nothing wrong with doing it for health reasons. That is why I did it. Dairy products destroy me. After I discovered that dairy bothered me so much, I liked into a Whole Foods plant based diet and it made total sense to me so I changed to it. I have been eating this way since 1980 and never looked back. All my friends and family thought I was off the wall, but I stuck with it. Now they ask me questions all the time. You are very bright and articulate.

[@federicagarciac]

Hey there! I think I have a good point to make about this idea of "veganism as an eating disorder", I was scouted last year by a model agent, and the first thing they told me is to start a vegan diet so I could lose weight fast (I lost 8kg in 4 months, so 18 pounds). I had no problem because actually, I've been wanting to become vegan since a looong time ago, but I talked with a lot of people who work in the industry (managers, producers, photographer, makeup artist, not models) and they told me that is true that they kinda force young models/new faces to eat this way so they can lose weight faster and not getting fat, which can become an eating disorder if you get really obsessed and paranoid with it... I'm myself dealing with that now, but I spoke openly about with my mom and I'm already getting the treatment and psychological support🥰

[@Veggiekins]

Sorry you had that experience! I've never had anyone recommend it to me for that reason or heard that personally, but it's so unfortunate as I'm sure it would automatically have an effect on one's relationship with veganism too. That toally sucks :|

[@nidaspace1863]

i am going vegan last year because i almost obese as a girl in early twenty and have mental issues, and it's not just obese but also make me feel sluggish, i also have high blood pressure when in high stress level . i easy to get sick, i have chronic gastritis, migraine and easy to get an allergy . i also know that i'm allergy to animal protein, but still eating it back then, usually i get pimple because of it . Then last year i decide to go vegan because of I don't like eating animal product that much and want to improve my health, but the more time i go through i care more about the environment and animals . And I really happy now, not just physically but also mentally ❤️

[@Veggiekins]

So happy to hear that Nida, it can really be an amazing lifestyle change for so many people! ♡

[@healthynewshub7655]

My sister has been a vegan for over 20 years and a raw vegan for about 15 years now.

[@Veggiekins]

Wowow! So rad

[@healthynewshub7655]

@@Veggiekins That's what I thought :) but she has been a vegetarian since she was 12 years old. She is almost 50 years old now and naturally fell pregnant again at 42 and all her pregnancies were trouble free and labour times were 1-3 hours mild lower back pain only. Child birth wasn't meant to be such a painful experience in my opinion :P

[@margarett_b]

I really appreciate you sharing your story! Honestly, I can relate to SO SO much you've said and it makes me smile I am not the only one :) Went dairy-free due to an intolerance (and prior allergy). Struggled with an eating disorder and found that veganism actually helped me look at food in a much more healthy way. Plus, I agree 100% that with time, regardless of the reason bringing you to veganism, it is worth exploring the ethical and environmental sides! It is very important to be vegan for something "bigger" than ourselves! And certainly, I love your approach to inspiring people rather than forcing them - I have the same take on it! Anyways, sending you lots of love! Stay safe and sound!

[@allisonpellerin937]

Thank you so much for sharing. This was such a positive and compassionate description of a vegan lifestyle. I hope this video reaches as many people as possible

[@Veggiekins]

I hope so too! Thank you Allison 😭

[@micapabia8167]

Definitely resonate with veganism and ED recovery! So happy to finally hear your vegan story 🖤✨

[@Veggiekins]

Thanks Mica!!! 😭

[@wtpaige]

I've been vegan for 6/7 years too! Exciting :)

[@Veggiekins]

Eeee!! Love that so much. Always love to think back to what was available when I first went vegan (like daiya only!!). Major growth

[@celecha]

Thank you for sharing! How did you deal with some family members who didn't accept it? There was some tension between me and my family when I went vegetarian (not even vegan), and I eventually gave out to get along with them better :(

[@sylviaclimbing7217]

I have gone vegan for health reasons. I feel like we need to lift people up more then saying going vegan to get healthy or using to prevent illnesses is not a good enough reason. My reason to go vegan was that I read about the connections of cancer to meat and dairy intake. I had a lot of people in my close circle have died of cancer or have been impacted by it. It would be crazy to say that going vegan at the age of 34 that now I've realized how meat was produced. Let's judge less and embrace people in this community. Lot's of my friends are not vegans and I'm happy to see every time they eat a plat based dish.

[@arisunohana]

I have a more pescatarian diet, but I definitely would consider for health reasons, specifically dairy and frequent uncomfortable bloating!

[@anahiimeza]

Seeing that there are people who do this for health conditions REALLY helps break the stigma that veganism is “only for diet” purposes. Many are so quick to judge...really grinds my gears 😒

[@Veggiekins]

Absolutely agree--also, why people are so invested in other's diets is always beyond me lol

[@anahiimeza]

@@Veggiekins Gosh YES! Maybe people expect there to be a “cookie cutter” solution for everything and everyone when everyBODY is different. Like me, I get horrible cramps and end up in the porcelain throne for a looong time when I eat dairy--but sometimes I do it anyway because it’s good and gotta have those “Treat yo’ self” moments; like you with gluten 🍞💛

[@michelejarrett7990]

Hi Remy - great video 🍒🌿

[@Veggiekins]

Thanks so much Michele!

[@np3841]

Hey I really enjoyed this video. I'm a fairly new vegan. I have a question which I've been struggling with the last few months. How do you tell someone why you're vegan if they ask without seeming judgmental/preachy or alienating them away from veganism? I always feel like by explaining why I am vegan I may be alienating the other person or making them feel like a bad person. But I also don't want to be like "oh i don't care what people eat, " as if it's purely an individual decision or lifestyle choice cos i do feel that once you consider the ethical implications of veganism it is extremely difficult to logically justify contributing to industries that exploit animals. I guess people find the practicality of veganism hard which is understandable. I don't know. Am i the only one who struggles with this?

[@Ajoy1010]

Absolutely love hearing your story love 💛

[@Ajoy1010]

Been vegan for about 6 years now 🤗

[@Veggiekins]

Thank you so much Abbey!!!

[@joymae]

I tried to hard to be vegan but it didn’t work well with my body :( I love hearing your experience and story it’s inspirational. I felt I could relate to some of your past and I’m glad I’ve healed past those dark times.

[@Veggiekins]

Sorry to hear that girl, but appreciate you!!!

[@MaynardsSpaceship]

Dr. Micheal Klaper might have some information for you. Good luck!

[@carissaduran982]

such a good video!! :) (as always!)

[@3vant-gard3]

Amazing communication skills 🦄❤️

[@LeBonBaker]

Thanks for sharing lovely :)

[@Veggiekins]

Thanks for watching! xo

[@palmskrymme]

The first two times I lost weight were due to anger and and jealousy. My vegan lifestyle is out of love, for myself, for others

[@av6500]

A documentary on animal cruelty in fashion is coming soon.

[@kaitlynemcnutt8802]

So if you do it for my health, which I am, and others don’t like me calling myself a vegan what is a dietary title that won’t offend? Plant based?

[@MayWonder]

OMG same. I had very bad stomachaches and bad skin. I have a history of high cholesterol as well so veganism is just better for me.

[@Veggiekins]

Totally feel that 😭

[@kiaanee]

thanks for sharing ♡

[@Veggiekins]

♡♡♡ Thanks for listening hehe

[@macyluna3485]

Not vegan but I incorporated more veggies in my food. Thanks!!! ❤️

[@Veggiekins]

That's awesome!!!! 💕

[@eddiebaby22]

I prefer the after

[@Veggiekins]

Well that is kinda point haha! Nobody enjoys being an alcoholic 😉

[@erinsbooks]

Some days I go without eating meat like today and I try to at least eat one vegan meal a day.

[@Thursday_The_12th]

You never have to ask a vegan if they are vegan, they will tell you out of no where.

[@Veggiekins]

The most generic comment out there lmao, doesn’t really hit when you’re the one watching a vegan video on a vegan KZbin channel.

[@K16-f4h]

I have been vegan for a year and a half 💚😌

[@Veggiekins]

So rad!!!! ♡

[@erikagonzalez584]

💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@desireeluciano]

You’re so cool :) ❤️☺️👻

[@GeneralArmorus]

Never say journey, that word makes people ex-vegan=(

[@fruitfulhope203]

On behalf of 🐄🦀🦞🐖🐑🐇🐓 Thankyou for being Vegan 🙏