Why I Went Vegan: Tabitha Brown

Tabitha Brown talks about how going vegan influenced her health, life and career!
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[@boujeechiccsbeauti4418]

I became vegan 11yrs ago! When I came down with cervical cancer, I had less than a year to live..... Well I'm still here and still plant base vegan❤❤❤ that's my business😊

[@theknights3025]

Yesssss

[@Giovanni-zy8lf]

God bless u girl!! 💚💚

[@boujeechiccsbeauti4418]

@@Giovanni-zy8lf ❤❤❤❤😊

[@boujeechiccsbeauti4418]

@@theknights3025 ❤❤❤

[@boujeechiccsbeauti4418]

@@quietone3816 ❤❤❤❤

[@scrapperk8399]

“Have the most amazing day. But if you can’t have a good one, don’t you dare go messing up somebody else’s!”

[@Babs33]

ScrapperK a word!

[@lwills8609]

Immediately after she said that, I saw this post. That stuck with me. I am going to use that.

[@CheekyPoo22]

I love that ending too!! She just makes me feel safe and happy. Thank you Tabitha lol

[@mariaj4239]

That's it!

[@nahni3391]

👂!

[@samanthab8256]

I had PCOS for YEARS and was told I wouldn’t be able to have a child or that I would need help and potentially couldn’t support a child. I changed my entire diet/lifestyle. I went pescatarian, cut out all processed foods/drinks, sugars, etc. I love food and still enjoyed all the meals I was eating! About a year later I was down about 30 pounds, my periods were regulating and my cysts were barely there & wouldn’t be as painful either (without working out-just walking pretty much daily) & am now 4 & 1/2 months pregnant & the baby and myself are perfectly healthy🥰

[@niknatpattywack4293]

Blessings 💐💐

[@JourneyToJazzz]

Blessings to you and your new journey of health and pregnancy!

[@kimberlyhager1351]

Oh my goodness !!! Thank you soooooo much for sharing your story !!! I can't even tell you how much it meant to me to read this !!! God bless you !!

[@lanochka1131]

Wow thank you so so much for sharing this, I have tears in my eyes! It is just that simple! God intended us to eat healthy and he provided all the goods for our bodies!!!

[@JudiVentress]

Awesome. Hru now? And, your baby? I hope you're getting sleep! 🙏🏽❤️🙏🏽🙂

[@shernitajackson1393]

She has a sweet & genuine spirit & God’s favor is all over her!

[@Mrskmdumas12]

Yes, it is!

[@moisemensah8233]

And her voice is like silk. Her hair...oh God! She's a ray of sunshine.

[@mslady1791]

With an infectious smile!

[@ameywright1692]

Gods Favor is on everyone even u Tap into it

[@alyssascott1517]

What a good way of describing her, Shernita! 💓this vid def warmed my heart

[@hunniedelite]

“Disease are not hereditary, we eat the same thing, causing the same disease” 🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯

[@huriye161]

Dae B. That’s one thing that isn’t true. My illness are something I was actually born with and got worse over time yet I’m vegan. Not every illness is food related.

[@tafari10100]

@@huriye161 Her wording could have been better. However, besides actual illnesses like yours, it does make sense for everyone to contract the same disease based on food. There would be a hint of heridtary in it, and that's the predisposition.

[@englishwithaltini]

Some of the commenters think hereditary and congenital mean the same thing. They don’t.

[@jasminevaliente96]

@@huriye161 she's clearly talking about diseases like diabetes and heart disease that people claim run un their family when what really runs in the family is poor meal choices.... however being born with something doesn't undermine what she said btw look up epigenetics. Genes can be turned on and off your mothers life style choices including food effect your genetics.

[@coffeelover3467]

a lot of "hereditary diseases" are actually multifactorial in manifestation - you may have a predisposition because of your family's genes or race/ethnicity, but as long as you are living a healthy lifestyle, you may not even develop the disease; and even if you do, it may be much easier to control with a healthy lifestyle rather than an unhealthy one.

[@Tiamichelle24]

Does anyone else love when she says “honey that’s your business”

[@nunyabizzz1135]

Shes my new fav!!!!

[@theshunnedBandersnatch]

Yesss! I don't know what it is, but that particular phrase just makes me smile :-D

[@MsJuicyGirl81]

Love it, was going to post that as a comment.

[@Haily1009me]

Very comforting

[@icandylocs2839]

Tiamichelle24 yessss hunni that saying gives me life

[@ESLTeAchErMichelle]

After discovering Tabitha Brown 2 months ago, I decided to try a plant-based diet and I'm so glad I did. I've seen changes in my overall health almost immediately. I no longer have to take high blood pressure medicines, I sleep through the night, I have more energy, I no longer wake up feel nauseous, I no longer have excessive swelling in my ankles, I'm not blotted all the time and I feel like I've regained control over my health/life. This is the best thing I've ever done for myself. Tabitha Brown is such an inspiration to so many!

[@aliciabaker1542]

Screen shot your post sis to keep me motivated because that’s the end game for me to come off of my blood pressure meds. I’ve already stopped eating meat for four years now but it’s more that I can do so Tab has motivated me as well🥰

[@moisemensah8233]

So happy for you ❤️

[@whatsappdrebhariagbeon3238]

Great experience doc, you are a God'sent Dr Ebhariagbe, keep up the good work, I am completely free from HSV ..

[@ARSC24]

Kudos to you queen

[@JenJHayden]

Ever since I went vegan, life has changed for the worst. It's been 7 months. I can't sleep. I am dizzy and tired all the time. I no longer go out. I'm depressed. I cry all the time. My cycle is super heavy and I have severe pain. This was never the case until I became vegan. I don't share to be a downer, but to let people know results may vary. The changes are not always positive. I don't know how much longer I can do this. I am on probation at work for attendance issues due to all the times in had to call in because of all of this.

[@karljuliusliecksartandmusi7773]

"Behold i have given unto you all the plants and trees upon the Earth, they shall bare you fruit and seed and this shall be your food " Genesis 1 vs 29

[@jane-sh3bj]

She's vegan cuz that's her business!

[@sharstarg2414]

Lol❤️

[@nikkisix3571]

Like so like that!❤

[@donnaa9276]

LIKE SO LIKE THATT😅🙌🏾

[@idkGBT]

😭

[@jr5296]

Okay!

[@jamjamjamjam25]

If the food net work don’t give Auntie a show!

[@RationallyMe]

Yep... it's time the Food Network had a vegan show; and she already has a HUGE built-in fan base.

[@hlongshlongs8729]

Yes. She deserves it. Just love her. Makes me feel comfortable and excited about being vegan.🥰🥰

[@shaylove5439]

Right!🙌🏿

[@chri8067]

I think she has a great self brand bigger than the Food Network

[@andrealivinghouse6042]

I totally agree! I'd love if she could have a Food Network show! Unfortunately, I read somewhere how unlikely it is that the Food Network would have a vegan show because they accept a lot of money from meat and dairy companies for advertisements. :(

[@pastsubstance2930]

"Don't judge, you can be against it, but don't judge." Love this quote.

[@4475793]

Is it ok to judge racists, child molesters or people beating their wife etc? Or should you only be against it? Just curious! Or is this mostly applicable to veganism?

[@keshasdelights3004]

I look at being vegan in a whole different light because of Her. Tabitha is changing the world with just being herself

[@professordavid2008]

Yes she is Kesha. She’s a real blessing.

[@Calida]

Her voice feels like a gentle hug 💕

[@katrinagilbert216]

Yes it does!!!!!💜💜💜💜

[@Food4ThoughtPodcast777]

Facts...given by a southern aunty

[@DallasFiveTwo]

.......and a baby pat on the back.

[@greencherrybutterfly]

You described it perfectly

[@TiaJoy1372]

Ohhhhh yes. Great analogy 😊💛

[@zaydenelliot9339]

THIS is the kind of Vegan activism we need in this world. Gentle, kind, and non judgemental of yourself your journey and others. Love this so much

[@lenakatina9447]

Zayden Elliot cause that’s your business :)

[@alyonas.e.3642]

@Indigogoddess1111 Stevens you met all vegans to make that conclusions?

[@lynnmac5116]

@Indigogoddess1111 Stevens AMEN!!! Gheesh!🤦🏾‍♀️

[@poppypoppop3231]

a lot of vegans i meet keep telling me things like ‘you’re gonna die’ or try to tell me stories and that led me to hate the word ‘vegan’ because i just related it to all those negatives. she really is a pearl.

[@Greencloud8]

Veganism is a man made diet and it is also a starvation diet. It is a Syrian refugee diet and anyone in those camps would kill to eat animal protein

[@Ella-ps1lg]

Just to add that Tabitha had a quick improvement from going vegan, I didn't and after 3 months I quit........However I later came back to it (for the animals not for health) and this time it DID turn my health round, but it took 6 months, so if you're not sure if its' working, don't give up, your breakthrough could be just round the corner. :)

[@precisiont5188]

Yeah, poor animals.

[@jennymunday7913]

Same, I tried vegan 2-3 years ago and it didn't help. In fact, I felt worse. So, I came back around to it but chose to go whole food vegan. So much better already. So, if veganism doesn't work then don't give up. Just reassess what is still an issue. In my case my prior vegan attempt meant a lot of premade vegan food and vegan junk food. (Fries are vegan!) Now I have a few rules for premade stuff - no added oil or sugar, sodium in mg has to be equal to or less than calories per serving, can I buy most of these ingredients individually at the grocery store? Every meal contains a whole grain (millet is amazing if you're hungry all the time), beans, greens, at least one other veggie. My fats and sugars come from whole food sources. It helped so much this time around.

[@maztergee]

a lot of Vegans (before going Vegan have gut issues), giving up Dairy helps them a lot, but changing to lots of fibre and plant foods can irritate and already compromised gut... once the gut is strong and healthy again you'll thrive.. long term vegans are the ones with healthy guts.. well done :)

[@veronicavinaver8355]

Yes same here. For me it was because I was indulging in vegan junk food. Everything I made was yummy but not the healthiest. Now that i am eating healthy whole food vegan wow my taste buds have really changed and I appreciate the flavor of healthier foods. I always did it for the animals but it bummed me I gained weight and felt worse. I wanted to be a poster child for veganism.Common sense told me the chips, cookies and high fat vegan foods were the real issue. Easy fix.

[@sustainablysam]

An important component people tend to forget: the animals. I just hope Tab is also vegan for the animals.

[@jackiekent8720]

Please you guys pray for me I'm here because every day I wake up I feel like death! I know you guys don't know me but I thank you in advance looking at Tabitha's video is inspiring me because I have pain all over my body fibromyalgia and I have to change my lifestyle. God Bless everyone

[@lavonneribera6913]

🙏

[@andreaharris3074]

You got this Jackie! For whatever you do, do it for the glory of God!

[@reddyretta3505]

God bless you!

[@brittanywilliams4231]

You can do this with God by your side! Praying for you sis ❤️

[@ourhannahshouse]

Praying for your healing and strength 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙌🏾❤️ help her Jesus

[@edombelihu5571]

Sees Tabitha Brown in the title: Brain: CLICK CLICK CLICK😂

[@JoyNoelle]

Every time 😁💜

[@Valarie.0]

Edom belihu Jesus Loves You ^_^’

[@singingrachel53]

She’s a great representative for people to go vegan.

[@PrePre_]

@Miss Isle I think you're a bit triggered. She says she's a great rep for people to turn vegan because she's not the type to be so judgemental towards those who aren't. She makes it so enjoyable that you can see yourself changing your diet for the sake of your health. And she can definitely be a spokesperson for veganism. You know why? Cuz that's her business. Plus anyone thinking about changing their diet should do their OWN research so they can decide whether that's the route they want to take.

[@PrePre_]

@Miss Isle How about you create a channel for yourself to debunk these things then. It's all about your approach and how you comin. Your approach is giving information, but it's also judgemental ("a retired rich person is not a good example" Huh?). People reading your comments probably won't think twice about them. All Tab is doing is showing her journey. She doesn't say it's for everyone, but at the moment it works for her.

[@PrePre_]

@Miss Isle You may not had the intentions to sound judgemental, but that's how it came off. I understand that sometimes people only pay attention to the hype and fail to ask the tough questions, but ignorance is no excuse. That's why I recommended you share your own journey. What if people in the vegan community and those thinking about switching their diet sees that?

[@Amya56454]

YESSSS she definitely needs a show!! She is funny and all kinds of AWESOME!! And beautiful

[@xXDiamonddXx]

@Miss Isle she already stated multiple times in the video she's a new vegan, you don't have to follow someone who's been vegan for a decade to know things can work. Like she said it took her 10 days to see a difference. Most people change things in their life when they fall to bits...its normal and seen often. She's a good representation because she said she didn't know why people went vegan, she tried it to see if it worked for her, she tried to get her family to do it and realized its not about everyone its her personal decision to make her feel better.

[@spaceylacey83]

I went vegan for the ethics about six months ago but it's reversed so many of my multiple sclerosis symptoms, too! On top of that my vision is better, my weight doesn't fluctuate like it used to, and my skin is clear and healthy looking. I'm also growing new hair in spots that had become thin. I was very frizzy on the top for a few months. I am loving my new lifestyle. 🤩

[@daniellebrogan8699]

This is giving me hope. Been given a really bad back diagnosis and hoping it will help

[@missyadams3542]

I had Multiple Sclerosis too and I chose to eat healthy too and haven't stuck a needle in me since 2018 and I give ALL glory to God!! I still eat baked chicken and baked fish sometimes though!

[@StrangestofDays]

Hiya, could I just ask you something please? For those of you with MS, do you still cook with oil? And also limit your fat intake? Or do you just practice veganisn/eating plant based and that alone turned your health around? (I know alot of ppl with MS avoid oil and limit their fat intake but that's a very difficult existence so I'm wondering if you can get good results without doing that). Many thanks 🙂

[@spaceylacey83]

@@StrangestofDays hello! For my part, I still use oil for pan frying and other stuff. Avocado and olive oil mostly though I also use full fat coconut cream when I'm making something like pumpkin pie or whipped cream that's supposed to be indulgent. I don't see myself as having given up much at all, probably because it feels like I've gained more than I've lost. Had vegan cheeseburgers with baked fries last night, sautéed onions and mushrooms, the works.

[@keishaj.2001]

I have MS as well! Thank you for sharing. I think I need to try this.

[@marionwilliams9072]

I love your spirit! I’m going to try this for 30 days like you said. I have health issues. Diabetes, High Blood Pressure and Stage 4 Kidney failure. Pray for me. The DEVIL IS A LIAR.

[@qb5389]

How u doing now?

[@moniaccessories9423]

🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@elevatewithe]

🙏🏾 🙏🏾 🙏🏾 ❤️

[@AdolGlow]

God is with you ❤️

[@saraiday1646]

Praying for you ❤

[@morgansimmons383]

“If you happen to slip up, don’t beat yourself up over it: relax. It’s okay honey; it’s day by day.” 🥺 Why am I crying, this is the encouragement I’ve needed my entire life 😭

[@loveannbea]

Felt the same way! It feels so good to hear someone genuinely say those things 💜

[@labullo79]

"And we need to judge less and love more" 🥺

[@KrystleGourjuss]

She come off as gentle, honest, and lovable. After watching her, she really encouraged me to try this out..no judgement zone.

[@maryamalirox]

Krissy GourjussTv good luck :)

[@janah5617]

u go!🌱

[@peroyatusave9827]

Krissy GourjussTv u wanna go vegan because it’s a meat shortage

[@AshleyZieman]

Didn't she though, she made me year up!

[@cacapoopoopp]

yeah, the position of Erin

[@brooklynsarver4710]

I have been vegan for 2 1/2 years now, before that I used to work at a pizza company and ate really bad. Tried it for 30 days and felt so much energy after I would eat! I kept with it because I genuinely felt better while eating that way. Also my parents friends, a married couple, both had cancer and one was told it was terminal. Together they changed their diet and recovered from it! They both swear to this day it's because they became vegan.

[@estephaniemedina6492]

Tabitha is so warm, she's like America's mom. And so welcoming makes my day.

[@Michelle-pn9xt]

Stop putting weird labels on other people. She is more than that.

[@priscillajimenez27]

She is. My mom has been following her for awhile now

[@kevinroyceho]

PROTECT THIS WOMAN AT ALL COSTS SHE IS A TREASURE 😭❤️

[@jaymywills]

She has SUCH a Claire Huxtable "esque" to her, doesn't she?! Classy & beautiful! ♥️

[@loridori]

Jeremy Williams I always thought the same thing

[@nethanyaa]

Jeremy Williams she does

[@Janelle_Talks]

Yes she does !!

[@sweetvictory89]

Yes lol When she enters the room and speak It's automatic respect

[@chrisg9842]

I said the same thing..on her new video she sounds just like her with a little country twang..she's fine too!!

[@darnisejennings9138]

You are absolutely correct about the “What the Health” documentary. Life changing. It saved me after being diagnosed with MS. Now seven years later and medication free 🙏🏽 I couldn’t be happier!

[@tracysmith245]

good film

[@StrangestofDays]

Hiya, could I just ask you something please? Do you still cook with oil? And also limit your fat intake? Or do you just eat plant based? (I know about of ppl with MS avoid oil and limit their fat intake). Many thanks 🙂

[@WholeHeartily]

WHOA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! That’s Amazing!

[@understandingiskey401]

Yes! Its because of that documentary I don't eat pork to this day and I'm so much better off for it.

[@judithverabarra5607]

I went vegan 4 years ago this month because I was having so much pain from osteo arthritis, decades of pain getting worse every year. After about one month I noticed that the pain was dialed back by about 80%! Now I'm so glad to be vegan and, although I did it for my health, not the animals, I'm also happy that it helps the animals in a small way at least. And that's my business...

[@JoiDior]

I can’t get over how PRETTY Tabitha is and she has such a beautiful spirit. Love her!

[@sherrylynn3304]

YES! It's why she married and still married after 22 years. I hope to be able to demonstrate some of her spirit.

[@Aja.l_]

I’m loving her short hair pics too. She has such a beautiful face

[@southerncreole334]

Every time this lady says "honey", I feel like we're having a personal conversation face to face in my living room. lol I love this lady

[@tekenja3]

Don't it feel like that?? 😂😂😂

[@lilyillustrates5903]

facts lmao

[@tamarayuen7774]

I felt exactly the same!!

[@TrailBlazingTurtle]

She is the epitome of joy and wholesomeness

[@0000asdfasdf0000]

Brown vegan in the house! Holler at me girl! 6 years now! and loving it!!!!! You are so infectious I tell you! Oh I mean positive aura!!!!!

[@amani2222]

My daughter introduced me to the Vegan diet a few years back and it is a game changer. It will literally stop the aging process as well as improve your health. Although I still eat meat from time to time it is very frugal and in very small portions. May God continue to bless you 🙏

[@031elizabeth793]

She needs to be a therapist or a councillor because by god, she brings me peace. Im not even Vegan but when she said have your moment and get back on track, I felt that

[@loveannbea]

Me too💜 tears of relief inside.

[@anewfuture9975]

honestly i dont want her to bc she talked about just bc shes seen as a nice lady people keep randomly dumping their trauma onto her as if they personally know her just because shes a really nice and welcoming person.

[@danai6579]

a new future yeah i agree with that

[@tlynn7043]

EXACTLY. THIS IS MY NEW FAVORITE CHANNEL!!!!

[@blooketandticketytoc]

Same here

[@rochelleh6290]

Omgggg THE BESTT VEGAN TIKTOK MOM!!! "Cuz that's yo buziness"❤❤

[@anze3401]

What is her @

[@rochelleh6290]

@@anze3401 you can search up iamtabithabrown on Tiktok and instagram

[@micahmcclough8918]

Like so like that 😉😁

[@chunkymomvlogs7220]

I Knew she sounded familiar! It is her

[@HB-no4mu]

That garlic powder, you already know! Miss Tabitha makes my day! 😩😩

[@shenaypretty]

Glad she found something that works for her! I love at the end when she said "have a good day and even if you can't don't go messing up someone else's day"

[@michellerobinson3572]

Yes that tickled me!

[@staceygriffin271]

I am so encouraged about this. I have diabetes in my family on both sides so badly and my doctor told me it would be inevitable for me to get it. The devil is a liar! I have been eating healthier and my goal is to do even more for me and my family. I know my WHY, my WHY is my life. I want to live long and healthy. I want to see my kids grow up, get married and have their own kids. That is my WHY and trying this vegan lifestyle may be my next step. Thank you Tabitha! I always enjoy watching you and your husband. God bless!

[@ronneyrendon5045]

That smile has more love & light than the month of June, July AND August!

[@samuelhinshelwoodjr]

very well said lol

[@chinenyeosuji8267]

😂😂😂 facts

[@tasham1496]

Yes it does

[@Deepseablue372]

Absolutely ☺️ 💜

[@sidneshipman3827]

this woman is too good for all of us what did we do to deserve her

[@blackgoldband7427]

Sidne Shipman Spirit is working through her

[@GarudaLegends]

She will eat meat in 2 years

[@1mrstoatley]

Sidne Shipman I love her lol

[@leeiilee7614]

GarudaLegends why would you say that? I have been vegetarian for 10 years. I don’t desire meat. I’m sure she don’t either.

[@GarudaLegends]

So do you eat egg, eat real cheese, or drink animal matter?

[@BanginANG007]

Plant based vegan 7 years! Loving my life!!! Not perfect but always trying! Thanks for sharing Tabitha we love you!

[@chassidylewis3473]

Perfect

[@MsBobbieHobbyFarmer]

I Love all your recipes! My mother was 68 when she died of congestive heart failure and brother was only 53 when he died of the same! Thanks to you I started vegan! Thank you for being a huge inspiration in my life!

[@MarlaPo]

I'm not vegan, i'm only here because I love her voice.

[@PinnkPisces]

Evee eve samsies! Lol

[@lynnmac5116]

Me too!😊

[@tnhope5]

She has a healing voice!

[@larryowens3530]

She is so positive I love her.

[@christianfox6937]

Me to I saw her on TikTok and she been my favorite auntie in my head.. Lol 😂

[@fmradiostyle]

As someone who is healing from perfectionistic ideals- when she says “Don’t beat yourself up over it, relax! Honey, it’s day by day “ I almost bawled! Thank You for the Transparency Tabitha 😩

[@shyanndestiny2462]

Same!!!

[@TattedMunchkin69]

It helps that it's coming from someone that feels like your caring auntie lol

[@sonja4164]

Yes ❤❤❤❤

[@joker6solitaire]

I'm a recovering perfectionist too, and veganism is what helped me start healing from that obsession. It's so incredible to realize that every meal is a chance to start over!

[@toniamcdonald1838]

Same. Spoke life to my soul!

[@taylordottie5858]

She has such a beautiful Aura! I've been vegan for almost 5 years.... no more high cholesterol, constipation, insomnia, fatigue and fatty liver disease. And I've lost a lot of weight and feel Amazing! Thanks for such an inspiring video.

[@Billionbucks007]

I have been in so much pain over the years....I have been considering trying veganism was afraid. But dying is more scary. Thank you for this video!

[@kldpceofwrkp6158]

@medicalmedium I've lost count of the things I've healed from following quite a few of his protocols! Look around on over there, he provides very informative information. Example: eggs are considered what they call a "TROUBLEMAKER" food! He lists tons of things to contribute to getting your LIFE back. Happy Healing To You!

[@MeekeeKobellaDrNP]

Never fear death, it is the graduation from this life.

[@shesageorgiapeach]

Same. The pain meds aren’t working anymore and nothing helps but prednisone. Looking forwarding to being pain free and feeling like myself again.

[@jesussavedme229]

If you are a believer in Christ Jesus, you should not fear death. For God did not give us the spirit of fear, but of love,power, and a sound mind. Death for a follower of Jesus is the beginning of eternal life.

[@krirt13]

Her voice is so comforting and she's so pretty!!!

[@summernoelle7769]

Completely agree. She could easily be one of the faces of a national plant-based lifestyle.

[@iamstephaniespight]

Ikr

[@sandralaiana]

💯

[@kel5710]

100% plus her accent is lovely 🥰

[@redrum4139]

Inside and out.. Beautiful soul.

[@alexnetherton4846]

I love how she also preaches staying away from processed food because that’s the biggest issue in my opinion

[@marisastoneobrien7834]

I agree..that is why so many think it is so expensive. Plus processed vegans foods have all kinds of junk in them.

[@justroberto5052]

i mean... the biggest issue is probs the Animal exploitation part...

[@salamilid4125]

@@justroberto5052 but healthwise is the biggest issue. Animal exploitation is very horrible tho - I kinda wonder if we can open up jobs to better people idk

[@Sm-ig4rn]

it's really difficult to be vegan without any processed foods. not only does it make life easier, but you can replicate your favorite foods with it. the reality is, most people who are vegan will end up buying processed foods because you would get bored of the diet otherwise long term.

[@Redd91ful]

Alex Netherton I know a vegan that eats Oreos like crazy😭

[@fnihp30]

She just radiates positivity & love!

[@brandieontherocks4973]

If you haven't read her book, or listened to her audiobook, then do yourself a favor because it's amazing! Her story will blow your mind and inspire you all at once. I laughed, cried, and felt full after listening. ❤❤❤

[@crystalfrench2425]

Usually I skip through videos to get to the point , SHE HAD MY ATTENTION THE WHOLE TIME !! ❤️👏🏾

[@1NV4S10N]

Me too.

[@dan33yandrew]

Same here

[@heavenlysong1]

Me too!!

[@mohammedalqudah8379]

SAMEEE

[@sciencegirl2012]

Me too!

[@imtheprize]

"Let your food be your medicine and your medicine be your food"

[@Teetee554]

True statement

[@tyardovdabulldht2340]

Hippocrates sure said it!

[@LeafInTheWind88]

For you guys literally crying over her message, It’s the North Carolina hospitality she has. I know cause that’s all I grew up around. It’s a very loving, warm, sincere personality that infectious and it feels like a big hug🥰

[@emanueldelove8170]

"Don't force it on anyone else. Just let it be personal" ~ Tabitha Brown

[@afrofaeries]

Yeah! I’m vegetarian and I hate it when other plant based eaters shame meat eaters or vice versa. We need to learn how to simply mind our business in our society smh ❤

[@caydencollis3377]

"What is your 'why'? If your 'why' is true to you you'll stick to it." That's my biggest takeaway. Vegan or not.

[@nuelle2361]

*This.* I don't think I've come across a truer statement. Before going vegan, when I would try to eat healthy to lose weight, I would just always find my self giving in to temptations. But after learning how bad the animal agriculture industry is for the environment, I decided I *had* to go vegan. No ifs, ands, or buts. Ever since then, I have not had any meat and kept dairy intake to a minimum, even though I live with family members who do eat meat. Sometimes it is tempting, but I just look at it and am reminded of why I went vegan and I've never looked back.

[@nuelle2361]

@hello Tf is your problem? I was not even replying to you. I was replying to the origional commenter. There was no need to be rude.

[@nuelle2361]

@hello You don't care yet you're still replying? 🤔 I'm sorry, I'm having a hard time understanding why you are angry?

[@nuelle2361]

@hello Oh, okay. You trying to be funny. I don't know why it took me so long to realize you are a troll lmao. Good day ✌

[@nuelle2361]

@Anna M. Oh no, it's fine 😂 lol. I'm not offended. They were just trolling. Pay them no mind.

[@ana.mp4870]

of course she's from a place called eden, she's an angel

[@MyChannel-ny6kk]

Ana-Maria Vasiloiu my older sister and her husband live in Eden and pretty much is just like her and also vegan except she has locs.

[@goldenlifelove7251]

Such a sweet comment❤

[@yvonnemfuller]

My family's home is near Eden. And honey, that's my business

[@CarlosSantana-we6ts]

There was no angels in the garden of eden

[@rachelblackstock3465]

lol go to eden 💀

[@Luvurselffirst]

Noticed I was smiling from the start of the video until she spoke about her illness. thank you for this video and for you!!

[@sisterrose6836]

Finally, someone that doesn't say, "I went Vegan, because the Bible says, "Thou shalt not kill." LOL! I just say, "Jesus fed 5,000 people with 2 Fish and 5 Loaves of Bread. I don't eat Meat either and I am trying to go Vegan. However, there is nothing wrong with choosing to eat Meat, and you are so right about not judging those that do, just because we don't. Thank you for such kind words!

[@die7fox]

"Know your 'why'" is probably the best life advice I've ever been given.

[@emmajones8524]

die7fox yes!

[@AB-qt1bs]

It’s across the board for in all life areas

[@domHoe]

Facts !

[@cherylhodge8650]

Me too!! I had to write that in my journal!

[@DeNichols-old]

Tabitha Brown is my new favorite person now. I could watch her talk about food all day.

[@prettyqueen573]

Right!!!

[@yolandadunmore104]

Me too!❤️

[@TEETOTHE]

De Nichols right!

[@devonnemcmorris772]

Poor eating led me to having awful episodes of vertigo, sinus infections, migraines and chronic pressure headaches. I was feeling MISERABLE @ 35 y/o, taking medications with awful side effects. I decided to cut out the red meat and dairy and by day 8 i started feeling AMAZING!!! I’m not going Vegan but I’m purposely eating healthier with the intentions of making wiser decisions to feel better♥️

[@earthbarnes6694]

Cutting out dairy alone is going to be very helpful and life changing...red meat is hard on some people as well

[@BassettHoundBandit]

I love your energy, so positive and peaceful. I also love your nails and earrings, fun colours 💅.

[@cutie6838]

“Only white people do it.” 😂😂😂 my mentality too😂😂😂

[@arisolomon662]

Have you heard of Trayce McQuirter? She's a dietician who has a program called 10,000 Black Vegan Women where she's specifically helping Black women go plant-based. byanygreensnecessary.com/

[@alyonas.e.3642]

@@arisolomon662 thank you for sharing - I read some of her content and it's very inspiring 😍

[@tmonroe3807]

@@arisolomon662 Thanks Im going to check her out. Starting my Journey today.

[@arisolomon662]

@@tmonroe3807 Good for you! You can do it!!

[@keedraharris488]

Ari Solomon Thank you for sharing this.

[@liv3893]

My mom had stage 4 colon cancer , is did chemo for a while and even got two tumor removed and wasn't feeling better till she read about better eating , and that when she went vegatrain and almost month in ( this is kinda uncomfortable) but she was able to pass stool much easier and then she decided she would try veganism and 1,5 year later she was almost cancer free and when asked what saved her life she says veganism was the main thing and mindfulness it's been 5 years and she's cancer free , of course the cancer did damage her colon so she does need medicine to help pass stool but tbeing vegan definitely decrease the amount of medicine she needs to take , so proud of mom for fighting this her way

[@ronneisemunoz7374]

♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@smileymileys100]

I am happy to hear that your mom is doing better. You should look into kangen water. Its an alkalized water that has helped some people I know with healing from cancer just though id pass it along

[@melvina628]

@@smileymileys100 Kangen water is man-made, artificially alkaline. Not great. A naturally alkaline water is better. Some like Fiji water.

[@soulsunshineeatery4797]

That’s beautiful! I am so happy for your mom! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@lilbit9093]

Olivia, research essential oils( preferably Florihana and Doterra, all brands cannot be consumed) and research which ones will heal the colon. I healed myself of chronic fatigue as well; with the use of oils, being vegan etc. one of my staples is helichrysum...please check this out!! To much to list, but I have a collection of oils, depending the need.

[@kace_i]

Your story makes me feel like I’m going down the right path.. I woke up two months ago with pain in my neck, pressure in my head, brain fog, blurry eyes.. was so scared, saw a neurologist who called it a “resting migraine”.. thank you for sharing!

[@LuLuTheGuru]

I don't think anybody was the same after watching What The Health! Cudos to the creator! Spreading knowledge that helped the world ascend to a positive healthier direction. I became a plant-based eater after I watched What The Health as well!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! And I learned about the alkaline lifestyle after learning about Alfredo Bowmans teachings (Dr. Sebi)

[@mushooporkie]

i kept saying “yes ma’am” after everything she said 🥺 what a gem

[@farahibrahim1345]

Gabrielle Artis me too🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺

[@britbanana8412]

If my math teachers voice had been this soothing when I was in high school, I would've been a physicist by now

[@actionjackson4295]

I would've gone beyond basic math 🤣

[@missmelaninated2148]

I can’t say it enough! This woman just brings pure joy to my soul ♥️

[@user-qe8ld3cc2w]

I swear her story is me, anxiety, depression, constant headaches and some more. Attempting to eat veggies for awhile.

[@alvatorresv]

I've had the same resting headache in the back of my head along with dizziness for 6 months and my dad also died of ALS at 50 in 2011. I don't think this is a coincidence at all, I'm gonna try to go vegan. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@Whiskur]

Alva Torres I used to have those headaches/migraines so bad as well. - Found our how animals were treated, something clicked and I felt wrong supporting the death of innocent beings. Even if they live a ‘good life’ it’s almost like I felt and tasted the fear they had before dying. I was raised religious and so naturally, my mom said she’d pray for me at her Bible study. I thanked her, decided to see if there was any Bible verses I could remember about not eating certain foods since I still in someway believe we need to treat our bodies like a temple. Genesis 1:28-30 talks about garden of eden and how we have fruits and seeds for our food, when she came home? I told her I felt so sick and didn’t want to eat animals anymore. She said, ‘in the end, that’s your choice.’ She went vegetarian for 2 years, mostly plant based after learning for herself. - Headaches and migraines went away within a WEEK. Had lasted 4 years. Now I’ve been vegan (for animals and planet, added health now) since September 2016 and I still get headaches or migraines when stressed, but, never are they for months on end. - Have a beautiful day ahead and I hope you feel better soon!

[@ah-ss7he]

Alva Torres 🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@ah-ss7he]

JoMoe G. I want to go Whole Foods plants based but it’s so hard. I’m morbidly obese and want my life back.

[@ah-ss7he]

JoMoe G. I struggle with self discipline

[@ah-ss7he]

JoMoe G. Thank you ♥️ I’m watching What the Health right now.

[@aname4700]

I just want her to hold my hands and say honey everything will be alright

[@LovelyMagpie]

Shinny Pinneaple this is the one for that! vm.tiktok.com/vGR7jG/

[@locruz3664]

Yesssss

[@aname4700]

@@LovelyMagpie thank you 🥺🥺🥺💖💖💖

[@angelajohnson346]

30 day challenge accepted. I want to get rid of these headaches. Thanks

[@MoDavI-sl7iy]

My Great Grandmother lived in North Carolina all of her life, & she ate meat all of her life. She transitioned two years ago, she was two months short of her 104th birthday. R.i.p Grandma Dora.👏🏿.. Kudos 4 you though!

[@leshee3000]

her headache went away "like so like that!" 💕

[@pamelagutierrez4441]

and that's her business!! lmaoooo

[@tammylewis9246]

EXACTLY

[@alicemallorythomas]

🤣🤣🤣♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@Friencine]

Lml yess

[@thebrideoffrankenstein2415]

Lol

[@web30mill]

I met Ms Brown last year (2019) at the Vegan Soul Fest in Charlotte, NC...she was soo Nice...The same way she is in this video is the same way she acts live...She is sooo Sweet!!

[@RoseyBlu]

I'm so mad I missed it. I'm from the QC

[@web30mill]

@@RoseyBlu I ate sooo good there!! I hope they have it again....if not this Summer then Next Summer 2021

[@bornwithclass2365]

Jerry Williams ugh 😑 I’m jealous you met her lol!!! So happy you both experienced the energy.

[@annaking7202]

Omg I'm from Charlotte and didn't know that was a thing

[@Jackjohnjay]

I’ve been a strict vegetarian for almost 30 years and just started introducing some animal meats, more dairy, and some eggs, which I didn’t care for. I’m feeling better. It’s about finding a balance for me. I’m tired of the supplements and not getting my protein needs met even around carefully planned meals.

[@wivesofgod6965]

Omg tabitha this is me right now tired and headaches and anxiety and I’m trying to look like I’m ok I just prayed God I need you and I clicked this video and I feel better like I can push through this

[@erinalexander2188]

She looks like a completely different person in her old pictures of when she was sick. She was still beautiful but you can tell in her eyes that she wasn't happy

[@thelifeuchoose]

She totally looked different...It's amazing

[@fromdaether3993]

HER SKIN THO✨💃🏾🙌🏽 THAT BLACK SHO AIN'T CRACKIN HUNNI🚫💯🌸

[@jonothandoeser]

Go VEGAN!!

[@OmniEyeAm]

That vegan vibe

[@dianelaliberte1878]

I was thinking the same thing 🌻

[@myvisionownsme]

You’re another one of God’s masterpieces fellow Queen Tabitha

[@epsilonvideo]

Great content Tabitha! I went vegan about 13 years ago when my adult acne did not go away. Dermatologists kept prescribing antibiotics and a six-month check-up but "you keep eating as usual". Well, I was turning 40 and I had horrible acne, cystic acne. Once I found out it was my horrible eating habits (fast-food, animal proteins, dairy, alcohol, sugar), and I took on a vegan lifestyle, my acne began to disappear. Now I enjoy clear skin and I even came up with a delicious vegan dessert which you can see on my channel. It's a bit high on cals but good!! Great video and gracias again.

[@hellomynameisjen]

She should be a motivational speaker - her voice and personality is so refreshing 🥰

[@Iam_liv3]

Why did this have me tearing up!! I’m in the midst of changing my health for the better hoping to cure my eczema and stomach problems. Wish me luck!

[@lisamitchell2501]

I need to join you on this journey because I have eczema as well. Tabitha is such a great inspiration, good luck to you!!!😊😊

[@justinejulien117]

It really does help eczema, I acquired eczema on Keto eating meat the moment I decided to do more plant based options and cut out the meat My eczema cleared up and I didn't need to go back to the doctor again

[@zanetapeoples]

M in no nnnbvc Co knnbbbb

[@livid2699]

Good luck! Wishing you well :)

[@s.w.9138]

You've got this!💯

[@freenchrist2935]

I remember watching you, around that time you gave Wendy Williams that Loving response. I watched some of you're Vegan video clips. I was always, so uplifted watching you, but I knew my appetite was too far gone, to curve out meat. I fasted for three days, earlier this year to break free from bad habits. After the fast, I no longer desired to eat meat. I have been free from meat a couple of months, now and I feel like a billion bucks! Thanks, for the encouragement.

[@kandycewilliams4143]

So Inspiring!! My husband and I have been vegan for 2 months and loving it! ☺️

[@brittainscott1502]

I hope it's going well for you both!

[@rachelpi.1271]

"I'll tell you what's expensive. Your process food!" Amen!

[@AishaAjona]

It’s so true!

[@j_venom]

I want to be friends with her so bad.. She radiates positive and humorous energy!

[@TheMieshalewis]

Jenn Nguyen I say the same thing!!!!!

[@alisonf1285]

Jenn Nguyen was legit gonna say the same thing lol

[@holyexperience1976]

I can see why!

[@desiderata2709]

Love when she say if you can't have amazing day, "don't you dare go messing up nobody else's"

[@dynickacarpenter3177]

This is so inspiring I'm watching this cause I'm considering becoming a vegetarian due to a cyst in my brain and hemifacial spasms that are worsening and the doctors can't figure out what's going on. The only thing I haven't tried was changing my diet..my problem is i think its going to happen overnight! I'm doing this day by day 💪🏾

[@AA-dm3io]

She makes me feel warm inside and I'm now starting a petition to make her president.

[@Elizabeth-ky8xb]

She’s literally the person I go to watch when I have panic attacks idk why but her videos just get rid of it

[@ShakiraJonay]

Me too!!

[@Lemons19902010]

She just has that calm, mom-like, spirit.

[@sherylmohn8243]

Tabitha is a blessing God has a plan for her and He is using her to bless others i love her too

[@rae4real792]

It's because of the calm and peace she has! Natural anxiety cure. I struggled with anxiety for years. I learned to stay in a positive environment (food, people, places) good vibes only, no meds needed it works! The minute I'm around negative, complaining people or watching something gloomy or has no positivity sure enuf that old anxiety comes back...NO COINCIDENCE!!

[@rae4real792]

@kabadanke YESSSSS!!!!

[@dreameryoung38]

What brought me here is that changing my diet saved my life. As a child growing up I was always sick. It started with migraines and then allergies and was diagnosed borderline diabetic. All I no longer suffer because I changed my eating habits.Im almost 60 and I'm on no medications.....throw in exercise

[@msa1948]

I needed this! Planning on changing my diet and came across this video, thanks hun 😘😘

[@TheHidalgo99]

She looks younger than on a lot of pictures from the past too.

[@kennedicampbell2266]

TheHidalgo99 ikrrr she looks 35 and in her older photos she looks 40-45

[@leonamay8776]

Not being in chronic pain definitely helps with that kind of thing. She's really gorgeous.

[@mandaroberts4596]

I've been noticing it about ALLOT of celebrity converts, lately!!! They look, TOTALLY different, in a GREAT way!!!

[@CathyB-qq5tk]

@TheHidalgo99 That was my main observation. It is amazing!!! She looks Amazing!

[@mlbeautyspa]

I know I was just saying the same thing she looks so much older in the before pictures wow that’s wonderful

[@anamariali3383]

I started going vegan and my acne went away like😳

[@MrsGinelleO]

How old were you? I’m interested because my daughter has acne (12)

[@mariacastro1180]

Cutting out dairy can really help with acne

[@mariacastro1180]

MrsGinelleO maybe try having her cut back on dairy (and maybe join her).

[@HairyBottom]

Anamaria Li Your acne didn’t go away because you went vegan. Your acne went away because you were allergic to something you where eating.

[@matdolor2564]

@@HairyBottom i.e. meat dairy and or eggs. Maybe the acnes didn't go away because she is vegan but her contribution to animal abuse and environmental degradation did.

[@misterincreds5341]

just found this video. I absolutely love the way you laid things out. So much truth in this video. I don't have it all down pat yet. But you are so encouraging when you say it's okay and not to beat yourself up over it. It's day by day. Thank you for sharing. I truly have enjoyed and needed to hear this video today.

[@amberbrittain3247]

I loved watching your video! You have a very calming voice and your so funny! Thank you for posting! I’m 5 days in with hypothyroidism hoping to heal. You’re video was very inspirational thank you!!

[@rae4real792]

Is it me or does this beautiful queen have the most pleasant and calming spirit? Love shines all thru her!

[@dsims9346]

Exactly.. . She is so down to earth...calming and soothing...Love in Action

[@tisha1322]

It's not you! I feel it too. An amazing and well spoken woman!

[@Getitgirlllll4717]

She really does! Tabitha is amazing Love her!

[@pw7830]

I love her! She’s awesome

[@theresacolton644]

She really does.

[@Sweetetta1]

I’m trying to understand the 149 dislikes 🤷🏽‍♀️ how can you dislike this woman? She is absolutely amazing!

[@TheVivalakarli]

Obviously the carnivores who saw “vegan” in the title but didn’t bother to watch it... but that’s their business 🤣🤷🏼‍♀️

[@dostergroup]

@@TheVivalakarli Okaaaayyee..., I can't see past free range chicken and beef but I'm loving Ms. Tabitha Brown!!

[@dgollas]

@@dostergroup You need to see how what free range and beef means, is all marketing, they all did and suffer the same.

[@gwadinka]

@@dgollas Tabitha said it. It's that person's business 🤷🏾‍♀️. Do your thing and let dostergroup do theirs.

[@dgollas]

@@gwadinka Things are a bit more complex when there are victims of exploitation involved in doing our thing. I'm not keeping anybody from doing their thing, just spreading knowledge, she as Tabitha does.

[@davidstone511]

I’ve been on a vegan diet for three weeks and have not suffered constipation since. My plan was to try it for a month but I could do this for much longer. The food is delicious and finding new recipes is fun.

[@queenbeauti3669]

I've been asking God about new way to eat that I will enjoy. I love cooking now and I truly believe the Vegan lifestyle is becoming more and more appealing to me. I love my fish so it may be me becoming a Pescatarian ....bake more due to me loving sweets... I'm excited about this new journey. Thank you for this beautiful video