It's Q&A time! We asked our Instagram followers what questions they had for us and answered them on today's video. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @ instagram.com/krocksinthekitchen Use these timestamps to skip ahead in the video: 1:28 - What was your favorite part of Rochester, MN? 2:45 - Do you find it hard to jump back on the wagon once you’ve had “cheat food”? 3:49 - What is your favorite simple go-to meal for weight loss? 4:38 - Can you talk more about shading your garden? 5:35 - What advice would you give yourself at the beginning of your WFPB journey? 6:21 - Are you planning on having children? 6:52 - How much thought do you put into responding to mean comments? 7:37 - Why are you fat if you eat a plant-based diet? 11:15 - Are you planning to stay with your parents or get your own place? 12:08 - Is it harder to stay on track while living with non-WFPB eaters? 15:04 - What are some basic tips for getting started & staying on track? 16:55 - Do you have days where you slip & eat unhealthy foods? 17:47 - Any fun podcasts you listen to? 19:01 - Do you also get utterly frustrated by the rollercoaster called life? 20:14 - Do you rotate the veggies in the garden or does the Mel’s Mix refresh the soil? 21:37 - Favorite meal right now that keeps you on track? 22:38 - A nice comment :) Other videos you might enjoy: Square Foot Gardening Videos - bit.ly/KrocksGarden Our Kitchen Tour - kzread.info/dash/bejne/hntqw9dukZmrqs4.html 10 Tips For Switching To A WFPB Diet - kzread.info/dash/bejne/e3qmtMqDqLybfKg.html Red Beans & Rice Recipe - kzread.info/dash/bejne/maWrzI-EiJyuoKQ.html Super Tasty Vegan Chili - kzread.info/dash/bejne/p6VttcdpeNqxprw.html Awesome Weird Vegan Chili - kzread.info/dash/bejne/dHyisregYay5pco.html Golden Autumn Pumpkin Chili - kzread.info/dash/bejne/pmeCmc57l6bciZs.html

@CharGC123

2 жыл бұрын

I so admire your kind replies, I would lambaste the rude @holes!... which is one of the many reasons why I don't have a channel! Like many others I'm sure, I can so relate to the struggles on your journey! When I went WFPB 10 years ago I reversed all kinds of chronic diseases, weaned off a slew of drugs including narcotics and antidepressants, and went on to lose over 150 lbs. I felt better at 60 than I did at 30... but life had some nasty surprises! First my adult son passed away. He was so proud of how I got healthier...so I stayed faithful to the program "for him", because personally I just stopped caring about everything and I felt totally broken. Still, the weight starting creeping back. A short time later, my cheating husband showed up at the door after his girlfriend had a stroke and had to move into a care facility. In the 5 years he was gone from here I'm wondering if he didn't have a stroke or some other serious issue because he went from a big, strong, burly, obnoxious, loud-mouth, to a wasted, shriveled, weak, unbalanced, invalid who can barely speak and can't even take care of simple hygiene. He had nowhere else to go, and he does own the house, so despite my horror I am forced to cohabitate with him! Over time I've gained back 50 lbs and it will not budge unless I fast. New health problems are rearing their inevitable ugly heads so it's an imperative! Talk about frustrating!!!

@SherryAnnOfTheWest

2 жыл бұрын

"Why are you still fat" is a rude way to ask ... but I can understand why someone would be curious about your progress if you had indeed been rigorously following the "plan" for the past 2 years. While I have never had a severe weight problem, I have ALWAYS struggled as an adult with my weight ... I'm never as "skinny" as I want to be. It's a process. I'm now 64 and still find it a challenge. Most people would probably say I'm a "thin person," but only you know how you feel. I try to eat right, I work out every day and try to be kind to myself ... that's all you can do. Yes, it IS a "journey," but sometimes the journey is the whole thing ... you may never reach the "destination." That's ok. What gives humans a reason to live is a quest. We all have our personal quests.

@Nan-59

2 жыл бұрын

Ummmm, it's NONE OF ANYONE's business regarding kids/no kids. Good Golly people! You can be a very fulfilled person and not have children. None! zero! zip! no children.💥 My 40-year-old daughter has no children! And likely will never well unless she adopts. Someday. What my daughter really loves are dogs... so I have grand dogs and very well proud of it! Ha! I guess that really hit me wrong didn't it! Or maybe it hit me right!

@Nan-59

2 жыл бұрын

I'm going to check out your favorite band! What song would you think I should listen to first?!!

@KrocksInTheKitchen

2 жыл бұрын

My favorite album of theirs is Rewind and Record, but any of them are great. 😀

Fat happens. It happens to several of us. On and off. Doesn’t change the love we all have for you! 🥰

Don’t ever be embarrassed! You two represent the majority of people and we all struggle, especially people with food issues. Please don’t give the trolls a second thought, because you two are awesome and only deserve the best.

I so appreciate your honesty, transparency, and kindness! You’re such sweet souls!

@klimtkahlo

2 жыл бұрын

Me too!!! When I received a Christmas card from them I literally felt like I had won the lottery!!! ❤️❤️❤️

Intermittent fasting is your best way to go. Tons of energy - I give myself 4 hours a day to eat and 20 hours of non-eating. Best thing I ever did. I was snacking all day long - felt lethargic. Started May 6, 2022 fasting and it is now June 16 and I feel amazing. Tons of energy - wanting to exercise. My clothes are much looser - I feel great!

You inspire me so much. My sister asked me one day…”I thought vegan/plant based ppl are supposed to lose weight. Why are you still overweight?” This hurt me so much but then I go back and what your videos from the beginning and I feel so much better. I am 52 years old and I had bypass surgery back in 2004 and I have gain a lot of my weight back but I don’t give up. I will never ever be skinny minnie but I am happy and I love this lifestyle. I have tried almost all your recipes and I am thankful for you both. Please continue to inspire and sharing your thoughts with us. I never comment on videos but listening to you touched me and so I wanted to share. Thank you again for being honest and transparent with us!! Love you both. ❤️

@lorimac0260

2 жыл бұрын

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My husband and I were strict “whole food plant based”, feeling wonderful, until the pandemic hit(starting 1/2018). During the pandemic, we started eating processed “easy” high fat and salt foods. We packed on the pounds. This past March, we finally got back on track and are losing weight and feeling so much better! I appreciate your gracious response to that Instagram post😊

Here’s what I’ve learned about me and maybe this is true for you all too. I can not have “ cheat “ meals.. Even plant based cheat meals reactivate my food cravings and then I lie to myself about how eating a sweet / flour based/ processed food isn’t soooo bad. But it is. Because before too long I’m in the awful food behaviors of stuffing myself , eating in secret, hiding the evidence uggg! So no more “ cheats “ for me.

@merryworld4776

2 жыл бұрын

@yenta vegan 🎯 your comment is 100% on target for me, also.

@oldladyfromnm7590

2 жыл бұрын

So, if you slip up one day you'll just give up? Come On! Be human. Do your best, but don't expect perfection. Get some guidelines in place for the inevitable, occasional setbacks.

@johnjohnson2540

2 жыл бұрын

I have the same problem. I believe Penn Jillette said it best when he said that he sucks at doing moderation. Same here. Don't give me a couple chips. Give me the whole damn bag. We do it or we don't. I find if I limit the "off" days to the weekend, at least I can be good for at least five days of the week.

@randomjournalbitsdawnboss

2 жыл бұрын

My sister sets aside one day a week where she can eat whatever she wants in moderation and it works for her. I cannot do that. I have to be on point every day, it is just how my mind and body works.

@BeatriceApparition

2 жыл бұрын

That's so true for me too!

I hate that there’s such meanness out there. You two are so refreshing, cute, and I love your attitudes and content! Please keep it up!

I appreciate your realness. Some people start on the wfpb lifestyle and never have an issue..... I did great for 4 1/2 years, lost over 80 pounds of kept it off then my mom died and I ate my grief. It's been almost 2 years and I'm still struggling to get the weight off. Still vegan but not wfpb, as I'm eating some junk food. I won't give up. Keep on keeping on guys, I'm with you.

@yellowbird5411

2 жыл бұрын

I have seen in friends and myself, that in "struggling," the struggle takes the place of the diet. If I am "good" for a period of time, then slip, but the diet is always there in back of my mind every time I'm cheating, I think how I am struggling to be good and how I need to get back on the diet. Then the next time I'm struggling again. Part of my brain says that as long as I am aware of my cheating, and know I need to get back on the diet, I'm OK. So it becomes a new "normal" to struggle instead of diet (or be on the program). It's almost like a diet "compromise" with one foot on the boat and one foot on the dock. And I rationalize it's better than being in the water. Hope that makes sense.

Aww, Jessica, you are just the sweetest! I loved your comment back to the question about weight gain on a plant based diet. You know what? You showed grace and integrity in a world where kindness is the most important lesson we learn in life! It's always good to go high when others go low. I love you guys more and more each time I watch a new video. I love your transparency. The ups and downs in life are something we all share on this journey called life. "The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step." -- Lao Tzu Thanks for keeping it real! Looking forward to the new recipes! 🥰🤗

Wow people are rude! You two rock! Keep doing what makes you happy and feel good

@loveisall5520

2 жыл бұрын

No, miss, that's not rude. I've been vegan for nearly a half century and the expectation is that fat people will get much closer to an ideal weight, if not on target. Stop trying to justify this fat, slobby society--won't work.

On the issue of vegans and vegetarians being 'fat' its actually one of the questions we have heard/read over since the 1970's when we started down the no animal products path. People who are 'fat' may have underlying issues, but the fact they are striving to eat healthy and plant based , should be applauded. And as someone who has lost weight, I had to remind myself that the weight didn't go on overnight or in a week and would take weeks, months to lose. Asking about having children is something I avoid, since it's such a personal issue. Some people may ask, because they think you two would make great parents. Am curious with rising food costs has this affected your food budget, if you have a budget.

I was about 240 when I went vegan. Did I initially lose weight? Yes, but I put it all back on as soon as I found all the yummy delicious foods I could eat. When people find out that I was vegan, they would give me an up and down look. One person after doing this actually said "you don't look like a vegan". Advice from a 50-year-old woman who has lost and gained weight her whole life (twice over 100 lbs) Don't diet. Change your habits and stick with them for life. I found intermittent fasting four years ago. I lost 80lbs. But the most crucial part is after four years I still haven't gained it back. I will IF for the rest of my life. Edit to add: I think you responded correctly. Most people that are rude know they are rude. They are rude for the purpose of getting a reaction. Giving them the reaction they are looking for rewards their behavior. Rude people get off on making people upset.

I love your response to the still fat question. It's an adventure all of our lives. We as humans eb and flow....gain a few....lose some etc and sometimes it takes years to hone on into what works and what your body needs. I'm a happy vegan for 5+ years who has been overweight and underweight as a vegan. Now I'm in a good place, healthy and a proper weight for me for the first time in my 45 years. We need to give ourselves some grace. Love your honesty and transparency. Even when you don't feel like it!

I say to myself, “Put your strong person on”, when I need to push past depression and make life happen.

I’m 50 lbs into my 100 lbs weight loss goal. It’s definitely inspiring to be able to watch people who are on the journey with me and not already there. The past month I’ve been a bit off track from eating Whole Foods but trying to get back on track for June!

I think we have all gone through depression the last few years. I'm glad you are honest because it makes you both so real and normal.

@lijohnyoutube101

2 жыл бұрын

THIS-these people are real and stronger than they likely know! The raw honestly is so refreshing and real!

You guys are so lovely. I really admire the wonderful relationship you have. The positive attitude you both have towards the haters. Best wishes from Ireland 🇮🇪

@KrocksInTheKitchen

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! 😀 With any luck, we might make it to Ireland next year. 🙂

I think some of the questions simply point out the differences between people in general. I personally do not think asking if someone is planning to have children is rude. It is just an ordinary question you would ask someone you care about. And asking about the physical condition of a person who is promoting a specific lifestyle is legitimate in my view. Jessica, I think you are absolutely correct in approaching life by giving people the benefit of the doubt. Your channel has grown so much that there are bound to be differences in the way that many people think. You got this far by concentrating on the positive. Keep doing what you do best you guys! I wanted to make some changes in my life toward better health, and it was YOUR channel that got me going in the right direction. So just keep moving forward and continue helping others. There are a lot more people out there who need you!

So so smart to get 5-10 recipes that you “love” and keep working with those. Also not being afraid to change plans once in awhile. Good to see you guys again ♥️

I once had a co-worker that told me I couldn't be vegan because I was fat. I had to school him that potato chips and Oreos are vegan. (I was eating a lot of vegan junk food then.) I don't understand why some people are only happy when they are tearing other people down. I wish you lots of luck and success on your continuing healthy journey.

You two are so beautiful and courageous to SHARE your struggles, both your downs and ups, especially in relation to food. So many of us (like yours truly) get so embarrassed and ashamed that we just want to hide every time we gain weight and really let it "get" to us. You are showing and sharing how to PLOW THROUGH. Bravo!

I also started plant-based whole food eating in 2018 and lost a bunch of weight and then gained it almost all back in 2020-21, and now finally this month I am getting back on track. The struggle is real! Let’s inspire each other ❤

@KrocksInTheKitchen

2 жыл бұрын

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Seriously, thank you so much for coming back, for being brave enough to share and for talking about your ups and downs. Really helped me feel like I'm not soooo alone. 💕

I've been on a very similar journey in the last few years--I went vegan somewhere in 2017 and pretty quickly went (according to bmi) from being "obese" to a "normal" weight without really having to try (granted, I was still in my 20's then, I have a feeling it might be tougher this time around.) Then the pandemic happened, I lost my dad (I know you lost a family member recently too Jessica. It's rough.) and it all fell apart. I gained everything back plus some after being stable for years. I think I'm a lot like you, Jessica. I have a hard time reversing after a less healthy diet shift and there are some foods that I have a really hard time having in moderation once I have any at all (which is why plant based was so helpful for me--some things were just off the table.) I think it's great that you have each other as anchors (and also buoys?) through it all. It's hard to do alone.

I really love how honest y’all are ❤️ I tried whole food plant based, loved it and lost 40 pounds, and then went back to my old habits and ate all the unvegan things I love. I’ve gained some weight back and now I’m struggling to get on track. It’s not easy and the world is a scary place right now. But I’m so proud of you for getting back on track!

I think that when people ask “critical” questions it is their own issue, they usually have a critical/negative environment around “them”. You both have been so successful over time and are continuing to follow a healthy lifestyle, being human means that we aren’t perfect! That being said Thank you for being honest and sharing how to sustain WFPB lifestyle. It does help me and I’m sure others too. I admire you both for your persistence in pursuing this way of eating in a meat centric United States. Again thank you and keep up being yourselves! You are appreciated 💕

Weightloss is a rollercoaster ride for a lot of people and I know this from experience and other peoples' experiences. I'm not giving up and I'm glad to hear that you two aren't giving up either.

Great discussion I don’t know the person intentions asking the “fat” question but it can be a ok question to ask imo. A ton of vegan/WFPB are very societal “attractive” and slim, active etc. even the moms with 3-6 kids are “perfect” crunch mommies that have privilege to stay a home making 3 course meals on a unlimite Whole Food store suburban dream etc. It can be intimidating for normal bodied people working poor to even try, so it good to see all representation/ nationalities/ body types here Also some people weight is affect by medications which isn’t often talked about online and you can’t just stop overnight. Social media is only a snapshot of what people want you to see

Love you guys!!! I struggle with weight ups and downs. I feel if you are fat and eat a healthy meal you are judge and if you are fat and eat an unhealthy meal you are judged….sad that people judge so much. I feel your struggles. From someone who is in her 40’s and has lost both parents…. Spend as much time as you can with your parents and make memories!!! 💞

Love you guys sooo much and am so thankful you are back and doing well🧡. I credit you with helping me find what works for me. I missed you while you were gone. I, too, took a deep dive and was wandering those cave tunnels for about the last 9 months and just had my epiphany moment the other day (finally!!!) to get me back on track. I think so anyway!! We’ll see. Anyway…you are the most real and relatable and lovable people. I really don’t have words to express it--but I appreciate you sharing everything that you do. I’m so intrigued by your “to be revealed” future! I just thought it was a logistical move that made sense -there’s a pandemic and let’s get out of the city and we want to travel so why pay for a city apartment while we want to be traveling a lot😊. I love watching your travels-such fun times! I reallly thought breaking bad was an amazing series but have never watched better call saul--I don’t know why??! 💚💙❤️💛💚💙❤️💛💚💙❤️💛

No shame in where you are on the journey. I'm just glad to have someone (you guys) to be on the journey with! ✨️

Glad to see you both! Like you, I haven’t been perfect, heck, I haven’t been anywhere near perfect, with my eating. The good news is we can alway try again. The only time we fail is when we quit.

I saw the tears in Jessica's eyes answering the question about weight and it broke my heart. Weight is a personal matter. We're blessed to have this snapshot into their lives so we can learn from their successes and their failures. At the end of the day, we're all just imperfect humans in need of grace not judgement.

I appreciate your honesty and give you a lot credit for putting yourself out there. And I agree this is an adventure and it’s not linear, lots of ups and downs. It’s nice that you have each other and both have the same mindset. I have learned that even being WFPB you can still be overweight. I didn’t realise that until I started researching this way of life. I’m trying to transition to this lifestyle and I’ve never been a good vegetable eater and don’t like a wide variety, this is super difficult and frustrating but I’m not giving up. I have great respect for both of you, and your videos are inspiring. Continued success in your journey. Ps I enjoy your recipes. 💕

Love you guys for keeping it real by being your authentic selves. You are living your lives and sharing your WFPB adventure. Thanks for all the great recipes and tips. It makes the adventure so much more fun and sustainable. It is not just about losing weight and being a Instagram model where everything is edited to look like perfection. It is a "life" style and not a quick fix diet.. Life is certainly not linear and/or predictable. Hopefully we can get some enjoyment by sharing this great channel and recipes with others. Keep doing what you're doing. Thanks for all the hard work.😄 You guys make it fun. Hugs from Canada 🇨🇦 ❤

aweee the photo of brians parents is sooooooo sweet!!!!!!!! such a good decent family!

@dianedraveski6485

2 жыл бұрын

@@gentleman593 married

I am so happy to have you guys back and to be part of your lives experiences. God bless you two and remember, you two are such amazing humans who inspire us to continue in this crazy journey called healthy eating. 🙌❤️

Thank you for sharing so much!! You two are great. This style of eating is so hard and it’s good to know all of us are struggling and not alone as you said. Be safe on your trip home. Just ❤️you both.

@KrocksInTheKitchen

2 жыл бұрын

We are 2 hours from home 🎉

Yes, your videos are all helpful and encouraging, reminding me that I'm not alone. I especially found your advice to find a plan and go with it, and your comments about the roller coaster of life. Thanks for being real ❤️❤️

“I only get frustrated with the rollercoaster of life when I’m on the same ride.”

You Krocks ROCK! Thank you for all you do!!!!

Have kids on your own timeline, whenever that may be, even if it’s never. I just had my first baby in January, two months after my 39th birthday. I could care less if people think I’m an old mom. It’s the perfect time for me and I wouldn’t change a thing.

@karenbressler6187

2 жыл бұрын

I had my first baby at age 39 also and never took birth control stuff. In the Bible it talks about God knitting you together in the womb and knowing all your days before there was one of them Google it if you want to see it in the Bible but He is the creator of all His creation it’s not all humanly controlled. His ways are higher than ours.

@sk.n.9302

2 жыл бұрын

In my early 30s my ObGyn said “don’t worry about getting pregant, with modern medicine I would be ok until 45.”. This is totally FALSE. Fertlity drops like a rock at 40. We tried 6 rounds of IVF to no avail, then had to opt for egg donor. I had my daughter this way at 45. She’s now 16 & healthy/beautiful/smart, but I went thru hell back then. Don’t kid yourselves.

You two are so awesome, I just find you both so inspiring and real! -Sarah

You both are some of the kindest human beings ever. Your response to the fat question amazes me, and that you have a policy to not respond in anger shows how gracious and giving you are. Most people, especially those who have not been overweight, do not understand how ingrained habits are and that it truly takes (supreme) effort to change. Kudos. Keep trying. Don't give up.

This community is made of people at ALL stages of weight control, and of life. We all experience the bumps in life, and the weight-loss setbacks. We're here to share, not to judge.

We have been eating vegan for 18 months now. And I feel like a bad advertisement because after loosing weight and getting the 'you look awesome'-remarks, I gained weight back when life happened. Busy schedule, difficult happenings and I was back on hocolate, crisps, vegan cookies...... I find it difficult to find the clean road back. I wish I would, though. I felt sooooo good about myself, then.

This was a wonderful post tonight! Life’s journey is not always easy. I struggled during the pandemic and gained weight during it…so depressing! I’ve been a vegan for a number of years and find it hard to continue this wfpb lifestyle at times…but I will not go back to the way I used to eat. So glad I found your channel and so enjoy your channel. My question would have been…are you enjoying riding your new bicycles? Thanks for all your updates and enjoy the rest of your trip! ❤️

I just subscribed to your channel. I've been Vegan for over 2 years now. For the person that asked about why your overweight, people out there: Vegan doesn't mean weight loss. Being Vegan/ plant based means healthy. I've seen skinny people that are so unhealthy. You two look great. If you want to lose weight to feel better, than thats your choice. Going plant based and losing weight is a double challenge. How me and my husband lost weight was just either cutting out dinner or having something really light, like a apple and peanut butter. I really liked your video. Keep up the good work and keep joyful 😊 👍

You guys are so kind. I follow you because you are real, and you let us have it 'warts an all'. Keep being you x

Always happy to see a new video from y’all

You are both so inspiring when people are nasty. Thank you so much to for your calm, generous responses.

Jessica, I’m the same way. Give me a taste and I can’t seem to stop. You having kids is none of our business. As far as the rude people. I have found that thin people don’t understand the struggle. They never will.

@cct7495

2 жыл бұрын

You are correct, people that never had a weight issue have zero idea what it takes. But the issue with the Krocks is they are not consistent with their eating. I've been obese my entire life since a child. I am not obese anymore as I am strict with the WFPB eating. When I add avocado or cashew sauces, my weight goes up. There are some people like myself and the Krocks that just won't ever be able to consume these higher PB foods w/out increasing that scale. The issue I see with them is they are still including these items in their realm of foods to eat. The weight will drag at coming off due to it. And they need to make eating this way a habit and keep it at that as you cannot dabble here and there and expect to stick to a WFPB to lose weight.

@SherryEllesson

2 жыл бұрын

Pam, that's a heck of an assumption you're making there. Making a broad-brush statement based on your belief that the rude people must've been thin makes NO sense at all.

@catrionagarde4410

2 жыл бұрын

I am fairly thin but have overweight very dear friends, one even died because of it. And I do understand because I am a comfort eater myself, I just don't pack it on but this still not healthy.

I like you both no matter your size. The size of the package isn't important... what's inside is You're real people. Thanks for being you.

Also gained a ton of weight during the 2 years of lockdown and feel lousy about it. Gained this weight EATING WFPB!!!!!! calories still count. Phef to people commenting on other peoples weight! It's no one else's business what someone weighs really!💗 And love when people share what is REAL, because most of us aren't perfect and sure do go through ups and downs. Thank you guys!!!!!

So refreshing to watch this again a year later… you guys were so much fun …

@KrocksInTheKitchen

Жыл бұрын

We are still fun. We are just a little more weathered by life. 😆

Your love for each other is so apparent, and the fact you are sharing this journey together is inspiring.

Everyone I know gained weight during covid as we all had the mentality of eating what we’d missed or wanted since we were stuck inside. Thanks for being honest about your journeys - it definitely makes more people be able to connect since they’ve lived through it also. Yes, we’re going back to your old videos since finding you and love them all!

I'm afraid your fab shirt has upstaged everything love it. Lol You guys are wonderful , love you. Just be healthy and eat healthily. You're doing fine.

You guys are so awesome. I love you both so much. Haters have to hate. Just please ignore them. There are so many meanies out there.

You guys do, always keep it real. You are so appreciated.

What I love about you guys and your channel, is your transparency and your ability to get back on the horse when you fell off! What an inspiration! I too, lost a lot of weight when I first went plant based and then had major foot surgery that left me immobile for over 6 months- right before Covid...ugh -when I could finally get around a bit, everything was shut down!! Needless to say, I gained a lot of weight back, not for being plant based but due to inactivity. You responded well- do not let the trolls get you down- there are plenty of us rooting for you!!❤

Your videos have helped so much. I am down slightly over 100 lbs. going whole food plant based. Your videos remind me I am safe and ok when I fall off the wagon. I can always climb back on and move along on my journey. I have about 40 pounds left to go. The goal isn't just the weight loss. I have to lose the self-criticism because as a friend once said to me "We are own worst critics." Remember to celebrate the successes. One success is I have had to send my clothes to the Good Will. My wardrobe is not as large since I still have a lot of weight to lose but is very different. I am discovering me again in choices. Staying positive and forgiving with myself has been the biggest challenge for me.

I love you guys : ) I get the ups and downs of weight loss. It's a lifestyle change, right. I really appreciate your honesty about your struggles and successes. Keep the recipes coming.

You guys are my favorite KZreadrs. Your real life tips have made my life easier. My favorite tip is frozen fruit for work snack.

You have not failed! You are on track now keep going loving each other and being kind to each other.

This episode was a lesson in howing to behave civilly in this world. You guys are so kind to share your inner thoughts and struggles. You are so relatable.

Hi from Albuquerque!! I hope you enjoyed your time here in spite of the fires all over the state and the resulting smoke in the air. Pray for rain for us. BTW: That car wash is steps from my house. Glad you enjoyed our food. Hopefully, you tried some world famous New Mexico red and green chile. We also have some awesome farmers markets during the late spring and summer. I’d love to see more of what you did while you were here. Keep up your efforts and stay healthy! ❤️

Love your channel as it is very positive and upbeat. I have been vegan and mostly plant based since May 2017. My weight has been up and down especially during the pandemic. The one upside with vegan diet is that you can get all of your favourites veganized but it is not as healthy as plant based foods of course so I have to be mindful. It is an ongoing journey and I am working at making small improvements along the way. Keep up the great videos

Been watching you guys for a few years. I always enjoy you guys. You feel like friends.

I just found your channel, it's fabulous! Glad you enjoyed your time in New Mexico, for all its negatives, which are true, it's a wonderful place. Green chile, yum!

It is apparent to me that you have both grown so much personally, emotionally, etc and some of that is truly due to the flack and negativity. God bless you!!! Truly Grace Under Fire. You both glow and are an inspiration, one day at a time. This is your life, people. Feel sorry for those who attack because it must be hell living in their heads. Long live the Krocks!!!!

My favorite thing about your last few videos is seeing you two happy. You must both be leaving the darkness. Very happy for you! It’s a daily struggle sometimes - so it’s nice to see you both emotionally lighter and happier.

LOVE Saul, how much fun!

Have you looked into intuitive eating? For those of us that have groomed ourselves to be restrictive eaters, I truly think this could be the game changer. I'm trying, but man, is it difficult to stop restricting!

Just to let you know, I'm taking inspiration from YOU guys, all the way. 😂 In fact I'm just nicking off with your plan with the big salad at night and basically then eat the same thing (chili, soup) all week long. On the weekend I'll experiment. I think your approach is the easiest and most sustainable over time. Thank you soo much for this!

Thank you for this video. I live your honesty and just your vibe. Im glad to see how others aproach issues. I'm vegan and been seditary due to health issues and been eating fast food vegan food. After 2 years of eating this way, I've hit 30% body fat and 120 lbs for an 4'11 woman. Fat happens it doesn't define us. Thank you again 💓 💖

Bless you both!! People that are givers and pure of heart attract the same! The nay sayers deserve our compassion because they are devoid of insight. Know your joint light is like a candle in the wind to your followers and don’t give the “ rest” another thought! Love you both!👏👏❤️❤️🌹🙏

Watching Jessica from about 8 min. into the video you can clearly see how it is affecting her. How rude can somebody be?! Even if it is someone who has never seen any of your videos before - why not phrase a question like that in a kinder way? Anyhow, never forget: You are sharing your struggles with weight and eating habits with the world and there will always be some weirdos out there who are struggling with their own problems and try to take it back to you. BUT: You are SO brave to share your struggles with all of us, don't let people like that get to you!

I’ve been binging your videos today trying to get myself back on track and this pops up! Yay!!

Sorry you got that mean comment. I love what you are doing and how authentic your posts are. Whole plant based eating is about the process - and you have truly embraced it. We all slip up sometimes, then get back to it. Best wishes for the future.

When questions come that are uncomfortable, it's your prerogative to not answer if you so choose. That's the beauty of it. When you both do choose to, it's showing your care and grace to others. I find it in most people, that we do not eat the same things the same way for our whole life.

You guys are such an inspiration and a class act! Keep doing what you are doing!

Thank you guys! You are two super lovable kiddos. I enjoy watching your journey. Please continue to be your true authentic selves and continue to Represent!

Thank you so much for being honest 🙂 SO AWESOME THAT YOU BOTH HAVE Not GIVEN UP

I don’t think asking the, why are you still fat if you’re eating vegan question is mean, but it was confusing, as you stated, for people that had tuned out after you both had met or almost met your goal weight. It’s just a curious question. You are both an inspiration to us all that struggle with weight. ♥️ you both & hope you both reach your goal for the sake of your health. I will keep you in my prayers. God bless you both.

@jenniferwhalen2104

2 жыл бұрын

I think it could have been worded differently 🤔. I been ask that question a few times. I tell ppl all the time just because im vegan doesn't mean i eat healthy plan lays chips are my favorite they are vegan but not healthy.

@geng8667

2 жыл бұрын

@@jenniferwhalen2104 True, true.😁

I went WFPB for four months, and I didn't lose any significant weight. People need to know that you can easily eat enough calories on a whole foods plant based program to prevent weight loss. It must be combined with calorie restriction in order to begin losing weight. But the benefits from this eating is notable. I was able to lose my foot pain that had plagued me for over three years. It was excruciating, and I called it plantar fasciitis, but am not sure what it was. Ankle swelling, pain upon walking (not sitting), painful to the touch, etc. About three weeks into the diet I noticed my pain was subsiding, along with wrist pain I had left over from two strains or sprains I incurred. All that went away, and even though I started eating meat/fat/salt again, the ankle pain did not return. The wrist pains did, however. My problem with the WFPB diet was that I felt I was lacking something in my diet, and was compelled to start eating meat again. So, slowly I slid off of it. But I now know I can do this diet with a fair amount of ease should I need to. It is a great diet for clearing the fat out of arteries, as it is very similar to the Pritikin Program. I think Pritikin's program is more workable for some people who want to keep animal proteins in the diet, but want to clean up the arteries and other issues.

Thank you for being your sweet selves. Jessica, I call that color turquoise. It's a color used a lot in southwestern decor (I'm a native of AZ) and turquoise is a beautiful stone found in areas where copper is abundant. It's often used in Native American jewelry. Enjoy!

I’m so happy that you’re being kind to yourself and others! The world is hard enough.

A bunch of people asked me the same thing. "I never saw a fat vegan before." "If your vegan, why are you fat?" People don't realize that there are just as many processed, sugary, unhealthy vegan convenience foods to eat as there are regular unhealthy foods, and you can still pig out and overeat on bread and pasta, and I don't know about you, but I have a bad sensitivity to gluten/wheat, and when I eat gluten/wheat, I pack on the pounds as my body gets really inflamed. Same when I eat refined sugar. I guess most people assume that all that vegans eat are salads. I almost never eat salad unless I have a real savory dressing to put on it. LOL

I respect your honesty and tenacity!!! The struggle is real for the majority of us trying to eat better. Hang in there, you two! Love you bunches.

You are such nice, lovable people in my opinion. I love watching your videos. I am all the way in Denmark Scandinavia, but I can absolutely use your tips anyway.

I never saw that series but I love your nails. Teal is my favorite color. Love how you guys are so real and honest. Looking forward to your future tasty recipes coming out.

Wow did they really ask that question “why are you still fat?“ smh people have no manners these days

@KrocksInTheKitchen

2 жыл бұрын

It was on a comment on a post on our Instagram page 😅

@jubie8565

2 жыл бұрын

That is pretty rude, but it's a legit question from people who espouse a plant based diet for health.

@MothGirl007

2 жыл бұрын

I can't even believe someone was rude enough to ask that - ugh!

Love yourself,and give your selves a pat on the back it's a hard things to diet and lose weight. Celebrate your small wins in life. Love you guys.

Purhaps the person that asked the fat question needed to know because they are just entering into the plantbased way of eating and aren't sure if it's right for them. Jessica your answer was great and I'm glad you continued to explain because you probably helped a lot of people who are having the same struggles. You both have such caring hearts and the kindness radiates out of your eyes. You help so many. Thank you 💗💗

@KrocksInTheKitchen

2 жыл бұрын

Yes I definitely like to give people the benefit of the doubt! I mean, it’s a legit question 🤷🏻‍♀️😁

Plant based diet made me Ill. I'm sure I'll get hate for this but I went carnivore, it is extremely satiating cravings go away and are easy to curb. I dropped 30+ lbs in 3 short months! Best of luck and do what makes you feel good.

Too bad you guys didn't do a meetup here in Albuquerque like you did in MN. Safe travels back.

You folks are awesome! Very few of us who have been on a similar journey have not had the same issues that you describe; I have been working on this lifestyle for several years and it's two steps forward and 1 step back. Sometimes it is two steps forward and two steps back! I have been so envious that you have been on this journey together; my spouse started out well (to control his T-2 diabetes) and then basically said "no more!" Unfortunately, he isn't amenable to making his own meals, so that is an issue. I think I have hit upon a plan to make this work for both of us going forward; we'll see. Thanks for sharing and the encouragement I get from your content.