Uploaded December 2017 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Drinking water is oh-so-important to your health AND your digestion, but drinking water WITH your meal may actually impede digestion and nutrient absorption, especially if that meal is dense, higher-fat or high in protein! So do your best to get hydrated before you eat a meal and wait at least 2 hours after eating to drink any significant amount of water (more than sipping).
SOUPS: Most soups, especially plant-based soups are well cooked, which is a form of "pre-digestion" which limits the amount of digestive work out stomachs have to do. Additionally, they are usually seasoned with salt/sodium for palatability and food particles/starches have dissolved into the fluids, which changes the fluid structure and thus the way they're digested. High-fat or high-animal protein soups are notorious for creating heartburn and digestive distress because they take longer to digest and the fat relaxes the esophageal sphincter.
SMOOTHIES: are generally fruit based, which is fast and easy to digest. The blending is also a form of "pre-digestion" which decreases the work the stomach has to do and thus the length of time the food sits in the stomach. Smoothies are usually consumed in the morning and usually on an empty stomach. Try drinking a fluid-filled smoothie after eating bacon and eggs. It won't go well.
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Your best health and most content self is achievable through a healthy lifestyle, centered around abundant whole plant foods and genuine self-care. It’s achievable if you gather the common-sense information, cut the bullshit, and commit to your wellbeing as a real priority.
I also encourage us all to acknowledge our inherent responsibility to protect our environment (currently being decimated by animal agriculture: the leading cause of green house gas emissions) and speak up for those who can’t speak for themselves: the billions of sentient beings who are tortured and slaughtered every year. OUR CHOICES MATTER.
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If you have any questions, please explore the links below, or feel free to contact me *in the comments section*!
Please be aware that my videos and all information contained within are for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute or replace medical or health advice from a qualified professional. The watcher should always consult his or her healthcare provider to determine the appropriateness of any diet or lifestyle change for their own situation or if they have any questions regarding a medical condition or treatment plan.
Business queries (currently NOT offering one on one coaching, sorry!) and collaboration requests only please (I am not able to respond to personal emails/questions, sorry). Mahalo for your respect and understanding: lilykoihawaii@gmail.com
Essential Documentaries:
What The Health: whatthehealthfilm.com (now on NETFLIX)
Forks Over Knives: forksoverknives.com (or on NETFLIX)
Watch COWSPIRACY Now!: cowspiracy.com (or on NETFLIX)
Earthlings Documentary WATCH FOR FREE: nationearth.com/earthlings-1
Speciesism Movie: speciesismthemovie.com
Plant Powered Doctors:
Dr. Pamela Popper: wellnessforum.com
Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine: pcrm.org
Dr. John McDougall: drmcdougall.com/index.php
The China Study/Dr. T Colin Campbell: thechinastudy.com
Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn: dresselstyn.com
Animal Rights:
Meet Your Meat: youtube.com/watch?v=32IDVdgmzKA
Animal Welfare: adaptt.org
Additional Resources:
veganhealth.org
What’s in your tap water: goo.gl/cNepcg
Drinking water is oh-so-important to your health AND your digestion, but drinking water WITH your meal may actually impede digestion and nutrient absorption, especially if that meal is dense, higher-fat or high in protein! So do your best to get hydrated before you eat a meal and wait at least 2 hours after eating to drink any significant amount of water (more than sipping).
SOUPS: Most soups, especially plant-based soups are well cooked, which is a form of "pre-digestion" which limits the amount of digestive work out stomachs have to do. Additionally, they are usually seasoned with salt/sodium for palatability and food particles/starches have dissolved into the fluids, which changes the fluid structure and thus the way they're digested. High-fat or high-animal protein soups are notorious for creating heartburn and digestive distress because they take longer to digest and the fat relaxes the esophageal sphincter.
SMOOTHIES: are generally fruit based, which is fast and easy to digest. The blending is also a form of "pre-digestion" which decreases the work the stomach has to do and thus the length of time the food sits in the stomach. Smoothies are usually consumed in the morning and usually on an empty stomach. Try drinking a fluid-filled smoothie after eating bacon and eggs. It won't go well.
Enjoyed this video? Found it informative and inspiring? I’d love it if you’d LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and ***SHARE*** with your besties.
Questions about Weight Loss, Calories, Nutrition, and Exercise???
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What’s this Lifestyle I’m talking about? The BASICS are covered here: goo.gl/9Xr3jR
Dealing with ACNE?! Check out my uber-comprehensive Acne Series: goo.gl/e3IBRm
Follow me @lilykoihawaii #legitdelicious
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twitter.com/lilykoihawaii
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Lily Koi Hawaii
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Your best health and most content self is achievable through a healthy lifestyle, centered around abundant whole plant foods and genuine self-care. It’s achievable if you gather the common-sense information, cut the bullshit, and commit to your wellbeing as a real priority.
I also encourage us all to acknowledge our inherent responsibility to protect our environment (currently being decimated by animal agriculture: the leading cause of green house gas emissions) and speak up for those who can’t speak for themselves: the billions of sentient beings who are tortured and slaughtered every year. OUR CHOICES MATTER.
READING RECOMMENDATIONS:
goo.gl/Lix3JZ
If you have any questions, please explore the links below, or feel free to contact me *in the comments section*!
Please be aware that my videos and all information contained within are for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute or replace medical or health advice from a qualified professional. The watcher should always consult his or her healthcare provider to determine the appropriateness of any diet or lifestyle change for their own situation or if they have any questions regarding a medical condition or treatment plan.
Business queries (currently NOT offering one on one coaching, sorry!) and collaboration requests only please (I am not able to respond to personal emails/questions, sorry). Mahalo for your respect and understanding: lilykoihawaii@gmail.com
Essential Documentaries:
What The Health: whatthehealthfilm.com (now on NETFLIX)
Forks Over Knives: forksoverknives.com (or on NETFLIX)
Watch COWSPIRACY Now!: cowspiracy.com (or on NETFLIX)
Earthlings Documentary WATCH FOR FREE: nationearth.com/earthlings-1
Speciesism Movie: speciesismthemovie.com
Plant Powered Doctors:
Dr. Pamela Popper: wellnessforum.com
Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine: pcrm.org
Dr. John McDougall: drmcdougall.com/index.php
The China Study/Dr. T Colin Campbell: thechinastudy.com
Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn: dresselstyn.com
Animal Rights:
Meet Your Meat: youtube.com/watch?v=32IDVdgmzKA
Animal Welfare: adaptt.org
Additional Resources:
veganhealth.org
What’s in your tap water: goo.gl/cNepcg
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These books will change your life - if you do the work and make the changes. Nutrition is a powerful influence, so give yourself the information and resources you need to succeed at self-feeding!
How Not to Die: http://amzn.to/2scD5r4
Becoming Vegan: http://amzn.to/2vKuL0U
Proteinaholic: http://amzn.to/2h3XtXk
Whole: http://amzn.to/2simYc7
The China Study: http://amzn.to/2rXs7VI
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The End of Overeating: http://amzn.to/2uZEaEs
World Peace Diet: http://amzn.to/2vKLTn8
Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows: http://amzn.to/2uZdP9B
Beyond Beliefs: http://amzn.to/2uzgci6
Forks Over Knives: http://amzn.to/2rsyKft
Bravo: http://amzn.to/2slt3Us
Check out the Meal Planner: https://goo.gl/Rvedwr
I made a terrible mistake! Her name isnt Rachel, its ROBYNNE CHUTKAN. Apologies!
Gut Bliss: http://amzn.to/2u2DOM3
The Microbiome Solution: http://amzn.to/2h4F3Ga
The Good Gut: http://amzn.to/2vKTimA
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Your best health and most content self is achievable through a healthy lifestyle, centered around abundant whole plant foods and genuine self-care. It’s achievable if you gather the common-sense information, cut the bullshit, and commit to your wellbeing as a real priority.
I also encourage us all to acknowledge our inherent responsibility to protect our environment (currently being decimated by animal agriculture: the leading cause of green house gas emissions) and speak up for those who can’t speak for themselves: the billions of sentient beings who are tortured and slaughtered every year. OUR CHOICES MATTER.
If you have any questions, please explore the links below, or feel free to contact me *in the comments section*!
Business queries (currently NOT offering one on one coaching, sorry!) and collaboration requests only please (I am not able to respond to personal emails/questions, sorry). Mahalo for your respect and understanding: lilykoihawaii@gmail.com
Essential Documentaries:
What The Health: www.whatthehealthfilm.com (now on NETFLIX)
Forks Over Knives: http://www.forksoverknives.com (or on NETFLIX)
Watch COWSPIRACY Now!: www.cowspiracy.com (or on NETFLIX)
Earthlings Documentary WATCH FOR FREE: http://www.nationearth.com/earthlings-1/
Speciesism Movie: http://speciesismthemovie.com
Plant Powered Doctors:
Dr. Pamela Popper: www.wellnessforum.com
Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine: www.pcrm.org
Dr. John McDougall: https://www.drmcdougall.com/index.php
The China Study/Dr. T Colin Campbell: http://www.thechinastudy.com
Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn: http://www.dresselstyn.com")
