Man Drops 77 Pounds on Raw Fruits and Veggies Diet for 90 Days — Here’s How He Outsmarted Those Pesky Cravings
Could you imagine ditching everything cooked, hot, or processed for three whole months? Just raw fruits and veggies, day in and day out?
Khamar Brown, a YouTuber who’s been turning heads, did exactly that. He went full-on “raw vegan” for 90 days straight and shed an astonishing 77 pounds.
From 282 pounds down to 205 — that’s no small feat, folks.
Brown documented the whole journey on his YouTube channel, sharing raw (pun intended) insights into what it took.
“I strictly ate fruits and raw veggies,” he explained in one video. “No cooked food. No liquor. No hot food. None of that.”
Easing In: The OMAD Kickstart
Hey, it’s not like he jumped in blind. Before kicking off the raw vegan stint, Brown eased in with three days on the OMAD diet — that’s One Meal A Day, for the uninitiated.
OMAD is a form of intermittent fasting where you cram all your calories into a single sitting, fasting for the other 23 hours.
Studies show OMAD can kickstart weight loss by putting your body into fat-burning mode, but it’s got risks like nutrient shortfalls if not done right.
Experts warn it can also lead to gallstones or eating disorders if taken to extremes.
What He Ate: A Veggie-Heavy Start, Then Fruit Galore
For the first four weeks, Brown stuck to veggies only. Think cucumbers, tomatoes, and avocados — simple, fresh, and zero heat involved.
Then he mixed in fruits: bananas, pineapples, berries, peaches, apples, and grapes.
Most of the time, he grabbed them prepackaged for convenience.
But when he craved something more filling, he’d whip up a smoothie in the blender. No cooking, remember?
Raw vegan meal plans emphasize variety, like salads, nut milks, or sprouted grains. Brown kept it basic but effective.
Appetite Shift: Less Hunger, More Control
One thing that blew his mind? His appetite shrunk big time. “It used to be quite large, with me eating multiple portions in one meal,” he said. Now, it was way down.
That’s the magic of high-fiber foods like these — they fill you up without piling on calories.
Raw vegan diets pack a punch in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, which can lead to serious weight loss.
Research backs it: People on raw plant-based plans often drop 20-26 pounds over a few years, slashing risks for diabetes and heart disease.
Beyond Weight Loss: A Personal Mission
Brown’s motivation ran deeper than just fitting into smaller jeans.
It was personal. After a “very traumatic” event in December that spilled into the new year, he needed structure.
“It was either between this diet or the military,” he confessed.
In my view, that’s powerful stuff. Trauma can knock anyone off track, but channeling it into something like this? It shows real resilience.
Brown called it a “spiritual journey, a healing journey … a whole lot of journeys combined into one.”
Inspiration and Guidance: Gee Bryant’s Blueprint
He didn’t invent the wheel here. Inspiration came from fitness influencer Gee Bryant, who’s all about raw vegan challenges.
Bryant, a multi-dimensional health expert and CEO of X28 Fitness, sells a PDF guide for raw vegan newbies.
Brown snagged it for a blueprint on those first two weeks.
Bryant’s approach emphasizes mental, physical, and spiritual detox.
He’s transformed thousands with his programs, pushing raw foods as a way to unlock abundance. Sounds a bit woo-woo, but hey, if it works…
The Results: 77 Pounds Down, No Gym Needed
And work it did for Brown. Three months later, 77 pounds gone — without a single workout.
“Not working out at all,” he emphasized. That’s wild, right? Most folks sweat it out in gyms, but here, diet alone did the heavy lifting.
Raw diets’ low calorie density creates a natural deficit, driving weight loss without exercise.
But pros recommend supplements for omega-3s or B12 to avoid deficiencies.
Health Benefits: Science Backs the Raw Approach
Raw veganism amps up heart health. Nuts, a staple in broader vegan plans, cut heart disease risks, and the diet’s low calories help with blood pressure.
A 2023 Stanford study (often cited as 2024 data) put identical twins on vegan versus omnivore diets for eight weeks.
The vegan crew lost about 3% body weight, dropped LDL cholesterol by 10-15%, and slashed insulin by 25%.
They even showed epigenetic perks, slowing biological aging.
I think this twin study is fascinating — it controls for genetics, showing diet’s pure impact.
Battling Cravings: A TikTok Hack That Works
Cravings? Oh, they hit Brown hard, especially in month one. “Things I never even ate before,” he admitted.
Take week one: He was dying for a Jersey Mike’s sandwich. Oddly enough, scrolling TikTok videos of people ordering subs killed the urge. Poof, gone.
His hack? Dive into content about the craved food or watch mukbang videos — those where folks chow down on camera. It’s like vicarious eating.
Science says this distraction tactic works. Cravings often fade after 20 minutes if you shift focus.
Other methods: Drink water, get more sleep, or eat protein-rich snacks. Mindfulness, like five-minute meditation, also helps.
Cravings tie to dopamine hits from junk food, so Brown’s video-watching reroutes that reward system.
In my perspective, his method is genius — low-effort and free.
The Risks: Not All Smooth Sailing
Raw diets boost enzyme intake, preserving nutrients lost in cooking.
But risks lurk: Some studies link long-term raw veganism to amenorrhea in women or underweight issues.
Adherence is tough too; one study found only 70% stick long-term due to social isolation.
A Viral Story: Inspiring Others
Brown’s YouTube vid went viral, echoing others like a woman who reversed pre-diabetes on raw vegan, losing 127 pounds.
Raw vegans often report more energy from antioxidants in fresh produce. In short bursts, raw vegan shines for detox, but long-term? Balance is key.
Brown’s Message: You Hold the Power
Brown’s advice to wannabes? “If you didn’t learn anything from this video, I want you to know that you can change. You have the power; it’s in you.”
That’s empowering, don’t you think? In a world of fad diets, his raw approach — with zero gym time — proves mindset matters.
His story, from trauma to triumph via salad, shows what’s possible.
