Little FRENCH DIET SECRETS that everyone should try | A healthy way to lose weight EASY & SIMPLE

[@marylust5409]

Ty loved ur video:) I agree with you with processed foods and sugars. I am from the USA but older and eat very healthy. Mostly cook all my food for my husband and I. I am thin and very healthy. I work out daily and love good food. On the other hand, I own a health care business and see the obesity and diabetes with many patients. I believe USA dining out is bad, some good spots like True foods. Ty

[@Frenchforaday]

Hi Mary, Thank you so much for this comment. I find it really useful and valuable especially considering the fact that you own a health care business. I will pin your comment on top of the page so that more people can see it. Thank you for offering a good option such a True foods. I believe some people might not know of this place. Have a great weekend! xoxo

[@marylust5409]

@@Frenchforaday thank you:)

[@stardustgirl2904]

I'm an English American, and my family has always eaten fresh vegetables with every meal, and healthy fats ! Fruit smoothies with berries 🍒 as they don't have as much sugar in them. 🥤 But even though I have eaten healthy my whole life,I have bad digestion and thyroid disease. My Doctor thinks it's because I had all my children less than two years apart. Wearing my system down! I have had thyroid meds for year's and I don't lose weight from them ❗ My body feels very heavy taking them. I have been off meds for almost two weeks I feel better, but got back a very low dose. I have to fix my health soon I have another appointment January 1st, but I don't know how to get off of them❓

[@kirsten1007]

I love True Foods too. We have one in Nashville

[@kirsten1007]

@@stardustgirl2904 I have had autoimmune and thyroid too. I no longer have a thyroid. Look into Dr. Stephen Gundry. I learned about lectins and now only eat certain vegetables/low lectin and some meat. A little Gouda and fruit. I lose weight immediately FINALLY. Good luck to you. This is the only thing that worked. No nightshades for me. They cause fat/inflammation for me at least

[@joelleschmidt5944]

ok so I am French and when I moved here to the US within 6 month I gained 10 lbs , not because I ate more but the food here is so processed , like you mentioned , I was only 19 when I moved here and could not understand why there was sugar in salad dressing for example , i had never seen so many bottled salad dressings we just make our own , and i was shocked to see the vending machines in the schools with snacks and candy hars, sodas are expensive and only for special occasions etc , there are no such things available in french schools , I tthink it's all about quality ,artificial ingredients , sugar in EVERYTHING in the US and as you said no snacking , eating in the street while walking is considered weird and a lack of manners

[@harriet.z]

I agree exactly with everything you’ve mentioned. I had similar experiences.

[@tquirkyt7118]

I appreciate your comment. I’m American and our food culture is awful, political and killing our people. It’s sad what our leaders do to the people for money and votes. I love the French way of living and loving food and life‼️❤️

[@janedoe3648]

Yes sugar is a primary cause of weight gain, also GMOs etc

[@Ash2theB]

When leave the US I actually lose weight and feel a lot better vs when I get back home.

[@ashchickify]

I agree, I'm born and raised in the U.S. and I've never really had a huge appetite but I've been struggling with my weight. The only time I felt truly energetic and did not struggle with weight gain was eating almost only fresh fruits and veggies. I wish our food culture wasn't so processed.

[@lisawifemom]

I would have liked to see actual examples of food like a "what I eat in a day" type vlog. For instance, what is a nutritious breakfast you would eat.

[@lindsay6542]

I'm French but sadly had to move to the US for my dad's job when I was 7 years old, we never returned to France growing up. I gained so much weight here all throughout my childhood and teen years, got so sick and had horrible skin diseases such a hives, acne that left scars all over my face and body, with which I'm still struggling until recently. I blame the food and pollution 100%. I'm 26 now, and for a year I have stopped ALL sugar, eaten organic, mostly vegetable diet, stopped eating anything packaged at all and the damage is slowly but surely reversing. Going back to my roots was the best decision I've ever made in my life. I have hopes to move back to France in the near future, french lifestyle seems to be where my body thrives. 😊

[@r.p.8906]

Self love is the key ingredient for French Diet. I used to live in Paris for many years. French eat everything in moderate quantities to satisfy the taste buds, not the emotional hunger. Going out for dinner is considered second quality. French prepare the dinner at home when they meet friends. When they take friends to restaurants, they apologize for not having the time to cook. Once you master self-love, you will never be obese. It's impossible. One is already full of love. Cooking is an art, not a necessity. Life is a work of art.

[@katelyn442]

Well said ❤

[@betsycommand1248]

Thank you, such wise advice. My husband and I embraced organic eating and cooking 30+ years ago in Minnesota and are now 80, healthy, and look about 20 years younger than we are. We bake our own bread and try to have as much variety in fresh veggies and fruit as possible. I believe the obsession with sugar in the US is all about the money to be made. It is a long process to get to this point. Keep spreading the word.😊Love a tiny thick espresso!😊

[@Ingrid0410]

Buying a Nespresso maker was the best idea, but the pods are expensive it makes a thick creamy layer of deliciousness

[@Dorimiramor]

Lovely advice. I am Sicilian born, moved to Toronto Canada as a 7 yr old & finally settled in Boston Massachusetts area. I've maintained my ingrained Italian healthy eating habits and lifestyle. I also believe in spiritual health and good strong morality. God is important in life; Jesus, The best!!!💜

[@pauladelpozo2035]

Yes! I am from Chile, living in USA, and I’ve experienced similar cultural shocks about eating habits. Veggie soup is a great and easy solution for a busy schedule. I am currently making it every Sunday (big bowl) that last the week for lunch at work. I use only greens, onions, ginger, garlic, then blende it.

[@scottpegggoldenberg9736]

Do you use just water or perhaps chicken broth as a base?

[@swissherbgirl2917]

@@scottpegggoldenberg9736 I personally have 3 stockpaste. Veggie, Chicken and beef broth. I use only veggiestock for veggiesoup or Vegetable Dishes. Beef stock for Bolognese or Chili....Chicken broth for Chickendishes. It is good to use individual for different dishes

[@akiram6609]

Veggi soup, especially homemade is the bomb. There’s no limit on the different ways to make them. I especially like my homemade lentil soup with lentils of course and additional vegetables that are in season. For example putting in mushrooms and spinach in a roasted garlic broth.

[@ritaricci212]

By the way I have seen fat french people

[@vintagejaki751]

​@@swissherbgirl2917 What brands of stockpaste do you use?

[@pilarjohnson3326]

The things you’re mentioning about the French diet are the same in Spain and probably in other European countries as well. People in Spain take food very seriously and buy fresh food at the market almost daily. They cook everyday and take their time to eat a good lunch daily. Desert is usually a fruit or a yogurt. Sundays are the days where lunch might include a fresh, sweet dessert. Dinner is also made from scratch, but is a lot lighter than lunch since it is eaten late (around 8 or 9 pm). Snacking is not as common and walking is necessary to go places.This is probably a reason why you hardly see obese people in Spain! It seems very similar to what you describe in France.

[@taracassidy]

I though people eat super late in Spain 😢

[@martinabrunat3365]

Great video. Good food & diet is also another reason why French women have such amazing skin as well! It would be lovely if you talked about, shared or showed us some of your “go to” French recipes you make on a regular basis. Especially some of your favorite soups or what exactly you might eat for some of your lunches or dinners for those of us who were not taught the healthy French diet. This was a great intro video- please do another video with that? 😊 Thank you!

[@kelseyv527]

I love this, I’ve learned from the books why the French don’t get fat, they walk everywhere, they have lovely cheeses, they don’t prohibit themselves from enjoying food, and enjoying life. They might eat more one day or one meal, but they know how to eat less the next day or don’t eat as much at other meals. They regularly cleanse with leek broth, they pay attention to the quality and are not afraid of eating fats. They also are honest with each other when they need to loose five pounds or something, so it’s not a hidden topic from friends. It’s not dieting, it’s just abstaining from excess. Maybe it’s their honesty and their shared formal meals that keep them accountable to their food and their habits. There is only one time of day they might indulge at 4:00 pm they will have tea and maybe treat. That means there isn’t sugar all day long. They learn how to make soups from their parents and teach their families. Simple and nutrient dense food shared with friends and family and being active and taking self care seriously! Always hair ,makeup , clothes, undergarments, getting facials, not doing unnatural beauty just being more honest with themselves is key! I think the smaller details is what drives them!!! I love the French and all their knowledge about taking care of themselves and their culture!!

[@ChachouLP]

As a French I'm very touched by your comment , it's really nice of you :)

[@bellathereader1328]

I am a nurse and believe in health promotion. We have to face the facts about obesity. It’s not fat shaming. Obesity is a condition which leads to disease. The French nail it. Quality of food, smallish portions, and exercise…..

[@bellathereader1328]

@Miranda Right Beautifully said! Congratulations on taking control of your life and making healthy choices. You are an inspiration!!

[@alyqat4]

Saturated fat. Which the medical community in large part refuses to acknowledge is good for us!

[@HarrisPilton789]

Absolutely.

[@violetsinspring5863]

I live in US (Atlanta) but I definitely have French eating habits- cook from scratch, lots of fresh produce and never eat fast food, Starbucks, etc. I’m very lucky to have a great German bakery and he makes lots of authentic European breads with no sugar. I walk every morning and Pilates twice weekly to keep healthy. Love your channel and new subscriber. Thanks for the great content 💕

[@hh3046]

I'm an American and I totally agree with you about the negative effects of processed food. That's why I cook at home every day and NEVER use a microwave.

[@Frenchforaday]

Respect and admiration for that! Life in Europe is a lot more relaxed and that's why I mentioned that it's easier for people in Europe. A huge thank you for watching and have a wonderful weekend! xoxo

[@MTknitter22]

American here. I do not eat processed foods. They are truly awful, disease-producing and cause obesity which is a major contributing factor to causing heart disease and cancer. We really stick to a whole food,plant-based diet at our house. We grow our own organic veggies. We notice a growing number of people moving in that direction too. God bless you and your channel is an educational delight!!!

[@deeb66]

Ciao Angela, I am born American and raised in the Italian culture. All of my grandparents immigrated to America in the early 1900’s from norther Italy. All of our food when I was a child was fresh homemade meals. With my parents and my sibling we date down to dinner every night to eat and healthy meal. However as time went on and In my early teenage years, my mother began to go to work and there was not the time or energy to prepare the meals made from scratch as often. It became a Sunday only big Italian family dinner so we can gather around the table to enjoy fresh made food. The main thing that was always a staple item in our home was sugar…drinking soda with dinner, sugar in our coffee, cakes, cookies and pies for dessert every night was normal. Thanks yo the “healthy eating” information that eventually became easily accessed, I personally was able to change my eating habits back to basic good healthier food. I love espresso, nothing added, I drink also American coffee no sugar with just a bit of cream, never drink soda, it is poison to my body. I do find that when I create a celebration dinner at home, ( not my everyday home cooked meal ) but holiday dinners etc, I go back to grand mega meals of my grandmother. My table is filled with various cuts of meat in tomato sauce, roasted meats or poultry, pasta and antipasto and decadent desserts. Now I love how preparing lean meat, fish, poultry combined with using good quality ingredients, olive oil and spices makes my body feel. It feels like all is functioning properly and I am always pleased and satisfied after my meals. I apologize for the long comment, but I must also say, that I love your video and honesty about what differences you have observed in the different countries. I spent a few days in France when my husband and I drove from northern Italy along the Riviera and I adore the culture. I am happy to have found your channel. Thank you for the insights!

[@tatjanakecman7236]

Hi, I grew up in former Yugoslavia, and currently, I live in Toronto. I haven't adopted any of North America's eating habits. When you described French eating/lifestyle, I noticed I am already doing it all, as I love to eat fresh and as naturally as possible food. Something else, I am listening to my body and following what my body is called to. When I am buying food, I listen to where my body wants to go, and to what food it is drawn to.

[@bunnymom9842]

I’m from the US and can’t agree with you more regarding the food in France! French food is fabulous!

[@donnadrane4977]

This makes a lot of sense, Angela. European eating habits and food quality is vastly better than the U.S. It is such a different way of life in Europe than in the U.S. The U.S. values productivity and speed. Hurriedly shoving food in your mouth and getting back to work quickly or eating at your desk is the norm here. Many of us only have thirty minutes to eat so a quick sandwich is all we can usually manage. Once at home families are rushing dinner so that the kids can get to their sports or adults can get to a meeting. I’ve even heard of kids eating pizza as supper so they can get to their sports games on time. Not ideal or even healthy. So who has a better quality of life?

[@tonis3685]

Another difference between France, or Europe in general, and the US is that Europeans walk a lot more and drive less. In the US you need to drive to most places and life is more sedentary, unless you make it a point to walk more or go to the gym. I think maybe that's why people in New York City and other big US cities are not overweight as well - they walk a lot more to get to work, to the subway or to the store. I always lose weight when I spend some time in Europe without trying too much because I walk a lot more there to get to different places.

[@Frenchforaday]

Hi Toni :) Great point. That's absolutely true! In Europe people walk for kilometers/miles every day. They rarely use cars which I believe is very common in the US.

[@tonis3685]

Hi Angela. Yes, unfortunately, in most of the suburban or rural places in the US you can't get anywhere without a car because there are no sidewalks and also stores and other places you need to go to are too far away to walk to them. It's more like Europe in the bigger cities though.

[@Natalia.B.Gallazzi]

Great video Angela! My husband and I are from Florida and we cook from scratch breakfast, lunch and dinner every day, we are retired and have plenty of time to have a healthy lifestyle. Small changes can make a big difference , we stopped adding sugar and milk in our coffee. and it’s so true the less sugar the less cravings, sugar is the big enemy 😅 stay safe, healthy and beautiful 😘😘😘

[@Frenchforaday]

Thank you so much Natalia :) I have to admit that I've always had difficulties to control my sugar cravings and I found out that the more I eat sugar the more I crave it. It's amazing that you are able to cook for yourself. It makes such a huge difference and it's definitely worth it. Thank you so much for watching and enjoy beautiful Florida. xoxo

[@cindihunter9119]

As a nutritionist all grain, crunchy or not turns into glucose in the body. This raises blood sugar levels. In fact, when cows are raised often in the last months before harvesting, cows are fed grains which makes them gain weight for profit. ♥️

[@regulusaldebaran8401]

Exactly grains are not healthy even French bread

[@Fight_Tyranny]

Thank you for educating folks. Complex CHO’s just take longer to break down!

[@TheMisslili8]

Not sure i understand. Glucose is not good?

[@HarrisPilton789]

@@TheMisslili8insulin resistance is bad. Glucose spikes are bad.

[@jjohnson6833]

I’m American, and listening to your video about French eating makes me realize that my mother raised us to eat in a French way! She made everything from scratch with very few exceptions, and we were lucky enough to live on a farm, where we grew our own fruits and vegetables and raised our own cattle. We almost never had junk food in the house, and most of the food we purchased at the store were milk and cheese, and they were always the best quality even though we didn’t have a lot of money. She prioritized high quality food. We ate really well and definitely had desserts, but they were from scratch and not always present. I definitely strayed a bit from Mom’s excellent training when I went out on my own, but her underlying lessons have remained the foundation of my eating. I rarely eat processed or fast food. On the rare occasions (2-3 times a year) that I have flavor in my coffee, I ask them to cut the flavoring by two-thirds. And I rarely overeat or snack. I’m not perfect, but I am thankful that Mom cared about our health and eating delicious food instead of junk. ❤ Thank you so much for the video … I want to head to France now! It’s been a few years and I love it!!! ❤❤❤ Wonderful people, food, scenery, and shopping!

[@claudiapomerantz9271]

Thank you so much for pointing out that maintaining a healthy weight is much easier in Europe than it is in the US. Great analysis. As always thank you so much for all the work that you put in these videos. xo

[@Frenchforaday]

Hi Claudia, that's a fact. In Europe the whole life is a lot more relaxed and people have more time for themselves and to focus on a healthier lifestyle. Respect to all Americans that work so hard. That's what makes your country great. xoxo

[@christelleh6777]

@@Frenchforaday Bonjour Angela nous travaillons dur aussi en France comme ailleurs, mais il est clair que la pause déjeuner pour un francais c'est sacré ! J'ai été très choquée de découvrir que les londoniens déjeunaient le midi des sandwich de très mauvaise qualité à base de pain "sucré" ... même leur pizza n'ont pas de goût ;p We love eat, we love food just good food :))

[@Frenchforaday]

@@christelleh6777 Bonsoir Christelle, la France a la meilleure cuisine du monde. ❤

[@Mmch2112]

So true, I'm originally from here USA. I grew up with my mother cooking at home most of the time, we were poor we couldn't afford sodas or sweets, later after I moved away and got married and got a job, suddenly I could afford all the processed foods and of course I became overweight. I had to rethink my lifestyle, and now I mostly cook at home, cut out the sodas and sweets, walk my dog 2-3 miles a day and on occasion do a 5k run. I'm no longer overweight and I feel so much better.

[@albertsmyth9616]

Thank you for a very helpful video. I am an Englishman in my 60s and having a sugary cereal for breakfast every day is something I was brought up on so you’ve made me think about the amount of sugar I’m consuming and perhaps that explains why my skin has never been very good. Lots of very helpful tips that I’m going to take on board and try. A Happy New Year to you and many thanks.

[@sylviacary3283]

I think there's hope for culinary America. Healthy eating is getting more popular. (I live in Low Angeles). The secret is to learn to listen to the body's subtle messages. Speaking for myself, I long ago started to recoil from sodas, processed foods, canned foods, cakes, and icings. I actually prefer breads without sugar; love steamed veggies. The body really knows what not to eat. I admit that I do Iove ice cream, croissants (!), and chocolate! Can't be perfect. But I think the more one tries really good food the more addictive it becomes.

[@Monika-kc8vv]

What a great video 👏 and help for people. I live in Andorra, a small country between France and Spain. Our cuisine is French with all the ingredients you are talking about. The population is health and happy. I went to visit England a while back and was shocked and saddened to see so many large oversized people. Also in the supermarkets the isles are full of refrigerators with ready made meals…to my horror…I’m used to isles of fresh vegetables and fruit. Baking my own bread etc. etc. Therefore I found your video so very much important to try to educate people to a better and healthier existence. Thank you for making this videos 👏🙏

[@Frenchforaday]

Hi Monica :) Thank you so much for watching my video. Andorra is on my to visit dream wish list :) I've read a lot about your beautiful country and now when you mentioned the food I want to visit even more. xoxo

[@vintageprue8728]

Texas has a severe obesity problem, the portions are insanely huge

[@flortrujillo7602]

Hello I am from Mexico I live in the USA I love French live style of living and as a Mexican I love to make my food from scratch thank you for your video it help me to asuré living well.Flor

[@foxymama2003]

I am a coffee lover and I vividly remember the first espresso I had in Paris! The way it is prepared and the quality of the beans is SO different than in the US and from that day on, I buy good organic beans, grind them myself and make my own! I learned there is nothing like just sitting and enjoying the flavor! It is too bad that fresh and organic equals much more expensive in the US. I guess shipping it adds to the cost and there aren’t as many markets that have fresh deliveries. I love to cook but the only thing that ever made me say “never again” was making a French croissant! My arms aren’t that strong anymore! I told my host family that I now learned that the French secret is that the burn the calories of the meal while they are preparing it! The healthy food plus all the walking was so good! Italian cooking is still my favorite but I learned to cook Italian from an Italian and learned what quality ingredients can do! Freshly grated cheeses, homemade pasta and the best tomatoes, there is a huge difference! The other thing I noticed in France was the portion sizes. In the US we eat huge portions compared to France and I was surprised that I was actually more full on smaller portions!

[@Frenchforaday]

Hi lovely :) Oh ... I'm still attempting to make French croissants sometimes but I never really succeeded lol I always feel like I'm close and in the end nothing happens. Italian cuisine is much easier and again with fresh ingredients. I am so happy to hear that you actually like it. There are a lot of foreigners that don't like Italian food because they think it's too simple. So a huge thank you for appreciating ❤

[@sephorag7968]

Thankyou 😊. I’m listening intently. I have been eating organic for a year now with many slip ups. It’s my goal to never fall off and eat takeout (I don’t eat much takeout) so I notice immediately that it bloats me. My guy does not agree with it. I’m from Canada. The food marked organic here can be manipulated by processing companies. Fresh markets in smaller towns aren’t open everyday so we rely on the grocery stores. I’m really sick of these companies fooling the public. People are constantly struggling with their weight. It’s so nice to hear from the other side of the pond!

[@DonnaJoshi]

I have started making healthier choices one day at a time. Cutting out sugar and soda. Eating lots of veggies, much less red meat and avoiding fast foods. I eat alot of Indian food as my husband is from India. It's vegetarian. I like to add olive oil instead of regular oil. We are slowly moving over to better eating habits. If you have made one good change then that is good. Once I did that I slowly began changing other things. I'm not there yet but, I am finding the French have alot of good and helpful advice.

[@ElenaBroscaru]

Hello from Bucharest (Romania), dear Angela. Thank you for your lovely video and for all the amazing content on your chanel. In Romania we also have/had very similar eating habits as the french. In recent years, though, we've seen the increase of processed food consumption in the major cities in my country 😔 But at the basis of our food culture, to this day, we preffer to cook our food from scratch, we eat a lot of soup (it is mostly with a meat basis, not vegetable base) and "ciorba" (sour soup). Romania has also very good quality food ingrediente (but expensive); we do consume sugar from our street food pastries, but only the younger generation eats on the go. We're also somewhat in the middle when it comes to coffee on the go (but not Starbucks) and fuzzy drinks. We have speciality caffees with amazing coffee and also the Turkish style of preparing and drinking coffee - which I preffer. Romania has amazing traditional food and I hope you have the opportunity to visit one day. I think you might like it. 😊

[@agabrielhegartygaby9203]

I lost weight eating 4 meals a day including a real French patisserie every day when in Paris for a month! Menopause is tough! I think the avoidance of processed food and slowing down to enjoy are secrets we all need to be reminded of - thanks

[@dianawalz2285]

I love the point connected with eating/ drinking "on the go" . I have also noticed that I have changed my habits and I started to drink/ eat on the go. Time to come back to old habits and respect my stomach more. Thank you for a nice video, Angela

[@Melissa-sr6jy]

Such a good video! I grew up with a Brazilian/Italian background (I’ve almost always eaten organic meals made from scratch) so I can totally relate to this French diet. When I went to Italy a couple of years ago, I was surprised to see how simple the dishes were in their restaurants ( it was a lot less fancy , Compared to North American restaurants ). Thank you for sharing these tips from the French culture. Excellent info!

[@jenniferlee7167]

I am in Washington, DC USA and I have traveled to Europe and France many times. You are so right that food tastes better in France. Americans eat way too much junk food from morning until night. I have lost weight in my older years now from only eating at home, avoiding sugar and grains, and not eating after a certain time of day. My main meal is at noon and I eat very little in the afternoons. I make all my own food but it is very simple now. I could live on homemade soup and you are so right it can be very nutritious. Thank you for this video. I am a new subscriber as of today and I look forward to many more.

[@JoniGallerani]

From Boston Massachusetts. I am French. I enjoy a healthy lifestyle and fashion. Thank you for the tips. I will continue to enjoy you channel. TY 🌹

[@Frenchforaday]

Hi Joni, Thank you so much for watching my video and welcome to my channel! ❤

[@patriciajessop2248]

I really enjoyed listening to your YT. It was honest and very informative... Thank you.. I grew up eating healthy as a child as my grandmother cooked all her food from scratch and so did my mother.. I immigrated to Australia and I now I still prepare all my meals. I eat about 6-8 different types vegetables for lunch and supper and sometimes for breakfast also. I am vegetarian now, so I use nutritional yeast. Also with every meal I add a heaped teaspoon of Japanese organic red miso to my finely chopped vegetables, which adds this lovely earthy flavour to the food. I also add a teaspoon of raw kelp meal, organic turmeric, garlic, ginger and cinnamon as well as herbed sea salt infused with organic herbs and vegetables to every meal I eat.. I also get up around 5am everyday, and on non rainy days and go for a long walk while everyone is still sleeping... It's very peaceful and energizing.

[@kmjdebay]

I appreciate that you love French culture, and at the same time, I am wondering where you lived. I am American, born and raised in California and have eaten healthy plant-forward all my life. I have lived here, DC, and several other countries in Latin America and Africa and visited more. I have always been able to avoid processed food and find good fruits and veggies and healthy starches and proteins everywhere. My husband's family lives in Europe. Mother, cousins and son in France, another son in Switzerland and two others in Belgium. While I have not lived in France, we have traveled throughout. It is not really true that there are no fat people in France, and this assumption is getting a bit tedious. I have seen plenty of overweight and obese people in the more rural areas especially. Been to farmers' markets where the sausage maker clearly ate a lot of sausage. Oh, have you ever had a Cafe Creme? Not called a latte or cappuccino, but similar. Yes, the espresso is better. No, they don't make their own croissants, but who needs to if the corner bakery already has them...even in a small village with no grocery store. I did love the Bio shops there, but we have them here, too. Not all Americans eat an unhealthy diet, and not all French are healthy and only eat wholesome food. I do love your channel, though. and have enjoyed your French Corner.

[@christelleh6777]

clear ! But d'un point de vue purement statistique nous avons moins d'obèses ici en france qu'aux USA et cela est lié principalement à l'alimentation, nous buvons moins de soda, nous ne mangeons pas de pain de mie industriel, mais des baguettes et des croissants au beurre ! nous ne mangeons pas de beurre de cacahuette ;p notre moutarde n'est pas sucrée ;p et nos industriels comme PICARD savent que nous ne mangeons pas n'importe quoi nous sommes un peuple qui aime bien manger et surtout manger bien... après comme partout si tu n'as pas d'argent il te reste les pâtes les patates et MAC DONALD et là c'est clair l'obésité te guette ! après les meilleurs en la matière sont les asiatiques leur nourriture à base de riz, de légume et de poissons est également très favorable en terme de poids et de santé

[@stargirl33343]

As a DMV native who now lives in Alabama, the difference between DC and the rest of the country is very very vast. Food deserts are real here, and the grocery stores in non-metro areas primarily carry pre-made frozen foods, canned foods, and dried foods. The produce selection is very lacking.

[@Zodapopzzx]

I am from US and I agree with this, I’m trying to lose weight right now. I’m 208 lbs. I gave up sugar but I still use artificial sweeteners like stevia for my coffee. I eat fast. I think it’s because I come from a military family and they are trained to eat fast. I’m the fastest eater in my house. But I started eating more fruits and veggies and I have a cup of broth every night. I’m going to start making soups. I only eat meat on occasion. I work in a school and I’m also a janitor so I get a little exercise with my cleaning job. By the time I get home I’m exhausted and don’t feel like exercising.

[@Frenchforaday]

Hi Rebecca, I saw you eat fruit for breakfast but I would suggest a more nutritious breakfast. It depends on your taste and the time that you have but please have a good breakfast. You need energy for the day (maybe eggs with some avocado or home made sandwich). Something that won't take too much time but that will make you feel full and satisfied. Then make sure to have a nice lunch and the dinner can be much lighter than the previous two meals. If you feel hungry during the day I would suggest apples or banana. But I would eat banana only until noon and not in the afternoon. You can eat apples all day. Try also to have ginger tea (if you like it) some people can't stand the taste of it. I just take fresh ginger root and put it in boiling water for 3 to 5 minutes. If you like the taste of it, it helps to boost the metabolism. But please don't drink it on empty stomach. Health comes first so please take care of your stomach. Another tip that I have is to add some Ceylon Cinnamon to your tea or coffee in the morning. This type of cinnamon boosts the metabolism when taken in the morning. xoxo

[@08pixiedust]

A friend of mine who worked in a big-name NYC restaurant says Americans eat the fastest (by far) and the Japanese eat the slowest.

[@trizcub1851]

Australian with Latin American heritage. We have great quality food but also loads of processed foods. We love good quality food, love our coffee simple. People in general have active lives, children do a lot of sports. You provided sensible honest information. 🦘🇦🇺🐨 Melbourne.

[@Rosebud4u1]

Yep... Aussie, but my nan was french. My husband is pure Aussie British his family had a huge veg & herb patch. Aussie love walking & our quality of food is quite high, use to live near Sydney in the Gong, but have moved to high country in NSW Armidale... we have access to fresh food, great butcher/smoke house & fish monger. Although Australia is starting to get the influence more of America unfortunately. Learned great cooking from my nan, always ate butter, used cream, great protein's & good fats... she grew up in Normandy with her sister (who stayed in France after the war) just outside of Paris. France is changing with its food habits, but the old French diet was just that.. Really super blest to live in Australia with our health care & high quality of life, even if quite expensive, bonus on that is that takeaway isn't cheap, but we have high quality takeaway, even our macca's is better quality (not that I'm recommending that)! Thing about brekkie, not a big thing in France, in fact some even skip it! Lunch or dinner is more important & some along with children will have a little snack in the afternoon in france... my fav were the little school boy bikkies, we had on the rare occasion A little wine was had at most meals, like a half glass, always with water or we would have cider. Cocktails at parties or pre dinner on rare occasions. My nan loved radishes & now my sons loves them when baked. fruit was only consumed after a meal & we adored cheese, which my family now still do. Desserts are served small serves. Oh & things like coffee & tea were more morning things, except sometimes a pot of tea in the arvo... hot chocolate were served in small mugs either morning or nights. I remember a story told by my nan about her school lunch... they would take either chocolate & it would sit on the window sill in the class room & by lunch time it was able to be spread on some baguette... they were quite poor growing up as phesant girls, it was one thing my nan hated remembering, but I reckon her great health came from that, died like at 98 due to smoking, was having to amputate a leg & I think it was the horror of loosing a leg that killed her! Oh... & she always enjoyed a little spot of sherry in the afternoon, she never seemed to miss it! Tall elegant & thin... always walked fast & contrary to what people think, its just small serves of bread sometimes with a meal or as the staple to a meal. Bread in australia is unfortunately fortified, wheat is not the same quality as in France. but is it's not sweet here in Australia ... best to by from a bakery... sour dough makes you feel like you've eaten bread! If you have one big meal, the next in the same day would be lighter... like a soup, salad, leftover or grazing platter ect...

[@drehoward9670]

Love this - and you just made me homesick :) That is definitely something that many people in America don't understand. Eat and drink for the experience of delicious foods and beverages - rather than just for the quantity of it. Everyone should know that processed foods are filled with poisons and additives that wreak havoc on hormones, metabolism and otherwise damage the body. Also, those 'paper cups' you mentioned are lined with micro plastics, which actually get into the hot beverages, and therefore also into the body! The "conveniences" as people perceive them, all come at a cost of health! Thank you for all your videos! ... Blessings

[@Frenchforaday]

Hello :) I didn't know paper cups are actually that bad. Thank you so much for mentioning! I truly appreciate it. I always felt like the just ruin the coffee experience for me and also when the coffee is hot it changes the scent of the coffee a little. Thank you for taking the time to watch my video :) Have a wonderful day! xoxo

[@robind2727]

Interesting video. The deck is stacked against us in the US. Most people get 1/2 hour for lunch which leads to fast food consumption and also healthy foods such as produce and fruits and fresh meats are quite expensive here (which I don’t understand seeing how we grow most of it) and feeding even a small family healthy foods becomes unaffordable which leads to incorporating processed foods into the meal. Most of us do the best we can with what we can afford and that time allows. Thanks for the video! 💕

[@Frenchforaday]

Hi Robin :) That's exactly what I've noticed when I was in the US and that's why I commented in the beginning of the video that eating healthy is much easier in Europe than it is in the US. I remember I've discussed this with my partner. Once when we were in the US and we saw the prices of apples (non-organic ones) we were both surprised. I specifically comment on the apples because I know that Washington is a state that produces so much apples it can feed the whole US and Europe together and still the price of apples was unacceptable (I can't remember exactly but I believe three times as much as the European price). So I can't really explain why this is happening but the prices of food in the US are too high. And again - I think it's a well known fact that Americans work a lot more than Europeans. The whole pace of life is different. It's much slower and more relaxed in Europe but then ... that's one of the reasons why I admire the US so much. Your country is so powerful because you all work hard for the success so again admiration for that. I hope I bring some smiles to all my US followers. xoxo

[@robind2727]

@@Frenchforaday oh you definitely bring smiles! I enjoy your videos and find the information on France to be very intriguing and educational. My daughter spent a semester abroad in Germany and their way of life is extraordinarily different than the US as well. I wish our country could be more like Europe in so many ways, but like I say, the almighty corporate dollar is what is king here and we are but pawns in the grand scheme. It’s sad. PS the info about the apples is very interesting! It is very infuriating when you think of how we, the growers of the food are so overcharged for it. As I stated before, the deck is definitely stacked against us in many ways. 💕

[@ST-fd6bi]

For French the looks is part of the culture so people really cherish it. I see so many ladies there that are over 70 and pay so much attention, lipstick, hair, dress, heels,perfume. In many other parts of the planet it is about being comfy, accepting your body etc. Also for French eating is a social thing they sometimes sit for 3 hours and chat and eat slowly, not stuffing your face in front of TV. They also like to walk a lot, where is in many other countries people walk to the car and from the car only.

[@Frenchforaday]

Perfect observations! :) I fully agree with everything that you said. French put a lot more effort to look good but also life has much slower pace in Europe compared to the US. So I guess it's easier for most Europeans. xoxo

[@sunnymilasolnyshka6941]

I'm french and could not agree more with your observations 🤗

[@kateaye3506]

I'll admit I was skeptical about what you might present here, Angela, but you nailed it. Might I add just a little bit about the quality of the food; it is highly nutritious. Things like patê, fermented dairy and fine quality butter are all made from things we tend to no longer eat at home in many other countries. Organ meats are so over looked, but are nutritional powerhouses. Well done, Angela. You truly captured the essence of how eating and lifestyle contributes to health.

[@Frenchforaday]

Hi Kate and thank you for the wonderful comment. I fully agree with everything that you said. Have a beautiful Sunday! xoxo

[@jamierae7405]

I’m from the USA and I love my country, but I must agree with you, we have too much fast food! We are fast moving people,fast moving country so therefore fast food!! If only I would have started in my youth to learn to eat better. Thanks for the tips.

[@askNatasha82]

I live in the US. I recently started experiencing a sugar allergy. Since this has started I have to be extremely careful with what I eat so I am forced to eat home cooked food all the time. I have learned to love a plain espresso. I have learned to slow down & pay attention to what is on my plate. I have to say everything you said in this video makes so much sense. Now when I have my espresso or tea I do not want it on the go like I used to. I want to sit and experience my meals & drinks. So cheers to the French culture! ❤

[@s.ga21]

"Canned" food is not generally bad, it depends of the food inside of the cans. There are lot of veggies, and protein packed vegetables like chickpeas etc that comes in jars and cans. In Europe you will find lots of good food for your health, which come in cans. Greetings from Spain !

[@Natp571]

Canned food doesn't have live enzymes, vitamins, etc.

[@autumndennistoun5514]

Your hair looks amazing! What type of hair routine, shampoo, etc do you use?

[@belindasantos]

I've lived in Japan, Italy and the United States. Foodways, cooking, ingredients and flavors from each country I've been to are like a " pick and choose" the best and integrate them together for a healthful lifestyle. You are spot on about eating more soups and vegetables! Real vegetables!

[@christina4465]

I absolutely agree with you on cooking as much as possible. It is a little hard for me to do that on weekdays sometimes, but I do cook as much as I can and watch out on what restaurants that I should I go to. I do love fast food and a good pumpkin 🎃 spice latte, but I rarely eat them as I used to. What you eat is who you are is what they say for a reason. Thank you, thank you for sharing, Angela! I hope Angela and all of you have a great weekend! ☕️🇫🇷🥗🥖🥰🍀❤️

[@Frenchforaday]

Hi Christina :) I know it's really hard to find time for cooking and of course when I say I say I'm cooking I don't create masterpieces lol I wish I could but I keep learning every day. Sending you much love and have a beautiful weekend! xoxo

[@williamkazak469]

I enjoyed your video. Living in the USA, you spelled it out very well as to our food dilemma here. So much to choose from. Anything convienient is unhealthy. Sugar in everything. High carb content, low protein content. Flavors galore, all with sugar and chemicals. And yes, we grew up in this environment. Alcohol has calories. If you chose a banana, I recommend eating only half of it. You will have enough carbs to power a workout. Eat eggs for protein and drink unsweeten milk. Did I not mention that sodas can rot your teeth at the gum line? If you drink soda, that is. Energy drinks. Read the ingredients. Thank you for your presentations on the French lifestyle. We still have an awful lot to learn in America.

[@martasoltys9091]

I have travelled a lot and I do believe we crave according to how we grew up but also according to region. When I was doing my master's degree and lived on the East coast I barely ate meat. I craved a lot of different cheeses and seafood. In Ontario, I barely eat seafood; it's expensive and not fresh. When I lived in Colorado (a surprisingly healthy state), I ate a lot of sauerkraut. In Montreal, I craved salads. In Europe, I eat a lot less in general. I don't know what it depends on but things do change according to where you live.

[@loralee3232]

Angela, I’m enjoying your French videos! We do eat a lot more processed food here in the US. I have traveled to different parts of Europe and noticed the lifestyle is very different and more relaxed. And there are a lot more markets with fresh fruit & vegetables than here. And everyone walks there no matter how far while we prefer driving and our Uber 😆. We do work longer hours, shorter lunches, stuck in traffic, less holidays than I believe people get in certain parts of Europe. So it is all a matter of trying to balance a different healthy lifestyle, work, and food no matter where you live. Can’t wait for your next French video!! 😊❤️

[@Frenchforaday]

Hi Lora :) Great observations. What you said is all true :) and I know you work so much in the US. I've also noticed much higher prices of fruits and vegetables in the US compared to Europe. In Europe it's much more affordable. xoxo

[@christinemoore8406]

I think I must be lucky to live in Los Angeles, where there are multiple daily farmer's markets near my home. Also, many of the restaurants cook farm-to-table style. On the topic of exercise, even though the French may not go to gyms, most of them get lots of exercise by walking everywhere... to the Metro station, plus (in Paris) the long walks between trains (Chatelet, Montparnesse, Invalides, etc), doing their daily errands, and instead of weight-lifting, just carrying their purchases builds muscles!! Thankfully, I can walk to all my errands such as groceries, post-office, doctors, bookstores, hardware store, library, etc. I may not have daily access to the same wonderful parks and preserves that the French enjoy, but I do live 2 blocks from the 4,300 acre Griffith Park, which is a wonderful place to experience the rejuvenating pleasures of nature. As much as I enjoy living here, I can't wait for my next visit to France!!

[@julievoronina]

Спасибо за советы, Анжела! Выглядишь отлично, так что советы работают👍 Я из Украины. Отказаться от сахара тяжело, но у меня иногда получается😊

[@nenameza2982]

I just joined your video site. Lovely explanation about what not to eat, and when. I am 80 almost 81 years old, and love to take my body inside and out. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. You look gorgeous ❤

[@GloriaHoulihan]

French food is such good quality and so aesthetically attractive. 🍰

[@sheenatran2600]

Hi Angela. Thank you for all your tips from eating healthy. I am hundred percent agree with you sugar are our worst enemy. I cut out sugar and bread and my skin is glowing and I lost few pounds since I enter my menopause it’s hard to keep my weight. I am living in California and I wish you have a blessing weekend. I like your makeup so simple beautiful and elegant ❤

[@Frenchforaday]

Hi Sheena :) and thank you so much for watching! It's true that sugar is the worst enemy of the skin. Well done! I also feel that when I cut out sugar completely my skin always becomes more even and glowing. Sending you much love in beautiful California! I've been only to L.A. , San Francisco and Berkeley and I loved it so much. Have a wonderful weekend! xoxo

[@eulaliaschultz6074]

Your videos are such a joy to watch!! Thank you for sharing your French secrets with us all. Can you show us how to make bread from scratch without sugar, please? I'm skeptical about whether bread can taste good without any sugar.

[@d.c.127]

Please make a video showing examples of meals. I would love to see a few examples of each meal, breakfast, lunch, & dinner. Thanks!

[@able8803]

When I went on keto diet and intermittent fasting, I learned about how harmful sugar and carbs are. The French diet has similar focus, less sugar/carbs and more natural organic food preparations, no snacking and carbonated drinks. I have also learned to eat slowly and prepare my food on the table as if I am in a cafe. Manila, Philippines

[@timriehl1500]

Whenever I start to crave soda, I drink a sparkling mineral water like San Pelegrino. Sometimes I add lime or grapefruit or pomegranate juice for flavor.

[@babsr8479]

Like you said is, it's your childhood habits that shape you. My Mom never bought soda, so I never developed a taste for it. I also am not a big breed eater. I really don't keep breed in the house. I did enjoy the baguettes in France 🇫🇷 though. I'm from NY

[@stargirl33343]

I am an American that adopted French eating habits 2 years ago. I still had to count calories to lose weight and help heal my relationship with food, but I have found that these french beliefs and habits radically altered my psychology around food. There is nothing more abysmal to me than quick service or fast food now. Its so very clear the food is the lowest of low quality, the staff doesn't care about it, and they don't care about the cleanliness or pleasantness of the shop. One thing I don't agree with you on is not using the microwave or canned foods. There are plenty of healthy canned foods, primarily low or no sodium added canned beans and vegetables, and drained and rinsed fruit canned with 100% fruit juice. The microwave is great for heating up leftovers, steaming frozen vegetables, and "baking" potatoes.

[@gloriamartinez2535]

Hello friend. The system in this country doesn’t promote a family lunch. Every body is at work or school. The big meal is at night when the family is together. I use the microwave only to heat water. In my home we don’t buy sodas. I love my espresso in a porcelain cup looking at my palm trees. Love soup. Don care for sweets( but boy,!! My husband. Loves chocolates). I do have a big appetite. But I workout three hours a day five days a week. Cooking is not my favorite thing bu I have to do it. And by the way my husband loves KF. XO😘😘😘

[@Frenchforaday]

Hi my beautiful friend 😘😘😘 I'm not sure if you know but I have a sweet tooth. I love chocolate and I always try to restrict myself. Desserts are my weak spot haha. You are right: in the US people work a lot more and I know for a fact that lunch breaks are not as long as in Europe. Both in France and Italy we have have long lunch breaks. Some people even have time to go back home to eat haha. Can you believe it? These are huge cultural differences. Sending you much love and hugs, Gloria. xoxo

[@Americanmapping44]

I am american and have also lived in europe for a short time and the food difference in quality is very much true and I am really hoping to move to europe and this is 1 of the reasons why. From the past 6 months I am trying to loose weight by calorie counting and making healthier choices. I still do have some processed foods and sugar items but nowhere near what I used to do. I have no sodas and drink at least 2.5 liters of water a day. I try to start my day with eggs, turkey sausage, oatmeal, banana and sometimes a mini croissant or english muffin. Sometimes I add chia to my oatmeal or greek yogurt. I cut way back on oil/butter etc. If I have say an egg roll I put it in the air fryer instead of deep frying. I like having greek yogurt with a little granola and lily's chocolate chips (uses stevia instead of sugar) at night usually instead of a full meal and it holds me til breakfast. I am not a coffee drinker thankfully but when I do have it or tea I use almond or oat milk and a stevia/erythritol sugar substitute instead of sugar. I still have snacks like skinny popcorn and sometimes chocolate thats not the healthiest kinds like kitkat but I have cut wayyyy back as I used to eat a whole cake or whole pan of cookies by myself and a thing of ice cream by myself etc. I hardly ever have cookies anymore even though its my favorite thing and if I do I limit them. Haven't had ice cream in a really long time but I buy these frozen greek yogurt bars thats mint chocolate chip flavor, or like halo top pineapple or coconut bars. I am down 35lbs in 6 months and I noticed some differences already in my body and health but I still have 150+lbs to loose. Protein and carbs from vegetables and fruit help keep you full for longer. Part of my eating problem is mental so I am still working on this. The constant thinking about food and whats going to be my next meal and how many calories it is etc is a problem but Im getting better at it. When I eat a healthy meal and get busy doing something I noticed I dont think about food and whats my next meal going to be.

[@vintagejaki751]

When you start thinking of your next meal drink a glass of water. It will fill you up allowing you to focus on something else.

[@adrienneklopack6796]

In the US it became popular in the 1950s to adopt time saving methods in cooking meals at home which often included canned and processed foods. In the 1960s there began an explosion of fast food restaurants that affected American food culture; hence the paper cups. Since then the culture has continued to shift with coffee culture, power drinks, protein shakes, and power workouts to counteract the food we eat. The idea of ingredients and slowing down is important but in addition to consider portion size. Many restaurants serve large plates filled with food that is then eaten quickly. We also teach our children to snack in between meals by constantly carrying packaged cheese snacks, crackers and juice boxes. Your messages are good here. The pace in the US is a fast one, and that includes our eating culture. Thank you for posting.

[@kathylong2513]

US…lots of processed food loaded with sugar. Big problem here…large percentage of population is obese. I was one of them but down 60 lbs after learning much of what you aspire to in France. Biggest thing is a big reduction in sugar and reducing the number of times eating. I eat in an eating window about 6 hrs maybe 1 or 2 meals, then fast til the same time the next day. A big turnaround on my health. Thanks for enlightening us on the French lifestyle!!!

[@lisanadile4688]

I want to defend the US but I just ordered a pepperoni pizza and chowed down on almost the whole thing 😂

[@Frenchforaday]

Enjoy your pepperoni, Lisa 😘 This is my partner's favorite pizza and don't say it to anyone but pizza in the US tastes much better than the one we have in Italy lol It just melts in your mouth. xoxo

[@lisanadile4688]

@@Frenchforaday Oh thank you. Believe me, I agree with everything you say.

[@Sumerianharp]

Bahaha

[@amyexner]

Why?

[@JBenny2010]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@melissabridge5687]

I follow a Mediterranean diet.It is really a way of life not a diet. 80% plant based. Fish 3-4 times a week. Chicken 1-2 times a week . Eggs and some cheese.fruits 2 times a day and vegetables every meal.Nuts and Beans everyday. I buy my bread from the bakery or make it myself. Lots of soup! I am guilty for having fancy coffees some days . I can’t stand soda pop. I drink ice water, tea ( hot and iced no sugar) and coffee. I use 1 sweetener(not sugar) in my coffee. I do not drink milk. I use almond milk in my coffee that is sugar free.

[@roseg1333]

I’m from America and I have recently adopted a healthier diet and eating habits. I was always eating on the go because our country prioritizes money and career over health it’s what we were taught from an early age to do. Also our food is void of nutrients and minerals that is why we are always hungry we also don’t fast unless you are religious. It sounds like the French fast till lunch (they used to be a Catholic country). Anyway I try and cook our meals everyday now from scratch but sometimes it’s hard to get my husband on board all the time he hates soups lol I try to eat well though

[@d3lfi_12]

I’m from Denmark and most people share the same habits like the French people. Lovely video! Bisous ❤️

[@Frenchforaday]

Hi Delfina :) Sending much love to you in beautiful Denmark and thank you so much for watching my video. xoxo

[@paulettelevasseur227]

Thank you for such an inspiring video! Love the idea of eating more soup! Sugar has been a very difficult item to stay away from but will try harder. By the way, you look absolutely beautiful and your skin and makeup are flawless.

[@Frenchforaday]

Hi Paulette :) I'm always sooo happy when I see you comment here. ah... I have to admit that I have a sweet tooth too and I'm always trying to restrict myself. I love desserts and chocolate so I can feel the pain. About my skin - thank you so much. I don't do anything specific right now. I believe it looks good because my partner has fully recovered from the surgery that he had and we are spending a lot of time outside. I feel happy right now and somehow I managed not to eat sweets in the past couple of months and it shows on my skin immediately. Right now I eat a piece of cake once a week only at a restaurant and I allow myself a chocolate croissant every other day :) Sending you much love. Have a beautiful Sunday! xoxo

[@mgparis]

Ciao Angela, you are obviously mostly right, but things are changing in France and more and more people do eat ready-made and/or processed foods, at least occasionally - in fact, I believe McDonald's is most popular in France out of all European countries... On the other hand, people are more aware of ingredients, thanks to the "Nutri-score" printed on food packagings which tells you the nutritional value. But definitely sitting down for meals, and not snacking, are the big differences compared the US!

[@chrishellize]

Great video, thanks for sharing. Unfortunately the food culture in New Zealand has changed dramatically over the years. We dont have anywhere near the abundance of processed food America has, and we 'make' dinner at home every night usually...but I find more and more that jars of sauce and processed frozen foods have become normal and then we seem to think that's cooking! Takeaway bars, bakeries and fast food are popular too. As for me, although I am over weight I go to the gym regularly and eat pretty healthy, its portion sizes that get me. Kiwis have big appetites!! :) Im working on that!

[@lindalam3247]

Great tips, thanks for sharing! Love your positive energy. I'm chinese, born in Australia and grew up with soup with almost every meal. I agree that this is the reason why most Asians & other cultures like the French stay slim & maintain a healthy body weight. It is difficult I must admit to stick with this type of eating as a busy adult however I appreciate the reminder. I also resonate with all your other eating habits - I'm going to stop drinking my coffee on the go 😐

[@ameliapipi]

I was raised in Asia and am living in USA for about ten years now, I think it’s actually very easy to eat either healthy or unhealthy here. You can easily go into the drive thru and get a big fast food combo, or go to the organic section in grocery stores and get some veggies 🥗 Last night I made a soup using onion, carrots, potatoes and mushroom (forgot celery) and we ate it with baked pork ribs and steamed broccoli 🥦 It’s pretty easy to make. Of coz some days I do get a burger combo but I never drink the soft drink, I substitute it with a black coffee ☕️

[@Fresh_Flux]

Thank you for your video. I visited Nice last year and absolutely loved it, amazing place, people and food!😍 I live in UK, but was born in Poland. I agree, fresh, local, homemade meals, that is how my mother and grandmother teach me❤

[@applecrumble8625]

Totally agree with you about the pumpkin spice lattes - I tried my first one with my sister when I was 21 and we took a few sips and had to throw it away - it didn’t even taste like coffee 😱

[@kadieschaefer2874]

Do the french ever eat nuts and seed, nut butters, or oatmeal (unsweetened)? Thanks for your content!

[@olga2009pma]

I live in the USA, but I always cook from scratch. My parents are doctors, so I know a lot about healthy eating and healthy ingredients. And even though, it is so so difficult to mainain my normal weight there. When I go to Europe, I eat everything I want (healthy, tasty, no diet), drink wines and cava, and get back to the USA even slimmer... Also, with a little food in Europe I feel satisfied and have no issies with digestion. However, in America, I always feel that my body needs someting else/missing something. I think the issue is the ingredients. It does not matter if you even cook from scratch, they already have some hormons, antibiotics, and who knows what else... and I've tried buying organic food too, I have not seen any difference. I think all that "organic food" is just a marketing tricks to sell it more expensive. American food is just a garbage, sorry....

[@sl4983]

So what are the secrets that your doctor parents know that the rest of us should know?

[@LuluBowenTarot]

Bread with any percentage of sugar over the regulated amount is considered dessert. It is why you won't find most processed bread on the same shelf as the bread. They are considered different and as such split. Weirdly, brioche is on the bread side! I'd suggest that portions sizes are significantly smaller - even at home - and this leaves the space to have a wider selection. And the kitchen is closed after dinner. I snack during the day, but very rarely anything after dinner (and I eat my main meal at lunch)

[@annbressie8615]

Rewatching this today and agree about the lifestyle versus diet. I will say I as American I know no people who frequent fast food or eat candy for breakfast. I do know that everyone has the cardboard coffee cup in hand. That may have been your partner being a bachelor. I do agree that everything here has sugar in it so anything you pick up that is premade, even a "healthy" meal, seems to have added sugar which is really awful. The main thing I have noticed in Europe and France in particular is that combined with the non-processed food is the mindset of enjoying life and taking time for self-care. In the US part of the reason we grab prepared food is we don't have time to cook and certainly don't have time to go home for a leisurely lunch. If your culture doesn't allow it, as a working person, you have to incorporate bringing your healthy lunch and then you forgo the workplace social stuff. A conundrum.

[@saraG100]

I understand your viewpoint of people in the US. However, I am an American and grew up with parents who raised a huge garden, had berries, an orchard, our own beef, my dad hunted duck, pheasant and we all salmon fished most summer weekends. I didn't know how good I had it. Many, many rural Americans eat extremely well. Coffee was always black. :) Merci and thank you for reminding me to eat as I know to eat. .

[@ianavodenicharova4167]

Thank you for enlightening me to the French diet end eating habits. I believe that the cooking methods do actually matter for the quality, texture and taste of the food. For instance deep fried, grilled and baked foods that are processed do taste good, however high heat can ruin the nutrition value and spoil natural taste of the food. Ingredients like sugar and oils are added to replace the flavour. Also dry cooking methods are known to produce harmful compounds called Advanced Glycation End products (AGEs) which age you and are harmful to the health. On the contrary, wet cooking methods like boiling, steaming or poaching are considered healthy cooking methods and can preserve the taste nutrients as well as inhibit the formation of AGEs. I also believe that when someone is brought up with learning to appreciate real natural foods and have most of their meals cooked and prepared with natural ingredients at home, they really are more able to detect the differences between processed and high quality ingredients.

[@phylis3917]

Lift people up? Lovely and interesting. Merci.

[@jenniferjanes1589]

I agree the French have the secret to good eating. I love French language, culture and food.

[@taracassidy]

So what is for breakfast??

[@julias8763]

I guess that the main point is the size of a portion😊 you can have some sweets every now and then but a smaller portion, and you can have meat and vegetables but not a huge amount, the size is the key 🔑 and yes, processed food is garbage, empty calories, agree with you👍🏻 and less pastry, yes, I personally think bread and other pastry are not good for lean shape (just my personal opinion)

[@Frenchforaday]

Hi Julia :) Great tips and I have to agree with everything that you said. I must admit that I have a sweet tooth and I find it hard to control myself sometimes. I also love and eat bread daily which as you said is not great for slim shape. That's why I work out a few times per week. Have a wonderful Sunday and thank you so much for watching! xoxo

[@carole3708]

You are definitely right about overly processed food. It leads to binging.

[@Lawman212]

Coffee in cardboard cups definitely tastes different. Heated wet paper? It imparts a taste. But some people like that taste! It's a form of comfort food. Also, coffee in the US is not associated with leisure; it's associated with work. Work work work. Increased productivity is its main benefit. But it also leads to additional stress and insomnia. So it's a give and take.

[@kendralangdon7316]

I’m in the U.S. and I was not raised on processed foods. My family cooked fresh meals every day. I still, as an adult, eat the same way. We too have bakery’s that make wonderful fresh breads. Do not make general statements about all Americans.

[@magiccitymama1620]

These types of videos always generalize America's eating habits. I'm in the South and we have fresh bakeries, butcher shops, places to get good quality cheese, produce stands everywhere. America is vast and contains so many different cultures and cuisines. But we all wolf down processed supermarket and fast food. 🙄

[@diannafinewood2639]

What a great video! I'm from the USA but I definitely eat like the French :) I love soups, lots of veggies, and the way my body feels when I nourish it well! Thank you again for this inspiring video! God Bless xo!

[@christinaoconnell8288]

Lovely reminder of ways to enjoy life

[@Frenchforaday]

Hi Christina :) That's true. We have to remember to enjoy the little things whenever we can. Have a wonderful weekend and thank you for watching! xoxo

[@harrodsfan]

Interesting video and narration. I like to add that the way we cook and eat in Europe is very different to the American way. The current American diet is one of the unhealthiest in the world. Obesity is rife and it is fast creeping in numbers in the UK and even in smaller numbers in Europe. Btw I am from Grece 🇬🇷

[@tanyawashburn8964]

Could you do a video of what you eat in a day?

[@TourdionInstrumental]

I am in the US but my soul must be French. :). We rarely eat out, I cook al our meals, no packaged foods, little added sugar or gluten. And we eat homemade soup 3 nights a week. We have no health issues.

[@joannealmonte6559]

Thank you Angie for this educational video - and very true - would love to see some of the french soups/recipes that you discussed to try - such a battle in the US to eat fresh low sugar foods!!

[@Frenchforaday]

Hi Joanne :) Thank you so much for the kindest words! :) A US girl commented a few hours ago that she likes True foods. It's a US health focused chain I believe. In case you don't know the place I wanted to share it. It sounds interesting. I usually cook by intuition and I don't follow exact recipes but will try to note down some of my favorites and will share them. xoxo

[@andronikialex3899]

Hello, thank you for your nice advices, I am from Greece, I can assure you that we traditionally have the same habits as France