Common “Healthy” Habits I Hope you Didn’t Fall For (+ some that are great)

[@saskascoon9327]

It’s so reassuring to see fitness / health influencers out there who have integrity, emotional & academic intelligence, and are actually sharing helpful, accurate advice to counteract all the harmful / dumb messages out there! So happy to see Natasha’s following grow - it genuinely restores my faith in our society 😅

[@isolalih]

I don't know what we did to deserve a second video in a weeks time. But I am here for it! ♥

[@molasorrosalom4846]

I know, it's awesome!!!!

[@MaRyAnN14love]

We were starved, that's what we did.

[@adelinafranco5888]

i think w have reved up our metabolism for video consumption so we need more lol😂

[@SpenFitness]

I screamed when I saw another vid

[@annarocha3254]

Journaling just kept me in a neverending cycle of wallowing in my own depression and anxiety. You're absolutely right that it makes a person the center of their own universe, which we need far less of in this social media age.

[@GrungeGalactica]

So true, it just confirmed my feelings ten fold & then I’d be paranoid if anyone were to find & read through my book of woes 🥲 it did sometimes help if I couldn’t sleep cause my mind was racing or if I wanted to untangle my thoughts, but I’ve stopped doing it now & Im fine 🙂

[@missceil]

Same!! Journaling did not work for me AT ALL… it made me angrier, moodier, and more reactive. Glad I’m not the only one… I was starting to feel crazy when everyone else seems to journal and love it.

[@Diana02400]

What Natcha mentions is that it is worth the try but not something people need to feel they “should” be doing bc it varies from person to person. It did work for me, it helped me with my insomnia and managing strong, difficult emotions. I have been journaling for about six years now, but I don’t do it daily, just like once a week or whenever I am experiencing strong emotions. Just wanted to mention this in case ppl who never tried journaling get scared

[@hanelno]

Same. Hate it. It makes me more anxious 😬

[@annarocha3254]

@@Diana02400 I don't think people realize that there are possible downsides to journaling. They think it is either helpful or neutrally unhelpful. It is good for anyone who is just starting out to be aware of the pitfalls as well as the advantages.

[@natachaoceane]

Your healthy is going to be your own. Take your time and don’t let all the videos + routines make you feel pressured or like you need to transform your life in a day 🤍🤍 

[@baskerville-hound-0028]

That shirt is so cute! Your styles are always goals, if you enjoyed filming the last one I would drink a gallon of water for another wardrobe video. ❤

[@natachaoceane]

@@baskerville-hound-0028 hahaha okay to make sure you don't do that to yourself: it's from Source Unknown - it's really good quality for the price and a big recommend!

[@kaylamd9887]

Thanks Natacha I really needed to hear this 🙏🏽 I’ve been so hyper focused on all the ‘healthy habits’ I want to create this year and honestly just comparing my self to other people who seem like they just completely have their shit together and it’s been making me feel so overwhelmed 😅 So it’s nice to be reminded that you don’t need to be perfect and as long as you’re doing what works for you and taking care of yourself than you’re doing okay 😌💕

[@ChelszXx1]

@@therealjacobb1493 I think the reason why she said the information applied to women as well is because often men are used in research, whilst gender can have an impact on the outcome of what is healthy and what isn't. But I'm not sure if that's the reason, either way I think her channel is for both genders!

[@josiahlong266]

@@natachaoceane So happy to have you back and healthy:-) Would you explain deloading and why You and when You'd go for more than a week? And what are the variables in a circumstance that help you make that choice? Loving all your content, Thank you

[@maxinevandelaar6533]

TikTok really did a bad thing on my mental health and I quit it a few months ago. I have not felt this calm around social media in at least two years. I was really shocked to see the impact a simple app can have on you.

[@natachaoceane]

I'm really, really happy you've found a sense of calm Maxine. I don't want to discourage or push people too firmly about *how* to behave but I do think that it's super valuable to consciously study how the things we regularly do actually make us feel and your example is a perfect one. I've heard the same thing hundreds of times about TikTok so it's not just you 🤍

[@kahliainglis71]

I had a similar experience with TikTok, I would just endlessly doom scroll but it wasn't the content itself that affected me, a lot of that was like growing artists and musicians or comedians and memes - stuff that was educational, inspiring, or just funny and entertaining - it was the fact that I was sitting there k n o w i n g I had things that needed to be done but I just couldn't get off the dang app and do them, I already struggle enough as it is with executive dysfunction and adhd paralysis and TikTok just made it so much worse and t h a t is what made me hate myself. If I want content like that I'll go through yt shorts but I tend not to scroll through them and just look at the ones in my feed so it's easier to turn off 😊

[@youarenotalion]

Oh my gosh on the 10,000 steps one and tracking: I got a free fitbit a few years ago and it almost immediately turned me into a monster. I'd force myself to reach a certain number of active minutes, steps (and i went for 20,000, it was taking over my entire life), even stair levels. If you tend to have obsessive thoughts and habits, I feel like health tracking is one of the most mentally damaging things you can do. It's been like two years since i took the fitbit off for good, and i still am trying to overcome the anxiety that comes with not "getting my steps in". Thanks for throwing in the graphs about #of steps and risk, that helps a lot!

[@itsamandacristine]

I feel like adult acne isn't talked about enough. It happens to many of us! Thanks for touching on it!

[@natachaoceane]

Any time 🤍 we’re all family here 🫶 hope you’re doing good and feeling good about everything you’re working on ☺️

[@monetkumazawa183]

As a Japanese person, I really appreciate how you extracted and visualized the manpokei really well - it was a public health motivated marketing tactic, and it remains wild to me that it's still so infiltrated globally in 2023.

[@natachaoceane]

Hey!! Wow thank you so much, I understand it was a part of the Tokyo Olympics and was mega effective at motivating people to challenge themselves which is an amazing initiative. I felt the exact same way too about how wild it is that the hook lasted so long!! I’m sorry if I got the pronunciation wrong 🙈

[@bdoede96]

I definitely fell for the lemon water thing in high school, but it turned out to be beneficial in a different way because I use to never drink my water but then I started to put half a lemon in and I LOVE lemon so it made me drink about 4-5 extra Nalgene’s (30oz bottle). It helped a lot!

[@carolyncz33]

It sucks that you risk demonetization by talking about a topic that affects half of the population. I'm almost 30 years old and I only just recently learned within the last couple of years, the best way to clean my vagina. What you said is exactly what I follow. And that type of information is wonderful especially for young girls because that's something I don't remember learning in sex ed. This was an awesome video Natacha! Can't wait for more 😁

[@abigailelizabeth4655]

Yes exactly!!! Like how messed up is it that our society is so misogynistic and patriarchal that women get PUNISHED for educating other women in feminine health issues that effect all of us. I know I didn’t learn these things in sex Ed. The worst part is this doesn’t even have anything to do with sex it’s literally no different than saying “it’s not good for your hair to shampoo everyday” yet it’s treated differently bc women are so sexualized that even talking about how to clean ourselves is considered “X-rated” it’s so gross and I have lost a lot of respect for KZbin bc of that.

[@jillievanilli1767]

My mom just told me to use Dove unscented soap for sensitive skin and I have been doing that for over 50 years!

[@khem282]

The way that these apps censor any type of nudity without understanding that it's not always a sexual thing is so strange to me

[@GrungeGalactica]

I remember hearing when I was in high school that the vag1na was self cleaning so I didn’t. But I didn’t realise that your vulva isn’t your vag lol so make sure ya wash & rinse that and under the cl1t hood (apparently it increases pleasure when it’s clean under there) with super mild wash. If ya didn’t know now ya do 😂

[@jillievanilli1767]

@@GrungeGalactica Just spell it out! We are all adults. Natacha shouldn't be demonetized for saying proper words for body parts.

[@milanaspe1]

I have a BSc in microbiology and immunology and I’m an MD. Your videos give me so much hope! I’ve stopped following so many fitness influencers who are “science-based” that go way off when it comes to sponsorships or trendy videos that will gain viewers. You’re inspiring!!

[@allyarnsconsidered]

Comment regarding journaling. Personally I had journaled throughout my entire life and it definitely matters WHAT one journals about. I had stages where I was angry journaling and I found that detrimental to my mental health. It put me in a perpetual victim mentality and like you, Natacha, I was losing perspective on a larger picture. After doing the science of happiness course curated online by Stanford university, I discovered the gratitude journaling. That did the opposite, it put me in a very positive mindset. These days I find the most effective way to journal for me is a combination of problem solving (aka writing out my problems and finding solutions to them by asking constructive and objective questions) and expressing gratitude. I can still be angry/sad/anxious yet I can write down some solutions to these feelings and appreciate what I already have going for me.

[@natachaoceane]

this is amazing, it's so good to hear you stuck with it and found a version of it that you love and know adds to your life!! 👏👏 that sounds like an interesting course, I think I may have actually come across some of the teachings/the literature they build the course around when researching for topics in the past so I'll check it out! whatever puts you in that good headspace is amazing 🙌 I've tried both and I found the problem solving style can be useful for me at times, and is probably my favourite style 🙏 I think my personal bias is towards over-analysis and the biggest help for that is remember that my life is pretty inconsequential in the big scheme of all the ways I can try to help and good things I can contribute to much bigger than myself. Sending you love and thank you for that! 🤍

[@RitaZlatnik]

I have learned the same, this is so important. Focusing on too much negative journaling can be so harmful (or at least not as beneficial). I use the Day One app and it has an "On this day" feature showing what happened a year ago on a given day which I absolutely love. It's amazing to see my growth! 🥰 It not only improves my physical and mental health, but also career and relationships indirectly. Wether it's free flow of writing or guided questions it can definitely improve how I talk to people, how to express my needs in a better way (personal and work) etc. Health has many deeper layers. Not sure how studies can actually measure this. 🤔😀

[@sassysuesyd]

Is the course you are talking about free? I would love the link!

[@harrie4667]

journaling is what got me out of my depression, because it helped me write down all my bad thoughts, then look at them, and realize by reading them out lout that some of my fears/insecurities were insane and didn't match reality reading through my journal also helped me notice my own patterns and certain recurring fears/behaviors so that i could track my progress and have a better understanding of myself it's not for everyone but i would definitely recommend it

[@allyarnsconsidered]

@@harrie4667 ❤️ it’s rewarding when we find these tools that help us out of a bad spot. I didn’t have this immediate effect like you where I could gain perspective right away after journaling but I keep my notebooks and I came to a similar realization when looking at my teenage journals. Only now I realize how depressed I was at that stage but I was not able to recognize it in the moment. It is even hard to read. Your ability to self reflect and be aware of your thoughts is fantastic. Keep it up!

[@karolinadroscova5242]

The healthiest habit I have adopted (apart from weight training) was not drinking. My sleep, recovery and focus improved tremendously (and my wallet aint complaining either 😃) Highly recommend at least trying it out as part of Dry February Challenge!

[@natachaoceane]

I am so so happy you found what's helped you feel better. I have actually heard that a lot, though I personally have never been big into alcohol and have only ever had it at celebrations. Those sound like three very powerful outcomes though! Anything I can do to help with focus is an enormous win, I feel like. Big hugs!

[@justthatgamergirl1]

Same here! Congrats on your sobriety.

[@stargazerbird]

Me too. Everything improves. It’s a big part of low grade depression that people don’t even realise is happening.

[@oksanakaido8437]

Quitting alcohol helped a lot with improving ongoing gut issues that I've had for years. Alcohol really is no good for your microbiome. These days, I'll drink on special occasions, but I know if I use it regularly, it's easy to overdo it and start using it as a way to medicate my depression and anxiety.

[@noriem4244]

Me too... I quit for half a year then went back to drinking and I could tell the difference. And I wasn't a daily drinker. So late last year I decided to give it up all together. My gut is thankful for sure

[@trini7738]

Loved this video so much! I’m a doctor and I fully support everything you said 💁🏻‍♀️

[@natachaoceane]

That really means a lot, thank you so much for saying! Is there anything you’d add that I missed or didn’t explain clearly enough? 🙏🙏🙏

[@mxrored]

I just wanted to say that as someone else with hyperhydrosis, I’ve found it really helpful seeing someone in the public eye being honest about it. Thank you 😊

[@caracho7191]

What do you do against hyperhidrosis? I sometimes have very much sweat on my hands (especially during hot days) and I don´t think it´s a illness I have to cure (although it´s nasty). But I haven´t found a good method to cure it beside of washing my hands regularly with soap.

[@MrsMiddleAtlantic]

Another video so soon! What a treat! Thank you for working so hard, you are appreciated 😊💛

[@tarenmassey31]

I noticed that when I was tracking my steps, walking/running felt like a chore, but once I stopped tracking I actually started walking MORE because I enjoyed it so much. I'm also happy to know that I'm not the only one who doesn't benefit from journaling! Superb video Natacha 🙌

[@juliane3357]

Two videos from Natacha in less than a week? What a treat 😍

[@natachaoceane]

heheh I did say I missed you guys!! big hugs Juliane!

[@juliane3357]

@@natachaoceane 🤗🤗

[@madikilgore3543]

natasha you have actually no clue how much your videos impact me. i’ve been recovering from a raging ED for a little while now, & it’s SO hard to when it feels like everyone is throwing opposite health advice left & right. track your calories, eat intuitively, exercise, don’t exercise, give into craving, don’t, & then every other “health habit” you named off. you have no clue how it feels to come on your page & have a breath of fresh air. someone who does not intend to sell me some “life saving supplement” or “hourglass figure in two weeks” you’re real. you’re honest. you’re so raw & loving & i thank you. i truly cherish you as well as your content. you have made me love health & fitness just as it is, not to morph myself into someone i’m not. much love , madi💓💓💓💓

[@audball217]

I’ve been off Facebook for over 2 years, and of TikTok for 6 months. I told myself it would be a 2 week break from Facebook, and when I tried to go back on the habit was broken and it just felt like a waste time. It has helped my mental health so much. And fun story, my therapist gave me the final push to delete TikTok, I started watching shows that I loved but hadn’t watched in awhile because I was always in a TikTok spiral. I rewatched crazy ex girlfriend. It reminded me of my love for theater/musicals, so I signed up for a musical theater dance class, and now I’m auditioning for a musical on Friday! I haven’t been in a show in 10+ years. Getting off social media opened up time for things I really love, and reinvigorated my love for things like theater and reading. It also helped me get back into a workout routine, and instead of being stuck scrolling I go do my workout.

[@hannahmitchell87]

That's awesome! Good luck at your audition!!! 🥰

[@margaritadiaz8194]

In a industry full of noise it is so refreshing to find someone who actually knows what they are talking about. Thank you so much for taking your time to do your research and clearing up all the noise. I admire how you are able to educate and inspire people .❤❤❤

[@julietagilloizaga4298]

I feel like watching your videos is THE healthy habit: mood boosting, educational, inspiring, and something to look forward to! I’m currently on week 3 of restart and I’m loving the way the workouts make me feel! They’ve introduced me to more explosive and functional movements - I honestly just love throwing heavy stuff around. So thanks again hope you never stop doing what you do best :)

[@sqkoi]

I love that you take your time to research all these "healthy" habits to confirm whether theyre factually or not. Everybody takes these in without questioning it and the fact that your reversing that by shoving the facts down their throats is great lol. we need more people like you in the world!

[@lizzy8399]

the amount of editing, effort, and research in all your videos is 💯; thanks so much Natacha!

[@natachaoceane]

You’re amazing, each part of it is joy because of all of you so thank you 😂

[@oceaneyes937]

I absolutely love journaling. It feels like chatting with a friend to me. I find I'm much clearer-headed after getting anxious thoughts down on paper. I've also been journaling for years and it's been majorly helpful to re-read old journals. Sometimes I see patterns in my behavior and attitude that provide insight on how to help myself grow. It's a great tool if it's your cup of tea! I can totally understand how it wouldn't be for everyone, but I'm so introspective and thoughtful that it's a relief to write things down, almost like giving myself permission to stop thinking in circles.

[@natachaoceane]

I’m so happy for you, what a beautiful thing to have found that helps you so much! 🤍🤍 thinking in circles is a deep kind of energy sap so I know how powerful it is to have your solution 🙏

[@lucyservo6574]

My healthy habits are drinking enough water, moving every day, eating when I'm hungry, and trying to floss my teeth every day. So many people don't have the media literacy to tell if a "health trend" is bulls**t or actually based on science. Thank you for your service, natacha!!

[@zoommiesbay]

Its not even that it just people not wanting to look into anything and take it face value

[@annika7897]

Your videos are my safe space whenever I am not feeling well. The last weeks were really tough and I rewatched your old videos. I especially love the one in which you and Mario went to get some dounughts 😊 I am really excited for this new one! Thank you Natacha! 💕

[@natachaoceane]

Annika 🤍 I am so sorry you're not feeling your best! 🥺 those tough weeks suck, and I am so happy I could be there for you because trust me I can relate very much to having a tough time lately. I remember that video very well hahaha! Another one someone reminded me of that's the same energy is Drunk Baking 😂 in case that's the mood you are after!! things will get better and I'm sending you love 🌈🌈🤍

[@annika7897]

@@natachaoceane I loved that aswell. Also your chunky Christmas tree you both decorated in that video! 💕 I'm looking forward to your next video 😊

[@kaishannon]

When I use social media I only watch things that make me feel good and refreshed now because it was starting to impact me in a negative way so I unfollowed people and accounts that made me anxious or feel worse after viewing them. It definitely helped a lot

[@MamaSwole]

I really liked that you discussed hygiene bc I feel like a lot of ppl are shy to talk about it, but it's super helpful and important!

[@isabelkellaway1961]

I love how you are so professional but also almost set the house on fire at the same time. Big energy

[@natachaoceane]

Hahaha my favourite compliment ever thank you 😭😂♥️

[@elisa000]

As a kinesiologist I want to roll my eyes a million times a day when I hear about certain trends or diets, I think the best thing to do is strive to have a healthy lifestyle and be as active as possible in your day. It might take longer to reach your goals but at least it's sustainable instead of the constant up and downs ❤❤

[@e50010]

Thank you for being so science based and amazing!

[@natachaoceane]

hey beautiful! wow thank you, that is so sweet and honestly not at all needed! having you all here is more than enough to me, but I appreciate the super sweet gesture so much and will use it to buy Mario a scoop of chocolate sorbet he fell in love with this week 🥺

[@MrsCooks21]

Natacha Océane= Hilarious, Eloquent and smart. I have to tell you, I'm in the final stretch of my pregnancy, and I actually cannot wait to restart your Home. Reload workout guide to get back into shape. You are inspiring beyond belief.

[@natachaoceane]

hey!! oh wow what beautiful news about your pregnancy!! I am so excited for your family, I hope you are all so healthy and so happy together 🥺 that is actually the cutest thought!! wow well we are always here ready and waiting for you, and there's no rush so you take as much time as you need. Sending you all love!!!

[@chelseawoodall3361]

Oh gosh me too! I’m just in my 2nd trimester, about halfway through, but already I’m feeling the pull to get my body and fitness back. The exhaustion is real right now. 😅 I just need to listen to Natacha remind me on repeat that I don’t need to stress about being perfect or rushing to get back to where I was, but enjoy the journey. Keeping those mental demons at bay for me…so inspiring!

[@cisium1184]

I track my steps religiously every day, with the only rule being that I must get at least 5,000 steps 6 out of every 7 days. In a typical week I walk about 5,000 two days, 10,000 two days, and 15,000+ two or three days, with a complete veg-day once every two or three weeks. I would never make myself do 10,000 steps every day, day in and day out, like clockwork. My body doesn't want it and it would take the pleasure out of walking. I will say one thing, in addition to easy movement, I have found walking to be meditative and great for my state of mind. I don't know if it works for larger mental health issues but it's definitely worth a try.

[@kellyhuang1]

actually obsessed with how in this video natacha normalizes mental health as health in general!! i feel like it’s often silo’d when the kind body connection is so important ❤

[@DrLaraZib]

YES 100% agree!!

[@josefina6545]

I started journaling more for necessity than for any other reason. I journal when im feeling too anxious and need to get in touch with the root of my emotions. I sometimes need to be the centre of my universe because I tend to loose touch with my true feelings and just hide them under the rug. I would never try and schedule my journaling like many recommend on social media, like journaling every morning for 15 minutes or something like that. The spontaneous act of journaling whenever I feel the need to really prevents me from getting down and losing perspective, because I write in moments of despair and anger. But this is just what worked for me, i encourage anyone to at least try it out because the practice of observing and describing emotions is truly a tool that has helped me in more ways than one.

[@mally6101]

Omg I feel the same way about journaling! My biggest issue is with anxiety and overthinking, so journaling just makes me feel like I'm focusing so much on myself and not the bigger picture. I prefer to talk my anxieties out with my loved ones, or workout/do yoga (to help get me back in my body and out of my head) - which help my mental health much more than journaling ever has. Spot on video again Natacha xx

[@Serena-or7sl]

Could it help if the journaling is focused on something you observed instead of something that happened to you? For example, writing about the cute couple at the park that was exchanging gifts instead of "I took a walk at the park and this is what I was thinking about"?

[@DrLaraZib]

Love this!!

[@maei7287]

the weather is so shit and i felt guilty for not walking anywhere at all. Natasha allowed me not to walk! I can just do whatever at home workout 🎉🎉🎉

[@curstinw6420]

Love catching a Natacha video early!! My only healthy habits I'm focusing on this year: - Get more sleep (I've never had a good sleep routine) - Drink more water (when I'm feeling thirsty not forcing myself ) - And eat more fruits and veggies

[@molasorrosalom4846]

I learned that cutting back on my caffeine helped with sleep. MissFittandNerdy did a video about it. Used to drink a Bang a day, and I bought a pitcher and measuring class. Day by day, I lowered the amount to where now I'm only doing 150 milligrams a day before my workouts and my rest days are caffeine free

[@nataliakallay]

Natacha is the only fitness influencer anybody needs to be honest. She is so amazing and honest, and based.

[@ck.7343]

Hey, because of the journaling topic, I LOVED the book „5 people you will meet in heaven“, it is not even Christian although the title is heaven. It was such a mind opening thing for me, showing me the bigger picture in life. A really good short read. Definitely a recommendation! The worst self help advice or habit I had was; excessively watching self improvement stuff and being so overwhelmed that I procrastinated all the time. Didn’t even started learning or doing sport or something else. All the time someone would just pop up in my feed and tell me THE ULTIMATE solution to this and that. My cure for all the things these self help dudes and girls tried to overcome (procrastination, motivation problems, wasting time, …) was to quit all of it and just chill. Do the work I have to do, even if I’m doing it totally wrong according to the newest studies (that are going to be debunked) I am still doing something.

[@sarakjeldsen769]

I love how you simplify alot of these like the steps! I tend to walk 5-8K steps in a day which I think is alot on top of workouts.

[@BellaLouisaatje]

What helped me most with my mental health was learning to think differently and focus on the positive. But also learning to feel the pain and not push it away. It's a double whammy

[@BellaLouisaatje]

@natachaoceane is this for real or is this a fake account?

[@justDavidThanks]

You’re literally the only person I have intentionally turned on notifications for on KZbin I absolutely love your vibe and the information you bring in your videos

[@TheLululalune]

I had your videos as KZbin suggestions for almost two years before I was weak enough to click on what I believed was another HIT girl video. And I am so happy I did ! Thank you for your positivity, your « bienveillance » and for spending hours reading those articles for us.

[@natnatnat8064]

I've been journaling for years and I never questioned if it had any harmful effects until now 🤯It actually explains a lot...

[@sarac.1927]

Love this! Would love to have a part 2 with the rest of the "healthy habits"!

[@halfsucked-mang0]

Whenever I need to cut through the noise or am feeling too anxious about my progress, I watch your videos. You're such a breath of fresh air with scientific facts x

[@jenniferhitchcock3398]

Can I just say that I LOVE your content!!! You are authentic and funny and so smart. And I love that you give us the science behind things! A true educational moment :). Please never leave KZbin!!!

[@jaderlefort]

honestly I wish you had a podcast because literally everything you say is so relatable and interesting, plus you’ve got the best personality on here💗

[@natachaoceane]

Ah wow you are so cool and so nice to me, thanks for everything Jade. Maybe one day the time will be right, for right now my videos are where I feel like I can deliver the info heavy content I want to put out. I’m a hyper visual person so I feel like I communicate dense info much better this way tbh. Thanks so much for letting me know what you’d like 🥹🤍

[@maarjakivitalo7935]

10 000 steps is legit hardest mindset to break. If you want or not it is going to rule your world. 😅 For example I obsessed to get my daily activity to 100% in workout days. I know it is not good to my mental health but I try to stop doing it. 🤞Years ago I was so obsessed that I have to workout but now I just try to move my body and be happy. To look good is a bonus what you get when you are moving your body. ☺

[@haleymckinney6657]

I loveee how you teach people that research comes from scientific articles (more than 1) and not from Google searches!!!

[@eleanorgoad2871]

I love it when you post back to back girl!! You make a hard week so much easier ❤️❤️❤️

[@natachaoceane]

Eleanor ❤‍🔥 hey my friend!! I'm so happy to see you again so soon too! I hope this week eases up a little for you if it's been tough!! 🌈 you're a superstar 🤍

[@saramilton4981]

You have helped me to understand that setting too high demands on myself does not benefit me in the long term. You are the best ❤️

[@natachaoceane]

I've got nothing on you girl, look at how kind and supportive you are 🤍 hope you never forget to prioritise what makes you feel happy and fulfilled too 🤍

[@tayagotchi]

I second that once you find the right therapist, it will change you! I never thought I'd get out of ptsd and now I'm crawling my way out! I hope this convinces someone!

[@natachaoceane]

it's so cool that you found your right person, the comfort you feel and slow build of self-confidence that this is something you can grow out of is like nothing else. thank you so much!!

[@brunafeliciano8079]

it's always very refreshing seeing a fitness influencer being honest about things, thank u, natacha

[@natachaoceane]

Any time my friend, sending you love and hope you feel confident and full of belief in yourself 🤍

[@amandasken]

Aren't we blessed to see another video from you so soon! As someone who used to have severe orthorexia, your videos are such an amazing help for me. This one hits close to home, I used to do most of these back then. It's very good to have reminders that you don't have to succumb to perfectionism to be healthy. Striking that balance between kindness and discipline is so important! Sending love x

[@rachelrandolph2579]

I have a hard time focusing on the good things sometimes, so journaling gives me an outlet to focus on small wins or good things that happened throughout the day. It also lets me work through harder issues that maybe I'm having within myself (like getting to the root of anxiety) or process how I could handle an argument with my partner better! It definitely doesn't work for everyone but I personally love it! I also appreciate the tip about water. I drink usually around 2L of water and for me that's perfect! I'll drink a little more on some days obviously, but I cannot imagine drinking much more than that.

[@BlueSatine592]

Girl this is so badass. Like I’m so tired of seeing these fad habits of what or not to do and it’s extremely overwhelming. Something positive can become something negative but seeing this makes a world of difference. Thanks for the info it’s super helpful

[@LolapsGP]

Great intro Natacha!! Thank you very much for keeping this channel after all these years 😍 it motivates me a lot and it made me change wildly the way I approach my health ❤ P.S. Only one more week to finish your MOVE program 🎉

[@natachaoceane]

haha thank you, so happy you liked it! I feel like I should be the one saying thank you for sticking with me after all these years, even when I needed a break or some time to work on other projects. Please, please let me know how you feel at the end of MOVE.! I love your feedback and thoughts any time! Hope your progress has been great!

[@smyrie0805]

I am also doing Move and so far is my favorite

[@NeverStoppedSinging]

Natacha, you are probably the best thing that has happened to KZbin. You are so amazing and your content is so high quality and positive.

[@hanelno]

Would be very curious to hear the rundown on “5am club” 😬 I personally get up at that time to train because I HAVE to. But I’m kinda tired of rising early being talked about as a causation for success and happiness when there doesn’t even seem to be a correlation. Make sure you get your sleep in peeps, on your own schedule. In my experience lack of sleep is the right hand man to my anxiety 🤝

[@hanelno]

@@cl5420 exactly. Prioritise enough sleep at a schedule that fits you. Period. Doesn’t matter if it’s early or not. Some of the most successful and content people I know start work at 10AM and hit the gym at 11PM. Works for them 🤷‍♀️

[@Slyyvie]

Natacha you’re sooo wholesome and even-tempered even in any criticism you give it’s gently delivered. I appreciate you! Keep your integrity despite any toxic internet culture 😊

[@a_liz_h]

Another upload?? IV NEVER BEEN MORE HAPPY 😭 thanks Natache I’ve never had an Ed but you’ve still helped me with my relationship with food and exercise. ❤️

[@natachaoceane]

I actually cannot fathom how I got so lucky to have your support but thank you so much. Feeling better about your relationship with food and exercise is always an amazing outcome, I am beyond happy to hear you say you feel that way 🥺

[@marianaburns3320]

You are easily my favorite KZbinr. Thank you for existing ,caring about us and sharing all of your knowlegde. :) You're the best!!

[@elmiathewriter]

This video was *very* very necessary and I am so happy that you were the one to make it first (or at least the first KZbinr I came across). I love how thorough you are and the fact that you include *actual* data-backed research - and not the typical opiniated blog articles you get everywhere on the internet. You are by far the best and most authentic fitness/health KZbinr I've ever watched (and I'm obsessed so I have seen a LOT). Thank you for this video, we need more KZbinrs like you💕

[@LenaFerrari]

I was not expecting this much evidence based knowledge. Very positively impressed

[@lulusketches]

2 new videos in the same week YOU SPOIL US natacha!!

[@natachaoceane]

nooo you all spoil me! appreciate you Laura, you're so skilful!! 👏

[@martaxpett]

You’re honestly my fav human being

[@idaiddi]

Just got off from work on a day where everything has gone like hell. But I saw this was uploaded and I instantly felt great and wanted to watch. Natascha you always make my days better with your amazing content and glowing personality. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@alexandravicol1844]

I just love her joy and voice so much , such a good role model for me

[@escandalu]

Hi Natacha!! a video just in time for my lunch :D I just wanted to say thank you, im currently doing Cut 2022 again cause i had so much fun. You've help me recover from my ED, regain a healthy relationship with food AND exercise, and thanks to you this year I'm finally back to do the sport i love so much (basketball) and i will probably compete again too :) Really, thank you so so much and i hope you have an amazing year!! Hugs from Peru

[@escandalu]

@@1BadApple Thanks!! isnt it fun?

[@annikatribby5717]

What is cut 2022

[@AntiUplineUnicorn8254]

I gotta say, catching your videos is just what the doctor ordered! They're a breath of fresh air, a real pick-me-up, and a source of knowledge and motivation. I mean, they're the bee's knees, the cat's meow, and the cherry on top of my day! I'm in the final week of my restart and boy, do these workouts make me feel like a million bucks! They've shown me the ropes of some real dynamite and practical moves - I gotta say, I'm all about tossing around some serious weight. So hats off to you, hope you keep knocking it out of the park :)

[@sukoonaama1409]

She is the best big sissy we all need.I was feeling overwhelmed thinking about how I failed to maintain discipline these past days and here you come to make me feel good and better ❤️😘 Thank you so much just love and love to you ❤️

[@amandastarshine89]

Another thing about multivitamins - iron and calcium block each other’s absorption, yet companies will put them together in a tablet - I am prescribed iron and calcium separately and that’s how I found out to take them at different times from one another. And other vitamins are fat soluble so need to be taken will a meal to be absorbed while others are not - but they’re all just lumped together in a multivitamin without much or any thought about how they interact with each other 💙 thanks for this video 😊

[@laismarcelino945]

You know it’s going to be a good week when it starts with a new video from Natacha!! I can vouch for journaling, I’ve been doing it consistently for 11 years and I notice a decline in my mental health when I take long breaks from it, I prefer it to therapy but that’s my personal experience, maybe I just haven’t found the right therapist yet, even though I have tried a few different ones. As always, great video, THANK YOU ❤

[@SweetEmotion11]

Know whose content never saps my energy and leaves me feeling better every time? Yours ❤ Thank you for being a light for us all!

[@natachaoceane]

ah wow, thank you so damn much 🥺 I am so happy you're here and feel okay about it, if something I ever create doesn't do that for you I hope you'll give yourself that space! 👋 so much love!

[@kellyro77]

Love your balanced look at these things. I'd like to put out there that spironolactone was initially developed to help lower blood pressure in heart attack victims. It just had a bonus side-effect of reducing hormonal acne in women (I believe it lowers testosterone levels). Just be aware of that if you decide you want to take it. It's prescription based, anyway, so you'll have to discuss with a doctor. I used it for a while and it definitely did clear up my acne. However, I'm someone who has naturally low blood pressure as it is, and after a few months of use, I went off of it because I found it was making my blood pressure dip way too low. Chronic low blood pressure can have serious health implications. I didn't want to risk organ failure just for clear skin on my face. I'm sure it's perfectly safe for people whose blood pressure is usually in normal ranges, though.

[@SKIPPYSBEANZ]

Not only do I adore you and your content, but throwing the ball into the candle and putting it out...what CAN'T you do?! What a queen 💙💙

[@monicatsaneva5952]

Honestly, you are the only reason I open KZbin nowadays-to check if you have posted something new and inspiring as you always do!❤️Thank you, Natacha, for being such an inspiration and a reliable source of information!! I’m currently doing one of your fitness programs and I’m in love with it. I have not been very much into fitness and moving for the past year but now I am getting back to it thanks to you!❤️ Love ya🫶🏼

[@LeonSKennedy2002]

You’re putting out the best vibes and I just love how much research you use to prove your statements instead of just saying what people want to hear. You’re the best!

[@katiaalexandra5630]

I would love an episode 2, please. ☺️ This was so insightful.

[@natachaoceane]

ah really? there are literally so many I feel like we could easily do that! do you have any suggestions or thoughts for some you keep seeing or are curious about??

[@miritpolus3852]

I do - streak running. What are your thoughts?

[@TheBanannaAnna]

uhhh yes - green powders, magnesium supps, protein powders, barre….

[@ashleighcampbell8775]

Would love a part two as well :). Foam rolling, green powders, breathwork/meditation, dairy and inflammation.

[@dszphi5076]

Yay! You are GLOWING! Love this video, thanks Natacha!!!

[@LifeByRaych]

We love a fitness influencer with facts! This was refreshing. 🥰

[@Racheleahcoulter]

I have a handful of KZbinrs/content creators that i watch and trust, however Natasha is one of the only women i follow who actually focus on the studies conducted on female subjects. Respectfully, many of the male creators i follow unknowingly fail to acknowledge how the studies they are referencing only include data taken from male participants. I APPRECIATE YOU NATASHA.

[@ellamosig8841]

I was so shocked and happy for another video! You motivate me like no one else. You may not think your anything special but believe me you are exactly who you need to be for everyone. Much love ❤️

[@witchburr976]

I can’t thank you enough for the way you talk about health. “Move the way you love” is golden. You have helped my movement journey so much!

[@meganhirschi6248]

I'm still fighting adult acne and I'm nearly 40! It's annoying how many people try to solve my problem. I did have a dermatologist a few years ago (I'm in the states and lost insurance for it), and that's the only time it's gone away!

[@AmIWhatIAm]

I stumbled upon your channel, and I really like that you share research papers as supporting evidence instead of just blatantly siding based on personal experiences and opinion. Subscribed!

[@mikaylasmith7600]

I definitely relate to the adult acne, I fell off my birth control and my face exploded and my self-esteem dropped for years. I 100,000% agree with seeking out a dermatologist but also want to add that if you feel like your dermatologist isn't respecting you and your wallet, FIND A NEW ONE. Do not give up, I wish I got proper medical attention for this years ago and now that I have, my outlook has changed for the better!

[@JBrownie7]

Wish I was friends with Natacha and Mario in real life… so much positivity, fun and joy flying around! Legends.

[@Sini_9357]

Natacha you are absolutely the best, funny, inspirational, and your videos are always so educational and motivational....thank you ❤️

[@masantahelperkiller7797]

I'm glad you did a video on this! When it comes to self care and being healthy, what you do is entirely up to you. It's not a one size fits all, which you highlight beautifully here. I myself focus primarily on diet, exercise, and the way I feel best presenting myself to others. I keep it entirely focused on how I feel in my body, which I'm still learning. It takes a long time to get to that point, not to mention if you have a wild mental health history (which I do) and/or the history of an ED. Best thing to do is just to be kind to yourself, give yourself a bit of grace when working on self improvement, and to most importantly do things if they give you a sense of peace/contentment when doing stuff.

[@TheZarattack]

Would love to see the rest of the healthy habits. This was AWESOME!!! would love it if this were a series

[@thistledbones]

Thank you for talking about your skin struggles. My dermatologist wanted to put me on spiro, but honestly I was nervous to do it and never took it. Not sure if skin/spironolactone is a topic you'd be interested in covering some time in the future, but I would definitely watch!

[@ashleyjimenez2615]

Your perspective is so refreshing and always leaves me feeling better after watching! I love how you never fail to incorporate the scientific evidence behind every topic you discuss. It’s uplifting and educational all wrapped into one! So grateful for your presence on KZbin ♥️

[@BethanyGraceSawyer]

Great video Natasha! So good to have someone online presenting the science behind things to the wider public! On lemon water - I feel like this might be something for people to avoid doing, particularly every day. I've seen things saying that over time, having that amount of citric acid will erode enamel and have negative effects on dental health. Haven't looked for any papers on this yet but if people are doing it for vitamin C there are other ways! Or drink through a straw I guess 😊

[@molasorrosalom4846]

Never understood how certain things become a fad. Lemon water, celery juice, why not just drink regular water???

[@sarahsiave2532]

You're content makes me laugh and feel happy / motivated every time. Your energy is amazing

[@LucyGem98]

Another Natacha video!?? We are blessed! Apart from skincare I don't do any of these hah... there is far too much advice from unqualified people on the internet. Which is why I love your use of academic studies.

[@Katie-hn8yq]

thank you Natacha for another great video!! I just wanted to clarify (for any young folks out there still learning about their bodies) that the vagina is *inside* the body and definitely does not need to be cleaned as it has its own amazing self-cleaning mechanism; what you see on the *outside* is the vulva, and you do want to very gently wash this area w/ a pH balanced cleanser as Natacha said. Definitely mentioned in the paper Natacha was referencing but just not highlighted.