As moms, taking care of everyone else often comes naturally, but prioritizing our own health can feel much harder. Over the years, I’ve intentionally worked to improve my overall well-being through healthy eating, making time for exercise, and practicing mindfulness. Along the way, I discovered several health and healing documentaries on Netflix that opened my mind to new ideas, and I’d love to share them with you.
Some documentaries may feel biased or even extreme at times. I encourage you to watch with an open mind, consider the different perspectives and insights they offer, and then decide what feels right for you after thoughtful consideration.
What The Health
This documentary investigates why so many people are sick and why chronic illness continues to rise. It explores the connection between diet and disease while also examining the influence of large corporations and major health organizations on the food and healthcare industries.
Whether you agree with every claim or not, it encourages viewers to question the systems behind what we eat and how health information is presented.
You Are What You Eat: A Twin Experiment
I found this documentary fascinating because it follows identical twins eating different diets for eight weeks. Seeing the results side by side and observing how our food choices impact the body was truly eye-opening.
Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones
This series explores communities around the world where people live long, healthy lives. What stood out most to me was how simple daily habits like diet, movement, social connection, and a sense of purpose (ikigai) play such a powerful role.
Poisoned: The Dirty Truth About Your Food
This documentary dives into food safety and how our food system works behind the scenes. It was eye-opening and made me more aware of what I bring into my home.
Hack Your Health: The Secrets of Your Gut
This documentary focuses on gut health and how it affects everything from energy to mood. It helped me understand why digestion and microbiome balance matter more than I realized. It’s practical and empowering.
Unwell
This series looks at wellness trends and asks important questions about what’s helpful and what might be hype. I appreciated that it examines different trends critically and encourages thoughtful decision-making.
Headspace: Guide to Meditation
This series introduces meditation in a way that feels manageable for busy moms. It reminded me that even a few quiet minutes can reset the tone of the day. I’ve used these meditations when I feel worried or need to calm down because they are simple, practical, and easy to fit into a busy schedule.
Final Thoughts
Choosing self-care as a mom and growing in knowledge is powerful. The next time you’re scrolling, consider watching documentaries for health and healing on Netflix and see if they inspire even one small, positive change in your daily routine.
Best wishes,
Mel
