I don’t have the standard TV connection at home so anything like news, soap series or dramas are off the menu for me.
Instead I like to watch interesting documentaries and since some of us have got some more time on our hands during COVID-19 lockdown, I’ve collected some great documentaries that you can stream right now!
The below list is a collection of my favourite health documentaries that are available on Netflix right now. So If you’re keen to learn something new, or get some insight into some of the most talked about documentaries and shows, tune in below!
1. Human Nature 2019
Human Nature is a 2019 documentary film directed by Adam Bolt. This documentary is a definite eye opener, in which the audience is taken on a journey about DNA, human genetics and the power of the discovery of CRISPR. Labelled as “the biggest biological discovery in the 21s century” this is a must watch if you’re interested in health, wellbeing and biohacking and health sciences. Although this one is a little long to watch (94 minutes) it is definitely one I have recommended to my friends.
Watch Human Nature on Netflix
2. Take Your Pills 2018
This was a true eye opener for me as I had no idea about the types of drugs that were used in college. Growing up in the Netherlands all I knew was that some people smoked marijuana… boy did I learn something here! This documentary sheds light on the use of Adderall and
Watch Take Your Pills on Netflix
3. The Goop Lab with Gwyneth Paltrow 2020
The goop lab with Gwyneth Paltrow is a six-episode series, guiding the deeply inquisitive viewer in an exploration of boundary-pushing wellness topics, including: psychedelics, cold therapy, female pleasure, anti-aging, energy healing and psychics. The goop lab launches on Netflix January 24, 2020.
4. Prescription Thugs 2015
Sorry this one isn’t available RIGHT NOW – but will be launched onNetflix soon.
I think this will be a great watch. This documentary explores the ethical issues of FDA and pharmaceutical industry.
5. Feel Rich 2017
It took me a while to get into this documentary, but I’m glad I watched it as it
6. The Game Changers 2018
Surely you’ve heard of this documentary about vegan bodybuilders?
If you haven’t the short of it is – bodybuilders can be vegan, and if we eat vegan we can be just as healthy….. At least that’s what the viewpoint of this documentary is.
What’s your opinion? Vegan? Not vegan?
Watch the full documentary below for free
7. Heal 2017
This documentary is all about changing perception which can in turn heal you.
Everything starts in the mind, not just disease.
But what about children that are born sick? What has happened before we got here? This movie touches on things like Karma and Destiny.
8. Rotten 2019
This two season series sheds light on how our food supply chain and really shows you things we don’t think about or take for granted. A great eye opener and good piece of education, although remember common sense.
9. Tony Robbins: I am not your guru
Definitely an eye opener about the world famous Tony Robbins.
I’ve been a fan of Tony ever since I started with self development and personal growth and having learned so much from Tony – I feel this is a must watch.
However there has been quite some controversy about the way Tony coaches people at his event as some cases are quite confrontation. At the very start of this documentary Tony states that depression of one of his pupils linked to the shoes he’s wearing… Another confrontational case is that he tells a female pupil to break up with her boyfriend in public at the even.
It’s definitely an interesting documentary to watch!
Watch Tony Robbins I Am Not Your Guru on Netflix
10. Broken 2019 Netflix Documentary Series
What is the true price of the products you buy? There is a price tag attached to the low price of products that we pay.
This documentary series brings to light what people would do to make a quick dollar. Whether it’s make up, furniture of any other consumer good – it’s plastic.
As a consumer – it’s our responsibility to make a change – or is it?
Watch Broken 2019 Netflix Documentary Series
11. Ronnie Coleman: The King 2018
This documentary is both inspiring and sad at the same time. The great Ronnie King Coleman was a famous bodybuilding but after trashing his body for so many years is barely able to walk now. See the trailer for yourself.
Watch Ronnie Coleman The King on Netflix
12. ICARUS
This one was brought to my attention by a friend who highly recommended it. ICARUS tells the story of the mastermind that cheated the olympics. This investigative documentary explores what happened when athletes got WADA tested and how the system was manipulated by the Russians.
Bonus Documentaries
- The Secret
- The Pharmacist
- Skin decisions
The Take Away
Whether you’re interested in health, fitness or learning about ways to optimise your wellbeing, I’m certain that at least one of these documentaries will be helpful and entertaining in some way.
Personally I love watching inspirational movies about legendary athletes such as Usain Bolt (there is a documentary available on Apple called BOLT) and from the above list my favourite is definitely Ronnie Coleman the King, and I thoroughly enjoyed Human Nature because of it’s science backed findings.
Happy Watching!
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