An American here, I would venture to say that American authorities don't suggest reducing meat or dairy consumption, but rather focus on the individual components (sat fat, etc.) because of the strong influence that meat and dairy industry has via donations and lobbyists. Great video!
I'm living in Australia. We are very Americanized here, but I actually come from a French family background. I really enjoy watching your videos. Learning about French diet and lifestyle helps me to adjust my own diet and lifestyle and feel more in touch with my culture.
I don't think we're Americanised, or North Americanised to be specific, as South and Central Americans have different diets again. Our portions are much smaller than Nth America and we don't have high fruit corn syrup in everything. I actually have never seen or eaten the food from there in Aus. I recently ate something called Chicken and Waffles in Colombia made by a US Citizen, and it was very foreign, I never thought a meal like that would exist.
Great video! I’m an American who has lived in a few different regions of the country (Midwest, South and now NYC area). I’ve also lived in the UK and spent a few summers in Europe. In addition to the quality of food being far superior in Europe, I will say that the sedentary lifestyle in the States is hard to overcome. A lot of people drive everywhere and many of us have desk jobs that involve 9-10+ hours a day at a computer. I was so happy to move to the NYC area and have the ability to walk everywhere like when I was in Europe.
I think much of it is countryside vs big cities. I grew up in a rural area in Europe and have since lived in many large cities world wide, where public transport/walking is the norm. I’ve found that people in the countryside in Europe have more similar lifestyles to people in the US, are also exposed to less food variety, drive everywhere, move little and countryside restaurants tend to be fast food or traditional “stick to your ribs” fatty, meat heavy meals. Italy, France and Japan might be the only exceptions in the developed world.
Even if you tried walking here in the US, the roads are not pedestrian friendly at all. Not to mention, I have heard of people getting stopped by cops for the suspicious activity of walking. Only in the US is walking considered suspicious activity.
I'm an American and for whatever reason I have a hard time of wrapping my head around the idea that I can get the right amount of protein with just plants and not adding meat to most meals. Could you please do a video on that or help me find a video that you have already done addressing this issue? Also you are such a gift. I have been watching a short time and have already felt so much better and approached food and lifestyle changes so much healthier than I ever have before. Thank you!!!
Very interesting video! I am German and have lived in Germany all my life. Here I often see people who are not slim ... My family actually eats very healthy and we often cook with fresh ingredients (from our garden). But sometimes supermarkets and advertisements lead to unhealthy eating habits. I am also a bit chubby because unfortunately I am a couch potato and I also eat large portions. I want to lose some weight, which is why I definitely have to change something and get out of my comfort zone. Your videos help me with this. Thank you very much!
I'm an American, but I grew up with a French grandmother whose parents are from France 🇫🇷 😉. My mom is also of French ancestry. I also traveled to France 9 years ago. In Grenoble, France. Growing up, we were not allowed soda ( if we want carbonated water, it would be mineral water or seltzer water) and we were taught to eat in smaller proportions, but with high quality. If we wanted a sweet treat, it would be reserved for the weekends. For the most part I eat a fruit for dessert and right now I'm trying to get my alcohol intake under control as I learned while being in France.
Not surprising about protein and dairy- they’re written by US Ag so they’re part health mixed with propaganda… and ag is: animal foods, corn, and soy mostly.
I’m shocked at the average daily calorie intake for BOTH countries 😲. But I’m small and 5’3”, and that is AT LEAST 1000 calories more than I eat in a day
Same. I'm British and have a European diet similar, if not thd same, to the Mediterranean diet. I don't know hoe many calories a day I eat but decided to tot it up for today aftercwatching this video - it's 1465 - or there abouts. In my house we don't eat in-between meals and I don't eat anything after dinner (which I est before 7pm because I get acid reflux.) I drink a tonne of water, but I do like my coffee and am partial to a drink of Malbec or rum.
Love this video, Lucie! Stepping closer each day into intuitive eating. I had a super delicious birthday dinner last night and it felt good to go in without restrictions beyond my food allergies! :) Kale salad, lobster, fries, and sorbet--and rose!
As an American I'd like to hear your opinion on French attitudes towards obese people compared to American attitudes. Based on my understanding it seems like Americans are more tolerant of people who are obese and I was wondering if you think that's true. I also think the climate in the USA tends to be more extreme compared to France, so another reason we walk less.
I think america is getting better with our portion sizes. I was in Paris in August, and went to pret for lunch since I was by the louvre and had vegan options. The salad I got there was almost the same size as a salad you would get in the US, yet difference was the price. My small salad cost €10, whereas in the US, if I went to Panera, I'd get a slightly larger salad for $10. Americans focus more on quantity vs price. We like bigger portions to cost less. Food in France (and Europe in general) is healthier than american food. Even your prepackaged and processed foods (yogurt, bread, cookies) were made with better quality ingredients than in the US. Fruits and veggies were brighter and tasted better. They were also far more affordable.
Hiya Lucie, hope you're better! I hope you had a brilliant weekend too! Any chance you could do a video about nutrition for kids? The nutrients they need, what they like to eat - All those things! I personally haven't any kids of my own (I'd like to in a few years though, need to find a lady first though haha) I have quite a few close friends and relatives that have had children recently though, and I'd like to know more about nutrition for kids to tell their parents and as a way for me to know beforehand too (I asked a French friend who has a boy who's two months old if he can talk yet - That's how little I know, I was kind of embarrassed) It's my mission to know all about children now, and I feel nutrition definitely is a nice way to begin - Apologies for the length of the message, I think I need to work on the way I write too haha - Crikey, I feel old, like I need to change a lot of things about myself now that I'm 27
wholegrains and other carbs never kept me satiated and always overate, eating high protein/high fiber foods now and I'm way more satiated and losing weight, couldn't do it with oats and nuts 🤷
Even though I eat oats and nuts regularly, I agree that being exclusively plant-based doesn't work for me. I tend to consume more calories because I'm hungry more often than when I add some meat/fish to at least my evening meal. Without it, I tend to snack before bed.
New Sub here! I am enjoying your content so much... I have been slim most of my life but now at 52 ( next month) the menopausal symptoms are kicking in and I have gained so much weight and its impossible to lose....I keep a pretty simple diet no junk no sugars low carbs no meat light poultry (for now) I like to exercise & yoga but nothing seems to help.... I feel like I just need to accept this is part of the process for now ( i hope it ends asap) Anything information I might be overlooking? THANK YOU SO MUCH 💜
American here and America is about profits and keeping our economy going so they really do the bare minimum on telling us about healthy options and definitely more sustainable options because that would hurt their profits. If they reduced meat and milk production they would be losing out on profits so regardless on how it is for the environment and for our health it probably will never change (most Americans are just annoyed by this but we find it hard to change because that is what is so widely available for every income range).
It is sad how USA people consider healthy eating as European, instead of just healthy. What type of desserts do French meals have? What type of yogurt or fruit? How much? Do the French mix yogurt and fruit together? How do you add nuts when you struggle with eating nuts?
From my few experiences visiting France, desserts are mostly local, seasonal fruit (an apple for example), stewed fruit, yogurt or some sort of mousse. Yogurt in single portion cups are popular, usually plain and eaten with a tiny sprinkle of sugar. Petit Suisse is a similar typical dessert. Homemade slices of pie or a crêpe are less frequent and on special occasions, at least what I've seen.
The family I stayed with in Germany (I'm an American) considered biscoff spread on white bread dessert. In the US, that is considered breakfast. Yogurt in Europe is similar to American yogurt, especially since dannone is the big supplier over there. Europeans aren't conserned as much about calories in fruit so much as quality of the fruit. Fresh grapes (though more calories) are prefered to imported strawberries with fewer calories. I think in the US it is hard to find healthy food to the level that it exists in Europe. We have to specifically look for local fruits and veggies, read ingredient labels on our prepared foods and compare for the healthiest option. In Europe, it is a given that those foods are healthy. Some yogurt is more like pudding, but it is clearly marked. My fav thing is that in Austria the government taxes foods with too much sugar and/ or salt. This encourages companies to make their food healthier. In the US, people lost their minds when NY tried to institute a soda tax.
@@stargirl33343 Ah, yes, I remember the crazy soda tax debate and anger. I guess, we are addicted to sugar here. Your commentary is extremely helpful. I am trying to eat healthier more similar to Europe because American healthy eating isn't that healthy.
Haha, Lucie m'écoute ! Enfin elle a fait une vidéo que j'ai demandé ! Et c'est marrant parce-que c'était mon anniv Mardi, merci pour le cadeau Lucie ! T'as eu une idée c'était mon anniv quoi haha ! J'ai eu une journée chiante aujourd'hui, il a pleut toute la journée comme d'habitude, ta vidéo a beaucoup amélioré ma journée, merci ! Y a pas un compte aussi bien que le tien! Et t'es hyper jolie dans cette vidéo aussi (t'es toujours hyper jolie, parmi les plus belles parisiennes peut-être, mais particulièrement ici t'es magnifique, y a pas un autre mot de te décrire, t'as l'air un peu comme t'as passé un weekend très agréable dans les Cévennes ou quelquechose comme ça! Et j'ai juste remarque que tes yeux ressemblent l'eau qu'on voit dans les Cévennes ! T'as mange quoi pour avoir l'air que t'as eu une vacance magnifique haha ? Ou peut-être comme les modèles t'as bu plusieurs litres d'eau avant cette vidéo ?) En espérance tu auras un weekend aussi magnifique que toi Lucie ! (Je peux t'appeler 'Mademoiselle Eau' d'ailleurs haha ?)
I'm a tad embarrassed haha, I hadn't yet watched the entire video when I wrote the above comment, a little weird to tell you that you look better than ever when you're ill haha, honestly though Lucie, you look incredibly beautiful here, even more beautiful than you normally do, and it's always a pleasure to hear your voice, it's beautiful even when you're ill! This ain't nutritionist approved at all (you obviously know that) but I find that white chocolate tends to heal all ailments, maybe you could try that, or possibly honey of course, you probably know best though - Hope you recover from whatever this is Lucie !
@@Edukalebylucie Merci Lucie, quand est ton anniv du coup ? Et je peux t'appeler 'Mademoiselle Eau' alors ? Maintenant je dois fasse plein d'attention au mon alimentation et tout ça, je me trouve vieux haha - A l'âge de 27
If I eat 3,700 calories in one day, I would be violently ill. I'm 5 feet tall. I'm little. Keep in mind that you are comparing two vastly different countries. The U.S. is a huge immigrant country. There are people of many ethnic backgrounds who make up the U.S. I feel that this fact is being overlooked.
Having lived in US I can atest to the poor quality, over processed, high in fat, sugar and salt that most American food is. It's no wonder they're an unhealthy nation. In US eating well is considered a luxury. Go into an average US supermarket and see how much crap is there . Most foods would not pass a good inspection in UK or EU nations.
As an American who has lived and traveled extensively overseas, I agree with your assessment. Our food is nowhere near on par with other countries - not all, but enough to be noticeable. The acronym for the standard American diet is SAD, which is ironic and truthful. Unfortunately, it's so hard to break all these awful habits once they're established, and so many Americans equate portion size with quality or level of satisfaction with a meal. I wish I knew the way to fix our relationship with food.
@@laetitiajuley7848 our ingredients are even different quality than European ones. Our produce tastes different, Europe has better water quality than the US, so anything that comes in contact with it tastes better over there.
@@stargirl33343 yeah I know =( I have family in the States and spent a lot of time there*when I travel to the States I try to find an Aldi / trader Joe's.my aunt told me they don't have a good reputation because they don't bag your groceries.but that's how they save money and can offer better groceries for lower prices than other chains.
@@stargirl33343 my best friend emigrated from Germany to the US and made it her task to keep her German fit physique. She says it's hard but manageable.she buys organic clean ingredients, cooks from scratch and goes for (very German) walks. Her income is average.
An American here, I would venture to say that American authorities don't suggest reducing meat or dairy consumption, but rather focus on the individual components (sat fat, etc.) because of the strong influence that meat and dairy industry has via donations and lobbyists. Great video!
I'm living in Australia. We are very Americanized here, but I actually come from a French family background. I really enjoy watching your videos. Learning about French diet and lifestyle helps me to adjust my own diet and lifestyle and feel more in touch with my culture.
That's so cool, thank you!
I don't think we're Americanised, or North Americanised to be specific, as South and Central Americans have different diets again. Our portions are much smaller than Nth America and we don't have high fruit corn syrup in everything. I actually have never seen or eaten the food from there in Aus. I recently ate something called Chicken and Waffles in Colombia made by a US Citizen, and it was very foreign, I never thought a meal like that would exist.
Great video! I’m an American who has lived in a few different regions of the country (Midwest, South and now NYC area). I’ve also lived in the UK and spent a few summers in Europe. In addition to the quality of food being far superior in Europe, I will say that the sedentary lifestyle in the States is hard to overcome. A lot of people drive everywhere and many of us have desk jobs that involve 9-10+ hours a day at a computer. I was so happy to move to the NYC area and have the ability to walk everywhere like when I was in Europe.
I think much of it is countryside vs big cities. I grew up in a rural area in Europe and have since lived in many large cities world wide, where public transport/walking is the norm. I’ve found that people in the countryside in Europe have more similar lifestyles to people in the US, are also exposed to less food variety, drive everywhere, move little and countryside restaurants tend to be fast food or traditional “stick to your ribs” fatty, meat heavy meals. Italy, France and Japan might be the only exceptions in the developed world.
Even if you tried walking here in the US, the roads are not pedestrian friendly at all. Not to mention, I have heard of people getting stopped by cops for the suspicious activity of walking. Only in the US is walking considered suspicious activity.
I'm an American and for whatever reason I have a hard time of wrapping my head around the idea that I can get the right amount of protein with just plants and not adding meat to most meals. Could you please do a video on that or help me find a video that you have already done addressing this issue?
Also you are such a gift. I have been watching a short time and have already felt so much better and approached food and lifestyle changes so much healthier than I ever have before. Thank you!!!
Very interesting video! I am German and have lived in Germany all my life. Here I often see people who are not slim ... My family actually eats very healthy and we often cook with fresh ingredients (from our garden). But sometimes supermarkets and advertisements lead to unhealthy eating habits. I am also a bit chubby because unfortunately I am a couch potato and I also eat large portions. I want to lose some weight, which is why I definitely have to change something and get out of my comfort zone. Your videos help me with this. Thank you very much!
Cooking with produce from your garden is awesome! I'm so glad my videos can help, thank you!
I'm an American, but I grew up with a French grandmother whose parents are from France 🇫🇷 😉. My mom is also of French ancestry. I also traveled to France 9 years ago. In Grenoble, France. Growing up, we were not allowed soda ( if we want carbonated water, it would be mineral water or seltzer water) and we were taught to eat in smaller proportions, but with high quality. If we wanted a sweet treat, it would be reserved for the weekends. For the most part I eat a fruit for dessert and right now I'm trying to get my alcohol intake under control as I learned while being in France.
Not surprising about protein and dairy- they’re written by US Ag so they’re part health mixed with propaganda… and ag is: animal foods, corn, and soy mostly.
The dairy propaganda is very true in France as well...thankfully things are starting to change!
I’m shocked at the average daily calorie intake for BOTH countries 😲. But I’m small and 5’3”, and that is AT LEAST 1000 calories more than I eat in a day
Same. I'm British and have a European diet similar, if not thd same, to the Mediterranean diet. I don't know hoe many calories a day I eat but decided to tot it up for today aftercwatching this video - it's 1465 - or there abouts. In my house we don't eat in-between meals and I don't eat anything after dinner (which I est before 7pm because I get acid reflux.) I drink a tonne of water, but I do like my coffee and am partial to a drink of Malbec or rum.
I loooove your content on French diet, beauty, mindset and lifestyle! Keep it coming girl! Bon travail 😘
Thank you so much!!😍
Love this video, Lucie! Stepping closer each day into intuitive eating. I had a super delicious birthday dinner last night and it felt good to go in without restrictions beyond my food allergies! :) Kale salad, lobster, fries, and sorbet--and rose!
As an American I'd like to hear your opinion on French attitudes towards obese people compared to American attitudes. Based on my understanding it seems like Americans are more tolerant of people who are obese and I was wondering if you think that's true. I also think the climate in the USA tends to be more extreme compared to France, so another reason we walk less.
I think america is getting better with our portion sizes. I was in Paris in August, and went to pret for lunch since I was by the louvre and had vegan options. The salad I got there was almost the same size as a salad you would get in the US, yet difference was the price. My small salad cost €10, whereas in the US, if I went to Panera, I'd get a slightly larger salad for $10. Americans focus more on quantity vs price. We like bigger portions to cost less.
Food in France (and Europe in general) is healthier than american food. Even your prepackaged and processed foods (yogurt, bread, cookies) were made with better quality ingredients than in the US. Fruits and veggies were brighter and tasted better. They were also far more affordable.
Best UA-cam account around!
Aww thank you so much!
@@Edukalebylucie Je t'en prie Lucie, merci pour les vidéos magnifiques !
Hiya Lucie, hope you're better! I hope you had a brilliant weekend too! Any chance you could do a video about nutrition for kids? The nutrients they need, what they like to eat - All those things! I personally haven't any kids of my own (I'd like to in a few years though, need to find a lady first though haha) I have quite a few close friends and relatives that have had children recently though, and I'd like to know more about nutrition for kids to tell their parents and as a way for me to know beforehand too (I asked a French friend who has a boy who's two months old if he can talk yet - That's how little I know, I was kind of embarrassed) It's my mission to know all about children now, and I feel nutrition definitely is a nice way to begin - Apologies for the length of the message, I think I need to work on the way I write too haha - Crikey, I feel old, like I need to change a lot of things about myself now that I'm 27
I love your videos Lucie,I learned alot from you.Love from the Phillippines
So glad, thank you!!💜
wholegrains and other carbs never kept me satiated and always overate, eating high protein/high fiber foods now and I'm way more satiated and losing weight, couldn't do it with oats and nuts 🤷
Thanks for sharing, everyone is different!!
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@@gunga8389 dugas
@@doraafelfedezoofisol i am behind you
Even though I eat oats and nuts regularly, I agree that being exclusively plant-based doesn't work for me. I tend to consume more calories because I'm hungry more often than when I add some meat/fish to at least my evening meal. Without it, I tend to snack before bed.
New Sub here! I am enjoying your content so much... I have been slim most of my life but now at 52 ( next month) the menopausal symptoms are kicking in and I have gained so much weight and its impossible to lose....I keep a pretty simple diet no junk no sugars low carbs no meat light poultry (for now) I like to exercise & yoga but nothing seems to help.... I feel like I just need to accept this is part of the process for now ( i hope it ends asap) Anything information I might be overlooking? THANK YOU SO MUCH 💜
American here and America is about profits and keeping our economy going so they really do the bare minimum on telling us about healthy options and definitely more sustainable options because that would hurt their profits. If they reduced meat and milk production they would be losing out on profits so regardless on how it is for the environment and for our health it probably will never change (most Americans are just annoyed by this but we find it hard to change because that is what is so widely available for every income range).
Hi Lucy, I'm Wondering if your feeling better? You said you were sick. I hope everything is good.😇
It is sad how USA people consider healthy eating as European, instead of just healthy. What type of desserts do French meals have? What type of yogurt or fruit? How much? Do the French mix yogurt and fruit together? How do you add nuts when you struggle with eating nuts?
From my few experiences visiting France, desserts are mostly local, seasonal fruit (an apple for example), stewed fruit, yogurt or some sort of mousse. Yogurt in single portion cups are popular, usually plain and eaten with a tiny sprinkle of sugar. Petit Suisse is a similar typical dessert. Homemade slices of pie or a crêpe are less frequent and on special occasions, at least what I've seen.
@@cnsl6140 That makes sense. Thanks.
I lived in US and the quality of food the average person eats there is shockingly poor. Oliver Twist ate better than many Americans do.
The family I stayed with in Germany (I'm an American) considered biscoff spread on white bread dessert. In the US, that is considered breakfast. Yogurt in Europe is similar to American yogurt, especially since dannone is the big supplier over there. Europeans aren't conserned as much about calories in fruit so much as quality of the fruit. Fresh grapes (though more calories) are prefered to imported strawberries with fewer calories. I think in the US it is hard to find healthy food to the level that it exists in Europe. We have to specifically look for local fruits and veggies, read ingredient labels on our prepared foods and compare for the healthiest option. In Europe, it is a given that those foods are healthy. Some yogurt is more like pudding, but it is clearly marked. My fav thing is that in Austria the government taxes foods with too much sugar and/ or salt. This encourages companies to make their food healthier. In the US, people lost their minds when NY tried to institute a soda tax.
@@stargirl33343 Ah, yes, I remember the crazy soda tax debate and anger. I guess, we are addicted to sugar here. Your commentary is extremely helpful. I am trying to eat healthier more similar to Europe because American healthy eating isn't that healthy.
I learned "ludique" as "light-hearted" is that right?
I hope your feeling better.😊💐
Just wondering why everything has to be compared to the US? Why not Canada or England for instance? Not being snarky just a curious question.
Yes I live in UK and people here also love junk and ready meals. Perhaps portions are not as massive as in the USA but still not overall healthy
She has stated in other videos most of her viewers are American. :)
Haha, Lucie m'écoute ! Enfin elle a fait une vidéo que j'ai demandé ! Et c'est marrant parce-que c'était mon anniv Mardi, merci pour le cadeau Lucie ! T'as eu une idée c'était mon anniv quoi haha ! J'ai eu une journée chiante aujourd'hui, il a pleut toute la journée comme d'habitude, ta vidéo a beaucoup amélioré ma journée, merci ! Y a pas un compte aussi bien que le tien! Et t'es hyper jolie dans cette vidéo aussi (t'es toujours hyper jolie, parmi les plus belles parisiennes peut-être, mais particulièrement ici t'es magnifique, y a pas un autre mot de te décrire, t'as l'air un peu comme t'as passé un weekend très agréable dans les Cévennes ou quelquechose comme ça! Et j'ai juste remarque que tes yeux ressemblent l'eau qu'on voit dans les Cévennes ! T'as mange quoi pour avoir l'air que t'as eu une vacance magnifique haha ? Ou peut-être comme les modèles t'as bu plusieurs litres d'eau avant cette vidéo ?) En espérance tu auras un weekend aussi magnifique que toi Lucie ! (Je peux t'appeler 'Mademoiselle Eau' d'ailleurs haha ?)
I'm a tad embarrassed haha, I hadn't yet watched the entire video when I wrote the above comment, a little weird to tell you that you look better than ever when you're ill haha, honestly though Lucie, you look incredibly beautiful here, even more beautiful than you normally do, and it's always a pleasure to hear your voice, it's beautiful even when you're ill! This ain't nutritionist approved at all (you obviously know that) but I find that white chocolate tends to heal all ailments, maybe you could try that, or possibly honey of course, you probably know best though - Hope you recover from whatever this is Lucie !
Oui j'essaye au maximum d'écouter les suggestions, merci à toi et pour tes gentils commentaires aussi! Et bon anniversaire en retard! 😊
@@Edukalebylucie Merci Lucie, quand est ton anniv du coup ? Et je peux t'appeler 'Mademoiselle Eau' alors ? Maintenant je dois fasse plein d'attention au mon alimentation et tout ça, je me trouve vieux haha - A l'âge de 27
If I eat 3,700 calories in one day, I would be violently ill. I'm 5 feet tall. I'm little.
Keep in mind that you are comparing two vastly different countries. The U.S. is a huge immigrant country. There are people of many ethnic backgrounds who make up the U.S. I feel that this fact is being overlooked.
Having lived in US I can atest to the poor quality, over processed, high in fat, sugar and salt that most American food is. It's no wonder they're an unhealthy nation. In US eating well is considered a luxury. Go into an average US supermarket and see how much crap is there . Most foods would not pass a good inspection in UK or EU nations.
As an American who has lived and traveled extensively overseas, I agree with your assessment. Our food is nowhere near on par with other countries - not all, but enough to be noticeable. The acronym for the standard American diet is SAD, which is ironic and truthful. Unfortunately, it's so hard to break all these awful habits once they're established, and so many Americans equate portion size with quality or level of satisfaction with a meal. I wish I knew the way to fix our relationship with food.
@@01happykat maybe just making it a habit to cook and bake from scratch with fresh clean ingredients?
@@laetitiajuley7848 our ingredients are even different quality than European ones. Our produce tastes different, Europe has better water quality than the US, so anything that comes in contact with it tastes better over there.
@@stargirl33343 yeah I know =( I have family in the States and spent a lot of time there*when I travel to the States I try to find an Aldi / trader Joe's.my aunt told me they don't have a good reputation because they don't bag your groceries.but that's how they save money and can offer better groceries for lower prices than other chains.
@@stargirl33343 my best friend emigrated from Germany to the US and made it her task to keep her German fit physique. She says it's hard but manageable.she buys organic clean ingredients, cooks from scratch and goes for (very German) walks. Her income is average.
1:13 did you mean states ? XD
No, she meant countries.
I meant the countries in North and South America!
Ludique : playful
Not exactly the meaning I was looking for here but yes!