Kareena Kapoor has followed a surprisingly consistent diet for nearly two decades, as revealed by her long-time dietician Rujuta Diwekar.
The Secret to Her Staying Power
Kareena Kapoor Khan has kept fans guessing about her fitness routine for almost 20 years. From her famous ‘size zero’ look in 2008’s Tashan to embracing motherhood twice, she’s always maintained a healthy lifestyle.
Now, her trusted dietician, Rujuta Diwekar, has shared that Kareena’s diet has remained largely unchanged for an impressive 18 years. Diwekar started working with Kareena for her Tashan prep and even credits the actor for inspiring her first book, “Don’t Lose Your Mind, Lose Your Weight.”
A Peek into Her Daily Meals
Diwekar recently detailed the simplicity of Kareena’s daily eating plan. It starts with dry fruits like almonds, raisins, or figs first thing in the morning.
Breakfast typically includes a wholesome paratha or poha. For lunch, it’s often dal and rice, especially when she’s on set due to its accessibility. At home, she might opt for roti-sabzi.
Evening snacks are light, sometimes a cheese toast or seasonal mango/mango milkshake. Dinner is consistently khichdi with ghee or pulao.
The Power of Repetition and Routine
Kareena herself confirmed her love for routine at Diwekar’s new book launch, “Mitahara: Food Wisdom From My Indian Kitchen.” She revealed she eats khichdi with ghee four to five times a week for dinner.
“My cook is exhausted because I make him make the same food for 10-15 days,” Kareena quipped, emphasizing her commitment to dahi-rice and dal-rice. She finds joy and satisfaction in these simple meals.
Beyond food, Kareena adheres to a strict evening routine: dinner by 6:30 pm and lights out by 9:30 pm. She also prefers morning workouts before the world stirs.
Beyond Quinoa and Air: Embracing Real Food
Kareena finds it amusing that people believe she survives on “quinoa and air.” She told Vicky Kaushal she has always loved parathas, even during her intensive ‘size zero’ training for Tashan.
Though she gained 45 kg after her second son, Jeh, was born in 2021, Kareena focused on self-acceptance. She prioritized feeling comfortable in her own skin over crash diets.
Her friends respect her early bedtime, understanding her dedication to her lifestyle. She often winds down by watching Schitt’s Creek on low volume.
- Consistency is key: Kareena has followed a similar diet for 18 years.
- Simple, traditional Indian meals are her staple.
- Early dinner and a disciplined sleep schedule are crucial components of her routine.
- She prioritizes feeling comfortable and healthy over fleeting trends.
Kareena Kapoor’s enduring approach to diet and lifestyle proves that sustainable habits, rather than fads, truly lead to long-term well-being.
