Looking for some practical advice on healthy eating? Healthista spoke to three Instagram stars about their daily diets and favorite recipes. Let’s see what they had to say.
First up is Hannah Barrett, also known as Yoga Girl London. She’s a busy mother of two who turned to yoga after a stressful job and the challenging birth of her daughter. Yoga changed her life, and now she aims to share its benefits with others. Curious about her diet? Here’s a typical day for Hannah:
– 7:30am, Breakfast: Buckwheat pancakes
– 12pm, Lunch: Poached eggs with boiled sweet potato
– 3pm, Snack: An apple or pear
– 7pm, Dinner: Veggie stir fry with cashew nuts
– 8:30pm, Snack: Dark chocolate
Hannah emphasizes quick and simple cooking with fresh, unprocessed ingredients. She loves eggs for their protein, which helps with muscle recovery and keeps her full. Her go-to lunch includes poached eggs and boiled sweet potato, while dinner is often a mixed veggie stir fry.
She believes in not restricting foods but eating mindfully. If she craves something sugary, she’ll have a small amount rather than denying herself completely. Her favorite snacks include a green smoothie made from cucumber, kale, spinach, and celery, sometimes sweetened with an apple.
Hannah advises focusing on how food makes you feel — she avoids gluten and dairy as they cause bloating and IBS for her.
Next, we have Laura Hoggins, better known as @laurabiceps. She’s a personal trainer and head coach at The Foundry Gym in London. Laura focuses on a diet that supports her high-energy lifestyle, which includes multiple daily training sessions. Here’s what she eats:
– 5am, Breakfast: Oats with nut butter and banana
– 10am, Snack: Rice cakes with nut butter or chocolate-covered rice cakes
– 1pm, Lunch: Sweet potato and feta frittata
– 3pm, Snack: A banana
– 7pm, Dinner: Poached or grilled cod with vegetables and new potatoes
– 9pm, Snack: Carrot sticks and hummus
Laura prepares her meals in advance to ensure she’s eating enough to maintain her energy. She loves eggs for their versatility and protein content. Her lunch often features a nutrient-packed frittata, which she prepares in batches. She stresses the importance of not viewing foods as “good” or “bad” and practicing moderation instead of restrictive dieting.
Finally, we have Rowan Cheshire, a British freestyle skier and personal trainer. Rowan’s diet is designed to fuel her athletic lifestyle and university studies. Here’s her daily menu:
– 7:30am, Breakfast: Omelette with poached salmon
– 10am, Snack: A piece of fruit
– 12pm, Lunch: Chicken breast with vegetables and rice
– 3pm, Snack: Tea with biscuits
– 7pm, Dinner: Veggie stir fry with quinoa
Rowan emphasizes the importance of breakfast, usually opting for a high-protein meal like an omelette with salmon. She adjusts her meals based on her daily exercise and activity levels, ensuring she gets all necessary macronutrients. For snacks, she prefers fruit, especially bananas for a quick energy boost.
Rowan also advises against restrictive diets and encourages enjoying all food groups in moderation. She avoids overly restricting carbs and fats and stresses the importance of portion control.
All three of these Instagram stars focus on balanced diets that suit their lifestyles, with an emphasis on moderation and listening to their bodies. Whether it’s Hannah’s mindful eating, Laura’s meal prepping, or Rowan’s performance-based diet, there are plenty of practical tips to incorporate into your own routine.
