Zara Tindall eats one food that is proven to keep your cholesterol down

Daily Mirror

04-05-2025

Zara Tindall, the daughter of Princess Anne, has been competing in equestrian events for more than two decades and has previously opened up on the diet she follows to stay in shape
Former equestrian star Zara Tindall has shared her secret to maintaining an Olympic standard in her day-to-day life. And she revealed her breakfast often includes one particular food known for its cholesterol-lowering benefits.
The accomplished daughter of Princess Anne has competed in eventing since she left the University of Exeter. And her sporting career bore great fruit after she won a silver medal at the London 2012 Olympics as part of the equestrian team aboard High Kingdom.
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Since being catapulted into the limelight, beloved royal Tindall (formerly Phillips) tied the knot with ex- England rugby star Mike Tindall in 2011. Although she hasn't returned to the Olympic stage since her 2012 success, the 43-year-old continues to compete at an elite level and once attributed her peak physical condition to a disciplined diet.
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"For breakfast, I'll eat something like Greek yoghurt with honey, a piece of fruit, or toast," she told The Sunday Times Magazine (via Surrey Live) in 2015. "Lunch is quick and simple, like soup and a sandwich or eggs and toast. I don't diet, but I try to eat well and not to eat too many carbohydrates or sugary things."
Echoing the advice of the British Heart Foundation, Tindall's choice of Greek yoghurt over regular yoghurt or milk is a sensible one given its higher protein content. Not only that, but the former also has a lower sugar content, and the thicker consistency means many people find it more filling, which helps stave off food cravings.
Greek yoghurt is not only a fantastic source of protein and calcium, but studies also indicate the nutrient blend in such dairy products may help slash the risk of heart and circulatory diseases. Opting for a low-fat Greek yoghurt is a smart move as it's believed to keep cholesterol level down due to its reduced saturated fat content compared to its full-fat counterpart.
Her favoured lunchtime choice of eggs and toast provides a very rounded balance of protein, carbohydrates and healthy fats. The majority of fat content in eggs is located in the yolk, which also gives a good dose of omega-3 fatty acids.
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When it comes to steering clear of sugary treats, the NHS advises cutting down on foods and drinks packed with free sugars. That means avoiding items like fizzy drinks, cakes, sweets, and biscuits will help maintain a healthier, more balanced diet.
On top of eating right, Zara believes her fitness routine help keep her in top form for riding. It was announced in December 2023 that she was going 'part-time' in equestrian so that she could focus on being more present for her three children.
Post-pregnancy, however, she confessed how tough it was to bounce back into shape after welcoming her first child, Mia. Body image and mental health issues post-partum are common, but Tindall lifted the lid on what helped her regain her self-confidence.
"It is hard getting your body back when you've been riding for 25 years," she said during an appearance on hubby Mike's YouTube series, 'Mike Drop'. "Then your body is just completely not doing that, and your muscles are doing nothing.
"But it's just completely different, trying to get your body back to where it was quite. . .I found hard work. I found it hard getting myself back to it. Mentally, you feel guilty as a mother leaving your child to go and do something else."