Rubina Dilaik opens up about her life and food choices, says she is not a 2 am meal person: ‘The body is created in the kitchen'
Rubina Dilaik is enjoying a blissful life with her twins and her husband, Abhinav Shukla. The actor recently opened up about her life and food choices, adding that her all-time go-to breakfast is Pahadi food, which has lots of ghee. 'I can eat Pahadi food forever,' said Dilaik, adding that she loves to indulge in street foods like pani puri or samosa every 1.5 months.
But does she enjoy 2 am meals? 'I am an early person, so no 2 am meals. Eat the right food at the right time. That's very important. The body is created in the kitchen. 80 per cent of the kitchen and 20 per cent in the gym,' she told India Forums.
Taking a cue from her revelation, let's understand if the body is really made in the kitchen.
She enjoys eating a balanced diet (/Thinkstock)
Generally, it is best to avoid late-night meals as it can 'alter our circadian rhythms, which can reduce insulin sensitivity and increase the risk of type 2 diabetes over time,' said Kanikka Malhotra, consultant dietician and certified diabetes educator.
Eating late at night can also lead to poor sleep, which can ultimately affect mental health. 'The body's metabolism slows down during the night and cannot efficiently burn as many calories, leading to weight gain. Additionally, eating late at night can lead to digestion issues, increased acid secretion, etc,' shared Malhotra.
According to Malhotra, the phrase, 'the kitchen is where your body is made' acknowledges the critical importance of nutrition to overall health and body composition. 'The foods we consume exert a powerful influence on our metabolism, gene expression, and hormones, which all impact our ability to manage our weight and prevent chronic disease. Nutrition is a central component of good health,' said Malhotra.
However, we must remember genetics, physical activity, stress, and sleep all play key roles in an individual's overall health. So, while nutritious food choices are a priority, the concept of health includes other factors beyond diet too.
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