From Chaach to Papaya: UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's daily diet at the age of 54

Uttar Paradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath turned 54 on June 5. The dynamic minister and active politican is known for his peculiar fashion taste, administration, and food choices too. According to 2017 report by Hindustan Times, he is a sattvik eater, prefers simple meals that are easy on the gut, and lives a strictly disciplined life. Scroll down to read his daily diet routine. The HT report talks about his daily beakfast, lunch, and dinner choices, which keeps him fit and active always. Take a look.

The report duly mentions he loves chaach. Also known as chaas, this summer drink is known for its cooling and digestive benefits. It is made by blending curd with water and spices such as roasted cumin, black salt, coriander, or mint, and is proven to improve digestion and provide probiotics.

His breakfast also includes papaya. It is a tropical fruit with vibrant orange flesh, and impressive nutritional value. It is rich in vitamin C, vitamin A, fiber, and antioxidants that support immunity and overall health. It contains an enzyme called papain, which aids digestion and may help reduce bloating.

He also prefers grams for breakfast. Boiled grams often includes soaked chickpeas, green gram and black chana, which are rich in fiber, protein, iron, and essential minerals that support overall health.

Another regular part of his breakfast is daliya. It refers to broken wheat, which is rich in dietary fiber, complex carbohydrates, and essential nutrients, and provides sustained energy and keeps you full for longer.

His daily lunch includes chapati. It is a popular Indian staple flatbread and is made from whole wheat flour, water, and is a rich source of complex carbohydrates, dietary fiber, and essential nutrients such as iron, magnesium, and B vitamins. It can also be made with multi-grain flour or one can use gluten-free flours like almond and millet flours for the same.

He often pairs boiled veggies with roti for lucnch. These are nutritious addition to a healthy diet, providing essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants with minimal added fat. The most common vegetables are carrots, beans, peas, broccoli, and potatoes.

Dal and greens are a part of his daily dinner meals. Dal is a nutritious staple and is made from lentils peas, or pulses that are rich in plant-based protein, dietary fiber, and essential nutrients. And green vegetables are a rich in source of iron and other essential nutrients.

According to the article, on some days he skips dinner and takes an apple, which is rich in dietary fiber, particularly pectin, which supports digestive health and helps promote a feeling of fullness. Apple is rich in soluble fibre and antioxidants that may help lower cholesterol levels and support cardiovascular health by reducing inflammation and improving blood vessel function.