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When you are the King life can be pretty busy – so busy in fact that there’s no time for lunch.<\/p>\n
King Charles is known for some unusual food choices, some of which appear to be down to a clear focus on wanting to get as much done as he possibly can.<\/p>\n
And perhaps some of his other choices might come down to be a bit of a fusspot. Or, at least, particular about what he likes.<\/p>\n
Even if that leaves some of his relatives handing out warnings to avoid his food favourites.<\/p>\n
Royal biographer Tina Brown confirmed in her book, The Palace Papers, that Prince William once warned guests at a breakfast buffet to stay away from his father’s linseed breakfast at Highgrove House.<\/p>\n
The young Prince of Wales reportedly told guest Stephen Fry that King Charles’s breakfast choice of linseed was like \u201cbird food\u201d.<\/p>\n
Ms Brown wrote: “At breakfast at Highgrove, Fry was inspecting a buffet when he lifted a tureen that offered Charles’s preferred heap of Linseed.<\/p>\n
\u201cPrince William said ‘Oh no, don’t go near the bird table, Stephen, that’s only for Pa.'”<\/p>\n
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Leading nutritionist Signe Svanfeldt at\u00a0Lifesum, the healthy eating app, has shared the benefits of King Charles’s diet.<\/p>\n
Ms Svanfeldt acknowledged the benefits Charles is receiving from linseed: \u201cLinseed can aid digestion and is high in protein, fibre and essential fatty acids (omega-3).<\/p>\n
“For breakfast, King Charles is known to enjoy homemade bread, fresh fruit and fruit juices – which have many nutritional benefits.<\/p>\n
\u201cHome-made bread typically contains more nutrient-rich flours such as rye and spelt plus fibre- and protein-rich seeds, including psyllium or linseed. Fresh fruit and fruit juices will help to boost the King\u2019s vitamin, mineral and fibre intake.”<\/p>\n
Don’t miss… <\/strong> We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info<\/p>\n Over the years, it has been reported that King Charles does not eat lunch. His former press secretary, Julian Payne, has confirmed as such.<\/p>\n He told The Mirror: “The King doesn\u2019t eat lunch; so, an early lesson I learnt when out on the road with him was to have a big breakfast or bring a few snack bars with you to keep you going.<\/p>\n \u201cThe working day is pretty relentless. Beginning with the radio news headlines and a breakfast of seasonal fruit salad and seeds with tea.\u201d<\/p>\n Ms Svanfeldt explained to Express.co.uk whether or not this is a healthy option for the King.<\/p>\n She claimed: \u201cThe only \u2018right way\u2019 is what suits your lifestyle needs, which is what King Charles does and it works for him. Some prefer to eat many smaller meals, while others prefer to have fewer larger ones.”<\/p>\n King Charles admitted in a BBC interview in 2021 that he has a routine when it comes to eating meat and fish.<\/p>\n The King said: \u201cFor years I haven\u2019t eaten meat and fish on two days a week and I don\u2019t eat dairy products on one day a week.”<\/p>\n “This is a good strategy,\u201d Ms Svanfeldt opined. \u201cKing Charles\u2019s love for plant-based food increases his dietary fibre, decreases saturated fats and reduces his carbon footprint.<\/p>\n “Reducing your intake of animal-based products instead of cutting them out completely is a sustainable strategy since you don\u2019t have to restrict yourself from things you love – and can enjoy them in moderation.<\/p>\n \u201cChanging your diet to reduce your carbon footprint is easier than you think. Start by cutting down on meat and eating more root vegetables, beans, lentils and whole grains.\u201d<\/p>\n Ms Svanfeldt offered some recommendations to ensure that King Charles has enough energy to perform his royal duties.<\/p>\n She suggested: \u201cKing Charles should ensure that his diet remains balanced and is coupled with regular exercise. Nutritious foods to consider include legumes, whole grains and root vegetables – as well as keeping hydrated by drinking enough water throughout the day.\u201d<\/p>\n
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