Samantha Ruth Prabhu, widely recognized for her roles in 'Arya' and 'Yashoda,' has always been a fitness and clean eating enthusiast. In a podcast interview with nutritionist Rashi Chowdhary, she revealed her daily protein intake and how her approach to food has evolved, particularly after her health diagnosis.
Daily Protein Intake
Speaking with Rashi Chowdhary, Samantha shared a surprising fact: "I take 100 grams of protein and I am 50 kg." This reflects her deliberate approach to meals, a shift rooted in her health journey.
Myositis Diagnosis Changed Everything
Samantha's relationship with food was not always disciplined. In a conversation with celebrity nutrition coach Ryan Fernando, she admitted that as a teenager, she ate whatever she wanted without concern for weight gain. Everything changed after her myositis diagnosis—a rare autoimmune condition where the immune system attacks muscles. This diagnosis transformed her attitude toward food, making it central to healing.
Anti-Inflammatory Diet for Healing
Post-diagnosis, Samantha adopted an anti-inflammatory diet focused on fueling her body, not following popular trends. She emphasizes this transition as personal, aiming for maintenance rather than a specific body image.
Kitchen Staples and Surprising No-Gos
Samantha includes cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, and Brussels sprouts, along with healthy fats such as cold-pressed oils and ghee. Her diet features anti-inflammatory ingredients like turmeric, celery, and acai berries. Interestingly, she has cut out gluten completely and revealed that some superfoods like spinach and kale do not suit her body.
Strength Training and Movement for Recovery
According to Ryan Fernando's Health Shotzz podcast, Samantha trains four to five times a week, guided by how her body feels. Her routine includes strength training, breathing exercises, yoga, and functional movement to rebuild muscle and stability post-diagnosis. She practices yoga, weight lifting, Pilates, and cardio, with yoga strengthening her core and balance.
