Marcus Wareing, the multi-Michelin-starred chef and MasterChef: The Professionals judge, has revealed that he 'hit a wall' at the age of 40 after decades of punishing 16-hour days. Speaking at a wellness event for Seven Seas Omega-3, Wareing said he was left physically and mentally exhausted, prompting him to overhaul his approach to health.
“I’d been working flat-out for years. Since the age of 11 when I started working part-time in the kitchen after school, and when I moved to London, working in the best kitchens where the hours are punishing. I loved it. At 40, I hit a wall - physically, mentally, I was exhausted,” he said. “I was tired, angry and aggressive, especially at work.”
Doctors advised Wareing to cut down on pressure and long hours, but he admitted he was not ready to slow down. Instead, he turned to lifestyle changes including regular gym sessions and taking omega-3 supplements. “I love what I do, but I can only do it by making sure my system is topped up. I take Seven Seas Omega-3 capsules so I can keep doing the things that I love. It gives me what I need,” he said.
Wareing’s comments come as new research from Seven Seas suggests a widespread 'omega-3 gap' in the UK, with over 45 million Brits unaware of the link between omega-3 and healthy ageing, and more than half not consuming enough oily fish. Despite being a chef, Wareing acknowledged that getting sufficient omega-3 through diet alone is challenging. “To get the amount you need through fish, you’d have to eat a lot. And it’s expensive as well. That’s why I see supplements as a top-up. It’s a little capsule of magic that gives you what you need without having to think about it,” he added.
Now, Wareing advocates for moderation over strict diets. “Life is about moderation — not strict diets. It’s about small things you do every day that help you keep going,” he said.
