Former Olympic equestrian Zara Tindall has spoken about her daily diet, revealing that Greek yoghurt plays a key role in maintaining her low cholesterol levels. The 44-year-old royal, who won a silver medal for Team GB at the London 2012 Olympics, previously shared that eating Greek yoghurt for breakfast helps her stay in peak condition.
In a 2015 interview with The Sunday Times Magazine, Tindall described her typical breakfast as 'Greek yoghurt with honey, a piece of fruit, or toast'. She added that lunch is usually 'quick and simple, like soup and a sandwich or eggs and toast', and explained: 'I don't diet, but I try to eat well and not to eat too many carbohydrates or sugary things.'
According to the British Heart Foundation, Greek yoghurt offers significant health benefits when compared with regular yoghurt or milk. It contains higher protein, lower sugar, and a thicker consistency, which can help people feel fuller for longer and reduce cravings. Studies have suggested that the nutrient profile of Greek yoghurt may also lower the risk of heart and circulatory diseases, with low-fat versions considered particularly effective at keeping cholesterol down due to their reduced saturated fat content.
Tindall's preferred lunch of eggs and toast provides a balanced mix of protein, carbohydrates, and healthy fats, with the yolk containing omega-3 fatty acids. She has also credited her fitness routine for keeping her in top riding form. In December 2023, it was announced that she would reduce her equestrian commitments to part-time to spend more time with her three children.
The rider, who has competed in eventing since 2003, won gold at the 2006 FEI World Equestrian Games and was later voted BBC Sports Personality of the Year. She married former England rugby player Mike Tindall in 2011, and the couple share three children. Reflecting on her post-pregnancy recovery, she admitted on her husband's podcast that getting back into shape was 'hard work', adding that she felt guilty as a mother leaving her child to train.
