Woman, 64, wows internet after revealing how she stays looking fit and youthful with her 90/10 diet rule
A 64-year-old woman has stunned the internet after revealing how she keeps looking fit and youthful – and it’s all about diet.
Harrah Brown from the US took to TikTok to explain her 90/10 diet rule as she showed off her groceries.
The mother of four, whose children are now all grown, explained that her eating habits consist of consuming “90 percent nutritious foods while eating at home and 10 percent fun foods when eating out.”
She claimed that the regime, combined with exercise, had helped her ‘lose menopausal belly fat and become leaner and stronger’.
Harrah Brown from the US took to TikTok to explain her 90/10 diet rule as she showed off her groceries
The mother-of-four claimed the regime, combined with exercise, helped her ‘lose menopausal belly fat and become leaner and stronger’
In the clip, which has been viewed more than 13,700 times to date, Harrah addresses the camera directly as she unpacks her shopping bags.
“Frozen blueberries, olive oil, malt – that’s almond milk for the one cup of coffee I drink a day,” she shared.
She then pulled Fristachios and Gruyère cheese with salmon and halibut fillets as a protein source during dinner.
‘Cchicken fillet, half a pound of seasoned roast beef, rblueberries, cucumber, romaine lettuce, cilantro,” were the items that were then pulled out.
She then held up her zero percent Fage yogurt as she gushed, “I love these because they have 16 grams of protein each.”
But Harrah, who insists she didn’t start training until age 61, dit doesn’t stop there – she rounds off her messages with ffresh crushed peanut butter, green cabbage, limes and a lemon.
‘EThese are the types of foods I buy regularly,” the content creator shared with her 115,000 followers.
“You’ll notice I don’t buy sweets: no cookies, no cakes, no snacks, no ice cream, no processed foods.”
The mother of four, whose children are now all grown, explained that her eating habits consist of consuming “90 percent nutrient-dense foods while eating at home and 10 percent fun foods when eating out.”
She concluded: ‘For me, this is how I was able to lose my menopausal belly fat and become leaner and stronger.’
The social media star further wrote in the caption, “These are the types of food I buy every week.
‘I use the 90/10 rule. 90 percent nutrient-rich food when you eat at home and 10 percent fun food when you eat out.
And it seems that HArrah’s healthy food choices are supported by nutritionists.
Blueberries and raspberries are very high in antioxidants, which help reduce free radicals in the skin and, as a result, reduce premature aging, according to Healthline.
They both stimulate collagen production, which promotes your skin’s elasticity and prevents sun damage.
Olive oil has long been a staple of the Mediterranean diet and is high in healthy fats.
“Extra virgin olive oil is also high in antioxidants, such as tocopherols and beta-carotene, as well as phenolic compounds that also have anti-inflammatory properties,” the site also says.
Almond milk is high in healthy fats and vitamin E, which helps increase cell turnover and makes your skin look brighter.
Likewise, pistachios help provide antioxidants and increase your protein and fiber intake. They are also rich in lutein and zeaxanthin, which, according to the researchers, reduces the risk of developing chronic eye diseases Medical news today.
Freshly ground peanut butter contains high levels of protein and fiber, and the fatty acids, such as omega-6, help your body’s cell production, improving the health of your skin and hair.
Salmon contains astaxanthin, an antioxidant that increases skin elasticity and hydration.
Likewise, halibut contains vitamins B6 and B12, both of which can help metabolize fats and promote healthy hair, skin, liver and eyes.
Cucumbers contain vitamin A, which helps prevent sun damage, as well as vitamin B, which increases skin elasticity, and vitamin C, which contains collagen and elastin to prevent signs of aging.
According to TODAY: ‘Six leaves (of romaine lettuce) provide more than 100 percent of your RDA of vitamin A, which revitalizes the skin by increasing cell turnover.
‘The mineral potassium in romaine gives the skin a refreshing boost of nutrients and oxygen by improving circulation.’
Cabbage is high in vitamin C, which increases collagen production and helps reduce signs of aging caused by UV rays.
Coriander is also high in antioxidants, which also help reduce skin damage.
Harrah’s video was quickly flooded with supportive comments from viewers, as one person wrote: ‘You are so beautiful and natural! We need more influencers like you. You make my day!’
Harrah’s video was quickly flooded with supportive comments from viewers.
One person wrote: ‘You are so beautiful and natural! We need more influencers like you. You make my day!’
Another person wrote: ‘As a 56 year old who doesn’t look that old either, I’m grateful to see that we’re both on incredibly similar diets. I think I’m doing something right.’
A third person said: ‘Yes, that’s very good, everything fresh,’ and another person added: ‘Inspo!!!’
Another person wrote: ‘Omg you look like you could be Jennifer Aniston’s twin sister! What an inspiration you are. You just kicked this 54 year old in the a** (that) I need to get back to the gym!’
One person wrote: ‘You are an inspiration. I am 55 and work full time with a long commute. Are you still busy? How often do you work out?’
Harrah replied, “Thanks. Yes, I work full time and also have to travel. Exercise three times a week and walk at least a mile every day.’
One person asked, “I’ve been trying to eat better, but I’m hungry all the time. Any suggestions,” and Harrah replied, “Yes, try adding more protein to your daily diet.”