‘Maharashtra’s vahini’ Amruta Fadnavis talks about her fitness, diet inspired by daughter Divija: ‘Around 2 or 3 pm is my first meal of the day’

Every other day, she shared that the house has “moringa soup in our diet”. “We started this much more regularly when PM Modi himself shared about its benefits. It has calcium, potassium, and antioxidants,” Amruta told CurlyTales while giving them a tour of their home.

As a singer, her “go-to is a kadha, which I take when I have a recording or I have to sing”. “In water, add cinnamon, clove, cardamom, and ginger. After it comes to a boil, steep it and then take it. It is very good for the throat,” she said.

She also went on to share the moringa soup recipe in brief.

*Boil moringa
*Filter it and add spices and salt

On typical “laid-back Sundays”, their meals comprise bhakri – either jowar or bajra, with green vegetables, kadhi or amti — “rahi toh who hum log khaate hai (we eat that)”. Amruta, who can be seen enjoying ragi grain pizza with homemade ketchup, a tofu sandwich, a paneer roll, and an oats blueberry almond milk dessert, to name a few, said that meals at home are made in ghee or olive oil.

We reached out to consultant dietitian Garima Goyal, who said that Amruta Fadnavis’ approach of eating only two meals a day represents a structured way of eating that prioritises discipline, digestive rest and metabolic balance. “This pattern of intermittent fasting can be beneficial for some people as it allows the body longer gaps between meals, giving digestion and metabolism time to reset. Many individuals find that eating fewer, more substantial meals helps control cravings, improve mental clarity, and regulate appetite naturally,” said Goyal.

Here’s how healthy her diet plan looks (Photo: Freepik)

From a nutritional perspective, however, the success of a two-meal routine depends entirely on the composition of those meals. Each plate needs to be nutritionally complete, with an adequate balance of complex carbohydrates, high-quality protein, fibre, and healthy fats. “For example, if one meal consists of dal, vegetables and millet roti, and the other includes lean protein with seasonal vegetables and some healthy fats, the plan can be balanced and sustainable. It is also important to include sufficient hydration and micronutrients through fruits, nuts or light soups between meals if needed,” said Goyal.

At the same time, this pattern may not suit everyone. According to Goyal, people with high energy demands, active exercise routines, low blood sugar tendencies, or hormonal imbalances might find two meals insufficient to sustain performance and mood.

“In such cases, the gap between meals can lead to overeating later or cause fluctuations in blood sugar. Therefore, it is important to assess one’s activity level, sleep quality, and metabolic needs before adopting this pattern,” said Goyal.

From a broader wellness perspective, eating two meals a day can support mindful eating habits when done with awareness. The real goal should always be sustainability, not restriction.

DISCLAIMER: This article is based on information from the public domain and/or the experts we spoke to. Always consult your health practitioner before starting any routine.

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