Ibrahim Ali Khan's nutritionist reveals actor's six-pack fitness secrets
What's the story
Ibrahim Ali Khan, the latest Gen Z star who made his acting debut with Nadaaniyan, underwent a remarkable physical transformation for his first film. His six-pack abs were a standout feature, and his nutritionist, Nicole Linhares Kedia, recently spilled the beans on how the actor achieved such an enviable physique. She revealed to NDTV that nutrition is crucial for "both appearance and performance."
Diet details
How to fuel your body, Kedia on importance of nutrition
Kedia emphasized that nutrition is vital for anyone, especially those in the public eye. She said, "How you fuel your body directly influences not just how you look, but your energy, mood, skin health, and overall presence." To bring balance to Khan's diet, Kedia introduced antioxidant-rich foods and increased fiber intake. She also added fennel seeds to help stabilize blood sugar levels.
Food modifications
Khan enjoyed parathas, wraps, and biryani
Kedia shared that Khan relishes dishes such as bhurji, parathas, wraps, and shawarmas, and relies on red meat as a key protein source. However, instead of eliminating his favorite food biryani from his diet completely, Kedia opted for healthier versions using brown rice and quinoa to lessen its adverse effects.
Workout changes
Nutrition for performance
Kedia noticed that Khan's circadian rhythm was often disrupted. "At times, he would train on an empty stomach, which wasn't ideal given the intensity of his workouts," she said. To address this, they introduced a light pre-workout snack, usually a banana with mixed seeds, and electrolyte-rich water during training. After workouts, Khan consumed a good protein source within 90 minutes to aid recovery and performance. Meanwhile, on the work front, Khan was last seen in Sarzameen.