A Real Model's Diet - the Inside Skinny

The Supermodel Diet … 
It’s not all about cutting carbs, starving or cabbage soup.

Many people ask me how models stay skinny? Convinced
of some supermodel secret to dieting, everyone wants the short cut.
Truth is, there is none. Some women, believe it or not, really don’t
have to obsess over their weight. However, I have noticed some
commonalities to the way my model friends eat that I want to share with
you because models aren’t the only ones who like to look thin. 

Adhere to a Routine. Models
tend to eat the same thing every day for breakfast. One of my best
skinny model friends has a bowl of hot oatmeal, raisins and skim milk …
EVERY SINGLE MORNING! This makes choosing what to eat a no-brainer and
takes the variable of adding in extra calories out of the equation.

Brown bag your lunch. If you are grabbing something on the go, when ordering out do it the model way:

• Linda
  Evangelista has been quoted saying, “ I don’t diet. I just don’t eat as
  much as I’d like to.”  Order an appetizer as your entrée. Portion
  control is KEY and this method does it for you. If you’re with a friend
  order 2 apps and split them for variety.

• Skip
  the sauces and choose tomato or oil and vinegar in place of mayo, cream
  or butter sauces. Better yet, order all topping on the side and use
  sparingly.

• Use
  spices! According to a Forbes article, models that make the most money
  often eat fibrous foods with spices to speed up their metabolism. So
  reach for the red pepper flakes and hot sauce girls!

• What
  keeps me skinny is that I only eat food I really like. If something is
  on my plate that is just so-so, I leave it. It's important to be mindful
  of what you're eating and why.

Eat Green and Only White if it's protien .
This is an easy trick we can all use. When you are making choices
remember to load up on green leafy vegetables and keep away from any
white processed carbs (bread, pasta, cookies, rice) Eating white only
for protein  - egg whites, chicken, turkey, pork or fish.

Get Moving.
Most models don’t aspire to have that hardcore, muscle-bound
bodybuilder figure, but when interviewed you will hear ALL of them talk
about doing some sort of regular exercise like yoga, pilates, or jogging
... several days a week – No Excuses!

Snack.
At runway shows, it is common practice for the producers to bring in
food platters. What is interesting is that the fruit and veggies trays
are always empty, while the sandwich plates and chip bowls remain full.
Models know that it’s important to snack on healthy low calorie foods.
They are careful to never arrive anywhere feeling ravenous. I always
carry a granola bar or nuts in my model tote when I show up for a job.
Eating a banana and drinking a bottle of water before dinner will  help
you eat less and pass on the bread basket or seconds because you already
feel full. By the way, models are always drinking water and staying
well hydrated!

Supplement.
The Aussie supermodel, Elle Macpherson is reportedly a fan of dietary
fish oil and makes foods like makerel and salmon, which coincidentally
are good for glowing skin, a beauty staple. Emergen C and vitamins are
also on a model’s list.

Work a Party.
VIP invitations are always coming to models via their agency, promoters
and social networks. Many believe that most models exist strictly on
cigarettes, caffeine and alcohol, but lots of supermodels, like Heidi
Klum, avoid alcohol. Most people realize that alcohol is filled with
empty calories so drink sparkling water from a wine glass or a Diet Coke
in between your cocktails. Also, carry a purse so you can’t snack as
easily with your hands free.

Contrary
to popular belief, not all supermodels have an eating disorder or
believe in dieting, but they are motivated to keep a disciplined routine
when it comes to eating. The secret comes from finding the sweet spot …
a happy weight and an achievable way to maintain it.