{"id":228102,"date":"2026-01-05T07:01:08","date_gmt":"2026-01-05T07:01:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/228102\/"},"modified":"2026-01-05T07:01:08","modified_gmt":"2026-01-05T07:01:08","slug":"happy-birthday-deepika-padukone-a-look-at-her-fitness-routine-diet-secrets-and-daily-self-care-habits-at-40","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/228102\/","title":{"rendered":"Happy Birthday Deepika Padukone: A look at her fitness routine, diet secrets and daily self-care habits at 40"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Updated on: Jan 05, 2026 07:19 am IST <\/p>\n<p>    Happy Birthday Deepika Padukone! At 40, she continues to impress with her flawless fitness, balanced diet and daily self-care, showing how age is just a number.     <\/p>\n<p>Deepika Padukone is ringing in her 40th birthday today, and while the actor celebrates another year, her fitness and radiant looks make it hard to guess her age. Known for her disciplined <a class=\"backlink\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hindustantimes.com\/lifestyle\/health\/pullup-bars-for-workout-at-home-8-top-rated-options-on-amazon-india-to-build-upper-body-strength-and-stay-fit-101766742456780.html\" data-vars-page-type=\"story\" data-vars-link-type=\"Manual\" data-vars-anchor-text=\"workout\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">workout<\/a> regimen and clean eating habits, Deepika continues to set fitness goals for many. When it comes to her diet, Deepika follows a philosophy of balance and sustainability. (Also read: <a class=\"backlink\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hindustantimes.com\/lifestyle\/health\/genelia-d-souza-shares-why-she-gave-up-meat-in-2017-and-turned-vegan-during-the-pandemic-soha-ali-khan-podcast-101767496416931.html\" data-vars-page-type=\"story\" data-vars-link-type=\"Manual\" data-vars-anchor-text=\"Genelia D\u2019Souza shares why she gave up meat in 2017 and turned vegan during the pandemic: \u2018My first step was selfish\u2026\u2019\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Genelia D\u2019Souza shares why she gave up meat in 2017 and turned vegan during the pandemic: \u2018My first step was selfish\u2026\u2019<\/a> )<\/p>\n<p>     <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Deepika_Padukone_gold_for_dhanteras_1730206911705_1767522596419.jpg\" alt=\"Deepika Padukone emphasises her balanced eating habits, enjoying food while maintaining moderation.(Instagram)\" title=\"Deepika Padukone emphasises her balanced eating habits, enjoying food while maintaining moderation.(Instagram)\"\/>   Deepika Padukone emphasises her balanced eating habits, enjoying food while maintaining moderation.(Instagram)    How Deepika Padukone approach her diet<\/p>\n<p>In her March 2024 Instagram post, <a class=\"backlink\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hindustantimes.com\/topic\/deepika-padukone\" data-vars-page-type=\"story\" data-vars-link-type=\"Manual\" data-vars-anchor-text=\"Deepika\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Deepika<\/a> revealed, \u201cI\u2019ve always, for as long as I can remember, followed a \u2018Balanced Diet\u2019. And it is for me a way of life.\u201d The actress emphasised that a diet should not only be effective but also sustainable over the long term. She avoids fad diets, opting instead for a practical approach that can be easily incorporated into daily life.<\/p>\n<p>       Does Deepika indulge while maintaining her fitness<\/p>\n<p>Addressing common misconceptions about celebrity eating habits, Deepika clarified that she enjoys her food just like anyone else. \u201cSurprised to see this on my feed? Well, I eat! And I eat well!\u201d she exclaimed, sharing glimpses of some indulgent <a class=\"backlink\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hindustantimes.com\/lifestyle\/travel\/magnolia-bakery-queue-too-long-try-out-3-gurgaon-dessert-spots-right-across-the-street-that-have-decadent-sweet-treats-101764323808524.html\" data-vars-page-type=\"story\" data-vars-link-type=\"Manual\" data-vars-anchor-text=\"sweet treats\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">sweet treats<\/a>. While a balanced diet forms the foundation of her routine, she doesn\u2019t shy away from occasional indulgences, highlighting the importance of moderation and enjoying life\u2019s simple pleasures.<\/p>\n<p>Deepika\u2019s dedication to wellness goes beyond diet. To mark self-care month, she shared a <a class=\"backlink\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hindustantimes.com\/topic\/yoga-asana\" data-vars-page-type=\"story\" data-vars-link-type=\"Manual\" data-vars-anchor-text=\"Yoga asana\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Yoga asana<\/a>, Viparita Karani, with her fans, a pose known for its benefits to both mental and physical health. \u201cBut why celebrate \u2018Self-Care Month\u2019 when you can practice simple acts of Self-Care every day?\u201d she reflected, reinforcing the value of making self-care a daily habit.<\/p>\n<p>Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. 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