There are few Hollywood figures more iconic than Clint Eastwood. After decades of revolutionizing the Western genre on the silver screen, he spent his later years creating memorable, award-winning films as a writer and director. It turns out that Eastwood’s unique perspective extends to his personal life, including his meals. In an interview with Men’s Health, Eastwood’s son Scott revealed his dad’s favorite daily breakfast: salmon with brown rice.
This unusual discovery was part of the elder Eastwood’s passionate and dedicated attitude toward nutrition, with his son noting, “My dad didn’t eat for pleasure.” While many may enjoy this combination for its flavor merits, it’s easy to see why Eastwood might have chosen it as a health-focused way to start the day.
Like most fish, salmon is rich in protein, vitamins and minerals. However, due to its high concentration of Omega-3 fatty acids, it is more heart-healthy than many other products. These same compounds can reduce inflammation and help mitigate the cognitive effects of aging, which is a valuable benefit for Eastwood now that he’s in his 90s and why many people should start eating more salmon. Salmon has also been shown to increase muscle mass, support strong bones, and reduce cancer risk.
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Salmon with brown rice and vegetables – From my perspective/Shutterstock
Brown rice is a similarly nutrition-forward option for a man his son describes as a “workout machine.” This less processed, higher fiber rice may improve heart health, reduce the risk of diabetes, and provide a blend of antioxidants and vitamins not found in white rice.
When Eastwood has spoken in the past about the diet that keeps him in shape, he’s revealed a preference for plenty of leafy greens like kale and spinach, as well as nutrient-dense vegetables like broccoli and asparagus. Antioxidant-rich fruits can supplement this, including blueberries, bananas and grapes. However, none of this is as dramatic as a salmon and rice breakfast.
Although the idea of eating fish for breakfast itself is not unusual. Many cultures start the day with seafood, from the pickled varieties of Scandinavia, to its many uses in Japanese and Asian breakfast cuisine, to more familiar options like smoked salmon or smoked salmon bagels. Still, it’s worth noting Clint Eastwood’s unique breakfast choices and approach to eating, a nutrition-focused approach that kept him alive well into his 90s.
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