Margriet Spijksma, acclaimed soul trainer, speaker, and author, shares her lifestyle insights in the March issue of Santé. Here's an exclusive look at her everyday food diary, revealing a straightforward path to wellness without rigid rules.
"Cooking isn't a big thing for me—it's not my passion. I'm fortunate that my mother-in-law often drops off home-cooked meals. I don't obsess over my diet, but I rarely indulge in sweets. Chips and toast? Almost never. I can't finish a whole slice of cake these days. Fifteen or twenty years ago, I was insatiable with a massive sweet tooth and no limits. Those extra kilos felt like an emotional 'coat' for protection—something I no longer need."
"I start with water and vitamin tablets, followed by tea and a bowl of Greek yogurt topped with muesli, raspberries, blueberries, two kiwis—which keep my gums inflammation-free—and a banana."
"I typically have three or four sandwiches, almost always with peanut butter. Sometimes I add honey on top—pure bliss. For variety, I'll switch to chicken breast or cheese. When lunching with a friend, I opt for a goat cheese salad. I absolutely love it."
"I rarely cook myself—my wonderful mother-in-law loves it and frequently brings dishes like nasi, stamppot, or baked potatoes with meat and veggies. Weekends often feature Thai curry, pizza, or tapas delivered. I enjoy a glass of wine then, but skip desserts and ice cream almost entirely."
"I work until four, arriving home hungry. Then it's cashews, walnuts, or a rice cake with toppings. Occasionally a candy. I sip coffee in the morning and after dinner, plus plenty of water, tea, or Optimel."
Want deeper insights into Margriet's lifestyle? Pick up the March issue of Santé, available now!
