Ram Kapoor shares he only sticks to protein; doesn’t eat fruits, roti

Actor Ram Kapoor, who recently transformed his physique by consuming only one meal a day, has opened up about his dietary habits on the reality show Lock Upp Season 2: Sach Ya Sazaa. Kapoor revealed that he follows a strict protein-based diet, avoiding fruits, roti, and other food groups. In the show, Kapoor stated, "What I have done to transform myself and the things that I have stopped eating forever, those I can't eat till I die.

It is more important to me than any gameplay. I don't eat anything except protein. No fruits, no roti. Just protein."

A consultant dietitian, Garima Goyal, emphasized that while protein is vital for muscle maintenance, recovery, satiety, and preserving lean body mass during weight loss, eliminating entire food groups is not inherently healthier. Goyal pointed out that fruits offer essential nutrients like fiber, potassium, vitamin C, folate, and antioxidants, while whole grains and rotis provide complex carbohydrates, fiber, B vitamins, and minerals.

These nutrients contribute to gut health, cardiovascular health, energy metabolism, and overall wellbeing.

Goyal also cautioned that a very high-protein diet may suit some individuals for a specific period, particularly for weight loss or body composition goals. However, protein alone cannot supply the body with all the necessary nutrients. Restricting carbohydrates, including fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains, can reduce dietary fiber, potentially affecting bowel regularity and gut health. For active individuals, carbohydrates serve as a crucial fuel source for high-intensity exercise.

Goyal stressed that a celebrity's short-term transformation diet should not be adopted as a template for everyone. Dietary needs vary based on age, activity level, body composition, medical history, kidney function, training goals, and total calorie intake. Anyone following a high-protein diet should ensure adequate micronutrients, fiber, healthy fats, hydration, and overall dietary variety.