Alaya F in Bathing Suit Top "Can't Think of a Caption"

Alaya F knows there are times when words aren’t really necessary—and posting selfies is one of those times. The Indian actress shared photos of herself posing in a rust-colored outfit with a bikini top and gold jewelry, tagging all the people who helped make the pictures look so stunning. “Can’t think of a caption 🤷🏻,” she captioned the post. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Alaya stays in shape and the photos that prove they work—and to get beach-ready yourself, don't miss these essential 30 Best-Ever Celebrity Bathing Suit Photos!

1. Infused Water With Mint

Alaya loves to infuse water with cucumber, lemon, and mint. “Peppermint tea is well-known for its digestive effects as some people, anecdotally, find it can help relieve symptoms such as gas and bloating,” says registered nutritionist Nicola Shubrook. “As yet, there isn’t a lot of human research on the efficacy of peppermint tea, but some animal studies do show that it can have a relaxing effect on the digestive system.”

2. Home-Made Face Masks

Alaya makes DIY face masks at home, using ingredients like avocado. “Avocado has a high content of lauric acid, which acts as an antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory agent that helps control acne,” says Akanksha Shah Sanghvi, MD. “Moreover, the moisturizing properties of avocado may prevent dryness, which is a common contributing factor to acne and aging.”

3. Oatmeal and Banana For Breakfast

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Alaya enjoys oatmeal with banana for a healthy breakfast. “Bananas are loaded with valuable micronutrients, especially potassium, which is one of the most important electrolytes in the body,” says registered nutritionist Jo Lewin. “Potassium helps to regulate heart function as well as fluid balance which is a key factor in managing blood pressure. The effectiveness of potassium-rich foods such as bananas, in lowering blood pressure and protecting against heart disease and strokes is well accepted and bolstered by considerable scientific evidence.

4. Tea Or Coffee?

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During an Instagram Q&A, Alaya said that although she likes tea, she can’t do without coffee. “Coffee helps our brain work better,” says Caroline Thomason, RD, CDCES. “Research suggests that coffee may be good for long-term cognitive health, but not all scientists agree. Coffee may also lower your chances of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Interestingly, caffeine alone may not be enough to reap the mental benefits of coffee. Researchers found that there are other compounds in coffee that contribute to these effects in mice.”

5. She Keeps a Positive Attitude

Alaya makes a point of maintaining a happy, positive attitude, and wants others to do the same. “I'm not positive all the time,” she says. “I have my moments and my days like everyone else but I do actively try to do things that make me happy and I do tend to avoid things that make me upset. As we all should.”