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Doja Cat in Bathing Suit Says Sun's Out, Gun's Out

Here’s how she stays in shape.

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Doja Cat, the rapper, is known for having a blast on social media, whether it's hosting live video chats with fans or posing in funny or provocative ways. Doja just posted a new photo of herself in the pool. She wore a blue-green bathing suit top, and held two toy foam dark guns in her hands. "@knwlslondon x @andywolfofficial + @alessandrarich 🐬🐬," she captioned it. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Doja Cat 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. She Strength Trains

Doja is usually pretty quiet about her workout routine. However, she does post videos of herself at the gym on her Instagram stories. In this particular video series, Doja revealed that she does a lot of strength training workouts with her trainer. She is seen doing kettlebell squats, pushing a weight forward, doing leg curls, and tricep curls.

2. She Dances

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Doja has to do a lot of dancing in her career. She learns choreography for her music videos and live performances, and this is easy for her. Doja grew up dancing, and tells Dazed, “After moving from Oak Park around the age of eleven-and-a-half, I started to take up break dancing. I danced in a crew and competed around Los Angeles in organized underground cypher/battles.”

3. She Uses Her Music As Therapy

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While many people think that Doja is super confident with herself, she revealed to Cosmopolitan that she used to struggle with body dysmorphia, and still does on occasion. Doja says that she likes to use her music writing process as a way of helping herself with this, and specifically cites her song “Juicy” as a particularly helpful one. “Growing up, I definitely had body dysmorphia. Without a doubt. And I’ve had it since. It started in my teens, which I think is where it starts for a lot of people. I started really growing and I never really thought I looked good in a lot of the stuff I wore. I feel like that song [Juicy] was therapeutic for me. I kind of made it for myself – well, the meaning behind it, at least. I was kind of doing it for my own happiness and I feel like other people can definitely pull some joy from that, too.”

4. She Uses Her Fame As A Chance To Look Inward

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Fame can be a difficult thing to deal with. However, Doja says to Cosmopolitan that she’s used her rise to stardom as a way to look at herself and improve herself. “There’s a good side to it, because I’ve had to correct myself a lot. I’ve had to grow up because of it, and I think it’s helped me revaluate stuff and become a better person. When you get picked at a lot, and critiqued constantly because you’re under a microscope, it’s allowed me to trim off parts of myself that maybe weren’t useful to me.”

5. She’s An Activist

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Doja has a large platform, and she wants to use it for good. She tells Cosmopolitan that speaking out and helping causes are important to her, and she wants to encourage others to do the same. “It doesn’t matter if it’s a public figure who’s donating something, I just think thank God that there are people out there who want to help. I have family and friends and people that I care about who are affected by this. I just want to see a better future. There are people who have a lot, maybe too much, so it’s good to give back.”

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Doja Cat, the rapper, is known for having a blast on social media, whether it's hosting live video chats with fans or posing in funny or provocative ways. Doja just posted a new photo of herself in the pool. She wore a blue-green bathing suit top, and held two toy foam dark guns in her hands. "@knwlslondon x @andywolfofficial + @alessandrarich 🐬🐬," she captioned it. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Doja Cat 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. She Strength Trains

Doja is usually pretty quiet about her workout routine. However, she does post videos of herself at the gym on her Instagram stories. In this particular video series, Doja revealed that she does a lot of strength training workouts with her trainer. She is seen doing kettlebell squats, pushing a weight forward, doing leg curls, and tricep curls.

2. She Dances

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Doja has to do a lot of dancing in her career. She learns choreography for her music videos and live performances, and this is easy for her. Doja grew up dancing, and tells Dazed, “After moving from Oak Park around the age of eleven-and-a-half, I started to take up break dancing. I danced in a crew and competed around Los Angeles in organized underground cypher/battles.”

3. She Uses Her Music As Therapy

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While many people think that Doja is super confident with herself, she revealed to Cosmopolitan that she used to struggle with body dysmorphia, and still does on occasion. Doja says that she likes to use her music writing process as a way of helping herself with this, and specifically cites her song “Juicy” as a particularly helpful one. “Growing up, I definitely had body dysmorphia. Without a doubt. And I’ve had it since. It started in my teens, which I think is where it starts for a lot of people. I started really growing and I never really thought I looked good in a lot of the stuff I wore. I feel like that song [Juicy] was therapeutic for me. I kind of made it for myself – well, the meaning behind it, at least. I was kind of doing it for my own happiness and I feel like other people can definitely pull some joy from that, too.”

4. She Uses Her Fame As A Chance To Look Inward

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Fame can be a difficult thing to deal with. However, Doja says to Cosmopolitan that she’s used her rise to stardom as a way to look at herself and improve herself. “There’s a good side to it, because I’ve had to correct myself a lot. I’ve had to grow up because of it, and I think it’s helped me revaluate stuff and become a better person. When you get picked at a lot, and critiqued constantly because you’re under a microscope, it’s allowed me to trim off parts of myself that maybe weren’t useful to me.”

5. She’s An Activist

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Doja has a large platform, and she wants to use it for good. She tells Cosmopolitan that speaking out and helping causes are important to her, and she wants to encourage others to do the same. “It doesn’t matter if it’s a public figure who’s donating something, I just think thank God that there are people out there who want to help. I have family and friends and people that I care about who are affected by this. I just want to see a better future. There are people who have a lot, maybe too much, so it’s good to give back.”

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Doja Cat in Bathing Suit is a "Hottie"

Here are 5 ways she stays in shape.

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Doja Cat is heating up social media in her swimsuit. The Say So singer flaunts her incredibly fit figure in a black bathing suit in one of her latest social media posts. “Hottie,” commented one of her millions of followers, while others, including actress Bella Thorne, simply added a fire emoji. How does she approach health and wellness? Read on to see 5 ways Doja Cat 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. She Is Open About Her Self-Esteem Issues

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Doja is very open about her self-esteem issues. “Growing up, I definitely had body dysmorphia. Without a doubt. And I’ve had it since,” she told Cosmopolitan Middle East. “It started in my teens, which I think is where it starts for a lot of people. I started really growing and I never really thought I looked good in a lot of the stuff I wore.” She tries to keep herself in check by talking about her issues and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. “Now, I just try to focus on eating well, but I definitely still struggle with body dysmorphia a bit now. But I think that’s to be completely expected when there’s all these phones in your face, right?”

2. She Does a Lot of Upper Body Work

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Doja opened up about her exercise routine during a recent Instagram Live. “ do push. I do pull,” she explained about her upper body workout. “Push would be whatever that sh*t is when you put your arms above your head,” she said, doing a chest press. “And then I do pulling, but that’s a different day. I work on everything. I just do simple stuff like that.” She added that she does a lot of weight lifting, including four sets of shoulder presses and bicep curls, on arm day. "I've just always had noodle arms, my whole life," she revealed

3. She Went Under the Knife

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Doja is also open about her plastic surgery. She tweeted that she got a breast reduction and also lipo. “Feels ok. I got lipo so my thighs hurt a lot if I move too much. But I’m healing really fast,” she said.

4. She Does Lower Body Workouts

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On lower body workout day, Doja’s exercises include jump squats and kettlebell exercises. "I love doing squats," she said. "Don't know why, but my bottom half responds to a lot, and you can see it immediately."

5. She Trains with Friends

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Doja also has a secret weapon at the gym: Her workout buddies. “My friends and I are working out together so they tell me what to do,” she revealed in her Instagram Live session.

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Rapper Doja Cat has never been afraid of a little attention. Her Instagram is full of swimsuit photos and she loves to wear unique outfits to perform in. Fittingly, Doja just posted a new series of shots on Instagram. In them, she posed in a pink bathing suit and matching fluffy hat, tagging Hairstylist JStayReady. She captioned the post, “🌸🍒💕🌷,” making for a happy Wednesday. Read on to see 5 ways Doja Cat 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. She Preps Her Skin

Doja has amazing skin, and she makes sure to take care of it. She uses a professional to help herself look amazing. “Prepping the skin is essential for a glowing complexion,” Doja’s makeup artist, Ernesto Casillas, said in an Instagram post. “I used my favorite The Ordinary and Deciem products to create a well hydrated and healthy complexion as a base for my makeup.”

2. She Only Does Collaborations With People She Respects

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Doja is very selective about who she chooses to work with. Whether it’s a brand or an artist, she tells Bustle that she won’t just work with anybody. “It’s very easy to slip into this mode of doing collaborations with everyone all the time because maybe a certain brand can pay you a lot,” she says, “But this is not one of those things for me.”

3. She Exfoliates Her Skin

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Doja has amazing skin, and revealed some of her favorite products and routines to Bustle. She says that she uses Rice Polish to exfoliate her skin. “You could use anything and have this as your exfoliator. It's super gentle; it's not tearing your face up like a lot of these exfoliators do. It's very, very effective. I struggled with acne as a kid, and this absolutely changed my life.”

4. She Uses Cleansing Oil

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To remove her makeup, Doja uses Camellia Cleansing Oil. She tells Bustle, “If I could pick only one thing, it would be this cleansing oil. It gets rid of makeup like no other. I have it on backorder. I have so much of that stuff. It's just sitting there in my bathroom just in case the world ends.”

5. She Quit Vaping

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Doja recently had to have surgery on her tonsils after an infection. She revealed on Twitter that she decided to quit vaping, in order to help herself heal and prevent further problems. “Hopefully I don’t crave it anymore after that,” she wrote. “I’m too scared to hit it cuz my throat hurts so bad. I cried for hours. It’s not worth it.”

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Doja Cat is showing off her Halloween style! The singer showcases her famous curves via one of her latest social media posts, rocking a pumpkin themed swimsuit top with leather pants. “HAPPY WHAT??!?????” she captioned the snap. “Spooky season,” commented one of her millions of followers. “Queen,” added another. How does she approach health and wellness? Read on to see 5 ways Doja Cat 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. She Struggles with Self-Confidence

Doja admits that battling self-esteem issues is a daily struggle. “Growing up, I definitely had body dysmorphia. Without a doubt. And I’ve had it since,” she told Cosmopolitan Middle East. “It started in my teens, which I think is where it starts for a lot of people. I started really growing and I never really thought I looked good in a lot of the stuff I wore.” However, she tries to keep herself healthy. “Now, I just try to focus on eating well, but I definitely still struggle with body dysmorphia a bit now. But I think that’s to be completely expected when there’s all these phones in your face, right?”

2. She Exercises

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Doja is into exercising. However, fitness hasn’t always been a big part of her approach to health. During a recent Instagram Live session, she admitted she was new to regular workouts "It used to be rehearsals for award shows," she said about her approach to exercise. Now she prioritizes exercise, even when she is traveling. "It's hard to get a hotel that has a proper gym," she added.

3. She Tries to Be Herself

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“I don’t need to be like anyone else but myself,” she told Crack. “That sounds so corny, but there were times where I felt like a baby duck, just doing what the momma duck did. I took my own leap of faith. When I’m natural, people really f**k with me.”

4. Her Workouts Are Intense

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During her Instagram Live she detailed her average sweat session, revealing that she splits up her workouts. On arm days, she does a lot of weight lifting, including four sets of shoulder presses and bicep curls. "I've just always had noodle arms, my whole life," she revealed. Lower body workout day exercises include jump squats and kettlebell exercises. "I love doing squats," she said. "Don't know why, but my bottom half responds to a lot, and you can see it immediately."

5. She Gets Enough Sleep

Doja prioritizes sleep. She recently shared a photo of herself getting some zs, telling her followers that sleep is good for her intimate life and her brain. “I also have an IQ of 560 because of it,” she wrote. "Scientists have gone to great lengths to fully understand sleep's benefits. In studies of humans and other animals, they have discovered that sleep plays a critical role in immune function, metabolism, memory, learning, and other vital functions," says Harvard Health.

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Doja Cat is playing Barbie, in a swimsuit. The Planet Her legend shared an image on Instagram stories of her with Barbie logos, in another instance of her trademark cheeky humor. (She has said she wants to act and Margot Robbie is making a Barbie movie; Hollywood, give her a call.) How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Doja Cat 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. She Uses Kettlebells

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“Regardless of where you want to be in three, six or 18 months, using kettlebells can be a great way to help you reach your goals. Like most training tools, using the correct technique is critical. Take the time to perfect your technique before progressing to the more advanced moves,” says ACE Fitness.

2. She Uses Dumbbells

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Doja Cat uses dumbbells in her workout. Try this: “Hold onto two lighter dumbbells as you balance on one foot and hinge forward into a tabletop position. With both elbows slightly bent, lift arms out to the side squeezing behind the shoulder blades. Lower the arms and then return to a standing position, ideally not touching the elevated foot all the way to the ground until all 10 repetitions are complete,” says ACE Fitness.

3. She Does Jump Squats

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Squats really work your glutes and core. “You don't need to go to the gym and lift weights to increase your muscular fitness. Use your body weight to do weight training exercises and resistance training. For example, try situps, pushups, squats and lunges,” says the Mayo Clinic.

4. She May Get Into Acting Indeed

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Doja Cat has expressed frustration with all the “unnecessary obligations” of her music career and has mentioned taking a hiatus or hinting at retiring. “I’d love to act. I’d love to be in movies. That’s a massive want for me,” she has also said. "Experiencing the arts has the added benefit of stimulating your brain centers and impacting your cognitive functioning. When you are moved by a performance, your limbic system is stimulated. Your temporal lobe is engaged when listening or watching a performance that arouses your emotions,” Daniel K. Hall-Flavin, M.D., M.S., Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, says in the Mayo Clinic.

5. She is Currently Recovering From a Tonsil Problem

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“Hi guys. I wanted you to hear it from me first. Unfortunately, I have to have surgery on my tonsils asap. The surgery is routine but the recovery is going to take a while due to swelling. That means I have to cancel my festival run this summer as well as The Weeknd tour,” she wrote in a statement. “I feel horrible about this but can’t wait for this to heal and get back to making music and create an experience for y’all.” She said she had a “growth” on her tonsil. “​​im quitting the vape for a while and hopefully i dont crave it anymore after that,” she added later.

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Racer Bianca Bustamante Shows Off Her Strength

Racecar driver Bianca Bustamante shares her top lifestyle tips for diet, fitness, and self-care in 2025.

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Bianca Bustamante is revving up her engine in 2025 – in her workout gear. In a new social media post, the racecar driver reveals she is taking “the next major step” in her physical journey as a race driver “and I’ve set the target high!” she says in a new Instagram post, filled with video clips of herself lifting heavy weights at the gym. “Never been more motivated in my life, it’s not physically easy for a girl in this sport, but I’m super excited to take on this new challenge and the next big step on my racing journey,” she added. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here are her top lifestyle tips.

Lifting Weights

Bianca spends hours at the gym where she focuses on strength training along with endurance, cardio, reaction time, and reflexes. “You know, to be a driver, it’s a complete package. It takes strength. It takes mental fortitude. It takes reflexes, smart thinking, and survival skills,” she told MEGA Active. “Sometimes it's for the body, sometimes it's for the mind. Nothing more peaceful than early sessions,” she captioned an Instagram post of one of her sessions.

Double Down On Training

Bianca Bustamante at the gym.

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In her recent post, Bianca reveals that she working extra hard at the gym. “I’ve been working hard over the years to build a solid foundation, but in 2025, I’ll be working with @j_w_90 and I’m doubling down on my training. Increasing to two workouts a day not just on lifts but aerobic endurance, as well as a better focus on nutrition and rest, in order to raise the bar to compete in the higher formulas,” she said.

Fueling Your Body With Protein

Bianca makes sure to eat enough protein in order to build more muscle and stay as lean as possible to meet the weight requirement. “It’s been a really cool journey seeing my body develop and transform into this whole different person I never knew I could become,” she said. In her new post she added that she is meal prepping. “I’m soooo all in that im even learning how to cook & meal prep better than ever before,” she writes.

Taking Cold Plunges

As for recovery, cold plunging is part of Bianca’s training regime. Limited research supports the benefits of cold plunges, which may include easing sore muscles, bringing body temperature down, increasing focus, improving sleep, and decreasing inflammation, per the Cleveland Clinic. However, a 2021 study found that cold water immersion therapy promotes post-sport recovery.

Working On Self-Esteem

Positive self-talk is also important. “Of course, I put a lot of pressure on myself, but in the end, I always tell myself that as long as I give my best and I learn from it, any mistake I make is valid,” Bianca explained. “I always try to repeat that to myself that I am valid. I’m here for a reason and there’s nothing I would rather do than be here.”

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Brenda Perlaza Shows Off Incredible Figure Going "Viral"

Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.

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Brenda Perlaza is flaunting her fantastic figure in a tiny bikini. In a new social media post the influencer, who calls herself La Barbie Negra, looks flawless as she poses on the beach in a neon yellow swimsuit. “#viral,” she captioned the series of Instagram snaps. “Wow Wow,” one of her followers commented, while several others added fire emojis. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.

Jogging

Brenda enjoys jogging. According to the Mayo Clinic, running is great for cardiovascular health, muscle building, and weight loss. “For every mile run, the average person will burn approximately 100 calories,” they say.

Walking Her Dog

She also takes her dog on long walks. Going for a daily walk can be a game changer, especially at a brisk speed. One study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that walking at a brisk pace for about 30 minutes a day reduced the risk of heart disease, cancer, dementia, and death, compared with walking a similar number of steps but at a slower pace.

Dancing

You can also find Brenda dancing to burn calories. Dancing is an excellent workout for many reasons. It builds strength and promotes flexibility, helps you lose weight, and even promotes cardiovascular function. A 2016 study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine determined that people who engaged in moderate-intensity dancing were 46 percent less likely to develop or die from heart disease than non-dancers. In comparison, moderate-intensity walkers were just 25 percent less likely to suffer heart health issues

Swimming

Brenda spends a lot of time in her swimsuit so it isn’t surprising she loves to swim. According to the CDC, swimming is a good way to get regular aerobic physical activity. Just two and a half hours per week of aerobic physical activity, such as swimming, bicycling, or running, can decrease the risk of chronic illnesses. In addition to the many physical benefits, multiple studies support the mental health benefits of swimming.

Hydration

Finally, Brenda hydrates, especially after a long workout or sun exposure. According to the Mayo Clinic, hydration is essential for various reasons. Water helps eliminate waste through urination, perspiration, and bowel movements, keeps your temperature regular, lubricates and cushions joints, and helps protect sensitive tissues.

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Model and influencer Claudia Romani isn’t just making waves with her glamorous beachside posts—she’s living the healthy lifestyle to match. Recently, Romani shared a video on Instagram, taking a refreshing dip in the pool with the caption, “Kisses from the 305.” But her fitness routine goes beyond just swimming. From her plant-based diet to her dedication to animal welfare, Romani’s habits reflect a balanced approach to wellness that keeps her looking and feeling her best. Here are the five key ways Claudia Romani stays in shape while living life to the fullest.

She Swims

As you can see from her Instagram post, Romani likes to go to the beach. Naturally, she likes to swim to keep herself in shape. Romani shared this video on Instagram of herself taking a dip in a pool. She captioned it, “Kisses from the 305.” According to The Cleveland Clinic, swimming has a lot of health benefits. “Like other forms of cardio, swimming can help you burn calories and lose weight. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a 154-pound person who swims slow freestyle laps for 30 minutes burns 255 calories. But that amount varies depending on your weight, speed and stroke.”

She's Vegan

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Romani is open about following a vegan diet. She shares a lot of posts on her Instagram story highlights of herself enjoying vegan foods. The American College of Lifestyle Medicine states that being vegan has a lot of health benefits. “Overall, nutrition from plant-based diets is typically of higher quality than omnivorous diets, as assessed by the Alternative Healthy Eating Index (AHEI).28 A whole food plant-based (WFPB) diet is one made up of predominantly unprocessed fruits, vegetables, whole grains legumes, nuts and seeds, and excludes animal foods, with certain selective supplementation of vitamins B12. Sometimes D. Intentionally planned, WFPB diets provide sufficient nutrient intakes for all stages of life and can be therapeutic for chronic disease and overall health and healing.29 The plant-based dietary pattern protects against overconsumption of nutrients that lead to obesity and disease,30 particularly animal protein, saturated fat,31 trans-fats, cholesterol simple sugars,32 and sodium.33, 34”

She Loves Salads

Vegan Cobb Salad

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A vegan food that Romani enjoys is salad. She shared this Instagram story of herself enjoying a vegan cobb salad. Bupa states that salad is very beneficial. “Salads can contain several foods which are prebiotics. These are foods which act as fuel for healthy bacteria. It also provides a type of indigestible fibre, which can be beneficial for your gut health. Foods to consider including in your salad can be onions, garlic, kale, carrots, and asparagus.”

She Works Out Consistently

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Romani makes sure to work out on a regular basis. She shares a lot of Instagram stories in her highlights of herself at the gym. The Mayo Clinic says that regular exercise is extremely important. “Exercise can help prevent excess weight gain or help you keep off lost weight. When you take part in physical activity, you burn calories. The more intense the activity, the more calories you burn. Regular trips to the gym are great, but don't worry if you can't find a large chunk of time to exercise every day. Any amount of activity is better than none. To gain the benefits of exercise, just get more active throughout your day. For example, take the

She Supports Animals

Romani has her own charity, Help Miami Cats. She talked about how she started this in the caption of this Instagram post. “❤️ Guys!!!! I have always loved cats and had many growing up. When I moved to Miami Beach I met a great calico named Chacha and learnt that cats were brought to the city by Mayor Lummus … against rodents. Cats rely on volunteers for their food and water and there’s a huge amount of them. There’s a city program to Spay and neuter with the wonderful @sobecats ladies and the feeding is made official by a City Sanctioned badge, yet new cats keep getting dumped daily sadly and there’s a never ending amount of work, emergencies and so on. I was on a feeding rotation but during the pandemic I was left alone caring for so many as people left town or couldn’t afford feeding anymore …I decided to start my own non profit @helpmiamicats . We feed close to 200 and when Batman got paralyzed took him and other special needs cats under my care … @stevensachs69 with the cat room and the amazing people involved devote their lives to these special souls … My life has changed a lot too … way less spare time, way more sweat and tears and lost the person I had by my side who had sadly other priorities … yet gained so much love from these lovely creatures !!! If you can please get involved in any way … follow @helpmiamicats , share, volunteer, adopt … donate … Only together we can make their world a better place !!! And yes … just me feeding the kitties and talking to them … 🤷🏻♀️👀😆❤️🙌”