Cristiano Ronaldo's favorite dish revealed that keeps him in shape at 40

Cristiano Ronaldo remains a paragon of professionalism and dedication to his craft, allowing him to maintain fantastic form even at 40 years old. According to the Daily Mail, it has been revealed what dish the Portuguese star loves to eat to stay in peak physical condition.

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It is noted that the footballer enjoys a special Portuguese dish called Bacalhau a Bras. It consists of salted cod, onions, potatoes, and eggs and is prepared very quickly. According to Ronaldo, he cooks it using his mother's recipe and eats it quite often. Ronaldo also admitted that this dish reminds him of his childhood and gives him strength.

Additionally, the Portuguese footballer's diet includes high-protein meals and minimal consumption of alcohol and sugar. Ronaldo prefers to drink plain water with his meals.

This approach allows Cristiano to maintain excellent form throughout his career and avoid serious injuries. As a result, he has become one of the greatest footballers in history, winning numerous trophies, including 5 Ballon d'Or awards and 5 Champions League titles.