The antioxidant-rich superfoods can shield skin cells from age-linked damage, which could also improve skin appearanceShawna Healey Affiliates and reviews writer, Andrew Nuttall and Nina Crighton
15:00, 13 May 2025
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Kate Middleton’s ‘favourite’ quick snack is a 53p anti-ageing superfood available at ASDA(Image: Getty Images)
When it comes to the Royal family, I always find the little things to be the most interesting things about them – including what they eat in a day. Kate Middleton is known for making for healthy choices, so it should come as no surprise that she reaches for nutrient-dense superfoods when she’s feel peckish.
The Princess of Wales was spotted alongside husband Prince William at a VE Day event at Westminster Abbey last week and she looked absolutely glowing. A recent article for HELLO Magazine revealed the future Queen’s food preferences, showing one of the mother-of-three’s go-to snacks – including one that is said to help reduce the visible signs of ageing.
It’s reported that she opts for healthier alternatives like raw fruits over processed sweets, with goji berries being a particular favourite. Originating from China, this fruit can be enjoyed in various forms – raw, dried, or cooked. Some people choose to incorporate this powerful superfood into smoothies alongside other nutritious fruits and vegetables.
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A packet of dried goji berries can be bought from Asda for just £1.50. The 100g pack contains three servings, which works out at roughly 53p per 33g portion, reports CambridgeshireLive.
Kate Middleton is also said to favour a bottle of ‘organic Botox’ to keep her skin looking young and tight. Michelle Obama’s makeup artist, Carl Ray, revealed in an interview that the Royal recommended the Biotulin Supreme Skin Gel to the former first lady after using it and loving it herself.
The Biotulin Supreme Skin Gel contains a blend of hydrating powerhouse hyaluronic acid, as well as concentrated Spilanthol, a plant-derived ingredient said to have a muscle relaxing effect, the Liverpool Echo mentions. Made in German labs, the Biotulin gel promises to visibly reduce wrinkles within one hour, and now it’s had a slight price shave, down to £39 from the original price of £44.
Kate Middleton is said to favour face products that create ‘Botox effects’ without going under the needle(Image: PA Wire)
A slightly more pricey cream that the Princess of Wales reportedly often reaches for is Rodial’s Bee Venom and Placenta 24 Carat Gold Ultimate Creme. Infused with real gold bee venom, it typically retails for £750 but shoppers currently save 87%. bringing the price down to £95.
This isn’t your typical moisturiser. The formula includes bee venom (often referred to as ‘nature’s Botox’), which works by subtly fooling the skin into increasing collagen and elastin production. The result is tighter, more lifted skin, without any needles, mentions the Express.
Then there’s the placenta protein-derived from plants, which helps to nourish and rejuvenate tired skin. It’s packed with amino acids and nutrients that aid cell turnover, making it a blessing when your face is looking a bit ‘meh’ after a long week.
Kate Middleton is said to be a massive fan of Rodial’s Bee Venom & Placenta 24 Carat Gold Ultimate Crème(Image: Rodial)
Finally, the ingredient that gives it a Royal touch: 24-carat gold. Not only does it sound incredibly luxurious, but gold also has genuine skincare benefits. It can help soothe inflammation, enhance circulation and give your skin a natural glow. Quite literally, a golden glow.
If you’re on a pre-summer health kick and are looking for a change from the usual supermarket fruit selection, goji berries could be worth a try. Known for their distinctive sweet and sour flavour, goji berries contain vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and amino acids.
Goji berries are believed to be beneficial in slowing down signs of ageing and supporting eye health, with a 2021 study suggesting that their regular consumption might reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration in middle-aged individuals.
Goji berries are said to be one of Kate’s go-to snacks(Image: Getty Images)
These antioxidant-rich superfoods can shield skin cells from age-linked damage, which could also improve skin appearance. Healthline says that goji berries are also abundant in iron, essential for transporting oxygen and producing red blood cells.
Goji berries have also been associated with lower cholesterol levels and enhanced heart health. An expert quoted in a BBC Good Food article said: “Long term consumption of goji berries has been shown to decrease LDL cholesterol and help in the prevention of cardiovascular disease.”
Research cited in the article indicates that polysaccharides present in goji berries may help control blood pressure and reduce bad cholesterol, offering some defence against heart problems. However, some people need to be cautious when snacking on these red berries.
There can be potential interactions with blood-thinning and diabetic medications and eating too many goji berries may lead to digestive upset or allergic reactions. Additionally, being a dried fruit, goji berries contain sugar, so those with blood sugar issues should be careful not to overindulge.