Written by Beanie Robinson, Nutritionist
Beanie Robinson is one of London's best Nutritionists. She is the Founder of The Health Space, an online Nutrition Clinic that specializes in Weight Loss, Hormonal imbalances; PCOS, IBS, Gut health & Type 2 diabetes.
Planning your wedding can be both thrilling and overwhelming. With so many details to manage, it's easy to get caught up in the excitement. However, amidst all the preparations, it’s essential to prioritise your health, especially when it comes to your diet. A wedding weight loss plan doesn't need to leave you feeling hungry or stressed, especially with everything else on your plate.
The key to a successful wedding diet is balance. Rather than focusing on overly restrictive or crash diets, a personalised nutrition plan that focuses on whole foods can help you feel energised, healthy, and confident on your big day. Quick-fix diets might seem like an easy solution, but they often result in exhaustion, weakness, and dissatisfaction. They can also lead to bounce back, so after the Wedding, everything pops straight back on.
Instead, I create bespoke wedding diet plans that emphasise fresh vegetables, fresh fruits, lean minimally processed protein, organic whole grains, legumes & healthy fats like nuts, and seeds. This approach promotes long-term health and helps you shed unwanted pounds naturally whilst looking and feeling fabulous on your big day.
Read on for my top tips for achieving your best wedding diet.
Top tips for your wedding diet
1. Keep it simple
There's no need for complicated recipes or fancy ingredients when it comes to your wedding diet. Focus on what’s simple, wholesome, and nourishing. Incorporate fresh vegetables that you enjoy and can easily prepare. Reach for snacks like organic greek yoghurt, nuts and lower sugar fresh fruits.
Start your day with a high-protein breakfast, such as organic eggs with sautéed vegetables, which will give you lasting energy. Consider incorporating time-restricted eating into your routine to give your digestive system ample time to process meals while naturally limiting your eating window. Perhaps you introduce a 13 - 14 hour overnight fast, so if you close the kitchen at 7.30pm, you open it at 9.30am the following morning.
2. Mind your calories, but don’t obsess over them
While counting every calorie isn’t necessary or recommended, being mindful of your food intake & portion size is important. A great wedding diet plan is designed to leave you feeling satisfied without needing to track calories constantly. By eliminating processed foods, refined carbohydrates, sugary snacks, wine & beer, you will support the healthy weight loss process. I often recommend starting by identifying and addressing unhealthy habits. Keeping a food journal or just taking photos of your plates for the first week can be a helpful tool in this process to see what your overall diet looks like.
3. Carbs are your ally
Don’t fear carbohydrates, it is just about choosing the right carbohydrates. The key is to focus on complex, unprocessed carbs like root vegetables; squash, sweet potatoes, carrots, beetroot, and parsnips. These vegetable carbohydrates are crucially high in fibre and therefore digest more slowly than white flour carbohydrates like bread, pasta and rice, preventing blood sugar spikes. Avoid simple sugars and processed carbs (the white ones), which can lead to energy crashes, increased cravings, and feelings of sluggishness.
4. Make time for meal prep
Wedding planning schedules can be tight, but setting aside one hour on the weekend for meal prep & planning can save you so much time and stress. Get your salad bar ready to go in your fridge, so it is just about constructing a plate. Batch cooking on weekends ensures that you have healthy, nutritious meals ready to go throughout the week. This is a great way to avoid grabbing unhealthy fast food when you're short on time. Remember protein often needs some preparation, so this might be the first macronutrient to get dropped if you haven't prepped properly. Roast an organic chicken on a sunday and hard boil six eggs so they are ready to go.
Essential components of a successful wedding diet
Healthy fats and protein
Including healthy fats and protein in your diet will not only help you feel full but also keep your blood sugar levels stable. Healthy fats, such as those found in avocados, coconut milk, nuts, seeds, and extra virgin olive oil (unheated), are digested slowly, preventing sudden spikes and crashes in your energy levels. Protein-rich foods, like lean organic meats, well sourced fish, eggs, and plant-based proteins like organic tofu and tempeh, also have a similar effect. For a balanced snack, try pairing cucumber soldiers with hummus and a handful of walnuts for a satisfying and nutritious option.
Regular eating schedule
Maintaining a consistent eating schedule is crucial for stabilising blood sugar levels. Avoid long stretches without food, which can lead to blood sugar dips and cause cravings or overeating later. Try to have a three to three and a half hour gap between meals. Set alarms on your phone for when it is time to eat. If the alarm hasn’t gone off, pop the kettle on and have a herbal tea instead.
Hydration is key
Proper hydration is an often overlooked but essential aspect of a bridal nutrition plan. Water helps increase energy levels, maintain healthy bowels and promote mouth health. Aim to drink at least two litres of water or herbal teas per day. You may want to add some unflavoured electrolytes to your morning water to support your body's hydration levels.
Avoid fad diets
Fad diets may promise rapid weight loss, but they often lead to quick weight re-gain once they’re over. Instead of relying on these unsustainable approaches, focus on establishing healthy, long-term eating habits that you can maintain after the wedding. Incorporating fresh fruits, fresh vegetables, healthy fats and lean proteins, alongside proper hydration, will help you achieve lasting results that don’t end when your wedding day is over.
Increase your physical activity
Pairing your diet with physical activity is essential for achieving your weight loss goals. Remember, movement is medicine to the body. If you don’t already have an exercise routine, try starting with simple daily walks. If you’re already active, consider adding variety with strength training, inclined walking on the treadmill and pilates or yoga. Find types of exercise that you enjoy. Be conscious not to over do the exercise in the weeks leading up to your wedding. Overdoing it could lead to fatigue and extra stress on your body, which is doesn't need when it is already preparing for your big day.
Why a bespoke bridal nutrition plan works
One of the most important things to remember when planning your wedding nutrition is that there’s no one-size-fits-all approach. Every bride is different, and each body has unique needs. This is why a personalised bridal nutrition plan is so effective. By working with a professional to create a tailored approach, you’ll receive expert guidance on how to meet your weight loss and wellness goals in a sustainable way.
A bespoke wedding diet plan will not only help you lose unwanted pounds but will also ensure you feel energetic, happy, and radiant as you walk down the aisle. Rather than relying on temporary fixes or restrictive measures, this personalised approach encourages lasting, healthy habits that will benefit you beyond your wedding day. Remember, give yourself plenty of time, 3 – 6 months to avoid last minute FAD diets.
Ready to start your wedding nutrition journey?
If you’re ready to feel your best and glow on your special day, my bridal nutrition and wedding weight loss programme is designed to help you achieve your goals. With over 250 five-star reviews from people who’ve experienced real results, my approach focuses on providing support without the stress of fad diets.
By following a bespoke wedding diet plan, you’ll have the tools to build sustainable habits that support your health, confidence, and well-being as you approach your wedding day. No crash diets, no extreme calorie cutting — just balanced, nutrient-dense foods to make you feel amazing inside and out.
Click here to learn more about my Bridal Nutrition Programme and start your journey to a healthier, happier you. Let’s make your wedding day the perfect celebration of your health, beauty, and love!
Beanie Robinson, Nutritionist
Beanie Robinson is a leader in sustainable healthy weight loss, hormonal imbalances; PCOS & IBS. Her personal journey with PCOS left her searching for a natural and holistic way of alleviating her symptoms. She has since dedicated her life to helping others optimise their health through Nutrition & Lifestyle medicine. Beanie passionately believes in our bodies capacity to heal & guides clients on their journey to full health & vitality.
