In detail: This is what Cristiano Ronaldo eats and drinks

Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the greatest sports stars in the world. 

About two weeks ago, Manchester United confirmed that Ronaldo will make his return to the club. 

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Over the past weekend, Ronaldo enjoyed a dream return as a Manchester United player by scoring twice as the Red Devils beat Newcastle 4-1 in front of a rocking Old Trafford. 

The star is just five months away from his 37th birthday but he's still in incredible shape. His diet is a big reason why he is still performing at a world-class level. But what exactly does he eat and drink?

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His former chef, Giorgio Barone, has gone into detail about what Ronaldo fuels his body with.

Despite having all the money in the world, Ronaldo chooses not to eat "expensive food".

“There are no expensive foods,” Barone told the Mirror.

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“But healthy foods. I use organic and natural foods - fish, chicken, veal, eggs, avocado, coconut oil and black rice."

Barone continued by saying that he tries to avoid sugars, fats, and carbohydrates, and he drinks a lot of water. 

"Ronaldo doesn't consume any fizzy drinks.

“Of course, it’s all combined with hard training. But rest is as fundamental as training and nutrition - including in the afternoon. And eating early in the evening, not late.”

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Image Credit: Instagram/ Cristiano Ronaldo