32 Wellness Habits from Meghan Markle

Meghan Markle has consistently championed a healthy lifestyle, frequently sharing insights into her wellness habits.

Before her royal days, while she was still portraying Rachel Zane on the popular TV show Suits, Meghan managed a renowned lifestyle and wellbeing blog named The Tig.

This platform featured content ranging from beauty and fashion to food, travel, and wellness advice.

Although she closed the blog upon joining the royal family, her enthusiasm for these topics remained undiminished.

As a fervent advocate for well-being, Meghan excels in inspiring us to enhance our daily lives through healthier choices.

Her lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, marks her venture into creating a personal lifestyle brand dedicated to helping everyone live more fulfilling, healthier lives.

We've curated 32 of Meghan's top health habits to motivate you, covering everything from discovering your own creative outlets to understanding the importance of daily movement.

Prioritize Home-Cooked Meals

Cooking your own meals is a fundamental healthy habit.

Meghan reportedly enjoys traditional home-cooked meals and values the time spent with family during dinner.

One of her favorite dishes is a vegan version of the Canadian classic, poutine, available at By Chloe, one of her preferred eateries.

Find a Creative Outlet You Enjoy

Balancing her roles as a businesswoman, mother, and wife, Meghan also ensures she has personal creative outlets to relax and recharge.

Notably, before her royal duties, she ran The Tig, a blog that explored various aspects of modern life from fashion to food and travel.

Use Supplements That Suit Your Needs

In an interview with Grazia, Meghan emphasized the role of health supplements in her wellness routine.

She specifically mentioned magnesium (for bone health and sleep quality), Vitamin B-12 (for blood and nerve cell regulation), and ashwagandha (for cognitive function enhancement and anxiety reduction).

Incorporate More Greens Into Your Diet

During a Best Health interview in 2019, Meghan shared that while filming Suits, she endeavored to maintain a mostly vegan and plant-based diet during the week, allowing more flexibility on weekends.

Incorporating a few plant-based meals each week not only boosts your vegetable intake but also reduces your carbon footprint.

Use Exercise as Meditation

Meghan advocates for using exercise as a form of meditation.

Whether running or engaging in other physical activities, she believes exercise helps clear the mind and provides a space to focus on oneself, offering perspective and mental clarity.

Indulge in Wellness Treatments Occasionally

Wellness treatments are essential for holistic self-care.

Meghan, a long-time advocate of acupuncture and Eastern medicine, has used these practices to alleviate severe migraines and chronic pain.

Acupuncture involves inserting thin needles to stimulate sensory nerves, while cupping creates suction to reduce inflammation and pain.

Keep Tea Tree Oil Handy

Meghan revealed to Allure that she always carries a bottle of Australian tea tree oil.

While it may not be glamorous, she considers it a versatile remedy for everything from acne to mosquito bites and minor cuts.

Additionally, tea tree oil is effective against body odor and can enhance the benefits of your moisturizer.

By embracing these habits, you can draw inspiration from Meghan Markle to lead a healthier, more balanced life.

Taking Breaks from Social Media

We all find ourselves endlessly scrolling through social media and staying up late browsing shopping websites.

This constant use of phones and social media has already been shown to affect our physical and mental health in various ways.

According to The Independent, one crucial health tip shared by the Duchess during a visit to Wellington, New Zealand in 2018, when she met members of a youth program, is to remain cautious about social media and how people present themselves online.

While this advice was directed at younger individuals who seem to be increasingly online in everyday life, it's a principle that everyone can appreciate.

Having a Support System to Stay Connected

Sometimes, we all need to rely on friends and family for a lift when we're feeling down.

For Meghan, part of her support system comes from her closest friends.

In a (now-archived) article on her old blog titled ‘Be Your Own Valentine,’ she praised two friends, who are also Suits co-stars, for always offering "sage advice" and stopping her in her tracks when she was being unkind to herself.

Be Mindful of Your Posture

Although not directly from Meghan herself, one habit she clearly followed during her days on screen as Rachel Zane in the legal drama Suits was maintaining good posture.

Her trainer, Craig McNamee, revealed to Women's Health that part of Meghan’s fitness routine involved exercises to ensure she maintained proper posture.

These included posterior chain exercises and plenty of core work. It sounds tough but rewarding!

Adopting a Holistic Approach to Health and Well-being

As we age, taking care of ourselves becomes increasingly important.

When discussing aging and the significance of wellness, the Duchess mentioned (per Vogue Australia) that she has changed her approach to aging and self-care.

She emphasized that she doesn’t take care of herself for “aesthetic reasons” but because of how she feels inside and out.

Journaling and Taking Time to Reflect

During an interview on the Teenager Therapy podcast, Meghan opened up about her relationship with journaling and self-reflection.

She candidly shared how journaling has helped her through tough times, allowing her to “reflect on where I've come from” and put significant issues into perspective.

Journaling is a simple way to release thoughts and clear your mind of worries. It's also beneficial to keep your journals so you can look back and see how far you've come.

You Are Your Own Best Company

Despite being a wife, mother, and full-time businesswoman, the Duchess recommends spending time alone as one of her top health habits.

In a now-archived blog post, Meghan wrote about how seeing a movie alone or taking yourself out to dinner is a great way to simply ‘be.’

In another post, she shared how she once spent nearly a month trying to “eat everything, meditate often, and simply love my life, every ounce of it” (think of the famous novel and movie Eat, Pray, Love philosophy). Those are excellent words to live by.

Exploring New Food Combinations

Meghan once revealed on her blog that one of her favorite ways to stay curious and treat herself is to try new food combinations.

Her favorite treat, you might ask? A 'red wine hot chocolate' (per Elle UK). This decadent drink, similar to a Hot Toddy cocktail, is described by Meghan as a “remarkably easy yet decadent dessert.”

Hiking - If You Can

It’s no secret that Meghan is a huge fan of the outdoors, and living in California provides the perfect environment to maintain that healthy habit.

When she isn't attending galas, events, or being a full-time mom, Meghan is often spotted in the hills surrounding LA, hiking with friends or sometimes alone.

So next time you feel cooped up and bored, why not dust off your walking boots and find a local trail to conquer? It’s a free and fantastic way to stay fit and get out into nature.

Don't Forget to Breathe

Life can get busy, and when it does, we sometimes forget to do simple things that can help center us and provide focus.

One of Meghan’s top health tips is just to breathe (not a huge surprise!).

According to Hello!, a non-negotiable in her undoubtedly busy life that we can all benefit from is taking a moment to breathe “slowly and mindfully.”

Using breathing exercises can help with various issues we encounter in daily life, from falling asleep to relieving pain.

Try Her 'Daily Motivation' Technique to Keep Up Your Fitness Routine

From core-strengthening Pilates to using treadmills to break a sweat, sometimes we just don’t feel like exercising, even though we know it's good for us.

One of Meghan’s tried and tested methods to stay motivated and on track is daily motivation.

She revealed to Women's Health that on those days when you don’t feel like working out, remembering how “euphoric” you can feel afterward is a great way to keep yourself motivated and ready.

Explore Mindful Drinking

In an interview with Best Health, the Duchess shared that she enjoys a glass of wine when relaxing and having some personal time but does so in moderation.


"Do the things you enjoy within reason. Know your body and what works for you, and you’ll be fine," she expressed. We wholeheartedly agree on the importance of moderation and listening to your body.

One easy way to manage your alcohol intake is through 'mindful drinking,' which involves being aware of how much and why you drink.

Regular Facials (or Gua Sha)

Long before dating Prince Harry and becoming associated with the royal family, Meghan inspired wellness and health routines.

In a 2014 interview with Birchbox, she revealed her enthusiasm for facial massages by celebrity aesthetician Nicola Joss, who sculpts faces “from the inside out.” While visiting a facialist can be costly, you can achieve the same sculpted effect at home using a gua sha tool.

Practicing Gratitude

Gratitude is a tried-and-true self-care and wellness habit many of us swear by.

Simple actions like appreciating the beauty around us or being thankful for our bodies and how they serve us are free yet effective health habits that show results quickly.

Meghan believes in the power of gratitude. On her now-archived blog, she wrote that we all have much to be thankful for and that everyone has their unique purpose. Check out this useful guide on various ways to practice gratitude.

Eating Heart-Healthy Foods

The Duchess has mentioned in several interviews that one of her favorite lunches is a simple Japanese dish: sashimi. This high-quality raw fish is rich in heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, making it a beneficial and satisfying meal.

If you're not a fan of sushi or fish, there are plenty of other omega-3-rich foods you can add to your diet, including walnuts, certain types of eggs, and vegetables like spinach and Brussels sprouts.

It's Important to Prioritize Your Mental Health

Eating well, exercising, and generally taking care of yourself are all vital health habits.

However, these rituals would be meaningless without good mental health, something both Meghan and Prince Harry prioritize.

In various candid interviews and on her Archetypes podcast, Meghan has discussed her struggles with mental health, emphasizing the importance of talking to share experiences and stay connected during tough times.

The benefits of therapy and finding the right type for you cannot be overstated.

You Don’t Need to Splurge on a Gym Membership

Sometimes a gym membership can feel too expensive, especially if you don't always use it. Meghan advocates for maintaining her fitness routine affordably.

In a 2016 interview with Women's Health, she shared her love for at-home workout DVDs and spontaneous runs.

Downloading workout apps is another great way to maximize your treadmill usage.

Taking Time for Yourself

In the same 2016 interview with Women's Health, Meghan revealed that one of her top healthy habits, which also serves as self-care, is taking proper time for herself.

She mentioned, "Taking an hour to decompress, watch mindless TV, snuggle with my dogs, and enjoy a glass of wine" as part of her "investment" in balance.

Small rituals and treats are essential for disconnecting from our busy daily lives. This can take many forms, such as treating your skin to an at-home facial or finding a new TV show to binge-watch.

Green Juices Really Are Worth It

Instead of reaching for a coffee or sugary drink, consider following Meghan's advice and opt for a green juice.

According to Today, the Duchess believes in the health benefits of green juices, calling them a “nice pick-me-up.”

Whether as a post-workout refresher or an accompaniment to a meal, a green juice (or smoothie) is an excellent, easy-to-follow health habit.

Meghan recommends blending apple, kale, spinach, lemon, and ginger for a revitalizing juice.

Consider Stress Patches

In 2023, Meghan was seen wearing a small white sticker on her wrist. It was later revealed to be an anti-stress patch.

These patches are said to promote calm, relieve anxiety, and create a sense of zen.

The patches, which gained popularity following Meghan’s sighting, work by slowly releasing stress-relieving ingredients like B vitamins and CBD into the bloodstream.

While their effectiveness has not yet been medically proven, some studies indicate that ingredients like CBD can penetrate the skin to offer a sense of calm.

Breakfast Really Is the Most Important Meal of the Day

Royal biographers Omid Scobie and Carolyn Durand highlight that the Duchess never skips breakfast to kick off her day.

In their book Finding Freedom, which chronicles Harry and Meghan's life, the authors detail how Meghan's routine starts with "a cup of hot water with a slice of lemon, followed by her favorite breakfast of steel-cut oats (usually prepared with almond or soy milk) topped with bananas and agave syrup for sweetness." Looks like we have some new breakfast inspiration!

Using Lash Serum for Beautiful Eyelashes

Meghan's straightforward yet efficient approach to skincare and makeup is one of the reasons she has become a style icon for many.

Her signature fluttery eyelashes aren’t from traditional strip lashes but from a powerful lash serum she firmly believes in for achieving effortlessly pretty eyelashes.

In an interview with Allure, the Duchess shared her fondness for the serum from RevitaLash, which features ingredients touted to strengthen and lengthen lashes, giving them a fluttery, strip-lash effect.

Embracing a Daily Affirmation

Writing on her once-popular (now-deleted) lifestyle blog The Tig, Meghan revealed that by her 33rd birthday, she had found happiness after years of searching.

In this blog post, she shared how, despite experiencing a challenging decade in her 20s, a meeting with a casting director introduced her to the powerful mantra, "You need to know you are enough." Following that idea, adopting a personal mantra to repeat to yourself or display nearby can be an excellent way to stay motivated, particularly during tough times.

Yoga, Naturally!

Meghan grew up surrounded by yoga and its numerous benefits, as her mother was an instructor.

Her favorite type of yoga class? An intense Vinyasa session, as she mentioned in an interview with Best Health Magazine.

A slower, but sometimes more vigorous type of practice, these classes are often called Vinyasa 'flows' due to the smooth transitions between poses, which are held for longer durations.

Regardless of the type, any form of yoga is a beneficial health habit worth adopting.

Her Trustworthy Skincare Routine

Many of us face varying skin concerns influenced by age, diet, and other factors.

The Duchess follows a remarkably simple skincare regimen, revealing that a good mild exfoliant and serum form the foundation of her coveted, signature glowy complexion.

Understanding your skin type and perfecting your skincare routine might require some experimentation, but it's definitely worth the effort.

Working Out With a Partner

On the Mad World podcast in 2022, Prince Harry disclosed that both he and Meghan are enthusiastic about boxing as a way to stay fit.

Meghan's interest in boxing began before meeting the Prince, as she was a long-time client of Jorge Blanco while filming the hit American TV series Suits.

Blanco revealed in an interview with Vanity Fair Spain that their training sessions included various activities, from martial arts to boxing and kickboxing. Sounds intense!

Source: womanandhome

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