The chef reveals Benzema's cooking secrets

"I firmly believe in the extraordinary nutritional power of microalgae. It is an unparalleled source of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids. It also provides other healthy fats, vitamins, carotenes and other antioxidants. So I often add spirulina and chlorella menus," said Mastromatteo, who is responsible for developing the diet of striker Karim Benzema.

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi also regularly use algae in their daily meals, according to World Sports News. This helps them stay healthy even over the age of 34.

Spirulina is known as "green gold". According to the World Health Organization, this super food has a protein content of 70% and is rich in vitamins (A, B1, B2, C, D, E and K), iron, magnesium, potassium and other minerals.

Chlorella is a freshwater algae with a protein content of 60%. It helps slow aging, purify blood, fight anemia and avoid inflammation. "They have a lot of nutritional value, because with only a small amount, you get a lot of vegetable protein. The body absorbs them better than animal protein," Mastromatteo asserts.

In addition to diet, football stars also adhere to strict sports plans. That allowed them to average 40 games a season in good form. Last season, Benzema played 46 games and scored 44 goals. By winning La Liga and the Champions League, the French striker became the first candidate to win the Ballon d 'Or in 2022.