The Queen became the oldest British sovereign ever in December 2007 after surpassing the record set by Queen Victoria, who lived to the age of 81. Now as the Queen marked her 96th birthday on April 21, she is merely years away from celebrating her centenary.Express.co.uktakes a look at the Queen's impressive diet, exercise regimen and sleep routine that may have contributed to her long life.
The Queen is thought to swear by a cup of Earl Grey every morning, but she foregoes the usual milk and sugar.
For breakfast, it's anything from cereal, toast, yoghurt and marmalade, but the Queen is also thought to be a fan of kippers.
The Queen's love of fish means her diet is likely packed with essential Omega-3, as she is also thought to favour fish dishes for dinner too.
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While eating alone, the Queen is thought to avoid starchy food like pasta and potatoes, opting instead for protein like meat or fish with vegetables.
But when she wants to indulge, former royal chef Darren McGrady has previously revealed that the Queen loves chocolate biscuit cake and ginger cake.
The Queen is also known to take an afternoon tea every day, complete with the traditional finger sandwiches and scones.
And when the monarch wants to unwind in the evening, her favourite tipple is thought to be a gin and a Dubonnet, which happens to hold a royal warrant from the Queen.
Many credit avoiding full-time retirement as the reason behind their vigour in older age, and at nearly 96, the Queen can certainly appear to be an example of this.
On her 21st birthday, then-Princess Elizabeth pledged that her entire life, "whether it be long or short", would be devoted to royal service, and the Queen is still adhering to her promise.
On the eve of her accession anniversary earlier this year, the Queen said "it gives me pleasure to renew to you the pledge I gave in 1947 that my life will always be devoted to your service."
Although the Queen has scaled back her public appearances in recent months, she continues with her royal duties as the nation's sovereign, attending to paperwork and ensuring proper governance.
Despite experiencing mobility problems presently, the Queen still receives visitors at her Windsor Castle base and via virtual means on a regular basis.
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Queen's sleep, diet and exercise regime help keep her young at heart as she turns 96 - Express
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