Tom Brady reveals how life after football changed his eating habits

Tom Brady has revealed that his famously rigid diet has loosened since retiring from professional football, embracing a more balanced approach in his day-to-day life.

The seven-time Super Bowl champion, who retired in 2022, told CNBC that while he continues to make healthy choices, he now allows for more flexibility, especially with family.

"I think it's moderation in all things," Brady said. "People have kinda gone overboard with the rigidity of my lifestyle or diet. I have kids and I have Halloweens and birthday parties, and we're like a normal family, so I try to make really healthy choices as often as possible. But when you're watching football games and you're at games, traveling, and you're in airports, I understand the reality of life as well."

Brady, 48, shares three children: Jack, 18, with former partner Bridget Moynahan, and Benjamin, 16, and Vivian, 13, with his ex-wife Gisele Bündchen.

The NFL legend even treats his kids to Nutella-based meals, saying, "I make Nutella pancakes for my kids. When we were over in Milan for the Winter Olympics, we were eating Nutella pizzas."

Despite occasional speculation about a comeback, Brady confirmed that an NFL return is unlikely due to his role as a minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders.

"I actually have inquired, and they don't like that idea very much. So I'm going to leave it at that," he said. "We explored a lot of different things, and I'm very happily retired. Let me just say that, too."

Reflecting on his final season with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Brady admitted that it was particularly challenging amid personal struggles.

"My last season was tough. I was going through a lot of personal family issues, and it just took a lot out of me in terms of my ability to play," he shared.

Now, Brady appears focused on enjoying family life, maintaining a healthy lifestyle with a touch of indulgence, and embracing the "reality of life" beyond the NFL spotlight.