Jackie Kennedy’s Guilty Pleasure Is Every Woman’s Favorite Snack

By Melanie Aman Updated: May 8, 2017

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Most of us are familiar with the phrase “eat like a bird,” but former First Lady Jackie Kennedy gives that term a whole new meaning.

In her new book, Jackie’s Girl, Kathy McKeon, Kennedy’s assistant for 12 years, frankly describes her boss’s life. According to McKeon, Jackie was so determined to maintain her 120-pound weight that she consumed only 600 calories per day. Per WebMD, a “moderately active woman” should eat almost 2,000 calories every day.

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Jackie was only 5-feet-7-inches tall, so that magic number of 120 seems even smaller on her tall frame. To maintain her goal weight, she adhered to a strict diet. In the morning she would eat a hard-boiled egg and tea. For lunch she would munch on cottage cheese and fruit, and for dinner she had a poached chicken breast and salad. She would snack on plain yogurt too during the day.

Despite such a limited eating plan, Jackie did occasionally splurge on a cheat meal: ice cream! According to McKeon, Jackie would sneak bites of the cool sweet treat in the evenings straight from the tub. Who among us can’t relate to that?!

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In general, the meals Jackie consumed were certainly pretty healthy. Eggs are chock-full of protein and keep your energy levels steady, while yogurt is rich in healthy probiotics and is, amazingly, a natural cure for insomnia. But limiting yourself to only 600 calories per day—especially when you’re not trying to lose large amounts of weight—is not something we can get behind and certainly not a sustainable diet for longevity.

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Of course, as the wife of the president, Jackie was expected to look picture-ready at all times. Her desire to stay at 120 pounds was probably part of that pressure—though we’re so glad she enjoyed the occasional ice cream treat! Her attention to detail—in both diet and dress—is why she’ll always be remembered for her impeccable style and class She was perfect the way she was!

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See Jackie Kennedy’s most iconic fashion moments.

18 Jackie Kennedy First Lady Photo

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Jackie Kennedy remains one of the most beloved first ladies, and her signature style is recognized all over the world.
01 Jackie Kennedy Wedding

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Jackie Kennedy's iconic wedding dress was created by American designer Ann Lowe. However, Jackie herself later admitted she was not a fan of the dress and would have preferred something more simple.
17 Jackie Kennedy Hair

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Jackie's signature bouffant hairstyle, created by Kenneth Battelle, was copied by women everywhere.
02 Jackie Kennedy Inauguration

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In 1961, the night before her husband's inauguration, Jackie wore this beautiful cream dress to the Inaugural Gala. It was created by American designer Oleg Cassini, who would go on to make many more of Jackie's most iconic outfits.
09 Jackie Kennedy Inauguration Coat

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On the way to her husband's inauguration, Jackie wore a simple wool coat with large buttons and a fur collar, which was also designed by Cassini.
07 Jackie Kennedy Hats

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Throughout her time as first lady, Jackie was famous for her pillbox hats, many of which were designed by Halston.
08 Jackie Kennedy Suits

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Jackie's colorful suits are well-documented. She wore this Chez Ninon set during a CBS tour of the White House in 1962 after it had undergone massive renovations, and ended up winning an Emmy for this broadcast.
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In 1962, at a state dinner in honor of Andre Malraux, the French Minister of Culture, Jackie donned a baby pink Guy Douvier dress.
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On a goodwill trip to India in 1962, Jackie dazzled in a peach Cassini dress. She's also pictured wearing her signature triple-strand pearls, designed by Kenneth Jay Lane.
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On the same visit to India, Jackie wore this beautiful floor-length white gown to a dinner.
14 Jackie Kennedy Engagement Ring

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Even though Jackie is recognized by pearls, her engagement ring from JFK is a stunner. The Van Cleef & Arpels ring is almost 8 carats of diamonds and emeralds.
13 Jackie Kennedy Brooch

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Another of Jackie's favorite jewelry pieces was this brooch designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany. It was a gift from her husband to celebrate the birth of their son.
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After she left the White House, oversized, dark sunglasses became a distinct part of her style.
03 Jackie Kennedy Headscarf

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Headscarves made some appearances during her husband's time in office, but they became her go-to accessory during her second marriage.
05 Jackie Kennedy Casual

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Jackie looked stylish even when she opted for a casual outfit. Her white flared jeans and untucked black turtleneck set another trend.