As a new parent you’re dealing with so much uncertainty, angst and confusion about pretty much everything. Feeding your baby is one of the challenges to encounter on a daily basis. Having had the pleasure of going through this learning process myself, I understand that there are frustrations about the lack of information and comprehensive guidance on this topic. That’s why I created this complete, but short, guide to baby’s first foods including a feeding-at-a-glance cheat sheet, detailed tips on feeding a baby solids and a recipe guide to get you started. Recipes are here.
Cranberry Coconut Almond Bites
These cranberry almost-cookie dough bites are simple and fast to prepare, better for you than cookies, and so delicious, you have to be careful not to overeat. Make a batch in 10 minutes.
Jicama Carrot Gnocchi & Pea Mint Pesto
with Horseradish Flax Seed Crisps
Sounds sophisticated, doesn’t it? Well, it’s not that tricky to prepare but you need a bit of time to pull it off. You can even prepare a few things in advance if your schedule doesn’t allow to prepare everything at once.
Thai Peanut Zucchini Noodles
When you’re hungry but you really need to get work done in the afternoon, you might want to try this light lunch – you can eat this raw as a salad or heated. Prep the veggies a night ahead, so you’re good to go when the stomach starts rumbling.
Apricot Pistachio Coconut Bars
When I am in need of a quick, healthy snack I love to make fruit, nut and seed bars. I batch prepare and keep them in the fridge – in theory, you can store them up to a month but I always eat them within a few days. Check out this one made with dried apricots, raw pistachios, coconut and almond butter.
Rum Balls
Orange-Fennel * Coconut-Lavender * Cayenne Pepper
Nothing is saying Winter Holidays more than a good batch of my signature rum balls. This year, I created a set of new flavors to indulge on.
Coconut Pumpkin Porridge
Busy morning but tired of oatmeal and English muffin? Try this awesome, 5-minute coconut pumpkin porridge! No grains, no dairy, no soy, no sugar – just good-for-you delicious food.
Carbohydrates for Performance
Why, how much, what and when?
Carbohydrate needs are a widely discussed topic in the media. In times when myths are mixing with scientific knowledge, it is not surprising that many athletes remain unsure of the amount and kind of carbohydrate they need to support their training and optimize performance.
Smoothie Line-Up
I did this smoothie line-up for a presentation and received great feedback for it. Not all of them are for everyone but I’m sure you’ll find your favorite (mine are the avocado & mint and the spicy mango smoothie). Try ’em all!
Chocolate Nut and Fennel Cake
This flourless cake doesn’t need baking, is vegan and so delicious that you’ll want to eat the whole thing at once. It takes some time to prepare, though.