‘Enlightening Conversations’ - Nutritionist
During this time of self isolation it’s important we don’t fall into the habit of grabbing chocolate out of the cupboard every time we enter the kitchen. I am as guilty as anyone. My version of ‘crunch and sip’ quickly turned to ‘chips and wine’ during our first week of home schooling (maybe even after day 1). So I decided to call on my good friend nutritionist Elly Grenfell from Health N Harmony Nutrition to ask her for a few simple tips to maintain my family’s nutrition during our time of isolation.
What are you top 5 main staples for the pantry?
My top pantry stables include the following:
Nuts + Seeds
High protein grains eg. Quinoa, Amaranth, Buckwheat etc
Legumes; dried lentils, chickpeas, beans etc
Tinned tomatoes, coconut milk/cream, chickpeas; and
Good quality pasta; brown rice, quinoa, buckwheat or whole grain
Best healthy snacks to satisfy a craving?
One of my favourites is an easy Raw Nut + Seeded Slice - here is the recipe -
Ingredients:
60g Figs
40g Quinoa Flakes
25g Macadamia Butter
20g Sunflower seeds
40g Almonds
10g Sesame Seeds
10g Pumpkin Seeds
20g Shredded Coconut
20g Rice Malt Syrup
1 Tsp. Cinnamon
2 Tbsp. Water
Method:
Soak the Figs in hot water for 5 minutes, once soft, drain the water and put in a food processor.
Add all remaining ingredients into food processor. Blitz until all combined.
Press mixture into a tray and refrigerate for an 1hr until firm.
Do you have any nutrition tips or products you recommend for pregnant and new mum’s?
Protein and good fats with each meal (including snacks)
Plenty of water, and
Utilising smoothies for meals (packing them full of nutrients). One of my favourite is the Green Goddess Smoothie
Ingredients:
1⁄2 Frozen Banana
2 Handfuls Baby Spinach (or Mixed Greens)
1⁄2 green apple
1⁄4 Cup Parsley Leaves
1⁄4 Tsp. Matcha Green Tea
2 Cups Coconut Water
Method:
Blend all the ingredients together in a high-speed blender.
What snacks do you recommend for the kids?
There are so many great healthy options available for kids. Some of them include protein balls, smoothies, nutrient dense slices, egg muffins, vegetables sticks with dips, apple slices with nut butters, mini quiches, popcorn, chia puddings, avocado mousse.
Thanks Elly x