Finally...

    This is it... I got the most beautiful gift God has given me. I'm finally pregnant yahooooooo.... :) When I calculated it based on the net, I was 8weeks conceiving now! I can't wait to go to my OB Gyne to check my baby... I want to take a shot of my PT, but my camera hasn't battery... Anyway, God knows how happy I am. And hubby doesn't know this yet... I will surprise him when he gets home. Because I can't go back to sleep now, I will browse the net for some tips on pregnancy especially the foods I will take. I'm also looking forward for my baby shower, baby christening and one year birthday yeheyyyyyy.... You're all invited dear followers :)

Food Trip @ MOA

     It's fun, fun, fun Friday... Greetings to all my fellow food bloggers... Have you been in Mall of Asia? I'm sure your answer is yes ;) And of course, when you're there you won't miss the chance to see and stroll the baywalk. A couple of months ago, with our friends we had couples night out and we decided to have a food trip at MOA. We did the marketing first and we chose Aling Tonya's Seafood Palutuan to cook the seafoods that we bought.  And these were the foods that really made our tummy big (especially our husbands LOL)

         Butter-Garlic Shrimp

 

  Stuffed Squid

Tempura

Enseladang Mangga

          If you will notice, my shots were half eaten already. I think you know why hihihihi!!!! Actually, we also  have Sinigang na Maya-Maya sa Miso but I forgot to take a shot :) All the foods were really taste great especially because the seafoods were fresh and the restaurant really cooked it deliciously...  Have a nice weekend everyone!!!

Nutritional Needs Before Conception

      I was married for a year ago and having a child is what Me and Hubby wish for. Although I have PCOS, I'm not loosing a hope that I will bear a child since I read so many testimonials from the net and from real life stories that they were successful after having medication. And now, I'm a month delay on my period and I just vomitted this morning which just some of the symptoms of being pregnant. Well, I'm not yet considering myself as pregnant unless I will take a pregnancy test. But I'm still waiting for another week before I'll do a test. I also browse the net to find a nutritional foods to eat before conceiving. And so, here it is:

   Nutrition is important not only for the expectant mother, but for the mother who is planning to try to conceive.  By making sure that your nutritional stores are at their best, you can help to increase the chances that your pregnancy will be a healthy and successful one and that your baby will be at less of a risk for problems.

   Each day prior to conception, you should try to eat a nutritionally balanced diet.  You should have the following each and every before conception:

You should get 2 to 3 servings of foods that are rich in calcium, such as cheese, yogurt, or low-fat milk.

 You should have up to seven servings of vegetables and fruits, two of which should be rich in folic acid.  Foods rich in folic acid include spinach, broccoli, orange juice, and lentils.  One of your fruits or vegetables should be high in vitamin C, including oranges, papaya, kiwi, or cantaloupe.

 

 To get a significant enough amount of protein, you should have lean meats such as poultry or other lean meats.

 You should have at least six servings of whole-grain foods, such as oatmeal, brown rice, or whole wheat bread.

Be sure to get plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration.  This will also help to increase the amount of cervical mucus that you produce, which is a key component of conception.

In addition, many women choose to begin a prenatal vitamin prior to conception.  A supplement that has at least 400 mcg of folic acid and 18 mg of Iron generally will work best.  Taking these types of supplements can help to reduce many sorts of birth defects.  Some studies suggest that these vitamins can reduce birth defects by as much as 70%.

 If you use caffeine, it is helpful to reduce or stop your caffeine intake before conception.  Some studies show that taking more than 300 mg of caffeine per day can negatively impact fertility.  In addition, caffeine may hinder the ability of your body to absorb calcium and iron.

    

Sweet and Sour Parrot Fish

             " Whooooaaaaa!!!!" that was the word that we uttered when this dish was laid down in our table. This was our diner in our first day at Puerto Galera. The restaurant served live seafoods and you will just make turo-turo and they will take care of the rest. It was my first time to taste that large size parrot fish and  I can say that the meat was tasty and tender plus the sauce, surely you will call the waiter again for extra rice. Happy weekend ahead everyone!!!

Pork Tausi with Tofu

     I'm back.... I really missed this meme and as I checked its been almost 4 months that I don't have a post... Anyway, if you will ask where in this world I am... I've just been busy with my work as a teacher.  But I still didn't forget to take shots of those yummy foods.  And for the new start... here is my entry....

      This is my first time to cook this dish and its a bit salty but  its still fine and were able to finished all. I think I need more practice to cook this next time LOL!!! I just had stir fried for my brocolli just perfect for tofu and pork. Happy eating everyone!!!

Thirst Quenchers

     Summer is finally here... Not only just a summer, the El Niño phenomenon were starting to make our lives miserable. But Filipinos were born survivors. I believed that we will surpass this predicament just like the other natural calamities. So to beat the summer heat, I want to share some thirst quencher recipes that I browsed from the net. I just chose those tropical fruit that are available in the Philipppines. And here they are....

CREAMY MANGO SMOOTHIES

2 mangoes, seed removed, peeled and chopped (2 cups)

2 cups mango sorbet

2 containers (6 oz each)  French vanilla yogurt

1 1/2 cups fat-free (skim) milk or soymilK

HOW TO DO?

1. In blender, place all ingredients. Cover; blend on high speed until smooth.

Did You Know?

Mango adds vitamins A and C, and the yogurt and milk add calcium and vitamin D.

For the best flavor and color, choose ripe mangoes; look for skins that are yellow with blushes of red.

STRAWBEERY- ORANGE SMOOTHIES

2 cups creamy vanilla yogurt

1 cup strawberries

2 tablespoons orange juice

1 tablespoon honey

HOW TO DO ?

1. In blender, place ingredients. Cover, blend on medium speed until smooth. Add more honey to taste if desired.

2. Pour into 3 glasses. Serve immediately.

WATERMELON - LIME  SPRITZER

8 cups Cubed Seedless Watermelon
½ cups Fresh Lime Juice

3 Tablespoons Sugar
Sparkling Or Soda Water

HOW TO DO?
1. In a food processor or blender, puree cubed watermelon until smooth.
2. Add lime juice and sugar; process until all ingredients are combined.
3. To serve, fill a glass about 2/3 with the “base” of the spritzer. Fill the remaining 1/3 of the glass with sparkling water (leaving enough room for ice). Stir and add ice.

PINEAPPLE ORANGE DRINK

6 cups orange juice

2 cans (8 ounces each) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained

16 ice cubes

HOW TO DO?

Place half of the orange juice, pineapple and ice cubes in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Repeat with remaining ingredients. Pour into chilled glasses. Serve immediately.

    I think 4 recipes are enough to share, I hope my dear readers can try one of them. Please let me know ;) As for me, I think I will try the creamy mango smoothy since mangoes are in season today.

My Passion

                                                                          

                                                                                                                           

    These are my Passion: La Germania gas range, Elba electric mixer and some baking utensils. I really want to bake but I can't  because I don't have that in my kitchen. At this time, I don't have yet enough money to buy those three.Knowing that those appliances and utensils were very expensive. But, I'm sure with myself... Someday I will buy those three. Wish me luck ;)