An Indian Parenting & Food Blog by Dr. Mansi Bajaj Malik !
Continuing with our series on Monsoon Menu For Kids , here is a warm hearty wholesome soup for the kiddos - Quinoa Pumpkin Soup with Rajma . A porridge / Daliya like preparation with Quinoa is perfect for pleasant monsoon evening to feel cuddled and comfy . Indian Pumpkin adds to the deliciousness of the... Continue Reading →
Recently food enthusiasts have successfully found (or re-discovered to put it more accurately ) some wonderful superfoods which are fast replacing the refined , processed flour / Maida in Indian snacks all of us love . One of these superfoods belongs to the millet family and is very easy to use . It is the... Continue Reading →
This season I will be sharing healthy Monsoon Menu for kids . According to renowned nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar , during monsoons one should consume More alternate grains like Ragi/Nachni , Jowar and Quinoa More vegetables that grow on creepers like pumpkin and Karela Less of Green Leafy Vegetables More of Lentils/ Dals Occasional treat with... Continue Reading →
Gond Katira also known as Edible gum is a jelly like superfood known to improve immunity and stamina in kids. It distinctly defines summers and vacations in the peak heat of Delhi in my childhood. I remember gulping down jugfull of classic Gondh wala doodh as a kid. This one tradition I had to pass... Continue Reading →
Here is a quick and healthy breakfast or evening snack recipe for the family. I specially recommend it for toddlers and older kids as it is packed with the goodness of spinach . Made with Rava / Suji , these Idlis are delicious and nutritious. Spinach Rava Idli | Breakfast | Snack | Toddler Meal... Continue Reading →
Always in a hurry like me ? Here is a yummy, scrumptious , delicious yet nutritious breakfast or evening snack option for the whole family , especially for kids / toddlers above 1 year . I am always looking for ways to incorporate bananas in my kids' meal as it is a complete nutrition dense... Continue Reading →
Banana is an extremely versatile and super nutrient rich ingredient for kids . From infants to teenagers, it is part of every child's daily diet. It is an excellent way to introduce healthy calories to your child's meals and help him gain adequate weight. Whenever I have Bananas in surplus, I always make sure to... Continue Reading →
Toddlers comprise age group 1 year to 3 years . These meal plans are made for my twins C&I , as being a working mother of twins (I am a doctor by profession) I find it easier to plan in advance. Do read the basic toddler meal rules mentioned below. Vegetarian protein rich options to... Continue Reading →
Losing 25 plus kilos in 12 months is no meagre task. While on a 1200 kCal diet , my dietician usually recommended Veg Kathi Roll for dinner around once a month. In my attempt to eat yummy yet healthy , I have a tried a few variations of the Kathi Roll . Here is a... Continue Reading →
Toddlers comprise age group 1 year to 3 years . These meal plans are made for my twins C&I , as being a working mother of twins (I am a doctor by profession) I find it easier to plan in advance. Do read the basic toddler meal rules mentioned below. Vegetarian protein rich options to... Continue Reading →
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