Week 31: Your baby is now storing up nutrients on its own
Your baby is starting to store calcium, iron, phosphorus and other vitamins and minerals that will power his or her growth and development during the first six months after birth. Your baby will store some of these vitamins and minerals in the new layer of fat that’s rapidly accumulating around its body.
Essential Nutrients this Week: Calcium, Iron, Phosphorus, Omega-3 fatty acids, Choline, Vitamin B12
Food of the Week: Anchovies
Anchovies are an excellent source of DHA and other omega-3 fatty acids. In addition, anchovies are rich in protein, calcium, potassium, zinc, phosphorus, niacin and vitamins B12, E and K. One 45g can of anchovies also delivers 2.63mg of iron as well as moderate amounts of magnesium, vitamin D and vitamin B6.
Recipes of the Week
Carrot Salad with Feta and Anchovies
The marinated white anchovies make this carrot salad stand out by adding a nice vinegary bite (if you opt for regular anchovies, season with less salt).
Pasta with Anchovy Butter and Tomatoes
On the days you don’t feel like cooking, make this. A very simple pasta dish, made nutritious and flavoursome thanks to the anchovies. This easy-peasy pregnancy recipe takes no time at all to throw together. You’ll be glad you bothered to cook (rather than order take out). Enjoy.
Tuna Nicoise Salad
We love this tuna nicoise salad recipe by Chef Pete Evans. It’s fresh, light and full of flavour. Instead of the traditional white potato, this recipe uses fennel bulbs. You could also substitute sweet potato, parsnip, Jerusalem artichoke, carrot or pumpkin. Enjoy for lunch or dinner, knowing this pregnancy recipe will nourish you and your baby.
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