“A meal for two” is a simple, old rule that comes from increased nutritional requirements during pregnancy. But is this the correct way? Energy needs increase by 15% of normal during the second and third month of pregnancy, while the requirements for many vitamins and minerals rise up to 20-50%. Thus, during pregnancy, a balanced diet rich in nutrient-dense foods is essential.
Athanasios G. Papavasiliou, (2008) Nutrition Manual, Athens: Paschalidis Publications Ltd.
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For the melomakarona A cup of olive oil ½ cup of agave syrup ½ cup of orange juice Zest of half an orange
For the biscuits 75g fresh butter 75g olive oil 150g brown sugar Zest of 2 lemons 1 egg 1 tbsp. vanilla ¼ tbsp salt 130g
Base ½ cup of ground oats ½ cup of wholewheat flour ½ cup of ground almonds 2 ½ tbsp. fresh butter or coconut butter 2