Julian on the Daily

Last week was Julians 9 month check up, they checked his weight, his height, well everything that is checked on a usual check up.

We expressed our worries. Of course. We were mainly worried about his asthma. Yes, he has a bit if asthma. It was diagnosed a few months back when we went for a sick visit when we only thought he had a cold and maybe an ear infection. That day he was given an inhaler with a spacer. A spacer helps when kids in our case a baby doesn't know how to properly use an inhaler. He was also given treatments for his nebulizer to help in future coughs.

So prior to this 9 month check up he had been waking up with coughing spasms. Only thing that would calm it down was a breathing treatment on the nebulizer.

We expressed this worry to his doctor, which we love. Dr. Valicek is gretat! So we went through all the possible culprits. The fan is not pointed to him, the temperature is alright, etc.  We're just not sure what it is. Along with coughing he would always had what seemed to be itchy eyes and a frequent runny nose. So she decided, step 1 was and allery medicine, Zertec is our first try at finding out what was going on. If this doesn't work and doesn't get better in a month we will proceed to a stronger inhaler twice a day for the foreseeable future. Its been almost a week and I see little difference in the watery eyes and runny nose but he hasn't woke up with an uncontrollable cough since the visit so for now I'm happy with that. 

She said because we don't know what is causing his lungs to flare up we should stay away from eggs, fish and peanut butter until 15 months. So now we don't only have to wait for him to turn 1 to let him try peanut butter! We have to wait til 15 months. I saw saddened. All I can do is pray that hopefully this goes away.

He weighs 23 lbs and is at an average height.

She told us to start putting his formula in sippy cups to start weaning him off the bottle.

Thanks for reading.
How was your baby’s last check up?

With love Momandchild...

Avocado Summer Rolls

If you love avocado like I do, then you might be curious as to what else you can make with it.

 

Well my hungry self had no idea what to eat earlier and already had this basic idea in mind of what I wanted to try earlier in the week. But of course I was distracted by all things baby and kept putting it off, until today!!!

 

Well this was it!
Avocado Summer Rolls!

 

 

 

I don't have all the ingredients I originally wanted to include. But I made due with what I could. And still loved the outcome!

I used
-1 avocado
-Alfalfa Sprouts
-Green Leaf Lettuce
-Salt
-Chili Powder
-Rice Spring Wrappers

 

 

I love alfalfa sprouts!  Delicious and nutritious! I'll tell you how!

 

 

One cup of alfalfa sprouts supplies 2.7 milligrams of the 75 to 90 milligrams of vitamin C you need each day for a strong immune system and healthy skin.

 

A serving of alfalfa sprouts supplies small amounts of bone-building calcium and potassium for healthy muscles and a normal heart beat.

 

You also get tiny doses of magnesium, iron, folate and vitamin A from a serving of alfalfa sprouts.

Alfalfa sprouts are one of the most significant dietary sources of phytoestrogens, which are beneficial compounds in plant foods that can help reduce your risk of heart disease, cancer and osteoporosis!

 

The phytoestrogens in alfalfa sprouts might reduce symptoms of menopause as well.

Alfalfa sprouts contain compounds called saponins, which can help lower your LDL, or bad, cholesterol while also increasing your HDL, or "good" cholesterol.

Saponins might also help boost your immunity.

 

Avocados are so good for you too!!!

 

While avocados have a high caloric count (one avocado is 320 calories), the various nutrients and “healthy” fats make it a must-eat. Some call the avocado the alphabet fruit because of all the vitamins it contains. One avocado provides your body with vitamins A, C, E, K and B6, along with an enormous amount of potassium and “healthy” fat. Perhaps the biggest health benefit of avocados is that by adding avocado to certain foods, you can improve your absorption of nutrients

 

Avocadoes provide all 18 essential amino acids necessary for the body to form a complete protein. Unlike the protein in steak, which is difficult for most people to digest, avocado protein is readily absorbed by the body because avocadoes also contain fiber.

Directions:
To loosen the rice paper you submerge them in warm water until soft.

Layer your ingredients to your liking.

 

I did avocado, sprinkled a bit of salt and chili powder, then the alfalfa sprouts, then some green leaf lettuce.

Lastly roll like you would a burrito.

 

These are not my prettiest creations because I didn't have enough of the ingredients but I loved them so much I HAD to post!

 

I dipped mine in Light soy sauce, but you could do your favorite dipping sauce.

 

 

Hope someone tries this and loves it as much as I did!

Your fellow avocado lover

Maria!

 

Happy calorie counting!!!!

 

 

 

 

Turkey Lettuce Tacos/Wraps-Fitness Friday Recipe

Last night I made these awesomely delicious Turkey Lettuce Tacos/Wraps!

My hubby wasn't too into the whole no bread protein style taco, so he settled for a whole wheat pocket. Needless to say he Loved them! He was also iffy about having turkey instead of beef, turns out he was amazed that he couldn't tell the difference! 

With the right seasonings and some love,  you can make anything delicious!

This is what I used......

1lb. Ground Turkey 

2 tlsp EVOO (EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL)

1 PKG. Taco Seasoning

Bell peppers

A bit of onion

Tomato 

Green leaf lettuce

Heat oil up a bit, toss onions. Let onions caramelize a bit then add meat. When meat Is 3/4 done add taco seasoning. 

Lengthwise add meat, some cheese and other toppings and enjoy! 

We loved this turkey recipe and I hope you do too!

Thanks for Reading!

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