Last week I reported on the offering of a pair of green colored capsules instead of actually eating a Mediterranean diet. It is clear that the strong research on the benefits of the Mediterranean style of eating is becoming well known. Predictably, marketers are trying to link their products to these benefits. Trouble is, the [...]

This past Saturday, the week before Easter, we had an annual event that brings anticipation and smiles to our grandchildren each year.  I call it Easter Egg Extravaganza Event – yes, I get a little excessive with the alliteration. This year there were 805 plastic money-filled eggs hidden, over our acre of gardens and hillsides. [...]

Dr. Grandma discusses the link between overweight/obesity and cancer risk and how to reduce the risk.

Mary Ireland discusses recent Alzheimer Disease research and shares a quick curry recipe.

Dr. Grandma discusses the Mediterranean-style of eating and shares a recipe for Hectic Holiday Week Spaghetti.

Dr. Grandma discusses the health benefits of alpha-carotene and how to increase it in the diet. In addition, she shares a new recipe for Mashed Carrots and Red Garnet Yams.

Although stinging nettle is considered a weed, it has been used in the kitchen and in the apothecary for centuries. Like most green leafy vegetables, it is full of nutrients.

Dr. Grandma discusses weeds and vegetables. In addition, she shares a recipe for Wild Purslane and Wheat Berries (a.k.a. Weeds and Wheat).

Dr. Grandma shares some ways to increase beans in your diet; in addition, she shares an easy Mediterranean-style recipe for Black Beans and Rice.

How diet fits into cancer reduction goals is discussed by Dr. Grandma. In addition, she shares a recipe for Mary Ireland’s Beet, Carrots and Tops.