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Dashing around Like a Mediterranean Elf

December 22, 2010 by Joyce Bunderson

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

Starting with the Bottom Line

December 15, 2010 by Joyce Bunderson

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.

I’ll See Your Purslane and Raise You

September 8, 2010 by Mary Ireland

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.

Note from a Conflicted Gardener

September 3, 2010 by Joyce Bunderson

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

Legumes Are Central to the Mediterranean-Style of Eating

August 13, 2010 by Joyce Bunderson

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.

Fighting Cancer – One Plateful at a Time

August 6, 2010 by Joyce Bunderson

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.

If You’re Worried about Clogged Pipes – Consider an Oil Change

July 9, 2010 by Joyce Bunderson

Dr. Grandma discusses new research that points in the direction of using extra virgin olive oil for most of your cooking needs. In addition, she shares a recipe for skewered dinner.

Nuts Benefit Heart Health Too

June 4, 2010 by Joyce Bunderson

Dr. Grandma reports on new research related to nuts and heart health. In addition, she shares a recipe for homemade almond butter.

Food as Medicine

May 31, 2010 by Joyce Bunderson

Dr. Grandma discusses a new study that links reduced inflammation and high consumption of fruit and vegetables.

Parsley to the Bitter End

May 19, 2010 by Joyce Bunderson

Dr. Grandma shares some information about parsley and a recipe for Pecan Parsley Pesto with Wheat Berries.