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Surprised by the Clever Green Leaves of Spinach

March 22, 2010 by Joyce Bunderson

Dr. Grandma writes about new research on spinach leaves and shares a recipe for Frittata – Vegetables for Breakfast.

Unclogging Your Pipes

March 19, 2010 by Joyce Bunderson

Dr. Grandma shares the report of a new study revealing less-clogged arteries after 2 years of a new eating style, which included more fruits, vegetables and less trans fats. In addition, this post includes a recipe for preparing Grandma’s Greens and Beans.

Budget Friendly Homemade Soup

March 17, 2010 by Joyce Bunderson

Dr. Grandma calculates the financial cost differences between nutritious homemade soup and canned soup.

Our Brains Deserve More

March 15, 2010 by Victor Bunderson

In a guest blog post, Dr. Grandpa helps us commemorate International Brain Awareness Week by discussing the lifestyle, eating and behavior principles that support a healthy brain. In addition, Dr. Grandma shares a Mediterranean-style recipe for roasted vegetables, with wheat berries.

Youth, You Are What You Eat

March 10, 2010 by Joyce Bunderson

Is there anything that we can do to help our young people (teens and young adults) eat healthy whole foods? This is definitely one of those sorts of problems like leading the horse to the water, but not being able to make it drink.. I think the only rational option for parents, other relatives and […]

Hip Hip Hooray! National Registered Dietitian Day

March 7, 2010 by Joyce Bunderson

Dr. Grandma celebrates the professionalism of Registered Dietitians. In addition, she shares an easy to prepare recipe.

Evolution of a Nutrition Perspective

March 5, 2010 by Joyce Bunderson

Dr. Grandma shares the rationale for an evolving perspective of nutrition and nutrition education.

Have Your Cake and Eat It Too!

March 3, 2010 by Joyce Bunderson

Dr. Grandma shares information and ideas for practical ways to reduce intake of empty-calorie sugars. Included are recipes for whole wheat shortcake and fruit desserts.

A Pinch of Salt Can Do the Job

March 1, 2010 by Joyce Bunderson

Dr. Grandma discusses the research regarding the over consumption of salt and the risks associated. She shares idea to reduce salt and a recipe for Wheat Berries and Roasted Cauliflower.

The Best Antioxidants Don’t Come in a Pill

February 26, 2010 by Joyce Bunderson

Dr. Grandma shares a rationale for eating a Mediterranean-style diet to get healthy antioxidants (and lots more). In addition, she shares a recipe for roasted root vegetables and some root vegetable identification pictures.