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.

Dr. Grandma shares holiday time-saving ideas for whole grain quick breads. In addition, she shares a recipe for Cheery Cherry Nut Bread.

Dr. Grandma shares, yet another benefit for replacing refined grains with whole grains. In addition, she shares a new recipe for Flavorful Caramelized Onions, Lentils and Wheat Berries.

Dr. Grandma discusses some difficulties of eating a healthy diet. In addition, she shares a recipe for Savory Squash and Wheat Berries.

Dr. Grandma reminisces about the growth of uses of pumpkin and shares some pumpkin ideas and cautions.

Dr. Grandma reports on the new CDC projections on Type 2 Diabetes. She also shares a quick recipe for Apples, Pineapple and Pistachio Salad.

Dr. Grandma shares information about a study that finds a link between a reduced risk for type 2 diabetes and eating leafy green vegetables. She also shares a recipe for Quick Chicken Broccoli Soup.

Mary Ireland shares the good news about beets. In addition, she posts an innovative, delicious apple and beet salad.

Sugar-free jam that tastes really great can be made with Delight sweetener. Mary Ireland shares her recipe and solicits variations of making sugar-free jam from readers.

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