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Weight Management – Looking Ahead

December 28, 2009 by Joyce Bunderson

Dr. Grandma writes about a report that says that genes are responsible for less than one percent of obesity.

Gold, Frankincense and Myrrh – Gifts

December 24, 2009 by Joyce Bunderson

Dr. Grandma discusses a possible use for an ancient costly gift – myrrh; and wishes to her readers.

Mediterranean Diet and Diabetes – a Good Link

December 17, 2009 by Joyce Bunderson

Dr. Grandma writes about yet another reason to eat a Mediterranean Diet – Diabetes.

Nix the Ginkgo – Eat Food

December 15, 2009 by Joyce Bunderson

Dr. Grandma discusses the failure of ginkgo biloba to reduce the risk of cardiovascular death or disease, or dementia and what you can do.

Santa’s Belly – No Laughing Matter

December 14, 2009 by Joyce Bunderson

Dr. Grandma share hints for Santa’s waistline and health.

Getting Full on Fewer Calories

December 11, 2009 by Joyce Bunderson

Dr. Grandma discusses how eating whole grains can lead to eating less food and ultimately maintaining a lower weight.

Getting Out of the Supplement Mindset

December 10, 2009 by Joyce Bunderson

Dr. Grandma shares examples of supplements not being a health benefit.

Health Claims of ‘Superfruits’ – Fantasy

December 8, 2009 by Joyce Bunderson

Hype! That’s what I see.  If I’m doing research on nutrition-related issues, up come unwelcome articles about exotic juices — açai berries and its buddies — and their fantastical health claims.

Why Turn the Heat Down and Poach, Stew or Steam?

December 3, 2009 by Joyce Bunderson

Dr. Grandma shares new research steering us toward using lower heat, and moist heat cooking methods.

Holiday Confessions of a Dietitian

November 24, 2009 by Joyce Bunderson

I must share the truth – I can’t bear to make turkey gravy without the turkey drippings including some of the fat that squeaks by. We need mashed potatoes, with butter and milk – we’re talking absolutely need! Would it actually be Thanksgiving without Aunt Pam’s super rich yams (that are loaded with butter, brown […]