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Easy Whole Grain Goodies Despite Holiday Time-Crunch

December 8, 2010 by Joyce Bunderson

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

Peter, Peter Pumpkin Eater

November 3, 2010 by Joyce Bunderson

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

Spending a Fortune on Food in Order to Eat Healthily

October 20, 2010 by Joyce Bunderson

Dr. Grandma discusses a study that leads us to eating a heart-healthy diet without breaking the food budget.

Beets Me

October 6, 2010 by Mary Ireland

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

Jamming

September 17, 2010 by Mary Ireland

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.

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.

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.

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.

Not Sacrificing the Joy of Sweets, Nor Health

June 11, 2010 by Joyce Bunderson

Dr. Grandma discusses the idea of keeping life enjoyable and sweet without sugar.

Not a Green Light for Large Portions of Red Meat

June 7, 2010 by Joyce Bunderson

Dr. Grandma discusses a new study about red meat. In addition, she shares a recipe for Peanutty Leeks and Tofu Stir Fry.