Monthly Archives: April 2012

Nutrition: A Critical Element for People, Food and Nature

Original post on the Landscapes Blog for People, Food and Nature. When we think of food production, ecosystem health, and human wellbeing, one crucial element is often not mentioned: nutrition. Nutrition is everyone’s business and no one’s responsibility, as the … Continue reading

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We are what we eat

Very cool infographics (all the rage) on who eats what, where and when. See them here.

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Accelerating Reductions in Undernutrition: What can nutrition governance tell us?

In order to accelerate progress on undernutrition reduction we need to understand how the governance of nutrition programmes leads to successful outcomes. Based on evidence from six countries: Bangladesh, Brazil, Ethiopia, India, Peru and Zambia, this briefing informs government leaders, policymakers and … Continue reading

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My first homebaked pie

Just made an apple, strawberry pie, homemade crust and all. Yummm.

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Blood, Bones and Butter: Time well spent

I just got back from a short reprieve where I spent 4 lovely days on the island of Ponza, a small fishing island. The island is famous for Ulysses’s time spent with Circe, the witch that turned his men into … Continue reading

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