Catherine Saxelby's Blog, page 8
July 20, 2021
Grains you may not know about - buckwheat
With an earthy flavour and its distinctive triangular shape, buckwheat (Fagopyrum esculentum) is a wonderful addition to your cooking. Despite its name, buckwheat is not related to wheat nor is it a grain. In fact, it is a pseudo cereal from the seed of a flowering plant and is related to rhubarb and sorrel.
AuthorCatherine Saxelby
July 13, 2021
Processed meats and their health implications for dementia, ovarian cancer and hypertension in women
Several studies into the different health impacts of cured meats such as bacon, ham and hot dogs raise some worrying questions, especially for women.
July 6, 2021
Open Sesame (seeds)! Nutrition secrets you need to know.
There’s a lot to know about sesame seeds. Join me as I delve into their nutritional value and show you how you can use them in your everyday cooking.
AuthorCatherine Saxelby
June 29, 2021
Food delivery and wild mushrooms!
We’ve got an interesting line up for you this month. I report on research into online home delivery of food (a webinar I’d been listening to). I’ll also tell you about my mushroom foraging trip.
AuthorCatherine Saxelby
June 22, 2021
7 books to make healthy eating easier
People tell me how confused they are about what they should eat. That’s why I’ve put together a list of 7 books that will help make healthy eating easier.
AuthorCatherine Saxelby
June 15, 2021
June 8, 2021
Three non-alcoholic drinks for Febfast, Dry July or Ocsober!
In February 2021, I signed up to Febfast and gave up alcohol for the month. On the Febfast website, you can also give up sugar, processed foods, swearing or running late! See more here.
AuthorCatherine Saxelby
June 1, 2021
Product Snapshot: Olina’s Snackers Crackers
We sampled Olina’s latest offering in the seeded cracker range – called Olina’s Bakehouse Seriously Seedy Snackers (which is a great name BTW). They come in four flavours: Barbecue, Chilli & Lime, Beetroot & Sour Cream, and Balsamic Vinegar & Caramelised Onion. Take a look at our verdict.
AuthorCatherine Saxelby
May 25, 2021
Science shows that fish oils DO help you live longer and more...
Our May Foodwatch Newsletter is packed full of interesting items. Fish oils and anti-aging being just one of the topics. Take a look...
AuthorCatherine Saxelby
May 18, 2021
Product review: Leggo’s Organic Sauces
These new organic pasta sauces from Leggo’s come in three varieties – Organic Tomato and Basil, Organic Tomato and Garlic, and Organic Tomato and Veggies. All of them sport an impressive 4.5 Health Star Rating (HSR). Read on to see how they fared in my taste tests and under the nutrition microscope.
This post has been sponsored by Leggo’s.
AuthorCatherine Saxelby
