May 2013 reCONNECT magazine

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Perfect Fit Event Stay Fit this Winter - what do you have to lose?

Health, Wellness & Beauty A Salute to Mothers ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS IN reCONNECT Magazine Contact Bradley Bailey today - 083 695 9495

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Emergency Services Disasters 107 Police Flying Squad 10111 Ambulance 10177 Poison Information 021 931 6129 Poison Information 021 689 5227 Risk Management Centre 24hr 080 911 4357 Environmental Services Mountain Fires Fire Control Centre (All Areas) Fish Hoek Fire Station Lakeside Fire Station Wynberg Fire Station Simon’s Town Fire Station

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Clinics: Belvedere Dental Centre Bowwood Baby Clinic Cavendish Medical Centre Chapel Street, Woodstock Constantiaberg Clinic False Bay 24hr Station Road, Claremont Lower Maynard Rd, Wynberg X Factor Lifestyle Medical

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How to Find us: Editor, Marketing and Advertising: Bradley - Brad@zamserve.co.za Artwork & Graphics AshleyFortuin.co.za- Ash@zamserve.co.za Cover Art: ash8_by_faestock-d4gcglr Find us on www.zamserve.co.za

Hospitals: Constantiaberg 24hr Crescent Clinic (psychiatric) Life Kingsbury Hospitals Red Cross Children’s Tokai Medicross Victoria 24hr

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n the 6th April reCONNECT Magazine, in association with CIDC(Claremont Improvement District Company) held their Perfect Fit event in Claremont, Health Awareness Drive in aid of NRC Plumstead Dialysis Unit.

Law Enforcement SAPS, Lansdowne Road 021 657 2250 Community Policing Forum Claremont 021 671 9915 Rondebosch 021 685 7345

for Cholesterol, Glucose and Blood Pressure TESTS - with HIGH Cholesterol being the most concerning finding on the day. The spinning classes from Planet Fitness also contributed to a great atmosphere with good participation from onlookers. Curves ladies were energetic, doing Zumba and having BMI and fat % measured, which I gladly participated in. Fit Camp created a buzz with their 'mini boot camp' with off the hook, feet tapping music. Their education, on various 'keep fit' outdoor exercises, was a great eye-opener and what to do during those rainy days. The WP Blood Transfusion had their info table and had a register for people who were interested in donation blood. CDF - Community Development Foundation, promoting their programs. Jakura restaurant as well as U and Me Health, with their smoothies and juices, supported the event. Feel Pampered had their health products on display and gave advice on nutrition. Planet Nails - showcasing products, who they are and what they do. Juta Books contributed items for the goodie bag to be handed over at the Plumstead Dialysis Unit.

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Municipality / Council Wynberg 021 799 1800 South Peninsula 021 784 2000 Plumstead 021 710 8000 Electricity Services (General, faults) Emergencies 0800 220 440 Faults 0860 103 089 Eskom supply areas 0860 037 566 City of Cape Town Accounts 0860 103 089

A cloudy cool morning set the tone for the day, which started off well with the little boys and girls with painted faces, from Gym Wizards & Flairs Gymnastics, who had everyone spellbound with all kinds of intricate gymnastic moves. A definite hit! NRC were responsible

Overall a great event! A special thanks to all who contributed to make Claremont, not just a clean, safe space but a healthier and fit community.

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Recipe, Food, Catering COOK LIKE CHEF - CREAM OF VEGETABLE SOUP WITH VARIATIONS BASIC SOUP RECIPE serves 6-8 2 large onions OR 1 bunch of leeks, washed, trimmed and sliced 50g butter 750g vegetables of your choice eg. Broccoli, cauliflower, pumpkin or a combo of veg, cut small 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed 750ml – 1 litre chicken or vegetable stock, using 1½ - 2 stock cubes crumbled in water A little fresh lemon juice Some seasoning 125ml cream OR milk • Use a large sauce pan • Sauté slice onions or leeks in butter until soft and aromatic • Add vegetables, potatoes and stock and simmer, covered with a lid until vegetables are soft • Puree mixture in liquidiser, food processor or press through a sieve – vegetables finely chopped and cooked until very soft if a sieve is to be used Add cream(optional) OR milk and heat through –check seasoning and serve.

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Trailer hire: We offer a full range of rental trailers; from luggage trailers for holidays, light weight 2.1m, 2.4m and 3m trailers for moving house/office/ products and garden removal. We supply large 4 meter heavy duty trailers for heavier and bigger loads. Plus car, panelvan and motorbike trailers. Trail-a-way has a one way trailer hire service to Durban, JHb, PE and George. All our trailers are in spotless and mint condition as we have an onsite mechanic. We pride ourselves on excellent service.

Bakkie hire: We rent 1.4 ton Bakkies (Kia) which only requires a code 08 license. The Bakkies are conveniently rented on an hourly or daily basis. We also have division which deals with long term bakkie rental. Our Bakkies are clean and in excellent condition.

Our Car rental division offers a full range of cars. From a cheapie range that starts at R100 per day up to our more exclusive automatics and vans. We are simple to deal with and provide a excellent local service for the area. We drop and collect our rental cars at airports or establishments for your convenience. Our Motto is “Amazingly Affordable“ In additional to our Trailer, Bakkie and Car hire business we sell full range of moving and storage Boxes which we distribute on behalf of Boxman.

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A salute to mothers

The heart of a mother is a deep abyss at the bottom of which you will always find forgiveness ~ Honore de Balzac, Author

I think mothers will always have an advantage over fathers. It’s not that fathers don’t love and have a bond with their kids, but a mothers bond is different. It is the mother who carried a life within her and felt it grow until the day came when intense labour pain gave way to intense and overwhelming love for this new life just brought into the world. It is a moment unlike any other – the moment a woman becomes a mother.

Mothers always love their children, even when their children don’t always seem to love them back.

Mothers always forgive. Mothers always protect. Mothers always teach. Mothers are self-less – they will go without if necessary, rather than have their child suffer.

I recently spent time babysitting my friend’s 7-year old son. Somewhere during the early mornings getting ready for school, picking up from school, breakfast, lunch, supper, homework, bath-time, reprimands and play time, it dawned on me – motherhood is hard work! Phew! How they do it, I don’t know.

Parenting is exhausting yet mothers seem to become superwomen, juggling work, home, kids, cooking and numerous other tasks!

Yes, today I stand in awe – I am in awe of mothers.

So take the time this Mother’s Day to stand in awe of your mother!

Happy Mother’s Day to all the supermoms out there!

X-FACTOR Lifestyle MEDICAL DOCTOR X-Factor Lifestyle Medical Centre opened doors recently in March 2012.

This is a General Medical Practice with a difference. Under the caring hand of Dr Fayruz Sattar, MBChB (UCT), the centre seeks to treat patients with the aim of empowering them to live longer, healthier and more fulfilling lives.

X-Factor Lifestyle Medical Centre offers the full services of a general medical practice, which includes the treatment of acute and chronic medical illnesses, health screening and general medical check-ups.

However, the difference lies in the passion that Dr Fayruz Sattar has for helping patients understand that "prevention is always better than cure".

She has extensive experience in general medical practice. "I have been practising for twenty years and in this time I have found that doctors need to impart this message with enthusiasm and vigour", she says.

As part of her special interest in lifestyle interventions, Dr Fayruz Sattar has recently completed three years of study towards a Master's Degree in Exercise Science and Sports Medicine.

Leading with your Brand With so many different brands around, how do I excel or establish myself as the leading product or service provider? Let's take a closer look at the brand and branding. A brand is defined as a name, term, sign, symbol or design or combination of those that is intended to identify goods and services of one seller or group of sellers used to differentiate them from those of other sellers. Branding is not about getting to your target market but it's about getting your prospects to see YOU AS THE ONLY ONE WHO PROVIDES A SOLUTIONTOTHEIR ISSUE, CHALLENGE OR PROBLEM. Branding is a recognition factor that creates awareness...that you or your firm represents a certain quality in a particular area.....The value of the brand is that people purchase that brand for that brands own sake. So Brands create an attraction to products or services. It is true that perceptions become reality, therefore, remember that your branding will occur by default whether you intended it to or not. Therefor it's imperative that you create the brand that you desire. A brand that, delivers the message clearly, confirms your credibility, connects your target prospect emotionally, motivates a buyer, cements user loyalty. A brand that resides in the heart and minds of existing customers as well of prospects.

One of the ways that you can influence their perceptions is your unique identity that sets you apart. It's your goal to get them to remember you, value you and to care about you.

Remember that a successful branding message conveys what you stand for and what the client can expect.Therefore you need to clearly establish what you stand for and what you stand for in your business needs be in complete alignment with what you stand for as a person. Personal branding is far more than what you do, it is you! It allows you to distinguish yourself in what is unique about you, who you are and what you do differently from everyone else. So spend some significant time on creating your own brand as you continue to Lead (with your brand) from where you are.

Better management of habits such as unhealthy diets, lack of exercise, smoking and stress is essential for optimal health.

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Keep healthy this winter Winter is my favourite time of year. Comfort food, hot chocolate, soup and snuggling up.

Winter also often gets the blame for weight gain. We tend to eat more in winter and sometimes more of the fattening foods. I mean let’s be honest, is there anything better on a cold winter’s day than hot fish and chips with that unmistakable sharp whiff of salt and vinegar that hits your nostrils!

But winter doesn’t have to be about overeating on bad foods. Your favourite comfort foods can be tweaked to make it healthier.

A good Mac ‘n Cheese is always great winter comfort food. A few changes to the way you make this popular dish will cut some calories.

Use whole-wheat pasta and a sharp mature cheddar but balance it with a creamy low-fat cottage cheese. If you like to add something extra in your Mac ‘n Cheese (a lot of people like to add bacon), rather replace the bacon with spinach as a healthier option.

Then comes dessert and bread pudding is always a winner. A simple dessert which can also have a lighter version. Use whole-wheat bread instead of white, less sugar and add some fruit like raisins, apples or pears to compensate for the reduced sugar. Experiment with some recipes and stay warm and healthy this winter!

Editorial by Deevra Norling, freelance writer specialising in journalism and news, article writing and blogging.

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It keeps you motivated as you make adjustments – because without changing what you’ve been eating, you can’t expect a slimmer you. The Weight Loss Challenge is a fun and inspiring way to achieving your weight loss goals. During the weekly meetings, you’ll meet people ranging from first-timers to those who have participated in multiple Challenges. Through mutual goals, people inspire and support each other to achieve your weight loss goals.

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