October 2014 by Amalcamus

C E L E B R I T Y I N S P I R AT I O N

MARK PILGRIM BRETT SHUTTLEWORTH | BRUMILDA VAN RENSBURG TIM NOAKES | PJ POWERS | MARK PILGRIM | MR SA JOHN OWENS

rockstar of motivational entertainment

Patron | Brett Shuttleworth

Why do people call our patron Brett Shuttleworth the ‘Rockstar of Motivational Entertainment?’ SA Celebrity Magazine asked Ruphali Mahendra Rajani to pose this question to Brett and this is what he had to say: “From a young age, I had a natural ability to hold people’s attention and entertain them. I have further evolved myself by undergoing the highest level of training with one of Hollywood’s most prominent acting coaches, John Kirby, and further going through one of the most rigorous Coaching and Trainer programs at one of the world’s leading consciousness coaching academies, of which I later became a Director. I use my life formation and background as a policeman, professional sportsman, celebrity, supermodel, actor, entrepreneur, corporate director, speaker and father to inspire, motivate and entertain audiences around the world. I have travelled or worked in 16 countries to date to make a difference in people’s lives, creating a ripple effect of love globally. The impact of my work ranges from making souls smile, to motivating sports teams to win, and making a difference on a corporate’s bottom line – this is what I’m absolutely passion about! It’s probably this level of love, passion and commitment, which touches people and leads them to refer to me as the Rockstar of Motivational Entertainment! What is my message through my talks? My message: If I could give you one gift today, I would give you the ability to see the beautiful gift of love you are already. I not only believe that you are already everything you seek… but what you are ultimately seeking for is seeking you, and that is Love, the ultimate success!”

Editor at Large | Pierre de Villiers

October 2014 | Email: editor@sacelebrity.com

Contents 6. PJ Powers 9. Chloe Roberts 11. John Owens 12. Brendan van Rhyn 15. Matt Krone 18. Mark Pilgrim 24. Tim Noakes

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music

PJ Powers

‘‘You have made a tremendous impact both on and off the stage’ (Nelson Mandela)

‘From the dizzying heights of international stardom to the dark depths of her struggle with alcohol, PJ’s book is a must-read’ “You have made a tremendous impact both on and off the stage, and you are one of those young people on whom the country pins so much hope.” – Nelson Mandela to PJ Powers, 1989 More than just a story about the personal journey of one of South Africa's most beloved music icons, this extraordinary memoir of PJ Powers – or Thandeka, as she was affectionately renamed by Soweto crowds – is set against the turbulent backdrop of South Africa's recent political history. It features a gallery of political leaders and international celebrities, including the likes of Nelson Mandela, Graça Machel, Chris Hani, Joaquim Chissano, Queen Elizabeth II, Brenda Fassie, Sharon Stone and Robert De Niro. On Republic Day 1982, a white rock and roll band called Hotline, wearing stonewashed jeans and sporting big hair, took an accidental sho't left into Soweto – a detour that forever changed the life of their lead singer, PJ Powers. Hotline was the first all-white rock and roll band to 'cross over' into highly segregated apartheid South Africa, making international headlines in the process. The prolific Powers went on to accomplish extraordinary heights as a solo artist with countless gold and platinum discs. Here I Am, written with Marianne Thamm, is an intimate and hilarious account of the life and times of one of this country's most recognisable and enduring performers. From the dizzying heights of international stardom to the dark depths of her struggle with alcohol, this is a must-read to explore the heady mix of politics and music of the time. Marianne Thamm is an award-winning editor, journalist, columnist and satirist and author of seven books, including the best-seller I Have Life: Allison's Journey, published by Penguin in 1998 and voted one of the top 20 South African books, 1994-2014. She lives in Cape Town. We sat down for a heart to heart with PJ and a bit of Q and A.

Can you describe the joys you experienced having been a part of something so big for South Africa? My career and the journey it has taken me on has been a privilege, with many highlights and joys along the way. In the end I suppose it is the acknowledgement and love from the ordinary people of South Africa that has given me daily joy – wherever I go I am greeted warmly as Thandeka, the loved one – that is very special. Then of course there are the obvious highlights – representing South Africa at the insistence of Nelson Mandela at the Rugby World Cup in 1995 was a historic and incredible moment – it passed by far too quickly. I have met many wonderful and many famous people, I have sung with many of the greats, I have lain on a sunbed with Sharon Stone, although that was a terrifying hour! But I am thrilled to be woven into our history and hopefully to have made a small contribution to creating a better nation. With the obvious controversy of your music for the time in apartheid South Africa, what was some of the worst opposition you received from society? I had bricks thrown through my window, my music was banned from being played on the SABC and I have been called all manner of names. The AWB, fully armed stormed one of my concerts in Welkom and threatened to close it down because the audience was multi racial. The ever present caspirs in the townships always left an uneasy feeling as often they were the ones that provoked any violence that occurred. But I stand firm in my conviction that what I did was right. Music can be a great unifier. Looking back on the time you spent fighting for the rights of our fellow countrymen, what do you think helped you the most to fight against racial division? The inspiration was my grandmother who was an ardent socialist. She was the first person to take me into the townships as a part of the African Children's Feeding Scheme – she wanted me to understand how lucky I was, how fortunate my family was, and to have an awareness that there were many people worse off than us. My school,

with the influence of Bishop Hurley also gave generously to the poor – at my first school concerts I would charge 5c and donate that to the poor – so that consciousness was ingrained from an early age. Was there a time when you felt that things could end up for the worst? No. I always thought that we would find a way through the quagmire. I always believed that the people would be free and that democracy would come. What made you realise you had an alcohol addiction? I crossed that invisible line from wanting to have a drink to needing to have a drink. My life descended into chaos and I lost everything. It is a process…but the realization that one has to stop comes in a flash. Life HAS to change and change quickly otherwise you die, and I came precariously close to doing that. After five years of sobriety, describe the challenges you face on a daily basis? To live just for today, to be as brutally honest as I can both with myself and with other people and to not be affected by people, of which there are many, who think it is odd that I don't drink at all, ever. On a daily basis I remind myself that if I don't follow the twelve steps of the AA, life's challenges can be overwhelming. From the experiences you faced as both a freedom fighter and a recovered alcoholic, how would you motivate our readers to keep on fighting for freedom of expression, and freedom from the shackles of addictions in any shape or form? I would ask them not to get caught up in the collective consciousness of believing everything they read in the press and to go in search of the positive things that are happening in our country. Most of all, …”If you can’t love here, don't live here”. With regards to addiction, to know that it is almost impossible to fight addiction on ones own – you need a solid support structure in place that you can rely on to understand it. That is why I go to AA as often as I can. Interview: Jacob Aupias-de Villiers

‘If you can’t love here, don't live here’ 8

pageants

Miss Commonwealth SA SA Celebrity Magazine recently caught up with one of the Miss Commonwealth SA finalist to find out what this pageant is all about. This is what Chloe Roberts had to say.

'I'm an outgoing and friendly natured person that truly appreciates great friendships and relationships. I love seeing the best in people and always try to treat others the same way in which I'd like to be treated. I am in general quite a sensitive person but I try use to this my advantage by being proactive about things that upset me. I studied an Equinology Equine Body Worker course, directly after school as horses have been a big part of my life since I was 6 years old. This took me a year to receive my certification which allowed me to treat horses independently. This was when I started up my own business called Active Horses. I have since completed another 2 courses, one being an Equine Kinesiology Taping Therapist certification but I will continue to further my studies whilst I work as I'd like to ultimately have my own rehabilitation centre for abused or injured horses and donkeys.

On the other end of the spectrum, I recently participated in the Miss Commonwealth SA 2014 competition, which has taught me so many new things about myself. I not only gained self-confidence but I learnt a great deal about an industry which is new to me . I met the most amazing people and can comfortably say that stereotypes about pageant girls were busted within our group of Miss Commonwealth SA 2014 Finalists. I have now moved onto another fund raising campaign called Raising Aidan, which is to create awareness about Costello Syndrome and to raise funds for Aidan's monthly medical expenses which easily reach R30 000 per month. I'll be hosting and MC for the first time with Melissa Hunt – our Summer Elegance Champagne Breakfast, on the 1st of November and hoping that our guests will be bringing along their most charitable faces.’

‘Our mission at Commonwealth Pageants South Africa is to create a platform for women of all ages to become Charity and Culture Ambassadors within South Africa and the broader international community’ 9

mr south africa

John Owens Contrary to what many have been accustomed to think with regards to the Mr. SA event, it is not all about the physical appearance. Each contestant strives to be a model for society in all aspects of life. This includes a balance of health, intelligence, passion, drive, ambition and attractiveness. With external beauty being one of the qualities least focused on, the aim of the event is to find out the internal beauty of the individual.

‘Mr SA is being a model male - not a male model’ Building up to the Mr SA competition, did you feel it necessary to prepare, not only your body but also your mind? Definitely. When I entered Mr South Africa I had no idea what to expect and was very unprepared but during the competition I measured myself to the other finalists and there were some serious competitors and that really got me going. But one I reached the Top12 and knew I made the finals I really started preparing not only my body but my mind and I started speaking positive things over my chances. There is a self-fulfilling prophecy associated with winning, that is to believe that you have already won. When entering the Mr SA competition, did you believe that you already won? My road leading up to the final was the odd one out. At no point did I think that I was going to win. Even the second before the announced the winner you could clearly see on TV how I was looking around to see who was going to win. But I did think on the day of the final that I if do win it will be well deserved only due to the effort and sacrifices I gave and did. It was really hard work. Many in society today feel such competitions are superficial. How would you feel about the idea yourself? I do believe there are way too many beauty pageants out there but Mr SA is not a pageant. Mr SA is more about being a role model and an ambassador rather than a model. We are model males and not male models. I also believe the people who choose the Next Mr SA has the ability to clearly see who has entered for the right reasons.

Do you feel you have grown as a person, from your experience of becoming Mr SA? I have definitely become a better person. As well as a person that now looks at the bigger picture. My life has made a 180 degree turn from the moment I entered. Being Mr SA is such a privilege that if it doesn't change a person then that person is not human. Do you feel there is an addiction for validation associated with the competition? I think what can easily happen is that you can get caught up in the worry that you will not make a success from your year as a Winner. So you try and please other people instead of doing what comes naturally. I read this one day and I keep it close to my heart. “Care deeply about your personal values and live them fully in this world. Don’t get caught up in worrying about other people’s checklists to tell you what good work means to you.” As a role model for young South Africans, what advice do you have for the younger generation who may be struggling with self-worth? I think the day that you can accept that God made each and every one for a purpose and to know that, that purpose will be revealed if you let Him be in control of your life. Also to know that it takes one person to change the world if you believe it and in yourself.

Interview: Jacob Aupiais-de Villliers

cult classic

Rocky Horror The Fugard Theatre's production of The Rocky Horror Show is continuing to delight audiences since opening in Cape Town on 10 July 2013. Having just been nominated for nine prestigious Fleur du Cap Awards and winning three of them (including Best Actor in a Musical: Brendan van Rhyn as Frank 'n Furter) there is no stopping this cult classic! Cape Town only have until 02 November to get their hands on the 'Hottest Ticket in Town' before this little gem transfers to Montecasino once again from 14 November - 01 February 2015. We caught up with Brendan for a bit of Q and A.

‘Come up to the lab and see what’s on the slab’

‘Give yourself over to absolute pleasure’ What are the challenges associated with your character in the Rocky Horror Show? Firstly, many people think it is the six-inch heels I strut around the stage in - quite the opposite, in fact, that's the easiest part of the role! There are a few challenges that present themselves for each performance but who doesn't like a challenge?!!! Staying on the heels is a big one, as it's a far way down if anything had to go wrong. Besides a broken heel (not once but twice already) and maintaining my balance (it's ladders and stairs and boxes that need to be negotiated) this is not a concern but rather something I need to be aware of at all times. For me, the big thing about playing the role of the delectable Dr Frank 'n Furter is that he needs to be lusted over by both men and women – then you have succeeded. When he is irresistible to both sexes, then the necessary balance has been achieved and I have the audience exactly where I want them…in the palm of my hand! This is a very demanding part, both physically, mentally, emotionally and vocally – especially if you eat, sleep and drink it as I do. As a result, one needs to be clever and responsible about it and do what needs to be done to ensure you deliver night after night after night. I say there is a bit of Frank in all of us…there's just a helluva lot more in me! What do you feel is the message behind Frank-N-Furter? A huge message behind this charming, debaucherous, loving, vulnerable, evil, sexual, unapologetic 'being' is that it is alright to be different. He's inviting you to be true to yourself; to break down the barriers. As Frank says, “GIVE YOURSELF OVER TO ABSOLUTE PLEASURE” or “DON'T DREAM IT, BE IT”. He is saying that life is too short to keep pleasing others - happiness starts with you – if you are pleased with yourself, then others will be pleased too. Sadly, that took me thirty years to realise, but it all has to do with timing. Thankfully at almost 37, I can now say I've had seven 'happy' years.

With the idea of escape associated with theatre, where do you hope to take your audience? Most certainly to a place they have never been before or to a place that they have and would like to return to! Forty years on, Rocky Horror is still pushing the boundaries, especially for those people who choose not to move with the times. This cult musical is saying, “I'm going to take you to a place where you might not be so comfortable; out of your comfort zone BUT it is ok. Let your hair down, even if it's only for two hours! Knowing that you bring happiness to the audience, how do you feel after the show? Gosh, I am on such a high. To get a standing ovation every night is a thrill and feeling not easy to explain, especially not to someone who hasn't experienced it before. There is nothing that beats that feeling of knowing a job has been well done and to know that so many of your audience members will return again and again for more. This show is like a drug; it is addictive. People cannot get enough and so they shouldn't – as long as they want more, we will give it to them! I also take photo's in the foyer after the show which catapults everything to a higher level. I always joke and say that this is where my real work starts. I love the one-on-one contact and it is something I am proud to say I do well. Nights can be very late due to the fact that I first need to unwind before I hit the sack. That could mean reading a magazine in the bath or catching up on some social media to name just a few (it's now 02h00 and I'm answering this interview). In this business we sort of resemble nocturnal beings – you work and I sleep; I sleep and you work. What have you learnt about yourself through the eyes of Frank-NFurter? He has just reiterated that only once you have peace within yourself, will you reap the FULL rewards and benefits that life has to offer. Also, that there is no one that can work a pair of heels like me!!!

foxwood wine

Matt Krone Matthew Krone is the 12th generation winemaker from the renowned Krone winemaking family empire. His late grandfather (N.C.Krone) and father (Nicky Krone) have been credited with being two of the greatest pioneers in the South African wine industry, and their winemaking practices and techniques influenced winemaking both in South Africa and internationally. Matthew honed his winemaking skills under both of them, and their passion and integrity is a part of his winemaking philosophy. Asked to assist with the Foxwood Vineyards for the owners of the Foxwood Theatre with Brumilda van Rensburg as their theatre patron (pictured left) was an exciting and challenging new project Matt explains.

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Each wine I create is an expression of my passionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

How do you use your past experience to create a new wine? I’m the 12th generation winemaker from a long line of successful and innovative Krone-family winemakers. I was privileged to grow up on our family wine estate, learning the finer arts of winemaking under the nurturing eyes of my father (Nicky Krone) and late grandfather (N.C. Krone). It was humbling learning from two of South Africa’s wine making legends, and it was the greatest privilege any son can have. Over the years they gently developed my knowledge and skills by encouraging and challenging me every day. The very first wine I ever made, I was still very serious and made it in an almost “text-book” style. When it was ready I took it to my grandfather and proudly presented it to him. After tasting it and giving it due consideration, my grandfather replied in his usual dry humour; “You need to remember that God also likes to make wine, so you shouldn’t try to get in the way too much”. This was just his gentle way to remind me that I should always work closely with nature in creating wines and allow the natural qualities to be presented in the best ways. My father taught me to innovate and constantly strive to improve upon every aspect of the winemaking process. From a young age he also instilled in me the understanding that our family are a part of Africa, and as such we need to be aware of the needs – like job creation – within our communities. We must always respect the human spirit and should not plan in terms of months or years; but rather we must plan in generations. So, with this in the back of my mind; every new wine I make is a great responsibility for me, which I will never compromise on. Winemaking is an expression of my passion and pleasure, and creating a new wine is a little bit like an artist painting on a blank canvas – it is exciting and fun, and can also be a little daunting – yet when the final result brings forth a smile, it is all worth it. My family winemaking heritage of 300 years, and dreams for the future, will always guarantee the quality of my wines.

Wine has always been considered the most important part of the meal. How do the new Foxwood wines make this moment truly special? Haha, I am very glad that someone else also thinks like that! They say that a meal without wine is called breakfast! ;-) Foxwood Vineyards wines have been an absolute dream for me to create. The depth, intensity and richness of the flavours on the nose and the pallet are spectacular. When the wines are paired with the right dishes, every bite and every sip enhances and complements the occasion. Of course, to make the moment truly special, you need to enjoy it with the right company too! I believe our Foxwood wines are simply too good to keep for yourself, so it really needs to be shared with good friends and enjoyed at special meal times. What inspires you to create a new wine? Passion, Purpose & Integrity. Three words I live by. Passion: Each wine I create is (in a way) an expression of my passion. Passion for something that I can be proud of and a passion for life. Purpose: I believe you require a clear purpose to any endeavour you undertake. You should set out with a firm goal in mind (e.g. create a phenomenal wine), and then you put all your effort and abilities into attaining that. Integrity: In everything you do, you should never compromise on your integrity, as this defines you. Making wines with integrity means not taking short-cuts, and always aiming for the best quality possible – from the grapes in the vineyards to the wine in the bottle. I want be proud of every wine I make, and therefore I put all my passion, purpose and integrity into every bottle.

‘I want to be proud of every wine I make’ 17

cancer survivor

Mark Pilgrim

Mark Pilgrim is best known for his work on 5fm and Highveld Stereo. He has hosted numerous television shows including Big Brother South Africa and the Power of 10. Earlier on in his life, Mark completed a B.Com in Industrial Psychology and Business Economics, and was a quantitative consumer researcher for a period of 9 years. He was eventually appointed as the Johannesburg Chairman of the South African Market Research Association. Mark, throughout his career, has been filled with a desire to live and experience life to the fullest. Every opportunity he was given in life he saw as a chance to take another step on the ladder to success. This powerful drive to pursue his dreams over the years can be traced to his recovery from type 4 testicular cancer when he was only 18. This was a trial that would be the deciding factor for Mark; a fork in the road he was travelling on. As one can imagine the reaction of finding out that you have cancer, Mark Pilgrim was shocked. The idea that he, at the young age of 18, could have cancer, could have become a death sentence if he allowed it. Through the help and support of his family and peers at that time meant that he was able to face the intensive 9 months of chemotherapy. Mark was now fighting an aggressive battle for life. After his surgery to remove the initial origin of his cancer, coupled with the chemotherapy treatment, Mark was able to overcome the cancer to start living for the future but to take each day as it comes. They say that you only have appreciation for life when you realise that it can be taken away from you. For Mark to have had such an experience at such a young age in his life, really shaped him into the person he is today. Mark Pilgrim became a part of the CANSA organisation after the experience, and from then on has been actively spreading the message about early detection and prevention of cancer for all South Africans. He learned personally the dangers that come from finding out late. He empowers people through his message to get tested so as to find out if they have early signs of cancer. This means that the doctor will be able to treat it in its infantile stages and thus prevent the growth and spread of the cancer throughout the body. Today Mark is enjoying a happy life with his wife and two daughters, and as he is retired from the busy life of a radio deejay, he is able to pursue other dreams and goals that he set for himself. One of those being the fathering of his children and sharing with his family in the precious moments of life.

‘Cancer could’ve become a death sentence at the age of 18’ Many cancer victims become depressed on finding out their diagnosis. Finding out that you had testicular cancer, what were you feelings associated with the initial diagnosis? It was such a strange concept to me that I didn’t realize the full impact of what I had for a week or two. When it did sink in I think it was disbelief and then resignation. You think you have received a death sentence. My prognosis was not good as it was stage 4 (it had spread to my lungs and kidneys). What was the hardest thing to overcome being diagnosed with testicular cancer? That I was losing a ball I hadn’t really had much chance to use yet! Seriously, as an 18 year old guy that’s what I thought. When actually having chemo, the hardest thing was finding the strength to go back for another session of drugs. You see, for cancer patients it’ soften the chemo you start loathing as the chemicals make you incredibly sick. What importance does your attitude and mind set have on the treatment process? I thought it was a death sentence until I changed my outlook. People always say you have to be strong and fight. I agree with that sentiment, but also sometimes you just need a small moment to step back, breath, and have a little cry if you want. Think of it as a little cheat day when you’re on a diet. The next day you can no longer feel sorry for yourself, you’ve got to give it 100%. It is always necessary for one to have support during times as such. Who were your biggest support as you began treatment? It was my mum. There was nobody else. I was still relatively new to Johannesburg, and living in Hillbrow there weren’t too many people that wanted to visit! Recovering from cancer, what was your resolve? Benjamin Franklin once said “Some people die at 25 and are only buried at 75”. I vowed that if I was to make it and survive I had to make a pledge to live my dream and enjoy life to its fullest. I always wanted to be a radio deejay. I was determined no matter how long it took, if I survived the disease I would become known on radio (it took 8 years of failed auditions before I got my first break on 5fm).

How has the experience of having cancer and then recovering from it, changed how you look at the world around you? It’s a cliché, but not to sweat the small stuff. There are always small bumps in the road and we tend to let them overwhelm us. I tend to be positive about a situation. My wife sometimes gets irritated with me because my standard line is “it could have been worse”. How do you use this experience to encourage other cancer victims? I simply stand before them and let them know I was once in a dark place too and there can be a proverbial light at the end of the tunnel. Despite having testicular cancer I naturally fathered two gorgeous girls (and despite jokes from my friends, YES, they are mine!). What advice would you give our readers who may have family members, or are themselves, diagnosed with a type of cancer? Often when you hear bad news about someone you reflect on how anguished you are by saying something like “I can’t believe it” or “I’m devastated”. I know you mean well… but it’s not about you. The person being diagnosed is dealing with the severity of the illness and doesn’t need the burden of how horrible you feel. Rather spin it around with support with comments like “I am here for you” or “what can I do for you to take some of the burden away”. ow has the experience of having cancer and then recovering from it, changed how you look at the world around you? It’s a cliché, but not to sweat the small stuff. There are always small bumps in the road and we tend to let them overwhelm us. I tend to be positive about a situation. My wife sometimes gets irritated with me because my standard line is “it could have been worse”. How do you use this experience to encourage other cancer victims? I simply stand before them and let them know I was once in a dark place too and there can be a proverbial light at the end of the tunnel. Despite having testicular cancer I naturally fathered two gorgeous girls (and despite jokes from my friends, YES, they are mine!).

Interview: Jacob Aupiais-de Villiers

five star accommodation

‘The 54’ When SA born international artist Conor Mccreedy mentioned that he often stays at Bath on 54 when he’s in Johannesburg, Pierre de Villiers our Editor at Large decided to experience ‘The 54’ (as it’s known by those in the know) for himself. When Tsogo Sun acquired the former Grace Hotel In Rosebank, Johannesburg they certainly excelled at transforming this 14 year old locked and chained building with a liquidation notice on the front door into an internationally sleek and sparkling diamond for the well-healed globe trotting masses. While retaining the charm and ambience of the former Grace it got on extreme make-over of architecture, design and decor - dressing it up with a distinct New York flair. This easily explains Trip Advisor’s 2014 award for being the Best Hotel in Johannesburg and fourth best in the country. Pierre agreed saying: “the rooms are not just pleasing to the eye but also offer every comfort one could possibly imagine. Breakfast was exquisite and the service outstanding. I will definitely be back.”

‘Breakfast was exquisite’

‘Every comfort one could possibly imagine’

food

GUPHACCI

Tim Noakes It is not often that you find, when meeting someone of Tim Noakes' stature, such a congenial, approachable and accommodating person such as him. I was greeted with a wide smile and the suggestion that we find a more comfortable place to chat than that which was allocated. We walked around the convention centre until we found a balcony with chairs and a table out in the fresh air with an impressive view. This was the setting for a chat to get to know this well-known professor somewhat better. (Interview: Christopher Rory Page)

It is interesting how you say in your book how fat is not your enemy. By minimising carbohydrates and increasing your fat intake seems to be the premise of the concept of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bantingâ&#x20AC;? as referred to in your book. Is it correct that one has to minimise carbohydrates and increase fat in order to lose weight? The problem with that statement is that one is in effect not increasing the fat intake, it will be seen as increased in relation to the lowered carbohydrate intake. As soon as you reduce your carbohydrate calories, you reduce your total calories.

A low carbohydrate diet is often referred to as a caveman diet. What are your thoughts on this? Yes, well in those days there were not all the diseases we have to day. They lived their lives and then died. These days we live until a certain age, our sixties for example, and then we spend years fighting one illness after the next, becoming dependant on drugs to sort out all our ailments whilst getting sicker and sicker and at the same time making the insurance companies as well as pharmaceutical companies richer and richer.

Tell me about the involvement of insulin with regards to carbohydrates. Insulin the hormone that when you take in carbohydrates you have to secrete insulin to get the carbohydrates out of the body. Problems such as high cholesterol, high blood pressure etc. are as a result of high insulin secretion levels. The only way to decrease the secretion of insulin is to decrease the intake of carbohydrates. When a person is overweight, it is a clear indication of a high carbohydrate diet and insulin resistance.

You are a very busy man, what do you do to relax? I read and I run. I am fortunate enough to have several many scenic routes near my home which are ideal for running.

‘Overweight is a clear indication of a high carb diet’

teens

GUPHACCI

Fashion Trend Revivals ‘You can be certain there’s a trend for you’

‘What is fashionable to us teens these days?’ The answer to that is debatable, as each individual likes to think of their style as ‘unique’. It is interesting to note that new and original styles are very rare. Often we can see that there is a revival of popular styles. Feature: Jay Aupiais

About four years ago the popular ‘emo’ style of the 90’s made its return, reviving a genre of music and self-expression for us youths. The almost edgy vibe of the style can trace its roots all the way back to the late stages of the punk era. In more recent times the popular grunge style, or the recent craze of crop tops which were both big in the 90’s have become a part of our wardrobes. Although these styles are not ‘new’ per say, they are however reinvented and reshaped to match our generation. With the crop top revival in mind, we can think of the classic Britney Spears look, making an effort to be sensual and controversial.

Despite there being a main following of a fashionable way of expressing ones creativity, there is always diversity when it comes to the way we dress. A lot of it has to do with the music we listen to, and emotions we feel, ranging from dramatic to minimalistic. It is safe to say that the way we think and feel affect the way we dress. Obviously there are many styles that we have not considered but what matters most is what you feel is your favorite. Whether you are interested in the hipster movement, goth, gangsta or even cowboy styles, you can be certain there is a trend for you.

Nowadays we see the subtle adaption of the style into matching shirts and skirts, and, although still maintaining the controversial feel of the original style, it brings a new blend of modern elegance to the look and feel of the trend.