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14- 28 MAY 2014

Conquering Coin de Mere A Mauritian Adventure Say Cheese

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ne has to wonder about the origin of our species when you consider the purpose of our brief sojourn on planet Earth. The recent election results indicate that most South Africans seem to be okay with things as they are although we hope for better days ahead.

I suppose it’s a bit like the psychology of domestic abuse or, as they say in the movies…it’s complicated. If you look at the election manifestos we should be living in an African utopia but, alas, it’s complicated. So, here we go again with promises of good things to come but with fingers crossed behind our backs because, well, it’s complicated! So, what makes us as gullible as we are? We seem to be evolving at a rapid rate when it comes to the development of technology, yet we lack the capacity to create a better world for all. There is apparently enough to go around – if available resources are equally distributed there should be no poverty, hunger and deprivation on planet Earth. Yet the gap between rich and poor gets bigger. In South Africa the rich get richer and the poor…well, the poor only really count at election time. But enough of that – the glass is still half full and it’s still a while before closing time! Talking of technology, here’s an interesting bit of trivia for you. Did you know that the Zulu king Cetswayo played a pivotal role in history by stimulating our connectivity to the rest of the planet? Seriously…he did. You are probably up to speed with

the legend of Shaka – after all, they named an airport after him, but you probably won’t be as familiar with the rest of the family unless you have an interest in these things. Cetswayo was the fourth king of the Zulu nation and, like his legendary uncle, Shaka, he was a fighting man. So much so, that he took on the might of the British army in 1879 and gave them the hiding of their lives at Isandlwana. This was quite an upset and the implications were enormous, but no one in Britain was aware of it at the time because there was no telegraph between South Africa and Britain back then. News of this calamity took several weeks to reach the great white queen Victoria and her Prime Minister, Benjamin Disraeli, whose political career would ultimately be cut short as a result of these events. As you can imagine, the British public was now rather keen to follow events in South Africa and it was considered imperative to speed up the relaying of news from this remote and hitherto economically irrelevant part of the world. After all, news was already big business and the Empire was obliged to strike back. So it was that the Eastern Telegraph Company was prevailed on to divert the Kangaroo, a cable ship headed for Australia, to Durban unravelling miles and miles of copper cable on the sea floor as it hurried towards Natal. It arrived here on May 26th 1879, ready to connect us to the world, but diplomatic red tape and political wrangling delayed deployment of the cable for several weeks. Eventually on July 5th the undersea cable was hauled ashore at the mouth of the Umgeni River and we

were hooked up to the “grid” - the East African line - through the Suez Canal. The Zulus quite literally put South Africa on the map, telecommunicatedly speaking, although poor old Cetswayo never got to make a call. He was captured by the British and sent into exile in 1879 until he was pardoned and repatriated in 1883. He died in Eshowe less than a year later. That first undersea cable landed in Natal just 135 years ago – far less than the blink of an eye on the evolutionary time line - and look at how far we have come. EASSy, the latest undersea cable following an almost identical route, arrived here in 2010. This is a state-of-the-art fibre optic cable serving sub-Saharan Africa, with more than ten terabits per second in two fibrepair configuration. It delivers direct connectivity between South Africa and Europe and interconnects with multiple international submarine cable networks for onward connectivity to Europe, the Americas, the Middle East and Asia. We now have instant access to the world of commerce, communication and entertainment across the planet and what was technologically impossible yesterday will be history tomorrow. Technologically, we are flying, but, apart from readers of Life & Style, there doesn’t appear to be much intelligent evolution happening here because… hey, let’s call a spade a shovel…it’s complicated! Welcome to another edition of Life & Style also available online at www. lifeandstyle.org.za

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TILT -

The Vertigo-Inducing 1000ft Viewing Platform in Chicago Opens To Tourists

rave tourists have been trying out Chicago's newest attraction - a 1000ft-high viewing platform that offers spectacular downward facing views over the city.

Head for heights: The 1000ft-high viewing platform offers spectacular downward facing views over Chicago

Bird's eye view: The platform offers a unique perspective of the city's The Magnificent Mile

Towering above the competition: The attraction is thought to be the first of its kind

TILT is housed in 360 CHICAGO on the 94th floor of the John Hancock Tower and, as the name suggests, the enclosed glass and steel platform tilts visitors forward for a unique perspective of the city's The Magnificent Mile. The attraction, which costs $5 to tourists and is thought to be the first of its kind, holds up to eight people, with the platform slowly moving outward to an adventurous angle above the Windy City. Patrick Abisseror, CEO of Montparnasse 56 Group, which owns 360 CHICAGO, said: “We had a vision for elevating the experience, and providing memories for guests that will last a lifetime.TILT is yet another example of the innovative and forward-thinking vision of Montparnasse 56 Group.As the birthplace of the skyscraper, Chicago continues to be the leader in innovative architecture and TILT furthers that tradition.”

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14 - 27 may 2014

The Impossible Dream A World-First Epic Team Swim from Coin der Mire

Mike Oberholzer, Andrew Stevens & Jose de Charmoy

ff the North West coast of Mauritius a giant sailshaped wedge of rock rises up from the black waters of the deep ocean. This is Coin de Mire. No one lives here although centuries ago there was an attempt to grow sugar on the more accessible slopes of this rugged tropical island. The towering cliff face on one end of the enclave plunges sheer into a hundred metres of ink-black sea and is pock-marked by cannon fire from sailing ships ranging their guns as they sailed from Mauritius to plunder the oceans. Pirate ships ruled these waters and some say the ghosts still linger in the inky blackness of the deep water that surrounds it. It’s an eerie place. As a boy, Jose de Charmoy looked across Casita Bay from his family cottage at d’Eglise, and dreamed about swimming from that distant rocky point in the sea.

Only one man had ever attempted this feat. Ultra long distance swimmer, Roger Finch is thought to have tackled it in 2010 in preparation for an English Channel swim but not much is known about it. Mauritian locals considered it madness even to contemplate such a swim. This is where some of the strongest currents on the island come together creating forces that even seasoned mariners steer well clear of. Then there are the sharks. Tiger, Bull, Oceanic White-tip… some of the most

feared denizens of the deep congregate in these black waters. And if that isn’t enough to deter you, the lethal box jellyfish and squadrons of blue bottles that drift on the tide with stinging tendrils potent enough to temporarily cripple a swimmer, would be enough to scare off most adventure seekers. But still Jose dreamed of swimming from that rock in the middle of the sea – it became an obsession. That was nearly a lifetime ago, and having taken up distance swimming as a hobby later in South Africa, his desire to fulfil this childhood dream grew stronger.

challenge, a challenge that, as far as they knew, no team of swimmers had ever attempted. They would give it their best shot and, if they succeeded, they would be the first recorded group of swimmers in history to achieve what most considered impossible. The date was set for April 2014 and the training began in earnest.

In Ballito KZN, Jose met two kindred spirits, Mike Oberholzer and Andrew Stevens, who shared his passion for long distance swimming. Over the years their friendship grew and so did Jose’s determination to swim from Coin de Mire to Merville Beach. And so the plot was hatched. It was madness, but, like Everest, it was there…. The attempt would have to be timed perfectly and planned meticulously taking weather, tides and local conditions into consideration. The distance was not that great by modern open water swimming standards, just over 8kms, but the currents and the other threats made it an extreme An enormous amount of preparation had to be put in for this 8km swim. All factors had to be perfect - the moon phase, the currents in the channel, the wind direction, and they would have to swim on the incoming tide. Local experts were consulted and contracted to support the attempt with two craft that would accompany the swimmers enroute and keep a look-out for sharks. Some local Long distance swimmers were tempted to join the South African contingent, but at the last minute, they backed out. At 6.53 on the morning of the 24th of April, the three swimmers set off from the cliff face of the island. Because the current was not as strong as expected on that particular morning, they set off directly towards Grand Baie, turning towards the shore, through the pass at Casita Bay and on to Merville Beach. Two hours and thirty seven minutes later,having covered a distance of 8.27 kms of treacherous ocean, Jose de Charmoy, Mike Oberholzer and Andrew Stevens became the first team of men in the world to successfully complete the swim from Coin de Mire to Merville Beach in Mauritius. For all of them this was an epic adventure … a world first…the achievement of a lifetime. And for Jose, it was the realisation of a dream come true.

“…years with a burning desire to attempt the swim. I have completed many open water sea swims in my life but I have never ever experienced so much anxiety before an event. The fear of the unknown was huge factor. To complete the swim was a huge relief. I would have chosen no other swimming friends. What an adrenaline rush. Never to be attempted again.”

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LADIES, Craft Workshop

rafty Momz is a natural progression from the very successful Crafty Kidz classes that Ballito businesswoman Raelene Stefano runs. The kids have so much fun at the craft classes, that the moms persuaded Raelene to come up with something for them too.

Rather than running classes once a week which is difficult for ladies to commit to, it was considered preferable to arrange a morning of crafting for ladies to experience the fun and satisfaction of organised creativity. This way they get to learn different crafts and from there they can determine where their interests lie should they wish to further develop their skills. The crafts on offer are straight-forward and will appeal to all levels of creativity. Each craft will be taught by professionals in each field. The crafts arranged for this workshop include: •Fondant icing of cupcakes by Kerry of Lemon Canary (www.lemoncanary.co.za) •Vintage Scrapbooking gift tags by Lisa of Calicos Scrapbooking (www.calicos.co.za)

•Mug art, the easy way by Debbie of the Pickled Gherkin (www.facebook. com/thepickledgherkin) Everything that you need is supplied on the day. There will also be items to purchase on the day from beautiful pottery pieces by Erin of Quirk.e Ceramics as well as a display and tips from Kylie Keeton of KK Acrylic paintings. Goodie bags have been arranged which include crafting supplies as well as a lucky draw to receive a wonderful piece from Quirk.e Ceramics. Being creative is food for the soul and you never know- you might just find a hidden talent that you never realised you had! It’s time for the ladies to get creative and enjoy some much deserved time out with friends. Bookings are limited – please contact Raelene on raelenes@ telkomsa.net or 083 437 8862 to book your space.

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14 - 27 may 2014

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gravel and granitic clay soils contribute to an ideal terroir promoting a natural balance between the vigour of the young vines - planted in 2008 – and their yields. This boutique estate, with 20ha The previously uncultivated and under vines, promotes low yielding rundown Klein Welmoed farm was vineyards planted to Sauvignon Blanc, purchased in 2007 by Pietermaritzburg Semillon, Viognier and Shiraz varietals. locals Glenn Hesse and Tim Featherby. Grapes are hand-picked in the early Their vision for the unused land and morning and placed in small lug boxes a passion to produce wine in such a that reduce compaction and damage great historical wine producing area, to the fruit in transit to the cellar. The lead them to plant vast numbers of grapes are then hand sorted prior to vines believing in the potential to produce great wine at the foothills of the pressing. Maturation is done over six to twenty four months in both stainless Helderberg. steel and new oak barrels. The vineyards on the slopes of the With emphasis on low alcohol Helderberg Mountains, within site of the wines, given the vineyard conditions, Atlantic Ocean, enjoy the full benefit of the whites are showing soft asparagus the sea breeze and ocean mists that cool and oyster shell perfumes with flavours them to the perfect temperature. The of an1 elegant and refreshing style. southernKlein sloping, well drained sand, Welmoed Foothills Ad FA(100x261mm).pdf 25/03/2014 10:22

ocated in the Helderberg Foothills Pocket, Stellenbosch, the farm Klein Welmoed, a wine and olive estate, is home to Foothills Vineyards.

Limited production ensures exclusivity. Foothills Vineyards has just released their 2013 wines. Leading the range is their maiden release of Syrah, a 2012 Shiraz. Having spent the last 18 months in new French oak, the wine is delivering a soft, all round fruitiness with light spicy plum flavours. This is a limited release of 400 cases. The Rosé from the 2013 Shiraz has a wonderful pale pink colour that belies the concentration of perfumes and flavours. Fresh strawberries from the Shiraz, along with a lavender infusion from the Viognier provides a lovely low alcohol summer wine, ideal as an aperitif and with Mediterranean foods. Their whites follow with a delightful classically styled Sauvignon Blanc – focused and pure. This refreshing wine with its asparagus and oyster perfumes will compliment fine dining and a

variety of fish and chicken dishes. The Partners White, an award winning blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon and Viognier, completes the range. With its asparagus and sage leaf, bone dry minerality, this wine has layers of interesting tastes including litchi and passion fruit and is perfect for drinking alone or with most summer meals

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The Foodies Market at the Lifestyle Centre in Ballito has become the premiere food market on the North Coast offering a huge variety of fresh, artisanal, organic and delicious produce that are eagerly awaited by discerning shoppers on the first Saturday of each month.

One of the most popular stalls is Tracey’s Speciality Cheeses. Tracey Galanakis sources the best cheeses in the country from small producers who use only the finest quality milk to produce cheeses of origin that are quite exceptional. You really can taste the difference and you will be enchanted by the locally

produced mature Cheddar, Gorgonzola, Brie, Camembert, Dutch Gouda and seasonally available goats milk cheeses. There is generally also a super selection of hard cheeses like locally produced Parmesan and Gruyere. Tracey also supplies farm fresh butter and Greek style Yoghurt and Feta. Award winning cheeses are available now at the Foodies Market at the Lifestyle Centre in Ballito on the first Saturday of every month – miss it and miss out! Tracey’s Speciality Cheeses – 082 557 3703 Pics:Precision Photography Ballito 082 924 5810

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Coffee Bourbon Pecan Nut Pie

Danielle Shines at the Pumpkin Theatre

Kerry Hedges

ecans are featuring hugely at the moment as we have four beautiful, big trees here at the Litchi Orchard and are harvesting them with every gust of wind that comes up as they fall to the ground. So delicious when shelled and used directly as they are still so plump and fresh! I love a buttery pastry shell filled with anything such as custard, fresh berries, chocolate ganache, plums and almond, but filled with a caramel-pecan filling it’s always a winner. I love adding a few tweaks to make it my own and turn an old fashioned favourite into a loved again autumn treat.

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In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and cook, swirling the pan occasionally, until the butter is brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Immediately whisk in the caramel sugar and syrup until smooth. Remove the pan from the heat and let cool slightly. One at a time, whisk in the eggs. Whisk in the bourbon, espresso powder, vanilla, and salt. Stir in the chopped pecans. Scatter the pecan chunks/halves over the pastry shell and then pour the filling over this. Bake for 45 – 1 hour. Allow to cool completely before you remove from the pan and slice. I like to serve this cold with a dollop of mascarpone.

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14 - 27 may 2014

HARD TO THE CORE

Garth Bendixen– Pilates by Design

his may sound strange to some of you but I just recently complimented one of my clients on the state of her butt and drew a parallel to a pillow. When she started Pilates with us over one year ago she had very little muscle tone in her bum and that’s being generous. I suggested that her bum used to be as soft as a “goose down pillow”, it then slowly progressed to the firmness resembling that of a scatter cushion and now I am not aware of any pillow on this planet that can adequately describe what her bum feels like. A rock hard pillow could do it some justice! Not to mention her stomach, which went from being like unbaked bread dough, to being more like a flat hard ciabatta, this being said with the utmost respect for her beautifully toned

stomach and for a wonderfully baked ciabatta. But in all seriousness, even though I am obviously biased towards Pilates, I am always amazed at the results!

Pilates is the workout to turn to for a flat tummy. A 2008 study found that Pilates mat exercises engage and strengthen the deeper abdominal muscles responsible for a sleek, flat stomach. But Pilates isn’t just about whittling your waistline: It can also give you exceptional whole-body toning and graceful posture, plus make your daily activities (like hoisting groceries) easier to do. Ready to get a Pilates body of your own? Here is my ultimate 20-minute Pilates workout. Do it three times a week for a month to drop up to 15cm all-over.

Incl ine Pla nk:

Incline Plank Targets: the triceps, biceps, chest, core, quads, hamstrings and butt. 1.From a seated, feet-forward position, place your hands on the ground slightly behind your waist, fingertips facing forward. 2.Straighten both legs, pressing your heels and palms into the ground, and contract your abs while lifting your hips up off of the ground. Form a straight line with your body from head to toe. 3.Keep your gaze forward and your shoulders pressed down and don’t lock your elbows. 4.Lift your left leg straight up as high as you can (as shown), then lower it without allowing your right hip to sag. 5.Do 10 reps then repeat on the opposite leg. Pilates Kickbacks: Pilates Kickbacks Targets: the triceps, biceps, core, butt, hamstrings and back. 1.Kneel on all fours, toes tucked under, keeping your back neutral. Draw your belly button in towards your spine as you contract your abs and lift both knees about 5cm off the ground. 2.Keeping the abs engaged, bring your right knee towards your nose (as shown in the top image). 3.Then kick your right leg straight out behind you, squeezing your butt (as shown in the bottom image). Keep your lower abs contracted and your hips facing the ground to protect your back. 4.Repeat 15 times then switch legs and repeat. Swan Dive: Swan Dive Targets: strengthens the triceps, shoulders, lower back and stretches the abs and chest. 1.Lie on your stomach, stretch your arms overhead, point your toes and lift your arms and legs about 15cm off the ground. 2.Hold for 1 count, imagining your legs being pulled out and back, away from your hips. 3.Next, circle your arms out to the sides and behind you. Exhale and reach your arms towards your toes, palms facing inwards (as shown). 4.Hold for 1 count, then bring your arms back to starting position and relax your entire body to the ground. 5.Repeat 10 times.

Slow Down and Enjoy the Ride Lorna Bowman

ou can’t hurry in Morocco it’s just too damned hot – you can’t hurry through life it’s just too damned short.

People rush because they don’t want to be left with themselves. Being with yourself you can’t avoid your wants and needs. One person’s sacred moment is another person’s sheer boredom. If you are truly connected with your surroundings, you can never be bored – sit still outside and watch the miracles that take place around you. The moving of the sun across the heavens, the sounds, the detail you have previously missed. Take the time to just close your eyes and feel aliveness. Not every day can be sacred, sometimes there is a plumbing problem or the car breaks down or you just feel low. That’s okay – the good days will seem even better. Finding sacred moments in your day gets you through – yoga class is a whole sacred hour!

“People in a hurry are already dead” Moroccan named Aziz What are your special treats? I love making a great cup of tea – Earl Grey is my best. I love the sound of the boiling kettle, the clatter of arranging pot, cup and saucer on a tray and the pouring sound. I feel cared for as I savour every sip. The secret to a happy life is continuous small treats – maybe a special shortbread with that cup of tea. Always have something to look forward to – reward yourself! Have some of your favourite foods, get to the beach and listen to the waves, have a red cappuccino with a swirl of honey, splash out and buy yourself a beautiful scarf or a soft top that feels amazing on your skin. Sit under a tree, have a foot rub or a nice hot bath, buy yourself some fresh flowers or have a glass of wine. Read an uplifting book, take a slow drive with the windows down, come to a yoga class. These are some of the treats I love – I’m sure you have dozens of your own – treat yourself each and every day by slowing down. No excuses, no apologies – enjoy your treat knowing you deserve it! Treating yourself awakens you to all the delight life has to offer. SLOW IT DOWN! Namaste

Leg Circles: Leg Circles Targets: the core, inner thighs, outer hips and the butt.

1.Lie on your back with your hands behind your head. Contract your abs, lifting your upper body slightly off the ground. 2.Raise your right leg 10cm (or keep it on the ground if that’s too challenging) and lift the left leg straight up towards the ceiling. 3.Keeping your core engaged and hips stable, trace 5 small circles clockwise with your entire left leg. Then reverse, circling 5 times in the counterclockwise direction. 4.Then lower both legs, switch sides and repeat. If you are also looking at your “pillow soft” bum and thighs and your “doughy” stomach and are not satisfied with what you see, then use these exercises or join one of our group classes to begin reshaping and firming your stomach and bum.

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Anxiety?

Stephanie Wills - Lifestyle Health

o you often feel worried, restless, nervous or tense? Or how about you can’t sleep, can’t think straight or you find yourself avoiding certain social situations? If you are nodding your head, you may be suffering from an anxiety disorder. Now this term 'anxiety' is unfortunately used far too casually in conversations to describe general stress or simply failing to get through your to-do list. But for a vast majority of South Africans it is a very real and debilitating condition.

Typically, anxiety is classified as a purely psychological disorder that can only be treated with medication. However, while short-term, temporary use of anti-anxiety meds may sometimes be warranted, they are not the ultimate answer. As with any illness, anxiety arises as the result of an underlying issue. It is always our goal at Lifestyle Health to identify this issue and then focus the treatment accordingly.

First Things First: Get tested Aside from a psychological cause, anxiety can also arise from a physical imbalance in the body. It is therefore important to not only consult with a psychotherapist but also to get assessed by your trusted health practitioner. Ask them to check the following; •Stress hormone (salivary cortisol test) •Sex hormones •Thyroid •Blood glucose •Vitamin D status •Micro-nutrient tests (to rule out deficiencies) •Digestive health •Food sensitivities or allergies •Heavy metal toxicity •Liver health •Inflammation •Also check the side effects of any other medications you may be taking. Once you've discovered the underlying cause of your anxiety, your targeted natural protocol may begin.

10 Natural solutions

The following are 10 natural solutions to help treat and alleviate anxiety: 1. Feed your brain with fat. Your brain is made of fat! The more fat you consume, the happier your brain is. Studies have shown a significant reduction in tension and anxiety (as well as anger and hostility) in patients placed on a high fat diet. Make sure you eat the right fats though! These are Omega 3-rich foods such as wild salmon, sardines and cod liver oil; saturated fats such as coconut oil, butter, egg yolks and high quality animal fat; as well as other healthy fats such as avocados, nuts and seeds, olives and olive oil. Supplementing with high dose omega 3 fish oils may also significantly reduce anxiety as well as improve mood and the ability to handle stress. 2. Heal your gut. Ever heard of the term “gut brain connection”? Research has shown that we actually have two brains. One in our head and the other in our gut. What's even more interesting is that these two brains are linked through the Vagus nerve. This means that whatever one brain feels will eventually have an effect on the other. It is therefore essential that we take care of our digestive health. Remove all foods to which you may be sensitive as well as all processed 'junk' foods, grains, legumes, sugar and anything with trans fatty acids or hydrogenated oils (i.e. margarine and vegetable oils). Consume real wholefoods with an emphasis on healing bone broths and probiotic-rich fermented foods. Take gut-friendly supplements such as high quality probiotics, L-Glutamine, aloe vera, slippery elm and digestive enzymes. 3. Fight inflammation. The brain is incredibly sensitive to inflammation i.e. cellular inflammation. This type of inflammation causes a breakdown in signalling between cells which can

is far more potent in supplemental form. If you’re lead to a whole host of neurological disorders such as dealing with regular anxiety, L-theanine may be taken panic attacks, depression, OCD, phobias and of course everyday to help keep you calm and focused without anxiety. To fight inflammation cut back on vegetable causing drowsiness. oils and refined carbohydrates, consume anti9. Cut back on caffeine. But don't inflammatory foods such as green leafy vegetables, go cold turkey! Total elimination of all caffeinated herbs & spices and loads of healthy fats (see above). It beverages can actually lead to an increase in mental may also be beneficial to include anti-inflammatory distress and symptomatic anxiety. Rather reduce your supplements such as curcumin (turmeric extract), overall daily intake by half e.g. have 2 cups of coffee MSM, Omega 3 fish oils, green tea, bromelain, and per day rather than 4! Caffeine is a known anxiety medicinal mushrooms such as maitake, reishi, and producing stimulant that places undue stress on your cordyceps. nervous system. Therefore if you’re dealing with 4. Sleep. It is critical if you suffer with chronic anxiety, it is essential to moderate intake over anxiety that you get enough sleep! Address what may be interfering with you getting a good night’s rest time until you are able to cut it out completely. And do and make changes accordingly. This may include not fear, there are plenty of other foods, beverages and changing your bedtime routine, investing in block nutrients to help boost energy levels and improve your out curtains, cutting back on night time technology mood! use, adjusting your diet, reducing caffeine intake, 10. Glycine. This is a non-essential amino taking up yoga, practising deep breathing exercises acid and inhibitory agent to the neurotransmitter, and/or using natural sleep aids such as chamomile, norepinephrine (NE). When NE is released in the brain Californian poppy, melatonin, Valerian, magnesium it creates the feelings of anxiety and panic. Glycine or a homoeopathic solution (any one of the ladies at therefore antagonizes the release of NE, eliciting an lifestyle health would be more than happy to help you anti-anxiety effect. Another benefit of glycine is that find the right one). it promotes restorative sleep by maintaining a low 5. Exercise. Even if you don't feel like core body temperature. This in turn promotes longer it, exercise is essential if you battle with anxiety. periods spent in deep slow-wave sleep, helps reduce Researchers at Princeton University have discovered fragmented sleep and thus improves overall sleep that physical activity actually reorganizes the brain so quality. Glycine may be taken in supplemental form or that its response to stress is reduced and anxiety is less consumed in bone broth. Note: If you haven’t gotten likely to interfere with normal brain function. Most into regularly consuming bone broths, now is a good forms of exercise will provide a benefit, especially time to start. Simply Google the health benefits if you those performed outdoors. Yoga in particular need convincing, try out a couple of recipes and notice effectively reduces anxiety due to the fact that it the subsequent improvements to your health! combines physical movement with attention to the mind-body connection. Research has shown that yoga Anxiety disorders are never to be taken lightly calms the hyper arousal of the sympathetic nervous however, do not give up! We firmly believe that there system ('fight or flight' system) that occurs in anxiety is always hope for healing when you take the natural and activates the parasympathetic nervous system approach. Just remember that it may require a little ('rest and digest' system) helping soothe and alleviate patience and perseverance but the long lasting results any edginess or nervous tension. are always worth it. 6. Magnesium. This is the original chill pill. For more information on any of these products It is a calming mineral that nourishes the nervous and expert advice, please visit the new upgraded system and helps prevent anxiousness, restlessness Lifestyle Health, Shop 24A, Lifestyle Shopping and irritability. Research has shown that a magnesium Centre, Ballito 032 946 0441. deficiency can actually cause anxiety. Unfortunately the losses caused by modern day stressors simply cannot be matched with dietary intake. It is therefore essential to supplement. If you prefer not to take magnesium orally, you can also use a topical magnesium oil or bath regularly with magnesium bath salts. Whatever form you choose, magnesium is best taken before bedtime to help promote restful sleep. Magnesium can also be taken together with vitamin B6 to help alleviate anxiety-related premenstrual symptoms. 7. Adaptogens. Unlike pharmaceutical drugs which are typically designed to block or replace something, adaptogens enhance the body’s overall ability to cope during stressful situations in ways that maintain optimal functionality. There are several adaptogenic herbs that are particularly helpful for those suffering with anxiety such as Ashwagandha, Holy Basil (Tulsi), Rhodiola, Licorice root, Ginseng and Passionflower. Each L-Theanine is an amino acid which is has a different application though, commonly found in green tea. It plays a depending on your personal situation. key role in mood support by improving It is therefore advisable to speak to your natural healthcare provider or any GABA (gamma aminobutyric acid) levels. one of the ladies at Lifestyle Health to GABA is an inhibitory neurotransmitter discover which herb is right for you. important for nervous system function. 8. L-Theanine. This is an Supplementation with L-Theanine helps amino acid found in green tea which increases alpha brain wave activity maintain GABA levels, to promote a calm, and raises levels of GABA, the calming relaxed mood. neurotransmitter. It is also inhibits cortical neuron excitation which reduces the body's physiological Shop 24A, Lifestyle Centre, Ballito responses to stress. While you can Tel: 032 946 0441 get L-theanine from drinking tea, it Email: hello@lifestylehealth.co.za

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Magic of Good Products

Brendan Broedelet -Innovations Hair Academy

aging through a magazine recently, I saw an article recommending a ponytail as a quick way to do your hair for a party. The article suggested that a simple ponytail was a good alternative to a fancy style especially if your outfit was doing all the talking. It goes on to suggest that a sleeked back ponytail suits those with soft features whereas those with a more angular structure to their face should go for a looser, impromptu option. I think this is good advice and would like to add that the ponytail is good evening and day look. I have some suggestions on how to achieve the perfect pony tail with a little help from some good products:

For the sleek pony look, Redkenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fabricate03 and Hardware 16 are the preferred products.

After you have washed and towel dried your hair apply a few puffs of fabricate to all areas of the hair, blow dry and establish your pony. Once completed smooth a bead or two of the Hardware 16 gel over your creation and you will be sleek and good to go. For the loose pony look, you can use Smooth03 and Quick Dry 18. Again wash ,towel dry and then apply one or two pumps of Smooth 03. Styling in this instance may be with a diffuser , hot iron curler or whatever tickles your fancy in the 'soft' department and follow up with a few squirts of Quick Dry 18 for finish and hold. To continue the theme of good products, I think that the Pureology range of products is perfect for those who are looking for more natural, yet effective products. This product provides care for every hair type from

that requiring volume to repair and even to more control. This range has Zero Sulphate shampoos formulated with naturally derived coconut, corn and sugar extracts to gently cleanse while maximizing colour retention. It also boasts exclusive Anti-Fade Complexes which include essential antioxidants to defend against colour fading freeradicals, plus a full spectrum of Uva/ Uvb sunscreens helping hair to retain a fresh from the salon vibrancy. This product boasts a one hundred percent Vegan formulation made with plant extracts bringing together nature,

indulgence, rich lathers, decadent textures, wonderful aromatherapy essences and everyday luxury. Zero waste packaging with bottles made from fifty percent relayed materials and a partner with Green Cross, place this range up near the top of the sustainability pops so give it a try this season and you may just be pleasantly surprised. Happy styling! Brendan Broedelet is one of Durbanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top hairstylists and a partner in Innovation Hair Company 031 303 2040 now also at La Lucia Mall

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ichelle Kotze and Carlos Eva fulfilled a long term dream when they were married at the La Montagne Hotel in Ballito on Saturday the 12th April.

The couple, along with family and friends, enjoyed the beautiful Indian Ocean as their backdrop as they shared their vows from the top tier of this super wedding venue. The reception was held in the Pumpkin Theatre with Mr Entertainment, Danny Fisher as master of ceremonies. Barry Bowditch captured the memories in style and we are delighted to feature them in this edition. It was a fabulous wedding and we wish the happy couple much joy and happiness, always.

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Why Snoring increases with age?

Beliefs

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Sherrene Roselea

e seem to have an endless battle trying to sort stuff out, get on top of issues, make necessary changes in our lives etc. Why is it an endless battle? Studies in Neuroscience indicate that as much as 95% of our consciousness is actually subconscious. So as research shows us, these extremely stressful emotional issues stem from deep seated negative beliefs stored in our subconscious mind, which, until now, we have had no control over.

For your information the subconscious mind controls all the bodily functions we never really think about i.e. blinking, heartbeat, digestion, organ function, hair growth, sleep etc. Whilst the conscious mind, our logical mind, controls our conscious decision making i.e. it is time to go to work, 2 plus 2 is 4. The conscious mind operates at 40 bits of information per second, which is about as fast as the ADSL service in South Africa, whereas the subconscious mind operates at 40 million bits of information per second. Another interesting scientific fact is that most of our beliefs were programmed into our subconscious mind before the age of 9, the logical conscious mind or frontal lobe of the brain only starts forming at about the same age and is only fully formed by our mid 20’s. Therefore these beliefs are not even our own they come from the perception of our ancestors, parents, schooling, religion, society,

media etc, whatever is supposed to be the ‘norm’, and these beliefs have lifelong devastating effects. So if beliefs are stored in the powerful subconscious mind and logically we do not really know what they are, how they work and if in fact they are true, or we have an idea of what they may be and try to use our logical mind to sort them out, which part is going to win, the 5% or the 95%? Well watch this space for more information on the powerful tool called ‘PSYCH-K, a user-friendly interactive process to rewrite the software of your mind and change the printout of your life!’

Like it or not, snoring increases with age – and for many women reaching menopause, snoring can become a midlife crisis in its own right. According to the American National Sleep Foundation, snoring affects 90 million adults, 37 million of them on a regular basis. Men – usually middleaged and older men – are twice as likely to snore as women. However, the gap between male and female snorers closes after menopause and, after 50, equal numbers of men and women snore. According to the British Snoring and Sleep Apnoea Foundation, the male / female split in snoring is due to biological differences in lung size and respiratory function. The upper airway is larger in women and the airway walls are less flexible and therefore less prone to yield to pressure and collapse when muscle tone falls during sleep. However, with age comes a loss in muscle tone and even the palate can become more flabby and susceptible to vibration. Many of those who approach Snoremeds for help with excessive snoring are women who are experiencing the fluctuations in hormone levels associated with menopause – and dealing with the stigma attached to women snoring. During menopause, the production of oestrogen decreases. This not only regulates the menstrual cycle, but also plays a big role in keeping muscles and soft tissues around the windpipe strong. From just before to shortly after menopause, women report the most sleeping problems with up to 61percent complaining of insomnia and sleepdisordered breathing.

Medical experts have proven that both snorers and their long suffering partners suffer the consequences of a noisy –and poor – night’s rest. Snoring compromises sleep quality which is why sleepdeprived women are irritable, more frequently depressed and more susceptible to illness. Women who don’t get enough sleep alsotend to age more rapidly and face an increased risk of obesity, heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure and diabetes. During menopause, when women struggle with both physical and emotional problems and are often at their most vulnerable, the support of a loving partner is most important. However, the exhaustion and frustration that inevitably results when one partner’s snoring keeps the other awake can undermine important relationships. However, according to Snoremeds™, it is possible to effectively tackle snoring problems.The Snoremeds™mouthpiece gently moves the lower jaw forward, opening the throat and keeping the airway unobstructed. Made from hyper allergenic plastic, Snoremeds™ mouth pieces mould to the mouth, allowing the wearer to swallow and breathe normally whilst enjoying a good night’s sleep. They come in two sizes – with a smaller variation better suited to women. Snoremeds™ is available at Dis-Chem and selected Clicks outlets, at independent pharmacies and on line at www.snoremeds.co.za

Robert Williams, M.A. (Psychotherapist), is the originator of PSYCH-K. Rob works closely with Dr Bruce Lipton, Ph.D. (Cellular Biologist – Book: Biology of Belief) and Dr Jeffrey Fannin, Ph.D. (Neurofeedback). Sherrene Roselea is a PSYCH-K facilitator and one of the few specialist full time practitioners in KZN utilizing the Body Stress Release (BSR) hands on technique, to assist clients with body stress health issues. Ballito - (032) 946-1630 Umhlanga – 082 367 3667 www. painfreeliving.co.za info@ painfreeliving.co.za www. bodystressrelease.com http://sherreneroselea.blogspot.com

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The Stella Rd Soiree

soiree - a party of people assembled in the evening (usually at a private house) musical soiree - a soiree assembled for the purpose of listening to music It’s a bit of a pretentious word, conjured as it is from its French roots, but in essence it’s a label for a super get-together where good live music comes with a glass or two of interesting wine and delicious treats to keep you comfortably satisfied with life as you take it all in. From a musician’s perspective, this type of occasion is first prize because the audience has actually come to listen to the music which is unusual in the age that we live in. Most venues feature live music as a sort of background soundtrack over which life goes on as usual. So to be actively listened to while you bare your soul to an audience is an increasingly rare experience. For lovers of good live music, the opportunity to share the experience with others who are equally interested in these things in surroundings conducive to an absolutely good time

he inaugural Stella Rd Soiree was a great collaboration between the creative team at Life & Style, HandMade Concerts, Big Sound Projects, the Maverick Stretch tents team, Food Matters and William Jonsson from Meander Fine Wines.

It was decided from the start that this would be a

prototype event to determine the viability of it becoming a more regular showcase. This meant transforming a Ballito home into a performance venue for the evening by covering the swimming pool with secure decking to augment the usable entertainment area and covering the entire space to make it weather proof. Then it had to be stylishly furnished and illuminated. A stage had to be constructed as the focal point and all of this had to happen with a minimum of fuss and disruption. Matt and Guy Bower, owners of Maverick Stretch Tents in this part of the world, were amazing with their extensive product range and expertise, literally transforming the space overnight from a domestic setting into a pop-up auditorium. Skumbuzo Manyoni from Big Sound Projects with input from Alec Mackay from Alver Guitars did an amazing job with the sound and staging. In a smallish space, you really don’t want to be overwhelmed with sound but you need warmth and clarity – quite a challenge in a mixed setting, and they achieved the perfect balance. Jacqui and Jiff Rey and their Food Matters Catering team moved in on the day with style, flare and expert organisation to create magic on the catering front with a simply to die for soup and home-made bread combo, followed by fresh coffee and a selection of cakes from heaven. These were augmented by Chocolate brownies and cakes by Kerry Hedges of Lemon Canary – Ballito has some of the best foodies in the world! William Jonsson brought in cases of exceptional wine from the Foothills Vineyards – varietals that you have to discover more about if you enjoy good wine, and this was the perfect opportunity. Then, there was the

music. The HandMade Blues Band scaled down to a two-piece acoustic act for the show with Dave Charles and Alec Mackay engaging the audience in an unusually closeup and personal encounter that went down really well. Next up were Brothers Mike and Dan Charles with their recently formed Cape Town based duo, The New Noble Savages. They performed a set of extraordinary originals with some classic covers thrown in for good measure, much to the delight of the audience. A highlight of the evening was the vocal performance by Cape Town Jazz singer, Sade Ross who literally stopped the show. Last year’s winner of Cape Town Idols and selected to perform at the Cape Town International Jazz Festival this year, Sade is an enormous talent – and you heard her first at the Stella Rd Soiree! Headlining the soiree was consummate guitarist singer-songwriter, Nibs van der Spuy who managed to juggle his busy performance schedule to play for us and, as usual, his set was just superb. The Stella Rd Soiree, we are pleased to say, was an unqualified success. It was a gathering of gentle, lovely people, who came together to enjoy an evening of music and fine company in a pretty setting. It was such a success that we are already planning the next one. If you would like to be there too, send your details to sue@lifeandstyle. org.za and we’ll be in touch. We can’t wait to see you there! Pics:Precision Photography Ballito 082 924 5810

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GREASE will be open to the public and will be staged on 14, 15, 16 and 17 May at 19h00. Tickets can be booked at the school.

Scene from the Finale - Regan Sharp and Rosalita de Agrela, Hilton Henstock and Tanielle McCallum, Matthew Kensett and Cristan Sardinha

The T Birds Hilton Henstock, Nicci Dreyer (Danny), Regan Sharp, Kieran Taylor and Regan Koopmans

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A c o u st i c Hearts

njoy an intimate evening at The Pumpkin Theatre for a show with a difference. No frills, no fuss just beautiful music from the heart as the latest production ACOUSTIC HEARTS brings you music in its most simple yet powerful form… unplugged.

Let the simplicity of voices in harmony accompanied by guitar and piano evoke emotion and fill you with the magic of melody. Danny's Angels are teaming up with Paul Williams for six shows only. The trio are set to pay tribute to the some of the biggest songs from Artists like Adele, Rihanna, Eva Casidy, John Legend, Pink, Leonard Cohen, The Corrs, Alicia Keys, The Eagles, Dixie Chicks and many more. If you enjoy music, bring your loved ones and share with us in the power of music at its purest form. Catch "Acoustic Hearts" from the 9th May - 25th May 2014 every Friday and Sunday matinee.

How to Double Your Sales Starting Now

n business, you cannot make a profit without sales and you cannot sell anything if you don’t market your product / service to your target market. In today’s competitive marketplace businesses are finding it difficult to break through the noise to get their marketing communication message heard. The less a business is heard, the more invisible it becomes…

It goes without saying that selling is a critical part of this business process, but all too often business owners overlook the basics of sales.

Here is a simple selling strategy to apply to your business: 1. Double the time a salesperson spends in front of the people who are in the best position to say “yes” to what your business is offering. 2. Ensure that these people are qualified prospects who prove by their actions that they are interested

in what your business is offering. 3. Generate as many of these qualified prospects as you can for your business. 4. Convert as many of these prospects into buyers. 5. Keep in touch with these buyers and continue to sell to them over and over again. If part of your marketing campaign is set up to offer direct response marketing, then it becomes easier for the salesperson to spend much more time in the follow-up process. This ultimately generates more business from qualified prospects who bought from you as well as those who did not. Following up is critical to success in sales. In fact, the more follow-up you do with value-adding information through your marketing to highquality prospects, the more sales you will ultimately make. Never give up – just because a prospect doesn’t buy

today does not mean they never will. Your best client may be lying dormant in your database and are just a few follow-up interactions away. This strategy works, regardless of the way you market to get in front of your prospects. Get your salesforce to spend maximum time in front of qualified prospects and your business will boom. Build relationships, offer valueadding information in your marketing campaign(s) and your target market will not forget about you. They can’t forget you because you constantly remind them that you are open for business when they want what you offer. Sean Dercksen is a co-founder of the recently launched KISS Your Business Coaching Company. He offers the same business coaching, but now under a new national banner.

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CNC – We Care

he students of Crawford College North Coast have had a busy term collecting items of grocery. Each register class was assigned specific items and these were collected over a term. The result was over 28 hampers which were packed by the Community Service students and taken to NOAH.

L-R: Pia Bateman, Lauren Banks, Meyrick Oberhöltzer, Savannah Schuit, Bryce Mayer, Gabriella Marcolefas, Taylor van Niekerk, Nthabeleng Khoaele. Seated L-R: Lulama Mabude, Sanele Nkambule

NOAH (Nurturing Orphans of Aids for Humanity) is a day-care crèche and feeding facility where children from Shakaskraal and the surrounding areas can spend their day in a structured, caring environment and receive at least one meal a day. The hampers were handed over and will be distributed among the needy households in the area.

rawford College North Coast students exercised their right to vote in a responsible manner in the General Elections.

Sanele Nkambule described it as an amazing experience, especially considering that people fought and died to gain the right to vote, so I was not prepared to let my vote go to waste … it was exciting to be part of SA’s history as a first-time voting born free. Lulama Mabude said that the occasion was particularly special in the light of our country’s 20 year celebration of democracy for all peoples. (Foreground) Nikaila Naidoo and Jenisha Govender. (Background) Maya Pillay and Demishka Valaitham

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wonderful Mother’s Day breakfast was held at Crawford College North Coast College. Talented music teacher, Nina Watson put together a delightful show featuring Prep and College musicians, singers, rappers and dancers. Past pupil and fashion designer, Julia Ferrandi added elegance and panache to the occasion by allowing the senior students to model some of her exquisite gowns and matric dance dresses. Therapists from Mangwanani Spa provided foot massages throughout the morning as moms relaxed and enjoyed the delicious eats. However, it was not all relaxation as each table was given the challenge to create a unique floral arrangement. These arrangements were then delivered to the Westbrook Retirement Village by the Grade 12 Music students who gave an impromptu concert to the delighted residents.

Mrs Leroux and her daughter Rebecca

Mrs Wright, her daughter Amy

Ashton International College Ballito's matric dance was held in the Pearl Room at the Oyster Box Hotel on Friday 9th May

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