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Meet brothers Warren & Gavin Goodman from Wazoogles Superfood

The Wellness Warehouse magazine

POWER UP ON PLANTS Food with intelligence

RAW CONVERSION

Raw cacao cheesecake & more

Offers valid from 1 - 30 November 2016. Selected items may not be available at certain stores. We reserve the right to limit quantities. E.&O.E.

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GROW EARTH CHILDREN Nurturing a love of nature

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FROM THE EDITOR

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NATURAL VITALITY

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We’re headed towards the end of the year with anticipation and excitement. From the middle of November you’ll start seeing all our festive offerings overflowing in our stores.

EDITORIAL

I’m going to be the first to stockpile scented candles and gorgeous body products for my gift cupboard. We’re truly encouraging an end of year full of wellness, goodness and green principles. Soaring Free Superfoods have launched their brand new raw chocolate bar with the first raw chocolate factory in South Africa. It’s literally packed full of superfoods, and is the most delicious chocolate can get. There’s your first tip for making the festive season super healthy.

In our November issue we recognize that truly embracing wellness often requires the right information. We tackle subjects like living a dairy free life; choosing the right blender; filling up with vitamin D; and taking energy giving supplements. This month highlights perfect skin by adding anti-oxidants to both your diet and skin creams. Many people are astonished that a raw, plant based diet can offer such incredible tastes and textures and we’ve hunted down recipes to prove it. If you’re feeling in a rut with your cooking regime we suggest a variety of grains that’ll add some contrast. Learn about the miracle of adaptogens and the wonder of body chemistry. Connect your children to nature by getting them outside and engaged in earth loving practices. November offers a wealth of practical information you can use to move closer to a fully functioning body overflowing with an abundance of vital health. We wish you great ideas, and many reasons to carry them out.

In health & abundance

Robyn

PUBLISHER: Dr. Sean Gomes EDITOR: Robyn Wilkinson robyn@wellnesswarehouse.com EDITORIAL CONTRIBUTOR: Lara Potgieter lara@holistica.co.za DESIGN: Inge Smit inge@wellnesswarehouse.com DIETITIAN: Hayley Cimring

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MEET WARREN & GAVIN GOODMAN, THE TWO BROTHERS FROM WAZOOGLE SUPERFOODS Developing a business from Superfoods came as a surprise to the enterprising brothers both of whom live with the passion and power that emanates from their superfood brand. Living an athletic life and loving health required a highly energizing breakfast that was practical and intensely nourishing. Warren, having avidly researched health and wellness for years put together a potion that was so powerful he had friends and acquaintances urging him to supply them. When the demand became overwhelming, he formalized production, took it to a larger scale and the Wazoogles range of organic vegan, superfood protein shakes is the result. Gavin happens to be a whiz photographer and marketer and besides everything else he does in the business, shares amazing information, recipes and pics with their followers. Wazoogles is run on passion, gratitude and conscious exchange. They’re purists in that they believe in using the highest quality ingredients you can get, even if they’re also the most pricey. They also use production methods that contribute back to community. “Living with the highest ideals and principles is a great investment, when you really connect and contribute, your power becomes much greater and you can do anything”, says Warren.

We asked them for their favourite wellness tip.

Warren: Lately my favourite thing is waking up with the rising sun and meditating, it might not be for everyone, but I seriously recommend giving it a try.

Gavin: Lemon water first thing in the morning feels amazing in your body; I also have an app called Headspace, with guided meditation tracks. I highly recommend it to anyone wanting to get into meditation.

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POWER UP ON PLANTS - a healthy, preventive diet means a variety of real foods, with plant foods like whole grains, legumes, fruits, vegetables and vegetable oils. Add protein, essential fats and micronutrients and you’re on your way.

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THE PERFECT BLEND - Whether you’re blending smoothies or ice-creams, making sauces and pesto, mixing up hummus or creaming soup you are going to need a blender.

Here’s what to look for in your chosen brand.

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GOING WITH THE GRAIN - From high nutrition to alkaline healer, we feature 4 top grains to include in your diet. Use this guide for preparation tips, attributes and features.

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RAW CONVERSION - Surprise yourself at the awesome menu you can get from raw veggies.

Switch over gradually with our menu that includes raw cacao cheesecake with almonds and avos, to raw spiral salad and vegetables as never before.

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KNOW DAIRY, NO DAIRY - Going dairy-free might sound a little daunting. We show you the ropes with guidelines that explain why and what to use as alternatives.

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NURTURE

HEIGHTEN YOUR VITALITY - Adaptogens are nature’s miracle anti-stress and fatigue fighters in the form of a group of herbal ingredients that target the adrenal system. Strengthen your body’s response to stress; deal with anxiety and combat fatigue with these wonder workers.

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BODY CHEMISTRY - Understanding that your body is a big chemistry set with actions and reactions happening every second, we look at enhancing optimal functioning of the hundreds of thousands of enzymes, vitamins, minerals, amino acids, essential fatty acids and neurotransmitters.

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ADDING ANTI-OXIDANTS - Anti-oxidants counteract the free radicals that harm DNA, they’re readily found in plants and, internally or externally, can help guard skin against ageing effects like wrinkles, under eye circles, dehydrated skin and more.

SUN DANCE - Everyone knows the best source of Vitamin D is from the sun, but too much exposure can be detrimental. Use these tips and tricks to get your dose without the damage.

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ANIMAL COMMUNICATION – Learn how to communicate with your fellow creatures and find more understanding with the animal world.

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FINDING HEALING – We interview 6 practitioners each with different stories to tell about their insights on healing and how they came to work in the natural health arena.

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PEACEFUL WARRIORS – Years and years of studying various martial arts led Mike Herbig to found the Combat Jui-Jitsu Academy and teach the ancient art that embraces ‘the art of winning by yielding’ at the same time teaching kids enlightening life principles.

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GROWING EARTH CHILDREN – Connect your child with the earth; send them out into the garden or park with a host of challenges, discoveries, adventures and ideas to begin their love of nature.

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Events - Find interesting Workshops, Training, & Courses.

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Editor’s Choice - Looks at our favourite

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Read Well - Dissolve your ego, improve your

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Explore - Visit a treasured piece of earth in

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Classified - Find out what’s happening in

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products for November. green intake and ignite a wanderlust for travel. the winelands. your wellness community with workshops, retreats, therapies and more.

5 Plant Proteins - Up your plant protein with quinoa, hemp seeds, lentils, chia seeds and spirulina.

MODELS: Warren & Gavin Goodman from Wazoogles PHOTOGRAPHER: Anton Robert

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OUT & ABOUT

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by Lara Potgieter

HEAL YOUR LIFE WITH IINSIGHTFUL AND EMPOWERING WORKSHOPS, TRANSFORMATIONAL TOOLS AND

YOGA IN THE VINES

REJUVENATING RETREATS THIS NOVEMBER. AWAKENING SHIFT EXPERIENCE: GOING DEEPER RETREAT 11 TO 13 NOVEMBER 2016 Join us in the beautiful Hogsback in the Amatola Mountains to shift and uncover the magnificent pearl within by healing all that blocks you from true inner peace. Drawing on the wisdom of Eckhart Tolle, A Course in Miracles and John Homewood’s own deep insights, the shift is one from head to heart, and is about polishing your spiritual intelligence to reveal the order and peace beyond the pain and chaos. For more info and bookings contact liz@ wisdomtonourish.com or visit www. wisdomtonourish.com.

MATRIX REIMPRINTING BASIC PRACTITIONER COURSE 17 TO 18 NOVEMBER 2016 Imagine if you could get absolute clarity on why you are nervous, depressed, struggling with money or relationships, or even allergic to something? Even if you had a wonderful childhood, Matrix Reimprinting can help you to overcome chronic pain, insecurities, allergies, phobias, insomnia and being overweight, to name a few.

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It addresses the root cause of the symptoms in your life, helping you change your beliefs about anything that’s causing you to stay stuck. Attend the transformational workshop in Durbanville to learn how to use the powerful tool on yourself and others. To book contact bennie@deepliving.com or visit www.deepliving.com.

RELAX, REJUVENATE & REPLENISH RETREAT 18 TO 20 NOVEMBER 2016 Enjoy the magical scenery of the West Coast Nature Reserve as you give your mind, body and soul a reboot on the Nirvana House Boat retreat in Kraalbaai. Wake up to the sounds and smells of the ocean and spend your days immersing yourself in yoga and meditation, exploring the beaches, enjoying delicious food and more. For more info and bookings contact info@ lila-healthandwellbeing.com or visit www.lila-healthandwellbeing.com.

HEAL YOUR LIFE® WORKSHOP 19 – 20 NOVEMBER 2016 Heal Your Life® workshops are inspired and endorsed by best selling author Louise Hay, and

presented by internationally certified facilitators. The workshops are formulated to help strip away years of emotional and physical blocks; overcome the wounds of the past; let go of anger, hurt, fear, guilt and self-punishment; deal with loss and grief; find solutions to relationship differences; dissolve prosperity barriers and find peace. Participants are offered both deep metaphysical insights and practical daily tools to put them back in charge of their own lives. For more info and bookings on the upcoming Cape Town workshop contact info@wellmiss.co.za or visit www.wellmiss.co.za.

MINDFULNESS & DETOX RETREAT 2 TO 4 DECEMBER

YOGA IN THE VINES 19 TO 20 NOVEMBER 2016

HORMONE VITALITY WORKSHOP 3 DECEMBER 2016

Attend a wellness weekend break with Sharni Quinn at Spier in Stellenbosch with invigorating yoga, inspiring workshops, farm-to-table food and great wine. Nature and wellbeing are the main ingredients of this getaway, which is perfect for anyone wanting to break away for some wholesome fun. For more info and bookings contact sharni@ followthesun.co.za or visit www. spier.co.za/hotel/special-offers/ wellbeing-retreat

Re-align your body and mind with a getaway to Welbedacht Nature Reserve in Tulbagh for a mindfulness course. There will be morning and afternoon ‘Bodysensing’ mindful movement sessions, daily mindfulness meditations, food demonstrations, mindful walks in nature, a delicious alkalising detox menu and accommodation in the beautiful Blue Butterfly Retreat Centre. For more info and bookings contact retreat@ifeelcalm.com or visit www.ifeelcalm.com.

An insightful and empowering workshop in Woodstock to help women reclaim their own health by leaning about hormone imbalances, common hormone disruptors, why we gain weight, innate nutrition, the nature of a cyclical being, the body as a barometer, medical half truths, vitality priorities, feminine soul food and more. For more info and bookings contact danu@ womanthrive.com or visit www. womanthrive.com.

If you have an event you want to share with our readers email robyn@wellnesswarehouse.com

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EDITOR’S CHOICE ZONE IN ON ANY PLANT, FLOWER, PIECE OF BARK, MOSS OR TREE; SIT AND CONTEMPLATE IT FOR A WHILE AND YOU’LL SEE A MINI UNIVERSE FILLED WITH THE MIRACULOUS POWER OF LIFE MANIFESTED.

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First brewed in China in 2737 BC, green tea is the oldest herbal tea around. Today it’s enjoyed for its myriad health benefits, which include vitality, detoxification, mental focus and weight management, to name a few. Consuming enough green tea throughout the day to make the most of its health-enhancing qualities can be challenging, and green tea supplements have proven to be a more efficient and convenient way of absorbing the benefits. Now recognised as the benchmark in green tea supplementation, Origine 8 delivers all eight green tea catechins in a single daily capsule. Origine 8 Green Tea 30caps R299

Goat milk has been used for centuries in traditional medicine to nourish and regenerate an over-taxed immune system. It is high in nutrients, containing almost 35% of your recommended daily calcium in just one cup. It is also high in riboflavin, phosphorous, vitamin B12, protein and potassium. It’s little wonder Gandhi was known to restore himself to health after long fasting periods by drinking raw goat’s milk! Kabrita’s instant goat milk powder is made from the highest quality full cream Dutch goat milk (known for its pleasant taste), and enhanced with vitamin D to boot. Kabrita Instant Goat Milk Powder 400g R248

QUINCE & CLOVER REJUVENATION We love the fact that it is in fact possible to minimise the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles with a truly natural skincare product. Harnessing the restorative properties of quince seed, kalanchoe, clover blossom honey and more, Dr. Hauschka’s Regenerating Serum replenishes and protects the skin, smoothing the appearance of wrinkles and supporting the skin’s ability to balance moisture. If you’d like to enjoy smoother, firmer skin without resorting to the use of synthetic anti-ageing ingredients, this serum may just be your new best friend. Dr. Hauschka Regenerating Serum 30ml R1250

ROSIE IN THE SUN It’s not easy to find an all-natural sunscreen, and the lightweight Badger Damascus Rose SPF 25 lotion is an answer to our summer skin prayers. Not only does it provide great protection from both UVA and UVB rays using zinc oxide, it also offers a fragrant bouquet of Damascus rose, chamomile and lavender to soothe and refresh delicate skin.

We also love the fact it doesn’t clog pores and can be worn every day. Badger Damascus Rose SPF25 R399

PARMESAN WITHOUT THE CHEESE Trying to go vegan but miss the mature tang of a good cheese? Made from nutritional yeast and sunflower and hemp seeds, Antonia’s Raw Vegan Parmesan is a great addition to meals and snacks that would otherwise call for a sprinkling of cheese.

Aside from being super tasty, the nutritional yeast offers plenty of B-vitamins and folic acid, the hemp seeds pack a real protein punch, and the sunflower seeds are an excellent source of vitamin E. Antonia’s Raw Vegan Parmesan 100g R63

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ANCIENT WARRIOR PROTEIN Hemp seeds are an ancient revered food, considered to be a complete protein source and containing all the essential amino acids your body needs. For an easily digestible vegan muscle builder and energy booster, you’ll enjoy this power-packed raw organic powder. Add it to your smoothies, mix it into nut milk or sprinkle it into yogurt. Whichever way you take it you’ll feel the benefits in your body. Wellness Raw Hemp Powder 200g R55 or Shelled Seeds 200g R129 SHOP ALL ONLINE AT WELLNESSWAREHOUSE.COM

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POWER UP

ON PLANTS

by Kelly Schreuder


A GOOD DIET SHOULD SUPPORT OPTIMUM WELLNESS AND ACHIEVE GOALS LIKE BALANCED WEIGHT, HEALTHIER GUT FUNCTION OR IMPROVED CHOLESTEROL PROFILES. DESPITE MANY VARIATIONS IN THE ISSUES I TREAT, ONE MESSAGE IS CLEAR: A HEALTHY, PREVENTIVE DIET FOR MOST CONDITIONS IS BASED ON A VARIETY OF REAL FOODS, INCLUDING PLENTY OF PLANT FOODS SUCH AS WHOLE GRAINS, LEGUMES, FRUITS, VEGETABLES AND VEGETABLE OILS LIKE OLIVE OIL.

DID YOU KNOW? A 2006 study compared two diets high in fruit and vegetables. It was found that consumption of a high botanical diversity of fruits and vegetables (18 varieties) was associated with a reduction in markers of both lipid peroxidation and DNA oxidation (damage).

A diet with the equivalent quantity, but reduced diversity (only 5 varieties), was only associated with reduced lipid peroxidation, which suggests that the diversity of plant intake is perhaps even more important than the overall amount consumed.

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We can then add contributions from all other food groups to ensure variety and enough protein, essential fats and micronutrients like iron and calcium. Also important is minimising potentially dangerous and unhealthy foods and substances like alcohol, processed meat, excess salt and refined sugar.

There is a constant barrage of new trends in diet and powerfully marketed ingredients promising to make you a better version of yourself. I have observed great confusion as a result. One of the principles of a healthy lifestyle is to make easy and sustainable choices in your routine that you understand and enjoy enough to keep doing forever.

One basic choice is to increase the number of plant foods you consume each day. This is not a new idea. We know that abundant fruit and vegetable consumption is a cornerstone of almost every type of healthy diet and is linked to reduced risk of heart disease, stroke and diabetes. In case you need more motivation, here are a few of the many benefits of fruit and vegetables.

Essential micronutrients & fibre Fruit and vegetables contribute vitamin A, vitamin C, folate, magnesium and potassium, as well as both soluble and insoluble fibre.

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A HEALTHY, PREVENTIVE DIET FOR MOST CONDITIONS IS BASED ON A VARIETY OF REAL FOODS, INCLUDING PLENTY OF PLANT FOODS SUCH AS WHOLE GRAINS, LEGUMES, FRUITS, VEGETABLES AND VEGETABLE OILS LIKE OLIVE OIL.

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Fibre in our diets is linked to a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease. Some types of fibre are also considered important prebiotics - ingredients that enhance the growth of beneficial bacteria that live in our guts. A healthy gut microflora means

more than a healthy digestive system. A healthy gut is critical for overall health. The bacteria in our gut helps to mediate our immune responses. They also produce beneficial substances like short chain fatty acids, which are absorbed into our blood stream and used as fuel by the brain, liver and muscles.

Including more fruit & vegetables is more satisfying In a review written for the World Health Organization in 2005, Dr Beth Carlton Tohill presented research around the role of fruit and vegetables in weight management.

Tohill discussed the benefits of allowing unlimited fruit and vegetable consumption in the context of a weight management plan. The low energy density and a high water and fibre content of these foods can improve satiety. An additional benefit of a ‘free food’ strategy like that is that bigger meal sizes mean reduced feelings of deprivation on a weight-loss diet, where portions of other foods are often smaller. In practice, I usually advise sticking to 2-3 fruit servings per day with an unlimited amount

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of the less starchy vegetables. Fruits and starchy vegetables (like potatoes, sweet potatoes and butternut) contribute energy in the form of carbohydrates and should be eaten in appropriate quantities relative to requirements and weight goals.

Phytonutrients Oxidative stress is associated with lifestyle diseases like cancer and cardiovascular disease. A diet high in a diverse selection of fruit and vegetables is linked to significant reductions in markers of cellular damage.

Plants contain various anti-oxidant phytonutrients, which appear to protect our cells and DNA from damage. While scientists are still researching optimum ways to isolate these beneficial substances, the research so far still supports eating real foods, rather than supplementing antioxidants in large doses. The quantities of these substances in their naturally occurring forms seem to be consistently safe and beneficial, whereas large isolated doses of phytonutrients sometimes have detrimental effects.

Raw versus More The way you store and prepare your fruit and vegetables can affect their nutritional value. For example, peeling, chopping and

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long storage times cause reductions in vitamin C levels. On the other hand, many nutrients are more easily absorbed when vegetables are lightly cooked. Prolonged cooking times and boiling in water are associated with loss of nutrients. Some nutrients are fat-soluble, which means that for optimum absorption, we should include some fat with a meal to enhance the bioavailability of nutrients like betacarotene, a precursor to vitamin A. Is the only option then to grow your own organic vegetables, to pick and use immediately, with strict preparation rules? My answer to that is based on the attitude that eating more vegetables is healthy, even if you do not handle them perfectly every time. The habit of including these foods regularly and in abundance is far more important than getting everything right. If buying packets of ready peeled and chopped vegetables makes it easier for you to eat them, go for it. It is far better to compromise marginally on the nutritional value of an otherwise healthy food, than to end up eating a junky take-away for dinner. Start where you are.

What is one thing you can do each day to add more vegetables? Once the habit is in place, you can refine your choices.

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Buy smaller amounts of fruit and vegetables regularly to reduce long storage times and waste.

Rather than getting overwhelmed with what exactly to eat and the best way to cook it, aim instead to eat a variety of fruit and vegetables, prepared in different ways. Raw, pickled, steamed, sautéed, pureed and roasted vegetables make a delicious and varied diet, with many benefits.

Think about eating all the colours of the rainbow, including black and white.

Colours usually indicate different phytonutrients, for example orange usually suggests the presence of beta-carotene and purple indicates anthocyanins.

Include green and orange fruits or vegetables every day.

Find ways to add vegetables to your main dishes e.g. chopped or grated into mince, stews, lasagne, curries and stir-fries.

GOOD HEALTH BEGINS FROM THE INSIDE OUT.

“A healthy gut is essential for an overall healthy body and mind.”

DID YOU KNOW THAT HEALTHY GUT BACTERIA: Promotes normal gastrointestinal function

THE GUT-BRAIN CONNECTION: Bad bacteria produces toxins that trigger the immune system in the gut

Helps us maintain our normal weight

The brain is altered to inflammation by the immune system via protein molecules in response, the brain releases stress hormones, & neurotransmitter levels are altered

Allows for better absorption of vitamins & minerals

This can lead to a variety of mental health problems:

Regulates metabolism

Provides protection from infection as it comprises more than 75% of our immune system

Anxiety disorder such as obsessive-compulsive disorder ; Depression ; Insomnia ; Behavioural disorder such as autism and ADD/ADHD

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BLENDING, MIXING, SLICING, WHISKING AND SHREDDING IS ONE OF THE SECRETS IN MAKING EXTRAORDINARY MEALS. BEFORE YOU PURCHASE ONE, BE AWARE THAT ONCE YOU START, YOU WILL DISCOVER MORE AND MORE DISHES YOU WANT TO TRY OUT. ANTICIPATE DISCOVERING MORE WAYS TO MAKE FOOD DELICIOUS AND GET ONE WITH MORE FUNCTIONS THAN YOU INITIALLY THINK YOU MIGHT NEED. Here’s how to match your task with your tool STAND MIXER

BLENDER BENDER PADDLE: cookies and cake dough

WHISK: cream, meringue, icing and frosting

DOUGH HOOK: bread, vegetable or bean patties

FOOD PROCESSOR

SHREDDING DISK: coleslaw, veggie pasta, potato latkes, fritters

SLICING DISK: potato and veggie chips, aubergine or vegetable lasagna

S – BLADE: fallafel, pesto, hummus, nut butters, pie crust

BLENDER Smoothies, soups, sauces, vinaigrettes, dressings STICK / HANDHELD BLENDER Chunky soup, applesauce, tomato soup

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Space, material, ease of use, design and how easy it is to clean are important factors in choosing the right kitchen companion. Here’s a checklist of things you might want to think about.

WASHING – Some machines are quite difficult to clean. Bear in mind that you will definitely want to clean your blender almost straight after each use.

See how easy it is to clean before you buy one.

STORAGE – Double check how much space it takes up. If your kitchen is open plan and it’s a countertop feature you may want to go for a sexier design than if you’re getting a handheld blender that can fit into a draw.

POWER – the higher the wattage, the more powerful. If you are blending heavy duty items go for more watts. In any instance you’ll want a blender with at least 350 watts.

CAPACITY – most blenders range in size from about 3 cups to 7 cups. Get one with a good capacity so your mixture doesn’t overflow onto the counter.

Size is especially important if you are stock piling soups, making marathon smoothies or pesto for a large family reunion.

SPEED – Having a huge variation in speed isn’t that important. Slow, medium and fast will do for everything you might need.

DESIGN – If you’re putting all sorts of chunky ingredients or hard ingredients into your blender and it often wobbles around then go for one with a really solid base. Glass and stainless steel are prefereable to plastic. With glass you can see what’s going on while you are blending. Plastic is lighter but may not be quite as hardy.

DID YOU KNOW? Besides making food for yourself, you can blend together all your wasted food scraps, anything from banana peels to coffee grounds, left over salad, an egg box and more as a starter mixture for compost. Add a bit of water if needed, add this directly to your soil or your compost pile and you’ll no doubt start attracting earth worms and beneficial bacteria. Try and keep it all organic.

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IN A PHENOMENAL RESCUE MISSION FOR ALL THE CHOCO-HOLICS OUT THERE PETER AND BERYN DANIELS FROM SOARING FREE SUPERFOODS HAVE TAKEN THE CACAO BEAN, LINED IT UP NEXT TO AN IMMENSE AMOUNT OF SUPERFOODS AND CREATED A BAR TO RIVAL ALL BARS. Beryn’s love of chocolate and dedication to pure wholesome foods led them on a cacao bean treasure hunt, a wild-crafted herb adventure, and a blending, grinding, tempering feat that’s left us overwhelmed with the result. Not only is their chocolate not bad for you but it’s immensly good for you. Apparently raw cacao is known as a ‘carrier of medicine’ for it’s ability to deliver nutrition into the body. Here are some of the tonic super-herbs and superfoods piggy-backing the raw cacao destined to deeply nourish your body.

SUPERFOODS Raw Cacao CACAO is a CARRIER of MEDICINE and was referred to by the ancients as ‘The Food of the Gods’.

• heart-supporting magnesium • mood enhancing • anti-aging antioxidants Mesquite Among the earliest known foods, Native Americans saw it as an integral food and used it to make medicinal tea. Rich in protein as well as calcium, magnesium, potassium, iron and zinc.

• natural low GI sweetness • fibre-rich • balancing blood sugar Lucuma From the Andean valleys of Peru comes a fruit known as as the ‘Gold of the Incas’ revered by the ancient Incas for its delicious flavour and nutritional density.

• low-glycemic sweetness • oxygenation of the blood Hemp seeds/protein As an ancient, highly revered food, hemp seeds contain all the essential amino acids and are considered to be a complete protein food that supports: • the immune system • digestive & colon health Baobab African superfruit, exceptionally rich in antioxidants and essential minerals and has been used medicinally by traditional cultures for centuries.

• cholesterol reducing fibre • alkalising minerals for correct body pH Maca Ancient Peruvian power food of warriors! The highest altitude grown food in the world, grown in soils extremely rich in minerals, providing an amazing array of trace minerals and health benefits, including: • increased energy, endurance & strength

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GREEN SUPERFOODS Wheatgrass & Barleygrass: The most powerful source of alkalising minerals.

• Chlorophyll-rich and mineral dense Moringa Known as the “miracle tree” Moringa is a nutrition powerhouse and amongst the most nutrient dense botanicals on earth.

• Over 92 verifiable cell-ready nutrients Spirulina This blue-green algae is one of the most complete sources of nutrition on earth through its ability to convert sun energy into protein rich chlorophyll.

• Contains B vitamins for higher energy levels • Supports cleansing & detoxification TONIC HERBS Traditionally used medicinal herbs known to be adaptogens can restore the body to balance better than any medicine, because they target and strengthen the whole body. Tonic herbal adaptogens are non-specific, because they balance and tone (quite different from boosting or suppressing) a wide range of different biological functions all at once.

Prepared Foti Prized for centuries because of its ability to prevent premature ageing and enhance longevity and youthfulness.

• Tonifies and energises the skeletal system, the muscular system and the nervous system Source of MAO inhibitors, which allow the brain to maintain high levels of feel-good chemicals Mucuna Used in Ayurveda to treat nervous system disorders, low sex drive and infertility.

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• Powerful anti-fungal, antibacterial and antiviral properties, which makes it a perfect herb for cleaning parasites and candida Chaga Siberian King of the Medicinal Mushrooms • Asian herbalists believe that Siberian Chaga preserves youthfulness and promotes health and longevity • Contains the highest amounts of antitumour, cancer-fighting compounds of any herb FUNCTIONAL FLAVOUR Cinnamon & Vanilla Blood sugar balancing, antioxidant activity & anti-inflammation abilities Sunflower Lecithin Lecithin is a necessary component of every cell in the human body. Considered a keystone in the construction of cells, lecithin prevents the hardening of cell membranes. Lecithin has shown, in addition to the heart, circulatory and metabolic benefits, a tendency to aid the brain in memory and learning. The sunflower lecithin used is certified non-GMO. Sea salt Full spectrum mineralisation

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THE GRAIN FROM HIGH NUTRITION TO ALKALINE HEALER, WE FEATURE 4 TOP GRAINS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR DIET. USE THIS GUIDE FOR PREPARATION TIPS, ATTRIBUTES AND FEATURES.

DID YOU KNOW? If something is labelled ‘whole grain’ it should contain ground, cracked or flaked cereal grains with their endorsperm, germ and bran intact. The endosperm, germ and bran are the main anatomical components of a cereal grain. A groat is a hulled grain that has been broken into fragments. The groat still includes the main anatomical components of a cereal grain, though, even though it has been hulled.

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recipes Grains have been a staple food for centuries in many cultures. They’re filling, nutritious and offer a satiating effect.

While barley is mildly acidic the other three grains have an alkaline effect in the body, something a western diet often lacks. Some people find grains difficult to digest but soaking them before cooking makes them much easier on the system.

The grains we have chosen are easily digested and what’s more, they’re gluten free. Quinoa, buckwheat and barley are often classified as seeds from nongrassy plants and sometimes referred to as pseudo-grains. To maximise the goodness, choose organic to avoid possible ingestion of chemicals and insecticides.

½ RED PEPPER DICED ¼ WHITE ONION, CUT INTO SMALL PIECES 1 TSP GARLIC SALT 1 TSP CUMIN 1 TSP CAYENNE PEPPER ½ JALAPENO, CUT SMALL ¼ CUP FRESH CORIANDER CHOPPED FINELY ½ LIME BOTH JUICE AND ZEST 1.

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Toss cooked barley, diced tomatoes, corn, black beans, red bell and onions in large bowl, sprinkle with ½ tsp garlic salt, cumin and chili powder.

Add jalapeno, cilantro and lime zest and juice, mix thoroughly and taste.

Add more garlic salt as needed.

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Barley is a wonderfully versatile cereal grain with a rich nutlike flavor and an appealing chewy, pasta-like consistency.

It resembles wheat berries, although is slightly lighter in colour. Sprouted barley is naturally high in maltose, a sugar that serves as the basis for malt syrup sweetener. When fermented, barley is used as an ingredient in beer and other alcoholic beverages.

BARLEY SALAD

MAKE DAILY FOOD CHOICES EASY BY INCLUDING A DIFFERENT GRAIN EVERY DAY AS A STAPLE PART OF YOUR MAIN MEAL. TURN THEM INTO SALADS OR EAT WITH VEGETABLES OR PROTEIN OR BOTH. MAKE SURE YOU CHOOSE ORGANIC VARIETIES FOR THE BEST NUTRITION AND ECO-PRACTICE.

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of all the common grains and is highly recommended as an anti-candida diet.

Protein, B vitamins, and high amounts of iron, magnesium, and potassium is abundant in millet which has loads of fibre and is easy to digest. Some believe millet is less mucous forming than other grains.

PUMPKIN MILLET GRANOLA Makes about 5 cups of granola

INGREDIENTS 1/2 CUP PUMPKIN PUREE (MAKE THIS FROM COOKED AND BLENDED PUMPKIN) 1 TSP GROUND CINNAMON 1/4 TSP GROUND NUTMEG 1/8 TSP GROUND GINGER 1/8 TSP GROUND ALL SPICE 1/4 TSP HIMALAYAN SALT 1/2 CUP COCONUT SUGAR 3 TBSP PURE MAPLE SYRUP 1 TSP PURE VANILLA EXTRACT 2 ½ CUPS RAW OATS 1/4 CUP UNCOOKED MILLET 1/4 CUP GROUND FLAXSEED 1/2 CUP PECANS 1/4 CUP PUMPKIN SEEDS 1/2 CUP DRIED CRANBERRIES 1/4 CUP RAISINS 1.

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INGREDIENTS 1½ CUPS OF COOKED AND DRAINED PEARLED BARLEY 1 CUP OF ROMA TOMATOES, CUT EACH ONE INTO FOUR 1 CUP OF CORN, RINSED AND DRAINED ½ CUP OF BLACK BEANS RINSED AND DRAINED

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Heat the oven to 180 degrees Celcius.

Use a large baking tray and line it with baking paper.

In a large bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, all spice, and salt.

Stir in the coconut sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla extract and mix together well.

Add the oats, millet, and flaxseed, and stir until evenly coated. Stir in the pecans and pumpkin seeds until fairly evenly distributed and every part of your mixture is moist.

Spread evenly on the baking sheet and pack it fairly tightly using a wooden spoon.

Bake for 20 minutes, stir it again and press tightly. Bake for 15-20 minutes more until it is all nicely toasted. Leave it in the hot tray while it cools then add the raisins and cranberries.

Serve it with yoghurt or milk or eat just as is.

In the middle ages before potatoes and corn, the most popular food eaten in Europe were millet and barley. Millet is the perfect alkalinising food and is gluten-free. It is the most alkalinising

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Buckwheat also has all 9 of the essential amino acids we need and is a complete protein. It has lots of the tissue building amino acid lysine and abundant calcium, iron, vitamin E, and B vitamins, magnesium, manganese, zinc and copper. With a gluten-free profile and health-promoting flavonoids, it’s lauded for lowering bad cholesterol levels and high blood pressure.

In Russia it’s commonly eaten roasted where it’s known as ‘kasha’. Buckwheat breaks down slowly allowing the body to absorb the carbohydrates more slowly.

This means it offers a steady supply of energy and lasting satiety. It’s a great food for those with early onset diabetes.

MOROCCAN BUCKWHEAT SALAD Serves 2

INGREDIENTS 1 CUP BUCKWHEAT ½ CUP KALE OR BABY SPINACH 1 CUP OF CHOPPED BUTTERNUT 1/2 AVOCADO 1/2 LEMON SQUEEZED 1 SMALL BABY MARROW 1/2 CHOPPED EGG PLANT 2 TBSP TOASTED PINE NUTS SALT AND PEPPER 1 TSP CINNAMON CHOPPED MINT 1 TBSP COCONUT OIL ¼ CUP FULL CREAM YOGHURT 1.

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Cut up the butternut, baby marrow and egg plant and add the coconut oil.

Season with salt and pepper and bake for 35 minutes.

Cook the buckwheat in boiling water.

When it has cooked through sprinkle cinamon on it and mix it through. Leave it to cool.

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Wash the kale or spinach, massage with olive oil and put in the oven until crispy (about 10 minutes) Dry fry the pine nuts over a hot pan.

7. Mix the butternut squash, baby marrow, egg plant and pine nuts into the quinoa.

8. Add the avocado and the kale or spinach.

9. Put the chopped mint into the yoghurt and mix through the salad.

10. Squeeze lemon over your salad just before you serve it.

QUINOA (pronounced KEEN-wa)

Quinoa comes in a white or red variety and is actually a seed originally from South America where it was a staple of the Incas and Indians of the Andes mountains. It was called the ‘mother grain’ because of it’s nourishing properties. Because of its unusually high nutritive value, researchers now call it the ‘super grain’.

Quinoa is higher in protein than other whole grains, and offers all 9 of the essential amino acids we need. It’s a perfect food for vegans and vegetarians who can also expect high levels of lysine, cystine, and methionine beneficial to tissue growth. It has substantial iron

content and calcium, phosphorus, vitamins A, E, and B vitamins. Quinoa only takes about 15 minutes to cook and has a lot of versatility being good for salads, warm meals and as you see below, for chocolate cake too.

CHOC-QUIN CAKE GLUTEN FREE Serves one

INGREDIENTS 2 CUPS COOKED ORGANIC QUINOA 1/3 CUP ALMOND OR COCONUT MILK 4 ORGANIC EGGS ½ CUP COCONUT OIL 1 TSP VANILLA EXTRACT ¾ CUP COCONUT SUGAR ½ CUP RAW CACAO POWDER 1TSP BAKING POWDER ½ TSP BAKING SODA ½ TSP HIMALAYAN SALT

1. Heat the oven to 180 degrees Celcius.

2. Grease a medium cake tin.

3. Melt the coconut oil on low heat and add the quinoa, milk, eggs and vanilla. Mix really well until you have a consistent smooth result. Use a processor if you have one.

4. Add the cacao, baking powder, baking soda and salt.

5. Bake for about 40 minutes. Leave to cool completely before removing from the pan otherwise it will crumble.

6. Cover the top with coconut cream as a healthy frosting.

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RAW conversion SURPRISE YOURSELF AT THE AWESOME MENU YOU CAN GET FROM COMPLETELY NATURAL RAW INGREDIENTS. SO MANY PEOPLE REPORT AN ABUNDANCE OF INCREASED ENERGY AND A TOTAL FEELING OF WELLNESS ON A RAW DIET. IT MAY NOT BE SUITED TO EVERYONE, BUT IF YOU ARE DRAWN TO THIS EMPOWERING WAY OF EATING, SWITCH OVER GRADUALLY BY CONTINUOUSLY ADDING MORE RAW TO YOUR MEALS. HERE ARE SOME RECIPES AND TIPS TO INSPIRE A ‘RAW IN CONVERSION’ DIET. FROM GREEN ALKALINE SOUP AND ORANGE SPIRAL SALAD TO RAW CACAO CHEESECAKE WITH ALMONDS AND AVOS, TO WE GIVE YOU FRESH AND RAW AS NEVER BEFORE.

GREEN SPIN ALKALINE SOUP This is a great healing soup that’s cleansing and alkalinizing too. If your digestive system isn’t accustomed to healthy food you may want to work towards this soup.

Serves 2

INGREDIENTS 1 AVOCADO 2 SPRING ONIONS ½ GREEN PEPPER 1 CUCUMBER 2 HANDFULS SPINACH ½ GARLIC CLOVE ½ TSP CUMIN 1 TSP DASH BRAGG LIQUID AMINOS ¼ CUP YEAST FREE VEGETABLE STOCK JUICE OF 1 LEMON ¼ CUP CHOPPED PARSLEY 1 TBSP CHOPPED CORIANDER 1.

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Peel, de-pip and chop up the avo. Cut up the spring onions, green pepper, cucumber, spinach and garlic clove.

Add the cumin, liquid aminos, vegetable stock, lemon juice and blend together into a liquid.

Before serving stir in the chopped parsley and coriander.

DID YOU KNOW? Many raw food menus include high nutrient foods like nuts, nut butters and superfoods, which means you’ll find you need less food to feel satisfied. If you’re eating a lot of water based food like fruit and veggies you will want to eat more frequent meals during the day.

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ORANGE SPIRAL SALAD WITH PAPRIKA EGGPLANT

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This recipe combines raw salad with a cooked accompaniment. It’s great for a raw conversion diet and the eggplant is absolutely more-ish with smoked paprika.

If you prefer the eggplant to be a little less thick then feel free to add a bit of yoghurt or nut milk to the blender.

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INGREDIENTS FOR THE CRUST 2 ½ CUPS OF RAW ALMONDS 10 MOIST DATES 1-2 TBSP OF COCONUT OIL PINCH OF SEA SALT

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INGREDIENTS 1 LARGE EGGPLANT ¾ TSP SMOKED PAPRIKA 2 TBSP OLIVE OIL 2 TBSP TOASTED SESAME OIL PINCH OF HIMALAYAN SALT PINCH OF FRESHLY GROUND BLACK PEPPER 1 SMALL TO MEDIUM BUTTERNUT 2 MEDIUM CARROTS 2 BROCCOLI HEADS FOR THE DRESSING 1 TBSP EXTRA-VIRGIN OLIVE OIL 1 TBSP FRESH LEMON JUICE 1 TSP GRATED LEMON ZEST 2 TSP LIGHT AGAVE NECTAR HIMALAYAN SALT 4 TBSP TOASTED SESAME SEEDS 2 CUPS PLAIN GREEK YOGURT

FOR THE TOP 2 ½ CUPS RAW ALMONDS 10 MOIST DATES 2 TABLESPOONS COCONUT OIL 1 PINCH SEA SALT 4 RIPE AVOCADOS ¾ CUP COCONUT OIL 2 CUPS RAW ORGANIC CACAO POWDER 1 PINCH HIMALAYAN SALT 1 CUP RUNNY HONEY 1.

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Heat the oven to 180 degrees celcius.

Using a medium heat blacken the skin of the eggplant on both sides.

2. Put it on a baking tray in the oven and roast for about 30 minutes.

3. Let it cool, leave the skin on and cut into pieces.

4. Add the paprika, olive and sesame oil and salt and pepper.

5. Blend it together until it becomes a spread.

6. Cut the broccoli stems into strips and toss in with the other vegetables.

7. Heat a pot on the stove, once it is fairly hot; throw in the sesame seeds for a few seconds to toast them.

8. Blend all the dressing ingredients together.

9. Dress your vegetables thoroughly and leave them for about 10 minutes to soak up the dressing.

10. Serve the vegetables over the puréed eggplant.

11. Garnish with freshly chopped coriander

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First make the crust. Put the almonds into a blender until they turn into a crumb like texture.

Add the dates, coconut oil and salt.

Blend them all together until you get an even dough-like mixture.

Put wax paper in your cake tin and press the dough into the tin until it’s level all round.

Keep it in the fridge while you make the rest.

Now make the top layer by blending all the ingredients together until you have a consistently smooth mixture.

Using a spoon, dollop this mixture over the layer of crust.

Even it out and then put it in the freezer to set. It only needs about an hour in the freezer and after that you can leave it in the fridge.

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Realise that raw food eating doesn’t just mean nibbling on a carrot. There are so many new, interesting and different foods you have access to that you may never have tasted before.

Things like seeds, nuts, nut butters, spices, dehydrated food and herbs, soaked, fermented and sprouted food will form part of your meal plan and you might want to invest in a blender, processor, sprouter and dehydrator.

If you are eating high density nutritious food like nut butters you will feel satisfied with far less food – about a quarter of what you would normally eat.

When it comes to salads, if you are eating salads on their own without seeds and dressings you may need to eat more frequently than normal.

Experiment with your food and find out what satisfies you the most. If you prefer cereal type food or you just love creamy chocolatey food or if soup is nicer for you than biting through chunky veg, find the raw food equivalent, because there will be one.

In the changeover start by including a green soup or juice in your normal diet or replacing one meal a day with a raw meal. Be careful about which cooked food you mix with raw as sometimes the two may not complement your digestive processes.

To make sure you get maximum satisfaction from your meals, include a variety of different foods and processes that yield a vast array of taste and texture sensations.

As your body becomes cleaner you are able to taste more of the flavours in food when it is at its most natural. You will find that less flavouring is needed and your diet is simplified and unfussy.

You may find you don’t have the need to be exactly 100% raw that 90% raw suits you just fine.

Favour what your body calls for rather than locking yourself into strict rules.

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THERE’S BEEN A LOT OF TO AND FRO IN THE DAIRY DEBATE OVER THE YEARS, WITH VARIOUS INVESTED MEDIA AND EVEN GOVERNMENTAL ORGANISATIONS CLAIMING DAIRY IS GOOD FOR US, WHILE MANY INVOLVED IN THE STUDY AND PRACTICE OF NUTRITION ADVISE AGAINST IT.

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DID YOU KNOW? Dairy is categorized as any food product made from the milk of mammals. This includes milk of all types, cow, goat, buffalo, mare, reindeer, moose, yak and camel as well as derivatives and products made with milk like cream, butter, cheese, cottage cheese, feta, buttermilk, ghee, curds, kefir, condensed milk, custard, ice cream, yoghurt and all the variations.

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There are parts of the globe where dairy is a staple and uncontested part of a healthy diet. The Maasai people of southern Kenya and northern Tanzania, for example, have traditionally thrived on a diet of raw meat, raw milk and raw blood. However in the modern Western world of processed food and factory farming, not to mention additives like hormones, dairy is often seen as a less than ideal dietary staple.

Dr. Mark Hyman, Medical Director at Cleveland Clinic’s Centre for Functional Medicine, controversially quips that dairy is only really good for you if you’re a calf.

Most traditional cultures have some type of dairy as a staple in their diets, some of the Bedouins live for weeks on mainly camel milk, Skyr, a cultured dairy product similar to yoghurt has been part of Icelandic cuisine for more than a thousand years. Qatiq comes from Bulgaria and is a fermented milk drink. Paneer, a fresh white cheese is common in India as is Matzoon, fermented milk popular in Armenia.

Popular belief maintains that dairy is a good source of calcium, which helps keep our bones strong. It’s not the only source of calcium, which is good to know if you’ve decided to go dairy free. While calcium is necessary for ensuring bone health, the benefits of calcium intake no longer exist after we’ve consumed about 600 mg per day. Clinical research has in fact shown that milk consumption does not improve bone strength or decrease the risk of fractures. Interestingly enough, countries with the lowest rates of dairy and calcium intake (like Africa and Asia) also have the lowest rates of osteoporosis.

Another belief is that drinking milk supplies a good daily intake of vitamin D. In truth, few foods naturally contain vitamin D, and no dairy products naturally contain the vitamin. The best natural source of vitamin D is of course sunlight, and five to fifteen minutes of exposure a day can be more than enough to meet the body’s daily requirements (depending on the climate and the individual’s skin tone).

Depending on your constitution and the source and quality of dairy products, also whether they are processed and have additives, diary has been found to be detrimental to some people. It’s been linked to certain cancers, particularly those of the reproductive system. The danger of dairy in relation to prostate and breast cancer is likely related to the insulin-like growth factor (IGF-1) found in cow’s milk.

Lactose intolerance is a problem that affects about 75% of the world’s population. The symptoms of this include gastrointestinal distress, diarrhea and flatulence, which surface because these individuals don’t have the lactase enzyme necessary to digest the milk sugar lactose.

Additionally, much commercial milk contains a range of contaminants, including hormones and pesticides. There are the hormones and growth factors that are naturally produced in a cow’s body, and then the synthetic hormones commonly used to increase the production

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of milk. These can all affect hormonal function in the human body. Traces of the antibiotics used when treating cows for fairly frequent ailments like mastitis and inflammation have also been found in samples of milk and dairy products.

Then of course there are the ethical concerns of the modern dairy industry.

Like all mammals, cows must give birth in order to make milk. They carry their babies for nine months, then begin to lactate for the sole purpose of nourishing their young. Due to extensive genetic manipulation, today’s dairy cows produce up to 12 times more milk than they would naturally produce to feed a calf. Yet virtually all dairy calves are taken from their mothers within hours of their birth. To keep the cows lactating at maximum yields, they are artificially inseminated. The constant cycle of forced pregnancy and birth creates a huge surplus of calves sold off to the veal industry. Dairy cows’ overworked bodies begin producing less milk at 4 to 5 years of age, at which point they are slaughtered (whereas cows can naturally live up to 25 years).

The good news is that there is a range of tasty and healthy alternatives to cow’s milk available!

While soy milk is often front of mind, it isn’t always an ideal replacement because it’s high in phytoestrogens, the plant compounds that look like estrogen to the body and that could interrupt normal hormonal functioning.

The majority of the soy available commercially today is also genetically modified – another no-go for the conscious consumer.

Rice milk is another option that many avoid because of the high carbohydrate content and the fact that most options currently on the market tend to have additives like flavourings, thickeners and sweeteners.

Many health enthusiasts find almond milk a good alternative. It’s lower in calories and carbs, high in healthy fats, and contains significant amounts of vitamin E, various B vitamins and digestive fibre. It also tastes rather nutty and delicious. Just make sure - when

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buying almond milk - that you avoid the nasty additives that can be found in some options, and always go for the unsweetened version. You do get brands that list only spring water and almonds as the ingredients, and those are the ones you want to go for.

For those with nut allergies, hemp milk is a great alternative. It’s beneficial for health in terms of its omega content, and it happens to taste great. As hemp is a highly sustainable crop, hemp milk is a healthier alternative for the planet too!

Coconut milk’s creamy texture and sweet taste makes it a favourite alternative in many households too.

It contains healthy fats in the form of medium-chain triglycerides and has antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral properties. Again, it is best to opt for the unsweetened or ‘lite’ options, and make sure you avoid brands with questionable ingredients such as sodium metabisulfite (a preservative used in some cheaper options). For those who enjoy yoghurt, coconut yoghurt can be made from coconut milk and is a delicious and nutritious substitute.

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Allow the yoghurt to culture for up to 24 hours (making sure you leave it for at least 8 hours).

It will still be thin at this stage, so place it in the fridge for a further 6 or more hours. This will halt the fermentation process and allow it to thicken.

ALMOND MILK Serves two

INGREDIENTS 1 CUP ALMONDS 4 CUPS FILTERED/SPRING WATER ½ TEASPOON SEA SALT 1.

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Soak almonds in water and salt for at least 12 hours.

Rinse almonds and blend with fresh water until smooth and creamy.

Strain mixture into a large bowl through a nut milk or sprout bag, cheese cloth or kitchen towel.

Blend strained mixture again until liquid.

Store in the fridge for up to a week.

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MAKE YOUR OWN COCONUT YOGHURT Serves two

INGREDIENTS 4 CUPS COCONUT MILK 1 TABLESPOON HONEY OR MAPLE SYRUP YOGHURT STARTER OR PROBIOTIC POWDER (KEFIR GRAINS WORK HERE TOO) 1.

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Heat the coconut milk and sweetener to barely a boil and remove from heat.

In a glass bowl, allow the milk to cool to about 46º.

Add the yoghurt starter or probiotic powder and stir to combine.

Pour the mixture into a clean glass jar with a tight fitting lid.

Cover and place in an oven that is off with just the light on, the door shut and a towel wrapped around the jars of yoghurt for extra insulation.

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Countries with the lowest consumption of dairy products also have the lowest bone fracture incidence amongst their populations.

Milk has been cited as an acne trigger.

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by Kheyrne Danu

TODAY’S FAST PACED LIFE HARDLY YIELDS ONE MOMENT TO STOP AND RECHARGE. BULLETPROOF COFFEE AND RAW CHOCOLATE AREN’T THE SOLUTION TO DWINDLING ENERGY LEVELS. OUR BODIES ARE TAKING STRAIN AND PREMATURE AGING IS THE RESULT. TO REPAIR AND REBUILD WE NEED TO ASK THE 5000 YEAR-OLD EXPERTS: ADAPTOGEN HERBS.

DID YOU KNOW? Russian physician and scientist Dr. Israel Brekhman and his mentor Prof. Lazarv coined the name ‘adaptogens’ nearly 50 years ago. They used it for a group of herbs long revered by people in China, Japan, Russia and Korea. They called them adaptogens after scientific discoveries proved how effective they are in helping the body adapt to strains and changes in daily living.

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Originally used in Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese Medicine, adaptogens hold a quality unlike any other. They provide the antidote to the stress story. Your body has a stress response system, hardwired to protect you from danger. For most of us, constant pressure keeps the body on danger alert most of the day.

The constant drip of stress hormones eventually leads to inflammation, cellular damage and dysregulation of your systems. Enter adaptogens.

These tonic herbs help your body adapt to stress. High cortisol (stress hormone) can be responsible for excess weight.

It can impact your brain making you more forgetful and mentally fragmented, as well as impair your immune system.

Adaptogens normalize the stress hormones. They take you out of the fight flight state and into the rest and digest state.

Unlike other plants, adaptogens are not stimulating, but they are able to energize a tired body. They are also not tranquilizers, yet able to calm a wired body, and help you into deep sleep.

On top of all that adaptogens also repair damaged tissue. Science has been studying these unusual plants for decades. Only 1 in 10,000 plants are classified as adaptogens.

Here are some examples of these fine fellows: Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) This soothing adaptogen has been used in India for 4000 years. It has the ability to increase daily energy, blood sugar, memory and concentration. It’s a great herb for those that feel tired but wired and have difficulty falling asleep.

Ashwagandha has a positive effect on the endocrine system, reducing cortisol, increasing fertility including libido, and balancing thyroid hormones T3 and T4.

It also supports perimenopause and impedes premature aging. Many use it for reducing inflammation, especially in arthritis. Ashwagandha is a strong immune modulator. It even contains the ingredient withanolides, which has an effective anti-tumor quality.

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Rhodiola Rosea Found in the arctic, this adaptogen was traditionally used by young Siberian couples to promote fertility; it is powerful enough to bring back lost menstruation and help resolve erectile dysfunction.

This anti-anxiety herb helps regulate the brain chemicals serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine, relieving depression and balancing cognitive disorders.

Rhodiola helps with short intensive periods of stress; improving recovery time, strength and endurance during exercise. Its anti-inflammatory and immune balancing elements provide relief for chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia. It also contains phenolic compounds, which have a strong antioxidant and anti-carcinogenic quality.

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IT’S EASY TO SEE WHY ADAPTOGENS ARE CONSIDERED THE KINGS AND QUEENS OF HERBAL MEDICINE. EVERYONE WANTS RADICAL VITALITY AND ENHANCED PRODUCTIVITY.

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Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum) Also known as Holy Basil, Tulsi has been revered in India for over 5000 years. This vitalizing adaptogen does a significant job at relaxing the nervous system, relieving mild depression, uplifting mood and helping with restful sleep. By increasing efficiency in oxygen use, Tulsi improves energy, strength and endurance. It is great herb for balancing heart health and blood pressure. It reduces the negative physical effects of stress, even protecting the liver and other organs from chemical damage. Tulsi is also used to regulate the immune system, cortisol levels, as well as being a digestive aid. It relieves inflammation and protects tissue from radiation damage. Hundreds of antioxidant, anti-bacterial, anti-viral, and immune-enhancing compounds can be found in this herb.

SUPER KHERYNE We’re so proud of Kheryne Danu for bringing us the range of products under the brand SuperThrive. Three of us in the Wellness magazine office tried out the SuperThrive for Women and each one of us felt they made a noticeable difference in general wellbeing and energy levels.

We asked Kheryne for a snapshot of her journey towards developing Super Thrive.

She explains…

We all experience strange changes during puberty, but when problems keep escalating it gets a little scary.

Between mood swings, insomnia, weight fluctuations, fatigue and a desperate need to overcompensate for my shortcomings, I managed to frazzle myself into a heap by the time I was 26. But I was one of the lucky ones. A friendly health shop owner looked at me and announced, “Your adrenals need support, take adaptogens.”

After years immersed in the natural health world, I hadn’t yet heard about adaptogens or the effect on adrenals.

Taking adaptogen herbs was like lifting a veil. I discovering my calm, energized self for the first time.

Superfoods arrived in my life shortly after and the two seemed like the perfect marriage. One day I decided to make my life easier and mix my 14 adaptogen and superfood powders into one pot.

Trusting the avid research I had done on each plant, alongside some expert advice I worked out the dosage and ‘SuperThrive for Women’ was born. Plus it tasted good!

I loved the fresh, slightly earthy flavour.

A month later my close friend saw the difference in me and insisted I make the mix for other people. The feedback was amazing. I soon got to work on the Men’s formula, then the ‘Digestion SuperThrive’ and later the Children’s. Everytime I hear how someone’s PMS or hot flushes have cleared, their IBS has resolved or they finally fell pregnant, I am still amazed that my little product is really making a difference.

Fo-Ti (He Shou Wu) Fo-Ti is frequently used in Chinese medicine prescriptions, and is known to help improve health, stamina and resistance to diseases.

It effectively cleanses the kidney and liver, which in turn clean the blood. Fo-Ti has the ability to nourish the glandular, nervous, and skeletal systems. It is extremely rich in potent antioxidants and in anti-oxidantpotentiating molecules, strong enough to detoxify the free radical superoxide. Fo-Ti protects our cells from DNA damage, lipid peroxidation, ionizing radiation damage, and many forms of progressive cell degradation. Plus it is extremely rich in zinc, and the lecithin content of Fo-Ti helps lower cholesterol.

Schisandra chinensis Schisandra is a bright red adaptogenic power packed berry. It invigorates the RNA-DNA molecules to reconstruct cells generating vitality in the body. Schisandra helps prevent mental fatigue and increases accuracy and quality of work. In studies it increased physical performance in athletes while lowering cortisol levels. Schisandra stabilizes the blood glucose and blood pressure. It affords a stress-protective effect against a broad spectrum of harmful factors including radiation, heavy metals and oxidative stress. Schisandra’s active properties gently support and protect the liver while aiding the detoxification of carcinogens. It has a positive effect on cardiovascular disorders and the immune system. A recent study found Schisandra to be a potent support for people with conditions like ADHD, Alzheimer’s disease, poor attention and brain fog. Numerous clinical trials have demonstrated the efficiency of Schisandra on psychiatric disorders like neurosis, depression and schizophrenia.

Reishi mushroom This medicinal mushroom is known as the immune nourisher. Its antioxidant quality is strong enough to remove environmental toxins from the body. Yet it is so gentle it calms the nervous system and promotes restorative sleep. Its anti-inflammatory and neuro-protective properties have been found beneficial for patients with arthritis, neuralgia and Alzheimer’s. It is also known as a longevity elixir as it lowers stress impact and improves cardiac health. Reishi contains the immunestimulating polysaccharide, beta-glucan, which has anti-microbial, anti-viral and anti-tumour properties. It improves blood sugar regulation, oxygenation of the blood, and liver regeneration. Reishi is rich in antioxidants, amino acids, minerals, vitamins, including B12. It boasts potent free-radical and radiation protection.

Adaptogens can be taken daily, with their potency improving over time. They have no known side effects and are not addictive. They should be avoided during pregnancy but are highly beneficial during breastfeeding. Other adaptogens include Panax Ginseng, Maca, Gynostemma, Cordyceps mushrooms, Chaga, Taheebo, Rhemannia and Shilajit.

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BODY CHEMISTRY &

HEALTHY CHOICES

by Kevin Lentin

ARE YOU ABLE TO WAKE UP EVERY MORNING AND SAY, “I FEEL HEALTHY, I FEEL HAPPY AND I FEEL TERRIFIC”, OR IS IT MORE LIKE WAKING UP AND SAYING, “I FEEL GRUMPY, I FEEL TIRED AND I FEEL TERRIBLE”?

DID YOU KNOW? Okinawa, in Japan has some of the most centenarians in the world. A significant cultural tradition is known as hara hachi bu, which means eat until you’re only 80% full. Eating in moderation has notable health benefits.

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Waking up and actually spending a fair percentage of the day feeling tired, demotivated, worried and stressed is more common than one may think. Levels of depression and anxiety are on the increase. Digestive disorders including irritable bowel syndrome, spastic colon, constipation, diarrhoea, acid reflux, food allergies and intolerances have come to be accepted as ‘normal’ and, in fact, make up a large percentage of visits to the doctor.

Headaches, back and neck pain also seem to be ‘the order of the day’ all of which contribute to higher levels of absenteeism, loss of productivity and a general feeling of ‘your get up and go’ has gotten up and gone!

In addition, other conditions including obesity and endocrine disorders, such as thyroid, adrenal, estrogen and testosterone imbalances also contribute to a state of dis–ease prevalent today, and if left for long enough, can eventually manifest as disease.

Even when help is sought, very often no cause or organic reason can be found to substantiate these conditions. They seem to then be lumped into the ‘it must be due to stress’ bucket. After numerous expensive tests often come back negative, medication is prescribed to suppress the symptoms, and no attempt is made to look for other potential causes.

There is an increasing awareness amongst certain groups of health care professionals, those focused on disease prevention, Functional Medicine specialists and clinical nutritionists, that by merely supressing the symptoms, the underlying causes of the dis–ease and even the disease will be masked, perpetuating on-going cellular damage. It’s like just covering up the red light that appears on your dashboard indicating that something is wrong and hoping that the problem will go away.

The first step in understanding why one may be feeling tired and de-motivated and generally ‘not up to par’ is to appreciate that the body is really, just ‘one big chemistry set’. There are thousands of biochemical actions and reactions happening every second requiring hundreds of thousands of enzymes, vitamins, minerals, amino acids, essential fatty acids and neurotransmitters to co-ordinate all these processes.

All these bodily functions and systems can be compared to an orchestra playing a symphony. Every note, played by every instrument has to be in perfect harmony to produce the perfect effect.

The more ‘dropped notes’ there are, the more disjointed and out of harmony the symphony will sound.

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THERE ARE THOUSANDS OF BIOCHEMICAL ACTIONS AND REACTIONS IN THE BODY HAPPENING EVERY SECOND REQUIRING HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF ENZYMES, VITAMINS, MINERALS, AMINO ACIDS, ESSENTIAL FATTY ACIDS AND NEUROTRANSMITTERS TO CO-ORDINATE ALL THESE PROCESSES.

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The secret, therefore, is to ensure that all the systems are fully functional, and receive the correct stimulation and all the raw materials they require to carry out their functions. That means that the cellular defence mechanisms, natural to every cell, also have to be functioning optimally to protect and enhance the cells ability to function normally.

Much of this process is co-ordinated genetically, where our genes are designed to build the necessary substances (proteins) responsible for directing the process of cells ‘talking’ to one another, both inter cellularly (between cells) and intra cellularly (within a cell).

It used to be thought that this genetic coordination was a fixed process. Once the genes from mom and dad were passed on at the time the egg and sperm met (conception) nothing could change the way these genes would conduct the cellular orchestra.

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Well, it is now known that while this may be the case in certain situations, there are many, many instances where the genes can actually be influenced, and in fact even changed, in response to thousands of different messenger substances, produced both internally and externally from outside the body.

I like to describe these messenger substances as either ‘pro–life’ or ‘pro– death’ in so far as the effect they can have on cellular health. In other words, each and every cell can be subjected to either positive or negative information that affect communication pathways and ultimately the way the cell is able to function.

This process can affect any, and even all, of the body systems with the resultant state of dis–ease and disease being dependant on how severe, and for how long, the body is subjected to the ‘pro–death’ messages.

The relatively new science of epigenetics, the study of the effect that substances produced either inside the body or influenced by outside the body, or both, has on genetic communication is revealing just how sensitive our genes and, in fact every cell is, to inappropriate and toxic messages.

There are literally hundreds of substances that promote ‘pro–death’ messaging. They come in many forms and can affect everyone differently. Some examples include:

1. Obesogens (1) In 2006, Blumberg and colleagues at UC Irvine coined the term obesogens. This describes levels of obesity, and other health problems from exposure to certain chemicals, typically found in plastics (Bisphenol A) together with a wide range of toxic compounds found in cleaning products, paint products etc.

Research shows these substances seemed to affect the chemical messaging processes, including enzyme and hormone functioning, that led to uncontrolled weight gain, along with the diseases that typically accompany such weight gain – diabetes, cardiovascular disease, inflammation etc.1

Endocrine disruptors can affect the endocrine system of the body including structures in the brain, the thyroid and adrenal glands, the ovaries and gonads and even the fat cells, all of which are responsible

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for producing the hormones critical to ensure optimal cellular and organ function.

Endocrine disruptors are substances that significantly disrupt the body’s natural biochemical and communication processes.

They include a wide range of chemicals found in synthetic products (carpets and other materials), household products (cleaning products, cosmetic products, food additives, colourants and preservatives), paints, pollutants, processed foods, fish, meat and chicken fed hormones and antibiotics.

2. Metals Such as lead, mercury, cadmium that are highly toxic to cellular systems and that result in the liver having to function excessively, often to the point of breakdown, in order to cope.

3. Phyto-estrogens Chemicals found in certain plants, soy for example, that can mimic estrogen and thereby block the body’s natural estrogen from being effectively used. The nett result is that there is too much circulating estrogen potentially promoting certain forms of breast cancer.

So what can we do to avoid falling prey to these nasty obesogens and other disruptors that will take us down the slippery slope from dis–ease to disease?

Well, it definitely isn’t all doom and gloom.

Our bodies have amazing cellular defence systems that are extremely resilient and designed to respond quickly and efficiently to the right ‘pro–life’ messages, offering protection to our genes and the cellular communication processes.

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MY 7 NON–NEGOTIABLE ‘PRO–LIFE’ SUGGESTIONS:

1. Get enough quality sleep 2. Exercise at least 3 times a week 3. Drink enough quality, clean water 4. Eat enough food, not too much but not too little 5. Avoid excessive alcohol, caffeine, sugar, dairy products, high saturated fat products, processed, refined and high calorie, but nutrient deficient foods.

6. Increase the intake of a wide variety of vegetables, fruits, legumes, nuts and seeds, fibre, grass fed or organic meats, sustainable and mercury free fish 7. Use mindfulness and meditation to avoid stress

In addition, to really fire on all cylinders, practice being grateful for all you have, avoid conflict, be gentle on yourself, practice compassion and radiate love, empathy and warmth.

One’s health is often taken for granted, until it’s no longer there.

Start making healthy choices, and, if you’re still not sure, consult a Functional Medicine specialist for advice and guidance.

1. (F. Grün, B. Blumberg, “Environmental obesogens: Organotins and endocrine disruption via nuclear receptor signaling,” Endocrinology, 147:S50-S55, 2006.)

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BEFORE YOU GO SLATHERING YOUR SKIN WITH EVERY KNOWN TOPICAL ANTI-OXIDANT, IT’S IMPORTANT TO REMEMBER THAT WORKING FROM THE INSIDE IS ALWAYS MORE EFFECTIVE

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antioxidants WHILE THE WORLD IS STILL LOOKING FOR THE ELIXIR OF ETERNAL YOUTH, ANTIOXIDANTS ARE A GREAT WAY TO SLOW DOWN THE APPEARANCE OF AGEING

DID YOU KNOW? There are two types of wrinkles – static and dynamic. Dynamic wrinkles develop over time through repeated muscle movement, such as smiling. Static wrinkles are due to environmental factors, hereditary and lifestyle – such as smoking, which increases the appearance of wrinkles hugely.

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Nature always has a solution to the threats and dangers the world sometimes presents. One of these solutions is antioxidants. What exactly is an anti-oxidant?

It’s a molecule that impedes the oxidation of other molecules. Why is oxidation bad?

It’s a chemical reaction that creates free radicals and this leads to a chain reaction that damages cells. Damaged cells show up as wrinkles, dry skin, age spots and all the signs of ageing everyone is trying to avoid.

NAVIGATE THE LANGUAGE There are a number of creams and potions that claim to have the ability to slow or stop these signs, but navigating a world of scientific language is sometimes a bit confusing. Some natural ingredients can sound a bit tricky, too – like Hyaluronic Acid – not something you’d think would be good for you, but is. In fact, your body makes this compound naturally to help keep tissue lubricated and cushioned. It’s found in your skin, connective tissue and your joints. Over time, your body makes

less of it. While you may not be totally in control of the ageing processes in your body, using anti-oxidants will certainly help.

Here’s a list of some that are fantastic for keeping skin younger for longer.

1. Vitamin E boosts collagen production, reducing the appearance of fine lines, age spots and wrinkles. Vitamin E can be found in numerous food groups, from vegetables and seeds to meat, but the skin gets great benefit from topical treatment and the best form is alpha-tocopherol vitamin E. 2. Lycopene is found in red fruit and vegetables and it promotes collagen growth as well as reduces DNA damage.

Lypocene is easily absorbed by the skin, so it’s a great topical treatment.

3. Green Tea’s secret ingredient is a chemical called a catechin, which reduces inflammation and tackles free radicals.

4. Coffee Berry prevents collagen damage and has antiinflammatory properties.

5. Resveratrol, famously found in red wine, protects the skin against UVB damage and oxidative stress.

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8. Niacinamide (vitamin B3) is a powerful antioxidant that improves skin texture and tone, reduces fine line, wrinkles and hyperpigmentation and has anti-inflammatory properties.

9. Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) is an essential nutrient that can only come from the healthy fruits and vegetables that contain it. It’s an antioxidant that boosts collagen formation.

WHAT’S INSIDE? Before you go slathering your skin with every known topical antioxidant, it’s important to remember that working from the inside is always more effective. Of course, hydration is essential to your health and certainly for your skin – if you’re feeling dried out, chances are you’re not getting enough hydration.

Load up on fresh organic fruit and veg to get the full effect of nature’s protective power. Eat food rich in vitamin A by stocking upon carrots, pumpkin, sweet potatoes, butternut, mangoes, spinach, kale, Swiss chard and tomato juice. To get a good dose of vitamin E, include nuts, vegetable oils, olives, spinach and asparagus in your diet. As for vitamin C, you simply can’t have enough, get yours with guavas, black currants, red pepper, kiwi fruit, green peppers, strawberries, papaya, broccoli, kale, parsley, pineapple, Brussels sprouts, grapefruit, peas, cauliflower and mangoes.

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SUN DANCE

by Kirsten Alexander

IT’S VITAL TO GET YOUR VITAMIN D AND WHAT BETTER PLACE TO START THAN THE SUN – BUT IN THE PROCESS MAKE SURE YOU ARE PROTECTED FROM HARMFUL UV RAYS.

DID YOU KNOW? The tannins in strawberries reduce sunburn sting – if you do get a bit burned, simply mash up some strawberries and rub over your skin, leaving for a few minutes before rinsing off with water.

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In South Africa, we are blessed with an abundance of sunshine. Even so, you could be lacking in vitamin D, essential for regulating the absorption of calcium and phosphorous and supporting a healthy immune system. So, other than eating Vitamin-D rich foods, the easiest way to get your daily dose is to spend time in the sun.

OUTSIDE PROTECTION Protection is important and there’s no point in going out into the sun to get your Vitamin D and covering up – the sun’s rays simply won’t reach you. Here we list some natural ways to keep your skin safe: 1. Sesame oil blocks about 30 percent of UV rays.

2. Sunflower seed oil is a great source of beta carotene, which helps make your skin less sensitive to the sun.

3. Broccoli seed oil protects the skin from free radical damage.

4. Vitamin E, applied topically helps lessen sun damage – but be sure to get only naturally occurring vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol and tocotrienol) – it’ll help stave off wrinkles, too.

5. Walnut extract – there’s a reason very tanned people are likened to walnuts, as this extract is an effective self-tanning sunscreen. There are compounds in walnut extract that react with the keratin proteins in your skin to form coloured compounds that protect you from UV. 6. Tea time – green tea has myriad benefits and the same antioxidants that protect your cells on the inside can also protect your skin. You can apply green tea directly to your skin as a sun protection.

INSIDE PROTECTION Get protection from the inside by consuming these foods: 1. Citrus is high in Vitamin C and longterm intake of vitamin C, especially when combined with vitamin E, can reduce your potential for sunburn.

2. Carrots are filled to the brim with beta carotene, which protects your skin against free radical damage caused by sun exposure.

3. Strawberries are full of vitamin C and antioxidants, both of which help protect your skin against sun damage, and can assist in the healing process.

4. Green tea – here it is again, it seems that green tea is your best accompaniment for a summer’s day, both on the inside and out. Green tea’s catechins have disease-preventing properties and protect against the inflammation caused by sunburn.

5. Almonds are a fantastic source of vitamin E, which repairs and protects the skin from sunlight and also contain quercetin, which protects against UV damage.

6. Leafy greens like spinach, kale, lettuce and Swiss chard are great sources of lutein and zeaxanthin, both powerful antioxidants that slow the cell growth prompted by UV light.

7. Tomatoes contain lycopene, which is a carotenoid and antioxidant that reduces free radical damage from the sun.

8. Flax seed oil is a brilliant source of omega 3 fatty acids and can protect your skin from UV rays while also keeping it moisturised.

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GO OUTSIDE There are so many benefits to being outside in the sun, in nature – so use natural methods from mother nature for your protection and then go outside and embrace the healthgiving rays from the sun. You could also begin practising sun-gazing, which is an ancient practise that’s advocated for better all-round health and even eye health. The practise is recommended to anyone, and is apparently safe to do in the hour after sunset or the hour before sunrise and build up to a period of around 1 ½ minutes. You should be barefoot and standing on plain earth while doing this.

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DRINKING THE SUN We know that sunshine stimulates serotonin in the body, which helps create a good mood. We can also see the sun in a spiritual sense, as the sun that shines from within. A metaphysical teacher, Omraam Mikhael Aivanhov suggests a practice called ‘drinking the sun’. “ Drink the living light [of the sun] and picture it flowing into all the cells and organs of your body, strengthening, vivifying and purifying them”.

awe and silent meditation. Watching the sun during this time produces a natural high. Make a practice of watching the sun set every day or at least a few times a week. Watching the sun rise is equally as thrilling, you might decide to become a morning person to reap the benefits of this wondrous sight and to draw in the energy of the miracles of nature.

SUNSET MAGIC Something about the setting sun invokes a feeling of magic. It’s a time where people naturally feel relaxed, it’s a time for connection and companionship or of

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WARRIORS EVERYTHING IN JIU-JITSU IS BASED ON DEFENCE, RATHER THAN ATTACK. IN TRADITIONAL FIGHTING SYSTEMS, THE ONLY WAY TO RESOLVE A CONFLICT IS BY PUNCHING AND KICKING HARDER THAN YOUR OPPONENT, LEAVING HIM BATTERED, BRUISED AND GENERALLY RATHER MISERABLE. IN JIUJITSU YOU TAKE YOUR OPPONENT’S AGGRESSION, TURN IT AROUND ON HIM AND GET HIM INTO A ‘SUBMISSION HOLD’, WHERE HE THEN HAS THE OPTION OF STOPPING THE FIGHT AND ‘TAPPING’ TO INDICATE SUBMISSION. THE SITUATION IS RESOLVED, NO HARM HAS BEEN INFLICTED, AND ALL INVOLVED UNDERSTAND WITH CLARITY THAT THE CONFLICT IS OVER. THIS IS IN ALIGNMENT WITH JIU-JITSU’S FUNDAMENTAL PRINCIPLE, WHICH IS TO DO NO HARM.

did you know?

Jiu-Jitsu - pronounced jew-jit-soo – is an ancient fighting art dating back about 2500 years. Jiu-Jitsu means ‘the art of winning by yielding’, and is premised on the understanding that conflict always arises out of uncertainty, and that if you know how to fight, you do not need to fight. This sense of being well equipped generates a self-confidence that expands into all other areas of life.

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Always do your best - so that you can find greater joy and satisfaction from whatever you choose to do, and constantly strive to be a better version of yourself.

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Be honest - this leads to a life filled with balance, integrity and achievement.

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Have fun – as life is meant to be enjoyed!

ANXIETY & FATIGUE RUINING YOUR PERFORMANCE?

The discipline applied in the practice of Jiu-Jitsu is based on personal responsibility. Much emphasis is placed on helping students to overcome their fears - real or imagined – so that they can feel confident enough to develop their latent talents.

The Combat Jiu-Jitsu Academy (CJA) in Cape Town was founded

by Mike Herbig over 15 years ago, and is now one of the biggest Jiu-Jitsu schools for children and young people in South Africa.

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IN JIU-JITSU YOU TAKE YOUR OPPONENT’S AGGRESSION, TURN IT AROUND ON HIM AND GET HIM INTO A ‘SUBMISSION HOLD’, WHERE HE THEN HAS THE OPTION OF STOPPING THE FIGHT AND ‘TAPPING’ TO INDICATE SUBMISSION.

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Mike’s own journey started at the age of 16, when he joined a karate school. After training there for a decade he decided to look for a more modern, integrated fighting system. After spending the next 10 years training and studying in various martial arts disciplines, he founded the Academy in 2000 with a clearer understanding of what works, what doesn’t, and how to teach it in the best way possible.

The focus of the academy is on children: growing them, developing them and creating a support system in which the leaders of tomorrow can maximise their potential. For older students wanting to continue the work, there is an instructors course that teaches selected students how to pass their knowledge and skills onto others. The Academy’s Instructor Corps now stands at almost 30 students, and ranges in age from 12 to over 30 years old. All these students have been in training with Mike since the age of five, and he views the programme as essentially an advanced leadership programme, desgined to give students an extra set of skills to make sure they live their lives optimising their happiness, achievement, fulfillment and peace.

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Research geared towards motivating children to care about nature and the environment shows that early contact with nature, empathy for fellow creatures, and fostering a sense of wonder and fascination in nature is highly important.

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EARTH CHILDREN BRING YOUR CHILD IN TOUCH WITH THE EARTH; WITH NATURE, GARDENS AND WITH GROWING. SEND THEM OUT INTO THE GARDEN OR PARK WITH A HOST OF CHALLENGES, DISCOVERIES, ADVENTURES AND IDEAS AND SEE THEM OVERCOME WITH EXCITEMENT AND JOY. HERE ARE SOME IDEAS TO BEGIN THEIR LOVE OF NATURE. MAKE SEED-PLANTING PAPER Create a paper mache mixture then add seeds. This you can form into cards or shapes and give them away or write wishes on them and plant them in the ground. First find some natural paper, try and get some without artificial dyes or inks. Tear it up into little pieces and put it in a bowl. Add water and mush it together with your hands. Once the paper is completely mushed up (you can even blend it) sprinkle some wild flower seeds or any plantable seeds into your mush. Use food dye if you want to change the colour. Roll it out into thin paper pieces or mould it into shapes of the sun, earth or moon and let it dry in the sun. Once dried, you can write messages on them and plant them or give them away.

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PLOT A SCAVENGER HUNT Write a list of items to find in the garden.

You may want to put a little drawing next to each item and a tick box. The items can be collected in a bucket or Tupperware or if they’re uncatchable or too big, they can be ticked off on a sheet of paper. Your list can include things like: pebble, spiderweb, tree, grass, bird, cloud, ant, flower, seeds, pod, bark, green leaf, brown leaf, soil and bug.

PRESS FLOWERS All kinds of flowers can be pressed and dried although it’s better to use one’s that naturally have flat faces like pansies and violets rather than orchids or lilies. If you do want to press a more full flower you can always pull the pebbles off and reconstruct it when you present them in a design. Pick

the flowers when their colours are most vibrant and they don’t have too much dew.

You can get a proper flower press from a craft shop but using heavy books is just as effective. Lay your flowers out carefully without overlapping them, then sandwich them between 2 pieces of blotting paper and 2 pieces of cardboard. Put them in a book and pile up more heavy books on top.

Change the blotting paper for the next 2 days to remove the extra moisture and then after a few more days you will have beautiful pressed and dried flowers ready to be used in many types of design.

PICK FOOD Picky eaters are usually cured when given an opportunity to connect with the source of their food. Get kids to grow tomatoes,

cucumbers, herbs, lettuce, carrots and other veg or take them to a farm to pick their own fruit and vegetables and you will find they are very willing to eat what they’ve picked. It’s something that’s often overlooked but kids usually have no idea that their fruit or vegetable salads have been grown.

PLAY A GAME Make a game of ‘noughts & crosses’ using sticks for the framework and pebbles for the markers. You can draw noughts and crosses on your pebbles with a khoki pen or just use different colour pebbles. You can also play ‘checkers’ by drawing the grid in the sand and using smaller pebbles as the markers. Pebbles are also lovely to draw on. Find a few smooth one’s and get kids to draw little pictures on them.

FOLLOW THE MOON Making kids aware of where the moon is and how it charts the sky is a good grounding and awareness exercise for them. Get them to go outside at a specific time each night to check the sky and see if the moon is visible, where it is in the sky and what shape it appears to be. Make a chart and get them to draw the moon each night or fill in with black if it doesn’t appear.

RECYCLE SOMETHING Put your child in charge of recycling something in the house. It could be all the bottles, the organic matter or all the plastic items. If this is something they catch onto, you’ll find kids can be very diligent and take pride in their project. It will teach them about the importance of recycling and give them a sense of responsibility and pride.

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SAVE TIN CANS Empty and washed tin cans make great seed planters. Ask Dad to hammer a few holes in the bottom or alternatively add a few stones for drainage. Put some good soil in your can and plant the seeds you want to grow. You can even paint the tins and line them up – they’ll make a pretty garden feature. Once the seedlings have grown, you can replant them into the garden.

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CHILDREN WITH DIRECT ACCESS TO NATURE ARE BETTER LEARNERS, HAVE INCREASED ATTENTION SPANS AND ARE LESS LIKELY TO EXPERIENCE STRESS.

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BE A TREE Instill a sense of identification with the natural world by asking children to choose something in nature that can’t speak, and speak on its behalf. This could be a tree, a river, beetle or the wind, leaf or flower. Ask them to imagine what it would be like to be that thing; what it would like to say if it had a voice. Get them to speak on behalf of their chosen element, insect or plant and see the imaginative stories they concoct.

TEACH SILENCE Allow children to find peace in silence by teaching them to create a silent space. Tell them you are going to ‘make silence’, it’s a much easier way for them to identify than saying, keep quiet. Often when given the order to ‘keep quiet’ it becomes a negative thing for kids. Creating silence can become a beautiful positive experience when presented differently.

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As I sit cross-legged on the floor, I put my hands on my knees I ask my body to be still, I tell my mouth to be quiet.

I close my eyes.

I tell my thoughts to float by I put my hands on my heart I take a deep breath in and breathe out slowly.

Starke Ayres Garden Centre supply plants, gardening products and landscaping services. They have a range of flowers and seed, and expert advice to help you with growing.

WIN WIN WIN

Both the Rosebank and West Coast branch of Starke Ayres Garden Centre will be issuing a prize consisting of a R250 gift voucher.

All you have to do is attach your purchase slip with your name, phone number and email address into the instore competition box.

Note that this applies to all purchases over R150 and is valid for the month of November 2016.

Starke Ayres Garden Centre will contact the winner telephonically at the end of November 2016.

WIN Starke Ayres Rosebank, 21 Liesbeek Parkway, Rosebank, Cape Town Tel: 021 685 4120 Starke Ayres West Coast Garden Centre, West Coast Village Shopping Centre, Sunningdale, Cape Town Tel: 021 554 8450

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by Lara Potgieter

THERE TENDS TO BE AN UNSPOKEN COLLECTIVE HUMAN BELIEF THAT ANIMALS ARE FAIRLY TWO-DIMENSIONAL BEINGS – PHYSICAL FORMS WITH NOT MUCH GOING ON INSIDE. WE BREED THEM TO MEET OUR NEEDS, AND ASSUME THAT THEY DON’T LAUGH, REASON, GRIEVE, HOPE, DREAM OR FALL IN LOVE. The more intuitive among us are aware of (and often able to demonstrate) the fact that this could not be further from the truth. Animals may not express emotion in the same way as we do, but that’s not to say that they don’t have access to the full spectrum. You’ve seen the loyalty, spontaneity and forgiveness demonstrated by your dog – what’s to say she doesn’t also mourn the loss of her loved ones, or find something really funny?

Animal communicators are able to skillfully quiet their minds, connect to their psychic senses and listen to animals with their hearts rather than their heads. They pick up the messages visually or phonetically, and

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Renowned animal communicator Amelia Kinkade’s clients include stars like Pink and Ashton Kutcher, great minds the likes of Dr. Bernie Segel and Alan Cohen, and even British royalty like Queen Elizabeth and Prince Charles.

Although kittens meow to let their mothers know their needs, adult cats don’t actually meow at each other – just at people. They do yowl at each other, but this is a different vocalisation. Perhaps they’ve cottoned onto the fact that meowing helps them get their way with humans!

Animal communicators cite meditation as one of the best methods to assist in the growth of telepathic communication with both animals and humans.

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interpret and express them in ways that make sense to the humans around them.

While communicating telepathically with animals and doing so with humans are said to be no different, the messages can - ironically enough - come through clearer from the non-humans. As celebrity animal communicator and activist Amelia Kinkade says, “Some humans put up smokescreens of self deception that take psychic energy to penetrate. Animals don’t lie. They may joke, but they never lie. When you ask a dog why he is upset, he will answer you instantly. If you ask a cat, she will answer you shamelessly and unapologetically. If you ask a human, she might not know.”

Amelia is able to find out from people’s pets what the emotional climate in their households is like, what their humans do for a living, what their psychological limitations are, who they recently married or divorced, where they are planning on going on holiday, and more. Animal communicators report that animals are able to describe not only their own medical conditions, but those of their humans too. In fact, the two are often inseparable, with animals picking up and taking on so much more of our ‘stuff’ than we care to realise.

Although all humans are said to have often unexplored intuitive abilities, telepathy is said to be as much a learned skill as any

other, and is usually conditioned out of us from an early age. We may see it as a ‘gift’, but it requires a great deal of discipline and patience too. As Amelia explains, “We are talking about engaging in deep states of tender sacred silence. In order to arrive at this state of grace, you need to make a huge commitment to your spiritual awakening and the relinquishing of your ego.” Communicating with animals either living or passed is said to come almost naturally once this state of heightened awareness has been reached.

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Cape Town animal communicator Debbie Caknis is on a mission to help those who want to deepen their relationship to their animal companions to tap into this ability within themselves. Although she skillfully helps clients in her private practice to understand the physical and emotional needs of (and thus properly care for) their animals, she believes in taking the time to guide them towards a place where they no longer need her to facilitate the communication. “Telepathy is communication between all of life, and we all do it, all the time. It’s a natural ability that sentient beings possess – there are just some principles and techniques involved in doing it effectively,” she explains.

Debbie teaches these principles in her intimate and experiential two-day Introduction to Animal Communication and Healing workshops, where she covers everything from the ethics to the practicalities of inter-species communication. Participants are guided through the processes involved

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You want to understand you animal’s physical and emotional needs.

You need to track an animal’s whereabouts.

You’re considering putting an animal down and would like to know whether it is in fact her time to go.

You’d like to help an animal to understand his circumstances.

You’d like to communicate with a crossed-over animal.

in sending and receiving clear images in a non-judgmental and experimental space.

With deep compassion and a great sense of humour, Debbie helps her students reach the state of stillness in which true communication can arise, and helps them through the moments when communication is difficult or non-existent.

Whether it’s explaining the meaning of q-forms, unimorphosis or resogenesis, or advising which crystals and tissue salts may be most effective in helping to alleviate an animal’s discomfort, Debbie leaves no stone unturned in the comprehensive and enlightening workshops. That being said, if a participant begins to feel a bit overwhelmed by all the new insights, she’ll be the first to point out that the most important ingredients to being a successful animal communicator are simply an open heart, a desire to help, and a willingness to learn a little and laugh a lot along the way.

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BOOK REVIEWS

by Lara Potgieter

TREAT YOURSELF WITH A WELL SELECTED BOOK AND YOU MIGHT FIND YOUR EGO DISSOLVES, YOUR GREEN INTAKE IMPROVES AND YOUR WANDERLUST FOR TRAVEL IS IGNITED.

The Law of Balance l Loraine Magda Balboa Press This insightful, personal and practical book focuses on the fact that each of us has a masculine and a feminine side we can draw on at will. The key to thriving in all areas of our lives is taking conscious steps to integrate both sides to maintain a state of dynamic balance.

It examines the nature of the inner feminine inward, receptive and integrating - and contrasts this with the inner masculine - outward, active and differentiating. Loraine points out that to rise above the new patriarchy and gender binaries that limit us and achieve authenticity and self-realisation, we need to step out of our hypermasculine or hyperfeminine states and learn to embrace true balance within. Drawing on her 40 years of knowledge and experience on the subject, the invaluable book gently and skillfully guides us along our own journeys toward balance. Available from selected bookstores and online.

“our instincts become stronger, our emotions freer and our perceptions wider.” Who wouldn’t want to experience that? Available from selected bookstores and online.

Canongate Books Ltd With equal parts of humour and vulnerability, Jamie Catto boldly puts forward the idea that we’re all wasting a lot of time and energy maintaining masks that serve to hide the ‘insanity’ that we’re all experiencing collectively anyway. His inspirational and entertaining book notes the ways we’ve all become approval addicts, while our real genius actually lies in the parts of ourselves we try to hide for fear of rejection. True self-love is explored as the willingness to unedit ourselves and accept the ‘wounded freaky creatures’ we are in each moment. If we are willing to go beyond our carefully curated personas, Jamie suggests,

Struik Nature The Okavango - which has its source in the highlands of Angola – is a magical oasis that never reaches the sea. This wonderful fullcolour introductory guide to the area covers everything from geology, typography and climate to tourism and conservation. The Delta and its surrounding wildlife reserves support one of the world’s last and greatest collections of large, free-ranging mammals, as well as over 500 bird species, fascinating reptiles, fish and insects and an impressive array of trees, shrubs and aquatic plants. Each of these is introduced in this companion, and accompanied by a great reference photograph. Available from selected bookstores and online.

Light is the New Black l Rebecca Campbell Hay House This beautiful book is a companion to finding grace in the face of the crumbling foundations of the ego. It speaks directly to readers’ divine natures, encouraging the relinquishment of the layers of fear and inauthenticity that dim the light within. Rebecca relates how she made her own ‘cracking open’ work for her, coming home to herself in a leap of faith that saw her answering her soul’s calling and becoming a lightworker – something she feels we can all do regardless of our individual careers or callings. Available from selected bookstores and online.

Insanely Gifted l Jamie Catto

Wildlife of the Okavango l Duncan Butchart

Good Better Green l Zita Steyn Quadrille Green veggies, in particular the dark leafy kind, are the most nutrient-dense foods available to us. This unique recipe book was born out of a question that many of us can relate to – how do I incorporate more greens into my diet? It covers all the different kinds of greens available to us, and includes everything from juices, smoothies, soups and sauces to hearty mains and surprisingly delicious desserts. Our personal favourites are the green hummus, green truffles and courgette chocolate brownies! Available from selected bookstores and online.

SHOP THE BOOKS ONLINE OR AT AMAZON.COM

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THE EARTH HEADING FOR THE HILLS AND CREATING A HAVEN OF BIO-FRIENDLY FARMING ACTIVITIES REQUIRES HARD WORK AND HUGE AMOUNTS OF PASSION. BUT AFTER 25 YEARS LIVING IN THE SUBURB OF TAMBOERSKLOOF, CAPE TOWN, GERARD AND LIBBY DE VILLIERS HAD MORE THAN ENOUGH RESOLVE TO TAKE THE BRAVE STEP AND SETTLE INTO A MOUNTAIN VALLEY IN THE MIDST OF THE WINE BELT.

DID YOU KNOW? The name of the oil, de Boerin, was derived from the nickname for Annetjie Boom, the wife of Jan van Riebeeck’s gardener Hendrik Boom. She was fondly called Annetjie de Boerin by the burghers and was the first innkeeper and restaurateur in the Cape Colony in 1665.

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We visited the farmstead to get a snapshot of what this might look like and came away with the special kind of longing that country life awakens and a notion that the growing trend towards living outside the city is nothing short of soulful.

Jessica Saurwein is the marketing manager for Kleinood, the gorgeous little wine farm tucked away between the slopes of the Helderberg Mountain in the Blaauwklippen valley between Franschoek and Stellenbosch, and we were very lucky to have her show us around. As a qualified viticulturist, she’s passionate about everything that goes into winemaking. She laughs as I quiz her about her astonishingly curious surname for someone so connected to wine.

“My grandfather about four generations back was a winemaker and made wine for the nobles in his day. Perhaps, as our name

suggests, the wine he made was sour”, she says in jest. “Whether or not that’s true, I’m determined to redeem the family name.”

Jessica unveiled the world of analyzing soil and sunshine facing slopes, minerals, compost, vines, cultivars, rainfall and the inexhaustible factors that go into creating the perfect wine. In essence, what we taste through the wine is a deep offering from the earth in harmonious collaboration with the winemaker – it’s a sacred process indeed and no wonder that wine has so many biblical references.

It’s also filled with history. Jessica relates a story about olden day merchants selling wine in barrels as the origin of the word sincere. Apparently producers would often put a layer of wax at the bottom of the barrel. Traders would ask if the barrels were ‘sin cere’ which means without wax.

Kleinood is just as its name suggests, small

and precious and is cherished by the owners.

Having worked extensively with many wine farmers in his capacity as engineer Gerard had a good idea of the mechanics of running a workable farm. Twelve hectares might be small in comparison to other farms but this little gem has produced numerous award winning wines and olive oils. Specializing in the production of a Syrah based red wine, a single vineyard Syrah and small production of Viognier and Syrah Rosé, their Tamboerskloof blends are a favourite at many tables. They also produce the de Boerin extra virgin olive oil, which is undisputably delicious.

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Kleinood is open on Fridays for wine tastings together with two of the surrounding properties.

It’s a wonderful property that’s well worth visiting. For more information log onto www. kleinood.com.

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FINDING HEALING THERE’S AN AMAZING WEALTH OF PRACTITIONERS WORKING IN MANY DIFFERENT WAYS TO ASSIST PEOPLE TOWARDS HEALING AND WHOLENESS. WE INTERVIEW 6 PRACTITIONERS EACH WITH DIFFERENT STORIES TO TELL ABOUT THEIR INSIGHTS ON HEALING AND HOW THEY CAME TO WORK IN THE NATURAL HEALTH ARENA. SHARON SINCLAIR Chandramala Life Alignment We have reached a stage in consciousness with amazing access to more mindful ways of helping people transform their current realities into those they desire. I believe we can all live our dream lives, and I am living proof of that! I live off the grid, immersed in nature, and do work I truly enjoy. It’s important to me to live the principles I teach. I see myself as a dreammaker, offering hope and guidance to people from all backgrounds who may have lost their connection to their dreams. The dominant tool I use is the Life Alignment process, which changed my own life so radically, I simply had to learn to share it. Life Alignment uses the Vortex technology, which consists of a Vortex mat and small magnetic ‘cards’ – each with its unique energy frequency and purpose – that assist the transformation of trauma and blocked energy to bring harmony and balance to the body and environment. I am also an intuitive reader and Doreen Virtue certified practitioner, and enjoy integrating colour into my work too.

I work with individuals, businesses and homes. By tuning into spirit for answers and being freed of any past and future focus, individuals are able to access a powerful manifesting power.

I’ve worked with entrepreneurs, NPO leaders, businesses on the brink of shutting down and more… and seen them rise to success after clearing blocks in their energy and cellular systems. Although I am based in Philadelphia, I also work at clients’ own premises or via Skype.

ANNI NEWHAM Alchemica Personal Transformation & Coaching

MAGDOLNA STRACHAN Absolutely Goddess Transition Partnering

I enjoy supporting clients in making their dreams a reality by guiding them to improve how they think about themselves, their dreams and the world they live in. My own experience of asking myself the big questions (“Who am I? What am I? Where do I come from? Where am I going? What is my purpose?”) inspired me to find a coach to help me transform my thinking, and eventually to study coaching. I love the idea of a person waking up and realising she can be an entirely different being of her choosing just by changing how she thinks.

This caterpillar-to-butterfly transformation is possible for everyone with the right support and willingness.

At age 40 I found myself at my 19-year-old nephew’s funeral, listening to his friends talk about how he lived life to the fullest. There and then, I made a promise to myself to find out what living life fully really meant. I initially thought this journey would lead me outwards, enthusiastically ticking things off my bucket list. Instead it saw me go inwards for no fewer than nine years, during which time I grappled with the question. Years later, with a coaching diploma under my belt and lots of soul searching behind me, I eventually got my answer! I discovered that my mission was to partner women during their life transitions.

I use the Results brain-based coaching method, built on neuroscience research and taught by the NeuroLeadership Institute. The philosophy underlying this approach is that positive change is possible through improved thinking. The coaching method can also be combined with personal transformation modalities handed down in the lineage of King Solomon. This combination of methods provides a beautifully balanced approach for analysing personal priorities, defining ideas, expanding insights, developing plans, evaluating actions, unpacking dilemmas and much more. Personal transformation sessions include techniques to increase life force energy, focus the mind, relax the body, cope with stress, improve motivation and connect with inherent divinity. I encourage potential clients to come for an initial nocharge, no-obligation consultation to get a sense of me and the coaching opportunities on offer. This is an opportunity to ask as many questions as you need and to decide if we want to work together in the intimate space of dream sharing and creation.

For me there is nothing more rewarding than being able to guide, mentor and inspire others! Over the past 30 years I have accumulated invaluable knowledge of the mind, body and soul, preparing me to be of service to my fellow Goddesses. While I learnt much from years of going within, I believe my journey would have been more enlightened if I was part of a community of women who supported and guided me during my life transitions.

I am a supreme networker, and I believe that part of my strength lies in relating to women from all socio-economic walks of life. My long-term goal for Absolutely Goddess is to create close-knit communities where likeminded women can come together and support each other.

Philadelphia, Cape Town Tel: 074 899 2293 Email: sharon@chandramala.com www.chandramala.com

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Durbanville, Cape Town Tel: 082 331 2061 Email: anni@alchemica.co.za www.alchemica.co.za

Somerset West, Cape Town Tel: 072 517 8786 Email: strachanm67@gmail.com www.absolutelygoddess.com

MARIE COVELEY Lighten Up & Move Emotion Code & Aerology I started my journey first as a group fitness instructor, then personal trainer and eventually a functional trainer. After this focus on the physical, I was ready to explore the subtler aspects of the human being and I became a qualified crystal healer and Reiki specialist.

For a while the two parts of my practice were very separate. I would do the gym bunny thing in the morning, and then put on my hippie pants and do energy healing in the afternoon.

That is, until I discovered The Emotion Code, and realised the full extent of how trapped emotions can cause pain or dysfunction in the body. Finally, my two passions were able to merge. I would, for example, get a client with a bad hip in the gym and I’d use Emotion Code magnets to release the emotion behind the pain.

Suddenly someone who was previously a skeptic could see how energy work can directly influence physical performance.

I found myself quite organically in the role of holistic personal trainer, helping sports people overcome the emotional blocks responsible for keeping them from achieving their physical goals.

Developed by Dr. Bradley Nelson, The Emotion Code can address trapped emotions from as early as pre-conception.

These are essentially low vibrational balls of energy that sit in the body, and can be detected through muscle testing or the use of a pendulum. When it comes to exercise, I have evolved from a focus on ‘exercise’ to a love of ‘movement’. The aerology classes I offer are based on aerial yoga, and bring an aspect of fun into yoga. They include a mixture of Pilates, stretching, core strength and more - whatever your body wants to experience.

Constantia, Cape Town Tel: 071 188 4429 Email: marie@lightenupandmove.com www.lightenupandmove.com

HEATHER LINN Energy Healing & Soul Coaching

JEAN MAGNUS Metamorphosis South Africa

The focus of my work is energy healing, which addresses a broad range of issues from physical illness, trauma and anxiety to relationship issues, past life blocks or spiritual crises. In my private practice, I also offer soul coaching and journey work (soul journeys and journeys into the body), with a bit of hypnotherapy added to the mix. I also run courses and workshops on chakra balancing (enabling participants to work with their own energy systems to balance themselves) and mind/body/spirit balancing (a four-week course that looks at the different levels of being and offers tools to address each). Another workshop I offer is the intensive Heal Yourself workshop, which explores the ways we can activate our own inner healer and harness the power of our body wisdom. I believe in offering a range of different practical tools through both my workshops and private sessions, empowering my students and clients to work effectively with their own energy.

Energy flow is vital, and dis-ease is often the result of energy blockages. If the energy is flowing properly through someone’s meridians, chakras and other major pathways, she can be empowered to process life entirely differently. It’s like receiving a system upgrade!

In both my workshops and private practice, I give people lots of information on what’s going on in their energy fields - for example where and why they are stuck, and where they could be leaking energy. Once my clients/students are aware of their energy and how it is affected by both internal and external factors, they can start making adjustments to find their own balance and centre on a daily basis.

I came to Metamorphosis over 20 years ago when I was looking for something to help me heal from the debilitating depression and anxiety I was experiencing at the time.

I had a few sessions with a practitioner visiting South Africa, and although I went in as a skeptic, I left a convert. My depression lifted immediately, and my anxiety left soon thereafter. Additionally, although I had been to remedial school as I could not read or write properly growing up, nine months after my first Metamorphosis session - just before my 40th birthday - I started to read and write.

Astounded by the shifts, I contacted the practitioner for more information and she explained to me the reason the technique is so effective is because it addresses the root cause of symptoms rather than just their presentation. I knew pursuing this work was my calling! I went to Ireland to complete the Metamorphosis course, and when I came back I practised on friends and family, and was amazed by the results I started to witness (and continue to witness to this day, 20 years later).

Created by Robert St. John, Metamorphosis involves the re-education of the subconscious mind to eliminate deeply seated influences. Once underlying tensions are removed, symptoms are naturally alleviated. It is a self-healing programme, with the practitioner merely acting as a facilitator.

My current focus is on working with remedial schools for children with learning challenges, prisons for the purpose of rehabilitation, police stations that require assistance with trauma management for abused women and children, and drug rehabilitation centres and hospices across the country.

Every healing journey starts with the first step. You don’t have to know the exact route or even the destination. Just start with a sincere intention to make changes in your life and enjoy the journey – it will have its own momentum and take you where you need to be!

Claremont, Cape Town Tel: 072 210 0071 Email: heather.linn3@gmail.com www.heatherlinn.co.za

Montgomery Park, Johannesburg Tel: 072 232 7830 Email: jean@metamorphosissa.co.za www.metamorphosissa.co.za

For a comprehensive list of holistic wellness practitioners visit www.holistica.co.za. For information on becoming a featured practitioner, contact lara@holistica.co.za.

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Departs SA 2 – 15 March 2017

Your adventure starts in Kathmandu’s UNESCO World Heritage site of the 2000yr old temple of Swayambhunath, Bouddha & Pashupatinath + 2 night stay in a world famous Monastery + 5 day Yoga trek on an ancient pilgrimage trail in the Annapurna ranges. Experience Chhetri & Gurung cultural life staying in local teahouses. Sunrise Yoga excursion above beautiful Phewa Lake and the magnificent Shanti Stupa (Peace Pagoda) quietly watching over the peaceful lakeside town of Pokhara. Includes accommodation, permits and entrance fees, private transfers, yoga instructors and much more. (Exc Intl Flights).

DIRECTORY

from ZAR15,525.00 pp (twin share) Inquiries: info@himalayayogatrek.com www.himalayayogatrek.com Tour Director – 082 746 9635

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Alternative Healing for Holistic Wellness Energy Balancing & Realignment Intuitive & Spiritual Life Guidance Healing of Stress &Trauma Mental Health Promotion Removal of Energetic Blockages Affecting Your Life Touch Therapy Using Reiki Healing Principles

Tracy Mann

Reiki Practitioner

Telephone: +27 (0)61 846 1649 Email: tracy.mann2@btinternet.com

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PLANT PROTEINS

by Lara Potgieter

OFTEN WHEN WANTING TO TRY OUT A VEGETARIAN DIET, PROTEIN IS A CONCERN. HERE ARE A FEW POWERFUL PLANT PROTEINS YOU CAN RELY ON TO GET YOU STARTED, WHETHER VEGETARIAN OR NOT THEY COME HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

QUINOA

This gluten-free grain has achieved such wide popularity that the United Nations Food and Agricultural Organisation declared 2013 ‘International Year of Quinoa’! It’s high in protein, and is one of the few plant foods that contains all nine essential amino acids. It’s delicious with roast veg, or blended into smoothies and desserts. We’ve even used it to make healthy cupcakes.

HEMP SEEDS

These high performing little seeds not only contain an amazing amount of quality protein but also add omega-3 fatty acids to the mix. They have a slightly nutty taste and can be added to almost any recipe to boost its protein content. Try sprinkling them over salads, stirring them into soups or adding them to your morning smoothie, muesli or porridge as a start.

LENTILS

Expect a nice balanced source of protein, carbohydrates and fibre from these versatile pulses. Cook them with your favourite spices and seasonings, use them to fill out salads or Buddha bowls, or make veggie patties or ‘meatballs’ out of them. The options are endless.

CHIA SEEDS

Chia seeds have been used for centuries for their amazing fibre, protein and healthy fat content.

They’re little black seeds that are highly absorbent. When exposed to liquid they become gel-like and are great for thickening meals or creating tasty healthy desserts. We like adding them to our oats in the morning and soaking them in almond milk to make a delicious and super simple dessert. They can also make a delicious jam. Remember it’s best to soak them before eating as they become more easy to digest.

SPIRULINA

This super green is about 70% protein. While it’s a great nutritional addition to smoothies, it does taste a bit ‘seaweedy’ so is often easiest taken in supplement form. That being said, we have come across some very cleverly disguised spirulina in a few tasty raw dessert and energy bar recipes. If you like the idea of the powder form, try adding it to a date, cacao, vanilla, almond mixture rolled into a bliss ball.

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sceletium

Day Time & Night Time Capsules

Sceletium Tortuosum phyto-extract, also known as Kanna, is an indigenous South African herb, a natural remedy for stress, anxiety and mental clarity.

Sceletium

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TIME

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Sceletium NIGHT

TIME

IPA-W: A specific D range of Sceletium extract alkaloids in ratio 6:3:1

KNA: A specific D range of Sceletium extract alkaloids in ratio 5:3:2.

Can help to improve frame of mind and focus, and create a feeling of upliftment during day time.

Can assist with the sleep process, resulting in a more relaxed feeling during night time.

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