the festive issue

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December 2012

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Offers valid from Saturday 1 December until Monday 31 December ‘12. Selected items may not be available at certain stores.We reserve the right to limit quantities. E.&O.E.

LOVE LANGUAGEgiving gifts that count

GIVE GREEN upcycle & recycle

FestiveTHE

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EXTRALICIOUS FOOD IDEAS

REINVENT THE MENU

THROW A PARTYCHECK LIST INSIDE

SPECIAL Gift guide

INSIDE

A WEEKEND YOGA RETREAT FOR 2

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publisher's letter

EDITORIAL PANELPUBLISHER: Dr. Sean Gomes

EDITOR: Robyn Wilkinson

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DESIGNER: Inge Smit

ILLUSTRATIONS: Bonita Barendse

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LIFE COACH: Glenn-Douglas Haig

ADVERTISING AND DIRECTORY ENQUIRIES:

Sue Dall

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cell: 084 707 4477

HEALTH ADVISOR & PHARMACIST: Felicia Rubin

PHARMACIST: Marnus Jansen van Rensburg

DIETITIAN: Melissa Gomes

PRINTER: Ryan Printers

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contents EDITOR’S CHOICE Another cycle has run its course and yet another end of year has arrived. With this comes the opportunity to spend quality time with family and loved ones. Personally, my aim is to make this festive season full of relaxation and rejuvenation by not getting too carried away with the madness of the season. Whether you are travelling or staying at home, there are a host of opportunities to enhance wellness, through movement, stillness, nurture and love.

December is a great time to get in touch with your inner gourmet as feasts and celebrations abound. I’m personally looking forward to long lunches surrounded by people I love. Our Festive Issue turns the menu

around with tips on getting creative in the kitchen and looking at easy to prepare food suited to our South African climate. We have loads of delicious foods you can take along as a gift to your dinner parties. We also have piles and piles of amazing gift ideas from bodycare products to green living and décor. Every year, the world seems to become a little crazier and time slips by quickly. Knowing your loved ones, their needs, wants, dreams and passions is so important for fulfilling and relevant relationships. We highlight the different love languages and how you can communicate love effectively. To rejuvenate body mind and soul, infuse some quiet moments into each day. Whether you go away to a retreat or just spend moments in solitude or silence, use our article on Retreats to inspire you.

It’s always tempting to overindulge or over exert ourselves in the midst of parties and socialising. We’ve highlighted common issues and solutions to help you thrive over this special time. For movement junkies, read our feature on some daring dance moves. And for that big night out, we help you look good whilst being eco savvy. Spend time reflecting, relaxing and rejuvenating. Choose to be kind to yourself and take the opportunity to revive, reinvent and reinforce healthy habits and meaningful relationships.

Wishing all our readers a Happy Festive Season from all of us at Wellness Warehouse.

Yours in WellnessDr Sean Gomes, Managing Director

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Wellness Warehouse CavendishCavendish Square, Cnr. Dreyer & Main Rd, Clare-mont, Cape Town. 021 673 7200

Wellness Select Cape QuarterCape Quarter, Somerset Road, De Waterkant, Cape Town. 021 425 4707

Wellness Select PalmyraPalmyra Junction, Claremont, Cape Town.021 671 2363

Wellness Select Wembley Square & Wellness Cafe WembleyWembley Square, Gardens, Cape Town.021 461 3775

Wellness Select SeapointPiazza Da Luz Mall, Seapoint, Cape Town.021 434 0460

Wellness Select PlattekloofPlattekloof Village, Plattekloof, Cape Town.021 558 7106

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16 PREPARE TO BE FESTIVE - From jet lag to toothache and sunburn we give you the ultimate list of what you need during your December break. From ear plugs to eye pads, laxatives and aloe gel we offer you tips to keep you on top.

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livewellPRANAYAMA IN PARADISE - Amidst the parties and mayhem, make sure your holiday has an element of relaxation and restoration. A spot of yoga, meditation, island paradise or nature walks will do the trick.

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movewellFIERCELY FIT - Unleash your wild side with a dance workout celebrating the deep primal need to move.

32 LOVE GIFTS - Learn to give from a much deeper level by identifying the love language of the people around you.

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lookwellGO FOR GLAM - Glamorous can also be natural and eco-friendly. Go from good-looking to simply stunning with beauty routines and tips to make you shine.

GLENN-DOUGLAS HAIGKeep holiday stress at bay with Glenn’s savvy advice.

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45 CLASSIFIEDFind out what’s happening in your wellness community with workshops, retreats, therapies and more.

EXTRALICIOUS - Reinvent the menu by serving a host of delicious tastes and sensations with true summer food. Pair each dish with digestion enhancing and palate cleansing flavourful teas.

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Burning Bright Stock up on candles; keep extras in your present cupboard in case you need a last minute gift. You will also add warmth and transform a dinner party with candlelight. Wellness Rose Aroma Candle Small

R79.99. Available at all stores & online. Veldt A5 Notebook R140. Available at Green Living & online only.

Stripey Delight I love the quirky creativity exhibited in this gift box with boxer shorts and rooibos soap. Blue stripey shorts will delight anyone receiving this gift while handmade rooibos soap has a creamy satin feel on your body. Antjies Handmade Rooibos Soap with Boxer Shorts R169.99. Available at Kloof & online only.

Red Alert Men are often hard to choose gifts for but anyone who exercises will love this zooty red water bottle. Red means energy and go - if you are training there is no better companion. Klean Kanteen Red R159.99. Available at Green Living, Kloof & online only.

Water Well This darling watering can is totally recycled from used tins. Whomever

you choose to give this to will surely remember you when their blooms come to life. Add a packet of seeds into your gift offering. They will remind your recipients of the ability to grow. These watermelon seeds are heritage seeds and will yield perfect tasting delicious fruit. Ashanti Water Can Small R92. Franchi Semanti Watermelon Crimson Sweet Seeds R49.99. Available at Green Living & online only.

Grow A Tree You will get immense satisfaction from planting and growing a tree. Every year you can take stock and see how much growth has taken place. This is a wonderful gift to give. World Gaia Grow A Tree River Bush Red R89. Available at Green Living & online only.

Perfect Timing Prompt a notoriously tardy relative to keep better time with a stylish clock that adds life and fun to a mantelpiece or dresser. Tintown Red Mantelpiece Clock R399. Available at Green Living & online only.Pot Luck

This is a winning choice to curry favour with a mother-in-law. Micro Stoven is a pot you keep for life. Cast iron also means energy saving, once it heats up it retains so much heat you can practically switch off the power and it will carry on cooking. Micro Stoven Red Casserole 1.8l R335. Available at Green Living & online only.

Treasure Box Stash your treasures, snacks, beads, letters, kids toys, your needlework or even silk worms, practically anything can be safely tucked away in this gorgeous wooden box. It is the perfect gift for kids who like to keep special things. Cake Goed Magazine Box R290. Available at Green Living & online only.

Extraordinary Strawberry Body products fragranced with strawberry both smell and feel delicious. Choose any combination from a range of body wash, moisturiser, scrub, hand cream and foot cream. Wellness Strawberry Body Butter R105. Available at all stores & online.

BE PRESENT Use a little creative imagination when you give gifts, press someone’s buttons, add humour, encourage a good habit or inspire a nurturing practice with a beautiful body product. Gifts aside, remember that one of the best presents you can give anyone is to be present - show up when you are needed.

The Menu

Whether your December plans involve long lunches and festive

dinners for more people than usual, or you’re determined to only spend time with a limited number of beloveds, food will no doubt be centre stage. Work out an exciting entertainment schedule where you can whip up festive ingredients without too much fuss. Add a beautiful and healthy dimension to entertaining with teas that increase digestion and cleanse the palate. Like any small mid-course or palate cleanser, tea is in one sense a great flavour bridge from one course to the next.

Pairing food with tea is like paring food with wine; it brings out the subtle flavours of both the tea as well as the food but unlike wine, tea can be served throughout the day. For an even more entertaining experience pair both tea and wine with your meal. Even though there is much to learn about the numerous styles and flavours of tea, pairing it with your food relies greatly on your palate and personal preference.

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Extra liciousAdd an interesting dimension to your meal by pairing it with flavoured herbal teas.



It’s that time of the year again when long summer days stretch out delightfully and relaxation is the order of the day.

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HOT ROAST DINNERS WITH SPICY SOUPS TO START MAY SOUND TEMPTING IN JULY,

BUT WHAT SUMMER WEATHER WANTS IS EASY GOING, LIGHT AND COOL FOOD. SO,

TURN YOUR MENU ON ITS HEAD BY SERVING UP THESE OPTIONS:

SoupSipSERVE A TRIO OF COLD SOUPS IN TOT GLASSES:

Roast butternut in a hot oven with a sprinkling of cinnamon. Once cooled, use an electric

blender to whisk with red chilli powder and orange juice.

Top with freshly chopped watercress.

TEA PAIRING SUGGESTION: Chai & Cinnamon Rooibos

Blend chopped cucumber, plain yoghurt and dill leaves to a smooth consistency.

TEA PAIRING SUGGESTION: Camomile Rooibos or Green Rooibos with Mint

Roast sweet potatoes in the oven and peel once cooled. Puree with black turtle beans,

cream cheese, black pepper and nutmeg.

TEA PAIRING SUGGESTION: Camomile Rooibos or Chai

Cold Roast Chicken Stuff with crushed almonds, dried apricot and lemon. Before roasting, rub a little red chilli

powder over the chicken for a glowing colour and a touch of fire in the taste.

Crunch! Once the chicken is roasted and cooled, remove the stuffing and roll into small balls – serve

on wholegrain crackers with a tiny dash of cottage cheese and a mint leaf. These can be

served with the soup starters, or with the main meal. To keep your chicken moist, and for a

slightly tropical twist, add coconut cream to the stuffing mix.

TEA PAIRING SUGGESTION: Chai Rooibos, Buchu Rooibos,

Lemongrass & Ginger Rooibos or Green Rooibos with mint.

Cold Red Roast Vegetables For a dash of colour on the table, slow roast red peppers, butternut, beetroot and red onion.

Once roasted, cool down and serve with cooked red quinoa and a topping of crushed

sunflower seeds and chopped peppadews.

TEA PAIRING SUGGESTION: Chai Rooibos or Berry Flower Tea.

Gourmet Greens Going green has never been easier. Steam baby asparagus stems, using lemon and black

pepper-infused water, then lightly fry in lemon garlic butter. Chop up flat green beans,

avocado and green figs. Toss together and top off with baby pea tendrils, onion sprouts and

thinly sliced brie or even goat milk cheese. Thinly slice the chicken and serve on a platter

with the veg. Add even more colour to the table with fresh gooseberries tossed in feta and

black pepper with a dash of your favourite balsamic.

TEA PAIRING SUGGESTION: Lemongrass & Ginger Rooibos or Green Rooibos with Mint

Table Water Serve cold water with lemon and lime slices and chopped mint leaves.

TEA PAIRING SUGGESTION: Lemongrass & Ginger Rooibos or Berry Flower Tea

For a really quick meal that’ll keep you at the table for hours (and out of the kitchen), separate all your usual salad ingredients into small bowls and let everyone invent their own mix.

Add interesting surprises with pomegranate seeds, anchovies, beetroot carpaccio, roasted pine nuts, red grapes, chickpeas, mint, sprouts, dried olives and loads of leaves with all the different lettuce varieties and additional leaves like rocket, coriander, watercress, clover and parsley.

Make these dressings for a burst of flavour: 1. Warm honey on low heat and add grated ginger and lemon zest. As it cools, mix in virgin olive oil and a touch of balsamic. Make the day before.

2. Finely chop onions and fry lightly before adding rosemary and crushed basil leaves. Add three tablespoons of red wine. As it cools, add in garlic-infused olive oil and a pinch of red chilli powder. Make the day before.

3. Whisk cream and mayonnaise (1/3 mayonnaise to 2/3 cream) and add a dash of white wine and salt for a truly creamy experience. If this is too decadent, replace the mayo with plain yoghurt. Make this just before serving.

MAKE YOUR OWN

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TEA AND FOOD PAIRING IS SUBJECTIVE, SO SERVE A VARIETY

OF TEAS IN GLASS TEAPOTS ON THE TABLE. SET THE TABLE

WITH MOROCCAN TEA GLASSES AND LET EVERYONE HAVE FUN

BY EXPLORING DIFFERENT COMBINATIONS OF TEA AND FOOD.

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did you know?Quinoa is totally gluten-free and has been dubbed the perfect ingredient by numerous foodies. It’s anti-allergenic, easily digestible and filled with protein and fibre – fantastic for keeping your blood sugar levels healthy.

Plates of heaven

LeoneLuxury Tuscan Pastry Selection R4999

Available at Kloof, Cavendish, Gardens & online only.

always keep biscuits on hand for a wonderful tea or coffee treat or to spoil your guests.

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Perfect companion

Courting candy land

So sweet

Sip slowly

EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY

LeonePanforte Nero 115g R2799 Panforte Margherita 250g R4999 Panforte Margherita 115g R2799

The Treat Company Christmas Sweets from R1199

Dunk Beautiful Butter Biscuits R3199

Ma Me're MaisonMacadamia Nut Brittle 100g R2699 Lindt Dark Chocolate Rocky Road 90g R3199 Lindt White Chocolate Rocky Road 90g R3199

ZariSparkling Grape Juice 750ml R6999

Selected items not available at all stores. Items not listed at a particular store can be ordered for you or bought online.



Available at Kloof only. Not available online.


This traditionally Italian dessert is chewy and mouthwatering with ingredients like almonds, hazelnuts, pine nuts, candied citrus peel, honey, cloves, coriander and cinnamon.

The Treat Company makes authentic sweets and treats with natural flavours and no preservatives, look for their gluten free and sugar free options.

these sweet treats will get your taste buds dancing.

this non-alcoholic celebratory grape juice is a specialist cultivar for absolute discerning taste.

When you eat with utmost enjoyment and love your meal, even if the food is rich, your digestion will work optimally. If you eat bland food you don’t like, your body will digest reluctantly. Our message for the season is to eat what you love. Use the healthy version of your favourite indulgences, and if there is something completely decadent you can’t resist, rather than abstaining, eat a small portion to satisfy your taste buds.

JOIN THE CARMIÉN TEA JOURNEY

Tea has evolved over thousands of years to be the drink that goes along with meals.

Take note:Follow these recom-mendations of tea paired with food to enhance the special flavours of the dish, or simply experiment with your own combi-nations.

CarmiénLoose Flower Tea Carmién

tea bags Food pairingChocolate pairing

Earl Grey orVanilla

Blend with

Blend with

Blendwith

Chai orVanilla

Blackcurrant orVanilla

Camomile orVanilla

Leg of lamb & roasted vegetables

Curry dish or Rye bread

with avocado & onion

Steak with sweetchilli sauce

Spicy foods orCream Cheese &

rocket platter

Turkish DelightChocolate

Dark Chocolate with Orange Peel

MilkChocolate

ChilliDark Chocolate

To join our unique tea journey, find Carmién Flower Teas & Glass Infusion Pot Gift Packs at Wellness Warehouse or directly from us. Contact Carmién tea:

Tel: 022 9213405 | [email protected] | www.carmientea.co.za

A gorgeous glass teapot

Think melt in the mouth,

LeoneAmaretti Crisp Italian Almond Biscuits 200g R3199

CarmienGift Box with Glass Pot, Flower Tea & Rooibos Earl Grey

R22999

Ma Me're MaisonHoney Nougat from

R1699



Available at Kloof only. Not available online.

with Italian Amaretti biscuits.

with space to burn a candle underneath and two choices of tea.

slightly chewy, flavourful and more-ish. This nougat comes in many tempting flavours. You might want to try them all.

Make coffee time special

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Our extra special packaging and non drip tap ensures that the oil is not exposed to light and air and stays fresher for longer.

Our Olive oil has a fruity delicious taste. Drizzle it on salads or vegetables or use it for cooking and food preparation. Olive oil is well known for its amazing health benefits.

Lock & Lock Cookplus Vitamin is available from selected stores.

Distributed by Legend Housewares (Pty) LtdVisit us at www.legend-sa.co.za or

The bold, vibrant and modern design of the Lock & Lock Cookplus Vitamin range will add a delightful touch of colour to your home.

FeaturesThe handle ventilation system keeps the handles cool so that cookware can be moved easily from the hob to the dinner table.The high quality cast aluminium body combined with the stainless steel induction base promotes fast, even and consistent heat distribution, thus saving you time and money by reducing your energy consumption.The eco-friendly non-toxic, non-stick and ceramic coatings (free of PFOA’s) prevents scratches and increases durability.

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Have your cake

The Allergen BakerGluten Free Christmas Cake Small R3299

Gluten Free Christmas Cake Med R5499


and eat it, especially if it's gluten-free.

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Satisfying

Put out the cookies

We love you sugar

Here’s proof

SAFELY DECADENT

Nairn'sGluten Free Oatcakes 160g R4699

Orgran Gluten Free Kids Itsy Bitsy Bears Biscuits with Choc Flavoured Bits 160g R3699

Gluten Free Kids Outback Animals Vanilla Cookies

160g R3499

Caring CandiesSugar Free Bon Bon's 120g R2599 Sugar Free Fruity Candy

R1499 Sugar Free Peppermint Candy Sticks 3's R1499

SomamaDark Chocolate Goji Berries 125g R4299


Available at all stores & online.




allergy and gluten free bakes make food intolerances a cinch.

firstly, they are safe for kids to eat and secondly, they taste incredible

but you aren’t that good for us so here is a sweet but sugar free version of all the candies you love.

that healthy can be delicious. High anti-oxidant combined with pure enjoyment

If your diet requires sugar-free, gluten-free or any of the exclusion foods, you can still eat the treats you are used to with our festive season selection.

Take one,

Each crumb

Make herbal & green tea

The Allergen BakerGluten Free Mince Pies 6's R3199

EnticeLemon Butter Biscuit R3999

Ginger Butter Biscuit R3999

Almond Butter Biscuit R3999

Choc Chip Butter Biscuit R3999

WellnessHerbal Tea 20's

from R999




then another, after all they are gluten-free.

slowly melts in your mouth while you experience the gentle flavour .

part of your daily intake. Besides straight up in a pot, get creative and use tea for cooking, dressing and for marinades.

Get caught

GullónPanchitos 100g R2399 Ronditas 186g R3499


in the cookie jar, you can with Panchitos and Ronditas they are made as diet biscuits which means no sugar.

No one will know

Dr Kat'sDecaf Cappuccino 250g R6999

Chai Tea 220g R6999

Hot Chocolate 440g R7999

Available at Kloof, Cavendish & online only.

these delicious and seemingly decadent drinks are actually good for you.

WELLNESS CARD Buy any 3 Wellness Teas &

SAVE R10


Delicious food has a way of connecting people and creating

harmonious interactions. These Love Truffles are a festive delicacy destined to melt hearts and make guests feel loving and comforted. What’s more, they are full of raw food goodness. Keep a store of these in the pantry and serve them up whenever you have guests.

Truffles last for up to 2 weeks stored in the freezer. Makes 10-12 Truffles

• Process walnuts until chopped into crumb sized pieces (keep aside for rolling).

• Pulse the following ingredients together: cacao powder, sea salt, cinnamon, vanilla, maple syrup, coconut oil, and essential orange oil. The mixture should be blended well and smooth.

• Transfer mixture to a bowl and stir in cranberries.

• Cover and freeze for 2 hours until firm.• Scoop out a spoonful at a time and

mould into round balls. • Roll them in the walnuts until they are

covered completely. • Place in the freezer for an hour, this will

get walnuts to stick nicely. • Serve them up and prepare for bliss.

LOVE TRUFFLESby Health Appliances

¾ CUP RAW WALNUTS1 CUP RAW CACAO POWDER½ TSP HIMALAYAN SEA SALT1 TSP GROUND CINNAMON

2 TSP PURE VANILLA EXTRACT1 CUP ORGANIC MAPLE SYRUP¼ CUP VIRGIN COCONUT OIL

2 DROPS ORANGE OIL (OPTIONAL)½ CUP DRIED CRANBERRIES

INGREDIENTS

THIS RECIPE IS:Raw, Vegan, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Egg-Free

Love Truffles make the perfect gift. Pop them into a beautiful bottle, add a ribbon and give them to someone you love

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Invest in a professional blender and make healthy food more

delicious.

Health AppliancesOmni Blend V

R2995Available at Kloof, Cavendish, Gardens & online only.

The OMNIBLEND V Super Blender is a heavy duty and high performance blender for home or commercial blending. It easily blends the toughest ingredients. An energy-efficient motor can blend on three speeds and has three timer options. Make perfect smoothies, ice cream, soups and pastes, nut butters, ice and more. A stainless steel blade can blend almost anything from ice to dry and wet ingredients. The container is heat resistant and will safely blend soup.

1 kg finely broken Ostrich Mince 2 diced onions 250g pitted calamata olives 300g crumbled feta cheese 2 eggs5g cumin5g ground coriander20g fresh coriander15g crushed garlic 15g mixed herbs30ml balsamic vinegar15ml honey

MethodMix all the above ingredients together well and form into round meatballs

Bake in oven at 180 degrees for approximately 15 minutes

What converted you to Wellness food? Well, you feel so good when you eat well, and I wanted to use my cooking ability, skill and techniques to cook in a healthier way – this is the way the world is going. Which are your favourite ingredients?Pomegranite Seed and Dried Mulberries, they are so delicious and you can use them in so many ways. I have learnt a lot by working with gluten free flour and realized there are many delicious dishes I can cook that are gluten free. I love using Agave sugar syrup as a sugar substitute, many sweet treats at Wellness Café use Agave instead of sugar.

What did your Granny cook that you still love?Nothing is nicer than my Granny’s Beef Cassoulet – slow cooked beef casserole with butter beans in a delicious gravy.

Wellness Tip?When making Wellness Ostrich Meatballs; add crumbled feta and black olives to the mixture for an extra special delicious Mediterranean taste.

Q & A

Sauce10ml olive oil1 onion diced5g garlic crushed2 tins chopped tomatoes or 200g chopped peeled tomatoes20g apricot jam5g oregano5g mixed herbs

Fry onion and garlic in olive oil, then add tomatoes. Simmer for 20 min then add apricot jam and dried herbs. Season with salt and pepper

Pour the sauce over the meatballs, garnish with fresh coriander and serve with steamed couscous or brown rice.

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you recognise your unique stress personality type, with loads of advice on how you can manage your stress levels

• Read about two incredible doctors who are making waves in integrative medicine, dealing with the importance of your thyroid and hormonal balance

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PARCHEDIt’s not difficult to become dehydrated, especially if you’re out and about and busy. Keep water readily available. If you do find yourself dehydrated and feeling nauseous, lightheaded and headachy, try these tips:

•Fruit is a great source of water and will help you regain what you’ve lost. Bananas are packed with potassium, which you’ll need if you’re dehydrated. Also munch on watermelon, strawberries and cucumbers

•Eat bland food. Stomach cramps are a common symptom of dehydration, help the problem by sticking to plain food like crackers, rice or potatoes

•Flaky,itchyskin can also result from being dehydrated. Use a salt rub after bathing to smooth and restore skin and relieve itching

If symptoms aren’t relieved within a few hours, consider a visit to your local pharmacy or health store for a good rehydration mix that’ll get your electrolyte levels up to optimum.

OUCH! Isn’t it strange that toothache always comes just when the world has shut down for the day? Stave the pain until you can visit your dentist with these tried and tested home remedies:

• Cloves contain natural anaesthetic, so either rub clove oil on the tooth, or place a clove in your mouth next to the pain

• Smooth a little menthol vapour rub on your cheek closest to your sore tooth and cover it with a warm cloth

• Ignore the tooth and go for pressure. Using an ice cube, massage one hand on the v-shape between your thumb and index finger for five to seven minutes

•Placeahot (ashot as youcan) teabag over your sore tooth for immediate pain relief. Alternatively place a piece of raw potato over the affected area

•Wheatgrassis a fantastic way to stave off tooth decay, and it’s a great pain reliever too as it draws out toxins that may be causing the ache. You can either take wheatgrass tablets, juice it and rinse your mouth out several times or slurp back a tot

TRAVEL TOOL KITIf you’re travelling, remember these essentials:

•Teatreeoil.This is fantastic for cleaning cuts and wounds, and is the perfect foil to thrush: mix a few drops with plain almond oil, roll a tampon through this mixture. Insert and leave for at least an hour. Add a few drops to bath water if using a hotel bath.

• Wet wipes. Travelling can be a sticky and dirty business. A quick, fresh wipe will keep you feeling clean and refreshed and can double as loo paper if you’re in a sticky position.

•Eyepadsandearplugs. It can be difficult falling asleep in strange places and you can never be sure of the light and noise levels. Keep these two essentials close to ensure a good rest. Use malleable earplugs so they mould to the shape of your ear and don’t cause discomfort during the night.

• Laxative. Pack some laxatives, strange bathrooms and a disrupted routine has a way of blocking up the stomach.

EYES WIDE SHUT It’s the morning after the night before and you’re due at yet another soiree. But, a lack of sleep and too much of a good thing have left you with swollen eyes. Try these quick fix tips:

• Tea time.Seep a tea bag in hot water for three to five minutes and allow to cool slightly. Place the teabags gently over your closed eyes. Caffeine filled tea helps constrict blood vessels and reduce swelling. Herbal teas like chamomile contain natural anti-irritants for a soothing infusion. Keep your seeped teabags in the fridge for a quick pick me up before going out again.

• It’s not an oldwives tale – cucumbers’ astringent properties constrict blood vessels to reduce swelling and they’re also deliciously cool to the touch.

•Egg on your face really works. Whip up one or two egg white and smear under your eyes – this will tighten the skin and reduce the appearance of puffiness.

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HIGHFLYER If you’re planning on a trip across the globe, you don’t want your time away to be eaten up with feeling bedraggled and sleepy.

• When travelling across time zonesget into the local timeslot as quickly as possible. Bodies react well to sunlight - it tells your brain to reduce the sleep-inducing melatonin during daylight hours. So, put yourself in the sun as soon as you land. If you arrive at midday, give your body another cue by eating your usual lunchtime fare, rather than breakfast or dinner.

•Duringlongjourneys,makesureyoumovearound – it may not be easy to give your body a workout when you’re squashed into

an aeroplane, car or bus seat, but get up and move around as often as possible. This will ward off stiffness and keep your mind and body revitalised. It also reduces the risk of developing a blood clot in your legs.

• Although it’s tempting to tipple whileyou’re hurtling through the sky, stay away from alcohol on your journey and dink water to ensure you stay hydrated.

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At last it’s time to relax, unwind and let our cares soak away into the blue ocean... if you don’t wake up wanting to strangle the kids fighting over the X Box, or flatten the woman who just stole your parking at the mall, or bulldoze your way past the hordes on the beach...

Holidays can sometimes be more stressful than work time because life carries on; groceries have to be bought, meals prepared, houses cleaned, children entertained and the list goes on. Being prepared is key to ensuring our holidays are as rejuvenating, de-stressing and soul-nurturing as they are intended to be.

Some useful holiday tips:

• Gather the family at the beginning ofthe holiday and assign each member a general area of responsibility – if they’re little, let it just be their sleeping areas.

•Chooseatimeofdaythatyouare ‘offduty’ completely - make sure everyone knows this.

•Useyourofftimeto‘activelyrelax’.Geta massage, play some meditation CD’s or have a sundowner on the beach. Playful exercise in any form is also a very good stress buster.

•Plantripstotheshopsasfaraspossibleto avoid daily elbow fights with manic trolley pilots.

•Remember thateveryoneelse is tryingto relax too, so take a chill pill and smile when the harassed shopper grabs the last carton of fat-free... you can afford to drink some full cream today.

Above all, remember to fill your heart with gratitude, be kind on the roads and as my dear late grandfather would say in his posh British accent, “Don’t let the bastards get you down!”

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PEACE PARTY See your New Year in with deep and prayerful intention by joining monk Gen Pagpa in a celebration with a difference.Make a New Year resolution to invite

more calm into your life by learning meditation. Meditation is an incredible life practice that can empower you and teach you to keep your cool no matter what the external circumstances might be. Moving from focusing on the outward world to rather monitoring your inner world and being in control of the response you choose makes a huge difference to your state of mind. Controlling the external world is not within our power but controlling our inner world certainly is. As Ceshe Kelsand Cyatso, Author of Transform your Life, says, Happiness and

Suffering are states of Mind and so the main causes of happiness and suffering cannot be found outside the mind. The real source of happiness is a peaceful mind. It may take a while for this concept to hit home but when it does there is an amazing shift that allows you to take responsibility for how you are feeling. Without deeper thought, life will always consist of frustrations about the noisy neighbour, the cancelled flight, the flaky friend, the late payment or any other of the many things that irritate us. With a meditative mind these things become much less disturbing and entirely less relevant.

The evening will involve Reflection, Renewal and Prayers for World Peace on December 31st at 21 Loch Rd, Rondebosch. Relax in blessed peace with an evening of special guided meditations and prayers interspersed with a delicious vegetarian supper. Resolve to be the change you want to see in the year ahead.

Cost: R100 for the whole evening. Tel: 021 685 3428 Web: www.meditateincapetown.org

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ANANTARA KIHAVAH RESORT For an exotic and romantic island experience, the Maldives is the perfect option with 1,192 islands boasting year round sunshine. The water is warmer and bluer than you expect, there is more coral and aquatic life than you’d hope for, in fact from the moment your feet are washed by your villa host until the staff wave you goodbye from the jetty, you will have had a better holiday than you ever imagined. Transfer from Male Airport on a seaplane to the Baa Atol and the barefoot-on-the-beach Anantara Kihavah Resort is your home in 45 minutes. www.anantara.com

HALO GAIA HOLISTIC JOURNEYS combine swimming with dolphins and soul searching in Mozambique. Halo Gaia journeys have an emphasis on eco-friendly and conscious travel. www.halogaia.com, 073 544 1485, [email protected]

EMOYENI RETREAT CENTRE is situated on the northern slopes of the Magaliesberg, in simple and beautiful surroundings conducive to meditation and contemplation. Based on Buddhist principles, Emoyeni offers regular conducted retreats or individual retreats with vegetarian meals. www.emoyeni.org.za, 082 308 1533, [email protected]

DHARMA CENTRE IN ROBERTSON is a full-time residential Zen centre and offers silent retreats lasting from two to seven days consisting of bowing, sitting, walking and chanting. The Centre is in the valley of wine and roses, with cool crisp mountain air and no surrounding pollution. www.dharmacentre.org.za (023) 626-3515, [email protected]

IXOPO BUDDHIST RETREAT has beautiful tranquil spaces for introspection and run a programme of different retreats. The retreat is located on a ridge overlooking the Umkomaas River with a view of indigenous valleys and rolling hills. Follow the paths that wind through the 300 acre property and in amongst the lush scenery you will find many quiet places perfect for meditation and contemplation. www.brcixopo.co.za 039 834 1863 [email protected]

Myoga TravelPlan a trip or find the perfect retreat to suit your yoga requirements, available time, and budget. Myoga have contracts with major yoga retreat centres and airlines, saving money and making everything much easier. They also help yoga teachers taking groups overseas for teacher training or retreats and will plan the best holiday ever for honeymooners, surfers and adventurers. All local destinations covered including Mozambique; Zanzibar; Mauritius; Maldives; Madagascar; Bali; India. www.myogatravel.co.za 021 434 1435 [email protected]

ART OF LIVINGIf you can’t leave home, get the benefits of a retreat through a fabulous breathing technique called Sudarshan Kriya. This technique teaches specific natural breathing rhythms which harmonize the body, mind and emotions. It is designed to eliminate stress, fatigue and negative emotions like anger, frustration and depression. It will leave you calm but still energized, focused yet relaxed. Contact the Art of Living for more information: [email protected]

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WIN 2 places on the Somerset Gift Farm Yoga Retreat in Swellendam. This includes free accommodation, all meals, yoga classes and workshops. Winners must find their own way to Swellendam. Retreats are run regularly, please contact Marlien on the email below to find a date that suits you. Somerset Gift Getaway Farm is 16 kilometres outside Swellendam in a beautiful valley bordering the foothills of the majestic Langeberg Mountain. The surroundings are idyllic and peaceful, with stunning views, green pastures, a serene spring-fed lake, and the lovely Buffeljags River which runs the length of the farm. Expect pristine mountain grounds with breathtaking valleys, waterfalls and rock pools. It is truly a paradise for all.

To enter, email your name and cell phone number to [email protected]. Make sure to put Wellness competition in the subject line and a short sentence explaining why you would like to go on the retreat. Competition entries close on 31st December 2012.

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Delhi, Udaipur, Varanasi, Kashmir, Dharamsala, and the Dalai Lama's home in

McCloudganj.

Istanbul's Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace, Kusadasi,

Ephasus, Cappidocia, Konya and Rumi, Troy and

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Marrakesh, Fez's Sacred Music Festival, Chefchouen

The Valley of the Roses, and the Sahara.

By Robyn Wilkinson

We travel 16km’s out of Swellendam to try out a yoga retreat and see

how relaxed one can actually get from two days of ‘pranayama in paradise’.

This was no ordinary retreat. Marlien Wright former suburban girl but newly stationed at Somerset Gift Farm has a gentle and beautiful energy that gives every yoga class an incredible depth and dimension. She’s playful too and completely non-judgmental. “These are the classes and schedule but there is no pressure, participate in whatever you want to or do your own thing,” she says. ‘Your own thing’ could be anythingfrom nature walks exploring the farm, rowing down the river, fishing, gazing at the horses in the nearby pastures, curling up on the stoep reading or simply sleeping.

Three hours from Cape Town (I say three hours because it’s so tempting to stop at all the farm stalls along the way, you inevitably slow the two hours into three) you turn

onto a dirt road for a few kilometres until you almost bump up against a mountain so spectacular you have to remind yourself to breathe out. Just in front of the mountain, part of the Langeberg range, is a river, in front of that is a row of cute little cottages. Ours was called Fish Eagle and had a huge fireplace, a perfect little kitchen, a patio to laze on, comfy beds and a view looking across the river to the mountain. It’s the kind of place you don’t have to settle into, you automatically feel at home. We ambled off to the 5pm yoga class, a short walk up the path. Marlien’s studio has huge windows that look onto the mountain with impressive wooden beams running the width of the ceiling. Being in the studio was inspiration in itself. Her classes are very well choreographed and leave space for you to work really hard or to take it gently. We ended off with a transformative meditation that made it very easy to change pace, leave the city behind and fast track relaxation. All the meals

werevegetarianinspiredby‘TheCaketheBuddha Ate’, (Jacana). Think spiced lentil dahl with coconut milk, veggie cake Bhaji’s, rolled leaves with quinoa, pesto and beans, butternut and beetroot salad with magical dressing, the food was delicious – totally satisfying even for the carnivores among us. “There is an organic farm close by and we are privileged to be able to get an ample supply of fresh organic produce,” explained Marlien. The programme included yoga classes, morning and afternoon, a creativity workshop and energy healing workshop. Even when there isn’t a scheduled yoga retreat, Somerset Gift Farm is a beautiful place to spend a weekend or even a week for that matter. It is also perfect for children and has a number of self catering cottages. For details on upcoming yoga retreats, contact Marlien on Cell: 076 508 7188, [email protected], www.somersetgift.co.za

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SHARE SOME FESTIVE CHEERMake the festive season work for you by doing your gift shopping early on in the month. Pop a few extra treats in your trolley to take with to parties and dinner engagements. A few bottles of bubbly, some good quality coffee or a beautiful candle are lovely gifts to present to a host.

DINNER PARTY: It’s always appropriate to bring something for the host of a

dinner party. A bottle of good wine, box of chocolates or flowers is still widely acceptable. Candles also make lovely giveaways, for something a little different. It’s not appropriate to give a bottle of perfume or something more intimate, and you don’t need to spend a fortune – the message you are sending with your gift needs to be one of appreciation for the meal to come, the time and effort afforded and the joy of time spent together.

STAYING OVER: If you’ve been invited to stay at someone’s home or holiday

cottage, try to bring a gift that’s special or meaningful, such as something that’s unique to your own town or neighbourhood – especially if you’re going overseas. Other ideas include a coffee table book that reflects your hosts style or interest; a basket of gourmet kitchen essentials, such as infused olive oil; a beautiful vase or ornamental bowl (although be sure you know their taste); specialised teas; or a selection of organic coffee.

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Giving & ReceivingYou don’t have to believe in Santa Clause to be caught up in the gift frenzy of December – from acquaintances to hosts, there’s a long list of what may be expected of you.

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IF SOMEONE BRINGS YOU A FOOD OR DRINK OFFERING THAT DOESN’T FIT IN WITH YOUR PLANNED MEAL, DON’T FEEL OBLIGED TO SERVE IT. SIMPLY THANK THEM AND SAY YOU LOOK FORWARD TO ENJOYING IT IN

THE FUTURE.

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YOURS IS IN THE MAIL: If someone who wasn’t on your

gift list gives you a present, accept it gracefully and thankfully, but don’t feel obliged to give one in return. And certainly don’t say that you’ll give them their gift the next time you see them. Also, you really don’t have to match gifts Rand for Rand. It’s much more important to stick to your own budget, and a gift that’s well-thought out will most likely be appreciated more than a very expensive one.

ALMOST STRANGERS: Finding the right present for a new relative

or acquaintance can be taxing. First, find out as much as possible about their interests (even just a favourite colour will help), and then choose something that you feel reflects who they are. Explain the reasons you chose the particular gift (for example, rose-scented, handmade soap could mean they are timeless, like the beauty of a rose) – this way, your relatively generic gift will take on a special meaning. It’s also now become acceptable to give gift vouchers, what used to seem like a cop-out is now seen as a way of ensuring the person you’re giving to gets exactly what they’d like.


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Simply Green is South Africa's premier bi-monthly green lifestyle magazine, providing positive and practical steps to cleaner living for people who want to make a difference but don't want to compromise on lifestyle.

Many of us love to stay home for the holidays. It means less travel, less stress and much less carbon footprint. Editor of Simply Green magazine and Eco Diva Nicole Sherwin gives holiday tips and advice.

Every Thursday morning on SABC3 Expresso Show, I create DIY recipes to make your home and personal care more enviro-conscious. If you are staying home for the holidays, there are some really fun things to do with your kids and your loved ones.

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Make Your Own Wrapping PaperMost mass-produced wrapping paper you find in stores is not recyclable and ends up in landfills. Instead, here's a great chance to get creative! Wrap presents with old maps, the comics section of the newspaper, or children's artwork. Or use a scarf, attractive dishcloth, bandana, or some other useful cloth item. If every family wrapped just three gifts this way, it would save enough paper to cover 45,000 football fields.

Buy Energy-Saving Holiday LightsDecorate your house with LED lights that use 90 percent less energy than conventional holiday lights, and can save your family on your energy bills during the holiday season! LED lights are available at many major retailers, Hardware stores and Wellness Warehouse Green Store.

Add Organic and Local Foods to Your Holiday FeastSupport local family farmers who grow sustainable, organic meat and produce. Not only does it taste better and is much healthier for you, you'll be doing your part for the planet too.

Stocking Stuffers: Test Your Eco-KnowledgeFind eco friendly gifts like fairtrade organic chocolates, mini gardening tool sets, soy candles, natural bath salts and organic vegetable seed sachets. These are all fun, luxurious and creative eco gifts.

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Fierce is the African version of Zumba. It gets your heart pumping,

your body moving and your feet stomping. Bodies just keep on moving especially with African tribal house beats artfully played by DJ Dino MoranI

My first experience was a class held in honour of Breast Cancer Awareness. It was at the Gardens Virgin Active gym and was much more high energy than I thought it would be. Who would have thought a dance class could give such an overall body workout, could improve strength, increase endurance and provide a natural high, not to mention a few laughs, all in one.

Movements like swinging, stamping, kicking, jumping and shaking are all actions natural to our bodies. I especially loved the dance moves inspired by daily living activities like sowing seeds, washing windows, icing the cake – all of which required hip shaking and body shimmying.

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FIERCELY FITNot gracefulness or years of ballet is required to enjoy the hip wiggles of the new Fierce dance class at Virgin Active. In actual fact, Fierce is about loosening up, letting go and having fun.

Dance is the hidden language of the soul of the body. - Martha Graham


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Fierce is a wonderful concept of dance and movement that also celebrates our African heritage. Teva Scarborough, the dance instructor who created Fierce, says, “When I put a few tribal-inspired movements into my dance classes at Virgin Active, people really responded. Tribal dance also lets you tap into your warrior energy and experience your power as a woman.”

Fierce is also about letting go of the misconceptions about being the perfect dancer and just celebrating body movement. “It is a space where you can just be you and stop worrying about what you think you should look like. A lot of people believe they can’t dance because they never danced as a child,” says Teva.

“But if you look in tribal cultures they all dance – young, old, fat, thin, short or tall. It’s just about you having fun with your body in the moment in the music. Anybody can do it.”

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Our cover model and Wellness Ambassador, Rouxmia Bougas tells us how she Lives Life WellI believe healthy living is all about having a positive mind and attitude. Never hold grudges, always forgive, love as much as you can. Music is my happiness!

I love to swim laps as I am a complete water baby. Recently I tried Bikram yoga and instantly fell in love with the way it makes me feel - totally detoxed, relaxed and energized. In terms of eating I go for as fresh as possible but I do have a cheat day once a week. Natural foods are my thing, and avoiding processed foods as much as possible. I am constantly being creative, which keeps me positive and happy. It comes down to doing what you love and everything will fall into place.

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Everyone has a different expression of love, find out how those closest to you feel more loved

What makes you feel loved? Do you need to receive a gift or is a hug a better expression of love for you, perhaps its all about someone giving you quality time or verbalising appreciation of an achievement you have made.


Because we all express and receive love in different ways, understanding what these expressions are is essential to being able to effectively love and be loved. Gary Chapman, who created the five love languages, says that if you show someone love in a language they don’t understand, they’re simply not going to feel loved.

You may give love differently to how you recognise receiving love, so it’s a great exercise to identify what makes you feel loved, how you show love and what makes your loved ones understand they are loved. Here are five identified expressions of love. Go through your family and see which love language they resonate with. Then make sure you practice the one they recognise.

Words of Affirmation This is about giving compliments or words of encouragement. If you feel elevated and treasured when someone affirms you with words, then this is a key love language. Take note of how your child responds to your words of affirmation.

Quality Time Spending time together, walking, playing, going away on holiday, even doing the grocery shopping. If you just love being with a person and feel cherished when someone takes time out to simply be with you, then you need to gear your life up to include that in your routine. How does your child feel about spending time with you?

Physical Touch A hug, a ruffling of hair, sitting close, holding hands. Some people simply aren’t huggers, but if your child responds well to simple touch, be cognisant of the need to do more of it.

Receiving Gifts Everyone loves a present, but some people only feel loved when they are given a gift. This can be a difficult one, especially if your love language isn’t receiving gifts – but it’s important to understand this language nonetheless. Gifts don’t have to be expensive, though, just well thought out and personalised.

Acts of Service If when your partner makes the bed on a Saturday morning, you get all gooey and adoring, this is your love language. Look at how acts of service impact your child (like cleaning out their school bag, or tidying their room) and make an effort to do it more often if this is what makes them glow.


did you know?Giving a gift creates a feel good reaction not only for the recipient but for the giver as well.

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5 LOVE LANGUAGES Originally inspired by Gary Chapman >

• We don’t all have just one love language, but it’s generally on a sliding scale, the top of the scale being where you feel completely appreciated, adored and loved, to the bottom where you’re simply not moved at all. Loving in a language that isn’t your key vernacular might take some getting used to, but it’s worth the effort because the results are always amazing.

• Knowing your own love language and communicating it to those who love you will effect the amount of love you perceive you are receiving. Also, if those around you understand what makes you feel loved, they in turn will feel loved when you do something in your own love language – they’ll know you’re doing it with love, even if it isn’t in the way they naturally receive love.

• Once you understand the different languages everyone speaks and responds to, you can tailor the way you function. For example, if your daughter needs quality time, but your love language is giving or receiving gifts, taking her shopping with you when you buy her a gift will feed both your love languages. She’ll benefit from the time spent together, while you’ll feel you’ve given love by the gift you get her.

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SMOOTH MOVESChoose a good un-scented all over moisturiser – slather it on and walk around naked while the cream is absorbed or go for a body oil. Happy Heart from Maroma has an incredibly addictive aroma; it absorbs completely and won’t make you feel sticky.

SENSUALITYToo much is never a good thing. Place a dab of your favourite perfume in the crook of your elbow, behind your knees, and at the base of your throat. A neutral roll on crystal deodorant won’t compete with your perfume, but will keep you feeling fresh.

TOP IT OFFWhatever your hair style, the most important thing is to ensure you look well groomed and that you’ve taken care. For long hair, a simple, loose bun at the base of your neck that allows a few tendrils to escape is always elegant and easy. Shorter hair, experiment with clipping your fringe to the side to enhance your eyes. For short and curly hair, add some beautiful earrings. If your hair is taking strain with sun, colour or heat styling cover it in coconut oil for an hour before you wash and repair some of the dryness. Don’t try any new hair products for the first time on the night – you may end up unintentionally donning a wet-look, or being late because you had to start all over again.

LETS FACE ITMakeup and fashion trends dictate that natural is good. That doesn’t mean you have to go around completely naked, though. A light base or tinted moisturiser for even skin tone and neutral colours will help you enhance your features. The rule of thumb is to choose either your eyes or your lips as highlight points (so bright red lipstick needs to be paired with fairly toned-down eyes, but a nude shade of lipstick can be coupled with more intense eyes).

TIPS AND TOESDon’t forget to give yourself a quick mani-pedi – the trick once again is to ensure you look well groomed. You don’t need to display bright red talons, but chipped any colour is a definite no-no. If you don’t have time, rather keep your nails naked, clipped and buffed.

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MAKE IT PRETTYAdd some recycling savvy by wrapping presents with brown paper or newspaper then decorating with a ribbon. Make a feature of your wrapping with leaves, twigs and bark. Cut up old cards to make recycled gift tags.

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FOOD To keep a good party going, you need to supply sustenance. But, if catering is not your forte, bite-sized snacks do just as well as a full course meal. Keep it light and easy with cold finger food and healthy snacks like sliced raw veggies and dip, bowls of fruit and nuts, or make use of crackers topped with a variety of cheeses, mussels, anchovies, capers and fresh herbs.

If you have more people than plates, use skewers to create colourful combinations of fresh produce mixed with different cheeses and pickles. Fruit skewers are also deliciously easy to create.

If even that’s a taxing thought, get hold of some whole wheat ready-made pizza base and ask your guests to bring their favourite pizza toppings. All you’ll need is a rolling pin and a hot oven to create a gourmet pizza feast.

Fondue is great for summer evenings outside, and all you need to prepare is a few interesting sauces and readily chopped or sliced meat, vegetables or cheese. Halloumi is fantastic in a fondue as it crisps beautifully without melting into the pot. Mushrooms, peppers, even par-

boiled baby potatoes also work well and are always a hit. Home made whole grain bread is always a great accompaniment to cheese fondue.

BEVERAGES Throwing a party can be expensive, and it’s no longer necessary for you to provide absolutely everything. Ask your guests to bring what they’d like to drink, but ensure you’ve got some of the essentials that appeal to your group of friends. Keep a store of fresh cold water and loads of ice. Remember to ensure you’ve enough glassware for all your guests’ drinks. Be consumer aware, though, and rather borrow or hire glasses than buying more than you’ll need at other times of the year.

MUSIC Music is such an important part of our lives, its impact on your mood is unsurpassable, whether it lifts you up, grounds you, stirs memories or simply touches your soul. Aldous Huxley said, “After silence, that which comes closest to expressing the inexpressible is music”, and Frederick Nietzsche said that life without music would be a mistake.

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