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welcome - editor's letter

EdITOR'S Letter

I recently read an article about

the fact that many disney

characters are purposely

written without key parental

figures. The creators want them

to quickly grow up and take on

new responsibilities.

disney stories are easy to fall in

love with because the hard times

are conquered and your favourite

character is soon on top of the

world again. This article reminded

me of one of our contributors in

this issue of Vitalise. Kevin rutter

works with boys who don’t always

have both parents and often

particularly lack a father figure

in their lives. Their stories don’t

always have the same happy

ending as on the big screen – the

kids he works with sometimes

have to grow up too quickly.

rutter, a true champion for the kids

with whom he works, shares his

story in this issue of Vitalise.

Be sure to give it a read – it

may awaken the activist in you.

as the year winds down we are

feeling the itch to get through

our last days of work so we can

get busy with enjoying our well-

earned end-of-year break. This

time of year is notorious for over-

indulgence, even though we all

promise it will be different this

time. vital’s nutritional expert,

Pam Pillay, provides insight into the

consequences of over-indulging;

implementing her advice will save

you some new-year-getting-back-

on-the-wagon-pains. Trust me.

To add to your arsenal against

over-indulgence, we have put

together a Crazy season survival

Kit. Include some of these key

items in your shopping cart and

you will be well on your way to

easing the guilt when you grab

that extra slice of cake or skip

that run you were planning.

Give it a read and let us know

your thoughts.

lastly, I would like to thank all the

new vital Club members for joining

this year and being a part of the

vital community. The club has

seen many changes this past year,

all for the better. I look forward to

the new year and bringing all

vital Club members an even

better experience.

Enjoy the festive season!

yours in good health,

P.S Please email me at alison@vhf.co.za. I would love to hear from you.

Alison RiTCHiE - Vitalise editor -

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THE VITAL FOUNDATION

DAys Of Activism:16

time to take a staNdTHE 16 DAys oF ACTivisM CAMpAign FoR no violEnCE AgAinsT woMEn, CHilDREn AnD THE vUlnERABlE is A gloBAl CAMpAign THAT sTARTs on 25 novEMBER AnD EnDs on 10 DECEMBER. THis CAMpAign RAisEs AwAREnEss ABoUT gEnDER-BAsED violEnCE As A HUMAn RigHTs issUE AT A loCAl, REgionAl, nATionAl AnD inTERnATionAl lEvEl.

The south african 16 days of activism campaign is aimed at

raising awareness as well as strengthening partnerships between state agencies, non-governmental organisations and the corporate sector. The south african Constitution enshrines and protects human rights for all, but particularly the most vulnerable in our society. violence in all its forms devalues human dignity and the self-worth of the person and must be eradicated from our society.

aCtiViStS netWorKing againSt the eXploitation of ChildrenThe work of activists networking against the Exploitation of Children (anEX) focuses on counter-trafficking, anti-child labour and youth development. despite the diversity of the scope, all its programmes are linked to the eradication of all forms of the enslavement and trafficking of children and the youth.

anEX works in the central Karoo towns of Beaufort west and Murraysburg. Human trafficking, the business of trading in human beings, is a big problem in the central Karoo. Many youths and children are trafficked largely from poor rural areas to urban centres like Johannesburg and Cape Town.

anEX has four cross-cutting programmes to raise awareness of child and youth trafficking. For more, please visit www.anexcdw.org.za

The vital Foundation will actively continue pursuing progress in eradicating this scourge. To create more awareness, the foundation will share all activity on its social media platforms, but would also like to request that the public share their participation to create discussion and involve communities. The vital Foundation would like to make a meaningful change, one life at a time, as creating healthy families and healthy homes is the end goal.

Calling organiSationS fighting Woman and Child aBUSeThe vital Foundation funding applications will be open at the end of January 2015. Please visit www.vitalfoundation.co.za to download the application form. we want to know about your organisation and all the good work being done to help victims of abuse. The cut-off date is 28 February 2015.

dId YOU kNOw?

women aged 15 to 44 are

more at risk of rape and

domestic violence than

cancer, motor accidents,

war and malaria, according

to world Bank data.

Between 500 000 and two

million people, the majority

of them women and children,

are trafficked annually into

life-threatening situations

including slavery or servitude.

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wHAT'S UP @ VITAL

newrunning partners

The race brought together seasoned runners,

as well as active young families and friends

who enjoy an outdoor's lifestyle. “we are

very pleased with the success of today –

specifically with a total of rXXX raised for

organisations that fight woman and child

abuse. It is yet another way to help create

healthy families and healthy homes,” says

George Grieve, managing director of vital

Health Foods.

on saturday, 15 november 2014,

vital Health Foods teamed up with

Helderberg Harriers, in collaboration

with run/walk for life somerset west, to

campaign against abuse. This was the launch

of the event, where for the first time two

races merged, the winelands Marathon and

the vital run, becoming the vital winelands

run. The day was a great success as 5089

athletes finished the race and a total of

r40,000 was raised. all proceeds from

the event were donated to the PaTCH

Helderberg Child abuse Centre.

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A ClAssiC AppRoACH To CARE

on Friday, 21 november 2014, with the

support of friends and suppliers of vital

Health Foods, the vital Foundation handed

over a cheque to the drakenstein Palliative

Hospice and Butterfly House.

Butterfly House speaks to the core of what the vital

Foundation is about, as it provides services, often in

partnership with other organisations, which will add to

the quality of life of patients, their families (infected and

affected) and others made vulnerable through neglect,

abuse, malnutrition, substance abuse, extreme poverty

and illness.

over the past 16 years, vital Health Foods has been

proudly associated with the work the drakenstein

Hospice does for the Helderberg community, and hopes

to continue the positive relationship that results in a lot of

people getting the critical aid they require.

the World health

organization

(Who) definition of

palliatiVe Care

for Children

The active total care of the

child’s body, mind and spirit.

It begins when illness

is diagnosed, and

continues regardless

of treatment received.

Health providers must

evaluate and alleviate a

child’s physical, psychological

and social distress.

Effective palliative

care requires a broad

multidisciplinary approach that

includes the family.

Makes use of available

community resources (even

if resources are limited).

Can be provided in tertiary

care facilities, community

health centres and in

children’s homes.

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when used continuously

provides relief for the

chronic sufferer.

Can i drink vital green Tea while i

am breastfeeding?

Vital Green tea is

well known for its

anti-ageing, weight-loss

and energising benefits.

However, it does contain

caffeine. It is safe to

consume caffeine in very

small quantities while

breastfeeding, more so

when baby is older than

three months as they find

it easier to break down.

If you are finding that your

baby is sensitive to it,

then I would recommend

keeping intake to a

minimum or abstaining.

FAQsaNswers to freqUeNtLy asked qUestioNs

i have chronic sinusitis and during the change

of seasons and summer, my allergies get worse. My hay fever drives me insane. i find it difficult to get through the day at work. Does vital offer a product that can provide relief?

Firstly, I would advise

you to consult with

your doctor about what

chronic medication you

should take to prevent or

ease the symptoms, as

every case and individual is

different. If you are already

on medication, make sure

that you take it consistently,

even when you think you are

feeling much better.

I would like to recommend

Vital Allergy Ease. This

supplement is a natural

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take some time to work, but

prodUCt foCUS

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pAM pillAy- nutritional expert -

Pam Pillay is a registered dietician (BSc Dietetics) with a passion for good health and nutrition. She finds fulfilment in educating and enlightening people on the significant impact of leading a healthy and well-balanced life. Pam firmly believes that we are what we eat.

Contact Pam on our toll-free nutritional helpline or ask her advice on our website.

These sweet, nutty, crunchy gifts

from the sunflower are widely

considered a healthy food

source. Commonly used as oil

for culinary use, it has grown in

popularity to become a healthy

snack. They are an excellent

source of vitamin E, essential

fatty acids and minerals like

magnesium, selenium, calcium,

iron and manganese. They are

also rich in B vitamins and folic

acid. These seeds are a good

source of protein, providing

amino acids like tryptophan.

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Nutrition update

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my joUrNey into genDer

actiVism Kevin Rutter is co-founder of Front page Father, which is a media campaign dedicated to creating awareness about the value of involved fathers and to

empower men to be more involved in the lives of their children and families. He is an activist, promoting men as non-violent and caring.

THE AcTIVIST

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THE AcTIVIST

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page father

my joUrNey into genDer

actiVism

as founder of Fathers in africa, a

non-profit organisation dedicated to

running multifaceted programmes, Kevin

believes that the future of south africa

lies in the character of her children,

and that fatherlessness is the most

significant social problem we face.

The only credible strategy for reversing

the current trend of declining child

well-being is to begin the process

of reconnecting millions of south

african children to their fathers.

KEvin RUTTER

I distinctly remember driving home from

the hospital after Tarryn was born, a

lot more cautiously than usual. I was

suddenly overwhelmed with a sense of

responsibility and the thought of making

fathering a priority in my life. The truth is …

a father was born the same day.

I needed help, and when I started the

research into fatherhood, and realised the

extent of fatherlessness in our country, I

felt a sudden empathy for literally millions

of children growing up without a role

model for their source of masculinity and

identity. who were they looking to for their

developing manhood and self-image?

In Fatherless America, david Blankenhorn

says, “It is no exaggeration to say that

fatherlessness is the most harmful

demographic trend of this generation.

It is the engine driving our most urgent

social problems.” Current research backs

up his statement. when fathers are

disenfranchised for a variety of reasons,

the results are as follows:

In her dissertation The social construction

of the South African male identity, Cilicia

Senta Augustine comments:

The importance of a father figure as

a role model has been researched

from a number of psychological

perspectives. They have discussed

the impact of absent fathers and the

need for fathers to be more emotionally

available especially towards their sons

and family in general. recent research

has focused on the life of a father, the

pressure, the fear and the inability to

communicate his love because of the

masculine code of what society defines

as a father and a man; a stoic, rational,

inexpressive person who demands

respect. Private stories of men in

therapy, however, reveal a deep longing

for connectedness and nurturing. They

are frustrated by their inability to express

affection to their wives and children.

They fear being perceived as weak if

they do so. such patriarchal sanctions on

the behaviour of men have detrimental

effects for men themselves as well as

their interpersonal relationships.

This awakening led me to the place

of realising that we need to do some

serious work with young men, particularly

offering up different models of masculinity

(promoting men as caring and non-violent).

It is only by examining the “man box”

and traditional patriarchal views of

masculinity, and ways that our boys are

being socialised into this toxic

masculinity, that we can begin to

challenge these influences.

My life is now dedicated to healing men,

because we will then heal women and

children at the same time.

my Life is Now dediCated to heaLiNG meN, beCaUse we wiLL theN heaL womeN aNd ChiLdreN at the same time.

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FEATUrE

DiABETEs is onE oF THE FAsTEsT-gRowing DisEAsEs in THE woRlD – AnD THis

UpwARD TRAjECToRy is liKEly To ConTinUE As THE RATE oF oBEsiTy sTEADily

inCREAsEs. HowEvER, iT is noT All DooM AnD glooM As Following BAsiC

liFEsTylE gUiDElinEs CAn HElp pREvEnT AnD MAnAgE TypE 2 DiABETEs As wEll As

insUlin REsisTAnCE. pAM pillAy invEsTigATEs.

DiETyour diet or eating plan should include

plenty of the following:

• Fresh fruit

• vegetables

• whole grains

• Fresh fruit

• lean meats or proteins• low-fat or fat-free dairy• Healthy fats (omega-3 fatty acids)• water

Maintaining this type of diet along with

ensuring good blood glucose levels will

ensure that the complications associated

with diabetes like hypertension,

heart disease, kidney disease, gout,

neuropathy and deteriorating vision

can be staved. The key to maintaining

healthy blood glucose levels is focusing

on the carbohydrate content of the

foods and beverages you consume. The

three main goals are to manage:

the type of carbohydrates

consumed: These should be

of a low glycaemic index (GI).

a low-GI carbohydrate will allow blood

glucose levels to rise slowly in the blood,

thereby avoiding hyperglycaemic (high

blood glucose levels) or hypoglycaemic

(low blood glucose levels) episodes.

It will also place less pressure on the

pancreas to release insulin.

the amount of

carbohydrates

consumed: Planning

or knowing how many

carbohydrates should be

consumed at each meal

ensures that there won’t be

a large dumping of glucose

into the blood stream,

which could once again

lead to hypoglycaemia or

hyperglycaemia as well as

straining the pancreas.

the timing or

distribution of

carbohydrates

consumed: This is also

important in preventing

periods of hypoglycaemia

and hyperglycaemia. It is a good idea

to have main meals no more than

four to five hours apart and include

snacks in between the three main

meals. Essentially, it would mean eating

every two hours. It may sound like a

lot of eating but it will ensure a more

constant blood glucose level.

THE THREE TREATMEnT pillARs To successfully manage or prevent the

onset of diabetes, a three-step approach

should be followed:

01. Diet02. Exercise03. Medication

By following a healthy diet and a

sustainable exercise regimen, you can

keep type 2 diabetes and insulin resistance

at bay. If you have been diagnosed type 1,

2 or insulin resistant and medication has

become necessary, these conditions can

be managed perfectly by ensuring all three

steps are followed religiously.

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where oral hypoglycaemics are no

longer effective on their own due to

the natural progression of the disease

or poor blood glucose control.

oRAl HypoglyCAEMiCsThese tablets perform a few

functions, from working on the liver or

intestine to working on the pancreas

in order to control both insulin and

glucose levels in the blood.

diabetes is a perfectly manageable

disease if the three steps are

followed. Finding an eating plan and

exercise programme that are both

sustainable and enjoyable means half

the battle has been won. If you are

struggling to decide what and how to

eat as well as what types of exercise

are suitable, consult professionals

who can help you with this. Ensuring

that medication is taken as prescribed

and going for routine check-ups

guarantee a victory in the battle

against diabetes.

Made from rolled oats, whole

almonds, sunflower seeds, raisins

and sultanas, Vital original muesli

is high in energy and dietary fibre.

It is naturally cholesterol-free,

low in saturated fat and sodium

and contains no sulphur dioxide

(often used to preserve raisins and

sultanas), other preservatives or

artificial flavourants. Vital original

muesli is a high-fibre breakfast

which can be enjoyed daily.

Vital Original Muesli

the Vital expert recommends

ExERCisEThis has so many benefits for everyone

but especially so for people living with

diabetes. These benefits include:

• Helping the body utilise insulin to

control blood glucose levels

• reducing the risk for heart disease

and stroke

• Burning body fat

• strengthening and toning muscles

• lowering blood pressure

• decreasing cholesterol levels by

decreasing ldl (bad cholesterol) and

increasing Hdl (good cholesterol)

• Increasing the metabolism and

boosting energy levels

• decreasing stress levels.

remember to monitor blood glucose

levels before, during and after

exercise. This is crucial for people

with type 1 diabetes.

MEDiCATionIt is very important that you do not miss

or skip taking any prescribed medication.

Ensure that it is taken at the same time

every day. There are various types of

medication available, which depends on

the type of diabetes.

insUlinThis is used for type 1 diabetes. It is also

prescribed for type 2 diabetes in cases

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Vital health foods

pAM pillAy- nutritional expert -

Pam Pillay is a registered dietician (BScDietetics) with a passion for good

health and nutrition. She finds fulfilment in educating and enlightening people on the significant impact of leading a

healthy and well-balanced life. Pam firmly believes that we are what we eat.

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Salmon oil 250 mg

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Your feedback

“In 2006, I was diagnosed with diabetes. after going to see my

optician, I was told that I had a small cataract that had begun to

form. He then advised me to start taking beta carotene to help with

my eyesight. I decided to try Vital eye Boost, as the amount of

beta carotene was quite high as well as the fact that it contained

other nutrients for maintaining eye health. I have been using Vital

eye Boost ever since. I go for an eye examination every year, and

to my delight my eyes have stayed exactly the same for the past

eight years. I would encourage all

diabetics to take Vital eye Boost

as your eyes are one of the most

precious things that you have. Thank

you vital, for this supplement.”

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heart health tipS

Fibre, fibre and more fibre: Fibre-rich foods help to keep you regular. Try to include items like cherries,

grapes, crunchy bell peppers, beans, whole grains and nuts. a daily intake of 20 to 35 g is recommended.

Chewing gum: Chewing gum can help to relieve acid reflux and heartburn because it stimulates the

production of acid-neutralising saliva. Weight loss: Even a little weight loss can improve gastrointestinal symptoms. Extra weight, especially

around the midsection, can worsen digestive problems like heartburn, gas and burping.

Eat small meals: Indigestion, bloating, heartburn and other digestive problems can be prevented by eating

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cONDITION cLOSE-UP

impAirED visiON? siGht is aN esseNtiaL Part of everyday

Life, iNfLUeNCiNG how PeoPLe of aLL

aGes LearN, CommUNiCate, work, PLay

aNd iNteraCt with the worLd. yet

miLLioNs Live with visUaL imPairmeNt,

aNd maNy more remaiN at risk for eye

disease aNd PreveNtabLe eye iNjUry.

heaLthy visioN is CritiCaL to yoUr

qUaLity of Life; eNsUre that moNitoriNG

yoUr eye heaLth is oN yoUr to-do List.

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impAirED visiON?

THE pRoBlEMThe macula, an area responsible for detailed

central vision, is part of the retina, which

is a thin layer of nerve cells that lines the

back of the eyeball. Macular degeneration

occurs when light-sensing cells in this highly

sensitive area start to degenerate and central

vision loss takes place. Generally, women

are more likely than men to develop macular

degeneration and experience the effects of

severe vision loss from the disease.

Macular degeneration usually develops

gradually and painlessly; signs and symptoms

of the disease may also vary. Individuals with

macular degeneration may first notice

a blurring of central vision that is most

apparent when performing visually detailed

tasks such as reading and sewing.

Blurred central vision may also make straight

lines appear slightly distorted or warped.

as the disease progresses, blind spots form

within central vision. The extent of central

vision loss varies according to the type of

macular degeneration.

age-related macular degeneration is the

most common type of macular degeneration.

There are two types of age-related Macular

Degeneration (AMD): dry and wet. More than

90% of all people with AMD have the dry form.

dRYwith dry macular degeneration, yellow-

white deposits, called drusen, accumulate

in the retinal Pigment Epithelium (rPE)

tissue beneath the macula. vision loss

from dry macular degeneration occurs very

gradually over the course of many years

(sometimes decades).

wETIn the wet form, newly created abnormal

blood vessels grow under the macula

(called choroidal neovascularisation).

These blood vessels leak, bleed and scar

the retina, distorting vision or destroying

central vision. damage to the macula

occurs rapidly.

There are several forms of macular

degeneration that affect children, teenagers

and adults that are known as early-onset or

juvenile macular degeneration. Many of these

forms are hereditary and are more accurately

called macular dystrophies, instead

of degenerations.

RisK FACToRs • age: The risk of acquiring macular

degeneration increases with age.

• gender: women are more likely than men

to develop macular degeneration.

• Smoking increases the risk of acquiring

macular degeneration.

• family history: Macular degeneration

appears to be hereditary.

• obesity/diet: obesity has been

associated with macular degeneration.

although no one has found a treatment or

cure for the dry form of age-related macular

degeneration, there are lifestyle changes

and medications that can help slow the

progression of the condition.

THE solUTion1. Visit an eye care professional for an

eye exam.

2. Supplement with vitamins a, C, E, zinc

and lutein, as they are essential nutrients

found in the retina.

3. diet: antioxidants are important for

eye health.

4. Ultraviolet ray protection: always protect

the eyes with sunglasses.

5. Smoking cessation: stopping smoking

can decrease the development of macular

degeneration.

6. regular cardiovascular exercise will

improve the body's overall health.

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heaLth sNiPPets

with aNdrea

Vital health foods nutritional expert BSc Dietetics, MPhil Exercise Science

HEALTH SNIPPETS wITH ANDrEA

poSt yoUr QUeStionS on HEr FaCEBooK PaGE

as a regular contributor on the saBc 3 show Expresso (weekdays 06:00–08:30), andrea du plessis is able to share her passion for good health achieved though nutrition, natural remedies and a healthy lifestyle. information about health and nutrition is constantly updated. read on for some guidance on what is current and of interest to you.

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hidden sugars Few people realise how much sugar they consume through condiments, processed foods, soft drinks, fruit juices and flavoured waters.

NutritiON NEWs

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of obeSITy oN your HeAlTH ANd geNerAl

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INTAKe ANd HeAlTH problemS SuCH AS obeSITy

ANd dIAbeTeS. yeT, our SugAr CoNSumpTIoN

remAINS oN THe INCreASe. WHy IS THAT?

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dId YOU kNOw?

340 ml soft drink equals 12 teaspoons sugar / 350 ml drinking yoghurt equals 9 teaspoons sugar / 300 ml flavoured water equals 10 teaspoons sugar / 50 ml tomato sauce equals 3 teaspoons sugar.

ON EXPRESSO

FiVe tips For squashing sweet craVings

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Tips To REDUCE sUgAR inTAKE

Tipstosquash sugarcravings. Spotthehiddensugarsandlow-sugaralternatives.

Healthyhomes:adviceforasweettooth.

sugAr taX

a leading symptom

of dehydration is a

sweet craving.

♦ drink at least six glasses

of water per day.

♦ as an alternative to water,

enjoy Vital fruit infusion

green tea: it is sugar-free

and has a lovely sweet

aroma, which will help

reduce sweet cravings.

♦ start your day with

Vital original muesli, it will

help balance your appetite

and reduce sweet cravings.

♦ snack on a small portion

(two tablespoons) of almonds.

research has shown this

low-GI snack helps control

appetite and supports weight

loss success.

♦ Eat a low-GI fruit – one apple

or peach – one hour before

your usual sweet craving

hits. don’t wait for the sweet

craving to arrive, catch it one

hour before its usual peak.

Eating the fruit will help balance

your glucose levels, thereby

reducing the physiological

sweet craving trigger.

FRUIT IS YOUR FRIENd

HOw LOw-GI CAN YOU GO?

wASH OUT SwEET CRAVINGS LESS IS MORE

EAT CHOCOLATE dAILY

you can reset your taste

buds’ sensitivity to a lower level

of sweetness.

♦ Gradually reduce the

amount of sugar added to your

beverages and cereals – the

less you use, the less you need.

♦ avoid intensely sweet-tasting

foods. The less you expose

your taste buds to sweet foods,

the less sugar you will crave.

♦ research has shown that

people who follow a weight-

loss diet, and include a small

portion of dark chocolate daily,

are more likely to stick to their

eating plans.

♦ Dark chocolate (at least 70%

cocoa) is the key, as it contains

very little sugar but all the

chocolaty taste you crave.

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broCCoLi FEST

it’s a festival of broccoli; we are celebrating the little tree-like vegetable that is more versatile than you may have thought. give these recipes a try, you won’t be sorry.

brOccOLi pEstO

A VITAL FEAST

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BRoCColi pEsTo (recipe by Zola nene, Expresso chef )

BRoCColi pEsTo pAsTA (recipe by Zola nene, Expresso chef )

CHeCklIST 350 g broccoli florets, blanched

100 g baby spinach

2 garlic cloves

100 g Brazil nuts

½ cup grated parmesan cheese

⅓ cup olive oil

salt and pepper

MeTHOd • In a blender, combine together

the broccoli, baby spinach, garlic,

nuts and parmesan until the

consistency is fine.

• slowly add the olive oil and blend

further to form a thick paste.

• season with salt and pepper.

• Enjoy with pasta or as a dip.

CHeCklIST 500 g linguini

2 tablespoons olive oil

250 g cherry tomatoes

100 g sugar-snap peas, blanched

2 cups broccoli pesto

MeTHOd • Boil the linguini until al dente.

• In a large pan, heat two

tablespoons of olive oil.

• add the cherry tomatoes and

sauté until they begin to soften.

• add the pasta and stir until it is

heated through.

• stir in the broccoli pesto and

sugar-snap peas.

• serve immediately.

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A VITAL FEAST

pEsTo BUTTERBEAn sAlAD wiTH FETA & olivEs

CHeCklIST 250 g cherry tomatoes

1 tin of butter beans, drained

½ cup pesto

⅓ of a medium cucumber, finely diced

1 piece of feta cheese, crumbled

½ lemon, to squeeze over

4 fresh basil leaves, roughly torn

1 handful of rocket leaves

½ teaspoon lemon zest

½ cup kalamata olives

1 heaped tablespoon of Vital

Sunflower Seeds

salt and pepper

MeTHOd • Combine tomatoes, beans and

pesto in a mixing bowl.

• add cucumber, crumbled feta,

lemon juice and basil leaves.

• Place rocket leaves in a salad

bowl and top with the bean salad.

• sprinkle with lemon zest, kalamata

olives and Vital Sunflower Seeds.

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• High-strength B vitamins for energy metabolism

• daily balanced multivitamin.

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