Innholdsfortegnelse for January - February 2016 i Longevity Magazine

This is 2016. A year of challenges, but also one of new and promising opportunities. What better way to start it off than with Longevity, looking at the one organ that controls that which makes us human? The brain gives us the capacity to express ourselves through art, language, moral judgments and rational thought. It’s also responsible for individual personality, memories, movement, and how we sense the world. A complex organ, weighing in at around 1,4 kg, made up of a jellylike mass of fat and protein, it contains billions of nerves that can simultaneously process information from our body, operate our internal organs, generate thoughts and emotions, store and recall memories, and control movement. Yet even today, as modern science and medicine make massive strides in understanding human life,…

THE HEALTHIER LIFESTYLE ROOIBOS WINE TAKING THE WORLD BY STORM Audacia Boutique Winery is taking the world by storm with the first-ever Rooibos Wooded Healthier Lifestyle Wines. They’re not just a new flavour; they’re an innovation. Thanks to founder Trevor Strydom, we can now drink indigenous, sustainable wine that is free of added sulphur and preservatives, as well as being low-alcohol and low-carb. 4 WAYS TO TURBO-CHARGE YOUR EXERCISE RECOVERY CYCLE Few people have an issue when it comes to exerting energy, especially when they feel fresh. However, many may struggle to recover quickly for their next bout. There are many factors that impact on your body’s ability to recover; four of these are conditioning, downtime, nutrition and supplements. CONVERSATIONS ON TWITTER AND FACEBOOK @LOISWESSELS: Thank you for the comprehensive…

“LIFE IS TOO SHORT TO MUCK ABOUT PLAYING SMALL!”– Kate Emmerson Kate Emmerson has been a business owner for the past five years, has a degree in industrial psychology, and is a member of the South African Coaches and Mentors Association. She enables the people with whom she works to create space in their lives, through several aligned threads, from books to TV, inspirational talks to mastermind groups, and more. She was recently featured as an expert in the new self-help movie The Secret of The Keys. When I have a deep sense of wellness, I feel alive, full of va-va-voom, inspired, light, and have lucid, clear thinking. I bounce out of bed rather than sloth around with an extra cup of coffee, cuddling my cat, wishing it was…

The FDA has just approved AquAdvantage’s genetically engineered (GMO) Atlantic salmon. The salmon will not have to be labelled as GMO. The FDA has spent at least four years coming to this decision. In previous columns (visit www.foodpolitics.com to read these posts) I’ve discussed: • How retailers are promising not to sell GMO salmon. • Why labelling in essential. • How it’s been produced outside the USA. • What the issues are all about. What more is there to say? Only that federal agencies are tone deaf about the GMO issue. The FDA thinks that, just because it judges the salmon safe, it automatically makes it acceptable to the public. But as anyone who knows anything about risk communication can tell you, even if the salmon is safe to eat,…

“THAT’S WHAT MAKES ME HAPPY, HAVING SO MUCH LOVE” When Sandra Bullock heard that she was named People Magazine’s Most Beautiful Woman in 2015 – she laughed. As she shared: “I’ve never been a great beauty. I’ve never been the bombshell that was coveted. In an odd way, that made growing older a lot easier in this business. I guess I’m doing it on my own terms, and that is my wish for everyone.” In a further interview, she shared that for her real beauty is quiet. “Be a good person, be a good mom, do a good job with the lunch, let someone cut in front of you who looks like they’re in a bigger hurry. The people I find most beautiful are the ones who aren’t trying.” With…

Brainwave Optimization™ (BO) is the brainchild of Lee Gerdes, who holds a degree in maths, physics, psychology and theology. He was previously a systems analyst, management consultant and vice-president of solutions for NetPerceptions. Gerdes developed a computer-based modality that assists clients in achieving a deep state of relaxation, as a deeply relaxed brain may support stress and trauma recovery (both physical and emotional), enhanced wellbeing and performance optimisation. It has a fast recovery response time and requires little engagement from the waking consciousness of the client in the healing process. BO is best described as a catalyst that supports the brain in optimising itself. It kickstarts a natural process in which the brain moves towards a state of balance in its own time and on its own terms. The foundation…

I was intrigued, although admittedly somewhat cynical, about the idea of undergoing treatments with BO. It took some persuasion to get me there and what convinced me in the end was the fascination I have for how our brain works and the endless possibilities it holds for us. Until recently the dominant scientific belief was that our brain is a machine. In this view, if you injured a part of your brain, as in trauma, you lost your function. This is because the brain was seen as a fixed entity that’s hardwired. However, thanks to advances in neuroplasticity – the study of how the brain can change itself – and a general progressiveness in thinking around the brain, this concept has been challenged and there is increasingly more evidence to…

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As we get older, so our face loses volume, particularly under our eyes and cheeks. Instead of the “triangle of youth”, with a neat, pointed chin and beautiful cheekbones, as we age we tend to develop the reversed triangle of aging: thin cheeks and wide, saggy jowls. Enter braces for adults. According to the American Association of Orthodontics, one in five orthodontic patients in the US is adult – a trend that is slowly gaining popularity in South Africa. With orthodontics, your teeth are restored for proper positioning, width and height, to better support your changing facial structures and create a more youthful appearance. Plus, an elongated face, protruding or receding chin, and nasolabial skin folds (all associated with aging) can be improved with chin reshaping and jaw repositioning –…

In 2008, Vickie de Beer’s life was changed forever when her then eight-year-old son was admitted to intensive care and diagnosed with Type-1 diabetes. “Nothing prepares you for this emotional, life-changing rollercoaster,” she says. De Beer, along with paediatric dietician Kath Megraw, has created a low-carb lifestyle plan for diabetics, which has resulted in The Low-Carb Solution for Diabetics. The book provides information on the best food choices for diabetics, as well as weekly meal ideas, lunchbox tips and more. FISH FILLETS “We used to love beer-battered fish and I really struggled to find a tasty, healthy alternative. This crust is nice and golden, and far better for Lucca’s blood sugar. It also works really well as fish fingers, which is a good thing because store-bought fish fingers make Lucca’s…

From the research, it seems clear that fitness is moving away from the “no pain, no gain” theory, towards a body-centred approach, where individuals are encouraged to listen to their body’s needs. We are also reminded that while gyms serve an important purpose, there is tremendous value to getting outside and exercising in nature. THE BIOKINETICIST: James Raaff James Raaff spent his early years as a gymnast, fuelled by the sense of flying. This drew him to multiple studies around health and movement, including pilates and integrative medicine. “There is more evidence for exercise being the No 1 feel-good thing to do more than anything else. It’s the doing that attracts me; I’m not driven by the result. When people are motivated by the results, they usually give up. It’s…

Uitkyk Wine Estate R44, Klapmuts, Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa 021 884 4416 www.uitkyk.co.za For something different this weekend, Uitkyk Estate offers beautiful, vintage-inspired picnics on the lawns of the old Manor House. Sip on the newly released wines, while enjoying a picnic basket of your choice. Baskets include items such as: French baguettes, Simonsberg cheese, smoked salmon trout roses, roast vegetable and feta tarts, Mediterranean salad in a jar, green fig preserve, seasonal fruit and decadent chocolate brownies. The Picnic Basket, which serves two, is priced at R450 and includes a choice of the following Uitkyk wines: Uitkyk Sauvignon Blanc, Uitkyk Chenin Blanc, Uitkyk Chardonnay, Uitkyk Shiraz and Uitkyk Pinotage. Children’s picnic packs are available on request for R55. There are hidden corners, ancient trees and expansive lawns on…

SWARGASHRAM – JUST SAYING THE WORD MAKES YOU FEEL AS IF YOU NEED TO WHISPER IT SLOWLY It started with an unease. Something inside me quietly niggled. This type of anxiety works much like a game of blindfolded pin-the-tail-on-the-donkey: the direction and source of this discontent can’t be pinpointed. That, in itself, causes angst. Angst on angst – a perfect cocktail of messy insecurity. However, it is in great chaos that great growth can happen. And India was whispering to me from a distance. This desire to visit the country wasn’t terribly original for me. I had watched the movie Eat, Pray, Love and read the book (twice). There is a scene where Julia Roberts’ character says to her friend (and I paraphrase): “I used to have a hunger for…

Oh, the irony. So here I sit, wanting to write a column for you on where to find your creativity, and I’m completely stuck. You see, as I write this I’m in Victoria, British Columbia, and other than a few short talks, I’m still all but on vacation. And there’s nothing that kills creativity like not being busy. Don’t get me wrong, I needed the break. So did you. But now I need to be off my break in order to get my creativity going. I’ve always felt that when it comes to getting creative, you first have to get busy. My wife Jasmine does this far better than I do. She carries a small notebook with her, and whenever we have a few minutes of downtime, out comes the…

ARE YOU A WINNER? All winners will be contacted by a representative of Longevity magazine to tell you what amazing prize you have won. winning letter TRICHOTILLOMANIA – WHAT IS THAT? I started pulling out my hair at the age of about 9 or 10. It had little or no effect on me at that stage, and I didn’t think anything of it. Getting married and having kids at a young age contributed to the continuous habit. Later a divorce and family disputes increased the tendency to pull out my hair. I felt my problems isolated me, and I didn’t cope well at all. I resorted to what calmed me. I have perpetuated this need for 25 years, and only about 10 years ago, I learnt the name of my…

IS YOUR THYROID LOW? Suffering from exhaustion, sleep disorders and weight problems is no way to live. Today many people have undiagnosed thyroid conditions. You may have had your thyroid checked and it came out as “normal”, or you may be on thyroid medication and still be suffering from the same symptoms. Either way, functional medicine doctors such as Dr Bridget Briggs can help us to understand what can affect our butterfly-shaped gland. MORE MEN ARE OPTING FOR AESTHETIC TREATMENTS While the men’s grooming category has traditionally been treated (both by brands and retailers alike) as an afterthought to women’s beauty, this has been changing over the years. It’s no surprise that more and more men are taking an interest in their personal appearance, says In-Cosmetics trends analyst Jamie Mills.…

IMMUNE-BOOSTER: A report, published in the Journal of Cell Biology, detailed the impact of horseradish consumption on the immune system of mice, discovering that it contributed to the effective destruction of antigens. It was also found to stimulate the production of leukocytes and phagocytes (important immune-supporting antibodies). NATURAL CURE: A product called Angocin Anti-Infekt N, containing both horseradish root and nasturtium, has been found by early research to reduce the symptoms of acute bronchitis, sinusitis and urinary tract infections as effectively as antibiotics, after one to two weeks of consumption. ANTI-CANCER PROPERTIES: A study, published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, 2005, discovered that horseradish has anti-cancer properties. A 60microgram/ mL concentration of horseradish inhibited the growth of colon, lung and stomach cancer cells by 28%, 17% and…

In the past decade, stress has been a buzzword in virtually every disease. However, conventional medicine has never offered a firm explanation and a protocol for its management. Furthermore, people struggle to achieve personal stress management goals, as it’s rarely considered a priority in a daily busy schedule. This is partially due to the fact that they are not educated about the dangerous consequences of stress. How alarming is this problem? Apart from numerous American statistics labelling stress as a leading cause of many modern epidemics, in my experience, 99% of my patients coming for various concerns rate their extreme stress level at nine and 10 on a 10-point scale. “Modern” stressors have evolved over the years, due to an increase in a “high-tech” lifestyle, Internet use and the pressure…

All the best for 2016. May it be filled with health and meaning. I also hope that you will choose to live by the motto “We are all farmers by proxy”, meaning that each time you eat, you choose your farmer and therefore your impact on the earth. For this column I would like to share a fascinating discussion I had with a friend recently, on sugar. We were not regurgitating past articles about this poison; rather, she was pointing out to me that as humans’ use of sugar has changed, both in type and quantity, so our dominant thought paradigm or consciousness has changed. Imagine the typical plant. We will start at the flower, which is the source of honey – which was the original sugar (sweetener). Humans consuming…

THE MANY FACES OF CREATIVITY: President of the South African Creativity Foundation, Dr Kobus Neethling (www.kobusneethling.co.za), who holds six degrees, including two Masters, a Doctorate and Post-Doctorate (cum laude) in the identification and development of creative behaviour, developed the internationally acclaimed 8-Dimension Brain Model. This model, hand-in-hand with his 4- and 8-Dimension Brain Instruments, illustrates that creativity has many faces and many flavours – not only the traditionally exotic, eccentric, long-haired, irresponsible and carefree image that has pervaded our view of the creative individual. The 4- and 8-Dimension Brain Instruments allow us to understand the different sections of the brain, the characteristics that are associated with these areas, and the fact that people have different preferences associated with these qualities. Individuals will find that while they have preferences for at…

AGING GRACEFULLY There is nothing graceful about aging with no help! Find yourself a skilled clinic that can do a scientific assessment and create a programme of rejuvenation that transforms your skin, but is respectful of your budget. Technology is amazing: laser, skin peels, micro-needling, lifting and tightening threads, injection lipolysis, dermal fillers, muscle relaxing injections… and so much more. It’s up to you to decide (with our help) what you would like to explore so you can look and feel your best. Aging gracefully means using what is available – cleverly and naturally! DR MEL LAMBRECHTS, THE CENTRE OF WELLNESS WWW.CENTREOFWELLNESS.CO.ZA  TEL: 011 783 8289 BOOST YOUR SKIN First thing your skin needs in the morning? A Boost! Introducing Elizabeth Arden SUPERSTART Skin Renewal Booster designed to…

Dr Marlene Wasserman, also known as Dr Eve, is a clinical sexologist and sex therapist, specialising in cyber infidelity and contemporary intimacies (www.dreve.co.za). She shares her view on the new trend of relationship anarchy: “Relationship anarchy is happening in your own backyard. You are breaking traditional relationship rules and creating your own designer types of relationships. You are creating a new set of behaviours and rules for yourself while still being dominated by old-fashioned ‘morality’, such as ‘Thou shall not commit adultery’. It leads to confusion, and confusion can lead to people acting out irresponsibly and getting hurt or hurting others. As in infidelity. “The term ‘relationship anarchy’ grabbed my attention when I first heard it from my colleague Meg-John Barker. Relationship anarchy is a lifestyle, a way of doing…

This miracle serum was conceived when a scientist at the Max Huber Research Labs discovered crystals forming by chance after a spatula was left in a beaker of Miracle Broth. Countless experiments followed to try to recreate the crystal phenomenon, which has finally resulted in Genaissance de La Mer. The Serum Essence combines this Crystal Miracle Broth with tree additional forms of Miracle Broth and the refined 24k gold-infused Genaissance Ferment to stop aging in its tracks. Lines and wrinkles are softened, your complexion appears more radiant, your pores visibly refined and your natural collagen enhanced. Loretta Miraglia, corporate senior vice-president for global brand product development and innovation, explains that while the Crystal Miracle Broth is at the core of the product, “Interestingly, the very surface of the sea, or…

WHAT YOUR TEETH SAY ABOUT YOUR HEALTH: Teeth can tell us a lot about your diet, which influences overall health. We can also often see when people have bulimia, acid reflux, drug-abuse problems, excessive fizzy cold-drink habits – the list goes on. The state of the tongue, gums and soft tissue of the mouth can often reveal underlying disease or health problems. Anything abnormal in the mouth, like sores or lumps, that don’t heal in two weeks should be checked by a dentist, as these can have more serious health implications. Unchecked tooth decay and gum disease can lead to abscesses and even bacteria entering the bloodstream, which can have a negative impact on the heart and other organs. In essence, oral disease can have a big impact on the…

ABOUT TYRONE WESSELS: Tyrone Wessels is a passionate health and fitness and karate enthusiast, a qualified personal trainer and a Power Yoga instructor with www.yogarenew.co.za. HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR BODY’S ABILITY TO RECOVER Few people have an issue when it comes to exerting energy, especially when they are feeling fresh. But how quickly does your body recover, ready for your next bout of fitness? NUTRITION – an all-too-obvious contributor to your energy balance. Eating is how you replenish your body’s chemical reserves and maintain its cellular functioning. Method to improvement: Seek the advice of a registered dietician and find a nutritional plan that suits your schedule and food preferences, and ultimately supplies your body with its requirements. DOWNTIME – primarily, when you are asleep and relaxing. Other times include eating…

LISTEN TO... FOR THE MEMORIES: Now That’s What I Call Legends contains 60 tracks of memories – from artists such as Freddie Mercury, Abba, Wham, Pet Shop Boys, U2, and more. Take a trip down nostalgia lane. FOR THE ICON: Released on his 69th birthday, just days before his surprising death, David Bowie’s Blackstar has been hailed as a bold final chapter to his iconic, and music-changing, career. The perfect curtain call for this talented performer. DVD PICK ... THE INTERN You are never too old to try something new, as Robert De Niro’s character finds out in The Intern. De Niro plays Ben Whittaker, a 70-year-old widower who discovers that retirement isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. He becomes a senior intern at an online fashion site, founded…

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1 EMOTIONS LONELINESS BRINGS ABOUT BIOLOGICAL CHANGES For decades, researchers have reported observing signs that lonely people’s immune systems work differently from those of others. Their white blood cells to be more active, which results in higher levels of chronic inflammation. This is a natural immune response that you usually experience when your body is healing wounds or bacterial infections. Chronic inflammation has been linked to everything from cancer to depression. Steve Cole, a genomics researcher at the University of California, recently led a study hoping to unveil why loneliness has the capability to change our body and result in disease. After tracking 141 people over a period of five years, measuring how lonely they felt and taking blood samples to track the activity of genes involved with immunity and…

THE THRILL IS BACK (SORT OF) The father of psychoanalysis, Sigmund Freud, once asked: “What does a woman want?” The pioneering sex researcher, Alfred Kinsey, puzzled over women’s desires. Well, lately, if online bloggers are to be believed, one possible answer to both is: “A version of men’s little blue pill to help ease sexual dysfunction!” There are no medications approved by the Food and Drug Administration to relieve hypoactive sexual desire disorder in women. HSDD is defined as a deficiency or absence of sexual fantasies and lack of sexual desire that triggers distress or relationship problems. Yet it affects about 33% of women, perhaps because of childbirth, emotional or hormonal problems, reactions to medications, medical conditions or procedures. Current treatment consists of a hit-or-miss collection of suggested lifestyle…

Q MY 50TH BIRTHDAY IS FAST APPROACHING, AND I’M NOT TAKING IT WELL. THE IDEA OF FACING MIDDLE AGE AND OF GROWING OLDER SCARES ME. I DON’T FEEL AS IF I HAVE LIVED MY LIFE TO THE FULL YET. THE PROSPECT OF HAVING TO SLOW DOWN, AND FACE THE FACT THAT, NO MATTER HOW HARD I TRY, I CAN’T STOP MY BODY FROM AGING, REALLY FRIGHTENS ME. I EAT HEALTHILY, I TRY TO EXERCISE AT LEAST THREE TIMES A WEEK, YET I KNOW THAT, IN A FEW YEARS, GRAVITY WILL TAKE ITS TOLL. I DON’T FEEL READY FOR ANY OF THIS! A Dr John Demartini: It is possible to slow down the accelerating signs of aging, both mentally and physically. It’s your choice whether you are a master of destiny…

Is the EEG safe? Yes, the EEG is purely a listening device. There are no electrical or magnetic fields generated. Can you be on this treatment and other medication? Since we are not medical practitioners, we recommend that clients inform their prescribing practitioner before embarking on the process. It is possible to undergo BO while medicated, but it can take longer for the brain to reach a relaxed state, so additional sessions may be required. In addition, it would be wise to be re-assessed by the prescribing practitioner after the sessions, as the need for medication should reduce as the brain becomes balanced and calm. Are there risks for people with specific problems - for example, epilepsy or bipolar disorder? Since all we do is use a technology-based relaxation tool…

“IT TAKES TWO PEOPLE TO HAVE AN AFFAIR, NOT JUST ONE.” It has been 12 years since I started investigating myself: my roots, my personal influences, the major experiences, my dreams, my results, my mind, my emotional world, my red buttons... At the same time, I started looking around for life examples and researching not only my life and my story, but also those of my clients while coaching them. What most amazed me were the vast learnings and influences I had inside me, and the way I have articulated some of them. I also realised that we are all looking for the same answers: we want to be a bit better, achieve our dreams, and live a life full of blessings and happiness, which, among other things, is a…

Dr Steven Lin, dentist and advocate of preventive health through nutrition and lifestyle advice, is a Board-accredited dentist trained at the University of Sydney (www.drstevenlin.com). He has a background in biomedical science, nutrition and fitness, and aims to help people to understand the relationship between their mouth, how to eat healthily, and their lives. He shares the following: A trip to the orthodontist to assess crooked teeth has become a standard procedure for growing children. And while for those who can afford it, modern braces provide an aesthetic solution for misaligned teeth, often the serious underlying health issues that are associated with malformed skeletal jaw growth are poorly understood. An understanding of the facial development deficiencies that result in crooked teeth, the link to the modern industrialised diet, and the…

Recently the United Nations officially named 2016 as The International Year of Pulses (IYP) at the Food and Agriculture Organisation in Rome, Italy. This is in light of the fact that over 800 million people globally are suffering from acute or chronic undernourishment and a rising tide of health concerns linked to poor diets. IYP 2016 aims to show the role that pulses have in global food security and nutrition. The belief is that this year will create a unique opportunity to produce more sustainable crops for South Africa, which is currently in the grip of a nationwide drought. Pulses are edible dried seeds of legume crops and include dried beans, dried peas, chickpeas and lentils. They are high in protein, fibre, vitamins and amino acids. They are also hearty…

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