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Fallen Prices

On Special is about the only time you get a whiff of lower prices these days and tomorrow they bounce back to where they were and sometimes even higher. What Healthmakers has done is unprecedented in these times. Yes Fallen Prices is true! And No, these are not Special Prices that will bounce back tomorrow. BUT, with no control over the Rand/$ exchange... [Read more of this review]

Healthmakers in the Snow

The unusually bitter cold in Utrecht this 2011 winter finally crescendoed into snow last night. We expected this morning to offer little more than some cold slush but were pleasantly surprised to see huge flakes floating quietly and gently down from the light grey sky. Since the taxi’s were not running, half our employees never made it to work... [Read more of this review]

Winter Illness

Winter colds and flu – the choice we have and the choices we make. With so many employees off work over the past month as we hit the winter of winters I started thinking of the choices people have when a cold or flu sets in. The ones with medical aid often run themselves and their family off to the doctor at the first sign of a cough, cold, temperature,... [Read more of this review]

Evaluating Super Blender Horsepower Performance

Healthmakers receives numerous enquiries regarding the difference in power between the Super Blenders that we sell. The Vitamix blender has always had a 2 Hp motor that in my opinion has always performed above expectations. Competitor products such as the Hi-Blend / Omniblend and Blendtec have endeavoured to outsmart Vita-Mix by manufacturing their... [Read more of this review]

Vitamix vs Hi-Blend / Omniblend – Colleen’s Opinion

Message from Colleen (Managing Partner at Healthmakers) I went from a standard blender to the powerful might of the Vitamix Total Nutrition Center in 1995. Healthmakers became the agent for Vita-Mix Corp. in that same year and traded with the TNC (Total Nutrition Center) as the sole product of the Company, giving demonstrations all over the country.... [Read more of this review]

Growing Sprouts -Overcoming Problems

THIS IS A GREAT LITTLE SPROUTER! The thing about sprouting it seems, is that it comes easy for some and is really difficult for others, pretty much like caring for plants does. The bottom line is that sprouts ARE little plants and require the same growing conditions as all other young plants. 1st and formost the seed needs to be fresh – then... [Read more of this review]

Earth Hour 2011 and how you can be a part of 60+

Saturday 26 March at 8:30pm is the day and time we all give a little back to Mother Earth. Its Earth Hour 2011 and by switching off the lights for one hour in the evening you will be joining in the worldwide symbolic gesture to pledge your commitment to combating climate change (last year the ‘hour’ became the planet’s largest voluntary... [Read more of this review]

Sharing “Whats On” – An interview with Serna Kramer on Radio 702

What can Happen when it’s on “What’s On”   How life weaves it’s way is quite fascinating. Healthmakers itself was funded from the profits earned through an article written about Colleen Thornhill and published in the Sunday Times magazine in July 1995. Today, Healthmakers’ returns the favour with Free promotion of Healthy... [Read more of this review]

Go Green on Paddy’s Day

St Patrick’s day came and went in my world without much recognition until my daughter Tammy came back to South Africa to join Healthmakers, after a 10 year stint in Ireland. So this year we will see how St Patrick’s day can be celebrated in a small and healthful way on this great big island of Africa. The original reason for celebrating... [Read more of this review]

Choose BPA-Free Drinking Bottles

Take note of the dangers of BPA What is BPA? It is a chemical known as Bisphenol A (BPA) Because I do not drink carbonated drinks, and I’m not that fond of bottled and canned fruit juices, because they are high in sugar and have been cooked and pasteurised, I always carry water with me. As I am reasonably fussy about the water I drink, preferring... [Read more of this review]

Baobab Fruit Powder

We always hear about the exotic superfoods from distant shores but tend to forget that we also live in an exotic place called Africa with amazing superfoods. Baobab fruit powder can certainly join the list of Superfoods, being exceptionally rich in antioxidants and essential minerals. What Is Baobab Fruit Powder? The powder is found in the pod of... [Read more of this review]

JHB – INTRODUCTION TO RAW FOOD PREPARATION

Title: JHB - INTRODUCTION TO RAW FOOD PREPARATION Location: Rasa Cafe, Garsfontein Rd, near Woodlands Boulevard Description: Keith McFarlane, one of SA’s leading authorities on rebounding will show you how to maximize your cellular potential and boost your energy for optimum health, fitness and wellbeing To Book your place, contact Serna 082 579... [Read more of this review]

Where is the Green in this Smoothie

Where is the Green in this ‘Green Smoothie’? Michael is the Smoothie artist in our home. Saturday’s smoothie was SO special that I begged him to remember what he put into it and to write it down. Our smoothies are not only packed with superfoods, yummy fruit, nuts, seeds, healthy oils and loads of greens, they are mostly delicious... [Read more of this review]

Why Coke makes you smile?

Coca Cola Have you ever wondered why Coke comes with a smile? It’s because it gets you high. They took the cocaine out almost a hundred years ago. You know why? It was redundant. In The First 10 minutes: 10 teaspoons of sugar hit your system. (100% of your recommended daily intake.) You don’t immediately vomit from the overwhelming sweetness because... [Read more of this review]

CPT – RAW food preparation class of BREAKFAST, LUNCH AND DINNER

Title: RAW food preparation class of BREAKFAST, LUNCH AND DINNERLocation: Janis Lane Home No 1 Shiraz Estate, Kloof Street, Riebeek KasteelLink out: Click hereDescription: Rolene (RAWlean) has transformed her eating lifestyle with a positive approach that has enabled her to successfully lose 39 kilos and heal her body from Breast Cancer by changing... [Read more of this review]

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