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Feb 7th, 2012 by team
Care for some dental bling
Feb 6th, 2012 by team
London – Something really strange took place in 2011. Out there on Planet Showbiz, on the wilder shores by the Land of Fame, something very, very weird happened to celebrity teeth. Like Pinocchio’s nose, Jack’s beanstalk and the euro crisis, they kept getting bigger and bigger and bigger and bigger. From Christine Bleakley to Coleen Rooney; from the entire cast of The Only Way Is Essex, to Desperate Scousewives and any other reality show you care to mention.
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There’s also Sharon Osbourne, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Simon Cowell and Kate Beckinsale to the shiny pairs of Posh & Becks, X Factor judges Tulisa and Kelly Rowland, and reality stars Chantelle and Alex Reid and many more. Each and every one of them with the kind of pimped-up, piranha-toothed, white-out dazzler of a grin that is the stuff of nightmares. What is going on? Obviously, a little bit of cosmetic dentistry is nothing new. The pearlescent, day-glo delights of the average Hollywood smile have been with us for a while. A little tweak here, a little judicious filing there and ting! Starlets’ gnashers were shown at their very best.
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Yet when did it become de rigueur, even covetable, for celebrity teeth to become so downright huge? So white? Not to mention so uniform and unnatural-looking? We are now in the age of the molar ice cap, where great curves of 
snow-white plastic teeth are the order of the day. Today, slebs just love to have upper and lower horseshoes of monumental, blinging clackers packed so tightly into the gums that they can barely shut their mouths properly. In this, the year of the veneer, teeth have become over-bleached, over-laminated, oversized and have taken root over here.
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The slavish pursuit of a kind of highly unnatural dental flawlessness is what everyone – from reality wannabe to WAG to movie star – seems to want. That might be a worthwhile dental aim – if the end results weren’t quite so extreme and freakish. Any charming or natural little dental imperfections are bulldozed out, replaced by a barrage of crowns, caps, veneers – where they are literally laminated with porcelain or plastic covers – bleaches and holy molar bling. What in the name of horsey smiles has happened? “l’ll tell you what has happened. They asked for a Hollywood smile – but they got a Goodwood smile instead,” sighs dentist Harry Shiers, suggesting most of this crowd end up looking more like winners in the 3.15 handicap than elegant stars. And he should know.
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Mr Shiers has run an eponymous Central London dental clinic for 15 years, where he specialises in aesthetic implant and reconstructive dentistry. Over time, his work has involved reconstructive dental surgery for those suffering from mouth cancer or who have, for example, been in car accidents. With his more day-to-day patients he performs the kind of cosmetic procedures that have indeed become popular with celebrities – but with one big difference. “Of course it is good to improve teeth and make them look better – but in a natural, not an unnatural way,” says Harry Shiers. “My thing is to try to do cosmetic work that does not jump out at you.”
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Many experts like him despair of a new generation of opportunistic dentists who set up flashy websites promising white-out Hollywood smiles to clients – even if the laminating procedure that produces them might not be advisable. Yet so many people get swallowed up in celebrity culture – whether they are celebrities or not – and convince themselves that they need a particular look, that anyone with the most basic dental training can now find clients willing to pay for a royal flush of veneers. The problem, some experts believe, is that as cosmetic dentistry becomes more extreme and more people want it done, it will lead to dental problems in the future.
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For teeth are not designed for dentistry, intensive or otherwise. They are designed so that we can eat. Sometimes, with disease, dentists can do clever things. And sometimes dentists can do things minimally that are quite clever. However, trying to impose a totally new appearance to teeth without harming them in some way is impossible. If you want to 
make them bigger or whiter or brighter you have to file some of the tooth away in order to accommodate the veneer you are sticking on. As Harry Shiers says: “Underneath the hard stuff is living tissue. You can only drill a tooth so many times before you compromise its vitality. Eventually, they start breaking or cracking. You are asking them to do something they are not meant to do. And if you are being invasive, there might well be a price to pay later.”
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Well, try telling that to the cast of The Only Way Is Essex, who are among the worst offenders in the all-blinging tooth brigade. As they frequently tell each other on their show, looking nice costs money. – Daily Mail
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http://www.iol.co.za/lifestyle/style/beauty/care-for-some-dental-bling-1.1207807
The weekend is here!
Feb 3rd, 2012 by team
Entertainment for the weekend!
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Up The Creek Music Festival
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When: Thursday, 02 February 2012 to Sunday, 05 February 2012
Where: Swellendam
Where: Swellendam
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Up The Creek Music Festival
One river, three stages, more than 30 live music and comedy acts and 2000 festival goers with a passion for some of South Africa’s best music in common – get yourself ready for Up the Creek 2012.
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The 2012 line up will include: Kongos, aKing, Akkedis, Black Cat Bones, Blues Broers, Cameron Bruce, City Bowl Mizers, Fox Comet, The Great Apes, Holiday Murray, Hot Water, Karen Zoid, Louwtjie Rothman, Machineri, No One’s Arc, Piet Botha, Taxi Violence, Wrestlerish, Jeremy Loops, Luna Paige, Shadowclub, Sterling EQ, Andra, Peachy Keen, AC/DC Tribute, Southern Gypsey Queen. In 2012, we will bring you the same of what worked last year and more: Food vendors offering delicious festival faire, coffee maestros, more stalls and bars throughout the festival. If you are travelling with kids, rest assured that they will be supervised and catered for with kiddie-friendly activities at the designated kid’s area, including a jumping castle.
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The festival ground is also kitted out with a medical tent with trained personnel, while lifeguards at the riverside will keep tans in check and of course their eyes wide open..
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ANYTHING THAT FLOATS…
Lobster lilos, Indian canoes, floating bars and human tube chains are making a comeback in 2012. Following the splashing, singing, howling success of the debut of the Anything That Floats competition in 2010, we’ve decided to stir up in the refreshing water of the Breede river once again.
After spotting a jolly good pair of sailors floating down the river in a bathtub we might, however, have seen it all…or have we? Participants are encouraged to think outside of their beach gear boxes in order to stand a chance to win incredible prizes. At this stage, categories include anything from the best design and most floatable contraption to the most luxurious device on the Breede river.
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Contact
To buy your tickets, or for any enquiries, phone Ann Sowden on +27 (0)21 510-0547
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The Nutcracker on Ice
Pieter Toerien presents The Imperial Ice Stars in their brand new ice ballet The Nutcracker on Ice. Composer – Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
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Featuring all of the magical music and colourful characters that are enjoyed around the world, with the added breath-taking excitement of Olympic-standard ice-skating! Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy, Waltz of the Flowers, The Nutcracker March, Clara, Fritz, The Prince, Harlequin, Columbine, Solider, Nutcracker, Mice, Owl, Snowflakes and Fairies.
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More than two million people across five continents have been swept to their feet by The Imperial Ice Stars` adrenaline-infused performances. And now South African audiences can experience the glittering magic of one of the world`s best-loved ballets performed on ice in the comfort and intimacy of the Artscape Opera House. The Nutcracker on Ice will be as athletic, as astounding, as adept, as beautiful and as enchanting as the last shows, with all the playfulness and intrigue of the original story brought to life in a way not seen before in South Africa.
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Show times:
Tuesday to Friday at 7:30pm
Saturday at 2:30pm and 7:30pm
Sunday at 2pm and 6pm
Cost: R100 – R380 per person
Artscape Theatre Centre
t: 021 410 9838 e: artscape@artscape.co.za w: www.artscape.co.za a: DF Malan Street
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SPORT
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Blitzbokke hold off England
2012-02-03 10:08
 Mark Richards (File)
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Wellington – South Africa charged into the cup quarter-finals at the World Sevens Series leg in Wellington, New Zealand, after going unbeaten in the pool stages on Friday. The Blitzbokke got off to a flawless start, with a 21-0 victory over the United States and a 43-0 thumping of Cook Islands. Against their strongest challenger in Pool B, the South Africans hit back in the second half to secure a 14-10 win over England...
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Trailing 5-0 at half-time, Mark Richards dotted down a minute after the break and Branco du Preez converted to give the Blitzbokke the lead. Du Preez crossed the line midway through the second period, and converted his own try, to extend the gap. Greg Barden scored in the dying stages, but a second missed conversion saw England settle for second place in the group. Last year’s IRB Sevens Player of the Year, Cecil Afrika, scored a brace against the US and another try against Cook Islands, but was rested with regular captain Kyle Brown for the game against England.
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South Africa’s coach, Paul Treu, said he was pleased with the team’s overall performance. “We started a bit slow against the US, got our into our rhythm against the Cook Islands and played a good structured match against a strong England side,” Treu said. “While I’m happy that we managed to win all three of our pool matches, we all know that what really counts is how well you play on day two. “Cecil and Kyle each played two hard matches and we thought it would be in the best interest of the team to rest them against England.”
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South Africa, lying third in the series standings after the first three legs, face log leaders Fiji in the cup quarter-finals on Saturday. Treu said his team would focus on achieving their own targets on day two. “We have our goals and will focus on those instead of other things,” he said. “Hopefully we will be able to keep the momentum from the start on Saturday.”
Have a wonderful, sunny weekend!
From the MyTeeth Team
Dental Health Experts At Nationwide Children’s Hospital Remind Parents About Scheduling Toddlers For Dental Visits
Feb 1st, 2012 by team
While infants under 12 months old may only have a few teeth, experts say they should been seen by a dentist within the first year of life. The American
Academy of Pediatric Dentistry’s revised guidelines on infant oral health recommend infants 6 to 12 months old should to be seen by a dentist. More than 40 percent of children have tooth decay by the time they reach kindergarten. In order to help prevent tooth decay, dental experts at Nationwide Children’s Hospital are reminding parents to schedule dental appointments for their toddlers.
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Studies have shown that if children experience tooth decay in their baby teeth, they are more likely to develop tooth decay in their permanent teeth. By bringing their child to a dentist at an early age, parents learn about the structure of the child’s mouth, preventative information on infant oral health and introduce their toddlers to the act of brushing their teeth. ”Infant oral health is the foundation for preventing future tooth decay,” said Paul Casamassimo, DDS, MS, chief of Dentistry at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. “If a child experiences tooth decay at an early age, it is a very difficult process to stop. The purpose of this initial visit is not only to introduce these toddlers to visiting the dentist, but also to provide preventative information to prevent tooth decay.”
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The Dental Clinic at Nationwide Children’s sees about 35,000 patients and many of these patients under the age of 3. Dr. Casamassimo and his team formed a Baby Dental Clinic in the early 90s for toddlers from birth to 3-years-old. As one of the first baby dental clinics in the country, this clinic has proven to be successful in helping educate families on infant oral health. ”By establishing the relationship between family and dentist, parents learn early on how to take care of their toddler’s teeth,” said Dr. Casamassimo, also professor of Pediatric Dentistry at The Ohio State University College of Dentistry. “Taking a proactive approach to infant oral care can make a difference that will last a life time.”
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For parents of a toddler, here are a few tips for taking care of a toddler’s teeth:
- Move your toddler off the bottle as soon as possible. By no later than one year, toddlers should be drinking liquids from some form of a cup
- When your toddler’s teeth start coming in, start brushing their teeth to get them used to the idea of brushing
- Confine sugar intake to mealtime. Experts suggest sugared-sweetened beverages should not be consumed throughout the day
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During a toddler’s first dental visit, parents can expect to meet with a dental hygienist and a dentist. Normally seated in a parent-assisted position (knee-to-knee), the hygienist or dentist will do a brief examination of the toddler’s mouth; they are examining the oral structure of the mouth while also introducing the toddler to the feeling of a toothbrush. After the examination, parents will learn about dental and oral development, fluoride adequacy, teething, non-nutritive habits, injury prevention, dietary information and oral hygiene instructions. The hygienist or dentist will also explain future age-specific needs and dental milestones including scheduling the next appointment.
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Shortage of dentists raises risk of cancer
Jan 30th, 2012 by team
South Africans are increasingly exposed to the risks of mouth and throat cancer because of a chronic shortage of dentists.
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According to the South African Dental Association, there are possibly fewer than 3500 practising dentists in the country. ”Your oral cavity is never examined unless you go to a dentist,” said Professor André van Zyl, of the School of Dentistry at the University of Pretoria. He was speaking at a press briefing in Cape Town yesterday to highlight the increased risks of developing mouth and throat cancer through smoking cannabis and using hubbly-bubbly or hookah pipes. Last year, the dental association warned that the human papilloma virus (HPV) might cause throat cancer. Having several oral sex partners would also increase the risk of picking up the virus.
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But because many South Africans either cannot afford or do not have access to a dentist, their chances of detecting mouth and throat cancer before it is too late are very slim. The Department of Health’s human resources strategic plan, published in October, reported that there were 5.63 dentists per 10000 people who can access private dental care in this country, compared with 0.2 dentists per 10000 South Africans in the public sector – or one dentist in the public sector for every 500000 people. In Brazil, there are 11.56 dentists for every 100000 people. According to the plan, about 265 dental students are admitted to the four universities that offer dentistry a year.The plan predicts that, by 2014, the country will need 401 more dentists to meet the current public sector dentist-to-population ratio.
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Acting CEO and registrar of the Health Professions Council of SA, Dr Kgosi Letlape, said there was “definitely a shortage” of dental practitioners. ”South African dentists are sought after all over the world because of the high standard of dentists in this country.” According to the association, payouts to dentists over the past five years have dropped from 8.8% of the total payout bill to 2.2%. Medical schemes have been criticised for adjusting their benefit structures and paying less for dental procedures when they publish their annual premiums at the end of each year. These adjustments have been said to catch members unawares, leaving them with no choice but to pay dental bills out of their own pocket.
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Dr Monwabisi Gantsho, CEO and registrar of the Council for Medical Schemes, was unavailable for comment. Van Zyl said dental care had never been regarded as an important part of healthcare in South Africa. But he said this could change with the introduction of the national health insurance, which highlights the importance of oral health. On the dangers of oral cancer, Van Zyl said cannabis affected the immune system. ”In those who had smoked at least one joint a day for five or more years, a more than 11-fold increase in the risk for developing HPV-positive cancer was seen,” said Van Zyl. Hubbly-bubbly smokers have a higher risk of contracting mouth and throat cancer because in one pipe-smoking session they can “inhale the equivalent of 100 cigarettes”.
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http://www.timeslive.co.za/local/2012/01/24/shortage-of-dentists-raises-risk-of-cancer
Dried Licorice Root Fights The Bacteria That Cause Tooth Decay And Gum Disease
Jan 27th, 2012 by team
Scientists are reporting identification of two substances in licorice – used extensively in Chinese traditional medicine – that kill the major bacteria responsible for tooth decay and gum disease, the leading causes of tooth loss in children and adults. In a study in ACS’ Journal of Natural Products, they say that these substances could have a role in treating and preventing tooth decay and gum disease.
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Stefan Gafner and colleagues explain that the dried root of the licorice plant is a common treatment in Chinese traditional medicine, especially as a
way to enhance the activity of other herbal ingredients or as a flavoring. Despite the popularity of licorice candy in the U.S., licorice root has been replaced in domestic candy with anise oil, which has a similar flavor. Traditional medical practitioners use dried licorice root to treat various ailments,such as respiratory and digestive problems, but few modern scientific studies address whether licorice really works. (Consumers should check with their health care provider before taking licorice root because it can have undesirable effects and interactions with prescription drugs.) To test whether the sweet root could combat the bacteria that cause gum disease and cavities, the researchers took a closer look at various substances in licorice.
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They found that two of the licorice compounds, licoricidin and licorisoflavan A, were the most effective antibacterial substances. These substances killed two of the major bacteria responsible for dental cavities and two of the bacteria that promote gum disease. One of the compounds – licoricidin – also killed a third gum disease bacterium. The researchers say that these substances could treat or even prevent oral infections.
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The American Chemical Society is a non-profit organization chartered by the U.S. Congress. With more than 163,000 members, ACS is the world’s largest scientific society and a global leader in providing access to chemistry-related research through its multiple databases, peer-reviewed journals and scientific conferences. Its main offices are in Washington, D.C., and Columbus, Ohio.
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Dentistry diminish profession in SA
Jan 25th, 2012 by team
Dental practices in South Africa are going bankrupt and fewer people are entering the profession, the SA Dental Association (SADA) said on Friday. “In the context of the current economy and the pressure brought about by medical schemes which are not providing adequate cover for essential dental procedures, the man in the street is placing dentistry low on the list of essential needs,” said SADA chief executive Maretha Smit.
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She said payouts from medical schemes to dentistry had been reduced from 8.4 percent in the late 90s to 2.2 percent last year. Chief Dental Officer at SADA, Jeff Michelson, said dentists were forced to choose between affluent patients who could afford to pay fees that would bring an acceptable profit, or to lower standards, use inferior material and offer substandard service to their clients. Smit said the way in which reality television was portraying dentistry was distorted.
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“We are gravely concerned about media reports that South African dentists are smiling because of the profits they are making.” She said the public had to be made aware that the dentistry profession was under threat. “Unless the crisis in dentistry is addressed soon there will be no smiles from anyone around and the question will be whatever happened to the tooth fairy.” – Sapa
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Take the Quiz
Jan 23rd, 2012 by Francois Burger
Regular Dental Visits and a scrupulous home hygiene program can keep your breath fresh and your smile sweet. How’s your D.I.Q? (Dental Intelligence Quotient). Take a Quiz and find out…
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Hover over the picture to view the answer.
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1) The following people are good candidates for dental implants:
a) People between the ages of 18-90
b) People that smoke
c) People that grind their teeth
d) All of the above
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2) The main reason why we get cavities:
a) Eating too many sweets
b) Not enough brushing and flossing
c) Too much acid formation on our teeth
d) Not enough fluoride
e) Genetically ‘weak’ teeth
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3) The one thing we can do to prevent bad breath :
a) To eat less sweets
b) To brush for more than 2 minutes
c) To brush our tongue after our usual brushing routine
d) To stop smoking
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4)What food is the best to eat to prevent cavities?
a) Cheese
b) Cauliflower
c) Potatoes
d) Red Meat
e) Jelly tots
Weekend News!
Jan 20th, 2012 by team
What a week! But we survived the heat…and it’s going to continue to be a nice hot weekend!
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Cricket news:
The Proteas will face Sri Lanka for the 4th One Day Game in Kimberley on Friday, January 20th as well as the 5th and final One Day game that will take place in the Bidvest Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg on Sunday, January 22nd.
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AB a Proud Captain – Posted by: CSA on Wednesday, 18 January 2012
| AB de Villiers has lauded his troops after their series clinching four-run (D/L) victory over Sri Lanka in the third Sunfoil ODI at Chevrolet Park in Bloemfontein on Tuesday evening. This is de Villiers’ maiden series win as the Proteas captain, an achievement characterised by the experimentation in the batting order, adaptability to the diverse conditions and spectacular contributions in the field. “I’m really proud of the boys for winning the series,” said de Villiers. “We took it one game at a time and we played some really good cricket over the last week. I would like to think that we are going to keep playing this type of cricket for the next two games and take it off to New Zealand. .. The selectors’ visionary planning has given the Proteas’ brains trust the leverage to try out certain combinations and players in the pool of identified players, ahead of a busy year in the limited overs arena. “We showed a lot of maturity, there are a lot of young guys that have come in and they showed a lot of experience and maturity in the way that they have played. I’m proud of the guys, we didn’t expect that (3-nil) but I’m very happy with the performances.”
. The focus for the Proteas is still on a 5-nil series sweep as the series moves to Kimberley and Johannesburg for the final two matches. A clean sweep would be the ideal confidence boost for the One-Day outfit, who will have achieved an outstanding result, without some regular big names in the line-up. . “The focus for us is on the next game. 4-nil is the first goal, we will take it one step at a time and try to focus and to make sure we play the basics really well. It’s important to start from step one and to take it through from then on. “We go to Kimberley, those are new conditions and once again we will assess the wickets and go from there. 4-nil would be great and then we’ll look at Wanderers from there.” . Notes: Practice Information in Kimberley and Johannesburg . The Proteas will have a practice session at the De Beers Diamond Oval on Thursday January 19 from 09h30 until 12h30. Gary Kirsten will hold a press conference after the practice at approximately 12h30. Leading members of the South African cricket team will show their support for the International Cricket Council (ICC)’s Think Wise partnership on Thursday 19 January when they will meet children orphaned and made vulnerable by AIDS. This will take place from 12h00 until 13h00 at the De Beers Diamond Oval. . The squad will travel to Johannesburg for the final Sunfoil ODI on Saturday January 21. There will be no practice on Saturday, however there will be a media opportunity at the team hotel at a venue and time to be confirmed. . |
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Entertainment
Menopause the Musical
Touch, Meno (pause), hot flush!
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This hilarious comedy musical which pokes fun at menopause and the wacky behavior it produces will be on show at Theatre on the Bay from Friday 20th January to Saturday the 18th February.
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Set in Bloomingdale`s department store, where four women with seemingly nothing in common but a black lace bra and memory loss, hot flashes, night sweats, not enough sex, too much sex and more! This joyful musical parody set to 26 classic baby-boomer songs from “Puff, My God I`m Draggin” to the disco favourite “Stayin Awake, Stayin Awake” will have you cheering and dancing in the aisles.
Tickets: R120p/p –R240p/p
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The show is on Fridays, Saturdays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays at 8.15pm | Saturday has two shows; 3pm and 8:15pm
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Have a great Weekend!
Foods that look like body parts – they’re good for you
Jan 18th, 2012 by team
Every child has heard the healthy-eating mantra “You are what you eat.” But there may be a closer resemblance between good-for-you grub and your body than you thought. We found 10 foods that mirror the body parts they provide nutrients for—for example, brain-boosting walnuts actually look like a brain. Coincidence? Maybe. Though these healthy foods are beneficial to the whole body, the list below is a fun reminder of what to eat to target specific areas.
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1. Carrot: Eye
Slice a carrot in half crosswise and it’s easy to see that the veggie resembles an eye—look closely and you’ll even notice a pattern of radiating lines that mimic the pupil and iris. And the old wives’ tale is true: Munching on carrots will actually promote healthy eyes. “Carrots are filled with vitamins and antioxidants, like beta-carotene, that decrease the chance of macular degeneration, the leading cause of vision loss in older people,” says Sasson Moulavi, MD, medical director of Smart for Life Weight Management Centers in Boca Raton, Florida. Photos by iStockphoto
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2. Walnut: Brain
The folds and wrinkles of a walnut bring to mind another human organ: the brain. The shape of the nut even approximates the body part, looking like it has left and right hemispheres. And it’s no surprise walnuts are nicknamed “brain food”—according to Lisa Avellino, dietitian for Focus28 Diet, “they have a very high content of omega-3 fatty acids, which help support brain function.” Photos by iStockphoto
3. Celery: Bone
Long, lean stalks of celery look just like bones—and they’re good for them, too. “Celery is a great source of silicon, which is part of the molecular structure that gives bones their strength,” says Dr. Moulavi. Another funny bone coincidence: “Bones are 23 percent sodium, and so is celery,” reports Avellino. Photos by iStockphoto
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4. Avocado: Uterus
The lightbulb shape of an avocado looks like a uterus, and it supports reproductive health as well. “Avocados are a good source of folic acid,” says Elizabeth Somer, registered dietician and author of Eat Your Way to Happiness. “Folate has been found to reduce the risk for cervical dysplasia, which is a precancerous condition.” Photos by iStockphoto and Shutterstock
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5. Clams: Testicles
Studies have offered evidence that clams, which bear a resemblance to testicles, are actually good for the male sex organs. “Research from the Netherlands has suggested that supplementing your diet with folic acid and zinc—both of which clams are high in––can have a significant effect on improving semen quality in men,” says Dr. Moulavi. Photos by Shutterstock and 3D Clinic
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6. Grapefruit: Breast
The similarity between round citrus fruits––like lemons and grapefruit––and breasts may be more than coincidental. “Grapefruit contains substances called limonoids, which have been shown to inhibit the development of cancer in lab animals and in human breast cells,” says Dr. Moulavi. Photos by iStockphoto and 3D4Medical.com
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7. Tomato: Heart
Slice open a tomato and you’ll notice the red veggie has multiple chambers that resemble the structure of a heart. “Studies have found that because of the lycopene in tomatoes, there is a reduced risk for heart disease in men and women who eat them,” says Somer. And, she adds, if you mix them with a little fat, like olive oil or avocado, it will boost your body’s lycopene absorption nearly tenfold. Photos by iStockphoto and 3D Clinic
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8. Red Wine: Blood
Red wine, which is rich in antioxidants and polyphenols, including powerful resveratrol, looks like blood. “When you drink it, you’re really loading up on the healthy stuff that protects against destructive things in the blood, like LDL cholesterol, which can cause heart disease,” says Somer. “There’s also a blood-thinning compound in red wine, so it reduces blood clots, which are associated with stroke and heart disease.” Photos by iStockphoto
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9. Ginger: Stomach
Anyone who’s ever reached for a glass of ginger ale when they’ve had a stomachache knows about the antinausea effects of ginger. So it’s fitting that the herb somewhat resembles the digestive organ. According to Dr. Moulavi, “gingerol, which is the ingredient responsible for ginger’s pungent scent and taste, is listed in the USDA database of phytochemicals as having the ability to prevent nausea and vomiting.” Photos by iStockphoto
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10. Sweet Potatoes: Pancreas
The oblong sweet potato bears a strong resemblance to the pancreas, and also promotes healthy function in the organ. “Sweet potatoes are high in beta-carotene, which is a potent antioxidant that protects all tissues of the body, including the pancreas, from damage associated with cancer or aging,” says Somer. Photos by Shutterstock
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Read more: Food Nutrition Facts – Healthy Living Tips at WomansDay.com – Woman’s Day
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