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Kid friendly ways to boost fibre in the diet
Let’s talk about something super important for our children – dietary fibre. We know it might sound a bit scientific, but trust us, it’s like magic for their little bodies. Fibre does all sorts of amazing things. It helps keep those sugar levels steady after meals, keeps things moving smoothly in their tummies (yep, we’re talking about good bathroom trips!), and even plays around with how their bodies deal with fats and cholesterol. And it does wonders for the friendly bacteria in their bellies – they love it! We’ve heard a lot about how fibre is great for grown-ups, helping with weight, heart health, and even reducing the risk of certain cancers. But what about our kids? Well, it seems like fibre is their friend too. It helps prevent things like constipation, obesity, and even diabetes as they grow up. Now onto the practical stuff. How can we make sure our little ones are getting enough fibre? Easy peasy! When they start to munch on more than just milk, it’s a good idea to gradually introduce foods with fibre. By the time they hit their first birthday, aiming for around 5 grams of fibre per day is a sweet spot. When they’re 2 years and older, there’s this handy guideline called the “age plus 5 rule”. Basically, it means aiming for about 6 grams of fibre each day for 1-year-olds, 7 grams for 2-year-olds, and 8 grams for 3-year-olds. It might sound a bit technical but think of it as a fibre roadmap for their tummies. As they grow, a bit more fibre helps keep things running smoothly. As they step into each new year, just add that extra little bit of fibre. Consider swapping regular bread for whole grain or digging into whole grain cereals like bran or oats. When pasta or rice is on the menu, go for the whole grain versions – they’re not only tastier but also better for them. And if you’re whipping up some treats in the kitchen, try using wholemeal flour and adding some fruits – they’ll gobble it up! Veggies and fruits are full of fibre. Encourage them to munch on those, and whenever possible, keep the skins on – it adds more fibre goodness. You can even sneak in legumes like beans and lentils into soups and casseroles – they’re fibre-packed too. Even their favourite dishes, like spaghetti Bolognese, can get a fibre boost with some kidney beans. Now let’s chat about water. It’s fibre’s best friend. If they’re getting more fibre in their diet, make sure they’re sipping on enough water too, around 4 to 6 cups a day – aim for about 1 to 1,5l. Oh, and don’t forget to get them moving! Around an hour of fun exercise each day, like walking, will keep everything flowing smoothly. And finally, no rushing in the bathroom. Give them enough time to do their business – there’s no need to hurry. So, there you have it. Enjoy those whole grains, fruits, and veggies, and treat their bodies right with water and movement. Happy tummies all around!
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Budget friendly LCHF: Eating healthy without breaking the bank
If you’ve been exploring the LCHF diet, you know it can be a total game-changer for your eating habits. But let’s be real, it can also be a bit of a challenge, especially when it comes to the costs involved. Groceries are already putting a dent in our wallets, and the thought of adding more specialty ingredients and pricey supermarket trips might seem daunting. But fear not, because we’ve got some nifty tips to help you enjoy the keto lifestyle without burning a hole in your pocket. Ready? Let’s dive in: Say goodbye to expensive packaged foods. Those LCHF ice creams and snacks might look tempting, but they can add up fast. Instead, prioritize whole foods and treat yourself to those fancy options occasionally. Buying in bulk is your money-saving superhero. Look for nuts, seeds, and shredded coconut in bulk containers at most stores. And don’t forget that cooking oils can be purchased in large quantities online or at discount stores. Just make sure you buy healthy olive oil, not sunflower or flaxseed oil! Veggies are the unsung heroes of the LCHF world, so don’t forget to give them some love. Some might be carb-filled, but they’re essential for a well-rounded diet. Load up your plate with LCHF-approved vegetables and enjoy the benefits. Planning is key! Before you hit the store, plan your meals ahead of time. This will save you from impulsive purchases and expensive take-out orders. Pro tip: Prep some boiled eggs and shredded chicken in advance to stay on track all week long. Frozen fruits and veggies to the rescue! They’re not only keto-friendly but also more affordable than their fresh counterparts. Plus, they stay fresh for longer, so no more wasted produce. Let’s talk about protein on a budget. Eggs are a superstar – they’re cheap and versatile, perfect for keto meals. You can also save money by buying cooked whole chickens and using or freezing all parts. Cheaper cuts of meat like pork, beef sirloin, ground chuck, and chicken thighs are great options too. Now, here’s your ultimate wallet-friendly grocery list for a LCHF-friendly feast: Meats: eggs, canned tuna, whole (free-range) chickens, pork chops, bulk ground meats, discounted fresh meats. Remember that meat can last while in the deep freezer, so don’t be afraid Proteins: canned tuna, cottage cheese, plain full-fat yoghurt HEALTHY fats: Grab those bulk amounts of shredded coconut, walnuts, almonds, pecans, sunflower seeds, hemp hearts, chia seeds, flax seeds, and nut butters. Don’t forget avocado and olive oils, and if avocados are on sale, stock up and freeze the flesh for later. Keep an eye out for frozen coconut cubes and canned coconut milk. And when cheeses, butter, and ghee are on sale, don’t hesitate to snag them. Non-starchy veggies: zucchini, broccoli, cauliflower, asparagus, celery, green beans, spaghetti squash, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, cucumber, lettuce, spinach, arugula, eggplant, mushrooms, bell peppers – keep them in your shopping radar. Low carb fruits: raspberries, strawberries, blackberries, plums, clementines, cherries, blueberries, kiwi (in-season, on sale, or frozen). So, remember, you can enjoy the keto lifestyle without breaking the bank. Sure, some items might seem pricey at first, but think of it as an investment in your health. With these tips and a little budget savvy, you’ll be living the keto dream and savouring high-quality, nutritious foods in no time. Cheers to a happy and healthy journey! References: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/keto-on-a-budget https://www.everydayhealth.com/ketogenic-diet/keto-diet-on-budget/
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Keto Flu 101
You’ve heard of the Keto diet, but have you heard of the Keto Flu? The Keto diet is a high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet that limits glucose levels and leads to a production of ketones by the liver. The body then slowly switches from using carbs as fuel, to fats. Keto is often used for its health benefits – weight loss, cognitive and memory enhancement, type II diabetes, cancer, as well as various neurological and psychiatric disorders. However, it is important to note that many people suffer from something called “Keto Flu” after beginning the Keto diet. This generally occurs when you drastically and suddenly remove carbohydrates from your diet [1,2]. What is “Keto flu”? Keto flu is a term used to describe common ketogenic diet side effects. A ketogenic diet is safe and has many health-promoting factors. It does, however, force the body to go through major changes. One of the major changes is switching your metabolism from being a “sugar burner” to a “fat burner”, thereby leading to a withdrawal from sugar and carbohydrates [3]. This is the metabolic process of ketosis [2]. Common symptoms of the keto flu [1,2,3]: Low energy Cravings for carbs and sugar Brain fog Constipation/ diarrhoea Headache Intestinal pain and bloating Muscle cramps and weakness What causes the keto flu? Your body typically uses up your stored glucose within a couple of days of starting Keto, and will then go searching for other fuel sources. This is when ketosis begins, and ketone bodies will start to be produced with the assumption that you are either fasting or eating a high amount of fat. Once you have finally become “keto-adapted” you will no longer struggle with the keto side effects anymore [3]. What to do for the keto flu? Start slowly: When making any dietary changes, start slowly and ease yourself into it. The best approach would be to slowly start to decrease your carbohydrate intake and allow your body the time to adjust. Do it over a period of a week and then you can move fully into the keto diet [2]. Stay hydrated: Dehydration and a loss of minerals is a MASSIVE factor of the keto flu. Drinking enough water is especially important if you experience keto flu symptoms like vomiting or diarrhoea, since this will cause you to lose fluids. You should also increase your consumption of hydrating foods like vegetables, bone broths, or green juices. Water is a critical component of Keto, so try to drink a glass of water every 1–2 hours. If your urine is dark yellow, this means you need to drink more water [3]. Don’t neglect your electrolytes: Electrolytes regulate muscle contractions and keep you hydrated. They also help balance your pH levels (the measure of acidity and alkalinity) and control nervous-system function. When hydrating, make sure to add plenty of electrolytes like salt, potassium, and magnesium. This can minimize muscle cramps and nausea. You can increase your electrolyte intake through sport drinks and taking other rehydrate solutions [2]. These foods also help with electrolyte replacement: spinach kale avocados broccoli beans almonds peanuts strawberries watermelon oranges bananas milk buttermilk yogurt fish turkey chicken veal raisins olives tomatoes Consume more healthy fats: When you start a keto diet, the intake of healthy fats is crucial. Increasing your intake of healthy fats can assist in speeding up the transition to burning fat for fuel [2]. Stay active and engage in light exercises: Exercising when feeling nauseous or sore can be the least appealing thing on the planet. However, doing some light exercises such as walking outdoors, yoga, or light cycling can help relieve muscle pain and tension [2,3]. Get plenty of rest: If you find yourself struggling to fall asleep or stay asleep, try taking an Epsom salt bath or supplementing with magnesium. This will help soothe and relax your muscles, as well as increase your electrolyte absorption. Keto flu isn’t very pleasant, but if you follow these suggestions, it should pass soon. Remember, everyone’s body deals with the keto diet differently, so listen to your body and act accordingly. Consult with your doctor or request nutrition counselling with a dietitian to discuss any concerns you may have with the diet [2]. References: [1] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7082414/ [2] https://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/topics/live-well/2018/03/beware-the-keto-flu/ [3] https://draxe.com/nutrition/keto-flu-symptoms/
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Do Artificial Sweeteners Contribute to Diabetes?
It seems there is certainly evidence for this. Our intestinal beneficial bacteria are the seat of our immune systems, and they also help keep insulin and blood sugar at healthy levels by affecting digestion of sugars and production of gut hormones that control this process. Artificial sweeteners like aspartame, acesulfame K, and sucralose kill off good bacteria. These sweeteners are everywhere, and this is one of the MAIN reasons we eat real food, and we do not buy things pre-packed or processed. The Journal of Nature shows that all artificial sweeteners induce glucose intolerance and insulin resistance by altering the gut microbiota which in turn may lead to type 2 diabetes. Stop and think about this for a second. That ‘innocent’ sweetener you add to your coffee – is it one of the chemical man-made sweeteners? If it is, maybe it’s time to stop it. These things have the power to completely change the flora in your gut – this is serious. The whole community of organisms is affected, and you will end up the worse off with a weakened immune system These sweeteners are not harmless, they have far-reaching side effects from panic disorder to diabetes to brain tumours – and even (can you believe this one) weight gain. But hang on, isn’t this why you are taking them – to avoid weight gain? It amuses me to see the most overweight people piling in the artificial sweeteners in coffee shops, although I do feel sad when I see it. There are over 90 different symptoms attributed to the ingestion of aspartame alone, one of which is weight gain. Any chemical concoction in a lab will have side effects, and one is as bad as another – so don’t fall for the hype. What gets to me most is that diabetics are encouraged to further destroy their already fragile health by using these as a sugar substitute. Sucralose is another popular sweetener with a sting in its tail. Sucralose in humans appears to attack the nervous system producing cancer, birth defects and immune system destruction, and in animals swollen livers, calcified kidneys and shrunken thymus glands – and it reduces gut flora by 50%. This is not food, and should not be put into the body. It’s FrankenFood. “I recommend only Stevia, Xylitol and Erythritol as safe sweeteners” Stevia is a sweetener herb also known as sweet weed, sweet leaf, sweet herbs and honey leaf.The leaves of stevia are sweeter than sucrose with zero calories and are totally safe when used as a sweetening agent. This plant also exhibits antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, hypotensive, antiseptic, diuretic, anti-fertility and cardiotonic properties. It has also been documented to have good effects on treating skin diseases such as dermatitis, acne, eczema etc. Xylitol is a sugar alcohol that is used as a sweetener. It can be found naturally or artificially prepared mainly from plant materials chemically or by fermentation of hemicelluloses from agricultural biomass by yeast or bacteria strains.Xylitol can reduce constipation, diabetes, obesity, and other body syndromes or illnesses; it has also revealed its stimulating effect on digestion and immune system. However, it can produce some side effects such as irritable bowel syndrome, diarrhea, nephrolithiasis, etc., when consumed in excessive amounts. Erythritol is a naturally abundant sweetener widely used as sweetener in calorie-reduced food, candies, or bakery products. The use of eythritol has shown to decrease metabolic disorders, such as obesity, glucose intolerance, dyslipidemia, and fat accumulation in the liver. It also exerts anti-inflammatory effects in the intestine. Sources: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32031079/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32638045/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29196787/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8197374/
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How chewing affects weight loss
Has anyone ever told you that the way you chew your food could influence your weight loss? Well it’s true – try it. Digestion starts in your mouth where salivary amylase begins to digest any starches. If this ‘science moment’ has already lost you, we’re sorry – it’s just a starch-digesting enzyme. “But I don’t eat starch”, you may say. Oh really? Everything which is not fat or protein contains some starch (another word for carbohydrates) and needs to begin the digestive process in your mouth. That’s why you have teeth. We’ve watched people get food down their throats as though there were no tomorrow, as if eating was a race. They want to see how fast they can polish off that plate of food, and then wonder why they feel bloated, uncomfortable and can’t lose weight. It all starts with chewing your food. Eating in a distracted fashion instead of ‘mindful eating’ is a really important part of eating and chewing. You want to have no distractions from TV, cell phones or iPads. People around you are the only ‘distraction’ you need as you bond together over a leisurely meal. Emphasis here on ‘leisurely’ too by the way – eating in a rush can interfere with digestion and cause further misery. Mealtimes should be leisurely, relaxed experiences, not smash-and-grab, eat-as-fast-as-you-can experiences. When you concentrate on what you are eating, you chew more, your body is relaxed and not tense, all of which makes for better digestion. So instead of literally ‘inhaling’ your food at a furious pace, settle down to enjoy every meal, eat mindfully, chew your food well, take it slow, and you’ll see the difference in your health and weight. Another scientific nugget alert – skip it if you don’t like these bits! In the mouth are specialised enzymes called salivary amylase, which begin the very important process of digesting starches. If food screams through the mouth down the hatch and reaches the stomach hardly chewed without that all important step, there will be considerable discomfort. Our stomachs don’t have teeth you see, our mouths do – so it’s logical that chewing is where digestion needs to start. Here are some good reasons to chew your food well – just as mum told you to do (and we know she’s always right. Right?) When you eat, salivary amylase breaks the food down into simple sugars, creating an almost sweet taste, and prepares the food for the next stage of digestion. If you have ever eaten a little piece of savoury bread on its own and chewed it well, within seconds it tastes quite sweet as the starches are changed into sugars. The more you chew, the sweeter it tastes, so you really need to be keeping that food in your mouth and chewing it for quite a while to break it down properly before the next stage of digestion takes place. Choose the company you eat with very carefully. People who rattle or irritate you will cause indigestion (probably even without food!) so choose great companions or family members to eat with. They’ll hopefully bring about a state of enjoyment and calm. Eat with like-minded people. It’s not going to do much good to go out to eat with those who want to stuff a hamburger or pizza down their throats in 5 minutes, as it will force you to race through your chicken salad with about 3 chews per mouthful. We’ve all seen the person who literally shovels food into their mouths – face close to the plate, and a fork that is lightning fast, back and forth from mouth to plate – it’s a blur. This is not good. If you eat very fast, you will eat far more than if you chewed your food well. It will also add to any digestive problems like bloating, and on top of that you won’t be able to effectively absorb your nutrients. This is highly undesirable, and in itself encourages overeating. Did you know that there are endorphins – special feel-good brain chemicals – released when you chew your food more? This would then of course help you not to overeat, enjoy your food more, and ultimately help with weight loss. As you might know, it takes about 20 minutes for the brain to receive the message from the stomach to say you are satisfied and have had enough to eat. When you eat in a fast, manic fashion, you eat more than you normally would, as the brain hasn’t had a chance to register that you’ve already had enough. The gut communicates with the brain in that 20 minute period, so if you are considering ‘seconds’, wait for a while, and you will probably feel too full to have any. You enhance your body’s circulation by chewing well, improving your immune status, deriving more energy from your food, staying full longer and improving your skin health. All as a result of chewing your food better, and eating more slowly. This will naturally extrapolate to a more stable weight. Mealtimes need to be a time for enjoying flavours, the smell of the food, appreciation of the taste and texture of the food and for appreciating a beautifully prepared plate. Chewing slowly and in a mindful manner brings about a heightened enjoyment of the food you are eating too. You’ll eat a little less, but with much more enjoyment. See food and mealtimes as pleasurable activities that are to be entered into with delight, anticipation and gladness – and stretch out the experience. The steps of relaxation, chewing, enjoyment and awareness of what you eat, as you eat, are as much an integral part of the healthy eating experience as the quality of the food itself. You need to factor in time to eat at leisure. Just as you factor in 10 minutes for a shower, or half an hour to travel to work, so you need to factor in time for your meals. Turn your cellphone off, and the TV! Don’t do your Facebook or email either while eating. You could put on some soothing music if you like, as this is conducive to really relaxing, healthy chewing and eating. But please don’t watch the news while eating. It’s enough to make you throw up most times anyway. Learning to be quiet while eating without any noise at all is also an amazing discipline. Don’t read, talk or be distracted – it’s a time for you to sit and concentrate on this wonderful activity of eating good, healthy food. Try chewing each bite 30 times, and you will derive more benefit than a down-the-hatch race through your meals. And think about it while you are chewing it. Consider what you are eating, and why it is doing you good. Of course it goes without saying here we don’t want to be eating junk food, as this will do nothing for our bodies! Another great idea for making enough time for eating is to time yourself – give yourself say 20-30 minutes per meal. Have your meal on cue at say 7am or 1pm or 5pm each day – and don’t leave the table until half an hour or at least 20 minutes have passed. Try to create a routine. There is likely to be virtually no heartburn, reflux, bloating or discomfort after a meal eaten this way. Food is meant to be enjoyed, savoured and revelled in. Don’t ruin it by not chewing it properly or squandering the wonderful experience with bad company or technology. Bon appetit! View our recipes here: https://www.google.com/url?q=https://sallyanncreed.co.za/recipes&sa=D&source=docs&ust=1676884616570115&usg=AOvVaw0n5NkfuhNXmafKykqV-Mih
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What is a good, healthy breakfast?
Many people ask me what we eat for breakfast – well that’s a loaded question – all sorts of things! But we’ll get to that later. A healthy breakfast is really important in helping you to avoid the mid-morning crash that most people feel after eating an unhealthy breakfast. It’s all about the secret of keeping your blood sugar stable. Here are some tips and ideas of how to have a great breakfast that keeps you feeling fabulous all day. However, be cautious and bear the following in mind: Eat fruit with a low-glycaemic index– As this will help stabilise your blood sugar levels thereby minimising the crash, which can often leave you feeling irritable and hungry. Fruits with a low glycaemic index/sugar content include apple, blueberry, cherry , grapefruit, grape, orange, peach, pear and a plum. Minimise your sugar intake – Minimising sugary foods is the best way to avoid the brain fog, mid-morning sugar cravings and subsequent weight gain and inflammation that sugary food brings with it. What about that morning cuppa? Habitual intake of 3 to 4 cups of coffee is said to be safe and is associated with the most robust beneficial effects. Brews solely made with chicory will not give you the beneficial properties so rather steer from it. You know what they say, “life begins after coffee”. Reduce your intake of refined breads, cereals, breakfast bars and pastries – Eating refined starches is similar to eating sugar, as they are quickly converted to sugar in the body and have the same effect as sugar. If eating a healthy breakfast – which will give you energy, a clear mind, great mood, prevent both cravings and even hunger for most of the day – is what you’re after, here are some tips: Eat healthy fats – Healthy fats are extremely beneficial and nutritious. Think pasture-fed butter, pork lard, duck fat, coconut oil, olive oil and macadamia oil for a start. (Healthy fats won’t make you fat by the way.) Treat yourself to some real food in the form of animal protein – such as eggs, chicken livers, fatty fish (salmon, sardines, pilchards, tuna), and steak. Fry lightly in butter or coconut oil, and you will be set up for the day. Don’t be scared of having eggs every single day. Steak and eggs is a great brekkie – with a few sprigs of rocket. Mmmmm…. Add in some vegetables like rocket, spinach, watercress, a slice or so of aubergine, asparagus, even ½ an avocado – anything you fancy. Have a cup of coffee if you wish, but try it black without sugar. Avoid tea directly after breakfast as the tannins will interfere with iron absorption – save that for tea time. People often ask us what we have for breakfast, so here are OUR favourite healthy breakfasts: Avocado with smoked salmon or fresh sautéed salmon. Rocket/watercress with scrambled eggs and sometimes a little slice of goat cheese. Wilted spinach with scrambled eggs in butter (or our homemade Hollandaise sauce). Eggs and bacon, cherry tomatoes and mushrooms – all done in pasture-fed butter. Chicken livers sautéed in butter or coconut oil or both, with asparagus and mushrooms. Baby mixed grill of a small pasture-fed charcuterie sausage, little piece of steak and an egg with asparagus and a few cherry tomatoes, maybe even fatty bacon and mushrooms. It’s not necessary to overeat by the way, just eat enough for a good brekkie. The variations are endless, and you need to have what you feel like that day. We need to only eat to hunger, not routine or habit. However, don’t try to avoid food – eat when you are hungry and three good meals a day will give you a wonderful array of nutrients your body needs. Not eating often deprives you of much-needed nutrition, and it’s different for everyone. So just eat when you are hungry.
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Meet Grace - our new skincare range
Ageing is a natural part of life, and at Sally-Ann Creed we believe it is something worth celebrating. While we cannot stop this process, we can help our body age in the best possible way – we like to think of it as ageing with grace. Sally-Ann Creed has always believed that everyone can achieve holistic wellness through nutrition, and that by eating clean, healthy foods and supplementing where necessary, we can optimise our body’s natural processes. Today we’re about to begin a new journey. A journey where we focus on our biggest organ – our skin. The first step on this journey begins with the launch of our new skincare range – Grace. Consisting of a Collagen Moisturiser, Daily Cleanser, and 3 incredible serums – Collagen Serum, Retinol Serum, and a Vitamin C Serum. Grace has a single purpose – allowing all of us to age with grace. This incredible new range is specially formulated using the best possible ingredients to provide your skin with intense, hydrating moisture, while stimulating targeted skin cell renewal to produce a smoother, more even-skin-toned appearance, and a revitalised glow. Our skin is made of 3 layers – the epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis. The epidermis is the outermost layer of the skin that serves as a protective layer to lock in moisture and nutrients, while keeping out harmful pollutants. It also provides protection against the sun and its UV rays. The dermis is the middle layer where you will find nerves, proteins, glands, enzymes and blood vessels. Finally we have the hypodermis, also referred to as the subcutaneous tissue. This is the base layer of our skin where you will find fat cells, nerves and blood vessels. When we’re young, our skin is naturally plump, hydrated, and has a noticeable ‘youthful glow’ as we so often hear. Our skin is made up of collagen, hyaluronic acid, elastin, moisture, and many other intricate elements. As we age, our natural collagen stores decline, collagen and hyaluronic acid production decreases, and elastin starts to break down, resulting in a less supported dermis, with saggy skin and less hydration. In the epidermis layer, lines and wrinkles start to develop, and skin hyperpigmentation may occur due to this natural ageing process, as well phyto damage caused by UV ray exposure. We all know the wonderful benefits of supplementing with Pure Hydrolysed Collagen and Vitamin C, so why would we need a topical option too? The benefits of collagen may take time to physically manifest as our body first directs the collagen to areas that need it most, which in many cases is our joints, muscles, and digestive system, leaving us waiting for it to take effect on our skin, especially as we fight the effects of sun damage, stress, and general ageing. By applying collagen topically, we are able to quickly and safely provide intense hydration and moisture to our outer epidermis layer. A topical Vitamin C application allows for direct absorption by the skin, resulting in quicker, more visible benefits. Over the past couple of months, we have consulted with many skincare experts and industry manufacturers on our quest to formulate the perfect skincare range. We wanted to develop a range that not only provides lasting results, but also supports our ethos of only using the purest and cleanest of ingredients. We insisted on alcohol-, paraben- and fragrance-free formulations. This is why we deliberately decided to exclude a skin protection factor from the moisturiser, we will leave that up to you to decide how you wish to protect your skin from the sun. Where applicable, we included essential oils for their incredible scent and effective medicinal properties. Each product in this range has been specially formulated to provide amazing results, and to work in conjunction with one another. From the specific active ingredients to the overall formulations, we developed a range specifically designed to provide your skin with intense moisture, while increasing collagen production and skin cell turnover. These key driving factors are instrumental in the overall health and appearance of your skin. By using this complete range you will find your skin is more nourished and healthy, with fewer wrinkles and a radiant glow! We know how daunting it is to try any new skincare product, so we’ve put together a wonderful trial set consisting of sample sizes of all 5 of these incredible products. While we’ve taken every measure to ensure that our products are as pure as possible, it’s always best to make sure that your unique skin is compatible with all of them before you make the move. Available immediately through our online store, and in our wonderful little shop in Westlake, this range of products are the perfect complement to our wide range of existing wellness products. View the full range at sallyanncreed.co.za/grace Sally-Ann Creed’s care and passion for her clients are the cornerstones of Creed Living. Her tireless work over the last 30 years has made Sally-Ann Creed® one of South Africa’s most-loved brands and the embodiment of best practice, innovation, purity, and trust. The Creed Living team are obsessively committed to preserving Sally-Ann’s legacy and she is the inspiration that guides us forward.
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Meet our Mothers Day 2022 Winner
To celebrate Mothers Day 2022, we partnered with Fenn Collective to spoil one lucky mom with a wonderful red Fenn bag, and R1500 worth of Sally-Ann Creed products. After receiving countless entries from children nominating their moms, we randomly chose our winner – Eldoray Sickle from Cape Town. Eldoray is one of the most wonderful people we’ve met and we’re overjoyed to be able to bless her with this incredible prize.
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