MOVIES & DVD

SALT
Starring Angelina Jolie, Liev Schreiber and Chiwetel Ejiofor
Director Phillip Noyce
As a CIA officer, Evelyn Salt (Jolie) has taken an oath to protect and serve her country. However, when she’s suddenly accused of being a Russian spy she must use her skills and years of experience to escape capture by her huntsmen. In an effort to prove her innocence she casts further doubt on her motives and the search for her true identity escalates.

GREENBERG
Starring Ben Stiller, Greta Gerwig and Rhys Ifans
Director Noah Baumbach
Roger Greenberg (Stiller) is a forty-something man at a crossroads. He becomes a little depressed when he finds himself house-sitting for his more successful and married-with-children brother. But life begins to look up for him when he forges a connection with Florence, his brother’s personal assistant. Could he find happiness at last?

THE OTHER GUYS
Starring Mark Wahlberg, Will Ferrell and Samuel L Jackson
Director Adam Mckay
Allan Gamble (Ferrell) and Terry Hoitz (Wahlberg) are NYPD detectives who rarely get to see any action because they’ve been assigned to the forensic accounting department. Gamble is more than happy with this arrangement but Hoitz is restless. When the opportunity arises for the partners to step it up in what may be New York City’s biggest crime, things don’t quite work out as planned.

IRON MAN 2
Starring Robert Downey Jr, Scarlett Johansson and Mickey Rourke
Director Jon Favreau
Tony Sparks (Downing Jr) has been revealed as the man behind Iron Man and he’s enjoying his newfound fame. The American government, however, is not happy about the Iron Man suit and orders Sparks to hand over the technology. As if that’s not enough, there’s also a new villain, Ivan Vanko (Rourke) , who is on a deadly mission to avenge his father’s death.

PRINCE OF PERSIA
Starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Gemma Arterton and Ben Kingsley
Director Mike Newell
A prince (Gyllenhaal) and a mysterious princess (Arterton) join forces to protect an ancient dagger in the mystical lands of Persia. The dagger has the ability to reverse time, allowing its possessor to rule the world. But in the wrong hands such power could prove devastating.

MUSIC

DRAKE – THANK ME NOW
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This Canadian-born rapper is making big waves in the United States and across the globe. Signed to Lil Wayne’s Young Money record label, this is Drake’s debut album. Not only does he produce fresh rhymes, but he also has a great voice and jumps between melodies and hard-core hip hop with ease. Listen out for ‘Find Your Love’ and ‘Over’.

EMINEM – RECOVERY
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He’s one of the greatest rappers alive and an icon in many eyes. His last release, Relapse, was mediocre and many doubted his ability to bounce back. But this album is a testament to his lyrical mastery. ‘Not Afraid’ is already a chart burner and there’s certainly plenty more where it came from.

MARY J BLIGE – STRONGER WITH EACH TEAR
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The queen of R&B solidifies her status with her ninth studio album. There are songs about love, devotion and inner strength, with lyrics that uplift and comfort. Featured guests include Trey Songz and rapper TI. While perhaps not
a classic, this is still a great Blige album.

ARNO CARSTENS – WONDERFUL WILD
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The South African rocker
is currently living in London, trying to establish himself as a solo artist, and this album certainly has what it takes to break into the international market. ‘Emer-gency’ is already a favourite and can expect good radio airplay. There are some other mighty fine tracks too.

KATIE MELUA – THE HOUSE
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This is Katie’s fourth studio album since her 2003 breakthrough debut. Her delicate beats and silky voice are sure to please followers of her music. The artist does not stray from her formula of soothing ballads, but her lyrics are slightly edgier and listeners are alerted to this from the very first track, ‘I’d Love to Kill You’.

EVENTS

NEDBANK WINEMAKERS GUILD AUCTION
JOHANNESBURG
2 SEPTEMBER
Indulge in exceptional wines when members of the Guild present their selection for 2010. Wine lovers can taste rare wines – hand-crafted exclusively for the Guild Auction
by some of South Africa’s leading winemakers – during an informal tasting. While there, you can chat to your favourite winemakers and bid on rare signed bottles from previous auctions.
Visit www.capewinemakersguild.com.

BRAAI4HERITAGE
COUNTRYWIDE
24 SEPTEMBER
Friday 24 September is Heritage Day, a national holiday that honours and celebrates our diversity and traditions. Over this long weekend, South Africans are encouraged to partake in one of the country’s favourite pastimes, a good old braai, or chisa nyama as it’s referred to in the township. For recipes and ideas on what to do with your boerewors or chops.
visit www.braai4heritage.co.za.

GOOD FOOD & WINE SHOW
JOHANNESBURG
23–26 SEPTEMBER
Discover new products
and trends from hundreds of exhibitors at this four-day food event. There’s an excellent line-up of BBC celebrity chefs and of course you’ll be spoilt with the finest cheese, wine, whisky, brandy and beer for tasting. Plus you can buy everything you need to stock your kitchen and grow your own herb or vegetable garden.
Visit www.gourmetsa.com.

HERMANUS WHALE FESTIVAL
HERMANUS
24–28 SEPTEMBER
This Enviro-Arts festival takes place every year to celebrate the return of the southern right whales to Walker Bay. Other activities include shark cage diving, birdwatching and fynbos hikes. There will be musicians, sports celebrities and crafters to keep the thousands of visitors entertained.
Visit www.whalefestival.co.za.

THE ZULULAND EXPO
RICHARDS BAY
30 SEPTEMBER – 2 OCTOBER
KwaZulu-Natal’s second largest entertainment and exhibition expo provides an ideal platform for local and national trade. There’s a fusion of stalls selling decor, crafts, fashion, sports and leisure gear and much, much more. Local artists and performers will ensure a fun-filled event.
Visit www.expo.org.za.

BOOKS

LIVING LA VIDA LOCA
By Belinda Jones
Published by Hodder
Best friends Beth and Carmen both need a break – Carmen from her seedy ex-boyfriend and Beth from her failing dance career. When Beth sees an ad for a reality dance competition she convinces Carmen that they have to audition and before they know it, they are on a whirlwind trip to Argentina, Cuba and Spain. As the girls travel the world meeting new people, sightseeing and having fun, they realise that dancing is much more than just a bunch of steps. It can evoke emotions strong enough to change your life forever. A witty, romantic novel that will delight you from beginning to end.

THE ANGEL’S GAME
By Carlos Ruiz Zafón
Published by Phoenix
David Martin has always used stories as an escape, so when he gets the chance to make a career of it, he gives it everything he has. He locks himself away in an abandoned house writing day and night, but soon begins to notice something chilling about the old house and the mystery that surrounds the death of the previous owner. Then he receives a letter asking him to write a book unlike any other – and he’s offered a fortune to do so. As David begins his work, an unsettling connection between his haunting story and the place he calls home begins to surface. Intrigue, romance, tragedy and a labyrinth of secrets will keep you gasping until the very last twist.

How to wear this season’s most beautiful colours. By Juana Parathyras.
Luminous skin
Spring is all about shimmer. We love the look of it on eyes, cheeks and skin.

• Day or night: Build your shimmer by layering different products. During the day or for work, keep it to a light dusting on the eyes and cheeks, with a slick of sparkle on the lips. For a night out, create beautiful dewy skin with a face illuminator and highlight cheekbones and cheeks with a dusting of bronzer.
• Spot on: The best place for shimmer is in the corners of your eyes blended across your lids, just under your eyebrow or on your cheeks. Stay away from heavy sparkle under the eyes or in the crease – shimmer can settle and will exaggerate lines and wrinkles.
• Choose your shade: Fair-skinned girls can wear almost any shade of sparkle, but make sure you blend carefully to avoid harsh lines. Dark skins should stay away from icy silver tones and rather opt for warm colours like bronze and purple.

Tip: Watch what you wear. If your outfit has a sparkle, keep shimmer to a single feature like your eyes.

Coral couture
It’s the perfect shade when pink feels clichéd and red just too vampy.

• One for all: Coral is the perfect shade to com- plement fair, olive or chocolate skin tones. This tropical hue adds much-needed colour after dreary winter months. Wear it on your lids blended with a matching shade of pink. Peach and pink hues bring out the soft, warm tones of your skin.
• Lip talk: Stay away from mattes and opt instead for glosses and lipsticks that you apply with your finger (the stick itself can make the colour too heavy). You want it to look as if you just ate a piece of fruit.
• Just peachy: For the appearance of being made-up without looking too girly or bronzy, apply a peach blush to your cheeks. Apply it high on the cheekbones for a natural-looking glow. The trend is dewy, so keep the colour soft and subtle.

Tip: Try it on your toes for pretty spring feet.

Pretty Popsicle
A palette of soft blues, purples, and other sorbet shadows is popping up all over.

• Eye catching: A minty green or a dusty rose blended across your eyelids suits almost every skin tone. Finish with a few coats of black mascara to give your lashes fullness and eyes a doll-like appearance. For a pretty day look, line your top lid with a light blue or yellow liner.
• Pout perfect: Beautiful dewy skin is best complemented with a creamy pastel gloss on the lips. Pinks and corals are the freshest shades. Keep the rest of your make-up neutral with a flick of black eyeliner and mascara.
• Yummy nails: Break out of your nude nail polish habit and adorn your hands and toes with pinks, purples and even blues. It’s the easiest way to incorporate the ice cream colour trend into your everyday look. Lavender and rose shades are great for work, but keep the blues and greens for the weekend.

Tip: Pastel shades can streak, so apply a base coat and at least two thin coats of colour.

Experts dispel the myths and promote the facts about keeping your most important muscle pumping. By Bongiwe Nocanda.

In recognition of the estimated 195 South Africans dying from heart-related illnesses every day, September is Heart Awareness Month. According to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of South Africa, heart attacks account for 33 deaths a day and are twice as prevalent in men than in women. It’s thus vital to have your cholesterol, blood pressure and glucose level checked regularly. And know the facts from the myths.

MYTH: CHOCOLATE IS GOOD FOR MY HEALTH
Dr Joe Tyrrell, a cardiologist at Vincent Pallotti Hospital in Cape Town, says there’s little to no evidence to support this theory.

‘Dark chocolate contains flavo-noids, which have antioxidant properties that may reduce cardio risks but, on the other hand, all chocolate contains milk, which tends to do the opposite.’ There are many reasons why people may eat chocolate, but improving cardiovascular health should not be one of them, he advises.

FACT: A GLASS OF RED A DAY MAY KEEP THE DOCTOR AWAY
‘Procyanidins in red wine – from the skins and pips of red grapes – have antioxidant properties and, in theory, may therefore benefit arterial health,’ says Dr Tyrrell. He adds that people who live around the Mediterranean have recorded lower incidences of coronary heart disease compared to people who live in Northern Europe. ‘There are many possible explanations for this, but red wine in the so-called Mediterranean diet is one of them,’ he says.

Lauren Pietersen and Erika Ketterer, registered dietitians from the Heart and Stroke Foundation, advise that women limit alcohol intake to a maximum of one serving per day and men to no more than two servings per day, where one serving is equivalent to a small glass of wine (125 ml). But, they warn that alcohol can be addictive and abuse can lead to serious health consequences.

MYTH: ALL FATS ARE BAD FOR YOUR CHOLESTEROL
‘Not true!’ says Dr Tyrrell. ‘Some fats, especially saturated and trans-fats, increase levels of bad (LDL) choles-terol. But other fats, such as mono-unsaturated and poly-unsaturated omega-3 fats, found in fish and other marine oils, reduce cholesterol slightly and can even lower the risk of coronary heart disease.’

Erika and Lauren recommend the following:

• Eat skinless chicken and fish (often), lean red meat (occasionally) and low-fat or fat-free dairy products.
• Avoid foods that contain large amounts of cholesterol, such as organ meats (like kidneys or livers).
• Watch out for high-kilojoule baked products and fried fast foods as these contain harmful trans fats.
• ‘Good’ fats are those found in plant products and oily fish such as pilchards, salmon or tuna.
• Aim to use olive oil when cooking or with salads on a daily basis.

MYTH: HIGH CHOLESTEROL BUT NO FAMILY HISTORY OF HEART DISEASE MEANS I DON’T NEED TO WORRY
‘No!’ says Dr Tyrrell. ‘The average cholesterol of people who have heart attacks is only slightly higher than that of people who don’t, and high cholesterol is only one of the factors that increase the risk of a heart attack. So a negative family history by no means eliminates the risk of heart attack.’ However, he advises that people with high cholesterol try to control other risk factors such as blood pressure and smoking, irrespective of their family medical history.

MYTH: PEOPLE WITH GUM DISEASE ARE TWICE AS LIKELY TO SUFFER FROM A STROKE OR HEART ATTACK
According to Lauren and Erika, the results of several studies hint that poor oral health may increase the risk of heart attacks and strokes, but these results are inconclusive and more research is required. It is, however, important to control the main risk factors for heart disease and stroke. These include smoking, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes, inactivity, poor diet and being overweight.

FACT: AN ASPIRIN A DAY KEEPS ME PUMPING
Dr Tyrrell says this is a fact, but only people at high risk need bother, for example people who already have coronary disease or elderly people with multiple risk factors. ‘Those at low risk of a heart attack, such as premenopausal women, should not take aspirin since the risk of taking it outweighs any possible small benefit. On the other hand, the potential benefit of aspirin for people at high risk should outweigh the side effects of the drug.’ But consult your GP before taking any new medication.

FACT: WEIGHT LOSS HELPS LOWER THE RISK OF A HEART ATTACK
Losing weight helps in many ways, especially if exercise is part of the weight-loss process, recommends Dr Tyrrell. ‘It helps improve glucose metabolism, reduces the risk of diabetes, reduces blood pressure, reduces cholesterol, and has favourable effects on blood clotting.’

Contact
Dr Joe Tyrrell, cardiologist
021 506 5111
Vincent Pallotti Hospital

Lauren Pietersen and Erika Ketterer, registered dietitians
Heart and Stroke Foundation
021 447 4222
www.heartfoundation.co.za

Did you know?
Club has qualified medical professionals available to assist with any medical queries you may have, free of charge. Call 0861 424 789. Club members outside South Africa should dial +27 11 991 8330.

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Lift your mood with some floral
inspiration in our beauty spread on page 18 and the season’s hottest footwear and accessories on page 44. Do you have a hankering for celebville? Then turn to page 54 to find out how to be mistaken for a star!

Enjoy the last few months of 2010 – and may you create some great memories in September.
Till next month.