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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>Why Iodine is Important<o:p></o:p></u></b></div>
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The entire body uses iodine, not just the thyroid. Various
tissues and organs are designed to concentrate large amounts which are
necessary for their normal structure and function. Conversely, low iodine
levels are associated with autoimmune thyroid disease, breast cancer, thyroid
cancer, goiter and fibromyalgia, as well as cysts and nodules of the breast,
thyroid and ovaries. Iodine researchers Drs. Abraham, Brownstein and Flechas
tested 35,000 people – and 96% were deficient in this nutrient!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<li>CYSTS: Many women also report positive results
with using iodine for breast cancer and ovarian cysts. “Breast, ovarian, and
skin cysts - In addition to fixing almost all cases of breast cysts, iodine
also has a remarkable healing effect on ovarian cysts,” says Dr. Robert Rowen.
Though few know it, swollen ovaries are a condition comparable to goiter, when
the thyroid swells in response to iodine deficiency. The starvation of the
ovaries causes them to become cystic, swollen and eventually unable to regulate
the synthesis of their hormones leading to imbalances and infertility. Russian
studies when investigating Fibrocystic breast disease also discovered that the
greater the iodine deficiency the greater the number of cysts in the ovaries.
The iodine concentration in the ovary has been known to be higher than in every
other organ except the thyroid. Research with high doses of iodine cysts on the
ovaries became smaller and began to disappear. It takes 20 to 40 times the
amount of Iodine needed to control breast cancer and fibrocystic disease than
it does to prevent goiter. Iodine deficiency causes fibrocystic breast disease
with nodules, cyst enlargement, pain and scar tissue.</li>
<li><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">HORMONAL IMBALANCES Goiters often also result in
a hormonal imbalance leading to hypothyroidism. "Iodine is utilized by
every hormone receptor in the body. The absence of iodine causes a hormonal
dysfunction that can be seen with practically every hormone inside the
body." Dr. George Flechas. The most obvious answer is that iodine is a
trace mineral used to synthesize hormones and is a mineral that is very
important to how hormones function at the hormone receptor sites.</span></li>
<li><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">BACTERIA, FUNGI, VIRUSES Sufficient amounts
iodine can assist with a host of glandular imbalances as well as a wide
assortment of internal as well as external bacteria, fungi, and virus's.</span></li>
<li><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">BRAIN, HEADACHES etc Iodine has been used
successfully in headaches, keloid formation and parotid duct stones. Iodine is
found in large amounts in the brain (including the parts of the brain associated
with Parkinson’s disease) and the ciliary body of the eye, a possible factor in
glaucoma.</span></li>
<li><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">LUNG PROBLEMS Doses up to six times the RDA have
been used safely for months to combat the excessive mucous in chronic lung
diseases.</span></li>
<li><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">WELL BEING many people who take iodine report
that they have a greater sense of well-being, increased energy, and a lifting
of brain fog? They feel warmer in cold environments, need somewhat less sleep,
improved skin complexion, and have more regular bowel movements.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">DIABETIC Dr. Flechas sees such dramatic results
with his diabetic patients.</span></li>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;">Swelling in the front of
the neck, or a goiter, is a common symptom of an iodine deficiency. It
occurs when your thyroid gland is forced to make thyroid hormones when
there is a low supply of iodine in the body<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;">Low iodine levels may slow
your metabolism and encourage food to be stored as fat, rather than be
burned as energy. This may lead to weight gain.<o:p></o:p></li>
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leave you feeling tired, sluggish and weak. This is because your body
needs the mineral to make energy.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;">An iodine deficiency may
prevent hair follicles from regenerating. Fortunately, getting sufficient
iodine can help correct hair loss that occurs due to an iodine deficiency.<o:p></o:p></li>
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with an iodine deficiency, as the mineral helps your skin cells
regenerate. It also helps your body sweat and hydrates your skin cells, so
an iodine deficiency can cause you to sweat less.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;">Iodine helps generate body
heat, so low levels of it may leave you feeling colder than usual.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;">An iodine deficiency may
slow your heart rate, which may leave you feeling weak, fatigued, dizzy
and at risk of fainting<o:p></o:p></li>
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any age may cause you to struggle to learn and remember things. One
possible reason for this might be an underdeveloped brain.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;">Getting enough iodine is
especially important for pregnant and breastfeeding women, as they have
higher needs. An iodine deficiency may cause severe side effects,
especially for the baby, such as stunted growth and brain development.<o:p></o:p></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;">Some women with an iodine
deficiency may experience heavy or irregular periods. This is because low
thyroid hormone levels may interfere with hormones that are involved in
regulating the menstrual cycle.<o:p></o:p></li>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>So why do so many people state that they cannot take iodine due to a
reaction?<o:p></o:p></u></b></div>
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<li><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">The answers may lie with what are termed the
“companion nutrients”, which was coined by Lynne Farrow of the Iodine Workshop
group. Each of these nutrients are critical to the success of the Iodine
Protocol, and thus is essential to the proper working of your body.</span></li>
<li><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">When the full protocol is implemented amazing
benefits are realized. It also helps to mitigate the issues seen by many
practitioners that causes them to sound the alarm bells. When iodine is
supplied in isolation it can be problematic.</span></li>
<li><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">Take care to do it right and you too can reap
the benefits that adequate iodine levels in the body can offer. </span></li>
<li><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">Another common issue with iodine supplementing
is detoxification. We live in such a toxic world that it is hard not to be
toxic on some level. As it relates to iodine the key toxins are bromide,
fluoride and to a smaller degree mercury. We need to support the body when
supplementing to help it push what iodine releases, out of the body through the
kidneys and out in the urine. This detoxification can also cause stress to the
adrenal glands so supporting them is important to your success.</span></li>
<li><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">If you are dealing with Hashimotos it is
critical to ensure that there is a sufficient level of selenium either already
“on board” in your body or that you are taking it along with your iodine.
Because selenium can reach toxic build up levels in the body it is important
that you monitor your levels through a RBC (Red Blood Cell) Se lab test. Please
work with your doctor / healthcare professional to determine your specific
needs.</span></li>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>Supplementing Tips & The Iodine Protocol<o:p></o:p></u></b></div>
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The preferred form of iodine is Lugol’s formula. This is
because Lugol’s contains both Iodine and Potassium Iodide. Various organs and
tissues in the body prefer one form over the other. The breast, prostate and
stomach prefer to utilize Iodine while the thyroid, salivary gland and skin
prefer to use iodide. When you supplement with one form, most often iodide, you
rob the body of functioning at optimum levels. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<u>How much Iodine do I need to take?</u></div>
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blanket recommendation. Everyone needs different amounts based on their body’s
ability to utilize the nutrients as well as the level of toxic halide exposure
they have each day. If you are dealing with a severe health condition then your
dosages would need to be higher than those trying to maintain good health.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<li><b style="text-indent: -18pt;">Maintenance</b><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">
– It was once believed that a good maintenance dose is 25 mgs per day. But with
more information being gained about the exposures to halides bombarding our
systems (bromides, fluorides, chlorine) as well as mercury, etc., maintenance
of health may require higher doses of iodine. The iodine doctors are now
beginning to believe that 50 mgs may be the minimum required dose.</span></li>
<li><b style="text-indent: -18pt;">Cancer</b><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">
– Cancer is a result of mutated cells. Iodine is absolutely critical for
something called P53 gene which is known as the “keeper of the genetic code”.
Without iodine and selenium it will not function to eliminate abnormal cells
from the body such as cancer. Cancer patients have taken anywhere from 50 – 300mgs
per day.</span></li>
<li><b style="text-indent: -18pt;">Children</b><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">
– These are the levels for children at the various ages. This is not meant to
be a recommendation but a guideline. General guidelines suggest .08 mg x the
weight of the child but is dependent on the health condition.</span></li>
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<li>Up to 3 years –Take 1 drop of 5% Lugol’s
solution in water and then take ½ of the water and give it to the child. his
results in 3.125 mg / dose. (ie ½ a drop)</li>
<li>3yrs to 5 yrs –1 drop 5% Lugols Solution (6.25mg)</li>
<li>5 yrs to 9 yrs – 12.5 mgs of Iodoral or 2 drops 5% Lugols Solution (12.5mg)</li>
<li>9 yrs to 16 yrs <span style="text-indent: 36pt;"> </span><span style="text-indent: 36pt;">– 25 mgs of Iodoral or 4 drops 5% Lugols
Solution (25mg)</span></li>
<li>16 yrs and up – will depend on health issues, weight, etc
and cannot be given in generalities. Dosages range from 12.5 mgs to 300 mgs.</li>
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<u>When should I take my supplements?<o:p></o:p></u></div>
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<li><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">Iodine should be taken with food. This seems to
enhance absorption as well as protecting sensitive stomachs from a potential
upset.</span></li>
<li><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">The supporting nutrients can be taken with
iodine and with food. There is no spacing or timing required.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">Iodine should be taken earlier in the day
(before 2 pm) because for some it increases energy so much that they are unable
to sleep.</span></li>
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<u>Supporting Nutrients for taking Iodine.<o:p></o:p></u></div>
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When supplementing with the supporting nutrients do not try
to cut corners. Use high quality supplements. Do not try to obtain them from
food alone. It is critical that you ensure that the right levels are available
to your body.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>These are required to
support the body while supplementing with iodine:<o:p></o:p></div>
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<li><b style="text-indent: -18pt;">Vitamin C
(Ascorbic Acid)</b><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">– 2,000 – 5,000 mgs / day – supports the symporters and
assists as an antioxidant to detoxing. </span><span style="text-indent: -18pt;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">This vitamin is critical for combating
oxidation due to toxin release. The adrenals also thrive in a vitamin C rich
environment. The adrenal glands are the largest storage site of Vitamin C in
the body. The NIS symporters (where iodine is pulled into the cells) are
supported and in some cases healed when higher doses of Vitamin C are provided.</span></li>
<li><b style="text-indent: -18pt;">Selenium</b><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">
– 100 – 400 mcg / day – needed for detoxification and thyroid hormone creation process
by working in conjunction with glutathione peroxidase as a protective mechanism
to reduce and neutralize excess hydrogen peroxide. Without this building block
the risk of autoimmune thyroid condition flare ups increases due to the
oxidative damage of TPO. Selenium is also a critical nutrient in the creation
of glutathione in the liver where detoxification occurs.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><b style="text-indent: -18pt;">Unrefined
salt </b><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">– ½ tsp / day – supports adrenals, binds to bromide and assists in
removal, supports symporters (sodium iodine symporters or NIS).</span><span style="text-indent: -18pt;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">Adequate levels of sodium are needed to ensure
proper function. Salt is also used by the body to pull out the bromide being
released from the receptors and tissues by the iodine supplementation and carry
it from the blood through to the kidneys where it is filtered out into the
urine. Unrefined salt is also rich in minerals that help to support the
adrenals.</span></li>
<li><b style="text-indent: -18pt;">Magnesium</b><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">
– 200 - 400 mgs / day – critical for over 300 enzyme reactions in the body. During
the organification of iodine, intracellular calcium stimulates the
NADPH-Oxidase System. When this becomes over active as it can with autoimmune
thyroid conditions, magnesium works as a natural “balancer”. The production of
ATP also requires magnesium along with other nutrients.</span></li>
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<u>Other nutrients that have helped – but are not part of
the core protocol:<o:p></o:p></u></div>
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<li><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><b style="text-indent: -18pt;">Vitamin
B2 & B3</b><span style="text-indent: -18pt;"> (aka ATP CoFactors) 1 tablet 2x / day – when individuals
continue to feel fatigued or have autoimmune thyroid disease this product can
assist in increasing ATP (energy) within the cells. Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) and
Vitamin B3 (Niacin) are cofactors to the NADPH oxidase pathway. They work at
the mitochondrial level to provide more energy. Many with Hashimotos will
comment on an increased level of energy when they add these two nutrients to
their protocol. They are both also key in providing sufficient hydrogen
peroxide to efficiently oxidize iodide. This is an optional supplement but can
be added for the above reasons.</span></li>
<li><b style="text-indent: -18pt;">Boron</b><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">
– This nutrient has proven to be beneficial in the removal of fluoride from the
body. It has also shown a positive impact on the NADPH Oxidase and ATPase
processes within the cells.</span></li>
<li><b style="text-indent: -18pt;">Beta
Carotene</b><span style="text-indent: -18pt;"> 25,000 iU – For some individuals who supplement in iodine, their
menstrual cycles or hormones may become imbalanced. Supplementing with higher
doses of Beta Carotene can assist in maintaining proper balance. Research has
also shown that it may help to upregulate NIS gene expression to increase
iodine uptake. While research has been done on radioactive forms of iodine, it
may also equate to the non-radioactive forms as well since the radioactivity is
not a key element in its benefits.</span></li>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>Some FaceBook comments from those using Iodine<o:p></o:p></u></b></div>
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<li><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">I've been on iodine for a couple of years... And
I'm not dead yet. Ha! And I take a LOT!!! I actually only started feeling good
from iodine after taking high doses.... When I was taking the smaller amounts,
I noticed the sluggishness and detox symptoms more. Keep pushing!</span></li>
<li><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">If your body has used all the iodine it needs it
just purges the rest in your urine so I'd try going up before worrying I was
taking too much.</span></li>
<li><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">Most iodine advocates suggest 50mg as a good
maintenance dose for all but sick people often require far more. I can't tell
you what to do but if it were me, I'd up weekly until I felt a difference. I've
mentioned it here before but everyone should read "the iodine crisis"
by Lynne Farrow. It's an awesome read and will explain the iodine protocol and
the importance of iodine and how to know what you need etc.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">I have breast issues too and eradicated my ovarian
cyst with iodine. Per my Dr, I take DIM with my iodine... You should look at
adding that. It really helps!</span><span style="text-indent: -18pt;"> </span><i style="text-indent: -18pt;"><u>Note:</u> (DIM - Diindolylmethane is
formed in the body from plant substances contained in “cruciferous” vegetables
such as cabbage, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, and broccoli. ...
Diindolylmethane is used for preventing breast, uterine, and colorectal cancer)</i></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">In my first 8 months of iodine protocol, from 3
mg/day to 50 mg/day, multiple ovarian cysts shrunk by 35%, 40%, and 50%. I
started at daily dosage from 3 mg, and increased weekly by 3 mg, from 3 mg, 6,
9, 12, 15, 18, 21, 25, 28, 31, 34, 37, 40, 43, 46, 50 mg. Total 16 weeks
reaching 50 mg/day from 3 mg/day. Then stayed on 50 mg for 4 months.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">This week was total 16 months of 50 mg/day of
iodine, and I had another ultrasound check. One of these three cyst is
completed gone, and the other two kept shrinking. The fibroid was also
decreased in size noted by the doctor.</span></li>
<li><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">The technician told me that she heard of iodine
protocol because of her other patients also switched from thyroid medicine to
iodine protocol and found reduction in cysts.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">Those who are on iodine protocol and have cysts,
do expect swollen feeling of the uterus, massive bleeding when the cyst erupts.
It will feel like miscarriage, the cramp and bright colour blood. You will also
see cluster of tissues. Do not panic. It is good news.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">Use 10% Lugol's iodine. Start with one drop per
day and doubled it every 3 days until you reach 12 drops, 2 x day (300 mg). I
took this amount because 300 mg is the amount the iodine doctors used to fight
cancer, and, although I have no reason to think I have cancer, that showed that
300 mg was a very effective amount. I'm not recommending everyone do this, I'm
just describing my personal protocol. To be cautious, you could increase the
daily amount by only another drop per day, or even another drop every 2 or 3
days. I have since reduced it to 100 mg/day (which some iodine doctors believe
nearly everyone should take) but continue to take it because of a suspicion I
may have thyroid issues. I am also taking 1/2 tsp Celtic salt (I put it in
capsules), 2,000 mg Vit C, 1200 mg magnesium, 200 mcg selenium, 1,000 i.u. Vit
E (for my heart), 2,000 mg MSM (for my joints), 2,000 mg Coral calcium (for
everything). When I do this and eat right (no sugars or grains) I feel
absolutely fabulous.</span></li>
<li><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">For those who are taking some kind of synthetic
thyroid medication, I would recommend just as gradually decreasing it while
gradually increasing the iodine. If you start to feel bad, keep taking the
amount of iodine you've reached, but increase the medication some until you
feel normal. But keep gradually increasing the number of drops of iodine and
try again later to decrease the medication.</span><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">
</span><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">The goal is to gradually replace the medication with the iodine that
your body needs.</span></li>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>Further reading<o:p></o:p></u></b></div>
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<li>·<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">Read a book “The Iodine Crisis” by Lynne Farrow</span></li>
<li>·<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">Join the Facebook groups “Iodine Workshop” and
“Iodine Protocols”</span></li>
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<br />Fabuloushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06809823245827693557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-232439006236566313.post-51439241395249090502017-02-22T07:49:00.001+02:002023-03-12T16:48:46.871+02:00Thimble Cottage in Underberg<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Thimble Cottage: Is our much-loved family holiday cottage situated outside of Underberg on the road towards Drakensberg Gardens, with beautiful views of the Drakensberg mountain range and the Umzimkulu River. It has been in our family for over 30 years, and has kept all its charm and rustic appeal. It is the perfect place to simply unwind and relax, get away from it all, write a book, be an artist, laze in the garden, Star-gaze at the night sky or thaw your soul by a flickering fire. For the more adventurous there are long hikes, bicycle rides or tubing down the river. </span><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Prepare yourself delicious meals in our well-equipped kitchen and enjoy a chin-wag eating outside on the beautiful patio.</span></div>
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<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The cottage is a </span><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Self-catering Family holiday home</span><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> set on a 10ha </span><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">smallholding</span><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, with mountains and rivers as far as the eye can see. </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><br />
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<span id="docs-internal-guid-ca9a1ee8-7fff-72cc-bf78-e2df0b390695"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Winter</span><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> is cold, with frost. Days are warm in the late teens and early 20's, nights can be very cold. We have very little rain in winter. July, August and September are our coldest months. Lovely for hiking. Snow can occur occasionally at Thimble cottage, but regularly seen on the mountains.</span></span><br />
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Fabuloushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06809823245827693557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-232439006236566313.post-39908287207602639032017-02-14T12:53:00.003+02:002023-03-16T07:06:09.885+02:00Laminitis in Horses: My StoryLaminitis... a swear word in the horse lovers community. Something I didn't know much about until recently. Each horse is different and each horse owners story is different. I prefer a natural approach. I have pulled my pets (and family) through many things when vets have written them off. This is my story, and where my research led me.<br />
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Photo taken about 2 years Prior.<br />
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Fire is approximately a 15 years old mare, which in my opinion is middle-aged for a horse. Not old! My other horse is still fit and strong at 28! They have been on the same feed for years, which is the only horse feed we can get in our area, but it is quite high in Molasses. I have known Fire since she was 4 years old. I got her rider ready for a friend who owned her at the time. Fire contracted African Horse sickness over the time of her training, I managed to pull her through that one - I'll save that for another story. </div><div>Her owner moved away from the area a few years later, and gave me Fire. She has been a very healthy horse ever since. The photos here are all of her happy and healthy, I really battle to take photo of a sick animal - it just doesn't feel right. </div>
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<b><u>It all started one hot summer stormy night in January:</u></b><br />
We had an enormous electrical storm one night, storms are the norm in the summer months, but this one was seriously electrically charged. It took down most of our electricity, and we were without power for the next 2 days. Did this cause my horse to suddenly be lame the next day? I was not sure.<br />
She was hobbling slightly on the front left, I thought she had probably slipped and will be better in the morning. The next day she was lame in both front feet. And had that typical (what I now know) Laminitis pose where they push out there front legs leaning back into their hindquarters, trying to get the weight off their toes.<br />
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<li>The vet asked me to check for any heat on her hooves. There was nothing abnormal -but we are talking January in Zululand, which equals frigging hot all round. </li>
<li>I was asked to check down her tendons for any re-action change - Nothing.</li>
<li>The general conclusion was: That she had probably injured her neck or back from possibly taking a tumble whilst out running around during the storm. Apparently, according to the vet, the horse can display a similar stance to laminitis from a lower neck injury. She should recover in a few days</li>
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<li>My mare is now lame on all 4 legs, and can hardly walk. I am also battling to get her up from lying down. It is not good for a horse to lie down for extended periods of time, as it puts too much pressure on their organs. As is typical to any horse owner this was now a Sunday, and I made the decision to call our closest vet out (which is 80km away) </li>
<li>The vet did all the same checks I did a couple of days ago. No temperature, heart rate was a bit high (60) which can be an indication of pain. No heat in the feet. Vet's conclusion: A fall with injury to the lower part of the neck as there was slight swelling across her shoulders. </li>
<li>He put her onto Flunexin for 4 days to help with the pain and inflammation </li>
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<li>My farrier very conveniently and luckily did his 6 weekly rounds. He examined my mare and is convinced without a doubt that she has been mis-diagnosed and that she definitely has laminitis. He suggested taking her immediately off her concentrates. </li>
<li>I contacted my vet to let him know, He asked to see her again to check his diagonosis. Which he later considered to be correct, not the farrier. As I am sure you can imagine, I was very confused on what route to go and who's advice to take. </li>
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<li>My vet eventually decided to consult with a horse vet, and got back to me, saying it is laminitis. And that in their opinion it would be best to put her down. They suggested doing x-rays to see if the Pedal boned had turned / dropped in which case they said there is no hope. I was devastated! </li>
<li>I consulted with my farrier who has had a lot of experience in laminitis cases, to which he disagreed with the vet. He said you can save a horse with laminitis even if the pedal bone has dropped, and in his experience: laminitis will heal! It is only about 5% of cases where you actually end up having to put the horse down. This gave me huge hope!</li>
<li>I now at least knew what I was dealing with and on the advice of my farrier, had taken her completely off her concentrates, by this stage she was also off her pain killers. There was zero improvement, but it was also not getting worse.</li>
<li>And so started my research:</li>
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<b><u>Where to now:</u></b><br />
Even though I knew I had to get Fire off her molasses rich concentrated feed, My intuition still told me that this had to be diet related (as most things are). Which meant I would still need to get whatever she needed into her.<br />
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I did a whole stack of research, with a few very interesting helpful sites which I shall quote from below, so that my story might also help you in your research.<br />
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<li>I found Pinterest (Search Laminitis in horses) quite helpful and pinned what I considered the most helpful pins onto my board "<a href="https://za.pinterest.com/FabulousRecipes/furry-pet-care/" target="_blank">Furry Pet Care</a>" </li>
<li><a href="https://murdochmethod.com/natural-treatment-of-chronic-laminitis/" target="_blank">This site</a> is very informative on what a laminitis horse is lacking in its diet. And how to fix it.</li>
<li><a href="http://petremedycharts.blogspot.co.za/2011/01/laminitis-in-horses.html" target="_blank">This site</a> gives great alternative therapy techniques and homeopathic remedies</li>
<li>For showing the progression and how to see it in the white line of the hoof <a href="http://www.all-natural-horse-care.com/laminitis-in-horses.html" target="_blank">look here</a></li>
<li>There are quite a few Facebook chat groups about horses with Laminitis. You may wish to also check those out. </li>
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As far as I understand: A Laminitic horse more than likely has an insulin problem and needs to be taken off all sugar immediately. Our marulas are out in full fruit in January, maybe this is what set Fire over the edge... coz, oh boy... she does love those sweet juicy marulas that have dropped all over the ground. My horse has 200 plus hectares to roam free on, plenty of space to work off the sugar. I confine them at night, their night paddock is about 1ha in size. Admittedly they are more lap pets than riding pets. They have a lovely, cushy, relaxed life!<br />
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<span face=""helvetica neue" , "helvetica" , "arial" , "verdana" , sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #666666;"><span>Many laminitis horses have elevated insulin levels in their blood. The reason the insulin is elevated is that it is not able to get into the cells. Normally when a sugar or carbohydrate is eaten, the blood sugar levels increase, insulin is secreted by the pancreas, glucose is carried into the cells by the insulin and the blood sugar goes back to normal. In insulin resistance, the cell walls are too stiff to let the insulin do its job properly. So the glucose, instead of providing energy for the cells, gets stored as fat.</span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="background-color: white; word-spacing: 1px;"><span face=""helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif" style="color: #666666;">domestic horses are given huge amounts of high nutrient grasses and confined to much smaller areas. This results in a horse who consumes more sugars than it's body can handle - as it's not burning them off with movement - and this is often the main cause of laminitis in horses.</span></span></blockquote>
Nutritional support is very important to a horse with laminitis. There are different views on the web about most of these things, but this is what resounded with me:<br />
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<li>The horse must be able to move freely but within the confines of a paddock, She needs to be able to burn off any sugar in her body. Also a horse that does not move is more likely to get colic. A horse's digestive system is vital to their continual movement. </li>
<li>Take the shoes off and do regular bare-foot trimming.</li>
<li>There are different view on whether or not to put in a wedge on the heel or not. After some research, I decided against this, as people who had gone this route said it did not help, and eventually the wedge was removed. The hoof also naturally changes its shape over the laminitis period in an attempt to rectify itself. I decided to let the body attempt to heal itself. </li>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Fire being super inquisitive about a python in her paddock.</td></tr>
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<span style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">It is interesting to note from this photo some tell tale signs of a possible laminitic case horse. I only learnt about these very recently. below is a quote from Horse Channel:</span></span><br />
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<span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><span face=""helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif" style="color: #666666;">Horses and ponies with EMS often have telltale symptoms, including a tendency toward obesity, insulin resistance and recurrent laminitis. Abnormal fat deposits along the crest of the neck, tail-head and above the eyes are typical, even when the horse is at a normal weight. The condition most often occurs in ponies and other breeds that evolved under harsh conditions and tend to be easy keepers.</span></span></div>
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<span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><span face=""helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif" style="color: #666666;">Horses with PPID may have symptoms similar to EMS, such as patchy fat deposits and insulin resistance, but PPID usually begins to appear in older horses (over age 15). They may also start to lose topline muscling and develop a thick haircoat that sheds out later than normal, or eventually not at all.</span></span></div>
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<span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><span face=""helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif" style="color: #666666;">If you suspect your horse has either of these conditions, schedule a vet visit for blood tests that will help confirm a diagnosis. If your horse has a metabolic disease, consider it a huge warning flag that he is at high risk for pasture-associated laminitis.</span></span></div>
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<b><u>My objectives were:</u></b></div>
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<li>To get fire off sugar</li>
<li>To get her weight down</li>
<li>To give her the Minerals & Vitamins she needed to heal.</li>
<li>Get her gut flora right (as with most things, this also start in the gut)</li>
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It is not that easy to get feed delivered out here to us. </div>
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In the interim, till I could make a better plan, I opted for the below: Adapted to what I had available to me from <a href="https://murdochmethod.com/natural-treatment-of-chronic-laminitis/" target="_blank">this site</a>, and a whole bunch of other extra research:</div>
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<b>For Starters, I fed the below mix twice a day. </b></div>
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The list looks long, but it was quick to mix up, and did Fire (my horse) the world of good. Improvement was visible from the next day already! And only a slight limp 1 week later!</div>
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<li>1 cup <b>Bran </b></li>
<li>3/4 Cup <b>Oats</b></li>
<li>1/2 tsp <b>Salt </b>(I used pink Himalayan as it has more trace elements and minerals)</li>
<li>1 capsule <b>Vitamin E</b></li>
<li>2 Tbls <b>Linseed </b>/ Flaxseed crushed in a coffee grinder or food processor. (do not soak! See why <a href="http://www.understanding-horse-nutrition.com/flax-seed.html" target="_blank">here</a>): High in omegas and Essential Fatty Acids. It also has remarkable anti-inflammatory properties. </li>
<li>1 Tbls <b>Apple Cider Vinegar</b></li>
<li>1 Tbls<b> Kombucha Vinegar</b>: <b> </b>This is optional, I brew Kombucha so I added some, it is very good for probiotic health as well as joint health. The vinegar has no more sugar left in it. </li>
<li><b>Rooibos </b>tea. Steep a teabag and allow to cool. Look at the awesome advantages <a href="http://www.horseandpethealth.com/horse-health/vitamins-minerals-and-herbs/rooibos-for-horses-more-valuable-than-you-thought/" target="_blank">here</a></li>
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Mix the above with the rooibos tea (about 60ml) to make a soft (not too wet) mash, Then add this:</div>
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<li>1/4 tsp Blue green <b>algae</b>: for nutrients. "Natures Choice" do a Spirulina powder. </li>
<li>2 capsules <b>Co-Enzyme Q10</b>: OPen up the capsules. Reverses free radical damage and found to be very effective with Laminitis.</li>
<li>1 capsule of <b>Vitamin C</b>: Open it up. Great anti-oxident, nutrient and Immune booster.</li>
<li>1/2 tsp <b>MSM</b> powder: "Nature's choice" does a powder version: Important for the sulphur content which is vital in the laminae of the hoof. </li>
<li>4 tablets <b>Arinca</b>: crushed. For pain</li>
<li>4 tablets Magnesium #8 tissue salt </li>
<li>1 tsp Protexin: an animal pro-biotic. </li>
<li>1 tsp <b>L-Glutamine</b> powder: An important amino acid during stress, and to help tight muscles.</li>
<li>Silicia Tissue Salt #12</li>
<li>#11 Tissue salt</li>
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Before each feed I gave her Eco-heal for the first 4 days, which is an <a href="http://ecovet.co.za/" target="_blank">Eco-vet range</a>. I find their products amazing, The Eco-heal was all I had available to me at the time. But Eco-vet later recommended specially for laminitis: </div>
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<li>Eco Circ (Eco-Vet)</li>
<li>Eco Hair (Eco-Vet)</li>
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I did the above morning and evening until such time as she was walking normally, (With a slight limp). You'll have to go by your gut feel here.</div>
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I then only fed her the top 8 ingredients in the morning, and did the whole lot for her evening feed.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Out exploring the bush - Fire before her Laminitis</td></tr>
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<b><b><u><b><u>What to Feed next:</u></b></u></b></b><br />
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I did a fair amount of research on this. It is still (even more so now) for your horse to get a balanced diet. But without sugar! I would strongly suggest never going back onto a diet containing molasses, as laminitis can re-occur. Your horse is more prone to it now than before. My horses are fortunate enough to have a lot of grazing. We also have not had much rain, so our grass is pretty dry. But in the cases with pastures that are lush and sweet, you will need to confine your laminitic horse into any area without green grass and feed hay. No sugar allowed... remember.</div>
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There are quite a few sugar free feeds out there which are fine for laminitis horses: These are the ones I found suitable in South Africa.</div>
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<b><u>Laminitis Suitable Feeds in SA:</u></b></div>
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I opted on the Pasture Plus and the Speedi beet, mainly because <a href="http://www.assagayfeeds.co.za/" target="_blank">Assagay Feeds</a> could get the feed delivered to a town not too far from us. Speedi Beet is an amazing feed, I can highly recommend it to any horse lover. </div>
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<li><a href="http://www.spurwinghorsefeed.co.za/" target="_blank">Spurwing Feeds</a>: Pasture Plus </li>
<li><a href="http://www.equusfeeds.co.za/" target="_blank">Equus Feeds</a>: Safe & Lite</li>
<li><a href="https://www.sahorsefeeds.co.za/speedi-beet-cbaz" target="_blank">SA-Horse Feeds</a> - Speedi Beet</li>
<li><a href="http://www.equifeeds.co.za/dodson--horrell-kwikbeet.html" target="_blank">EquiFeeds:</a> Kwik Beet</li>
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I also get hold of of some supplements to compliment the feed.</div>
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<ul>
<li>Digestion mix (the herbal horse)</li>
<li>Ultimate mix (the herbal horse)</li>
<li>Rooibos</li>
<li>Salt lick</li>
<li>Royalynne (Equine Care, pet care) facebook group. I would recommend looking into her products.</li>
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<b>Your attitude</b></div>
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Yip, this plays a huge role. You are probably very stressed about the condition of your horse. Try to remain as calm as possible. Your horse is in tune with your emotions. Do what you can for your horse and let it go. Let the emotions go. Picture in your mind's eye, everyday when you go to feed your horse, what it normally does when it is healthy: hold this thought. Your thoughts are very powerful and will create your reality. Life is about lessons learnt, try to figure out what lesson this situation is teaching you, Maybe it is patience, maybe it is letting go of fear. Once you figure out the lesson there is no longer a need for it. Picture beautiful healing white light coming down over yourself and your horse let it continually stay there. <br />
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<b>1 month later:</b><br />
I am absolutely amazed by the improvement in Fire. I have started letting her out her camp again to graze with Thunder (my gelding) in the afternoons. It was almost a month to the day, that she attempted trotting again on her own. </div>
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<b>1 year later:</b><br />
Fire contracted Laminitis again exactly 1 year later. This time from the delicious Marulas which drop indigenous fruit all over the farm. This is more than likely what set her off a year ago. She does love those sweet Marulas!. I had to keep her within her paddock for 4 months with no Marula trees! This time she was not nearly as bad, and recovered a lot faster. A lot of people suggest a dry sand paddock. Mine is not. It is grassed, but I cut the grass short. The grass is green from summer rains and she can run around in the paddock to burn off excess sugar and to graze. She still improves doing this. </div>
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</div>Fabuloushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06809823245827693557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-232439006236566313.post-39658696360922727602015-05-11T08:39:00.001+02:002015-05-11T08:39:40.975+02:00Dukkah SpiceGuests of ours recently spoilt us, with making this most wonderful spice. They very kindly shared the recipe, which is based on the traditional Egyptian Dukkah Recipe (but better!). This is the most Fabulous deliciously yummy spice, I found myself sprinkling it in on almost everything, even just gobbling straight out my hand.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Dukkah spice</td></tr>
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<a name='more'></a><b><u><i>Ingredients:</i></u></b><br />
<i>100g (about 2/3 Cup) Hazelnuts (or almonds)</i><br />
<i>100g Sesame Seeds</i><br />
<i>2 Tbls (30ml) Cumin Seeds</i><br />
<i>2 Tbls (30ml) Coriander Seeds</i><br />
<i>1 tsp (5ml) Freshly Ground Black Pepper</i><br />
<i>1 tsp (5ml) Sea Salt (or pink Himalayan)</i><br />
<i>2 Tbls (30ml) Paprika</i><br />
<i>1/2 tsp (2,5ml) Turmeric</i><br />
<i>1/2 tsp (2,5ml) Cayenne pepper (optional)</i><br />
<i>1 tsp (5ml) dried ground ginger</i><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Some of the ingredients for the dukkah</td></tr>
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<b><u>Method:</u></b><br />
* Heat a medium sized frying pan over medium heat. Dry roast (without oil) the <b>nuts</b>, and <b>Sesame</b>, <b>Cumin </b>and <b>Coriander seeds </b>in the pan<b>, </b>stirring until a lovely golden colour (about 7 minutes or so)<br />
* Add <b>remaining ingredients </b>and mix to combine.<br />
* Place <b>all</b> in a food processor and whizz until coarsely chopped.<br />
* Adjust salt to taste<br />
* Store in an air tight container.<br />
* And voila - that is it. So easy and so delicious!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Food processing the spice</td></tr>
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<b><u>Tips and Suggestions:</u></b><br />
* You can substitute the Hazelnuts for <b>Pistachio nuts, </b>or <b>almonds</b><br />
* Add as a spice to <b>curries</b>, or over <b>roasted veg</b>. <br />
* Lovely sprinkled over a<b> fresh salad</b><br />
* Add a pinch a <b>chilli </b>powder or <b>cayenne </b>pepper, for a bit of a bite.<br />
* <b>Traditionally </b>served with crusty home bread and olive oil.<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><u style="font-weight: bold;">Cooking:</u> 10 minutes</span><br />
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Keren: Fabulous farmlifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03288613585455714790noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-232439006236566313.post-18779984477293886182015-04-04T10:55:00.001+02:002015-11-17T14:33:43.922+02:00Cold and Flu Remedies Part 2<b><u><span style="font-size: large;">COMMON COLD and FLU-LIKE NATURAL REMEDIES:</span></u></b><br />
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I'm very much towards the natural approach to healing. But like all things you have to listen to your body... and more importantly, your essence / heart / what feels right to you? If you are running a fever or your lungs feel tight, then don't hesitate to see your local best doc, they are, after all, trained to make you healthy.<br />
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So saying... here are my remedies, which work for me and my family, and this way we manage to combat almost every cold without visiting that doc. <br />
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<b><u>The minute you feel that first inkling of a cold starting:</u></b><br />
* <b>Olive leaf </b>spray<br />
* boost the <b>vitamin C</b> intake,<br />
* Take a daily <b>probiotic</b>. Germs often start spreading from the stomach<br />
* Take a daily <b>multi-vitamin</b><br />
* Check your <b>PH level</b>. Germs thrive in an acid condition. You can buy a test kit from your local chemist, which usually involves putting a bit of linctus paper in your mouth then testing it against a chart. If you are under 7, you may need to take a alkaline powder.<br />
* <b>A positive mind</b>. Say to yourself out loud. "I AM HEALTHY" at least 10 times, and then another 10 times just before you fall asleep at night. <b>What your mind believes the body achieves</b>.<br />
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<b><u>OLIVE LEAF SPRAY;</u></b><br />
<b><u>Ingredients:</u></b><br />
<i>2 tsp (10 ml) Olive Leaf extract</i><br />
<i>25 ml Colloidal Silver</i><br />
Both Olive leaf extract and Colloidal silver are available at your local pharmacy. I get my olive leaf extract from our local homeopath. <br />
<b><u>Method:</u></b><br />
* Mix in a small pump spray bottle:<br />
<b><u>Directions:</u></b><br />
* Spray 3 sprays into a clean mouth every hour for 3 doses, then reduce to every 2 hours<br />
* Great for kids too! <br />
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<b><u>FOR A SORE THROAT:</u></b><br />
<b><u>Ingredients:</u></b><br />
2 Tbls Salt<br />
<i>2 Tbls fresh Lemon juice</i><br />
<i>a Little Warm water</i><br />
<b><u>Method:</u></b><br />
* Mix all together in a cup and gargle. Do this every hour for 3 doses, then reduce to every 2 hours<br />
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<b><u>FOR THE COMMON COLD OR FLU SYMPTOMS:</u></b><br />
<b><u>Ingredients:</u></b><br />
<i>2 Tbls (30 ml) Raw Honey</i><br />
<i>2 Tbls (30 ml) fresh Lemon juice</i><br />
<i>1 tsp (5 ml) Turmeric</i><br />
<i>1 tsp (5 ml) grated Ginger (or a sprinkle of dried)</i><br />
<i>Sprinkle of Cayenne Pepper</i><br />
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* Mix all together in a little bowl<br />
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* Take regular teaspoons 3 times a day<br />
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<i><br /></i>Keren: Fabulous farmlifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03288613585455714790noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-232439006236566313.post-56289870975037113392015-03-23T08:35:00.000+02:002015-04-04T10:57:15.139+02:00Apple and Pineapple Crumble<b><u><span style="font-size: large;">APPLE and PINEAPPLE CRUMBLE</span></u></b><br />
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This is such a lovely easy desserts, or for tea. Kids love to help with crumbling the butter into the flour - such fun! The oats, apples and pineapple make it pretty healthy too - Yummy!</div>
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<i>1 can (400g) unsweetened pie apples</i></div>
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<i>2 fresh apples, peeled, cored and cubed</i></div>
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<i>1 fresh pineapple, peeled and cubed</i></div>
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<i>2 Tbls (30ml) Apple Juice</i></div>
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<i>1/2 cup (125ml) flour</i></div>
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<i>1/2 cup (250ml) brown sugar</i></div>
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<i>1 tsp (5ml) cinnamon</i></div>
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<i>A sprinkle of nutmeg</i></div>
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<i>75g Butter</i></div>
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<i>1/2 Cup (125g) Rolled oats</i></div>
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<u><b>Method:</b></u></div>
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- Mix the <b>Apples </b>and <b>pineapple </b>together and put in a medium sized oven proof dish.</div>
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- Add the <b>apple Juice</b>.</div>
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- Mix the <b>flour</b>, <b>sugar</b>, <b>cinnamon </b>and <b>nutmeg </b>together in a separate bowl.</div>
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- Add the <b>butter</b>, and rub into the flour mixture, until it resembles breadcrumbs.</div>
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- Mix in the <b>oats</b> to the flour / butter mix.</div>
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- Sprinkle the crumbly topping evenly over the apples.</div>
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- Bake at <b>190 degrees C</b> for about <b>35 minutes</b> or until the topping is golden brown.</div>
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- Serve warm with cream, custard or ice-cream<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u>Preparation:</u></b> 20 minutes</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><u style="font-weight: bold;">Cooking:</u> 35 minutes</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u>Serves:</u></b> 8 </span><br />
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* You can <b>substitute </b>the pineapple for <b>pears </b>or <b>peaches</b><br />
* for extra decadence sprinkle in a handful of<b> raisins </b>before adding the crumble.<br />
* Add a handful of<b> crushed almond</b>s into the crumble mix for a more nutty flavour<br />
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I love this recipe - it is super duper easy and the whole family just loves them, Just my sort of thing. I have been asked so many times for the recipe over the years. So this is one you are going to have to print out. Have any of you heard of <a href="http://www.yummly.com/page/fabulous-farm-living" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Yummly</a>? I keep my favourite recipes on there - it is an awesome site. The oats are nice and healthy,as is the handful of nuts, seeds or both. This is a really kid friendly, in both the making process.... and the eating process!<br />
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<strong><u>Ingredients:</u></strong><br />
<i>1 cup (250ml or 120g) Flour<br />3 ml Bicarbonate of soda (baking soda)</i><br />
<i>pinch of salt<br />1 cup (250ml or 90g) Rolled oats<br />1 cup (250ml or 200g) Sugar<br />1 cup (250ml or 80g) Desiccated coconut</i><br />
<i>A handful of seeds (sunflower, linseed), peanuts or a mix (optional)</i><br />
<i>125g Butter<br />30ml Syrup or honey (optional)<br />A little water may be needed</i><br />
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<b><u>Method:</u></b><br />
- Sift <b>Flour</b>, <b>salt </b>and <b>bicarbonate of soda</b> into a mixing bowl.<br />
- Add <b>oats</b>, <b>sugar</b>, <b>coconut</b>, <b>nuts and seeds</b>.<br />
- Melt <b>butter </b>and <b>syrup </b>and add to the dry ingredients.<br />
- A little <b>water </b>may be needed to get the mixture to form into nice balls (but not wet)<br />
- Shape tablespoons of mixture into balls. They will flatten out in the oven. <br />
- Grease a large baking tray and place balls about 7cm apart<br />
Bake at <b>180°C </b>for <b>20 minutes</b> or until golden.<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u>Preparation:</u></b> 15 minutes</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><u style="font-weight: bold;">Cooking:</u> 20 minutes</span><br />
<b style="text-decoration: underline;">Makes:</b> 30<br />
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This is the staple diet of the majority of South African's, made from <b>maize meal</b>, which is ground up dried <b>corn</b>. It is also the most <b>popular side dish</b> at a <b>braai (barbeque) </b>in Africa. SA Kids and adults love it! It is usually <b>served with a tomato and onion relish</b> or gravy. Or served with a stew, to soak up all that delicious gravy. It is even eaten for <b>breakfast </b>with milk and sugar as a porridge. <br />
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<b><u>Ingredients for the Pap</u></b> (Maize meal)<br />
<i>2 cups (500 ml) water</i><br />
<i>1/2 tsp (2,5ml) salt</i><br />
<i>1 cup (250 ml) maize meal </i><br />
<i>1 Tbls (15ml) butter</i><br />
<u>Optional extras:</u><i> </i><br />
<i>1 x tin sweetcorn</i><br />
<i>1 x tsp Crushed Garlic</i><br />
<i>1 x 400g Tin Tomato and onion mix </i><br />
<i>200g grated cheddar cheese</i><br />
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<b><u>Method:</u></b><br />
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* Put the <b>water</b> and <b>salt</b> in a saucepan. Bring to the boil.<br />
* <u>Optional:</u> You can add a tin of <b>sweetcorn</b> at this stage, or a teaspoon of <b>garlic</b>.</div>
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* Turn to a low heat once boiling and immediately add in the <b>butter </b>and the <b>maize meal</b>. Don't wait for the water to cool. Mix to combine.</div>
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* Adjust with extra water or maize meal to the consistency of your liking. I like it the <b>same consistency as mashed potato. </b><br />
*<u> Optional:</u> Smooth off the top of the pap in the pot. and smooth over a tin of<b> tomato and onion</b> mix. cover with grated <b>cheese</b>. </div>
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* Leave to cook covered on a <b>low heat </b>for about 30 minutes. Turn the heat right down so it stays warm, it can stay like this for ages until the braai / bbq is done</div>
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* Serve hot<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u>Preparation:</u></b> 5 minutes</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><u style="font-weight: bold;">Cooking:</u> 30 minutes</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u>Serves:</u></b> 8 as a side dish</span><br />
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<b style="font-family: inherit;"><u>Tips and Suggestions:</u></b></div>
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* For a braai / bbq side dish I add a tin of <b>tomato and onion sauce</b> to the top of the pap (don't mix it in), and <b>grated cheese</b> on top of that. this melts over the top, so as you spoon out the pap you get a bit of pap with tomato and onion and melted cheese - mmmm... delicious<br />
* Mix in a tin on <b>sweetcorn</b> to the water just before mixing in the pap for some extra decadence<br />
* Also wonderful for <b>breakfast</b> (like a porridge), Add some extra milk when cooking, so it is a bit more of a sloshy mix. Scoop out some made pap into a bowl, and add <b>milk </b>and <b>honey</b><br />
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I was looking for inspiration for a fantastic <b>thick chunky vegetarian curry</b> recipe, but none particularly appealed to me, So, once again, I fell back on my own inspiration and wanting of <b>good healthy food</b>. I ended up with this wonderful recipe, which I use regularly and adapt according to what's in season. Perfect for a cold rainy evening. It is <b>Vegan</b>, and <b>Gluten Free, </b>and <b>only uses one pot </b>(bonus!). <b> </b>I hope you <b>love it</b> as much as my family does.<br />
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<i>Olive oil</i><br />
<i>1 Onion, quartered and sliced</i><br />
<i>1 Tbls, Garlic crushed</i><br />
<i>1 Tin Tomato diced (410 grams)</i><br />
<i>1 Tbls (15 ml) Tumeric</i><br />
<i>1 Tbls (15 ml) Curry powder</i><br />
<i>1 t (5 ml) Fenugreek</i><br />
<i>1 t (5 ml) yellow mustard seeds</i><br />
<i>1 cup (250ml) water</i><br />
<i>1 t vegetable stock</i><br />
<i>1 handful (about 80 ml) dry lentils</i><br />
<i>1 handful (about 80 ml) dry soya beans, or beans of your choice</i><br />
<i>3 potatoes, peeled and cubed</i><br />
<i>1/2 Butternut squash, peeled and cubed / about 1 cup pumpkin</i><br />
<i>5 zucchini / baby marrow, thickly sliced</i><br />
<i>2 Carrots, peeled and thickly sliced</i><br />
<i>Cayenne Pepper</i><br />
<i>Salt and Pepper to taste</i><br />
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* Slosh a bit of <b>olive oil </b>into a medium sized pot, enough to coat the bottom<br />
* Add the sliced <b>onions</b>, and fry over medium heat until just turning golden<br />
* Add <b>garlic</b>, fry a bit longer<br />
* Add the <b>tin of diced tomato</b>, and the next 4 ingredient <b>spices</b>.<br />
* Add the <b>water</b>, and <b>veggie stock</b>, as well as the <b>beans</b>, and <b>lentils.</b><br />
* Simmer for about 20 minutes, then add the <b>potatoes</b> and <b>Butternut</b> (or pumpkin) and simmer<br />
for about another 10 minutes. <br />
* Add the <b>carrots </b>and <b>zucchini</b>, and simmer until the potatoes and butternut are soft enough to easy poke with a knife. <br />
* Add a sprinkle of <b>Cayenne Pepper</b>.<br />
* Taste.... add <b>salt</b>, <b>pepper</b>, or more curry powder according to your buds.<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u>Preparation:</u></b> 15 minutes</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><u style="font-weight: bold;">Cooking:</u> 50 minutes</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u>Serves:</u></b> 6</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">(All Approximates)</span><br />
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<b style="font-family: inherit;"><u>Tips and Suggestions:</u></b><br />
* Serve with <b>Poppadoms</b>, <b>sambals</b>, and <b>Basmati rice</b>. <br />
* Cook the <b>rice</b> in half<b> coconut milk </b>half<b> water</b> - Fabu-licious!!!</div>
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<br />Keren: Fabulous farmlifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03288613585455714790noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-232439006236566313.post-19559690680531375252015-02-27T09:26:00.002+02:002015-03-04T12:21:01.270+02:00The Best Chocolate Brownies<u style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">GRANNY’s BEST CHOCOLATE BROWNIES.... EVER</span></b></u><br />
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: inherit;">This recipe is my Gran's. She honestly makes the best brownies ever. It is superb, and </span>definitely<span style="font-family: inherit;"> the </span>simplest<span style="font-family: inherit;"> most delicious Brownie recipe I have ever come across. And believe me... I have tried a few.</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>One cup </i></span></span><i>(250ml) </i><i style="font-family: inherit;">Self raising Flower </i></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>125 grams melted Margarine</i></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: inherit;">* Mix all dry ingredients together</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Tin size approx. 28 by 18 cm deep.</span></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: inherit;">* Approximately 24 brownies</span></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-family: inherit;">* For some extra added decadence chop up dark chocolate and add it into </span>the<span style="font-family: inherit;"> mix when adding the eggs and milk.</span></span><br />
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Keren: Fabulous farmlifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03288613585455714790noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-232439006236566313.post-11051107274338564772015-01-30T12:02:00.001+02:002015-02-27T09:28:44.524+02:00Building our PoolOur summer heat and humidity, is only just bearable. We did a toss up between building a small cottage for family guests or building a pool. After wading our way through another stifling hot sticky February - the pool Won - guests lost! "Ag shame" you might say in true South African-ism... but we have a guest house on the farm we holiday let out anyhow... they can stay there in all its luxury! - see <a href="http://fabulous-farmliving.blogspot.com/2014/03/chumbi-bush-house.html" target="_blank">Chumbi Bush House</a>.<br />
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Here are some pics from start to finish. I got a lot of inspiration from my fav inspiring spot: Pinterest. Check out my Pinterest board: <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/FabulousRecipes/gorgeous-gardens-pools/" target="_blank">Gorgeous Gardens and Pools</a> for some awesome ideas.<br />
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As all things should start with some sort of plan... here is our very rough sketch. Which of course got changed a gazillion times during the actual building process - but still... it was a plan.<br />
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Then came a basic layout so we would know how much turf to dig up. We used a garden hose pipe<br />
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We started the big dig, getting in a TLB machine to all that intensive labour. Of course all the animals had to see if they approved of what was happening to "their" garden.<br />
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The base of the pool got compacted, and then a cement base was laid.<br />
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Next came the walls, Note the bitumen waterproofing around the area that will be under the ground. The far side is where ther will be one large step / kiddies pool area. The jets for piping can be seeing coming through the walls which will eventually go around the pool to the pump. </div>
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Then came the fiber glassing. We decided to fiberglass rather than marbelite, as there is less chance of cracking in our sandy soils. The colour we chose is quite unusual, but we wanted it to fit in with the natural soil colours, giving the impression of a natural pool. The structure at the back is a waterfall - the sound of tinkling water on a hot day is so cooling. Note the"martini seat" on the far edge to sit chest high in water and take in the beautiful bush views. </div>
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And the finished pool, with the waterfall, and decking around the one edge, the rest we left grass. The perfect place to relax after a long hot day. </div>
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Keren: Fabulous farmlifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03288613585455714790noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-232439006236566313.post-13627476818036704862014-04-14T10:04:00.001+02:002023-10-17T11:55:03.534+02:00Hand Raising a wild antelope<b><u><span style="font-size: large;">HAND-RAISING 'JINX' - a RED DUIKER</span></u></b><br />
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I have had the most wonderful opportunities in life, and one of those was being able to hand raise a few wild animals - many birds, a wood owl, a genet and a red duiker. The red duiker I got the most attached to, he was a pleasure to watch develop into a characterful little animal - full of spunk. <br />
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Since then I have been asked fairly frequently for advice on how to hand raise other animals. There is not much out there in knowledge of hand-rearing wildlife. Hence this post on Hand raising an antelope. Instead of spending ages on a phone explaining the ins and outs of caring for your antelope - I can now just say " read my blog"!<br />
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<b><u>BEFORE I START:</u></b><br />
* Please contact your State Vet, or Conservation office to let them know that you are caring for a wild animal. <br />
* A orphaned antelope is totally reliant on its mother, and the natural mother is always best for it, Fostering with another mother is second best, and hand rearing as a last resort. <br />
* It is extremely time consuming - like having a new born baby in the home. Don't even consider it if you can't commit. Rather locate your local animal rescue center:<br />
<u><b>Animal and Bird Rescue Centres within SA:</b></u><br />
<a href="http://www.africanraptor.co.za/wordpress/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">African Bird of Prey Sanctuary</a><br />
<a href="http://crowkzn.co.za/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Center for Rehabilitation of Wildlife</a> (CROW)<br />
<a href="http://www.freemewildlife.org.za/home/index.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Freeme Wildlife Rehabilitaion Center</a><br />
<a href="http://wildcareafrica.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wildcare Africa</a><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Jinx Picked up by a Sympathetic tourist</td></tr>
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<b><u>JINX's STORY:</u></b><br />
I had tried raising a red duiker before and was unsuccessful, You never know what they arrive with, and sometimes the mother has abandoned them because they are weak, and are holding her or the herd back. So I named the little red duiker that arrived with me "Jinx". He was less than 6 weeks when he arrived and his story is a sad one, in that his mother was poached for bush meat and Jinx was being sold on the side of the road for the "sympathetic tourist trade". <br />
<b>As a word of warning</b> - please do not buy wildlife from the side of the road, as you are just promoting this kind of business. Rather report it to your local State vet, Conservation office, or rehabilitation center. Jinx, was not paid for, but rather confiscated by one of the passing rangers in the area. He was literally only a few weeks old when he came to me.<br />
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I raised him successfully, then the <b>hard part came in letting go</b>. I would let him out his pen a few hours a day. We live on a game farm, so it was natural for him to slowly venture further and further. He would stay out longer and longer. He found himself a girlfriend when he was about 8 months old. And of course he wanted to show his girlfriend the best spot to get apples and carrots (his favorite) but the girlfriend was having none of his in-laws (us), And Jinx had to choose: us or the girlfriend. Guess who won? And that was the last we saw of Jinx. It was extremely gratifying to have been able to release him successfully from our care. <br />
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<b><u>DON'T GET TOO ATTACHED:</u></b><br />
* This is the difficult part, because (A) they are just too cute and adorable, (B) hey... this could be Bambi. But the harsh reality is that we are not the best antelope mothers.<br />
* Wild animals are very prone to <b>Stress</b>, and can often just die within a few days from that. They are also prone to <b>infections </b>and <b>digestive problems</b>. If the little antelope makes it past the first week, you can count yourself very privileged.<br />
* Try not to tame, or imprint yourself on the animal, as this can cause problems later. Males can also be aggressive, so you need to be strict from the outset not to practice their fighting skills on you. You are the "mother" not their play mate. I had the most awesome dog at the time called "Tamboti" she became Jinx's play mate and protector.<br />
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<b><u>TO START:</u></b><br />
* When you first get in a wild antelope (or any wild animal), they are extremely stressed. <b>Stress </b>is a killer in animals and birds. Keep it away from as many prying eyes as possible. Enclose it in a dark warm comfortable place for about an hour, A <b>large cardboard box</b> with an <b>old blanket</b> and <b>breathing holes</b> works well, put a small <b>bowl of water</b> in with the animal. Now leave it alone. If the animal is injured, you will need to call out a vet. <br />
* If the animal is a new born and the <b>umbilical cord</b> is still wet, you need to clean with a <b>tincture of iodine</b> or colloidal silver or a disinfectant cream- very important as infection can set in through this area. <br />
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<b><u>A NEW HOME:</u></b><br />
* You need an area Somewhere, <b>Quiet</b>, <b>dry</b>, <b>warm</b>, and <b>safe. </b> A spot to hide (box, crate, bales of hay), with no windows it can run into. <br />
* A <b>fenced area</b> where it can venture out to get its daily dose of Vitamin D (as in <b>Sunshine</b>). A garage, store-room, shed, or stables works well<br />
* You will need to install an <b>infra-red light</b> for warmth. I found that this was easiest to cut a whole in the top of the box, and suspend the light over the box. Not too close, otherwise it gets really hot in there.<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* After a few days the young animal may be taken out during the day into a small pen with shade, and then taken back to its shelter at night. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* Make sure there are no poisonous plants in its pen. </span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tamboti and Jinx - best play mates</td></tr>
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<b><u>FEEDING YOUR ANTELOPE:</u></b><br />
<b><u>What you will need:</u></b><br />
* A Baby bottle<br />
* A baby teat for the bottle. Or a calf teat for larger antelopes (usually available from the farmers co-op or your local vet. <br />
<b><u><span style="font-family: inherit;">Feeding Time:</span></u></b><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">* You will need to <b>weigh your antelope</b>. The easiest is to weigh yourself, then pick up the animal, and subtract the two weights</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* The <b>first feed</b>, give <b>only water</b> with a bottle </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Add <b>electrolytes </b>into the water ("Darrows" -available from most vets 1ml to 10ml water). Gradually add milk until the formula below is used. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* Feed <b>10-15%</b> of the animal's <b>body weight</b> per <b>day</b>, divided into 4-5 feeds. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">(i.e.
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* Start off slowly, with 60ml milk per 10kg body weight
<b>per feed</b> and increase gradually. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">* See the <b>milk formulas below</b></span><br />
* Milk formula must be given at body temperature (38ºC) I found it easiest just to insert the bottle in a bowl of hot water until warm.<br />
* I have found it best to sit on the floor with a towel, and have the young antelope lie with its back against my body. <br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* Insert your <b>finger </b>gently into the corner of the mouth followed by the <b>teat</b>. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* <b>Massage </b>the <b>gums
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* <b>Speak </b>to the animal
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* <b>Blow </b>gently on it’s
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* the Antelope will often chew at the teat to start, <b>be patient</b> it will </span>eventually<span style="font-family: inherit;"> realize it is food, The first bottle may take a while.</span></div>
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* <b>Stroke </b>the <b>back </b>and <b>tail </b>whilst feeding to stimulate digestion. </div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* Bottles and teats to
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* Bottles and teats to
be <b>sterilized </b>before each feed.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* <b>Supply fresh clean water at all times.</b></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Jinx getting fed by me from his safe zone - a comfy warm box</td></tr>
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<b style="font-family: inherit;"><u>Formulas</u></b><b style="font-family: inherit;">: </b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Below is a variety of different formulas for antelopes that were given to me. The <b>cream </b>and <b>egg yolk</b> are very important as an antelope has a high fat, high protein diet. The protexin is a <b>pro-biotic</b> also extremely important. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">1L Fresh Full Cream cow's milk<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">60ml Fresh cream<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">10ml egg yolk<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Pinch of Protexin (from vet) every 2nd feed. (This is a <b>pro-biotic </b>- very Important!)</span></div>
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<b><u><span style="font-family: inherit;">which worked out per feed:<o:p></o:p></span></u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">1kg body weight feed 150ml per day divided into 5 feeds (every 4 hours)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">30ml Full Cream Cow's milk<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">1.8ml cream<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">0.3ml egg yolk (for this I would break an egg into a small bowl, then suck up 0,3ml with a small syringe)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Pinch of Protexin every 2<sup>nd</sup> feed<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">1ml Darrows every 2<sup>nd</sup> feed</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u>Another Formula</u></b><b>: </b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">1L Water<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">9 Tbls (135ml) Nespray (powdered children milk)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">65ml Ideal Milk (evaporated milk)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">1 egg yolk<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Pinch of Protexin (from vet)</span></div>
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<b><u><span style="font-family: inherit;">And Another Formula:<o:p></o:p></span></u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">500ml Fresh cow’s milk<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">40ml of fresh or canned cream (or butter if cream not available)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">1 egg yolk<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">A few drops of vitamin syrup such as Vidaylin<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="font-family: inherit;"><u>And Another Formula:</u></b><b style="font-family: inherit;"> </b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Make up 1L of S26 or SMA or Pelargon Baby formula according to instructions<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">60ml Fresh cream </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Biorem or Protexin</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Jinx in his outside daytime pen</td></tr>
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<b style="font-family: inherit;"><u>Always Supply in their pen:</u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Charcoal from an old fire (for digestion, they will eat it if their tummy is upset)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Sweet potato<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Butternut / pumpkin<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Grapes<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Carrot<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Lettuce<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u>Supply wild food such as fruit and leaves from: (check in a book such what the species eats)</u></b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><st1:city w:st="on">Buffalo</st1:city> Thorn (<i>Ziziphus mucronata</i>)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Red Ivory (<i>Berchemia zeyheri</i>)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Natal Gardenia (<i>Gardenia cornuta</i>)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Sickle Bush (<i>Dichrostachys cinerea</i>)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Wild Fig (<i>Ficus</i> sp.)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Acacia (<i>Acacia </i>sp.)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Duiker berry (<i>Sapium integerrimum</i>)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Green Monkey <st1:city w:st="on">Orange (<i>Strychnos spinosa</i>)</st1:city><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Black Monkey <st1:city w:st="on">Orange (<i>Strychnos madagascariensis</i>)</st1:city></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><st1:city w:st="on">* A<a href="http://astore.amazon.com/fabufarmlivi-20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> good tree book</a> will often inform you of what will browse on the leaves and fruit</st1:city></span></div>
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<st1:city w:st="on"><span style="font-family: inherit;">* In the case of a young antelope, the mother will stimulate it to </span>defecate<span style="font-family: inherit;"> and urinate by licking it's anal area and genitals. In your case (No... I am not asking you to do that!), but you will need to get a bowl with warm water and a damp cloth or piece of cotton wool and rub these areas until such time as it does its droppings and a pee. This is very important, otherwise you will end up with an antelope with bloating, </span>diarrhea or kidney problems.</st1:city></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tamboti, a Genet I was also hand-raising, and Jinx</td></tr>
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<b><u>TAKE THESE PRECAUTIONS:</u></b></div>
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* Antelopes have sharp hooves - be careful</div>
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* A sick, weak or injured animal will need <b>veterinary attention</b> as as soon as possible</div>
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* Do not feed a stressed, weak or chilled animal, <b>Stabilize it first</b>.</div>
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* Feeds must be <b>regular </b>intervals</div>
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* <b>Do NOT overfeed</b> the milk bottle, this can result in bloating or diarrhea. </div>
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* Discard any unfinished milk after a feed. </div>
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* Do Not Squirt the milk into the antelopes mouth as it can go into the lungs causing pneumonia</div>
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* A young antelope may try to head-but you to get milk, as this is what it does to stimulate the milk flow of the mother. It is a completely normal "built in" reaction. Don't turn it into a game, it will back fire on you once it gets horns! </div>
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<b><u>PROBLEMS YOU MAY ENCOUNTER:</u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* The antelope may be full of <b>external parasites</b> (fleas, ticks) You can use frontline with spot-on for <b>cats</b>, or a natural </span>alternative<span style="font-family: inherit;"> such as <b>Diatomaceous earth</b> (<a href="http://fabulous-farmliving.blogspot.com/2013/08/diatomaceous-earth.html" target="_blank">see my post on this</a>).</span></div>
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<b><u><span style="font-family: inherit;">Diarrhoea:<o:p></o:p></span></u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* I fed charcoal in a bowl for it to eat when and if the animal felt like it </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* Add 1 x crushed tissue salts # 9 (Natrium muriaticum) for water imbalamces in with it's milk.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* Take off cream and egg
yolk, and add a 1mm Darrows (electrolytes) to the milk<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* Wash off any faeces
off the tail area. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u>Dehydration:</u></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* You can check an animal for dehydration by pulling the the skin gently, it should go back to how it was, if it stays pulled up, the animal is dehydrated. Eyes will also appear sunken</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* Give only electrolytes in water until the body is back in balance, then continue with the formula.</span><br />
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<b><u>Tips and Suggestions:</u></b><br />
* For more <b>fabulous animal caring tips</b> have a look my <a href="http://fabulous-farmliving.blogspot.com/p/blog-page.html" target="_blank">Furry Pets and Friends</a> Index page<br />
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* Please <b>Comment </b>and <b>share </b>your experiences.</div>
</div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div>Keren: Fabulous farmlifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03288613585455714790noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-232439006236566313.post-60534617301561737332014-03-21T14:00:00.001+02:002023-03-12T16:54:44.234+02:00Chumbi Bush House in Hluhluwe<div style="text-align: center;">
<b>Please visit my official </b><br />
<a href="https://fabulousfarmliving.wixsite.com/chumbi" target="_blank"><b>Chumbi Bush house site HERE.</b></a></div>
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<b><u>OVERVIEW:<o:p></o:p></u></b></div>
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<b>Chumbi Bush House</b> is a place to really
unwind and relax. The perfect spot to write a book or let your creative talents flow. <br />
Chumbi is a <b>Self-catering
Private holiday house</b> set within a <b>private nature reserve</b>,
with bush as far as the eye can see. <br />
It is within an easy drive proximity
to <b>St Lucia World Heritage site</b>, <b>Sodwana Bay</b> and <b>Hluhluwe
National Park</b>. This comfortable Home allows the visitor the
opportunity to experience nature and wildlife at its pristine best from a deck
chair on the veranda. A wonderful place to just <b>relax</b>, go
for <b>walks</b>, <b>fishing</b> nearby on False Bay Lake<o:p></o:p></div>
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The Farm is home to wildebeest, giraffe, warthog,
and a large variety of antelope including Nyala, suni and red duiker. There is
an abundance <b>wildlife</b> and exquisite <b>birdlife</b> for
the avid birdwatchers.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Chumbi House is <b>large and spacious</b>, and offers
complete privacy with 3 bedrooms, accommodating <b>7 people. </b>It has a fully equipped kitchen for self-catering as well as a
beautiful patio <b>braai area</b>. The home is suitable for
couples as well as a family and friends.<o:p></o:p><br />
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<b><u>ACCOMMODATION</u></b><br />
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The house <b>sleeps 78</b> in 3 large spacious
rooms. All rooms have <b>ceiling fans </b>and <b>Mosquito nets</b> and open onto a large
deck with gorgeous views of the indigenous garden and Zululand bush<o:p></o:p></div>
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~ The <b>main bedroom</b>
has a king-size bed and a single bed. Bathroom en-suite with a bath, shower and a outside
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~ The <b>2nd bedroom</b>
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~ The <b>3rd bedroom</b> has 2 single beds, with a shower across the passage .<o:p></o:p><br />
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Summer rainfall area, with generally speaking no more than 2 days of rain at a time. Afternoon thunder showers. January, February and March are hottest months with days being in the 30's and 40's (Celsius).</div>
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Keren: Fabulous farmlifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03288613585455714790noreply@blogger.com4Hluhluwe, South Africa-27.975086182915188 32.312027969091787-27.989185682915188 32.291771969091783 -27.960986682915188 32.33228396909179tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-232439006236566313.post-18236343694743084992014-03-12T16:30:00.002+02:002014-03-20T15:13:33.082+02:00Peppermint Crisp pudding<span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; line-height: 18px;">This is a very typical <b>South African dessert</b>. <b>Quick</b>, <b>simple</b>, very <b>yummy </b>and looks fabulous and best of all - <b>no baking</b> involved! </span><br />
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<a name='more'></a><b style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18px;"><u>Ingredients:</u></b><br />
<em style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18px;">3 Peppermint Crisp chocolates</em><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 18px;"><em>1 Pkt. (200g) Tennis biscuits (cookies)<br />1 Box (2 pkts.) Orley Whip (or 250ml fresh cream)<br />1 Tin (can) Caramelized condensed milk</em></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 18px;">* Whip <b>Orley Whip</b>.<br />* Add <b>condensed milk</b>, and crushed <b>peppermint crisps</b>.<br />* Add layer of <b>biscuits </b>and mixture.<br />* Leave in fridge to set.<br />Serves: 8</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 18px;">- For those living out of SA. Tennis biscuits are square thin coconut biscuits (cookies)</span></span><br />
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<i>1 Cup (250ml) <b>Tamarillos</b>, skinned and chopped.</i><br />
<i>1 Cup (250ml) <b>peppers</b>, chopped. ( I used a mix of sweet caspium peppers and <b>chilli </b>peppers)</i><br />
<i>1 Tbls (15ml) <b>Garlic</b>, crushed.</i><br />
<i>2 Cups (500ml) <b>Sugar</b>.</i><br />
<i>1/2 Cup (125ml) White <b>grape vinegar</b></i><br />
<i>1 Tbls (15ml) Dark <b>Balsamic vinegar</b></i><br />
<i>2 Tbls (30ml) Freshly squeezed<b> lemon Juice</b></i><br />
<i>1/2 tsp (5ml) <b>Salt</b></i><br />
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<b><u>Method</u></b><br />
- Put all the ingredients in a medium sized saucepan<br />
- Keep on a low heat stirring occasionally until all the sugar has turned to liquid.<br />
- Turn up slightly and simmer for about 45 minutes until the jam turns syrupy.<br />
- Test a bit on a spoon, the cooled liquid on the spoon must be thick and syrupy but it will thicken even more on cooling. <br />
- Sterilize a jar in boiling water, and pour the warm jam into the jars.<br />
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<b><u>Tips:</u></b><br />
- Makes about <b>2 cups</b> of jam<br />
- will keep for about a <b>month </b>or so in the fridge<br />
- Can <b>substitute</b> tomatoes for the Tamarillos<br />
- Goes fabulously with <b>cheese</b>. a <b>bbq </b>(braai) or even on a <b>salad</b>.<br />
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Awesome Things Link</span>Keren: Fabulous farmlifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03288613585455714790noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-232439006236566313.post-38546812887188203272014-02-11T15:00:00.000+02:002015-03-04T12:20:28.945+02:00Delicious Shrimp Mousse<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">This recipe is super easy and absolutely fabulous. You are </span>guaranteed<span style="font-family: inherit;"> "Wow" comments. I have been making it for years, and it never fails to impress!</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Shrimp mousse ready for spreading onto biscuits - Yum!</td></tr>
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<a name='more'></a><b style="font-family: inherit;"><u>Ingredients:</u></b></div>
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<i>1 x 400g can <b>Tomato Soup </b></i></div>
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<i>230g (8oz)Plain smooth <b>Cream cheese </b>of your choice (such as Philadelphia)</i><br />
<i>15ml (1T or 20g) </i><b><i>Gelatin</i></b><br />
<i style="font-family: inherit;">3 x 170g cans of <b>Shrimps </b>(do not drain!)</i><br />
<i>1/2 cup (125ml) <b>Onion </b>(finely chopped)</i></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>1/2 cup (125ml) <b>Celery </b>(finely chopped)</i></span></div>
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<i>1 Cup (250ml) </i><b><i>Mayonnaise</i></b></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Stirring in ingredients</td></tr>
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<b><u>Method:</u></b><br />
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* Heat up the <b>soup </b>in a saucepan, add the <b>cheese </b>and allow the cheese to melt completely over low heat.</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* Add the </span><b>gelatin<span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></b><span style="font-family: inherit;">to the soup mixture, and keep stirring over low heat until completely dissolved and mixed through.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">* Remove pot from stove and add the un-drained tins of </span><b style="font-family: inherit;">Shrimps</b><span style="font-family: inherit;">, </span><b style="font-family: inherit;">onion</b><span style="font-family: inherit;">, </span><b style="font-family: inherit;">celery </b><span style="font-family: inherit;">and </span><b>mayonnaise</b><span style="font-family: inherit;">. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* Pour into separate ramekin </span>molds<span style="font-family: inherit;"> or one large </span>mold<span style="font-family: inherit;"> and refrigerate for a few hours until set.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* Turn out from </span>mold<span style="font-family: inherit;">, and decorate with fresh </span>lemon<span style="font-family: inherit;">, </span>parsley<span style="font-family: inherit;"> and biscuits.</span></div>
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<b><u>Tips and Suggestions:</u></b><br />
* To help get the mousse out the mold, place it in a basin of warm water for a minute or so. <br />
* For more <b>Fabulous recipe ideas</b> have a look at this <a href="http://fabulous-farmliving.blogspot.com/p/recipe-index-click-on-recipe-to-take.html" target="_blank">recipe index page</a><br />
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<span lang="EN-US">Here you will find a collection of <b>hand-picked</b> <b>books </b>(most of which are on my bookshelf) where I get a lot of information for my posts. You will also find the items required to make a lot of the <b>products </b>found on my blog. All my favourite things!!! </span><br />
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Keren: Fabulous farmlifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03288613585455714790noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-232439006236566313.post-17576262025985367642014-01-28T15:00:00.000+02:002014-02-19T08:46:38.528+02:00Creamy Salmon Pasta <div class="MsoNormal">
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Cooking up some creamy Salmon pasta</td></tr>
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<b style="font-family: inherit;"><u>Ingredients:</u></b></div>
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<i>400g<b> Pasta</b> of your choice (cooked as per packet directions)</i><br />
<i style="font-family: inherit;">About a Tbls spoon or so of <b>Olive oil </b></i></div>
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<i>1/2 large <b>onion </b>(finely sliced)</i></div>
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<i>1 tsp <b>Garlic </b>(chopped)</i><br />
<i>1 small <b>chilli </b>(seeds removed and finely chopped)</i><br />
<i>about 450g of fresh <b>salmon</b> (Sliced)</i></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>1/2 cup (125ml) <b>cream</b><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<i>1 Tbls (15ml) <b>Cornflour </b>(Maizena)</i><br />
<i>1/2 Cup <b>White Wine</b></i><br />
<i>Juice squeezed from a <b>lemon</b></i><br />
<i>About 1 Tbls Fresh <b>Parsley </b>(less is using dried)</i></div>
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<i>Freshly ground <b>black pepper</b></i><br />
<i><b>Salt </b>to taste</i><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Delicious Salmon Pasta</td></tr>
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<b><u>Method:</u></b></div>
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* Put salted water on to boil in a large pot for <b>pasta</b>. Cook as per packet directions</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* In a separate pan: Fry <b>onions </b>in <b>Olive oil</b> until translucent over medium heat, add <b>garlic </b>and <b>Chilli</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">* Add sliced <b>salmon </b>to the pan and cook for a few minutes.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* Pour in the <b>cream</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* In a cup mix the <b>cornflour </b>with a little of the <b>white wine,</b> add to pan stirring with a wooden spoon to mix through.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">* Pour in the rest the <b>white wine</b>.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">* Squeeze in the <b>lemon juice</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* Add in the freshly chopped <b>parsley</b>,<b> </b><b>ground pepper</b>, and<b> salt </b>to taste</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Serves 4</b></span><br />
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<b><u>Tips and Suggestions:</u></b><br />
* For more <b>Fabulous recipe ideas</b> have a look at this <a href="http://fabulous-farmliving.blogspot.com/p/recipe-index-click-on-recipe-to-take.html" target="_blank">recipe index page</a><br />
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u>References, Additional Reading and Shopping:</u></b></span></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
<span lang="EN-US">Please kindly have a look at my <a href="http://astore.amazon.com/fabufarmlivi-20" target="_blank">"My Favourite things Store"</a>.</span><br />
<span lang="EN-US">Here you will find a collection of <b>hand-picked</b> <b>books </b>(most of which are on my bookshelf) where I get a lot of information for my posts. You will also find the items required to make a lot of the <b>products </b>found on my blog. All my favourite things!!! </span><br />
<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: x-small;">(I receive a small commission for items purchased through <a href="http://astore.amazon.com/fabufarmlivi-20" target="_blank">my store</a> - Thanks in advance for the support.)</span></div>
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Keren: Fabulous farmlifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03288613585455714790noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-232439006236566313.post-23033618362571199412013-12-20T11:47:00.003+02:002015-03-24T12:01:17.463+02:00Sweetcorn BakeThis is my <b>most pinned recipe</b> from my other blog <a href="http://fabulous-food-recipes.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Fabulous Food Recipes</a>. It is an old post but it still gets pinned daily even now. It really is <b>delicious</b>, so... for those of you who have not yet discovered this fab <b>recipe</b>... this is for you. <br />
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It goes fantastically with a <b>braai </b>(barbeque). Really fabulous and different to the normal braai <b>side dishes</b><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Yummy Sweetcorn Bake</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>100g </i></span><i>(3,5oz) </i><i style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Margarine </b></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>2 <b>eggs </b><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>100g </i></span><i>(3,5oz)</i><i style="font-family: inherit;"> self
raising <b>flour </b></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>1 cup (250ml) <b>milk </b><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>1 tin<b> (</b>410g<b> /</b>13,5oz)<b> </b>Creamed <b>Sweetcorn</b><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>1tsp (5ml) <b>salt</b><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<b><u>Method:</u></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* Cream <b>Margarine</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">* Add <b>e</b></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>ggs</b>. mixing in well until light and fluffy. (This takes awhile)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* Fold in (with a spoon) Self Raising <b>Flour </b>and <b>salt</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* Add <b>milk </b>& creamed <b>sweetcorn </b>to flour / egg mixture.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">* Pour into a well greased pie dish</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">* Bake for about 45 mins at 180'C (350'F)</span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u>Preparation:</u></b> 20 minutes</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><u style="font-weight: bold;">Cooking:</u> 45 minutes</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u>Serves:</u></b> 8 as a side dish</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">(All Approximates)</span><br />
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Keren: Fabulous farmlifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03288613585455714790noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-232439006236566313.post-84688723715345252852013-12-12T15:00:00.000+02:002013-12-21T09:37:49.137+02:00What's growing in the Veggie Patch #1<b><u><span style="font-size: large;">RADISH, LETTUCE and STRAWBERRIES:</span></u></b><br />
Over the past few months I have done some change around on my <b>veggie patch</b>. if you missed the posts on those have a look at these. <br />
<a href="http://fabulous-farmliving.blogspot.com/2013/07/companion-planting-guide.html">Companion Planting Guide</a><br />
<a href="http://fabulous-farmliving.blogspot.com/2013/09/rotational-veggie-planting-guide.html" target="_blank">Rotational Veggie Planting Guide</a><br />
But (in a nut shell) it changed from a rambling sort of veg patch where the wildlife, horses and chickens, decided that they just loved me growing everything for them... to.... a fenced in veg patch with <b>raised well composted beds</b>. This way I can also enjoy in some of the rewards<br />
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Here are some photos and info on <b>What's growing</b> in the Veggie patch.<br />
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<b><u>RADISH:</u></b><br />
Radishes are one of those really easy veggies to grow. I love their peppery flavour thinly sliced into a fresh garden salad. <br />
<b><u>To grow:</u></b> From seed. Speedy (about 3 weeks, from seed to eating)<br />
<b><u>Edible part:</u></b> Roots, and also the flowers (if left to go to seed)<br />
<b><u>Climate:</u></b> They like cool and moist<br />
<b><u>Companions:</u></b> Plant them among beans, carrots, lettuce, peas and beetroot<br />
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<b><u>LETTUCE:</u></b><br />
Ideally one should plant lettuce seeds every couple of weeks, so that you always have fresh lettuce available. I usually leave one or two of my lettuce to shoot up and go to seed, then as soon as the seeds fluff out, I cut off that section, pull out the remaining plant and sprinkle the seeds around. They usually start popping up all over the place within about 10 days. Once they have about 6 leaves I then carefully space them out.<br />
Lettuce prefer cooler weather, so in the summer months, I find they grow quite successfully in the shade or under the large leaves of Brinjals, peppers, or squash. <br />
<b><u>To grow:</u></b> From seed. About 2 months, from seed to eating<br />
<b><u>Edible part:</u></b> Leaves<br />
<b><u>Climate:</u></b> They like cool and moist<br />
<b><u>Companions:</u></b> Plant them among beans, carrots, onions, cucumber, and under the leaves of eggplant (brinjal), marrow and peppers in summer. <br />
<b><u>Rotate:</u></b> You can plant lettuce in a bed after tomatoes, eggplant, onions, peppers, peas, beans and squash.<br />
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<b><u>Strawberries:</u></b><br />
There is something very special about treasure hunting for fresh strawberries. I grow mine in an old <b>wheel barrow</b> and between the <b>path pavers</b>. The ones in the wheel barrow I fall made a cage about of <b>chicken mesh</b>, that way the birds don't get all of them! Plant them in well mulched ground and put <b>straw </b>around the plant to keep the <b>berries </b>off the ground (hence the name - duh!) Also a good to add cut off branches of <b>lavender</b>, <b>sage </b>or <b>artemesia </b>to <b>deter bugs</b>. <br />
Cut the runner that goes to a new plant, as soon as the new plant has established itself. <br />
<b><u>To grow:</u></b> Seedlings via runners which root themselves from the main plant<br />
<b><u>Edible part:</u></b> Fruit<br />
<b><u>Climate:</u></b> Warm and moist<br />
<b><u>Companions:</u></b> Plant them among beans, onions, lettuce and spinach<br />
<b><u>Care:</u></b> Enrich soil with bone-meal prior to planting. Dress with an organic 3:1:5 fertilizer when flowers start (<a href="http://www.talborne.co.za/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Talborne</a> organics has a great one)<br />
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My elderberry tree (<i>Sambucus nigra</i>) in my veggie garden is a mass of flowers this year. What better way to use them up, than by making an Elder-Flower cordial - oh so refreshing for our hot climate.<br />
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<i>10 Large Elder-flower Heads</i><br />
<i>900g (2 lb) Sugar</i><br />
<i>3 Lemons Washed and sliced</i><br />
<i>25g (1 oz) Creme of Tartar (tartaric acid)</i><br />
<i>2 liters (3,5 pints) boiling water</i><br />
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<b><u>Method:</u></b><br />
* Lightly shake off or pick off any little bugs that may be on the flowers<br />
* Slice the <b>lemons </b>(peels and all)<br />
* Put <b>Elder-flowers</b>, <b>Sugar</b>, <b>lemons</b>, <b>creme of tartar</b> and boiling water in a large bowel. <br />
* Cover and leave for 24 hours, Stirring occasionally.<br />
* The next day, strain the liquid through a muslin cloth into a large jug.<br />
* Pour into sterilized bottles, and store in the fridge.<br />
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* Mix about 30ml or so with water or sparkling water for a very refreshing beverage.<br />
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<b><u>Makes</u> </b>about 2 liters<br />
Keeps in the fridge for up to 3 months<br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u>Preparation:</u></b> 15 minutes</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><u style="font-weight: bold;">Standing:</u> 1 day (24 hours)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u>Serves:</u></b> 60 Drinks</span><br />
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* For a refreshing sun-downer, try a tot of Elder-flower cordial with a tot of vodka or white rum, topped up with sparkling water crushed ice and lemon.</div>
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This is one of those fab, easy delicious and healthy (well almost) recipes, that kids and adults alike just love. Enjoy!<br />
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<b><u>Ingredients:</u></b><br />
<i>110g butter or margerine</i><br />
<i>170g brown sugar</i><br />
<i>1 egg</i><br />
<i>5ml vanilla essence</i><br />
<i>100g oats</i><br />
<i>140g cake flour</i><br />
<i>15g cocoa powder</i><br />
<i>1ml salt</i><br />
<i>2,5ml (1/2tsp) baking powder</i><br />
<i>2,5ml (1/2tsp) bicarb of soda (baking soda)</i><br />
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* Pre-heat the oven to a moderate temp of <b>180C</b><br />
* Beat the <b>butter </b>and <b>sugar </b>until light and creamy<br />
* Add the <b>egg </b>and continue beating, beat in the <b>vanilla essence</b>.<br />
* Stir in the oats with a spoon.<br />
* Sift in the <b>flour</b>, <b>salt</b>, <b>cocoa</b>, <b>baking powder</b> and <b>bicarb</b>. Stir into the mixture with a spoon until well combined.<br />
* Place spoonfuls of the mixture (about the size of a walnut) onto a greased baking pan about 5cm apart. <br />
* Bake in a moderate oven for <b>20-25 minutes</b>. Remove from oven and allow to cool on a baking rack. <br />
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Wonderful Wednesday</span>Keren: Fabulous farmlifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03288613585455714790noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-232439006236566313.post-80631814370183972022013-11-15T15:30:00.000+02:002013-12-20T08:12:10.305+02:00Underberg Open Gardens -Part 2<b><u><span style="font-size: large;">UNDERBERG - HIMEVILLE OPEN GARDENS</span></u></b><br />
<b><u><span style="font-size: large;">Part 2 - Small village gardens</span></u></b><br />
Every second year in spring (around October) Underberg hosts the <b>Open Gardens festival</b>. I had the privilege of being in the area over this time to view these most magnificent gardens.<br />
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<a name='more'></a><b>Underberg </b>is little village located at the base of the Southern <b>Drakensberg mountains</b> in South Africa. It gets cold in winter with heavy frosts and very often snow. The summers are gorgeous and hot with regular afternoon thunder showers.<br />
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<b>Part 1 </b>of this series focuses on Large Farm gardens. Click <b><a href="http://fabulous-farmliving.blogspot.com/2013/11/underberg-open-gardens-part-1.html" target="_blank">HERE </a></b>if you missed that dose of inspiration.<br />
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This <b>Part 2 </b>focuses on the <b>small village gardens </b>and is a real inspiration for those with smaller gardens. Enjoy!<br />
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Parts of the small and large gardens can be incorporated into almost any garden.<br />
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<u>Today's gardening quote:</u></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"> <span style="font-size: 11pt; font-style: italic;">"A garden is always a series of losses set
against a few triumphs, like life itself"</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">The following 4 photos are from a small garden where the owner has a grass allergy, hence the garden is just a mass of flowers and paved walkways .</span></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Stunning place to view the Drakensberg Mountain range</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Gorgeous statues and pots amid the colour</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Roses, Dianthus and Jewel of the Cape</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Masses of colour with snap dragons and poppies</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Stunning pergola leading to another room of the garden</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Leading off to the children's play area</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Colour and fun and around a central tree</td></tr>
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* Come view <a href="http://fabulous-farmliving.blogspot.com/2013/11/underberg-open-gardens-part-1.html" target="_blank">Part 1</a> of this series focusing on <b>Large Farm gardens</b><br />
* For more Fabulous ideas on <b>gardening </b>have a look at my <a href="http://fabulous-farmliving.blogspot.com/p/index.html" target="_blank">Home and Garden Index page</a><br />
* For more inspiring <b>quotes </b>please explore my <a href="http://fabulous-farmliving.blogspot.com/p/power-of-being-positive.html" target="_blank">Art and inspiring Sayings page</a><br />
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Keren: Fabulous farmlifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03288613585455714790noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-232439006236566313.post-90359027733522661382013-11-07T16:00:00.000+02:002014-01-19T09:43:26.245+02:00Underberg Open Gardens -Part 1<b><u><span style="font-size: large;">UNDERBERG - HIMEVILLE OPEN GARDENS</span></u></b><br />
<b><u><span style="font-size: large;">Part 1 - Large farm gardens</span></u></b><br />
Every second year in spring (around October) Underberg hosts the <b>Open Gardens festival</b>. I had the privilege of being in the area over this time to view these most magnificent gardens. <br />
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<b>Underberg </b>is little village located at the base of the Southern <b>Drakensberg mountains</b> in South Africa. It gets cold in winter with heavy frosts and very often snow. The summers are gorgeous and hot with regular afternoon thunder showers. <br />
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I hope the <b>gardens </b>will inspire you as much as they inspired me.<br />
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<u>A good advice gardening quote:</u></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="font-style: italic;">"A good gardener always plants 3 seeds: </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-style: italic;">One for the bugs, one for the weather, and one for
herself"</span></b></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Down the garden path for tea</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A lovely setting for a garden tap</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Colours galore. Orange and yellow poppies and blue violas</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Love the flowers in the watering cans</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A bridge over a garden bed with stunning views of the Drakensberg foothills</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Beautiful yellows</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Stunning porch on the old farmhouse</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Stone steps and rose covered arch leading to another "room"<br />
of the garden</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Trickling stream edged with rocks</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pathway leading to a relaxing bench surrounded by pink<br />
Azaleas</td></tr>
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Keren: Fabulous farmlifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03288613585455714790noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-232439006236566313.post-108485833911662402013-11-01T15:35:00.001+02:002015-03-07T09:17:01.318+02:00Deliciously Moist Banana Bread<b><u><span style="font-size: large;">DELICIOUSLY MOIST BANANA BREAD</span></u></b><br />
The smell of freshly baked banana bread wafting through the house is enough to get everyone running to the kitchen. This is such a super way to use up those very ripe bananas.<br />
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<i>100g butter or margerine</i><br />
<i>1 cup (250ml) sugar</i><br />
<i>1 tsp (5ml) Vanilla essence</i><br />
<i>2 eggs</i><br />
<i>4 Ripe bananas (chopped)</i><br />
<i>2 cups (500ml) flour</i><br />
<i>1/2 tsp (2,5ml) Salt</i><br />
<i>2 tsp (10ml) Baking powder</i><br />
<i>1/2 tsp (2,5ml) Bicarb of soda (baking soda)</i><br />
<i>1/2 Cup (125ml) milk</i><br />
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<b><u>Method:</u></b><br />
Heat oven to a moderate 180C<br />
* Cream together the <b>butter </b>and <b>sugar</b>.<br />
* Add the <b>eggs </b>one at a time and beat in.<br />
* Mix in the <b>vanilla essence</b>, and chopped <b>bananas</b>.<br />
* Sift the<b> dry ingredients</b>. Stir into the mixture with a spoon.<br />
* Lastly slowly add the <b>milk</b>, whilst stirring the mixture gently together.<br />
* Pour into a well greased loaf tin and bake for about 1 hour until a sharp knife comes out clean.<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u>Preparation:</u></b> 15 minutes</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><u style="font-weight: bold;">Cooking:</u> 60 minutes (1 hour)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u>Serves:</u></b> 10</span><br />
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* Add a few nuts - about 1/2 cup (pecans are yum) in with the mashed bananas.</div>
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Keren: Fabulous farmlifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03288613585455714790noreply@blogger.com20tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-232439006236566313.post-75092692785520489342013-10-10T14:18:00.001+02:002013-12-20T08:43:19.528+02:00Macaroni and veg cheese<b><u><span style="font-size: large;">MACARONI and FRESH TOMATO CHEESE</span></u></b><br />
Everyone (well almost everyone) enjoys a good macaroni cheese. It is just one of those wonderful homely dishes. And so easy to prepare. This is my recipe, I love adding fresh veg in the middle of mine for some extra flavour.<br />
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<i>500g <b>macaroni </b>pasta</i><br />
<i>dash of <b>olive </b>oil</i><br />
<i>625ml (2 and half cups) <b>milk</b></i><br />
<i>45ml (3 Tbls) <b>cornflour</b></i><br />
<i>salt, white pepper and nutmeg</i><br />
<i>375ml (1 and half cups) grated <b>Cheddar Cheese</b></i><br />
<i>30ml (2 Tbls) grated <b>Parmesan </b>cheese</i><br />
<i>10ml (2 tsp) Dijon <b>Mustard</b></i><br />
<i>4 fresh <b>Tomatoes </b>sliced</i><br />
<i>1 bunch fresh <b>Spinach </b>leaves chopped</i><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Macaroni layered with fresh tomato and spinach</td></tr>
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<b><u>Method:</u></b><br />
* Preheat oven to 180C (350F)<br />
* Cook the <b>Macaroni </b>in boiling salted water as per packet instructions. Drain and stir in a bit of <b>Olive oil </b>to prevent it from sticking.<br />
* In a small bowl or mug: add the <b>cornflour</b>. Mix to a runny paste with a little of the milk.<br />
* In a saucepan: Heat up the <b>milk</b>. Add the cornflour paste, and mix with a whisk until thick and smooth on medium heat. <br />
* Add and mix in: the <b>salt</b>, <b>pepper</b>, <b>nutmeg</b>, half of the <b>cheese</b>, <b>Parmesan </b>and the <b>mustard</b>.<br />
* Add the Macoroni and cheese sauce together in a large bowl.<br />
* In a deep sided rectangular casserole dish add: Half the Macaroni Cheese mix. Then add a layer of freshly sliced <b>tomatoes </b>and fresh <b>spinach</b>. Top with the remainder of the mac cheese. <br />
* And finally sprinkle with the remaining grated cheese<br />
* Bake in a moderate oven for about <b>35 minutes</b>, or until the top is a lovely golden brown.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Ready to go in the oven</td></tr>
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<b><u>Tips and Suggestions:</u></b><br />
* Sprinkle a dash of<b> Cayenne pepper </b>on-top to spice it up.<br />
* You can add other veggies such as <b>onion</b>, <b>garlic </b>and <b>peppers</b>. <br />
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