"We're honoured to be a part of the life-saving work CANSA is doing in terms of cancer prevention and control," says Irene Borges, general manager of marketing (appliances) Tedelex Trading. "We want to be part of promoting balanced lifestyles and pleased that we helping CANSA staff to prepare healthy, steamed food for cancer survivors in the CANSA Care Homes."
The Russell Hobbs food steamer has passed the strict South African National Standards (SANS) tests in order to qualify for the CANSA Smart Choice and the food process of steaming, cuts out the need for oils and fats and preserves much more nutrients. Its further BPA-free, making it a safe and responsible choice for preparing meals for the whole family, and in particular baby food.
Says Sue Janse Van Rensburg, CANSA CEO, "We play an important 'watchdog' role by encouraging and educating consumers to choose goods and services in terms of health impact and promoting smart choices. You can have peace of mind when using this steamer as steaming food helps reduce the cancer risk."
The elegant stainless steel steamer showcases sleek electronic controls with an LED display and has three steaming bowls each with a 3L capacity each. The steamer has a built-in water tank as well as juice collector for easier use and making sure flavours do not mix when preparing different food types simultaneously.
As part of their Balanced Lifestyle campaign (during March and April) CANSA advises that the risk of developing cancer can be significantly reduced through getting regular exercise, making healthy eating choices, limiting alcohol intake and avoiding tobacco.
Van Rensburg adds, "By making smart choices every day and following a balanced lifestyle you can celebrate life and inspire others to do so too."
"Over 80 years ago CANSA was born out of compassion for people whose lives had been touched by cancer. To commemorate this achievement CANSA launched its latest book, 'Life is Beautiful' a publication that sets out to educate South Africans on adopting a balanced lifestyle in order to be cancer-free," concludes Janse van Rensburg.
The book includes recipes from celebrities like Evita and cancer survivor Jeremy Mansfield.
