Families who do health checks together, stay (healthy) together!
Chantelle Botha shares how a Vitality Health Check revealed the hidden danger of cholesterol and sparked a family health revolution. Ten years later, the Bothas are living life to the fullest with Vitality.
About 10 years ago, a routine Vitality Health Check brought an alarming discovery for the Botha family. Chantelle Botha explains: "The sister told my husband, 'Your cholesterol is at 11.' She advised that we see a doctor as soon as possible."
A wake-up call on the hidden dangers of cholesterol
The Bothas consulted their GP who warned them of the risk of a heart attack if high cholesterol is left unchecked. "We did a full blood test and the doctor confirmed that my husband had high cholesterol but it was lower than 11, thankfully," Chantelle says.
"We were 36 or 37 years old at the time of the first health check and we had two small kids. We wouldn't have known about any underlying health issues at all or have made changes to our lifestyle as a family."
Healthy habits start at home
Chantelle highlights the dietary changes they made as a family: "We started cooking more, increased our vegetable and fruit intake, and used healthier oils like avocado and olive oil. I also use a spray dispenser; so instead of pouring oil into the pan, you spray it on and use much less oil." The Bothas removed lamb and pork chops from their diet, choosing lean proteins like skinless chicken instead.
In November 2023, the family joined Virgin Active with Vitality. "We set up our own home gym during the COVID-19 lockdown," Chantelle says, but I missed doing the step and weights classes with other people" Plus, Vitality members get up to 75% off their monthly gym fees, giving them even more reason to get active.
The motivating power of knowing your numbers
"The first thing I do when I get out of bed is put my fitness watch on so I can track my steps and earn my rewards," Chantelle says. "We have Vitality Health, Drive and Money. So, I make sure that I get the most out of all our rewards."
The Vitality Health Checks remains a constant in the family's health journey.
"We've been doing our health checks regularly for the past 10 years. Sometimes even more than once a year to make sure our levels are normal. It gives us peace of mind and boosts our Vitality points to get back to Gold Vitality status!"
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