SIMPLE AS 1, 2, 3
- Add ingredients to preferred size cup
- Screw on preferred blade
- Put on to power base, twist & go
Healthy inspiration
Bananas are a very good source of vitamin B6 and a good source of manganese, vitamin C, potassium, dietary fiber, potassium, biotin, and copper.
Almonds are a very good source of vitamin E, manganese, biotin, and copper. Almonds are a good source of magnesium, molydenum, riboflavin (vitamin B2), and phosphorus
Containing almost 20 vital nutrients, including five times the vitamin C of an orange in one serving, kiwis are truly a super fruit. This powerhouse with the bright green flesh also is rich in vitamin A, K, E and B, potassium, copper, folate, and fiber.
Yogurt eaters will get several nutrients found in dairy foods, like calcium, vitamin B-2, B-12, potassium, and magnesium.
See more information below about vitamins, what they are good for and which foods they are found in
| What the Vitamin does | Effects of vitamin deficiency | Good food sources |
| Helps to keep eyesight and promote the growth of healthy skin, hair, bones and teeth. Helps in cell reproduction and aids to strengthen the immune and reproductive systems. The body uses beta-carotene and converts it to vitamin A.
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Night blindness, Dry skin, Poor bone & teeth growth & development. | Soy milk (and other dairy products) Carrots Spinach & Green peas Tomato juice Watermelon Sweet potatoes & Pumpkins Cantaloupe Sunflower seeds Fish liver oils Liver Lean ham Mango Broccoli Lean pork chops Egg yolks |
| What the Vitamin does | Effects of vitamin deficiency | Good food sources |
| Used by the body to help convert carbohydrates into energy. Helps to keep the normal function of the nervous system, muscles heart and digestion. | Less concentration, loss of appetite. Weakness, exhaustion and fatigue. | Lean Pork Legumes Yeast Bananas Fish (most) Liver Nuts and seeds Potatoes sweet potatoes peas watermelon avocado Poultry Whole-grain and fortified cereals |
| What the Vitamin does | Effects of vitamin deficiency | Good food sources |
| Important for growth in the body. Assists skin, nails and hair to grow. Helps to prevent sores and swelling of mouth and lips. Aids in reproduction and cell regeneration. Also aids in the releasing of energy from carbohydrates. | Itching and irritation of lips, eyes, skin and mucous membranes. | Eggs Fish & shellfish Fortified cereals Meat & Poultry Dairy products Kiwi & Avocado Broccoli & Turnip greens Asparagus & Spinach |
| What the Vitamin does | Effects of vitamin deficiency | Good food sources |
| Helps to release energy from carbohydrates. Aids in the functioning of the digestive system, nerves and | Depression, diarrhoea, dizziness, fatigue, halitosis, headaches, indigestion, insomnia, limb pains, loss of appetite, low blood sugar, muscular weakness, skin eruptions, and inflammation. | Beef liver Peanuts Chicken / White Meat Tuna & Salmon Almonds Mushrooms Corn Mango Lentils |
| What the Vitamin does | Effects of vitamin deficiency | Good food sources |
| Folate/Folic acid
Helps produce and maintain red blood cells and the nervous system. Essential for mental and emotional health as it helps to maintain normal brain functions. |
Anaemia and a reduction in growth rates. Other subtle symptoms may include digestive disorders such as diarrhoea, loss of appetite, and weight loss can occur, as can weakness, sore tongue, headaches, heart palpitations, irritability, forgetfulness, and behavioural disorders | Dark green vegetables Dry beans Peas Lentils Enriched grain products Fortified cereals Liver Orange juice Wheat germ & Yeast |
| What the Vitamin does | Effects of vitamin deficiency | Good food sources |
| Needed for nerve cells and red blood cells, and to make DNA | Demyelination and irreversible nerve cell death. Symptoms include numbness or tingling of the extremities and an ataxic gait. | Dairy products Eggs Cereals Soy based products Liver & Beef Clams |
| What the Vitamin does | Effects of vitamin deficiency | Good food sources |
| Ascorbic Acid
Important in the production of collagen in the body – helps the connective tissues and organs. Can act as an anti oxidant to help protect the body from free radical. |
Scurvy (though rarely seen today) which causes bleeding and inflamed gums, loose teeth and poor wound healing. | Citrus fruits (oranges, grapefruits, lemons, limes) & Berries Melons Tomatoes Potatoes Green peppers Leafy green vegetables |
| What the Vitamin does | Effects of vitamin deficiency | Good food sources |
| Helps to promote the absorption of calcium and phosphorus levels in the body. Helps to maintain and form strong and healthy bones. | Rickets and osteomalacia. Rickets results in soft bones and skeletal deformities | Liver High-fat fish Fish oils Egg yolk Fortified cereals Fortified milk Sunlight |
| What the Vitamin does | Effects of vitamin deficiency | Good food sources |
| An antioxidant that protects your cells against the effects of free radicals, which are potentially damaging by-products of energy metabolism. | Intestinal disorders – cystic fibrosis, pancreatitis, and cholestasis. Prevent the absorption of dietary fats and fat-soluble nutrients. | Margarine Nuts and seeds Peanuts and peanut butter Vegetable oils Wheat germ Whole-grain & fortified cereals |
| What the Vitamin does | Effects of vitamin deficiency | Good food sources |
| Helps to control blood clotting in the body and is essential for synthesizing the liver protein that controls the clotting | A shortage of this vitamin may result in nosebleeds, internal haemorrhaging. | Broccoli Brussels sprouts Cabbage Leafy green vegetables Mayonnaise Soybean Canola Olive oils |
WHAT CAN THE TWISTER DO?
CROSS BLADE ATTACHMENT
The Cross Blade attachment will handle all your grating, grinding & blending needs. Use it to grate cheese or grind your favourite coffee blends. Make marinades, salsa and smoothies.
FLAT BLADE ATTACHMENT
The flat blade takes care of whipping. Whip up some delicious vanilla bean cream to add to your favourite desserts.
The Little Engine That Could
The strong 300 watt power base can be plugged into any standard electrical outlet. The base is sturdy, but compact for easy storage and won’t take up a lot of space on the bench top or cupboard.
What’s Included
