GORDON HENDERSON MP

11th September 2012
MP urges constituents to hold hearty tea parties

Gordon Henderson MP is calling on his constituents in Sittingbourne and Sheppey to host a HEART UK Hearty Tea Party during National Cholesterol Week, after meeting members of the cholesterol charity at Westminster.

HEART UK’s National Cholesterol Week, which takes place from 17-23 September, aims to raise funds and awareness in the battle to beat the UK’s biggest killer, heart disease.

Hearty Tea Parties give the public the opportunity to raise funds by staging a get-together with family or friends which features heart-healthy food and drink.

Gordon Henderson MP said: “We all know how important it is to eat well and HEART UK’s National Cholesterol Week provides the perfect opportunity to raise money for this worthwhile cause and remind us of the benefits of eating more healthily.

“I sincerely hope my constituents in Sittingbourne and Sheppey take part in National Cholesterol Week and have some fun along the way.”

Healthy eating is a key element of HEART UK’s National Cholesterol Week campaign with a range of celebrity chefs including Jean-Christophe Novelli, Antony Worrall Thompson, Gino D’Acampo and Cyrus Todiwala providing recipes for cholesterol-lowering dishes.

HEART UK Chief Executive Jules Payne said: “I would like to thank Gordon Henderson MP for supporting National Cholesterol Week and encouraging the people of Sittingbourne and Sheppey to get involved.

“Cholesterol is a silent killer that can affect young and old alike. National Cholesterol Week gives us the opportunity to do even more to help the thousands of people across the UK with raised cholesterol and associated heart conditions.”

To register for a Hearty Tea Party today and help us help others whilst enjoying a cuppa with friends, please email [email protected], call HEART UK on 01628 777 046 or visit http://heartuk.org.uk/get-involved/fundraising/events-challenges/the-hearty-tea-party