Innholdsfortegnelse for April 15, 2013 i Woman's Own

Every woman I know wants to look 10 years younger, though for me a couple would be a good start! So this issue we’ve devoted 12 pages to our Age Less Special. Whether you fancy stealing the beauty tricks of the stars, trying our youthboosting diet or simply want a bit more energy, I’m sure we can help you fight the march of time. And don’t miss your chance to claim your FREE Elizabeth Arden eyeliner, worth £18 – I’ve tried it and I feel younger already! facebook.com/womansownmagazine witter.com/womansown womansowneditor@ipcmedia.com 020 3148 6565 This week! Join us ONLINE! You love talking to us about your looks, the beauty buys you love and the hairstyles that boost your confidence. This week you’ll find our gallery of hair trends to inspire you.…

You know how it is, you’re having an intimate romantic dinner with your other half and you just can’t take your eyes off… your mobile phone! Opinionated Loose Women panellist Jane McDonald, 50, didn’t realise just how rude she was being over their cosy dinners for two until her fiancé Eddie Rothe took matters into his own hands. The former Liquid Gold and Searchers drummer took a sneaky snap of his other half while she was engrossed in her texting and emailing. And Jane, who calls Ed ‘the one’, was happy to hold her hands up after his crafty move made her see the error of her ways. Phone fixation ‘I was shocking at taking my phone into restaurants,’ she says of her mobile fixation. ‘I once took it into…

‘Simon loves to play practical jokes’ Alesha Dixon, 34, is well known for her feistiness and incredibly loud laugh! What’s it like reuniting with David, Amanda and Simon? It’s been great. They are my favourite dysfunctional family and I love them. Last year, we all got on super-well and this year we’ve been laughing even more. Obviously Amanda was away for some of the time last year, so the fact that she’s been here every day has been fantastic. What are your favourite things about David? He’s a softy and has got such a big heart. Of course he is funny but he also really cares about people. He’s a very considerate and thoughtful person. And what’s your favourite thing about Amanda? She is funny beyond belief. She’s really witty…

Sipping on coffee in Ann Olivier’s sitting room as we chatted, I already felt so much better. It was 2006 and I’d just been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, a condition Ann herself had been tackling for the past 16 years. I’d been ill for so long, it was a relief to know what was wrong with me and now, hearing Ann’s calm advice, I felt much more positive about my future. ‘You just have to learn how best to deal with it,’ Ann, then 54, explained. Close friends I was eight years older and we’d first met in 2004 when I’d started as a volunteer for an advice service in my neighbourhood of East Finchley, North London. Ann was in a wheelchair and had worked with the charity since her…

Denise’s cult classic Denise Van Outen, 38, uses Pond’s Cold Cream, £4.49, after a night out. ‘I slather it on my face as much as possible. My mum has used it for years and has great skin,’ says Denise. This luxuriousfeeling cleanser removes make-up and even works as a face mask – leave on for a minute then rinse. Nicole’s magic eyelift Nicole Scherzinger, 34, keeps her eyes sparkling with Eysilix, £24.99. ‘It’s great for when I’m jet-lagged, as it’s really energising,’ she says. It helps minimise dark circles and smooths lines, and the cream forms a film on the skin that instantly tightens. Tess’ organic bedtime ritual Tess Daly, 43, keeps gorgeous with Pukka Ayurveda skincare from pukka herbs.com. ‘The Nourishing Night Cream really hydrates parched skin,’ says Tess.…

DEAR EMMA My stepdaughter always ignores us Every other weekend my partner’s 13-year-old daughter comes to visit. But from the moment she arrives, she’s on her phone texting friends from morning till night. She barely speaks to us or her seven-year-old half-brother. My partner doesn’t want to be the ‘bad guy’ by suggesting she put down her phone. Am I unreasonable to be thinking that there’s no point in her visiting if she spends her whole time disconnected from the family like this? Pat, 39, Plymouth It sounds like your partner is scared to set limits or make too many demands on his daughter. So I have two suggestions. The first is to start with small changes. How about no texting during meals? Would your partner be able to back…

Reader rated RACHEL EVANS, 40, ROMFORD ‘Despite eating well and exercising, I seem susceptible to sore throats and chest infections. A friend told me about Bimuno Immunaid (£9.99 for 30, Boots), which support your immune system and also include vitamin C. Since I’ve started taking it, I’ve felt better than ever.’ It’s weird but it works Watercress not only contains more iron than spinach, more vitamin C than oranges and more calcium than milk, it can also reduce post-exercise aches and pains. Its high levels of antioxidants mean eating some two hours before working out alleviates stress put on the body. Chewing gum boosts brain power? WomanÕs Own’s GP Dr Radha Modgil helps sort fact from fiction ◆ THE LOWDOWN Scientists claim chewing gum is good for your mind and…

Save without spending Here are my top tips this week to ensure you’re making the most of your hard-earned cash 1 USE THE U LTIM ATE DEALS WEBSITE If you’re sick of being bombarded with deal emails, unsubscribe to them all and instead log on to d3als.co.uk . It’s free to use and trawls of fer sites such as wowch er. co. u k and groupon. co.uk and sends you only the best bargains on a daily email. 2 SPREAD THE COST OF COUNCIL TAX From this month, you can pay your council tax over 12 months, rather than the usual 10, which may help to balance your finances. Contact your local council to change your payment schedule – go to gov. uk/find-your-local-council. 3 VISIT THEME PARKS FOR LESS Kellog…

Looking at this photo of me, I certainly seem a colourful character but the truth is I’ve always been a mummy’s boy at heart. I joined the Navy at just 17, but I loved coming back to my family in Great Baddow, Chelmsford, and the terrific smell of homemade meals. My mum Dolly was a great cook and one of the dishes I looked forward to the most was her delicious bread and butter pudding, a recipe that had been passed down from her own mother. After being overseas, I often came back with a bottle of the Pusser’s Rum we drank on the ships, and one day I had an idea. ‘You should add some to the bread and butter pudding,’ I told my mum. At first she looked…

Woman’s Own has teamed up with Beauty Outlet Direct to give you this fantastic Elizabeth Arden Color Intrigue Gel Eyeliner, in Ocean Teal, with Brush – and all you have to pay is £2.99 p&p. The eyeliner will suit all eye colours and is easy to apply, as well as being long-lasting. At the same time, treat yourself to ROC Complete Lift Lifting Face & Neck Roll-on – an innovative anti-sagging moisturiser for the face and neck – and Gale Hayman Bronzing Cream Powder in Sunbronze, a safe and instant way to get the sunkissed look. For more from one of the biggest online beauty stores, log on to beautyoutletdirect.co.uk Treat yourself ROC Complete Lift Lifting Face & Neck Roll-on, 50 ml RRP £29 OUR PRICE £11.95 Gale Hayman Bronzing…

Getting the last few items of washing from the garden, I wondered if I would have some luck on the bingo this afternoon. Earlier in the day I had logged on to Woman’s Own Bingo and bought two 10p tickets for each of 30 games in the Bingo Lounge, spending a total of £6. I thought that was good value for all those bingo tickets. I hadn’t won anything so far, but the last game was about to start just as I’d popped outside. ‘Maybe I’ll win a few pounds on this one,’ I thought. When I went back indoors and checked the screen, I noticed I only needed two more numbers for the full house. But just as I was getting excited, my computer seemed to freeze. ‘Oh no,…

…Waterside walks Minutes from the beautiful cobbled town of Hebden Bridge in West Yorkshire (itself well worth a visit), you’ll find the National Trust’s timeless woodland at Hardcastle Crags awash with bluebells in April and May. The earliest will open at Rom Folly with the lovely wave of colour making its way up the valley as the season progresses. HIGHLIGHTS The field beneath Gibson Wood Cottages is particularly vibrant when in full flower and you won’t be able to resist hopping over the steppingstones across the gushing River Hebden. PRICE Adult £3.60, child £1.60. Car park £3.50 for three hours or £5 for the full day (free for National Trust members). FIND OUT MORE 01422 844 518; nationaltrust.org.uk …Sunrise sights Get up early to enjoy birdsong and bluebells at the…

The bold print Christie Brinkley, 59 Christie might be 27 years older than Katherine but she looks amazing in this Ted Baker dress. And we’ve got serious shoe envy over those neon strappy heels! Katherine Jenkins, 32 The classical singer plays it safe with a leglengthening nude platform, and the waistcinching dress enhances her shapely figure The flirty flare Alesha Dixon, 34 It’s bad enough turning up at a party wearing the same dress as a friend, so imagine if you are both on TV! Alesha’s long legs show off this Philip Armstrong cutey perfectly. Amanda Holden, 42 The BGT judge looks pretty in pink and the black lace panel draws the eye to her trim middle. Christine Bleakley, 34 Lace panels in this Philip Armstrong dress create the illusion…

Warring exes Katie Price and Peter Andre are hoping to put their differences to bed once and for all, by thrashing out their legal disputes away from the courts. Katie, 34, and Pete, 40, are set to reunite for mediation to discuss a multitude of legal claims, including the former glamour model accusing Pete of plotting to sell stories about her to the press. The pair have been at loggerheads since their bitter split in 2009, with each filing documents against the other. The murky details include Katie accusing Pete of trying to gather proof that she had an affair with her horse-riding instructor Andrew Gould, and that she had an abortion after falling pregnant with Andrew’s child. Katie denies the claims and Pete, in turn, denies that he was…

‘OK, I’m a minga in the morning still not dressed, still love us?’ ‘We’re having such a fab time on Celebrity Juice’ ‘So we’re having a little ugly day’ ‘Tonight let’s save the world or rob a bank?’ ‘This is my beehive. My hairdresser just called me a pain in the a**e… In a nice way?’ ‘Loved it!! I’m a Londoner! I’m liberated!!’ ‘Not so bad!!’ ‘Forgive me for being a brat: after 17 years and yesterday’s two hours of traffic, let’s save time and money – the Tube!’…

Dress, £45, 8-24; clutch, £22, and bracelet, £15, all South at Littlewoods Young or old, a wrap dress flatters every shape Bracelets, £9.99 for set, New Look Top, £30, 8-16, Kardashian Kollection at Dorothy Perkins Boots, £54.99, New Look Jacket, £20, 6-18, Internaçionale Bag, £10, George Dress, £66.50, xs-xxxl, Trinny & Susannah at QVC Top, £24.99, 10-28, Bonprix Top, £12, 8-20, Matalan Bag, £35, Simply Be Want to update your look? Try a dipped-hem top Trousers, £55, 6-22, Per Una at M&S Dress, £65, 12-32, Marisota Top, £30, 12-32, Claire Sweeney at Fashion World Dress, £30, 8-22, Bhs Shoes, £39.99, New Look Trainers, £8, George…

Oil or nothing! Save For soft, shiny, healthy-looking locks, there’s only one solution – argan oil. Use Tresemmé Liquid Gold Restorative Complex Argan Oil Infused, £6.99, as a leave-in treatment before blow-drying to nourish, or when your hair is dry to smooth and boost gloss. Splurge Spritz Richard Ward Couture Hair Argan Oil Mist, £24, QVC, on to dry or damp hair for weightless shine, and protection against colour fade and the effects of heat styling. 3 of the best Cleansers ◆ THE BALM For a salon-at-home experience, we just can’t get enough of Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm, £39.50, Elemis. Massage into the face and neck, then remove with the cloth included, and your skin will feel plump and really moisturised. ◆ THE OIL Melt away make-up, minimise break-outs and balance…

1 Harness your stress We’re all biologically programmed so that when we’re faced with a near-impossible deadline at work, or only having five minutes to buy essentials before a shop closes, part of our brain called the hypothalamic-pituitaryadrenal (HPA) system switches on, releasing chemicals that help us focus. Getting stuck in HPA mode is what leads to an unhealthy level of stress and its side effects – from IBS to increased susceptibility to allergies and infections. But, used to your advantage, this chain reaction can actually be revitalising. ‘This is useful if you need a quick burst of energy for a task that’s not grabbing you,’ says Dr Malcolm VandenBurg, a consultant in general and pharmaceutical medicine (malcolmvandenburg.co.uk). ‘A day of chores can be turned into an energy-boosting project if…

What you have to do 1 Pick a breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack daily from the choices on the opposite page, mixing and matching them to maximise nutrients and add variety. 2 You also have a 300ml skimmed milk allowance. Try to use it all – in your tea and coffee throughout the day, and with muesli and porridge at breakfast. 3 Have 6-8 cups of fluid a day. This can include tea and coffee made with your milk allowance, but avoid drinks containing calories. Beauty nutrients • Carotenoids Carrots and other brightly coloured fruit and vegetables, like mangoes, red peppers and tomatoes, are packed with carotenoids, which can give the skin a healthy, attractive glow. • Anthocyanins These plant chemicals help to maintain collagen and capillaries, so minimising broken veins. Get them…

TOP CONSUMER ADVICE FROM DEBBI MARCO We Brits have a curious attitude to wills considering they may be the most important documents we’ll ever write. Some of us worry we’re jinxing our good health or believe wills to be too complicated, but having one is the only way our wishes can be followed once we’ve died. Making a will is vital if you have children under 18, as not only does it ensure they inherit your money, it will also state who looks after them if both you and your partner die. Even assuming you’ll make it to a fine old age, it’s still important to divide up your all your property, savings and belongings. And once you do have a will in place, make sure you read it every…

READER RATEDMICHELLE BOOTH, 36, FROM NORTH YORKSHIRE ‘My freezer’s always stacked with Yoomoo frozen yogurt in Veryberrymoo flavour. It has so many berries in it, it’s one of my five a day!’ Yoomoo, £1.99 from all major supermarkets. TV chef Simon Rimmer’s Corned Beef Pot Pie SERVES 4 PREP TIME 30 MINS COOKING TIME 20 MINS NUTRITION PER SERVING 724 cals, 47g protein, 37g carbs (8.8g sugars), 44g fat (16.8g saturates), 3.9g fibre, 6g salt 1 Preheat the oven to 180°C/Gas 4. Heat a little oil in a saucepan and fry 200g bacon lardons until crisp. Remove and drain on kitchen paper. Add a bit more oil to the pan and fry 1 sliced onion and 1 chopped garlic clove for about 5 minutes until soft. 2 Add the cooked lardons,…

‘The story reunited me with my little sister’ The film credits rolled and suddenly I knew what I had to do. ‘I’m going to contact Jane,’ I said. My husband James gave me a smile of encouragement. ‘Good idea,’ he said. ‘It’s about time you two made up.’ It was September 2011 and almost three years since my sister Jane and I had fallen out in the run-up to my wedding. She was a bridesmaid and a series of silly rows over hairdos and dresses had left us barely talking. Lost years Now I was six months pregnant and I’d just watched the DVD of Bridesmaids. Seeing all the fun and friendships between the girls in the film made me realise just what I’d missed with Jane. She was nine…

Weight management, sorted! After adopting a healthy eating plan, I was delighted when I lost weight, but keeping it off was proving more of a challenge – that is, until I discovered pooch power! Eight months ago I acquired a dog from a rescue centre and now twice-daily walks ensure that my weight stays off, even allowing for the occasional treat of a chocolate bar or a glass of wine. And there are lots of other health benefits too, including improvement in bone strength, joint flexibility, a daily dose of vitamin D – oh, and best of all, a loving fourlegged companion. I’d recommend my weight management plan to anyone! Lynne Cannon, Surrey Now I’m hooked! I’m 28 and have just recently started to buy your magazine. Money is a…

Kym’s pay rise Kym Marsh is now set to stay on the cobbles – thanks to a hefty pay rise. The Coronation Street actress, 36, has pledged to stay on the soap for another year in exchange for a six-figure contract, making her one of the show’s highest paid stars. An insider revealed, ‘It’s a huge coup to have her for another year. We are absolutely delighted.’ Look Hugh it is! He’s more at home in a smoking jacket than a tracky, but Downton Abbey’s Hugh Bonneville has confessed he’d be happy to land a role in EastEnders! The actor, 49, who once appeared in a single episode of the soap, says, ‘I might go back. I’m a jobbing actor and I’ll take whatever comes along!’ But what about Lady Cora,…

‘It’s my baby’ Simon Cowell has promised to return to The X Factor after last year’s show saw ratings plunge to an all-time low. He says, ‘I do miss doing it because it’s like my baby. So, at some point, of course I’m going to come back and do the show.’ Meanwhile, presenter Caroline Flack, 33, will definitely be at the helm of the spin-off The Xtra Factor, after Simon, 53, guaranteed her that the job was still hers. Denise’s wedding surgery plan Actress Denise Welch, 54, has revealed she wants to have corrective surgery because her party lifestyle has caught up with her looks. In a chat with her fellow Loose Women about skincare, Denise says she isn’t great when it comes to a nightly beauty routine, but she…

Sassy Amanda Holden is back on our screens for the new series of Britain’s Got Talent. We can’t wait to watch the 42-yearold put Simon Cowell firmly in his place, and do her bit to wind up the bromance between her boss and David Walliams another notch. Woman’s Own caught up with Amanda for a quick gossip… Britain’s Got Talent is back. Is this the best series of the show ever? I really think it is. It’s weird as we came back with such a bang last year and Ashleigh and Pudsey winning the show was the icing on the cake, as I had always wanted a proper variety act to win. But the four of us have had the best time ever this year. It’s been non-stop laughing and we’ve…

Ashiver of fear ran down my spine as I sat hunched at my computer, my fingers moving over the keyboard, tapping out the explosive scenes of violence. ‘Amy recoiled in agony, blood pouring from her nose,’ I wrote while every creak or rattle of the wind had me glancing round over my shoulder. I didn’t want my husband to find me. The main character of my story was a woman called Amy, who was suffering another vicious beating at the hands of her husband, Paul. The assault ended with him leaving her bloodied and sobbing. ‘Amy stared at her battered reflection in the large, ornate mirror,’ I typed, and I could see it all so vividly in my head. My imagination was running wild as I invented a sensational, violent…

Mum-of-four and charity fundraiser Nicole has been stuck in a beauty rut for years. ‘I’ve worn the same make-up since I was 14 – black eyeliner, mascara, bronzer and lipstick,’ she says. Nicole feels her eyes look tired and she wants to open them up, using Cheryl Cole’s make-up style. ‘I’ve tried to copy the smoky look but I end up looking like I’ve got a black eye!’ she says. ‘My next birthday is a big one so I’d love to look glam and sultry at 40!’ How to work statement eyes Woman’s Own Beauty Editor Stephanie Maylor explains her simple-to-use techniques for achieving this classic look ALL BRIGHT You don’t have to stick to safe old charcoal. Brown eyes pop with deep khakis and blues, green eyes suit lilac…

Linking arms, Annie Stubbs and Lorraine Thompson strolled along the London streets, laughing as they took in the sights together. It was summer 2009 and the friends were enjoying a weekend away in the city, relaxing, going to the theatre and treasuring some time away from their lives back home in Staffordshire. ‘Isn’t this great?’ Annie said. Lorraine smiled back. ‘It’s the best tonic of all,’ she laughed. It was one of many trips the two had shared over the past 16 years and their closeness reveals just how important friendship can be among women. Last year, a study by drinks’ manufacturer Orangina found that we are twice as good as men at making friends for life, with one in three saying their best mate today is someone they met…

Warmer weather is just around the corner, but if you’re dreading slipping into swimwear or a sundress, we’re here to help. Simply join Woman’s Own Diets today and you could lose up to 14lb in seven weeks – that’s two dress sizes – so you’ll feel fabulous in the sun. The Woman’s Own Diets plan is based on keeping a simple daily online food diary. Our calorie tracker helps identify where you are being good and which foods are your downfall. By examining your eating patterns, you learn what changes you can make to lose weight and keep it off long-term. This is not a quick-fix fad diet – it helps you develop a healthier attitude towards food for life. There are no strict meal plans to follow. You can choose…

‘Her mouth was full of glass’ Standing next to the hospital bed, I could barely see my 15-monthold daughter maisie for the mass of wires and leads connecting her to vital life-saving machines. ‘How can this be happening?’ I sobbed, breaking down in my husband Dave’s arms. It was september 2012, and just a few hours earlier I had been having a drink with my mum and a friend, leaving Dave, 35, a police officer, to collect our daughter melissa, eight, from a dance class. Only then he’d rung, his voice desperate as he told me how while he was driving there with maisie and her big sister, Ella, six, they’d had a head-on crash with a lorry. ‘I couldn’t do anything,’ Dave said. He’d suffered two broken ribs while…

Simple salmon spaghetti SERVES 4 PREP TIME 5 MINS COOKING TIME 9 MINS COST PER SERVING £1.08 YOU WILL NEED ◆ 300g spaghetti ◆ 3tbsp olive oil ◆ 1-2 garlic cloves, chopped ◆ 2 red onions, sliced ◆ 3 packs smoked salmon, chopped ◆ 300ml double cream ◆ 3tbsp chopped fresh parsley HOW TO DO IT 1 Cook the spaghetti in salted water according to packet instructions, then drain. 2 Meanwhile, heat the oil in a frying pan, add the garlic and red onion and fry for 3-4 minutes or until the onion has softened. 3 Add the salmon and double cream and continue to cook over a gentle heat for 5 mins, or until the salmon has cooked through. Stir in the pasta and season, to taste, with salt…

In our real life feature ‘Please don’t think me disgusting’ (18 March), Laura told us why she sleeps with disabled men for money. She explained how she provides her clients of all ages and disabilities with sexual services and that she is giving them a chance for intimacy, which they might not otherwise experience. It’s a subject many of you felt deeply about… ‘I praise Laura’ I just want to say what a brilliant thing Laura is doing for all those men, who must get frustrated sexually because of their disabilities. The money she has made she’s put towards her degree and her young daughter, which is very important. People who consider it to be a disgusting thing to do must live very shallow lives. I’ve been married for just…

Taurus 21 Apr – 20 May Next week everything changes, life speeds up and you’re the centre of attention. But for now there’s some private thing you need to think about. A feeling or thought that keeps coming back will lead to a major realisation come Thursday. And after that there’s no stopping you. ◆ For more call 0901 609 4781* Gemini 21 May – 20 Jun A person you just met or who enters your life this week could open a door to a whole new hobby or even job. So keep your eyes peeled and be sure to schmooze anyone who looks interesting. And, if an old friend suggests doing something new together, that’ll be great too. ◆ For more call 0901 609 4782* Cancer 21 Jun –…

Bluebell heaven Take a stroll through the ancient woodland at the National Trust’s Ashridge Estate in the Chiltern Hills to experience some of the finest bluebell woods in England. They begin to flower mid-April, blanketing the ground in Dockey Wood and the Old Copse at the peak of the season to create large areas of picture-postcard loveliness. HiGHliGHts The bluebell scent alone is intoxicating. If you’re lucky, you might encounter some of the families of fallow and muntjac deer that live among the trees. Price Free entry to both the estate and the visitor centre. Find out more 01442 851 227; nationaltrust.org.uk Wander in the woods Westonbirt Arboretum in the Cotswolds is most famous for the flaring reds and oranges of the trees in autumn, but the spring colour is…

Lynda Bellingham tells Woman’s Own all about her celeb pals and best blags Lovely Lynda might have a long acting career under her belt, is a Loose Woman and has done her fair share of panto, but she will always be best known as the Oxo mum! We caught up with the star, 64, to find out how showbiz she really is… What’s your best freebie? One of the best was when I went to Kanuhura in the Maldives for 10 days with my friend Jan. But the daft thing was, it was a romantic trip and meant for honeymooners, so it did feel a bit silly to find our beds covered in roses! We ate fresh prawns cooked on an open fire as the sun went down on a…