Innholdsfortegnelse for July 15, 2013 i Woman's Own

Ever wondered how stars like Carol Vorderman, 52, Kate Garraway, 46, and Davina McCall, 45, look 10 years younger? Yes, you guessed it – they’ve all got the magic Botox Fringe. Seen together here backstage at Loose Women, it just goes to show how kind a good haircut can be to those of us over 40. I used to pull my hair tightly back off my face to create that ‘facelift for free’ effect, until my lined forehead told me otherwise, so I turned to a fringe as a less painful option! Now I need to discover how these celebs disguise all their other wrinkles, too – I’ll let you know!…

Watching her on This Morning every Friday with husband Eamonn Holmes, 53, Ruth Langsford comes across as being relaxed, poised and self-assured, but Woman’s Own can reveal that she’s been masking two crises. Despite having a successful career and being a mum to Jack, 11, Ruth still doesn’t have enough self-confidence to really push herself. ‘I’m not really a trier,’ Ruth reveals. ‘If I can’t do something straight away, I think, “I can’t do this, I’m out of my comfort zone”.’ Mid-life panic ‘I think you need to know your limitations, and I’ve always known mine,’ Ruth confesses. ‘It would be terrible for poor Eamonn, who’d have to live with me in a situation where I felt out of my depth.’ Ruth’s also finding it hard to deal with the…

Lady in red Kate showed off her tiny bump in this Armani coat during a visit to Scotland early in her pregnancy. Nice and navy She looked stunning in her Malene Birger coat at the 150th anniversary of the Underground in March. Blooming lovely The duchess greeted the children at Willows Primary School wearing a pretty floral Erdem dress. Ray of sunshine She brightened everyone’s day in her Emilia Wickstead dress coat to celebrate the Queen’s garden party. Pretty in peach Stepping out in a Tara Jarmon coat, the duchess delighted her public on a visit to a children’s hospice. Green goddess Her Mulberry mint tweed coat stole the show at the annual Scouts Parade at Windsor Castle. Baby blue This glam Emilia Wickstead cocktail dress had everyone talking during…

Sometimes I wake up from a nightmare that is so very real to me. It’s dark and mixed with the nauseating smell of smoke. I can hear the distant cry of the man I loved for eight years, Steve. Then I see the tears of my darling children. And every time, my heart breaks all over again. Because these painful memories are of a time when I was forced to choose between the people I loved most in the world. It was a decision nobody should ever have to make. The perfect man Back then, in January 2012, the evening had been like any other. Our son, Leighton, then three, had gone to sleep in the bunk beds in his six-yearold sister McKenzie’s room, and Steve, 37, and I had…

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Let go of the past. If you’re dwelling on an old relationship, you won’t be able to move on. Get down on paper what you really want. First, your ideal qualities in a man. Then write a list of what you cannot tolerate, like smoking. Finally, what you feel you could put up with. Make sure that you are feeling good about yourself, as confidence is the ultimate aphrodisiac. Join a club or gym class, and your self-esteem will come naturally. Have a ‘portfolio’ approach to dating so that you cover all areas. Be online, but also ask friends to set you up, go speed dating and talk to men when you go out to bars. Remember the ‘quick in, quick out’ rule. Someone who is intense to start with…

Every year, more than 50 million GP consultations are for common, minor ailments that doctors say could either be solved by a pharmacist or by knowing what to do or buy. ‘You don’t need to let those annoying little health problems spoil your summer,’ says naturopath Lauren Eyre from revital.co.uk. ‘There are so many simple ways that we can look after ourselves, and often you need look no further than your kitchen cupboard.’ Here’s how to save yourself the hassle of hitting redial to see a doctor… Cracked heels ‘Backless summer sandals cause the skin on heels to thicken and lose moisture,’ says Lorraine Jones of The Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists. ‘You should moisturise and exfoliate daily with a homemade paste of olive oil and sea salt (mix 1tsp…

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From 197 calories per serving Berries and brioche SERVES 2 PREP TIME 20 MINS COOKING TIME 30 MINS YOU WILL NEED 100g blueberries 2tbsp caster sugar Squeeze of lemon juice 2 eggs 4tbsp milk Drop of vanilla extract 4 slices brioche from a loaf Butter for frying HOW TO DO IT 1 Put the blueberries, 1tbsp sugar and lemon juice in a pan and heat gently until the blueberries start to burst and release their juice. Simmer for 2-3 mins until the compote has begun to reach a jam-like consistency. 2 Mix the eggs, milk, the remaining 1tbsp sugar and vanilla extract. Coat the bread in the mixture. On a medium heat, fry the bread in the butter until goldenbrown. Serve with fruit, the compote and low-fat crème fraiche for…

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My outfit is in the bag! I’m going to a summer wedding in a few weeks’ time, and I’ve been looking for a nice bag that will go with my outfit, which is cerise. But it has been really hard to find one that matches and will make me feel and look the part. So imagine my excitement when I was flicking through my very favourite magazine – and there it was, the perfect bag for my wedding outfit, featured on the fashion page [‘Bags of style’, 10 June]. Thanks Woman’s Own – you really saved, and made, the day. Gloria Winston, Devon PIC OF THE WEEK Win £50 if we feature your photo Simply… quite rude! I recently had a visit to the cinema nearly ruined. We were sitting there…

Crush… I’m embarrassed to admit it was John Travolta during his Grease and Saturday Night Fever days, I thought he was such a good dancer! Luckily, my tastes have improved a bit – now I’m all about Tom Hardy. Drunken night out… The minute that I turned 18, my girlfriends and I would spend most weekends going out in London’s West End where we’d regularly get quite drunk. My drink of choice used to be rum and Coke but I can’t stomach it any more, in fact I rarely drink now. Memory… It’s from when I was three and being given a Wombles toy by my parents for Christmas. I was delighted as it was my favourite TV show. I actually have a very good memory and can remember right…

Suits you Louise Redknapp, 38, looks effortlessly chic in this two-piece. Teamed with a loose T-shirt and simple accessories, it’s the perfect evening ensemble. Pretty pale The Great Gatsby actress, Isla Fisher, 37, opts for a sweet 1950s floral dress. This suits-all style works well with a statement peep-toe and a flash of red lippy. Go Grecian Kylie Minogue, 45, looks every inch the Greek goddess in this floaty floor-sweeper. She makes the most of the split with glitzy platform sandals. Up and down Show off shapely legs in a waterfall hemline like M&S model Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, 26. Pointed court shoes help to slim your ankles. Magic maxi Kristin Scott Thomas, 53, is the epitome of elegance. A nipped-in waist, long, sheer sleeves and flattering pleats make this wearable and…

Fiona Phillips is best known for her time on GMTV with Eamonn Holmes. Nowadays she’s more likely to be found playing mum to her two boys, Nathaniel, 14, and Mackenzie, 11. With the terrible teens in full swing, Fiona, 52, readily admits it’s not easy. We sat her down to talk about her houseful of boys, the unlikely ways her hubby Martin Frizell tries to keep the romance alive, and what she really thinks of her former BFF Eamonn... How are the terrible teens treating you? My eldest son Nat is driving me mad. I wonder what’s happened to my little boy – he doesn’t even like me any more. When I first got pregnant back in 1999, my initial reaction wasn’t, ‘Oh wow, fantastic, I’m pregnant!’ It was, ‘Oh…

Carole Previous granny experience… This is Carole’s first go at being a grandmother so she’ll have a lot to learn about her new role. However with the successful bringing-up of her two daughters and a son – Kate, Pippa and James – behind her, she’s already well-versed in dealing with children. According to sources, she always made sure that Kate and her siblings were immaculately dressed when they were at school. One insider reveals, ‘Every pristine item of their clothing would have a beautifully sewn-in name tape. There were huge picnics at sports day and they had the smartest tennis rackets.’ So Carole will no doubt be making sure that the royal baby is just as impeccably turned out. What sort of granny will she be? Carole single-handedly started the…

Salad dressing The problem Many full-fat dressings contain more than 225 calories in 3tbsp, which is like adding a portion of McDonald’s fries to your salad. Very low-fat dressings can save you a lot of calories, but they’re not ideal as you need some fat to absorb vitamins like A and E. The solution Choose one with 20-30g fat and less than 12g sugar per 100ml. This will keep calories under control but provide enough fat to get all the goodness from your salad. Products that fit the bill include Sainsbury’s Taste The Difference Mango, Lime & Chilli dressing and Pizza Express Light House Dressing. Juices & smoothies The problem Orange juice contains as much sugar and as many calories as a fizzy regular-sized drink and smoothies can be even…

For a long time, it was something people sneered at and saw as the ultimate act of desperation, the single person’s dirty secret. But with nine million of us doing it and over-55s being the top users, the internet is now one of the most popular ways to find love. And, incredibly, it’s been proved to be the most successful way to start a long-term relationship. Common ground Recent research shows 25 per cent of couples who meet online are less likely to get divorced or separate than those who get together through friends or by chance. ‘Online dating’s revolutionised the way we find love,’ says James Preece of onlinedatingclinic.com. ‘Years ago, couples met through work or events but now we can search directly to find someone who is similar…

DEAR EMMA Why has my son changed so much? My 11-year-old has become a monster overnight. He’s shouting, storming about and being awful to me and his younger brother. Could this be hormones? His SATs were done weeks ago! We had a chat the other night after a nasty argument and he said he had no idea why he was so snappy. Kate, 41, Essex End-of-year exams may be over, but your son is saying goodbye to all he knows to start at a new school soon. And, yes, hormones are in the mix too. His flashes of anger are classic signs of testosterone release. The good news is he’s still talking to you. When hormones really start pumping they literally render teenage boys monosyllabic! So take advantage. Sometimes sitting…

The little plastic butterfly earrings were so gaudy but we girls had never seen anything more beautiful. ‘I’m going to get them in every colour,’ my sister Karen, nine, said and being three years younger, I decided to do the same too. Mum and Dad groaned when we came racing back with our purchases from the market. ‘Not more butterflies,’ they laughed. But we loved everything about butterflies – their colours, fragility and the way they danced in the sky. And as Karen and I grew up, we stayed close, chatting about our dreams. I wanted to travel and Karen longed for a cottage by the sea. But life doesn’t always work out as you plan. Karen left school and by 26 she was married and living close to Mum…

PLUS 5 tickets to Alton Towers Resort Woman’s Own and Plenty have teamed up to give one lucky reader the chance to win five tickets to Alton Towers Resort as well as £500 worth of vouchers to spend at Asda. And thanks to Plenty, if you don’t win, you can still keep the kids entertained with a big saving on tickets to Alton Towers Resort, the legendary theme park with a mind-blowing mix of attractions and rides. These now include the brand new ride The Smiler – the world’s first 14-loop roller coaster, which cost £18 million to construct. Simply pick up a two-roll pack of Plenty The Original One before the end of August for an instant Alton Towers Resort 2-for-1 entry voucher, which will give you a saving of…

Light & fresh 1 With the woodland theme still going strong, adding an owl accessory to your room is an easy way to work this trend. 2 We love this retrostyle furniture – the muted green really highlights the cabinet’s smooth lines. 3 Mix and match cushions for a quick way to add texture without breaking the bank. It’s that simple. Creative bookworm With the popularity of Kindles, the humble book is in danger of disappearing. Why not stack a pile of classics and make them work with your interiors – use the colours of the spines to introduce a new look. EXPERT ADVICE ‘Nautical trends pop up every season and I love them! For a subtle nod to seaside-inspired style, add these fish mugs. Just £5 each from M&S!’…

Just for fun WORDSEARCH The answer is the one word missing from the grid BUDGETING CHESS CHORES COOKING DIY DRIVING POKER QUIZZES ROMANCE SCRABBLE SEWING SHOPPING SKIING SNAP Just for fun SIMPLE SUDOKU To solve the puzzle each 3x2 box, each column and each row must contain the numbers 1 to 6 Just for fun MINI WORD ACROSS 1 ___ Gyllenhaal, actor (4) 5 Barren, dry (4) 6 Hilary ___, Labour MP (4) 7 Epic tale (4) DOWN 1 Injections (4) 2 Region (4) 3 Monarch (4) 4 ___ O’Brien, novelist (4) This week’s puzzle solutions 1 July prize puzzle answers 200 Clues & Arrows Hidden word Sunny Prize Word Fit Hidden word Sizzle…

If watching the sun set over the sea with evening air scented with fresh pine is your idea of paradise, then head to Cefalù this summer. It’s one of the picturesque resorts dotted around the beautiful Sicilian coastline and just an hour from the capital Palermo’s international airport. Cefalù is blessed with a dazzling stretch of golden sand, where the turquoise waters of the Med gently lap the shore. The resort’s history dates back to 5BC, but it’s the striking 12th century cathedral that dominates the skyline and towers over a mass of traditional terracotta roofs. Kick back and relax To truly experience authentic life in Cefalù, enjoy an espresso in the main piazza (square), wander along the narrow cobbled streets where potted geraniums and hanging washing compete for space,…

Nigella’s moved out And she’s looked at an £11k-a-month property Nigella Lawson has moved out of the marital home she shares with Charles Saatchi, a week after he accepted a caution for grabbing her throat during a so-called ‘playful tiff’. Nigella’s sister Horatia was in charge of getting her personal belongings loaded into a van – it included pots, pans, a painting and a jar of pickles. Removal men carried crates labelled ‘Remotes’ and ‘Cameras’, and the TV chef has since been to see an £11k-a-month home to rent, only a mile and a half away. Looking pale and tired, Nigella, 53, was shown around the central London property, accompanied by her two children, Cosima, 19, and Bruno, 17, and Horatia. Sources claim the move comes after rows with Charles…

PRINCESS DIANA What with that trademark blonde hair and royal wave, there’s no mistaking who this little girl grew up to become. PRINCE WILLIAM Luckily for Kate, William’s fashion sense has improved with age. He still has the same cheeky grin though! THE QUEEN Believe it or not, this regal young lady would one day become the head of the monarchy. KATE MIDDLETON Who’d have thought that this little girl would grow up to be a duchess? PRINCE CHARLES What a poser the future royal grandad and heir to the throne was when he was little… PRINCE HARRY With his blue eyes and red hair, Harry always had the looks to make the girls coo. ZARA PHILLIPS Even as a baby, future Olympian Zara was busy practising a picture perfect…

It’s the news steaming up the glasses of geeks everywhere. Their nerdy awkwardness is driving women wild with desire. Forget oiled, tanned underwear models in skimpy Calvin Kleins. We’re no longer interested in Daniel Craig’s rippling six-pack or Hugh Jackman’s bulging biceps. No, we’d rather rip the clothes off a pale, skinny nerd with the upperbody strength of a gnat, as long as he has the wit to rival Stephen Fry. The statistics have confirmed it. A recent survey showed that 59 per cent of women prefer a geeky guy and would happily swap David Beckham for David Mitchell. So why are we choosing brains over brawn? What is it about goofy comedians like Robert Webb and gangly Stephen Merchant that sets our pulses racing? One super-geek whipping ladies into…

Swap & Save SWAP Moisturising cream for facial oil It’s your best friend in winter when skin can become dry and tight but, for summer, creams can be too heavy. Instead, treat yourself to an oil – the new way to anti-age your face. Vitamin E Skin Oil, £2.99, Superdrug, will protect, smooth and rehydrate sun-soaked faces without feeling greasy. Top tip Massage a few drops of facial oil into the skin for a couple of minutes for an extra boost SWAP Cream cleanser for magic micellar water Just like your wardrobe, you should match your cleanser to the season and switch from a thick winter lotion to a lighter foam or water as the temperature rises. French skincare obsession micellar water – a cleanser that contains tiny oil molecules that…

JODIE WHITE, 39, single, from Totnes, Devon. ‘I tried internet dating and met some of the creepiest people I’ve ever come across! But I know lots of couples who met online and are now happily married. It’s very hit and miss.’ NATALIE ROBERTSON, 35, from Sutton. ‘I think online dating can be a lot of fun. When I joined up, I went on a few dates and liked getting to meet new people. That’s how I met my boyfriend and we’ve been together for a year and a half. I would recommend it to anyone, as it certainly worked out well for me.’ MARIAN SCANNELL, 60, married, from Hertfordshire. ‘It’s not a good idea – how can you know if it’s safe or not? I’d certainly never encourage my children…

Snoring raises cancer risk? Woman’s Own’s Dr Radha Modgil sorts fact from fiction THE LOWDOWN A report claims the chance of someone who snores getting cancer is five times higher than for someone who doesn’t. THE TRUTH The study didn’t just look at snoring, but rather at sleep-disordered breathing (SDB), during which people repeatedly experience a partial or complete obstruction in their throats while sleeping. Scientists believe that this can result in a lower oxygen supply in the blood, which could trigger a tumour. But they did not prove an actual link – there were other health risk factors that could not be accounted for, and snoring and SDB should not be confused. If you have disrupted sleep or wake up a lot at night, see your GP, who may refer…

5 steps to… being a frugal wedding guest 1 If the hen celebration includes a day out with a meal and drinks afterwards, attend one part of the day only to save blowing the budget. If it’s a spa day, you could suggest saving money with heavenathomespa.co.uk – they will provide pamper packages in your home from just £28 per person. 2 Find a gem of an outfit with a free clothes-swapping website, like swishing.co.uk or swishing.org. To hire gorgeous designer dresses, you can go to wishwantwear.com or girlmeetsdress.com. Prices start at £29 for a two-night hire. 3 Book cheap train tickets in advance with thetrainline.com or halve the cost by exchanging £10 worth of Tesco Clubcard vouchers for £20 worth of Red Spotted Hanky train ticket vouchers. For bargain…

TOP CONSUMER ADVICE FROM DEBBI MARCO So you’ve booked a cheap flight and bagged a bargain hotel, but how do you stop costs spiralling once you’re actually on holiday? A few simple tricks before you set off for the airport and some savvy spending while you’re away will save you hundreds. Insurance Make sure you have a valid travel policy and, if you’re going to the EU, get an EHIC card from nhs.uk/ehic. It’s a free card that entitles you to the same treatment as any national in your destination – although if they have to pay for extra services, you will too, so travel insurance is still important. Airports Use a long-stay car park and book in advance, as you can pay up to 60 per cent more on…

I performed in a pink basque with crystals Were you to see me in my day job, you’d think me very plain. I wear low heels, a smart shirt and tailored trousers hiding my shapely legs. But I have to look clever, unsexy and businesslike because I’m an internal auditor in the banking industry, and I wouldn’t be respected if I let my femininity show. And yet I have a secret life, a chance to swap trade for tassles, and figures for feathers… It all started nine years ago. Being single, work was my whole life. It was challenging, but it wasn’t fun. ‘I need to do something,’ I told a friend. ‘Something creative.’ ‘You should be like Madonna,’ she said. She knew that I was mad about the pop…

Aries 21 Mar – 20 Apr At the weekend, your ruler changes signs and life starts to calm down… at last. There won’t be so much running around and you’ll now have time to take stock and process what it’s all been about. You’ll be yearning to get back to basics and enjoy some family time. For more call 0901 609 4780* Taurus 21 Apr – 20 May Recognition is a big theme. Are you getting the appreciation you deserve from people? Or are you being taken for granted, passed over or neglected in some way? If it’s the latter, you’ll feel like you have to say something. And it’s a good time to do just that. For more call 0901 609 4781* Gemini 21 May – 20 Jun Over…

Get a room Downton Abbey star Brendan Coyle, 49, has spoken about his admiration for co-star Shirley MacLaine, joking, ‘We’re in love and we’re moving to Santa Fe!’ The actor, who plays John Bates, has been enjoying his experience of working with the legendary Hollywood star, 79, praising her down to earth nature. He says, ‘Shirley [who plays Martha Levinson] had to adjust to the way we film over here. She was like, “It’s pi**ing down and you’re still filming?” But she adjusted beautifully. She’s great craic.’ Don’t MISS IT... LAW & ORDER: UK Sunday, 14 July, 9pm, ITV Former Corrie star Georgia Taylor joins the cast as the new series kicks off. Expect some major drama, including a shocking rail crash. Crikey! Going it alone? As Woman’s Own revealed…