Innholdsfortegnelse for September 7, 2015 i Woman's Own

Our favourite TV judge, Cheryl Fernandez-Versini, has revealed a sexy new look with this recent Instagram snap. At first glance it’s hard to even recognise it’s her with the big hair and dramatic eyeliner. Cheryl, 32, posted the photo as a tease to fans about an upcoming project. One thing’s for sure, she is certainly keeping busy. Not only is she back on our screens with The X Factor but she’s launched a new perfume. And she still gets time to look this great – amazing! Join us online Head to our fabulous website, womansown .co.uk, to get all the latest celeb gossip, great competitions and deals, plus beauty, fashion, easy recipes and health tips.…

KATE GARRAWAY The TV presenter, 48, knows the importance of the right haircut. She changed her ’do from the above 2007 style to a sweeping fringe and has said, ‘I’ve finally learned how important it is to invest in a good, sharp cut. If your hair looks good, you feel good too.’ CLAUDIA WINKLEMAN The Strictly presenter is almost as famous for her fringe as she is for her eyeliner! And Claudia, 43, looks amazing with this classy ’do. Earlier this year she tried a different style (below) and she looked almost unrecognisable. ZOE BALL Fresh-faced Zoe, 44, looks 10 years younger with a long, layered fringe split in the middle. But it’s not always practical for the gym – as this photo (above) of the presenter shows, a good…

Summer is a great time. It really is. But the aftermath of all that sunbathing and beach-hopping can leave you looking a little frazzled, when really it should be the time when you look your most rested, healthy and downright gorgeous. YOUR EMERGENCY Frazzled hair From the sun’s rays and chlorine to seawater and humid conditions, summer puts you on the fast track to straw-like locks. Try to give up straighteners and slather hair in a nourishing mask before bed a couple of times a week, then rinse in the morning. Aveda Sun Care After-Sun Hair Masque, £22.50, repairs sun-soaked tresses. Get a trim as soon possible and temporarily seal split ends by dabbing TIGI Catwalk Hairista for Split End Repair, £10.85, feelunique.com, on the last couple of inches of…

It began as a handy way of selling unwanted Christmas presents and second-hand clothes. But 20 years and 157 million users later, the online auction site has evolved into something altogether different. Now one of the most visited sites of all time, eBay has changed countless lives. Take Herefordshire woman Gill Hewitt, who brings in £2m a year selling hardware on the site. And Gill isn’t the only one who’s made her fortune. The first eBay rich list has just been revealed, detailing the 30 most successful British traders who make a combined £17 million a year selling on the site. But with people flogging everything from unwanted bikinis to themselves , has our obsession with eBay gone a bid too far? 700 MILLION The number of items currently listed…

1 QUIT CIGARETTES, REVERSE DAMAGE! A US study has proven that when it comes to your heart health, it’s never too late to stub out cigarettes. When postmenopausal women stopped smoking, their heart health improved within just a few years. Among the 104,391 women in the study, those who quit within the past three years had a 26% lower risk of developing heart disease compared with those who kept up the habit. And those who had quit smoking for more than three years had an impressive 61% reduced risk. 2 EAT NORDITERRANEAN! That’s Nordic by winter, Mediterranean by summer! The Nordic diet is full of root veg, cabbage, berries, nuts, poultry and fish. White bread is swapped for rye, butter for rapeseed oil. It lowers ‘bad’ LDL cholesterol and raises…

1 BOOSTS YOUR BRAIN People given a single glass of beetroot juice did better in memory tests than those given a placebo, a study by Northumbria University found. Beetroot is full of nitrates, thought to help improve blood flow to the brain, so it gets more oxygen and nutrients. 2 LOWERS BLOOD PRESSURE Research by Queen Mary University of London found that a daily 250ml glass of beetroot juice lowered blood pressure among patients with high blood pressure. ‘It can be as effective as medical intervention,’ says the study’s lead author, Amrita Ahluwalia. Again, it’s the nitrates. 3 GOOD FOR DIGESTION Beetroot is also one of the richest sources of glutamine, an amino acid essential to the health and maintenance of your intestinal tract. And it’s high in fibre, which…

She was so thin you could see her ribs Walking along the beach, my adorable whippet, Chloe, runs on ahead. Watching her bark at the crashing waves, it’s hard to believe she’s the same dog I adopted just six months ago. And as she leaps into my arms, tail wagging, I can hardly believe I’m the same person either. Back in March 2014, my life was very different. After slipping two discs in my back, I’d been forced to give up my job as the manager of a busy charity shop. With nothing to occupy my time, and my back causing me pain, I became lonely and withdrawn. Two months later, I was diagnosed with depression. A deep bond I spent my days sobbing at the slightest thing, and wondering…

We love Jen Jennifer Aniston’s wedding ring is gorgeous. Simple, elegant and just what I would choose! As long as it really is true love, you don’t need a mega carat of bling to flash on your hand. Glynis Chorley, via Facebook Empty nest I found ‘Why we’re happy the kids left home’ an uplifting read. My kids are nearing the age when they’ll be going off to university soon. I’ll admit that I’ve been a bit nervous and apprehensive, but reading your article gave me some hope that there is still plenty to look forward to after they’ve gone. Tracy King, Salford Ultimate chick flick Love, love, love Dirty Dancing – it’s the ultimate romcom! And it just wouldn’t have been the same with Patrick Swayze. I watched it…

‘I’M SAD FOR BEN’ Sam Bailey has knocked her former boss Simon Cowell for favouring 2014’s X Factor runner-up Fleur East over winner Ben Haenow, 30. ‘I felt sorry for Ben on the show’s tour,’ said the 38-year-old, who won the talent contest in 2013 but was dropped by Simon’s Syco label in February. ‘Fleur opened the show and had amazing outfits, pyrotechnics, dancers and big performances. Then Ben went on at the end and it was an anti-climax. It’s obvious they’re pushing Fleur to be the star. Simon can see where the money is going to come from and will make sure Fleur is the next big thing.’ Hardman Rylan We could see some new pearly whites on Albert Square – if Rylan Clark gets…

Judy Finnigan’s daughter, Chloe Madeley, has revealed she is a ‘horrible drunk’. The personal trainer admitted to Woman’s Own that it causes arguments with her dad, Richard Madeley, as well as tears and even disappearing acts when she’s had one too many. Here, the 28-year-old, who’s dating rugby player James Haskell, 30, explains more… Hi Chloe. You’ve talked in the past about being a bit of a bad drunk… I’m a horrible drunk! It should be illegal for me to drink. I’ll either start crying or screaming or go missing. I’ve been known to do that, go missing on a night out. I really shouldn’t be allowed to drink, it doesn’t agree with me. Why do you think that is? I don’t know, I think some…

This is my life, trapped in a wheelchair, my home is the four walls of a converted garage. I am paralysed from the neck down, able – at best – to move my arms just a few inches up and down. I have a nurse who washes, dresses and feeds me. Yet just three years ago, my life was so very different. I was an active 30-year-old woman who loved her work as a receptionist and looked forward to weekends, who dreamt of a happy future with her husband. It would be easy to give in to the hopelessness of it all. But I’m determined never to do that. Because that would be letting the monster who did this to me win. Back in 2004, I was single and my…

If a heart-warming comedy is right up your street, you’ll love this new movie starring Meryl Streep as the lead singer of a rock band. Ricki and the Flash showcases three-time Oscar-winner Meryl performing on stage like you’ve never seen her before! Coming to a cinema near you on 4 September, Ricki and the Flash stars Meryl, 66, playing opposite her real-life daughter Mamie Gummer, 32, as a mother-and-daughter duo for the first time on screen. Meryl plays Ricki Rendazzo, a rock ’n’ roll singer, and performs all the songs live during filming. She even learnt to play guitar for the role! After years on tour chasing stardom, Ricki returns home when her long-suffering ex-husband Pete (Kevin Kline) calls to say their daughter Julie (Mamie Gummer) has been dumped by…

With the school year beginning, the kids are getting settled into their classes and the routine of learning after the summer holidays. Being in a new classroom, or possibly starting school for the first time, will mean they’ll be exhausted at the end of the day, so when they get home, they’ll want to spend some quality time relaxing with you. Offer them a glass of water with their after-school snack. Keeping hydrated is vital for all of us, as our bodies depend on water to survive. But kids don’t always think about drinking, even when they’re thirsty, so it’s important to remind them. Help them to adopt healthy habits from an early age by encouraging them to drink water at home and at school, so that they’re getting the…

Sitting across from the consultant, my fiancé, Robert, slid a reassuring arm round my shoulders. I had just finished a 12-month course of chemotherapy and we were so scared there might be more bad news. But then the consultant spoke… ‘Tests show the cancer in your breast has gone,’ he said. It took a second to register before I breathed out, smiling, gazing at Robert and seeing the same relief on his face. I thought of our boys, Daniel, 12, and Kane, eight, waiting at home, imagining telling them the brilliant news. Only now the consultant was talking again… ‘Unfortunately, the blood tests did detect something else,’ he said. I felt myself freeze. How could this be happening? I sat numb as he explained I had a rare disorder called…

Every day, more and more women are playing online bingo, not just for the fun games but also for the great community. But if you’re new to online bingo, getting started can seem daunting. To help you get going, we’ve put together this simple guide… What is online bingo? It’s just like traditional bingo, except you play on your computer, not in a hall. So it means you can play in comfort at home at a time that is convenient for you. How do I join? Visit womansown-bingo.co.uk, register and pick a member name and password. Then deposit money into your bingo account to buy tickets and play games. If you deposit £10, you can buy up to 1,000 bingo tickets.† You’re always in control because you decide how much…

I joined Quidco soon after it first launched in 2005, as another mother had recommended it on a parenting forum. I’d never tried a cashback site before, but I’m so glad I gave it a go. It’s so incredibly simple to use – all you have to do is register with your email address and bank details. You can also sign up to receive special offers from all your favourite stores. Chris and I have seven children and we live in a small town in Scotland, so there isn’t a lot of shopping choice. But with Quidco, I just type in the product or store that I’m looking for and it shows me the offers that are available. So many deals I use the Click & Collect service for my…

By seeing the Dalmatian Coast on a coach, you’re guaranteed to catch the best bits without having to worry about hire cars, train timetables or multiple hotel bookings. As soon as you arrive at Dubrovnik airport, your transport will be waiting – a fully air-conditioned luxury coach complete with a fridge stocked with ice-cold water [perfect when temperatures reach 40°C]. Your luggage will be packed into the hold for you – all you have to do is clamber aboard, relax and begin the adventure… Tranquil waters It’s great to meet fellow travellers and you really get to know the other members of the party – and your tour guide’s sense of humour! One of the highlight trips is a drive inland to Krka National Park, where the River Krka flows…

David Beckham is great – a brilliant ambassador for England. Jeannette Burroughs Richards I think it’s silly to have regrets – every mistake you make is a lesson. Carole Phillips Bring back Walkers Spicy Sausage flavour from the ’80s – yum! Kellie Belfield Pierce Brosnan is ageing well – he still does it for me! Definitely the best Bond ever! Joan Reed What do YOU think? Last week, we asked you… WOULD YOU RATHER GO ON A DATE WITH COLIN FIRTH THAN WIN £5,000? YES 60% NO 40% Don’t forget to visit our website for this week’s question!…

Gaynor Faye, 44, found fame in 1995 as Judy Mallett on Corrie . After leaving in 1999, she spent some time with her family before returning to soapland as Megan Sharma in Emmerdale in 2012. As viewers see Megan tearing down cheating husband Jai’s web of lies in a court battle, Gaynor reveals why she loves her character’s vindictive side. Megan can be pretty feisty. How do viewers react to that side of her? People like Megan. They say they’d like to be able to come out with some of the things she comes out with and get away with it. I’d like to be able to do that, too! You and Emma Atkins, who plays Charity, have been compared to iconic…

Hunted down It’s back to school, so it’s time to lose that spare tyre from all the rosé drinking during the summer. What better way to do it than taking on two former Gladiators? I caught up with pal Hunter (left) when he popped in with his mate Panther. He’s a personal trainer, so naturally I dropped and gave him 20. Not push-ups, obviously – just a few quid I found on the floor! KUNG PHEW-EY! Ben Shephard and Rochelle Humes invited me on to the set of Ninja Warrior UK and tempted me to try the gruelling assault course. I took it on in style in my peach sportswear (my colour therapist would have throttled me otherwise). Speaking of gruelling, Rochelle is the hardest working…

Fern Britton has raced to defend her dancer pal, Kristina Rihanoff, following news that the glamorous blonde and her former Strictly dance partner, Ben Cohen, 36, are now officially an item. Recent pictures of the couple on holiday with Ben’s twin daughters sparked an emotional and angry outburst from his estranged wife, Abby. Kristina, 37, has maintained she was not behind Ben and Abby’s split last year, saying she was devastated by accusations that she’d played a part in their break-up. And Fern, 58, believes the dancer is being unfairly judged. ‘I like Kristina very much,’ she said. ‘I worked with her, shared food with her, had a laugh with her – and all I ever saw was a very nice person. She’s incredibly attractive, so I think it’s very…

The queen of reality TV, Katie Price, has given her verdict on the news that ex-husband Peter Andre, 42, has signed up for hit BBC show Strictly Come Dancing – and it’s far from a 10 out of 10! The pair, who married back in 2005, have both starred in a string of reality TV programmes since their split, but Katie can’t hide her shock that her ex has managed to get a spot on the nation’s biggest show. ‘Even though she says she’s been asked for years to take part in it, she hasn’t been able to find the time. Now Pete’s doing it, she can’t deny she’s jealous that he has bagged a prime-time show – and also of all the outfits and bling…

COSY CAPES This season’s showpiece is the most stylish way to stay warm as the temperature drops GOING BOHO The boho dress trend continues into autumn, look out for darker hues and layer up with tights and boots UTILITY CHIC Perfect for easy weekend wear, stock up on fuss-free basics in earthy shades for a wearable look TOP TAILORING From structured blazers to tapered trousers here are our favourite office-appropriate pieces PUSSY-BOW BLOUSES This wardrobe staple has had a ladylike update with lots of semi-sheer fabrics and pretty jewel tones VICTORIAN LACE Delight in your dark side in this luxurious fabric that flatters most figures WINTER FLORALS Yes – they’re back for another season and sure to brighten up the colder months! CLASSIC CAMEL This timeless colour will always be…

The end of the summer, when temptation is less and you’re back in your daily routine, is the perfect time to start a weight-loss regime. But it’s even easier if you can still eat your favourite foods. Slimming World tells us that new members are always surprised that its flexible Food Optimising plan features so many things they expect to be banned on a diet. So we asked Slimming World to put together this exclusive filling and tasty meal plan for Woman’s Own readers – you can lose up to 7lb in two weeks*. Want to know more? Turn to p29 for our exclusive Slimming World membership offer. WHAT TO DO 1 Pick one breakfast, one lunch and one dinner every day. Feel free to repeat meals you enjoy –…

Should I date myson’s teacher? My husband and I have been in counselling for a year and we’ve finally decided to split. All the time we were trying to save our marriage, I had a secret crush on the deputy head at my son’s school. It was a nice distraction until we bumped into each other in the pub and he tipsily asked for my number. I gave it to him and felt really giddy. But a friend says he’s just out of his third marriage. Now I feel depressed. Should I pursue this? Kate, 49, London It sounds like this crush got you through a difficult year. While I’m sure it was exciting to fantasise about your son’s teacher, the reality is neither of you are in the best…

Reader rated Claire Shapter, 32, London ‘I’d had bleeding gums for two years but was shocked when my dentist said I had severe gum disease, caused by a build-up of plaque between my teeth. He said if I’d used interdental brushes, I could have avoided costly surgery. I’m now using TePe Interdental Brushes (£3.25 for six, lloydspharmacy.com) alongside regular brushing to remove the plaque and the bleeding’s stopped. What a simple solution!’ Bin the BOOZE! Sign up for charity drive Go Sober For October to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support. Now in its third year, the month-long challenge raised over £4 million in 2014. Most of us could probably benefit from a pre-Christmas detox, right? For more info, visit gosober.org.uk . APP of the…

Tuna and tomato linguine SERVES 4 PREP TIME 5 MINS COOKING TIME 10 MINS COST PER SERVING £1.70 YOU WILL NEED 300g linguine or spaghetti 3tbsp garlic-flavoured olive oil 1 red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped 200g baby plum tomatoes, quartered 75g black olives 2 x 120g tins tuna steak in spring water, drained, broken into chunks HOW TO DO IT 1 Cook the linguine or spaghetti in a large pan of boiling salted water for 8-10 mins or until just tender. 2 While the pasta is cooking, heat the garlic-flavoured oil in a large frying pan. Add the chilli and tomatoes and cook over a gentle heat for a few mins to soften. Add the olives and tuna, season and warm through. 3 Drain the pasta, reserving a little…

A QUICK GUIDE TO... LEFTOVER HOLIDAY CASH It might be tempting to use up holiday cash at the airport but last year we spent nearly £1b doing this – that’s 18.6 million Toblerones! And selling back currency often means poor exchange rates. Here are some other options to consider: SELL IT TO A FRIEND Do it at the same rate you bought it for – you can both cut out commission and fees. CLUB TOGETHER Some places will give you a better rate the more money you exchange. Ask friends and family if they have any leftover holiday money and see if you’ll get a better rate. GIVE IT TO CHARITY You’ll have a glow from your summer tan and a fuzzy feeling from doing a good deed! Boastful bargain…

For any mum, your child’s first day at school is an emotional one. But this week, when I wave my little girl, Beau, off at the gates, it will be even more special than most. Beau was born in July 2011 and my husband, Matt, then 40, and I were so thrilled. Her big sister, Eden, two, was also delighted to have a little sibling. The girls became such good friends and, as she got older, Beau wanted to do everything her sister did. Full of energy, they’d spend their days running around the house or the garden. But as Beau approached her third birthday, I noticed she didn’t seem quite herself. Over the next two weeks, she grew sluggish. On holiday in Eastbourne in April 2014, as Eden played…

I have always loved playing bingo and used to go to my local hall with my mum and sisters. But as we got older, it became more difficult for us to get to the hall. But, thankfully, it didn’t mean I had to give up bingo as I could start playing online! So I joined Woman’s Own Bingo and I haven’t looked back since… The thing I love about the site is that it feels just like being at a local hall. The way the games look is brilliant and it’s really easy to get used to. I’m busy during the week with my part-time job, so I’ll play around my shifts. Sometimes I play in the morning and at other times I’ll play in the evening on my laptop…

Fearne Cotton VIRGO (3 SEPT) The presenter has resigned from Radio 1 under the influence of freedom-loving Jupiter and by September she’ll have lots of work offers, but may well put family first. Aries 21 Mar – 20 Apr Have you been flirting? Has your relationship with your children or lover been changing? There are big developments now that show the way forward with this person. This is a super-creative week – good for hobbies and for finding left-field solutions. For more call 0901 609 4780* Taurus 21 Apr – 20 May A process that’s taken time, thought and energy on the domestic front is coming to a close. By the weekend, you have all the information you need and things should calm down. It’s a prime time to ponder…

Mock The Week THURSDAYS, BBC2 Comedian Dara O Briain is back for a brand-new series of Mock The Week , the hilarious game show that sees celeb panellists debate the week’s events. WHO’S DOING THE DISHES? WEEKDAYS, ITV Hosted by Brian McFadden, this show sees four contestants enjoy a three-course dinner cooked and served for them at the home of a celeb! The contestants then have to try to guess the mystery star – and if they fail, they’ll be doing the dishes! The Real Housewives Of Cheshire MONDAYS, ITVBE The hit show about the lavish lifestyles of Cheshire’s glam housewives returns for a new series and our six favourite ladies are up for even more drama and laughs. Missed out? Catch up on ITV Player.…

What was it like whenyou made it big? I’d say about 90% of it was good. I loved the travelling, which was why I became a pop star in the first place – certainly a lot more fun than being a travel agent, which was what I was doing before! Which singles do you love the most? Summer Rain, Mad About You and Heaven... , of course, because that really changed the game. What’s your life like now? Busy. I have lots of tour offers and when I’m not working, I’m travelling. I went across India by rickshaw to raise money for the Animal People Alliance campaign. I do yoga and I read a lot. You live in France and LA. Why France? I think we’d read too many A…

Coronation Street favourite Simon Gregson has played Steve McDonald in the popular soap since 1989. The star, 40, married his longtime partner, Emma, 31, back in 2010, and the pair have two children together, Alfie, eight, and Harry, six – with another one on the way later this year! We caught up with Simon to chat bizarre hobbies and embarrassing himself on set… What is your favourite item in your wardrobe? I’ve got quite a snazzy suit. I like my hats as well – I wear any kind of hat from a trilby to a cap or anything. My favourite is my trilby, it’s sandy coloured – but it’s disappeared! What’s your guilty pleasure? At the moment, it’s chocolate digestives. I can’t seem to get enough. I’ve stopped…