Innholdsfortegnelse for April 6, 2015 i Woman's Own

Spring is here and what better time to try out a new ok? Now Myleene Klass is e latest star to show off a recent transformation with her long locks cut into a smart bob. easing fans, the 6-year-old posted picture on Twitter, saying, ‘Check the hurr’. Her cut comes n the back of another famous ’do getting the chop – just weeks ago Cheryl Fernandez-Versini went for the shoulder-length trim. well, what’s wrong with a girl wanting to turn heads? 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.…

Klassy surprise! Myleene Klass, 36, looks like she’s getting ready to surprise some lucky people with these Easter treats. She’s even dressed up for the part with her bunny ears and matching fluffy robe! Like a bunny! Madonna, 56, wouldn’t be true to herself if her Easter effort wasn’t on the sexy side. There’s no denying she looked egg-cellent in her bunny ears and pink dress! Tree-mendous Nadia Sawalha, 50, got crafty last Easter when she created this festive tree to hang her egg-shaped baubles on. We wonder how she’s going to top her efforts this year?! Egg-stravaganza! We don’t think you got enough Easter eggs last year, guys! Kerry Katona, 34, and kids Molly, 13, Maxwell, seven, Lilly-Sue, 12, and Heidi, eight, looked as if they’d be eating chocolate…

The one thing you’re meant to be able to rely on, no matter what, is the support of your husband. After all, he’s there to love you regardless – for richer or poorer, in sickness and in health. As far as I was concerned, mine ticked all those boxes. But then a seemingly harmless letter proved Tim wasn’t what he seemed… When I first met Tim, it was 1999 and I was working as a gym receptionist. Tim was a carpenter and always popping in to do the odd job. Slowly, we got to know each other and although we couldn’t have been more different – I was bubbly, while Tim was more reserved – he asked me out on a date. We were meant to go to the cinema,…

Hair loss has zapped Mum’s confidence Until five years ago, my mum was a vibrant, healthy and happy woman and she had a full-time job, which she loved. Then her hair started falling out in patches and not growing back. She’s tried so many pills and potions, but nothing has helped. I want her to get a wig, but she just bursts into tears when I mention this. How can I help her? Janice,40,London I’m so sorry to hear about your mum and completely sympathise with her plight. Does she have a trusted hairdresser? If not, visit mynewhair.org – the site recommends hairdressers across the UK skilled in dealing with women who have hair-loss issues. Advances in technology mean your mum might be able to get away with a hairpiece,…

1 BOOSTS BRAIN POWER There is a direct link between chocolate consumption and brain function, according to Oxford University research. The study of 2,031 people between the ages of 70 and 74 found that the brain performance of those who had chocolate was signigicantly better than those who hadn’t. 2 KEEPS YOU SLIM People who eat small amounts of dark chocolate regularly tend to be thinner than those who ate it only occasionally, according to a study of 1,000 people. And a Danish study found dark chocolate is more filling than milk, reducing cravings for sweet, salty and fatty foods. 3 PROTECTS YOUR SKIN Flavonoids are found in dark chocolate and absorb UV light, helping to protect and increase blood flow to the skin, improving hydration and the complexion. Esthechoc,…

We all know that Saturday and Sunday is when our diets are most likely to go off the rails. Here are 10ways to stay on the straight and narrow without spoiling your downtime fun. Be realistic Your goal for the weekend is to keep your weight stable (actually losing weight is for Monday to Friday – see box). With this approach you can still achieve a steady loss of a pound or so a week. Catch upon your sleep There’s a strong correlation between sleep deprivation and weight gain, so you can do your waistline a favour by using the weekend to make sure you get enough sleep. In a nutshell, the more rested you are, the better you’ll be at fending off cravings. And while you’re asleep, you won't…

5 STEPS TO… drive down car insurance costs 1 COMPARE PRICES TODAY Even if you’ve only recently renewed your policy, you should still check for cheaper deals now. Unless you’ve put in a claim, you can usually cancel a policy part way through the year for a fee, and you may find switching to another provider saves you money in the long term. Remember, if you cancel before the expiry, you won’t earn a no-claims bonus. 2 LOYALTY DOESN’T PAY Never expect to secure automatic savings simply by renewing with your current provider. Insurers almost always reserve their best prices for new customers, not existing ones. It’s up to you to find the best deal by using comparison sites and then switching if your existing insurer won’t match the price.…

CLUES & ARROWS Fill in the clues in the direction of the arrows Quick&Easy If you really don’t have much time to spare, give your brain a break with one of these See if you can solve these in 10 minutes SUDOKU To solve the puzzle, each 3×2 box, each column and each row must contain the numbers 1 to 6 WORDSEARCH The answer is the word missing from the grid BORING DANGEROUS DULL FIERCE NOISY OBSCENE OFFENSIVE RUDE SMALL SMELLY USELESS VAIN VIOLENT WARLIKE WEAK CROSSWORD Put your feet up and have a go at our classic crossword ACROSS 8 Buffeted by wind and rain (7-6) 10 Slightly tinted(5) 11 Measure of typing speed (9) 12 Resembling an android (7) 13 Casino chip (7) 14 Money lending institution (4)…

Beach walks PORTHCURNO TO LOGAN ROCK Start at Porthcurno car park and take the coastal path to explore this classic Cornish beach, with its golden sand and rocky outcrops. Discover rockpools, nooks and crannies in the granite, a sandbar that moves every year and a great beach at Logan Rock. Distance: One mile More info: nationaltrust.org.uk PADSTOW AND STEPPER POINT Take a circular route using the South West Coast Path, starting at Padstow harbour (where scenes from Poldark were filmed) and taking in views of the mouth of the River Camel, beaches, coves and stunning rock formations. Distance: 1.5 miles More info: johnbraycornishholidays.co.uk Perfect pubs THE RASHLEIGH ARMS, STAUSTELL Drink a pint of the local ale at this pub steeped in history. It's based in Charlestown - which doubles as…

PIC OF THE WEEK Win £50 if w e feature your photo Absolutely fuming! Having just read your article ‘Getting rich on benefits?’ I’m fuming. How do these people have the nerve to brazenly admit to their exploits in the ‘benefit world’? I’ve worked since I was 16 and I am now 57. None of these people will ever come off benefits because they’re living a life I can only dream of, even though I’m now back at work on reduced hours, trying to make ends meet. I feel sorry for them – not! S Armer, Lancashire No compassion! I was absolutely appalled to read about Tamara Ecclestone’s £70,000 birthday party for her one-year-old daughter, which included ‘Sophia’s farmyard’. It would have been far better if she’d spent less…

ICE ICE BABY You would never believe the set of Neighbours can sometimes be freezing – but the cast and crew have had us fooled for years! Alan Fletcher, 58, who plays Dr Karl Kennedy, has revealed the temperature drops on-set during winter – and to keep up the pretence it’s a summer day, they suck on ice cubes. ‘We have to give the impression it’s always sunny on Ramsay Street,’ Alan said. ‘And sucking on ice cubes stops the mist coming out of our mouths when we’re filming scenes on a chilly morning.’ Hollywood KNOKING Our favourite Gogglebox double act could soon be leaving behind their South London sofa and heading for Hollywood! Sandy Channer and Sandra Martin are eyeing up movie roles, and they know who they want…

She’s known for her comedy roles in Absolutely Fabulous and French And Saunders, as well as starring on stage and writing hilarious novels. Now Helen Lederer, 60, is set to appear on Channel 4 soap Hollyoaks as a guest star. Here, Helen, who recently revealed she cancelled a gastric-band op prior to her TV return, talks about the stomach she hates and hurtful nicknames… What makes you happy? Chocolate cake… But I don’t want to be too happy as that equals guilt. Absence of anxiety makes me happy, too. You suddenly go, ‘Oh, there’s nothing I have to worry about.’ Also, catching up with a friend. The physical act of laughing and talking… it’s so important. I like to have Prosecco with them and a good laugh. What makes you…

Hole again Nicole Kidman, 47, flaunted her fabulous figure in this edgy LBD with skin-baring eyelets. Those strappy shoes add extra sex appeal too. Peekaboob Eva Longoria, 40, balances this daring asymmetric slash with long sleeves, a floor-skimming hemline and an elegant turtleneck. Mouth piece With a model pout, it’s no wonder Abbey Clancy, 29, chose this sheer little number emblazoned with lips. We’re swooning over her Jimmy Choo clutch too. Hemmed in Take a tip from Naomi Campbell, 44, and play with proportions. A high neck looks super-chic if you’re raising your hemline to show off a little more leg, just like Naomi. Pony club Wow! BGT’s Amanda Holden, 44, shows off her incredible figure in this body-con creation. Pop your hair back in a loose ponytail to make…

Woman’s own EXCLUSIVE PICTURES Judy Finnigan has revealed she feels ‘guilty and ashamed’ for relying too much on her husband, Richard Madeley, 58. The Loose Women star admitted, ‘He gets annoyed,’ adding, ‘…and I don’t blame him.’ Her comments come in an emotional confession about how her failure to get to grips with running her own social and business life is not just ‘embarrassing’ but is putting a strain on her marriage. Judy, 66, said, ‘I can’t use email or surf the internet. I do own a mobile phone but it’s an ancient Nokia. All I use it for is to make calls to my nearest and dearest. ‘I feel guilty about this and a bit ashamed. Guilty because anyone who wants to email me has to go through Richard,…

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Why does he feel threatened? After many years of being single, I’ve started a sexual relationship with a man who is wonderful in many ways but seems threatened about me using a vibrator when we make love. I’ve explained it’s the best way for me to experience pleasure, but he says it’s a mood killer for him. Help! Leigh, 48, Ipswich I think this all comes down to one issue and that’s whether you can orgasm any other way. For the sake of intimacy building, it might be a good idea to try without your vibrator. After all, it’s worth a go, isn’t it? If not then you and your partner will need to have a proper chat – outside of the bedroom. Reassure him that it’s nothing personal. Intimacy…

Laila Lewis, nutritional therapist at Nourishing By Nature explains: DARK CHOCOLATE contains cacao, which has flavonoids that help protect the body’s cells from free radicals that are implicated in the development of cancer. WHITE CHOCOLATE doesn’t contain cocoa or healthy flavonoids, so offers the fewest health benefits. MILK CHOCOLATE isn’t much better as the higher levels of sugar and milk neutralise the positive effects of the minimal flavonoids it contains.…

At night, I go to bed with a photo of my little girl. She’s just a newborn in the picture and I can still imagine her lying in my arms and the warmth of her against me. Yet this photo, taken more than two years ago, is all I have. Because instead of being with me, my precious daughter is hundreds of miles away, kidnapped by the person I should have been able to trust the most – and yet who wanted to hurt me more than anything. Growing up with four siblings, I always wanted a big family. And, when I met my husband Maher in 2009, he felt the same. We’d been working together at a restaurant for a few months before he asked me out and we…

We have all been guilty of it – hurrying past a homeless person on the street, then going home for a hot dinner and thinking nothing more of it. But if you hear about my friend Sharon Fitzgerald, you may just think again… I first met Sharon through friends in 2001. She was a single mum to Paige, five, and Louis, two. Four years later, she married Peter, a nurse, and they settled in Worthing, West Sussex, along with Peter’s children from a previous relationship, Jessie, then nine and Luke, eight. It was a chaotic but happy family life, with Sharon saying how lucky she felt. But then in 2012, Sharon heard from a friend about a local man called John, who was in his twenties and living on the…

Join with Woman’s Own and Quidco today and start earning! ‘I started a Twitter page’ With Quidco, a little turns into a lot, fast! Over the past nine months, I’ve had another £400 cashback, making my grand total £1,300. Last Christmas, I bought some clothes from Banana Republic for my mum – and got £60 cashback. I’ve even started a Twitter page (twitter.com/discounts4alluk) to shout about my Quidco earnings! VICTORIA PANORMO, 30 ‘I buy from shops I love’ Quidco works well for stay-at-home mums like me. It means I don’t have to leave the house to do the weekly shop. Another great thing is I can get money back from my favourite stores, lie Next, M&S and Boots. EMMA FISHER, 38 ‘We covered our HD costs’ Quidco makes a big…

Aries 21 Mar – 20 Apr The changes, chaos and downright unpredictable who’d-havethought-it business you’ve been dealing with come to a crashing climax this weekend. Afterwards, life calms down and returns to some kind of order. But for now, you have this to deal with. For more call 0901 609 4780* Taurus 21 Apr – 20 May Your ruler Venus in Taurus protects you in the face of unstable developments around this weekend. If it’s raining chaos, Venus is like an umbrella to shield you from the worst of it and promise you a happy ending. Don’t lose your temper. For more call 0901 609 4781* Gemini 21May–20Jun Life speeds right up from Tuesday but don’t race ahead too fast or by the weekend you could find you’ve…

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW Starring as Laurel Dingle in Emmerdale for over 12 years, it’s no wonder Charlotte Bellamy, 41, gets recognised in the strangest of places. The mum-of three – to Sunnie, 10, Herbie, seven, and her five year-old daughter Teddie – manages to juggle a full-time job and motherhood, hitting the gym regularly and whipping up a curry for dinner! We caught up with Charlotte to discuss her latest storyline and a whole lot more… Hi, Charlotte! You must be so busy with your family and a full-time job, how do you do it? I think any working parent finds it a continual juggle. It can be quite stressful, but it can be for stay-at-home mums too. What do you like to do on your days off? On my days…

DRIVING SCHOOL OF MUM AND DAD MONDAYS, 8.30pm, Sky 1 Strap your seatbelts on, it’s going to be a bumpy ride! Don’t miss this series, which follows a group of teenagers as they learn how to drive with the help of their patient parents. But they’d better learn fast – the mums and dads have one week to teach the kids before they take their test! Gracepoint WEDNESDAYS, 10pm, ITV Encore This is a definite must-see for all fans of Broadchurch. A new, 10-part US adaptation of the hit TV show starring David Tennant, Gracepoint expands on the original series, with new storylines and a gripping narrative. Missed an episode? Catch up on ITV Player. World’s Most Talented TUESDAYS, 9pm, Watch Don’t miss this TV extravaganza that travels the world…

FAKE TAN DISASTER Katie Price loves a spot of fake tanning, but it seems in this recent picture she’s gone a bit overboard! Fans were quick to react to the photo on Twitter, with one saying, ‘You look like you’ve tried to clean a chimney,’ and another adding, ‘You look like my burnt toast on Monday.’ The insults didn’t stop there, with one fan saying the 36-year-old looked like ‘a bourbon biscuit’ and many asking why she would post the picture! Katie laughed it off, however, and was spotted soon after looking back to her normal colour. Phew! UNPURRLIEVEABLE Jane McDonald will soon be swapping dresses for leotards as she’s set to replace Nicole Scherzinger, 36, in he musical Cats! Jane, 51, has been and picked by Andrew Lloyd Webber…

After Taylor Swift recently revealed she’s insured her legs for millions, we take a look at the other A-listers who have protected their winning assets against any accidental damage. From boobs to bums, legs and chest hair, it makes for bizarre reading… WHO? Tom Jones WHAT? Chest hair HOW MUCH? £3.5 million This one almost seems too good to be true, but reports have emerged that Welsh crooner Tom Jones, 74, was so keen to protect his world famous chest hair, he insured it for £3.5 million. That’s dedication. WHO? Julia Roberts WHAT? Smile HOW MUCH? ￡20 million Julia Roberts, 47, is renowned for her winning I smile, and to protect her asset, she supposedly I insured it for a massive I £20 million. That means I The August: Osage…

Sitting in her tiny bathroom, Angel Parrish watches on as her partner Donnie prepares to perform his daily ritual. Donnie lifts Angel’s top to reveal rolls and rolls of flab. As he picks up each one he gently applies talcum powder to relieve the sores caused by her huge size. ‘The other side’s really bad, too,’ he says, matter-of-factly, as if this is the most natural thing in the world. You see, Angel, 42, weighs a staggering 42st and she relies on Donnie to do everything, from dressing her to helping her to wash. While you might think Angel’s story is extreme, incredibly she’s not the only one. This week Angel, from Kerrville, Texas, stars in a shocking new documentary My 600-lb Life, along with others who weigh 40st-plus. We’d…

50% if you lose your muffin top A US study of nearly 16,000 patients with coronary heart disease found that a layer of flab around the tummy can be as dangerous as smoking a packet of cigarettes every day. In fact, it can double the risk of dying from heart disease or strokes, adding to the evidence that heart problems and furred arteries are not just linked to how much fat people have but also to the location of the fat. 24% by having a professional clean your teeth A study of 102,620 people over seven years found those who had their teeth ‘polished’ by a dentist or hygienist had a 24% lower risk of a heart attack. It’s thought that when the gums become inflamed, bacteria leaks into the…

Perfect PASTELS Spring is in the air so it’s time to brighten up your home. Just introduce soft pastel shades into your colour scheme… we love... ...the Columbia Road collection from BHS. Treat yourself to some fabulous accessories from this eclectic collection, inspired by the famous East End market. We think this quirky mix of florals is absolutely blooming marvellous! Cushions from £12, BHS. Save v splurge WIREWORK Bright lights Like candles? You’ll love these porcelain tealight holders. Place around the house individually or group for colour impact. Priced £29.95 for eight, Dotcomgiftshop. 3 of the Best Celebrate Easter with a cuppa and a comfy bunny cushion……

It’s so EASY Crispy potatoes with pancetta SERVES 6 PREP TIME 5 MINS COOKING TIME 40 MINS HOW TO DO IT ◆ 1.2kg new potatoes ◆ 2tbsp olive oil ◆ 4 garlic cloves, crushed ◆ 2tsp Italian dried herbs ◆ 100g cubed pancetta HOW TO DO IT 1 Heat oven to 200°C/Gas 6. Toss potatoes, oil, garlic and herbs in a large baking tray and cook for 20 mins. 2 Turn oven down to 180°C/Gas 4 and sprinkle over the pancetta. Return to the oven for 20 mins, until cooked through and golden. NUTRITION PER SERVING 173 cals, 5g protein, 23g carbs (2g sugar), 7g fat (2g saturates), 2g fibre, 0.5g salt Minty bean salad SERVES 6 PREP TIME 10 MINS COOKING TIME 5MINS YOU WILL NEED ◆ 350g green…

For over two months, my family and I opened our house to a TV crew, which filmed us 12 hours a day as we travelled in time from the 1950s to the 1990s. In each decade, we wore the clothes, lived among the furnishings and, most importantly, cooked and ate the food of the era – all meals based on ones recorded by real families in the National Food Survey. I guess our family is a typical example of the 21st-century British model. While family meals around the table aren’t unknown, they’re infrequent because our kids, Miranda, 17, Rosalind, 15, and Fred, 10, are out during the week at various clubs and activities, so we’re not often in the same place at the same time. Meals tend to be eaten…

I’d read winners’ stories in Woman’s Own years ago and that’s what made me want to sign up to the site. ‘Normal people do win big jackpots,’ I thought to myself. But even though I’d read the stories, I still never dreamt I’d be a big winner. After joining Woman’s Own Bingo, I won £20 here and £10 there, then I had a couple of £50 wins, which was great. But my biggest prize came at the end of last year. My husband, Stephen, 62, and I were having family over for dinner, so I’d been busy in the kitchen all day. After dinner, we’d been planning to go to our local village hall as there was a bingo night on and sometimes we’d go along and play. But by…

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Oscar-nominated actress Brenda Blethyn is back for the fifth series of Vera. Woman’s Own chatted with Brenda, who unbelievably will be celebrating her 70th birthday next February, to find out about her break from booze, secrets from behind the scenes and the oddest places she’s met fans… Is there a secret you can tell us about Vera? I bought those boots she wears for £12 in a sale in Birmingham about 20 years ago, and I thought, ‘They’ll come in handy one day.’ And didn’t they just! They’re children’s because I have small feet but I’m a Piscean and they say we have feet fetishes. So how many pairs of shoes do you own? I’ve got quite a few pairs. I give them away if they’ve been there for a…

Queen of The Voice Rita Orareveals all about coaching on the hit talents how and performing at the Oscars Congratulations on your first series of The Voice] How's the experience been? I've had a lot of laughs. The acts have so much personality. It's really different from what I expected. It's been fun and it has been shocking. I didn't expect to see some of the things I did on the show... Not in a bad way, but in an exciting way. You performed in front of a billion people at the Academy Awards... It was a bit like breathing for the first time. Does that make sense? It's like the first time you have a memory as a kid, feeling something for the first time. It was extremely amazing…