Innholdsfortegnelse for 30-Apr-2018 i Woman's Own

We’re always on standby for another gripping TV drama – and the wait for the next slice of essential viewing is over! Brand new BBC series The Split starts this week and follows high-flying divorce lawyer Hannah (played by Unforgotten’s Nicola Walker), whose family life is just as dramatic as the divorces she’s settling. The star-studded cast for the six-parter, which airs on Tuesdays, also includes Meera Syal, Stephen Mangan and Stephen Tompkinson. Trust us, you won’t want to miss it! Get six issues of WOMAN’S OWN from £1* Subscribe online at womansownsubs.co.uk/14SB  or call 0330 333 1113, quoting code 14SB Save up to 50%…

BARE-FACED BEAUTY Despite her flawless-looking skin in the Loose Women studio, Stacey has been very open about her struggles with adult acne, admitting, ‘Sometimes it really gets me down.’ HAIR HORRORS Stacey’s blonde locks always look great, but all is not as it seems as she gets added help in the form of her wig, ‘Suze’. The £1,000 investment helps cover greys and years of damage. SHAVING VOW She ditched the razor, letting her leg hair grow for four months, and at one point even ‘vajazzled’ her legs with colour, glitter and gems.…

When was the last time you went for a walk? Last year, Public Health England (PHE) found that 6.3 million Brits aged between 40 and 60 failed to manage a brisk 10-minute walk just once a month. Yet walking is free, easy and good for our health – just 30 minutes of exercise five times a week reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer and Type 2 diabetes, and can help relieve symptoms of depression. Plus, walking boosts circulation, making your skin look fresher and younger. So, what are you waiting for? Keep track You don’t have to spend a fortune on a tracker. We love the Nokia Go (£39.95). Or download PHE’s Active 10 app (free at the App Store and Google Play). Keep feet neat Walking shoes should…

‘I had to live a good life in her memory’ It was impossible to think of my mum Denise without remembering her smile – even though life hadn’t always been easy for her. She’d had multiple sclerosis for 20 years. It affects the brain and spinal cord, and Mum was in a wheelchair. But she didn’t let it get to her. She had time for everyone and always put others first. Especially with me as a teenager – I could be moody and tearful, but Mum was always there for me, even if I didn’t fully appreciate it at the time. When I was 17, Mum had a routine leg operation, but got pneumonia and septicaemia, causing her body to shut down. On 25 April 1992, Mum died. She was…

1 Keep limber ‘Pain can be worse if joints are stiff, so perform toe exercises and stretches each night.’ 2 Limit high heels ‘Reduce wearing to just a few hours a day to improve foot health.’ 3 Protect the bunion ‘Wear shoes that have a wider toe box and are made from more flexible materials, such as the range from Calla Shoes (callashoes.co.uk). Squeezing feet into ill-fitting shoes will cause pain.’…

example, if you head to Mexico from the USA, will your policy cover you? Read the small print It may seem obvious that you’ll need extra cover for activities such as bungee jumping, but insurers can count horse riding and mountain biking as ‘adventurous’. Check you’re covered for everything you plan to do. There will also be restrictions about where you keep your valuables, so make sure you know the rules. Don’t pay twice Some bank accounts that charge a monthly fee offer travel insurance as a benefit. Could that apply to you? If so, look into it before buying another policy. As soon as you book a holiday, it’s essential to organise travel insurance so you’re covered in case of problems, or if you have to cancel. Decide what…

Smoked salmon and pickled cucumber Serves: 1 Light and zingy cucumber works perfectly here to balance out the oily fish. You will need: • 100g cucumber, deseeded and cut into half moons• 4 radishes, finely sliced• 2 spring onion, sliced• ½ red chilli, finely chopped• 2tbsp rice wine vinegar• 2tbsp freshly chopped dill• Few leaves fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped• 112g smoked salmon How to do it: 1 Put the cucumber into a jar with the radishes, spring onion, chilli, vinegar, herbs and seasoning. 2 Stir, then top with the smoked salmon. Cover and chill until ready to eat. CALS: 238 FAT: 11g SAT FAT: 2g Tip You can use any old jam jar for these salads, but a wide-necked Kilner jar makes it easier to get at them! Egg, peas…

Why go? Picnics with the family on sun-filled days in the South of France are the stuff holiday dreams are made of. And the family-orientated Sunêlia Domaine de la Dragonnière on the sun-kissed Mediterranean coast can be a great-value destination for a summer jaunt. This five-star holiday village close to the seaside resort of Vias offers a huge range of accommodation, from spacious camping pitches and mobile homes to architect-designed lodges and chalets. We flew from London Stansted to Béziers. From there, the transfer to the village took just minutes – perfect with a three-year-old in tow. Our home for the week was a beautiful two-bedroom Taos chalet. These modern homes have everything you need for self-catering, including a fully equipped kitchen. We were also greeted with freestanding luxurious hammocks,…

Aries 21 Mar – 20 Apr This week you can take on the world, move mountains, even get yourself promoted. But you could lose your temper in a way that will take some clawing back from. Taurus 21 Apr – 20 May Now that the sun’s in your sign you get a chance to shine. Remember that as a tense relationship situation builds it comes to a crisis point by Monday’s Full Moon. Gemini 21 May – 20 Jun Even the perkiest Gemini could feel their mood dip when harsh thoughts and self-criticism are likely. You’ve been through a trying time lately so be kind to yourself. Cancer 21 Jun – 22 Jul Here’s a warning: Monday’s Full Moon brings out feelings, desires and jealousies you’d rather keep hidden. And…

1. Coronation Street, ITV Screams from behind a bathroom door herald the arrival of Eva’s baby, the very one she intends to hand over to Toyah. Breaking down the door, Toyah is forced to deliver the tot, calling on her Casualty experience, no doubt. 2. Benidorm, ITV It’s the final swan song – for now – for the sunny sitcom, delivering belly laughs and an impressive roster of guests, including Holly Johnson, Claire Sweeney and Layton Williams. Karaoke on the Costas may never be the same again. 3. EastEnders, BBC1 Halfway returns to Walford to give things a go with Whitney, but he’s harbouring a secret that shocks her about his life in the army. Also following hot on the heels of his boots and army garb will be his…

MELANIE SYKES She has recently been showing off her gym-honed figure on Instagram, wearing bikinis, tiny crop tops and gym leggings. And the 47-year-old also revealed how much she’s working out, saying, ‘Fitness keeps me mentally happy, and it’s an investment into my old age. Starting training in my 30s has paid off, and I’m hoping to keep fit and healthy with the right food and exercise, so I have energy into my later years.’ But fans are worried she’s taking her fitness regime too far, with one commenting, ‘Take a day off.’ EMMA WILLIS Emma Willis, 42, shocked fans of The Voice when she swapped her usually loose-fitting outfits for a skin-tight dress, revealing her tiny frame. While some complimented her ‘incredible’ outfit, others were…

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Best for: Silver hair Give salt and pepper locks a platinum makeover with L’Oréal Paris Colorista Silver Shampoo, £6.99, Superdrug. Applied once or twice a week, it’ll inject icy tones into your tresses, making them look shinier and healthier. Best for: Redheads Using 100% vegan ingredients, Infuse My Colour Copper Wash, £13.95, is a must-buy for any redheads fed up of fighting colour fade. Use in place of your normal shampoo – as regularly as needed – to warm up your colour and reveal bolder, more vibrant red tones. Best for: Reducing brassiness The secret to a salon-worthy blonde? OGX Lavender Platinum Conditioner, £7, Tesco, uses purple tones to neutralise brassiness, plus UVA and UVB filters to stop the sun drying and fading your hair. Best for: Brunettes Just as…

Here’s a simple way to build up to 10,000 steps a day in just one week (if you’re the average person, you’re probably doing no more than 4,000 at the moment)… Monday Add 15 minutes’ walking to your normal daily activities. Do it all in one go at a comfortable pace. ● STEP TOTAL Approx 5,500 (1,500 walking, plus your usual daily 4,000 steps) Tuesday Take two 10-minute walks and increase the pace so you’re walking as briskly as you can. ● STEP TOTAL Approx 6,000 Wednesday  Up your walking to 30 minutes – ideally all in one go. Walk at a comfortable pace. ● STEP TOTAL Approx 7,000 Thursday Do a 30-minute walk alternating one minute of very fast walking (almost a run) with three minutes at a slower…

She says she doesn’t need to grieve Q Last year, my sister’s husband died from cancer at the age of 42. I know she is heartbroken as they were married for 15 years and very happy. Since his death, I have tried to be there for her but she continually shuts me out saying she doesn’t need to grieve or talk about it. In many ways her response is very strange. I’m worried that she’s going to have a breakdown if she doesn’t let it out. Mary, 47, Middlesex A When someone dies there is no ‘right’ way to grieve. We all think we know how we’d respond but, the truth is, until it happens to you it’s impossible to say. Some people do indeed go to pieces and cry,…

Often dubbed ‘the silent killer’, around one in three UK adults suffers from high blood pressure* and it’s costing the NHS over £2.1 billion every year. Are you one of the 5 million people in the UK undiagnosed? Or, if you are suffering, how can you help yourself? Eating the right foods is a good place to start… Beetroot ‘Beets, whether in the form of juice or as whole beetroot, are high in nitric oxide, which help blood vessels vasodilate (or relax) thus reducing blood pressure,’ says Donia Hilal, nutritionist at Holland & Barrett. Try adding beetroot to salads, or roasting slices of the veg to make healthy crisps! Garlic Donia says that alicin, the active ingredient in garlic, is responsible for its host of health benefits. Incorporate one to…

Kitty Dimbleby, Bel’s daughter, says: ‘To me, there’s no question that I’d care for Mum. That’s just what you do, isn’t it? We’re blessed to have longevity in our genes: my paternal grandmother lived until her nineties and my maternal grandparents are 93 and 96. Mum, her parents, my brother and me and our families all live within a six-mile radius. Nan and Grandad have been, and still are, the most devoted parents and grandparents and it’s only right that now their love and care is repaid. I feel looking after my parents is a rite of passage I’d be proud to honour.’…

1 Mobile marvels It’s tempting to keep hold of old handsets in case you ever need a spare but a recent smart phone in good condition could be worth hundreds. There’s a range of companies online that will buy them off you, including Envirofone (envirofone.com). Just remember to wipe personal data before you send it. 2 Money for old books You might assume a stack of old books, CDs and DVDs won’t be worth anything. But there are specialist companies such as webuybooks.co.uk that will take them off your hands and pay you too! The value will depend on the titles you’re selling, but you will usually be given an instant valuation so you can work out if it’s worth your time. 3 Get online If you’re looking to shift…

Häagen-Dazs Belgian Chocolate (Iceland) ICEBOX CAKE Line a 16cm round spring-clip cake tin with baking parchment. Put a medium sponge flan base (with edge removed) in the middle and vertically line 26 sponge fingers around tin. In a large bowl, whip 350g chocolate ice cream until smooth. Pour into the cake tin and spread with a spatula. Place in the freezer for about 10 mins or until slightly set. Repeat with 350g raspberry and 150g vanilla ice cream and store in the freezer for 4 hrs until firm. Remove from tin and leave for 10 mins before serving, decorated with chocolate curls. #MEATFREEMONDAY Frozen Quorn Pieces (Morrisons). This versatile meat-free ingredient can be used in all manner of ways. They make a delicious alternative to chicken in curries, stir-fries and…

Send in your pics & win We’d love to see your favourite photos. It could be a snap of your dog, a precious baby, your family or even just one of yourself. If we feature your photo, you will win £25. Email, tweet or Facebook us at the address below. RANT OF THE WEEK Why do parents let their children run amok in restaurants? It irritates other customers, who have no desire to hear screams and tantrums over their dinner, and it’s dangerous. When children run around near hot food and drinks, accidents can happen. If parents let their little ones behave badly at home that’s their business. Out in public, they should be considering others. Louise Grant YOU SAID IT! I’ve been hearing a lot about sex…

‘I love my imperfections’ She’s received huge amounts of praise in the past for her honesty about everything from her body to her kids, but as Stacey Solomon continues to reveal all about herself and her life, fans are getting fed up. The Loose Women panellist stood out from the crowd last year when she posted a video of herself in a bikini on her Instagram. But, in contrast to most people’s summer holiday footage, Stacey took the opportunity to point out her body flaws from her ‘saggy boobies’ to her ‘muffin top’ in a bid to celebrate her wobbly bits. ‘I thought I’d make a little holiday video celebrating my society-labelled “imperfections” because actually I love them, they’re part of me, and they have their uses!’ she wrote in…

Pushing my three-year-old twins, William and Mathilda, on the swings in the park, I couldn’t help smiling as they laughed and kicked their baby Doc Martens in the air. It seemed impossible to imagine being anything but besotted with my adorable children. But I hadn’t always felt this way. For as long as I can remember, I was certain I was meant to be a mother. But after marrying Andy in September 2012, we struggled to conceive. At 36, I knew time was against me. So in January 2014, I booked an appointment with a fertility specialist, who started me on a drug called Clomid, which would help my body produce more eggs. She warned it’d probably take at least three months to get pregnant. But just six weeks after…

‘He isn’t smiling’ Q My grandson was born five weeks prematurely and spent time in the special care baby unit. He’s home now and feeding well, but I’m concerned that he is 10 weeks and isn’t smiling at all. I don’t want to worry my daughter but should we be taking him to the doctor to get him checked over? Katy, Cambridge A Babies develop differently, but as a rule we expect them to start smiling from four to six weeks old. However, we do adjust timings of developmental milestones to allow for prematurity. So, a baby born five weeks early should start smiling between nine and 11 weeks. If he shows no signs of smiling in the next few weeks, ask your daughter to tell her health visitor or…

Q What’s a healthy blood pressure – and what’s not? NHS guidelines state that the ideal blood pressure is between 90/60mmHg and 120/80mmHg. If your BP falls below 90/60mmHg, it’s considered low, and may need to be assessed. If your BP is 140/90mmHg or above, it’s considered high, and will equally need to be assessed. Your BP will fluctuate throughout the day depending on your activity levels. Q My blood pressure is high. What impact will this have? Persistent high blood pressure can increase the risk of serious health conditions, such as heart problems, strokes and damage to other vital organs. Q How often should I get it checked? At least once every five years, whether you think you are at risk or not, as many people don’t have any…

DEAL OF THE WEEK Have a day out with the family for less with Great Northern railway. Up to four children aged 5-15 can travel for just £2 each off-peak on most journeys across the network when travelling with an accompanying adult. T&Cs apply. For more info, visit greatnorthernrail.com/tickets/discounts-and-railcards/kids-for-2. IF YOU DO ONE THING THIS WEEK… FIND YOUR CASH QUICKLY Get hold of your money more easily with the free app Mastercard Nearby. The app allows you to view the nearest cashpoints to you on a map or by list view, ranking them by distance. It also shows the retailers where you can pay using a contactlessenabled card or mobile wallet. Did you KNOW? New research from Citizens Advice has found 3.2 million Brits had to take time off work…

‘At 27st I didn’t want any photos’ You have to have photographs at your wedding!’ cried my future mother-in-law Wendy, 52, in astonishment. It was February 2015 and I’d been dreading telling her my decision for weeks now. After all, Wendy’s walls were covered with photos of her other sons’ weddings and I knew she wanted some professional shots of me and my fiancé John, too. I couldn’t tell her why I didn’t want any pictures, but I weighed 27st 11lb and was a size 34. And with our wedding just two months away, there was no crash diet that would help me. But Wendy seemed so upset. ‘OK,’ I sighed. ‘We can have a photographer...’ She looked so relieved, so I went online to book one. I’d been big…

Book Never Greener by Ruth Jones Hardback, £12.99 Seventeen years after Kate had her heart broken by married man Callum, she is now a successful career woman, happily married and mother to a beautiful daughter. Callum is also happy with wife Belinda and both truly believe that their intense and passionate affair has been put to rest. Then after all this time, they meet again and suddenly they are faced with the chance to find out what could have been, even though it would cost them everything. Film Avengers: Infinity War Out 26 April Comic-book superheroes the Avengers are back for their third adventure. Hold tight for the return of Robert Downey Jr’s wisecracking Iron Man, Chris Evans’ strapping Captain America and Chris Hemsworth’s hammer-heaving Thor,…

Benedict Cumberbatch In the new Sky Atlantic series, Patrick Melrose , the Sherlock actor takes on the role of an upper-class playboy with a serious substance abuse problem. Monica Dolan The actress is set to play MP Jeremy Thorpe’s wife in BBC1’s A Very English Scandal, about how he was caught up in a murder plot to kill his ex-lover. Orlando Bloom The Hollywood star is part of Amazon Prime’s new fantasy drama Carnival Row, set in a city of mythical creatures. Orlando plays an inspector investigating a murder.…