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

Kate, 51, revealed that she and Derek, 50, previously enjoyed a two-week sex challenge, which forced them to find time for intimacy every day for 14 days. ‘Scheduling a daily slot to jump on each other sounds unromantic. Everyone loves the idea of unplanned passion, don’t they?’ Kate said. ‘But having already set aside the time, we kept it for each other. It forced us to make time to be intimate, which I think is key to a happy marriage.’ The Good Morning Britain presenter even revealed she likes to make her hubby jealous from time to time, saying, ‘We are open about finding other people attractive. I like making him a little bit jealous every now and again; reminding him I am alive and someone might fancy me –…

Your fragrance for women, By Invitation, was an award-winner. Now there’s MB Pour Homme... Finally, for the gentlemen! For me, the son of an Italian immigrant who grew up on a fishing boat, it’s strange having a fragrance named after me. It’s as far away from reality as possible, so it’s pretty cool. A friend of mine asked me recently if I ever thought that was going to happen, and I said, ‘No, I did not!’ ‘I understand music by osmosis’ Do you know your top notes from your bottom notes? You mean the rose petals, the vanilla and the hint of tobacco? When I did the first fragrance – By Invitation – I went to the perfumers and it was amazing. What I learnt most was that those people,…

I’ve never been a confident woman. Overweight and a single mum to my son, relationships never seemed to last but there was something different about Stephen Davey. ‘Surely he deserved a second chance?’ We’d met in 2008 after he started messaging me on an internet forum. Confident and charming, he was genuinely interested in me and within a few weeks he’d moved into my two-bedroom home in Plymouth. It might sound hasty but I really did believe Stephen and I had something special, and my son, then seven, adored him. Stephen would come home from work at the local brewery with flowers for me, and he’d take my son out to play football in the park, and they’d go swimming. But one afternoon, in early 2009, a friend turned up…

Feed your body You can’t beat Nspa’s Sweet & Fresh Strawberry Shower & Bath Gel, £3. Asda, for a fruity way to lather up in the shower. It’s packed with vitamins to feed your skin so you’ll be left feeling clean and fresh. Oil up! If you suffer from very dry or irritated skin, Bioderma Atoderm Ultra-nourishing Anti-irritating Shower Oil, £8.50, is perfect. It contains vegetable biolipids, which are soothing on dry skin and help prevent it from feeling tight. Hydrate your skin We can’t get enough of the summery scent of Korres Basil Lemon Showergel, £8. It will refresh and revive your skin and the gentle ingredients, including wheat proteins, help to maintain hydration levels. Summer in a bottle If you’re not jetting off somewhere exotic, hop in the…

Joyce C won £ 1,000 on Sapphire Bingo ‘It was half-term, so I treated my grandchildren to some fun – we went to a trampoline park and did some other outdoor activities. Family is important to me and I love being able to spoil them a bit.’ Margaret M won £1,233 on Emerald Bingo ‘I was over the moon and screamed with excitement when I won the Jackpot! My husband and I went for a romantic and relaxing weekend to Bournemouth.’ Michelle P won £1,000 on Sapphire Bingo ‘I took my four children abroad for the first time! My family has lifelong memories thanks to our trip to Turkey and my bingo win.’ Michelle S won £8,596 on Bingo Lounge ‘This isn’t the first time I have won on…

3 ways to ease toothache Dentist Dr Amit Rai shares his advice 1 Gargle ‘Putting 1tsp of table salt in a cup of warm water can help . Stir thoroughly, and gargle for 30 seconds, ensuring the painful area is immersed.’ 2 Use gravity ‘Toothache before bed? Keep your head elevated as this restricts blood to the tooth, preventing it from throbbing.’ 3 Ease the pain ‘While you wait for your dentist appointment, patients of mine have found paracetamol and ibuprofen can work effectively.’ Try Combogesic Double Action Tablets (£3.99, Boots), which combines them both. Always read the label. A huge 52% of Brits say dental pain was one of the worst types of pain they’ve ever experienced* 70% The percentage of people over 55 who have been to A&E…

IF YOU DO ONE THING THIS WEEK… OPEN YOUR UTILITY BILLS! Brits are being warned against unwittingly falling victim to energy price hikes, as more than half of adults in the UK don’t open their gas and electricity bills, according to a study by Carphone Warehouse. With prices on the rise it’s more important than ever to find out what you’re paying and always remember to shop around to see if you can get a better deal. How to… be your own financial life coach Whether you long to travel the world or buy your dream car, it’s time to take action if you want achieve your goals A new study by wealth managers Brewin Dolphin has found only 11% of adults with life goals know how they will achieve…

Mr Organic Chopped Organic Italian Tomatoes 4 x 400g (Ocado) MEDITERRANEAN FISH STEW Serves 6 1 Fry 8 diced garlic cloves in 3tbsp olive oil for 5 mins. 2 Add 1 cinnamon stick, ½tsp chilli flakes, 3 x 5cm strips of orange peel, 250ml white wine, 3 x 400g tins chopped tomatoes, 2tsp sugar and 150g halved olives. 3 Simmer for 1 hr. Stir occasionally. 4 Add 800g chunks of hake and 300g raw peeled king prawns. 5 Cook for 10 mins. 6 Remove the orange and top with 1tbsp chopped fresh parsley. SWEET SNACK ProperCorn Chocolate Popcorn (Tesco) This lighter chocolate snack is made using Fairtrade Peruvian cocoa with a hint of sea salt for balance, and contains only 126 calories per bag! TRY TURMERIC Pukka Herbs Turmeric Active…

As I picked up a copy of Woman’s Own , back in May 2016, I started to read one of the stories. It was a feature about a woman who had won two jackpots on the bingo – amazing. ‘I love the excitement in the bingo rooms!’ As I read her story, I became curious – I’d played bingo in the past, but her excitement about the entertaining online bingo community, and her colourful description of the fun games, made me want to give Woman’s Own Bingo a try. I was warmly welcomed. Everyone was chatting about the games and giving me advice about which ones to play. It was nice to find such a friendly bunch of people. Over the next couple of years, I played different games, such…

Book Take Me In by Sabine Durrant, Hardback, Mulholland Books, £12.99 In her latest novel, Sabine explores how lives can change in a matter of moments – something Tessa and Marcus discover when a stranger saves their son’s life on a holiday that was supposed to help them forget the secrets that are eroding their relationship. But despite his heroic actions, his presence makes them uneasy and soon he is everywhere, learning far more about them than they want him to know… Film Mission: Impossible Fallout Out 25 July Still clinging to his action man status at the age of 56, Tom Cruise returns for the sixth time as daredevil spy Ethan Hunt. We know this new espionage outing will contain more acrobatic insanity as production on the movie shut…

James and Ola Jordan Celebrity Coach Trip returns to E4, with former Strictly pro dancers James and Ola Jordan among the stars heading on a 10-day tour of the Med. Lenny Henry The comedian takes a look back at his amazing career in a new tribute show Sir Lenny Henry 60th Birthday Special on BBC1, hosted by Sir Trevor McDonald. Richard Madden Former Game of Thrones star Richard leads the cast in new BBC1 thriller Bodyguard . He plays David Budd, assigned to protect a politician he despises.…

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How lovely to hear that This Morning’s Sharon Marshall has given birth to her first child, Betsey, at 46! Being a mother is a wonderful gift and I wish her all the joy in the world. Sheila Bunley, Chester The strawberry and Pimm’s drizzle cake in issue 29 looked so good I rushed out and bought all the ingredients to make it. It didn’t disappoint, it was delicious! Clearly my husband thought so too, because he stole the last slice! Jenny Range, Essex I couldn’t believe it the other day when my friend started talking about Christmas – it’s months away! She’s already started buying presents – it’s just bizarre to me. Anya Johnson, Watford…

‘She’s good at what she does’ It was recently revealed that she’s the second highest paid woman at the BBC, earning a whopping £330,000 to £339,999 a year. And Vanessa Feltz’s fiancé, Ben Ofoedu, has now defended her large pay packet, saying that she deserves it because she’s ‘intelligent’. ‘I think the BBC value her and she’s good at what she does,’ he revealed during a recent interview. The 46-year-old (who is the lead singer of Phats & Small) went on to explain that Vanessa is so smart, she has to lower her brain power in order to communicate with others. Wow! ‘I’d like to see another woman as intelligent as Vanessa – she has to come down from her intelligence to chat to people in conversations,’ he said. The…

Claire Danes, 39 She might hail from the other side of the pond, but actress Claire looks every inch the English rose in this gorgeous Dolce & Gabbana wrap dress. The contrasting tie adds extra definition to her waist. Louise Redknapp, 43 Wearing her hair in tousled waves and keeping her make-up minimal, Louise keeps all eyes on her ruffled skirt by Johanna Ortiz. A simple black cami and clutch bag dress up the feminine florals for evening. Salma Hayek, 51 The embellished shoulders, the velvet belt, the jewel-encrusted buttons – we can’t get enough of the detailing on Salma’s Gucci dress. How gorgeous is her purple eyeshadow and deep pink lip, too? Andrea McLean, 48 Fully embracing this season’s trend for punchy prints, Andrea made sure all eyes were…

What does THAT mean? Q I had an NHS health check last week and my doctor has called me back because one of my blood tests is abnormal. The receptionist says my HbA1c is 6% but I have no idea what this means and I can’t get an appointment for another couple of weeks. Please can you explain? A HbA1c, also called glycosylated haemoglobin, is a test that shows your blood-sugar level over the past two to three months. A normal level is 4% to 5.6%, while 6.5% or more means you have diabetes. Your result suggests you’re at risk of developing type 2 diabetes so your GP will want to talk to you about lifestyle measures like healthy eating and exercise to get the result back within the normal…

‘Around 15 years ago, Philip started to become stressed and confused. He was eventually referred by his GP for a CT scan in 2009, and was diagnosed with young onset dementia while still in his 50s. It’s emotionally and physically tiring caring for Philip at home and I find myself having to deal with a number of unnecessarily difficult situations. For example, I remember taking him to an adult day care centre, but I was told we were no longer welcome due to his “challenging” behaviour. I’ve found it great to be able to talk about my frustrations to a specialist Admiral Nurse like Rob, who not only understands but can also use my experiences to help other people or to challenge the situation with the relevant parties. I no…

No-one wants to miss out on summer fun simply because they’re trying to lose weight. But now there’s no need to! Dropping the pounds this summer doesn’t need to mean boring food and no sweet treats. Stay cool in the heat by enjoying a delicious freezer snack every day alongside a healthy, balanced diet – and watch the weight fall off! What to do ✤ Pick one calorie-controlled breakfast, lunch and dinner from the lists on these pages. ✤ Select one daily iced treat. ✤ Have 300ml skimmed milk a day. You can use this in tea or coffee, or have as a separate drink if you wish. ✤ Aim to walk 10,000 steps a day. This usually means moving around for at least an hour and a half, but…

MIND-BOGGLING You definitely do a double take with this sand sculpture. WHEELY COOL A quirky car that plays tricks on the eyes. FOXY FENCE These foxes almost blend into the wood. CANINE CONFUSION It looks like this little pup has arms. DOG NAP Don’t worry, it’s a dog, – not a naked man! WATER WEDDING If we didn’t know any better, we’d say these two are ready to wed. PUPPY POWER At first glance, this looks like a two-headed dog. LOOK AGAIN Nope, he doesn’t really have a tiny head – he’s just resting it on the desk.…

Aries 21 Mar – 20 Apr With your ruler Mars squeezed in Friday’s eclipse, a tricky situation hits a crisis. If it you lose a relationship, so be it. Eclipses like this mark the ending of what’s not to be. Taurus 21 Apr – 20 May One minute you’re up, the next you’re down. This week’s bumpy ride stirs up deep emotions. An important process may be coming to an end. Go easy on yourself. Gemini 21 May – 20 Jun Communication goes to extremes. Misunderstandings are dramatic, arguments could be catastrophic. And your chatty ruler goes backwards making it trickier. Be careful. Cancer 21 Jun – 22 Jul When crabs are threatened they scuttle under a rock – or attack with their claws and won’t let go. A development…

1 Love Island, ITV2 What with the weather and the World Cup, it’s been an unforgettable summer – especially for the Love Islanders who have endured eight weeks in the villa to see who will be crowned 2018’s winners. The smart money is on Jack and Dani getting spliced at The Vic. 2 Poldark, BBC1 All buckle and plenty of swash, fans bereft at the prospect of the Cornish saga’s fourth series coming to an end this week will be thrilled to know a fifth – and final outing – is promised for next year. Spoiler alert: you can find out what’s coming up if you read the books! 3 Emmerdale, ITV When a devastated Sam tells his son Samson that he helped his mum to die, Samson lashes out…

It looks like Richard Madeley was definitely making the most of the heatwave, as he stepped out topless in London sporting a deep mahogany tan. And Richard, 62, who’s set to host Good Morning Britain for most of the summer, didn’t seem embarrassed to reveal he appears to have gained a bit of weight around the middle – nothing a few workouts with his fitness fanatic daughter Chloe can’t fix……

Fake it Freshly Baked London Baby Powder Dark Self Tan Mousse, £14, lookfantastic.com Lovely lilac Go hands free with a colour-pop cross-body bag. £14, Tu Clothing Picnic time This fold-up blanket is the perfect size for a day at the park. £12.99, Homesense Hair hero Leave this on for a few minutes to treat your tresses. Pantene Gold Series Repairing Mask, £7.99, Superdrug Floral fancy Use this scarf to add instant colour and style. £14, M&Co Power print These statement trousers are sure to make your pins the centre of attention. £14, sizes 8-20, Matalan Comfort first Spruce up your sofa for summer. £10, John Lewis Poolside essential Umberto Giannini Pool Proof Leave-In Hair Protection Cream, £8, Boots Drink pink Fleurs de Prairie Côtes de Provence Rosé, £7.29, Aldi Let…

FLOATY FABRICS Perfect for keeping you cool in the summer heat, lightweight fabrics skim over any lumps and bumps. Jump to it Wide-legged all-in-ones are a failsafe way to make petite ladies look taller. Teamed with a waist-whittling wrap style and curve-giving ruffles, you’re on to a winner. Add a wedge A great way to add height, team with wide-legged trousers or maxi dresses. HIGH-WAISTED Make the most of your curves this summer with tummy controlling high-waisted bottoms and a push-up bikini top. Clever cover-up A holiday essential to take you from beach to lunch. Choose a cover-up with detailing on the outer edges to draw the focus away from your middle. Asymmetric hemlines Subtly show a little leg without revealing too much with help from a diagonal hemline –…

I want to meet someone Q I’m coming up to 54, and after being single for over 10 years I want to meet someone. I detest the thought of internet dating, and I don’t want to do blind dates. All I want to do is meet a like-minded man but at the groups I go to there are only women. My daughter and son (in their 20s) say I have to break out of my comfort zone, but part of me wonders why I should? I’m too old to try and be something else just for a relationship. Do you have advice for me? Lynne, 54, Lancs A Breaking out of your comfort zone, and changing who you are for a relationship, are two different things. One is about moving…

Raspberry-ripple meringue cake Serves: 12 This is a tempting and tasty twist on the classic pavlova. You will need: • 500g tub 0% fat Greek yogurt • 600ml carton double cream • 1tbsp vanilla bean paste • 125g golden caster sugar • 400g raspberries • 2 x 100g shop-bought pavlova bases • 6tbsp lemon curd • 125g amaretti biscuits (8 reserved for decoration and the rest crushed) • 2tbsp raspberry and cassis wine • 1tbsp freeze-dried raspberry sprinkles How to do it: 1 Line a 15cm round, deep springform cake tin. Spoon the yogurt into a sieve and leave for 15 mins to drain off excess liquid. Whip the cream with the vanilla bean paste and 60g of the sugar until it forms peak s; set aside. 2 Mix together…

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