Innholdsfortegnelse for 03-Sep-2018 i Woman's Own

Finally! The nation’s favourite baking show is returning and we couldn’t be more delighted. Noel Fielding and Sandi Toksvig will be back on hand to help 12 new bakers find their feet within the famous white tent. Meanwhile, Prue Leith and Paul Hollywood will have their judging hats firmly on as they riffle their way through soggy bottoms and some seriously awe-inspiring showstoppers. Tea and cakes at the ready – it’s time to bake!…

It looks like Meghan Markle always had her sights set on a tiara, as an article reveals her dream of being a princess. In a 2014 interview with humanitarian Princess Alia Al-Senussi of Libya on her blog The Tig, the Duchess of Sussex admitted she ‘was all about She-Ra, Princess of Power’. She also went on to say, ‘Just look at the pomp and circumstance surrounding the royal wedding and endless conversation about Princess Kate.’ Some dreams do come true!…

How are you finding life in the big house as Sir Pitt Crawley? The house is freezing – colder inside than on the outside but it’s beautiful… and actually one of the finest houses I’ve filmed in. Were you a fan of William Thackeray’s book? It’s fabulous. I’ve managed to concentrate all 19 volumes on the bits to do with me. On an iPad you can put the character’s name in and go to every reference and line. When I watch it back, I’ll be shocked there’s anyone else in it but then that’s always a shock for me. I never read other people’s lines. ‘I’ve bought myself a carriage!’ Sir Pitt Crawley is quite a character… He’s an MP, but very much a man of the country. I think…

As I adjusted the straps on my size 12 pink, floral bikini, I looked at my body in the full length mirror in my bedroom. ‘Wow,’ I thought, a smile tugging at the corners of my mouth and tears brimming in my eyes. At 44 I’m proud of my defined waist and slim legs but my figure has come at a cost – and years of heartache. It was September 2013 when I started to feel unwell. As a nurse at John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford, my job was demanding so it was easy to put my symptoms of feeling lethargic and bloated down to being overworked. But they didn’t let up. ‘You could be going through the menopause early,’ said my GP. At 39, I wasn’t convinced, and as…

In the bath A bath in itself is a treat, especially if you up the ante with these little luxuries… • Bath oil – Pour a bath oil under the hot tap while it’s running. Radox Revitalizing Eucalyptus Bath Soak, £3.99, smells like a spa and moisturises your skin with vitamin E too. • Hair mask – The steam of your bath allows a hair mask to nourish more deeply, so it is the perfect time to wear one. L’Oréal Elvive Extraordinary Oil hair mask, £5.09, is fab. • Face mask – These do their job better during bath time, too. Try Sanctuary Spa 5 Minute Charcoal Detox Mask, £9.99. On the sofa It’s time create a cosy atmosphere – pop on that film you’ve always been meaning to watch…

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Do you dread coughing, laughing or sneezing because you might wet yourself? ‘Around one in three women experience some form of bladder weakness,’ says Elaine Miller, a Pelvic Health Physiotherapist based in Edinburgh. ‘But, the real figures could well be much higher as research shows only 30% of women seek help.’ What’s your type? ‘There are two main types of bladder weakness – stress incontinence, caused by weak pelvic floor muscles where you may leak when you lift, run, jump, cough, laugh or sneeze,’ says Elaine. ‘The other is urge incontinence where, as well as leaking, you also have an intense urge to urinate. Bladder weakness may occur after childbirth (through stretching or damage to the muscles and ligaments that support the pelvic floor), menopause (oestrogen loss weakens muscles), damage…

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Red seedless grapes (Iceland) GRAPE AND WALNUT BREAD 1 Mix 350g strong wholemeal bread flour, 85g sugar, 15g yeast and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Add 175ml tepid water and 2tbsp oil. Mix well and then knead until elastic. Place in a warmed bowl and leave in a warm place to double in size. 2 Preheat the oven to 180C/Gas 4. Knock back the dough and cut into two. Shape each into a flattened round on a floured baking tray. 3 Mix 65g caster sugar, 200g seedless grapes, 85g walnuts and 1tbsp chopped rosemary together and put a third on one of the dough circles. Top with the other circle and press to seal. 4 Brush with oil and sprinkle with the remaining grape mixture. Add sprigs of…

Aries 21 Mar – 20 Apr While your ruler’s been travelling backwards since late June, you’ve seen plans fall apart. Now Mars turns around you know what you want. You’re back in control. Taurus 21 Apr – 20 May It’s a cracking week for reorganising your routine, looks or life. Any chances you get to bring more beauty into your life, take them. You’ll be delighted with the results. Gemini 21 May – 20 Jun On Monday, 3 September the Gemini Moon encourages you to declutter. Not just cupboards, but your social life. Anything you don’t enjoy? Knock it on the head. Cancer 21 Jun – 22 Jul Some of you have been having relationship difficulties. Others reliving feelings for someone in your past. Now both those things get easier.…

Matthew Goode Vampires, witches and demons hide in plain sight in Sky1’s new supernatural drama, A Discovery of Witches, with Matthew playing a vampire scientist. Jamie Dornan Northern Irish actor Jamie stars in the new three-part BBC2 drama, Death and Nightingales, set over 24 hours in County Fermanagh in 1885. Joanna Scanlan Riots, far-right groups and a fiery local election kick off the third series of C4’s No Offence and Joanna’s character, DI Viv Deering, is at the centre of the action.…

£25 STAR PHOTO 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. Write, tweet or Facebook us at the addresses below. RANT OF THE WEEK People who leave taps dripping are terrible. That constant drip, drip, drip sound has to be one of the most annoying things. I’ve lost track of how many times I’ve walked into the toilet at work – and even at home – and seen the tap has not been turned off properly. It’s just plain lazy – and bad for the environment too! Elizabeth Mollen, Yorkshire THE LAST WORD ‘Failure is a…

Linda Robson has been looking fantastic since overhauling her diet and lifestyle in 2017. But as she continues to maintain her incredible weight loss, it seems that her new found love of yoga could be the secret behind her youthful complexion. Especially since fans couldn’t help but notice her new look in recent yoga videos the star has shared. ‘You look fabulous AND younger, well done xx,’ one person wrote on social media. While another added, ‘You look about 30 @lindarobson58 – just booked myself a yoga session as you’ve inspired me!’ And a third commented, ‘You look so young and vibrant, such an inspiration x.’ ‘Doctors said I was at risk of diabetes’ Yoga fanatic Since deciding to change her lifestyle, Linda has made a conscious effort to include…

Catherine Tyldesley, 34 Turning to the dark side with her new brown hair, former Corrie actress Catherine appears on TV wearing this lemon floral dress – perfect for any occasion you might have this year. Anthea Turner, 58 Anthea tries the cold shoulder trend with this pink Bardot dress. Wearing jeans underneath is a great way to carry off shorter lengths if you don’t want to show too much skin. Jennifer Garner, 46 Looking blooming lovely at the launch of her baby food brand, actress Jennifer’s ruffled dress is kept simple with a pair of tan sandals. Katie Piper, 34 When it comes to red carpet and occasion dressing, Katie always gets it right! This tulle layered dress looks stunning on her. She matches the hue of her dress to…

Walking into the garden I handed a cup of tea over to the builder who was putting up the fence. With a grin he took it from me, and as he did I felt my face flush. I could have guessed why he was smiling – it was the third time I’d brought him a drink in the last hour. When Johne, then 48, had arrived at my door earlier that day, in April 2009, I couldn’t help but think how handsome he was, but it was more than that – it was like I was greeting an old friend, even though we’d never met. So, I’d found myself wandering into the garden, just so we could have another conversation. We discovered we were both single parents – I had…

Will she get her energy back? Q My daughter is 13 and had a flu bug in the spring, which totally wiped her out. That is all gone now but she is utterly exhausted. We’ve been to the GP, who has done various tests – all normal. He thinks this is post-viral fatigue. Is that the same as ME, and how long will it last? A The terms post-viral fatigue, chronic fatigue syndrome and ME (myalgic encephalomyelitis) are often used interchangeably and typically individuals feel utterly exhausted. The good news is that most make a complete recovery. I’m afraid it is impossible to say how long that will take but your GP may be able to help with a referral to a specialist physio for a graded exercise programme. Do…

‘It’s important to know what’s wrong, as it could get worse, or require medical treatment,’ says Dr Mel Wynne-Jones. ‘You’ll need a tummy and internal (pelvic) examination, with a chaperone if you’d like one. Your doctor will test your urine for infection, blood, diabetes, and kidney damage, and perhaps take blood tests. She may ask you to measure how much urine you pass/leak and how often to see how your bladder behaves, arrange an ultrasound scan or refer you to a specialist for a cystoscopy (bladder telescope examination) or X-rays to measure urine flow.’ The next steps If you have severe pelvic floor weakness, surgery may be needed. ‘The urologist or gynaecologist can explain the pros and cons of different operations for your particular situation,’ explains Dr Wynne-Jones. ‘An overactive…

A healthy diet is key to getting all the essential nutrients your body needs, but sometimes a little help doesn’t go amiss. Senior Nutritionist at Holland & Barrett, Donia Hilal, identifies 10 supplements that could make life that little bit better. Probiotic Why you might need it… Probiotics are ‘friendly bacteria’ that can help restore the balance of the gut bacteria to promote healthy digestive functioning as well as a functioning immune system. Who’s it best for? Those who experience digestive issues and/or want support with their immune system. You could be deficient if you… Have been on a course of antibiotics or suffer from digestive issues such as bloating and constipation. Found naturally in… • Yogurt • Kefir • Kombucha (a mixture of bacteria, tea and sugar – found…

Although she says she doesn’t have a maternal bone in her body, Kerri Middleton happily admits she was thrilled when she discovered a baby was on the way. ‘I had a little cry,’ she says. ‘It was exactly what I had hoped for.’ Would it look like her? Would it inherit her personality? These are questions she will probably never be able to answer. For 30-year-old Kerri’s joy was not for her own future, but for a woman she has never met. Because, just over a year ago, she became an egg donor, to help a childless couple experience the joy of parenthood. What’s more, she did it instead of having children of her own. ‘I’m not really very maternal at all,’ she explains. ‘I love my career and I…

LOVE TRAIN To get some attention, this dog decided to walk herself up and down the train... PUPPY LOVE These star-crossed lovers won’t let anything get in the way of their romance! DOUGHNUT DISTURB This cute pup looks good enough to eat... STRIKE A POSE This pooch has got the pawfect smile! CHEEKY CANINE Are we seeing things or is this dog winking at us...? PEEVED POOCH This dog didn’t look too impressed when his owner pretended to throw the ball.…

Sharon won in Sapphire, one of our three gem-tastic Bingo rooms, and she’s taking her husband for a break to Cornwall, a county bursting with hidden gems… Here are three: 1 Rocky Valley Follow a stream through a gorge-like valley and see it tumbling into the sea at the end of your 30/40-minute walk. 2 Lantic Bay This stunning bay welcomes visitors with fabulous views, great walking trails and a sandy beach. 3 St Nectan’s Glen A playground for Cornish fairies and spirits, St Nectan’s offers a spectacular 60-foot waterfall and a beautiful woodland walk.…

1 Mother’s Day, BBC2 Set against the horrors of the Warrington bombing in 1993, this unmissable drama stars Daniel Mays, Anna Maxwell Martin and Vicky McClure as the Dublin mother of two who organised one of the largest peace rallies in Irish history. 2 The X Factor, ITV Back with new judges Robbie Williams and wife Ayda, plus One Direction’s Louis Tomlinson along with Simon Cowell, The X Factor’s talent search kicks off again – proving if nothing else we’re already on a bobsleigh to Christmas! 3 Coronation Street, ITV Sent down seven years ago after trying to rob a building society so that Liz could buy the Rovers Return Inn, yer man Jim McDonald returns to the Cobbles – just as Steve’s stag do is getting into full swing.…

Your kitchen refresh in 20 August issue was great – my favourite look was the Cuban brights. Have put it all on a wish list – especially the glass cocktail stirrers. I loved the cactus one! Sophie Gaunt, Swindon Why was everyone complaining so much about the weather? The sunshine was glorious and now look what it’s been replaced with. I miss going bare-legged! Samantha Yarden, London No wonder Coleen Nolan’s son has branded her creepy. What on earth was she thinking, pulling him away from kissing his girlfriend so she could hug him? That’s embarrassing mum behaviour to the extreme! Lindsay Dresden, Durham…

Coleen Nolan has opened up about her relationship with husband Ray Fensome, six months after announcing they were filing for divorce. Woman’s Own recently revealed that the couple – who have been married for 10 years – were enjoying nights out and sleepovers together along with their 17-year-old daughter, Ciara. And now it seems that the exes have finally found the perfect balance with Coleen, 53, revealing they’re ‘laughing again’. ‘The last two years of us being together were hard because we were sad, and then angry that it wasn’t working, and then leading separate lives professionally and sociably,’ the Loose Women panellist confessed. She continued, ‘Since we’ve said it isn’t working and split up, we’ve turned into the friends we should’ve been. We’re friends again and we’re laughing together…

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Why red is best I wouldn’t venture out without my signature red lipstick – I’d feel naked without it! A slick of crimson makes me feel confident and feminine, which is why I’ve got so many. I used to buy designer brands but now I prefer high street versions, like Max Factor Colour Elixir Lipstick in Ruby Tuesday, £7.99. Tip to being confident My top tip is to believe in yourself, no matter what it is and no matter how nervous you are of doing it. I think my confidence has come with age and now I’m always saying to my daughters, ‘Put your shoulders back and off you go!’ Mini makeover My time is precious, so a trip to the salon is a real luxury. Occasionally, I do it…

I don’t want to be a burden Q In the past two years I got divorced, my daughter moved to college and I was made redundant. It’s been very hard but I have got back on my feet and found a new job – I just still feel so low. I can’t talk to my friends about this, even though they ask me all the time, as I don’t want to be viewed as someone they need to help. My daughter is a good listener but I also don’t want to be a burden to her so I pretend I am OK. The truth is I feel very much alone and afraid about the future. L Johns, 53, Worcester A It’s often when hard things pass that your mind finally…

Birthdays are usually filled with cake and presents. But marking a milestone age can be unsettling. Madonna, one of the world’s biggest pop stars, turned 60 in August. And former page-three model Linda Lusardi feels as good as ever as she reaches the same age in a few weeks. We speak to three women who reached milestone birthdays this year to find out what it meant to them... ‘Lifting weights gave me confidence’ ‘My role models changed’ Sam Bramley lives in Chippenham. She has two children – Olly, 12, and Ellie, 10. Sam loved her 30s, which made turning 40 a difficult milestone year. I had mixed emotions about leaving my 30s behind because it was a decade I really enjoyed. It didn’t help that I’d got divorced at 38.…

King prawn red curry Serves: 4 Make this dish even easier by using ready-made Thai red curry paste. You will need: • 3tbsp sunflower oil • 2 garlic cloves, sliced • 5cm fresh ginger, sliced • 2tsp paprika • ½tsp each chilli powder and Chinese five spice powder • 4-6 spring onions, chopped • 2 lemongrass stalks, slit lengthways and bashed • 1 red pepper, sliced • ½-1 red chilli, sliced • 1tbsp tomato puree or ketchup • 450g raw king prawns • 3-4 kaffir lime leaves (or zest of 1 lime) • 165ml can coconut milk • 100g bean sprouts • Fish sauce, to taste • A good handful of fresh Thai basil leaves • Thai sticky rice and lime halves, to serve How to do it: 1 Heat…

Book Vox Christina Dalcher, HQ HarperCollins, Hardback, £12.99 Set in a dystopian future, this engrossing read tells of a changed America – one where religious fervour has risen to astonishing heights and a new social order has evolved. Now only men can speak freely and women have a 100 word-a-day limit, punishable if exceeded. Intelligent, heart-wrenching and skilfully crafted; the prose glows with the power of language and Dalcher’s linguistic background comes shining through. Film Yardie Out 31 August Idris Elba’s feature film debut as a director sees him returning to his Hackney roots. An East End gangland thriller based on Victor Headley’s cult 1992 novel, Yardie follows a young Jamaican (played by Aml Ameen) as he ducks and dives around the drug underworld in 1980s…

Press , BBC1 This fast-paced drama about journalism stars Ben Chaplin as an unscrupulous tabloid editor and Charlotte Riley as a news editor on a broadsheet. Wanderlust , BBC1 There’s a mid-life crisis in this six-part comedy drama, with Toni Collette playing therapist Joy, who’s struggling to keep the passion alive with her schoolteacher husband. DIY SOS: Grenfell , BBC1 Prince William helps Nick Knowles and his team as they build a boxing gym to replace one destroyed last year by the terrible fire at Grenfell.…