Innholdsfortegnelse for 26-Nov-2018 i Woman's Own

ANDREA McLEAN Andrea, 49, underwent  a hysterectomy in 2016 during which she discovered she suffered from a rare blood disease called vasculitis. She has since admitted that she avoids medical tests through fear of the results. She confessed, ‘Everything is really nice now, what if they tell me something awful?’ LINDA ROBSON The 60-year-old has spoken openly about her concerns over developing dementia after her mum Rita suffered from the disease. And Linda is so worried she admitted she regularly tests herself. ‘I test myself all the time to check I’m not getting it,’ admits Linda. ‘I try to remember numbers, things like that. I’ve seen from first-hand experience how it turns lives upside down.’ COLEEN NOLAN The singer, 53, who is currently taking a break from the show, has…

SKATES ON Dancing On Ice star Gemma Collins tells me her critics are in for a surprise ahead of her appearance on the new year hit ITV show. ‘The press have been a bit cruel,’ she tells me, ‘but they will soon be eating their own words.’ I for one can’t wait to see her toe loop and Axel with the best of them. CHA CHA CHA! What with her appearances on 8 Out of 10 Cats and nearly a decade-long stint on Countdown , Rachel Riley is busier than ever. ‘We’re already filming February episodes.’ But is she still dancing with long-term partner, Strictly pro Pasha? ‘We do like a salsa on holiday,’ she tells me.…

We’ve teamed up with JD Williams to offer an exclusive 20% online discount across its fashion ranges between 20 November and 18 December 2018. The fabulous autumn/winter range has everything from shimmering sequins and beautiful fabrics to on-trend tailoring. There are standout styles for every occasion – be it drinks with the girls, a Christmas lunch or festive parties – so you can be every inch the showstopper this season. Fashion that fits is something that JD Williams does really well, so whatever your size, shape or style, you will find fashion that fits and flatters your shape. There are party looks that sculpt and shape your body and, with sizes from 10 to 32, you will be able to flaunt your favourite assets with clothes designed to make you…

Hands trembling, my daughter looked at me in confusion. It was April 2012 and Carla, then 34, had always been so self-confident but recently she’d changed. Right now, she looked so frightened. ‘I had a bump in my car on the school run, Mum,’ she murmured. ‘But I have no recollection of what happened.’ She knew it had occurred, but not the details. In that moment, a chill ran through me. Seeing Carla like this took me back nearly 30 years when my husband Barry had grown forgetful and confused. Now it felt like history was repeating itself. ‘Please no, not Carla,’ I thought to myself. ‘The kids were at risk of getting the cruel disease’ Barry and I had married in 1976. He was a kind, gentle man, and…

1 PLAY A GAME  Try the Good Blocks App (Google Play) a clever app game designed to improve self-esteem and mood. It teaches helpful habits that enable you to react to positive and negative thoughts. 2 BREAK A HABIT  Recognise when you are being too hard on yourself. Constantly putting yourself down is a habit that needs to be broken if you want to feel good. 3 CHOOSE WISELY  Surround yourself with people who lift your spirits, and who like you for who you really are.…

1 HEADACHES ‘Aspirin and ibuprofen are more effective than paracetamol,’ says Dr Giles Elrington, consultant neurologist at the Spire Wellesley Hospital. 2 HALT THE HICCUPS Omar El-Gohary from chemistdirect.co.uk  recommends, ‘Slowly sipping ice-cold water, holding your breath for a few seconds, gargling with water, or leaning forward to compress your chest.’ 3 HEARTBURN ‘The pain you feel is irritation in your gullet,’ says nutritionist Judy Watson. ‘Aloe vera gel helps as it’s anti-inflammatory and soothing.’ Try Cytoplan Aloe XL Inner Leaf, £8.50, cytoplan.co.uk . 4 FEELING WORN-OUT AND STRESSED? ‘Take yourself off somewhere quiet,’ says Dr Tanvir Jamil. ‘Close your eyes and visualise yourself walking on a beach. Hear the waves, feel the sand, smell the barbecue, taste the salt air. It’s immensely relaxing and…

IF YOU DO ONE THING THIS WEEK… CHECK LAST POSTAGE DATES NOW! We may still be in November but the last dates to make sure cards and packages will arrive before Christmas are creeping up. If you need to post them abroad, for example, the recommended last post dates to use Royal Mail’s International Standard airmail to Cyprus is Friday 7 December, and it’s Monday 10 December for Australia. For more info, visit postoffice.co.uk/christmas/last-posting-dates How to… cut the cost of Christmas shopping You can save a bundle with some careful planning Whether you love or loathe Christmas shopping, there is no denying that buying gifts can be expensive. But you can trim your costs. Here’s how... 1 Plan it out Sit down and work out how much you…

Winter Lights, Canary Wharf Beat the January blues at this annual festival, where imagination and invention merge in a display of spectacular artwork and installations. Skate at London’s Somerset House A winter wonderland with music, an alpine-inspired restaurant and tuition for skaters. Longleat’s Festival of Light This family-friendly extravaganza offers a stunning lantern-illuminated trail, with the theme of A Fantastic Voyage. Santa Land, Edinburgh Perfect for little ones, Santa Land has a Christmas tree maze, Santa Train and fairground rides.…

Aries 21 Mar – 20 Apr With your energetic rulers in the most wishy-washy part of your chart, you’re less motivated or enthusiastic than usual. Someone wants to revive your get up and go. Let them. Taurus 21 Apr – 20 May If this week starts to feel tricky, it may be because you’re trying to keep a person the same when change is needed. Accept they may need to break out of their usual box. Gemini 21 May – 20 Jun Friday’s powerful full moon in your sign brings an emotional situation to a head. True feelings erupt, even ones you weren’t aware of. Better to know them than not. Cancer 21 Jun – 22 Jul Around Friday’s full moon a secret could come to light. You might even…

How to Spend It Well… At Christmas, ITV Phillip Schofield is back with celebrity pals and real life punters to help you make every penny count over the festive season. He’ll make sure you don’t plunder your coffers or re-gift. Well worth a watch. Emmerdale, ITV Puckering up after too much sauce can lead to all sorts of mayhem – or, in Graham’s case, Megan. But as he tries to lock lips with her once again after falling foul of the demon drink, it’s his loose lips that threaten to end goodwill to all men… Coronation Street, ITV Kate’s desperation for a child hits a pregnant pause as she and Rana ponder the expense of IVF and the prospect of a stranger fathering their child. If only there was someone…

GOOD WEEK GREGG WALLACE The MasterChef host revealed he’s expecting his first child with wife Anne-Marie after trying for two years. Congrats! LINDA ROBSON AND JANET STREET-PORTER The Loose Women ladies are set to make an appearance in C4’s Hollyoaks. BAD WEEK KATYA JONES Onlookers labelled the Strictly dancer a ‘diva’ after she reportedly snubbed a fan who asked her for a photo. ANT MCPARTLIN The presenter was slammed by a judge for missing a High Court hearing for his divorce settlement with Lisa Armstrong.…

The pop flop She was part of one of the most successful bands ever as one of the Spice Girls, but Victoria’s days as a solo artist didn’t exactly go to plan. ‘It wasn’t the real me, I was a bit lost at the time,’ she later admitted of her short-lived solo career. Speed demon David had to contest a speeding ticket in September, despite being caught driving a loaned Bentley at 59mph in a 40mph zone. He was let off after David’s lawyer argued that the notice wasn’t served to the footballer’s address on time. Loos morals? The showbiz world was left reeling in 2004 when Rebecca Loos, David’s ex-PA, was alleged to have had an affair with her former boss, telling the world they slept together at least…

Is it time Liz put it away? Look, I know it’s hardly bikini weather but today we’re talking swimwear. Because if I see one more bloomin’ photo of Liz Hurley looking drop-dead gorgeous on an exotic beach somewhere I’ll explode. Yes, I know it’s ‘work’ as she’s promoting her own swimwear range but put it away, love. Because the rest of us don’t have a hope in hell of looking as hot as you, no matter how many secret ‘uplift’ panels you insert in your bikini tops. You’re 53. You have a teenage son. What you don’t appear to have is any clothes aside from three triangles of material held together with bits of string. ‘Mother Nature really does have a rubbish sense of humour, in fact is a bit…

Great hair = confidence Good hair is so important to me – not just for how I look, but how I feel. I admire those women who have the confidence to experiment with their hair; going from long to short for example – I’d never have the guts to do that! But the one thing I always do is colour my hair. I used to be blonde, but over the years I’ve gone for a more natural shade using Clairol Nice ’n Easy in 5G, £6.49, as it’s more important for my hair to look healthy. My fave scent I’m obsessed with Mugler’s limited-edition We Are All Alien Collector, £73, because it not only smells gorgeous, but it’s the only one that has staying power on me. Oher fragrances only…

Do I need a second check? Q My mum had brittle bone disease and my GP was concerned that I could be at risk, so arranged a scan. The results show I have osteopaenia. My doctor didn’t give me any treatment. He just told me to stop smoking, watch my alcohol intake and that he would do another scan in a couple of years. Should I get a second opinion? A Osteopaenia is when your bone density is at the lower end of normal but not quite thin enough to be osteoporosis, and we don’t usually start treatment unless you have already broken a bone. Smoking and alcohol increase the risk of osteoporosis, hence your doctor’s advice. You should also maintain a healthy body weight and take regular weight-bearing exercise.…

Snowy white entrance Silver-tipped glitter grey 6ft tree, £99, Frosted grandis fir 6ft tree, £30, Berry and pine twig wreath, £14, Silver glitter rattan light-up cones, from £6 each, all Dunelm Woodland dining room  Autumn leaves tablecloth, measuring 140 x 230cm, £35, Faux fur tree skirt, £50, Acacia wooden round placemats, £18 each, Pinecone napkin rings, £12 for set of four, Burnished copper votives, £18 for set of three, Baubles and tree decorations, from £3 each, all John Lewis & Partners Nordic bedroom Textured green velvet cushion, £18, Teal faux mohair throw, £25, Grey sheepskin cushion, £45, Lisa pendant light, £75, Nordic nights double bedding set, £35, Bibi black side table, £85, Nordic green pot with metallic lid, £15, White glitter stars, £5 for set of eight, Nordic small green…

Brioche Pasquier Pain Au Lait (Tesco) FRENCH SAUCISSON ROLL 1 Take 2 Brioche Pasquier Pains au Lait and slice them through the middle. 2 Spread the bottom slices with a thin layer of salted butter and top with 4 slices of saucisson. 3 Finally, top with 3 sliced cornichons, a sprinkle of black pepper and add the top slice of the brioche, and voilà! PLANT POWER Magioni Pizzas (Waitrose) This new range of plant-based pizzas not only gives you two of your five-a-day, but also 35% less carbs than your average pizza. Available in three delicious flavours: Oh So Funghi, Pitza Falafel and Shredded BBQ Beef. SEASON’S EATINGS Walkers Festive Selection 6 packs (Tesco) Brussels sprouts are divisive at the best of times – but have you ever tried them…

She’s funny, happy and bubbly when she graces our TV screens on Loose Women, but beneath her confident exterior, Nadia Sawalha is secretly battling her own health struggles. ‘I worry about my health every second of every minute of every day. I definitely have health anxiety and it’s not good,’ Nadia exclusively tells Woman’s Own . Even though the 54-year-old is seemingly fit and healthy, the fear of something going wrong plagues her on a daily basis. ‘PARANOID’ ‘Every day there’s something new online,’ says Nadia. ‘We have so much information that it’s really hard to not be paranoid.’ And, being a mum to her two daughters, Maddy, 15, and Kiki, 11, only heightens Nadia’s constant state of concern, as she tells us that having kids…

The first Fantastic Beasts was a hit, so no more first-night nerves… There’s always nerves. When we did the first one, everyone threw themselves behind it and now with the second, you just want to make it better, so it’s been exciting filming this one. What Jo [JK Rowling] has done is create a script that takes the qualities of the first film, but it goes in such a different direction. ‘The film set went into meltdown’ Did she come down to the set a lot? She was here much more than the last film. The first time she came down last time, the set went into meltdown. We were like children desperately seeking approval, but now it’s wonderful because she has an imagination that’s endlessly surprising and she also…

Stay organised Keep your essentials to hand with this sunny yellow card holder. £10, Oliver Bonas Mine’s a double Sanitise and moisturise with a zesty gin & tonic scent. Duo, £9.95, White Stuff Make a date Get ahead with next year’s big plans. 2019 diary, £10, Paperchase Beach comber Perfect for storing everything from trinkets to soap. Dish, £9.99, H&M Home Square up Keep the chill at bay in this season’s must-have checks. Scarf, £8.99, H&M Family fun The go-to game for all Christmas gatherings. Charades set, £7.95, JOY Sip stylishly The prettiest way to drink your eight glasses a day. Tumbler, £8.50, Oliver Bonas Mellow yellow Wear these for work or play. Trousers, £10, sizes 4-20, Primark Feeling festive Filled with indulgent shower gel, this bauble is pure bliss.…

Clever patterns Prints are a brilliant way to sculpt your frame. Contrasting areas of plain black fabric with pattern, this illusion dress whittles your waist and slims the tricky upper arm area. Try sheer panels Not comfortable going sleeveless? Sheer fabric is the perfect way to gloss over areas you might be shy about flaunting, so you can still show a little skin. The pointed-toe trick Far sexier than rounded shapes, pointed toes give the illusion of longer legs. Mid-height heels are a huge trend, and comfortable enough to stay dancing in all night. Make a statement The perfect partner to a V neckline and an up-do, shoulder-grazing, dangly earrings are not only elegant but will also make your neck look longer. Elongate your legs Stripes aren’t just for Breton…

MOISTURISER + HYALURONIC ACID Not only does the colder weather dry out your skin, the extra central heating and air conditioning saps the moisture from it too, so we need to make a conscious effort to rehydrate via our skincare. This miracle-working combination is a rich cream and a good dose of hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid is a wonder ingredient that holds up to 1,000 times its weight in water and, incorporated into your skincare, it not only increases radiance, it helps your skin hold on to any extra moisture you give it throughout the day. The best beauty practice is cleanse your face, smooth in a hyaluronic acid serum, then massage in your rich moisturiser. Skin-calming cleansers In the quest to help our skin stay hydrated we , need…

We can’t stop arguing Q My partner and I have been arguing. Every little thing has got on each other’s nerves – my drinking, his family, where we are going and why, and even programmes on TV. It’s got to the stage where he slept on the sofa for a few days. I don’t know what to make of this, as our relationship has always felt more solid than this. I’m worried he’s over me or that our relationship is heading for a fall. I fear Christmas will be worse. Jo, 47 A The holidays always kick up relationship issues. It’s partly the stresses and strains of the season, but also the fact that you’re all together for longer periods of time than normal. This means you tend to annoy…

Christmas card Maria Millar, 37, wanted to give her daughter a Christmas to remember, but in November 2017 – a week after using an ATM at a Tesco store in Newcastle – she discovered £490 missing from her account. Th e Bank of Ireland’s fraud team told her a skimming machine had been used on the ATM, meaning a camera had watched her enter her pin and cloned her card numbers. After posting online to warn others, a kindhearted stranger offered to cover the funds if the bank didn’t pay up. Maria said, ‘It shows there are still decent people out there.’ Thankfully, the bank refunded the money so Christmas was saved for Maria and her family. Not a Carey in the world Mariah Carey’s All I Want for Christmas…

Book One Day in December by Josie Silver, Penguin, paperback, £7.99 Josie Silver creates the perfect romantic Christmas story, as protagonist Laurie discovers one chance encounter really can change everything when she catches sight of a mystery man through a bus window and her heart is stolen. Especially when, a year later, she comes face to face with the same handsome man... With a touch of Love, Actually and a ton of romance and humour, this lively tale delivers what it promises and plenty more besides. Film The Girl in the Spider’s Web Out 21 November The Crown’s Claire Foy swaps pearls for piercings to play goth computer hacker Lisbeth Salander in this action thriller reboot. Foy’s avenger is less feminist vigilante, more secret agent and, as she…

Didi Conn Remember Frenchy, the ditzy Pink Lady from the 1978 Hollywood musical Grease ? Didi, the American actress who played her, will be competing in Dancing on Ice when the show returns to ITV in 2019… Olly Murs The pop star will take over an Essex pub to host a night of fun, chat and music in Happy Hour, a one-off special on ITV. Guests include Bradley Walsh and fellow Voice coaches Tom Jones and Jennifer Hudson. Joanna Lumley Absolutely Fabulous star Joanna will join The Voice UK coach will.i.am as she hosts a celebration of his supergroup for an ITV special, 20 Years of The…