Innholdsfortegnelse for 23-Dec-2019 i Woman's Own

As Kristina Rihanoff prepares to hit the road to star in her new touring show, Dance to the Music, she’s opened up about her struggles with juggling work and motherhood. The former Strictly Come Dancing star will take to the stage on 11 January as part of a 42-date tour, which wraps up in March, leaving partner Ben Cohen looking after their three-year-old daughter, Milena. ‘I’m not going to say it’s easy,’ Kristina, 42, told Woman’s Own. ‘It’s a family decision whether to take a job like that. It’s difficult being away for six weeks – from the home and the business I have with Ben. But you know you can tour and then put it to rest – show business is kind of like that. It’s not a nine…

Since we last met, you lost the love of your life [Celine’s husband René Angélil died in 2016], and this is your first English album without him… It took a while to record the album. We were partners, we were one, and even though he is not here I see him every day in the eyes of my children. When we started to work on the album, that was emotional – but at the same time something was telling me, ‘It’s OK.’ I told him, ‘Don’t worry. I got this.’ I wanted to prove this to myself, to my children. ‘I cannot wait to come back!’ How are the children? I am a mother, that’s the most important thing, and the thing I am most proud of, and being a…

Trouble with his heart Q My husband was called for an ultrasound to check the size of his aorta. He has been told he has an aneurysm and will need an ultrasound every year to check it isn’t getting any bigger. I’ve done a bit of research and this sounds very dangerous. Should we insist on having surgery to repair it? A The NHS routinely screens men from the age of 65 to look for an aortic aneurysm. If an aneurysm is more than 5.5cm, then we operate to repair the bulge because of the risk of rupture, which can be life-threatening. If it is between 4.5 and 5.4cm, we monitor with three monthly scans. Your husband’s must be between 3 and 4.4cm, in which case the advice is to…

It’s not just herbs that can help, taking inspiration from a favourite festive tipple could also reap benefits. ‘Mulled wine is a rich source of red grape antioxidants (eg resveratrol) that may help to lower the risk of a cold,’ says Dr Brewer. And the spices in the drink can work wonders… CINNAMON: ‘It’s good for gastrointestinal problems, loss of appetite, and for improving glucose control,’ says Dr Brewer. ‘Consuming 1g of cinnamon, two to three times a day, can improve insulin resistance in people with type 2 diabetes.’  Try Healthspan Cinnamon (£12.95, healthspan.co.uk). CLOVES: ‘Clove oil contains a powerful local anaesthetic, eugenol, and also has antibacterial and anti-viral properties – ideal for toothache,’ says Dr Brewer. Try Viridian Clove Bud Complex (£15.40, victoriahealth.com). STAR ANISE: ‘This has sedative properties,’…

IF YOU DO ONE THING THIS WEEK… ASK FOR YOUR CASH BACK! Almost a quarter of Brits are owed money by their friends, according to a study by social payment app VibePay. And the research found that those whose friends owe them cash are down by an average of £98 each. The main reason people gave for not asking friends for the money back was awkwardness. But don’t be afraid to keep asking. Sometimes people forget, or they might need a little nudge! Otherwise, you’ll be out of pocket. How to... Get fit for less You can boost your fitness levels and feel healthier without spending a fortune. Here’s how… If your New Year’s resolution is to get fit, then joining a gym might be your first port of call.…

Stokes Cranberry Sauce (Ocado) CHEESE AND CRANBERRY TOASTIES Serves 4 You will need: ✽ 200g Cheddar cheese, grated ✽ 1 x 80g pack Parma ham ✽ 2tbsp cranberry sauce ✽ 8 slices good-quality sourdough bread ✽ 50g butter How to do it: 1 Bring a large heavy-bottomed frying pan to a medium heat. 2 Divide the cheese, Parma ham and cranberry sauce between 4 slices of bread, and top with the remaining slices. Spread the butter on the outside. 3 Fry gently for 3-5 mins on each side, pushing down until the cheese is melted and the outside is golden. Remove, slice and serve. SNACKS TO SHARE KP Nuts 415g re-sealable share bags (Co-op) A great source of protein, high in fibre and, most importantly, a delicious-tasting snack that’s perfect…

Aries 21 Mar – 20 Apr It’s not usually a time of year when career moves are top of the agenda, but now you can put yourself forward in ways that gain respect. You’re exuding a natural authority. Taurus 21 Apr – 20 May Uranus makes you want to ring the changes – so what if you swerve all the parties or buy minimal gifts? If you don’t go for what you want, you could blow your top. Gemini 21 May – 20 Jun You have loads to do, but it’s easy to get caught up with someone else’s to-do list. This week you’re inclined to over-focus on others. Instead, speak up and ask for help. Cancer 21 Jun – 22 Jul Pressure is ramping up in partnerships. You might…

1 Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Special, BBC1 Taking to the floor with Luba, my partner, I’m back in the ballroom for a festive special with former Strictly stars Joe Sugg, Gemma Atkinson, Mark Wright, Debbie McGee and Chizzy Akudolu. 2 Coronation Street, ITV As Gary's enemies come gunning for him, rumours of an armed siege and the death of a long-serving resident on the Cobbles — not to mention poor Rita facing Christmas home alone — winter could prove anything but a wonderland this Christmas in Weatherfield. 3 EastEnders, BBC1 Look forward to the traditional Christmas carve up in Walford as Sharon’s baby secret is revealed and Phil plans revenge. Expect the Mitchells to be torn apart faster than you can pull a cracker. YOU LIKED... A CONFESSION ,…

Shower queen Kate She may be 52 years old, but Kate Garraway gave the younger women a run for their money when she stripped off for the jungle shower. The Good Morning Britain host flaunted her 2st weight loss in a red bikini and looked fab! Keeping up with Caitlyn As Kim Kardashian’s former stepfather – as well as the ex-husband of Kris Jenner – Caitlyn is well versed in the subject of America’s most famous family and she dished a lot of dirt on them. Viewers were shocked to learn she and Khloé haven’t spoken for five years despite once being close. He wasn’t all-Wright Football legend Ian Wright was left screaming for his mum during the Crevice of Cruelty trial. Not only was Ian, 56, chucked into an…

It’s the maddest time of the year – when putting your feet up is a distant memory. Shopping, cooking, cleaning and genuinely thinking three hours’ sleep is the new normal. If Father Christmas can do it, so can you. He’s just a man, after all, and we all know how useful they are when it comes to getting things done. And your phone will never be far away just in case you can sneak in more multi-tasking. Then it pings. And you freeze because you know it’s started already… ‘January looming means everything you’ve already bought is now 75% off’ Yes, it’s sale time! We may have been drowning in a consumer soup since early October but January looming means everything you’ve already bought is now 75% off. And you…

Emma Willis, 43 Emma is the poster girl for a stylish suit and this velvet number is the ideal alternative to a party dress this season. You’ll get extra style mileage after Christmas by teaming the jacket with jeans and the trousers with a knit. Amanda Holden, 48 Amanda made an entrance to the Britain’s Got Talent auditions in a silk shirt dress with a flattering wrap waist. With this look, it’s a yes from us! Thandie Newton, 47 Thandie’s giving the red carpet a run for its money in her pillar box red dress! We love how she’s swept back her hair to show off the one-shoulder detail. Helen Mirren, 74 Who says pink hair is just for millennials? Helen’s candy-coloured crop complements her champagne-hued floor-sweeping gown to perfection…

FIONA McKIM, BEAUTY EDITOR Vichy Naturalblend Reviving-Colour Lip Balm, £8.50, Boots For some reason, wearing proper grown-up red lipstick makes me feel self-conscious and overdone, but this easy-going cherry-red balm is comfy, subtle and sheer enough to be swiped on whenever without a mirror. JESS BEECH, ACTING BEAUTY EDITOR MAC Amplified Crème Lipstick in Morange, £17.50, John Lewis Pillar-box red can feel too bold and I find myself dabbing at it to dial it down. So this tangerine-hue, not far off the peachy-orange shade I wear every day, works wonders to brighten my skin. SARAH COOPER-WHITE, BEAUTY DIRECTOR Revolution Matte Lipstick in Cherry 132, £4, Superdrug I’ve tried a lot of products over the years, but this one stands out for all the right reasons. It’s as creamy and…

He fathered another child Q I have been married for 10 years, and we have a son who is eight. I always wanted another child, but my husband said no, feeling that we wouldn’t be able to afford another baby as I am the primary earner. It broke my heart, but I’ve gone with it. Now he has confessed that before we were married, he fathered a child from a one-night stand. She is now 16, and he pays her mum, and that’s why we’re always short. I am beside myself. To lie about why I can’t have another child, and take my wages to pay for his mistake is awful. I’ve kicked him out for now but what do I do next? Name and address withheld A There are…

Eating the right foods not only does wonders for your waistline, but for your heart health, too. ‘Diseases of the heart and blood vessels – which can cause heart attacks and strokes – remain the biggest cause of death worldwide,’ says Professor Amrita Ahluwalia at Queen Mary University of London. ‘However, unlike some other serious illnesses, we are fortunate in that we can make certain lifestyle changes which can dramatically improve our heart and blood vessel health.’ Making sure we get enough of the good stuff (think fibre and fatty acids) and limiting the bad (saturated fats) means we can protect our heart health by improving cholesterol levels and blood pressure, so reducing our risk of heart disease and stroke. These foods are expert recommended… WALNUTS If you’re after a…

Why go? If Majorca still conjures up images of clubbing and package holidays, think again. Just an hour’s drive north-east of Palma you’ll find dazzling emerald-green coastlines and awe-inspiring views from rocky mountainsides with picturesque towns steeped in history. Sizzling in summer and warm from spring until well into the autumn, it’s a fantastic year-round destination to relax in secluded luxury or be seriously active. Hit the coast In the warmer months, the clear waters from Pollença to Capdepera beckon with something for everyone, from windsurfing on the wide sands of Son Serra de Marina to snorkelling in secret coves hidden along the shore. Whether the loungers, watersports and spectacular 10km of white sand of Alcudia beach or the more natural Cala Torta is for you, mallorca-beaches.com can help you…

Pussycat Doll and X Factor judge Nicole Scherzinger broke her silence over rumours she’s dating rugby hunk-turned-singer Thom Evans. But the star admitted she’s too ‘busy’ for love in a podcast interview. ‘Thom is lovely but what’s going on is that I am very busy,’ said Nicole. ‘It’s been a very transitional transformation year for me and I’m focusing on distracting myself with my destiny.’ It comes after the Pussycat Dolls announced their 2020 reunion tour. Speaking of the band, Nicole added, ‘Truth be told, I really willed and prayed for this [reunion]. It took a lot of work.’…

INSTAGRAM of the week CLEMMIE CAM! She’s my access-all-areas pet pooch FEELING PARKY! Baby, it may be cold outside, but Clemmie’s in safe hands with the undisputed King of Chat! ROCKET MAN My GMB pals organised a red carpet cake with all my favourite stars on the icing in an end of show surprise for my 50th. We popped a few corks in the studio and the bosses named a star after me in the night sky. Hard to believe I’m 25 years in telly next year – there’s a lot to be said for clinging on like a cat to a curtain! DOG’S DINNER For my big do, I had a bash with pals at the iconic BT Tower, which revolves faster than you think! Truly blessed to be…

Fresh feeling Secret Sass Strawberry and Champagne Fragrance Mist. £1 for 125ml, Poundland Happy hour A great party prop for your home. £9.99, TK Maxx Top table Up your dinner game with this fab coaster. £6, Anthropologie Two-in-one This monogram keyring comes with a nude lip gloss. £5, Next Fine wine A cosy addition to any room. £9, Primark Pillow talk Make a statement with this sparkly lip cushion. £12.99, British Heart Foundation Starry bag Keep your make-up essentials organised in this fun pouch. £6, Neon Sheep Indulge yourself Try this Korres Babassu Face Mask. £8, roosbeach.co.uk Twinkle twinkle Add low-light ambience with cute tealight holders. £11.99, Very Print edition Update your outfit or bag with this pretty scarf. £14.99, bonprix.co.uk Cool cuppa Warm energy and tea to brighten up…

The ultimate sheet mask Feet up, mask on and switch off for 15 minutes. The Pixi Glow Sheet Mask, £10, is infused with a cocktail of ingredients that get to work on your skin for a brighter, more revitalised complexion. Plus, you get three in a pack, so pop one in the fridge overnight and use it the next morning. Feel glam body cream Smother yourself in Avon Planet Spa Radiant Gold Body Moisturiser, £5, and give skin the ultimate hydrating treat. The richly indulgent cream will instantly transport you to a spa, thanks to the heady notes of amber and jasmine. Plus, with real gold pigments, your skin is left with a subtle glow. Light up Fill your room with the gorgeous scent of Sweet Almond & Macaroon Candle,…

Standing in the line, I tapped my foot nervously as I waited for the music to start up. It was March 2013 and, after going through a divorce three months earlier, I’d signed up to a dance class in a bid to meet new friends and get a bit of exercise. ‘Hi, I’m Mike,’ my allotted partner said as he sidled up to me with a huge grin. I took in his good looks and height as I introduced myself, and for the next hour, we chatted and laughed as we tried to learn the steps to a jive. ‘Would it be too forward to ask for your number?’ Mike asked after the class. ‘Of course not,’ I beamed. ‘Within a month, we admitted we’d fallen in love’ I’d been…

1 DOWNLOAD THE IWISH APP (iOS and Android). This allows you to set and track life changes, big and small. Add pictures and set reminders with inspirational quotes to keep you motivated, as you work through your bucket list. 2 DON’T OVERTHINK THINGS. Once you’ve decided to change, go full force. Take action without overthinking. 3 ASK YOURSELF: ‘what’s the best that can happen?’ Focus on the positive outcome, instead of all the potential pitfalls as this steers you forward and helps you to reach your goal.…

Book Coming Home to Winter Island by Jo Thomas, £7.99, Headline, PB, This Christmas, escape to a remote Scottish Island with this delightful new novel from Jo Thomas. When Ruby fears her singing career is over she signs up for a retreat in Tenerife, only to be called away on urgent family business to Scotland to meet her grandfather for the first time. But with the power of music and a little gin, will Christmas cheer prevail? An enchanting book best read with a hot mug of cocoa. Film Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Out 19 December Forty-two years after George Lucas first took us to a galaxy far, far away, successor JJ Abrams brings Star Wars’ Skywalker saga to a close with help from a new generation of…

Sarah Parish The actress returns for a second series of ITV crime drama Bancroft, which sees her detective Elizabeth going head-to-head with a chilling new nemesis when her son Joe is embroiled in a murder case. Hugh Grant In BBC2’s Hugh Grant: A Life on Screen, the actor talks about his career, including his role in 1994’s Four Weddings and a Funeral. Plus, there are contributions from friends, including Colin Firth. Helen McCrory The Peaky Blinders star plays a prime minister in the BBC1 thriller Roadkill, which follows a politician who tries to keep his secrets hidden……