Innholdsfortegnelse for 13-Apr-2020 i Woman's Own

Why are men so LOUD? Life on lockdown would be a peaceful affair... If men were more like women! Anyone else worried they’ll come out of coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown a borderline alcoholic and three stone heavier? Watched fitness expert Joe Wicks giving his exercise masterclasses online so much that I have pet names for his abs. And a few other bits too… ‘Girlie habits are quiet’ But have I followed his lead? Er, no. Mostly because the clearest space available in our flat is just outside the kitchen. Which has a fridge in it. And we all know fridges have an eerie magnetic field that’s utterly irresistible. Seriously why is it IMPOSSIBLE to walk past one without opening it and gazing inside? Plus, let’s be honest, it’s quite hard to…

Every day on Good Morning Britain we see Susanna Reid full of confidence, bravely bickering with Piers Morgan while glowing and looking super glamorous. But, it’s hard to imagine that it’s taken two decades and the approach of her 50th birthday for Susanna to get to this point. ‘Fifty is energetic – it’s not the cut-off point any more,’ she says in an interview with Fabulous . ‘I definitely feel more comfortable with myself now.’ ‘I wore smart, masculine jackets’ She recently shared a throwback picture of herself from when she first started working as a BBC news reporter, and compared it to how she looks now. She wrote, ‘In the old days it was illegal to smile for professional photographs. Almost 20 years between these.’ Susanna says of her…

‘Aubrey coaxed Beckett to crawl’ The photo of my three-year-old son, Beckett, leaning over a toilet, his tiny body frail, his head bald after chemotherapy, isn’t easy to look at. But it’s not just a photo of sadness, it’s full of love, too. Because, there, standing next to Beckett, is his sister, Aubrey. At just four years old, while she might not have fully grasped the enormity of what our family was going through, she knew her brother was sick. And as I watched her, standing there, gently rubbing  his back, whispering ‘you’ll be OK’, I had to capture the moment, not just to reveal the brutal reality of childhood cancer, but in the hope that, one day, I’d be able to show that photo to both of them and…

Sex has changed since his chemo Q My husband was diagnosed with prostate cancer last year and had surgery and chemo. As a result, our sex life became non-existent, though things are returning to normal. Now, when my husband orgasms, nothing comes out. Should we be concerned? A It sounds like your husband is experiencing retrograde ejaculation, where semen is produced but, instead of coming out through the penis, it passes backwards into the bladder. This is a recognised side effect of prostate surgery, and nothing to worry about.…

Have you heard about? HRT could be key to a younger brain Experiencing brain fog due to the menopause? Taking HRT for two or three years afterwards may preserve your memory and protect against long-term mental decline, a study found.* Sleeping on your left to avoid heartburn ‘This has been found to best reduce acid reflux,’ says GP Dr Carol Cooper, an advisor for Nexium Control. ‘Try tucking a pillow behind your back to help you stay in position.’ Carrots help eyesight Vitamin A, found in carrots, can improve how your eyes see in low light. ‘What we eat has a direct impact on our optical health,’ says Stephen Hannan from Optical Express. ‘Vitamins are crucial to maintaining eyesight.’ It worked for me Tara Ledger, 50, from West Sussex ‘I’ve…

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Not all rescue missions have a happy ending, and attempts to save the crew of a Russian submarine, in August 2000, proved futile. Most on board died instantly when an explosion tore through the vessel, but 23 survived for several hours as the sub languished on the seabed, 300ft below the surface. After five days, divers managed to open an escape hatch but found no survivors. ‘None of us can get out’, were the chilling words written by the Captain in a farewell note to his family, found in his pocket when rescuers recovered the bodies.…

‘I’ve heard Chris was worried…’ Michael Sheen has played lots of famous men in his career, from comedy legend Kenneth Williams to former PM Tony Blair. Now he’s back on TV playing another in ITV’s new drama, Quiz . The three-parter tells the real-life story of how, back in 2001, Major Charles Ingram (Matthew Macfadyen) and his wife Diana (Sian Clifford), with the help of accomplice Tecwen Whittock (Michael Jibson), plotted to win the Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? jackpot. Michael stars as the iconic quiz show’s jovial host, Chris Tarrant. ‘I’ve heard Chris was worried it would be an over-the-top caricature,’ says Michael. ‘If you make too much of the characteristics that make him such a popular TV personality, that’s when it becomes a caricature, but I hope…

Lisa Riley ‘Anything goes with Mandy!’ Emmerdale favourite Lisa Riley reveals all about the latest ding-dong in the Dales… So old pal, how’s life in isolation? I’ve been staying at my brother’s playing Mary Poppins with the nephews between maths and spelling lessons, then we have an hour break for a 1,000-piece Harry Potter jigsaw. Otherwise I would have been in London by myself and, to be honest, it’s a respite for my brother and sister-in-law to help out with the kids. I wouldn’t have it any other way. Sounds like, as ever, you’re keeping your spirits up We’ve got to keep giggling. My brother and I have been doing the Joe Wicks workout every morning. My family are my world. They keep me sane and we are all in…

It’s no secret smoking is bad for you and increases your risk of suffering severe COVID-19 symptoms. But is it time to ban it as some have suggested? Making it illegal will surely only drive it underground and increase crime? Plus, if it’s a comfort to some in these scary times, should we take that crutch away? Big questions that maybe we can answer when COVID-19 has receded. For now maybe help those struggling to quit with support rather than punishment. What’s your opinion? Tell Dawn on Twitter @DawnNeesom…

Naomie Harris, 43 Proving you don’t have to look like a 007 spy in a classic trench, Naomie pairs her lightweight version with dressy whites. Miss Moneypenny would surely approve. Amanda Holden, 49 Head-to-toe colour is hard to pull off, but Amanda does it with ease in contrasting soft pinks and nudes with darker salmon cropped trousers. Top style points. Rochelle Humes, 31 Rochelle upgrades from her usual daytime mac to this slick evening coat with matching trousers. Simple hair and flawless make-up increase the luxe appeal of this look. Alexa Chung, 36 Fashion guru Alexa works this pretty-in-pink sheer two-layered coat effortlessly, and doesn’t need anything else to stand out in style. Dame Emma Thompson, 60 Illustrating that trenches are the ultimate coat for layering up, Emma artfully wraps…

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Love a trip to the garden centre? The good news is there’s more to plants than just decoration. ‘Plants can transform environments in so many ways, and have a positive benefit on our health and wellbeing,’ says medical herbalist Hannah Charman (physichealth.uk). ‘In fact, they produce negative ions, which attach to viruses, bacteria and dust particles and remove them from the atmosphere.’ Here’s how houseplants can help you… Secret saviours in the soil It’s not just the plants themselves that work wonders, but the soil they’re potted in, too. ‘The microbes in the soil of houseplants help to reduce stress,’ says Hannah. ‘This is why caring for plants is often part of the rehabilitation process following drug or alcohol addiction – it can help to improve confidence, and encourage mindfulness…

He has no money Q I have met a lovely man and I’m falling for him. He doesn’t earn much and pays most of his income to his ex for his kids. I am divorced and will want to go out once we’re able to, but he can’t he afford it. This means I will have to pay or we’ll stay in and watch TV. I feel frustrated and unsure of what to do. Louise, 43 A There are many things you can do. You can go out with friends and see this man on different nights. You can instigate more exciting things than watching TV, and pay when you want him to be with you. But maybe your frustration comes from thinking what’s going to happen long-term? He can’t…

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Colman’s Original English Mustard + Colman’s Mint Sauce deal (Tesco) WATERCRESS CHEESE SCONES Serves 8 You will need ✽ 200g self-raising flour ✽ 2 level tsp baking powder ✽ 50g butter ✽ 75g watercress, chopped ✽ 75g mature Cheddar, grated ✽ 150ml buttermilk or milk, plus extra for brushing ✽ 1tsp English mustard How to do it 1 Heat the oven to 220C/Gas 7. Line a baking sheet with non-stick baking paper. Sift flour and baking powder into a bowl with a pinch of salt. Rub in the butter then stir in the watercress with two thirds of the cheese. 2 Mix the buttermilk or milk with mustard and add to the bowl. Mix to make a soft dough, knead lightly, then roll out on a floured surface to 2.5cm…

Psychologist Natasha Tiwari says: Disaster stories have, for all of time, captured the human imagination. The fascination is fuelled by human empathy. When we hear about a disaster, we begin to put ourselves in the shoes of the person who’s faced great adversity and overcome, or in the shoes of the tragic hero who showed courage in a bleak moment. We ponder what we would do or how we would handle it, and it adds some drama to our lives, if only for a moment. It makes us both appreciate our own lives and safety, and that moment of newfound gratitude is satisfying, while following the emotional roller-coaster of a disaster in the news, or a film, can be emotionally thrilling, especially knowing it’s true. Courage, tragedy, love and heroism…

Chris Ramsey The comedian and Strictly star will host the live shows of BBC1’s Little Mix: The Search. The series follows Jade, Perrie, Leigh-Anne and Jesy as they hunt for singers to become members of bands they mentor, with the winners joining the girls on tour. Kate Garraway In ITV’s new Saturday morning show, Breakfast at Garraway’s, the Good Morning Britain presenter will be reunited with her I’m a Celebrity pal Myles Stephenson. Each week, they will be joined by star guests to share all the things that makes their weekends so special.…

Aries 21 Mar – 20 Apr You’ll feel like an adrenaline junkie this week, as you find a new lease of life. You’ll be inspired to do more when it comes to doing something health related. Taurus 21 Apr – 20 May Pushing yourself forward will have great outcomes for you in terms of gaining a new start somewhere or concerning a promotion at work. Gemini 21 May – 20 Jun It’s all about love and romance for you. Get ready for a new start or look to brighten up an old situation by setting romantic dates that will win you favour. Cancer 21 Jun – 22 Jul Try not to bury your head in the sand over a situation that you need to really face. Sticking to your gut…

Saira Khan has come a long way from her first appearance on our TV screens 15 years ago in The Apprentice to becoming a panelist on the ITV lunchtime chat show, Loose Women. Part of the huge success of that show comes from its ability to break down taboos by talking about topics such as sex, relationships and the menopause – which doesn’t always go down well with Saira’s family. ‘You have to realise not everybody is as open or comfortable and my family are embarrassed,’ she admits. While mum-of-two Saira might have previously let this bother her, now she’s approaching 50 she cares less about what other people think. Here, Saira tells us the other ways in which her life is changing as she prepares to enter her next…

‘I sat indoors and cried for three days’ This time last year, Denise Van Outen, 45, admitted she was ‘unfit, miserable’ and had ‘given up’. After a broken foot forced her to pull out of the West End production of Chicago back in 2018, Denise was plagued with low moods. But less than two years later, after a successful appearance on The Masked Singer, she’s in a much better place. ‘I made some life changes and reinvented myself,’ Denise said. So what’s really been going on behind closed doors for the star? ‘YOU FEEL SO RESPONSIBLE’ In 2018, Denise, who is mum to nine-year-old Betsy, was set to play Velma Kelly in the West End hit Chicago, 17 years after she first took on the role. But before rehearsals even…

We all owe a huge debt of gratitude to NHS workers for keeping us safe and well but let’s not forget other key workers. The supermarket workers, delivery drivers, transport staff, utilities personnel, cleaners and refuse collectors. A friend who works in a supermarket in a wealthy part of London was called vile names by a stockpiling idiot who had his card refused at the till. This was the last thing she needed. So please shout out to everyone keeping our world as normal as possible.…

Could dislocation happen again? Q When I was a child, I fell off a pony and dislocated my shoulder. I’d forgotten all about it until I slipped by the pool on holiday a while ago and it happened again. I had scans at the time, but now I’m nervous about that arm in case it dislocates again. Is that likely now that it has gone out twice? A Unfortunately, recurrent dislocations are more common in people under 25 and those over 40. You may have stretched the ligaments surrounding the joint, so it is important you see a physiotherapist who will advise on strengthening exercises to help the joint recover and I would also recommend doing these regularly to keep the joint as stable as you can. Injection to help…

1 USE YOUR SENSES Look at something that makes you happy, smell something that you love, listen to music that lifts your mood, touch a person you care about and eat something tasty. All these things will instantly calm your nerves. 2 GO FOR A WALK Engaging in some physical activity releases serotonin to help you calm down and feel better right away. 3 DOWNLOAD PORTAL This mindfulness app transports users around the world into a different zone, helping them chill out with the assistance of some of nature’s most relaxing sounds.…

Rummaging through my wardrobe, I tried to find something to wear. It was March 2009 and, although I had plenty of tight-fitting dresses that would be perfect for my 50th birthday, none would flatter my figure. The only thing I was left with was yet another unflattering, baggy black number. ‘You look beautiful,’ my daughter, Maddie, then eight, said when she saw me, and I gave her a weak smile. In my mind, there was no way that could be true – at 15st and a size 20, I felt enormous, and no amount of black fabric could hide that. ‘The dark, baggy dresses hid my rolls’ For as long as I could remember, I’d always had an unhealthy relationship with food. At school, I was used to being one…

Fifty years ago, one of the most shocking and compelling rescue missions ever seen was carried out on a global stage as NASA experts desperately tried to bring three crew trapped aboard the ailing spacecraft Apollo 13 back to Earth, and back to their families. The epic events were made into Oscar-winning film Apollo 13, and since then several other tales of survival have captured the world’s attention. Woman’s Own investigates these incredible stories of friendship and human endurance, and examines the lengths people will go to in order to save lives. ‘Houston, we’ve had a problem’ Apollo 13 was due to be the third successful moon landing, after Neil Armstrong’s first gravity-defying leaps in July 1969. But the ill-fated spacecraft was just 56 hours into its expedition on 13…

HAVE YOU HEARD? Nearly half of Brits are unsure if they’d spot small fraudulent transactions on bank statements, MoneySupermarket research says. And 28% of adults admit they struggle to keep track of their finances due to a growing number of transactions on statements. The study found those aged over 55 were the most confident that they would spot a fraudulent transaction. IF YOU DO ONE THING THIS WEEK... READ ALL THE REVIEWS If you’re excited about buying a new product you feel you must have, before you part with any cash, make sure you read all the reviews – good and bad. It can be easy to get caught up in the hype but negative reviews will flag up any shortcomings. 3 scams drivers need to beware of New figures…

1 Britain’s Got Talent, ITV The talent show returns with judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and David Walliams. They sort the wheat from the chaff at the auditions while Ant and Dec lurk in the wings to support the acts who are dreaming of making it through to the live shows. 2 Our Girl, BBC1 Look out for former EastEnders star Danny Hatchard in this week’s episode of the army drama. The actor, who played Lee Carter in the soap, stars as Private Rhett Charlton aka ‘Cheese’, who has a tendency to take a joke too far which could cause a few problems for 2 Section. 3 MasterChef, BBC1 It’s the last week of the show and the finalists are off to Mauritius, where they’ll use all their…

Mostly As The Queen You are the family matriarch and you’re driven, strong and fiercely independent. Your family are so important to you and you try to be the glue that sticks everyone together. You’re firm and will speak your mind to keep the peace, but you’ve a fun side, too. Mostly Bs Sarah, Duchess of York It’s safe to say that you have a wild side. You definitely have some explosive stories to tell to anyone that will listen to them at a party. Apart from being the life and soul and a brilliant socialiser, you have a good heart and have people’s best interests at heart. Mostly Cs Kate, Duchess of Cambridge You’re the girl-next-door type that everyone wants to be. You’re friendly, kind, caring and really interesting.…