Innholdsfortegnelse for 08-Jun-2020 i Woman's Own

‘There will be a lot of people feeling really vulnerable’ Andrea McLean comes across as one of the happiest people on telly, lighting up our lunchtimes on Loose Women almost every day. So it was a surprise when she recently confessed to having a breakdown last year, keeping it a secret until now. We caught up with the 50-year-old presenter, who revealed what actually drove her to ‘crack up’ and how she’s managed to cope since. Andrea also chats about why she’s been so grateful to have her husband of two and a half years, Nick Feeney, and children Finlay, 18, and Amy, 13, in lockdown, and their plans for once it’s lifted. Hi Andrea, how has lockdown been treating you? It’s weird, but, touch wood, we’ve all been healthy…

Getting into the car, I waved to my daughter as my husband and I drove away, leaving her with her grandparents. It was May 2009 and Sophie, 21 months, was being looked after by my in-laws while my husband Trevor, then 26, drove us to Basildon University Hospital. I had just gone into labour at 41 weeks and was looking forward to meeting our new baby girl. Since I’d been through labour before, I thought I knew what to expect as we drove to the maternity unit. I’d already given up my job as a nurse to be at home with the girls, my birth plan was ready, and we’d washed all the baby clothes, Trevor had even painted the nursery. Panic and confusion Arriving at the hospital, we were…

Has pink toilet roll made my bottom itchy? Q Is it possible to have an allergy to toilet paper? I came to live with my daughter just before coronavirus took hold, and a week or so after I arrived, I noticed my bottom was itchy. They use a pink perfumed loo roll; could it be that? A Some people are sensitive to the pigment in coloured toilet roll and that can lead to itching. Ask your daughter to buy you some plain white soft loo roll and if your symptoms subside, you will know that is the problem.…

1 WORK OUT WHAT’S KEEPING YOU AWAKE Is it lack of exercise, too much coffee or constant worries that keep turning over in your mind? Tackle the root cause, and sleep will return. 2 DOWNLOAD THE MEDITOPIA APP Your quality of sleep affects almost every aspect of your daily life. To get better sleep, try sleep meditation to learn new techniques to fall and stay asleep. 3 WRITE DOWN YOUR WORRIES If you often lie awake worrying about tomorrow, set aside time before bed to write down what’s on your mind. Don’t re-read it, just scribble away and then throw the list in the bin to clear your mind.…

Most diets fail quickly because hunger kicks in, with the average Brit starting and failing three diets in any given year.* So if you want to lose weight and feel great in the process, it means moving away from fad diets and opting for a slower and steadier approach to shifting those niggling extra pounds. This plan will help to foster healthier eating habits in the long term. HOW IT WORKS The good news is that research on satiety – how full your diet makes you feel – has revealed that certain nutrients and foods are better at curbing your appetite. By increasing your intake of protein, and including plenty of fibre-filled vegetables and fruits in your diet, you’ll never feel hungry or deprived – and you’ll still lose weight.…

If you’re missing your Nando’s fix, cook up these lip-smackin’ chicken wings, crispy potato wedges and crunchy slaw for a fraction of the price STICKY CHICKEN WINGS AND WEDGES A FULL-ON FEAST FROM A FEW SIMPLE INGREDIENTS – ONE OF OUR FAVOURITE FAKEAWAYS! Serves 4 You will need For the wedges ✽ 3 large baking potatoes (about 900g), scrubbed but not peeled ✽ 2tbsp vegetable oil For the chicken wings ✽ 2 garlic cloves, crushed ✽ 3tbsp soft light brown sugar ✽ 2tbsp sweet chilli sauce ✽ 4tbsp tomato ketchup ✽ 4tbsp dark soy sauce ✽ 12 chicken wings (approx 1kg) For the slaw ✽ 2tbsp sweet chilli sauce ✽ 4tbsp salad cream or mayonnaise ✽ 200g shredded cabbage (any colour) ✽ 1 large carrot, grated 1 Heat the oven…

Kate Dennant, 35, is a paramedic with the East of England Ambulance Service. She lives in Norwich with her partner, Dan, 35. After training as a paramedic for three years, I qualified in December 2019. It’s a busy, stressful job and no matter how much experience you have, there are always times that it feels overwhelming. Before the UK went into lockdown, I don’t think I quite understood the gravity of what was happening. We always use gloves, but in March, when we were told that we needed to wear aprons and masks, the threat of infection suddenly felt real. And then we began to attend more and more patients with suspected COVID-19 symptoms. It does make you feel anxious, but you have to remember that the patients are nervous,…

Hillary, Sky Documentaries Former First Lady and presidential candidate Hillary Clinton opens up about her life and career. In the four-parter she’ll talk about everything from her husband Bill’s scandalous affair with Monica Lewinsky to her views on her political rivals. Mrs America, BBC2 Cate Blanchett leads this political drama which tells the story of the movement to pass America’s Equal Rights Amendment. Cate plays Phyllis Schlafly, a conservative anti-feminist who led a backlash against ratification of this law. The Luminaries, BBC1 Based on Eleanor Catton’s novel, this six-part drama follows Anna (Eve Hewson), who arrives in 1860s New Zealand hoping to start a new life, but fortune teller Lydia (Eva Green) has other plans… What We Do In the Shadows, BBC2 Look out for Star Wars legend Mark Hamill…

Gok Wan ‘All that defined me had gone’ How fashion guru Gok Wan broke the lockdown blues! Your hair is holding up very well in lockdown! I’m calling it my ‘Iso-locks’! I’ve rebranded my own head. It’s so odd. I had a complete and utter breakdown the first two weeks – it was horrendous. Mine was coupled with the fact I never take holidays or time off work. I love working too much. I had decided to take five weeks off just as lockdown started – planned for a year travelling. All of a sudden I was on holiday with nowhere to go. How did you snap out of it? I was on my own, depressed… just me and the dog, roaming around the empty streets like it was…

CHEEKY! Best mates Holly Willoughby and Fearne Cotton were the original team captains on Celebrity Juice and naughty host Keith Lemon managed to get them to look like they were kissing when he asked them both to pick up an olive with just their tongues. ‘LICK MY BAUBLES!’ In a Christmas special, Holly and her team were asked to get down on their knees and identify what was on the bauble attached to Keith’s crotch by licking it! DRESSING UP Celebrity Juice has had many themed episodes over the years, and – never one to shy away from fancy dress – Holly has dressed up as superhero Harley Quinn (right) and a naughty schoolgirl. FEELING UP TINCHY When rapper Tinchy Strider came on the show, Holly was blindfolded and asked…

A good teacher not only motivates you at school, they can inspire you for life. Yet it is still one of the most underrated, underpaid and stressful professions you can go into. ‘This isn’t opinion, it’s science’ And this year it has been one of the most controversial. Coronavirus meant that schools and universities had to shut down in March. The battle to reopen them pretty much ever since means that children’s lives have been turned into political footballs kicked around between the Government and unions. Meanwhile a generation of kids are potentially having their lives ruined. Dramatic? Yes, but true. While wealthy families with Wi-Fi, laptops and spacious homes can and are ensuring their offspring learn at home, poorer ones are struggling. An estimated 700,000 youngsters received NO education…

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Have you heard about? Chocolate and heartburn ‘Theobromine, found in chocolate, may relax the lower oesophageal sphincter, which allows stomach acid to escape and result in heartburn,’ says nutritionist Lily Soutter, working with Nexium Control. ‘Try grating dark chocolate over low-fat yogurt to minimise intake.’ Helping bone density Women can lose up to 20% of their bone density after the menopause. ‘You can help maintain your bone strength,’ says registered chiropractor Dr Andrea Coote (doctorgoodback.co. uk). ‘Go for brisk walks and avoid sitting for long periods of time.’ Sun safe after cancer Treatments, such as radiotherapy, can make skin photosensitive. Follow all the advice of your doctor, recommends specialist medical travel insurance provider AllClear. It worked for me Heather Moore, 71, from Warwickshire ‘I have a lot of very fine…

Watching the birthday cake being ceremoniously carried over to my friend, tiny warm flames from the candles lit up her face – and as she looked around the room, her eyes filled with love and appreciation. ‘Happy birthday to you,’ we all sang in unison, and my friend smiled, making a wish as she blew out her candles. It was her 50th birthday, an important milestone to celebrate, and my friend had decided to go all out. A sit-down meal in a beautiful venue, with flowers, fizz, a stunning cake and gorgeous decorations, it truly was the most perfect day. A classic introvert But while I loved being a part of my friend’s celebrations, I knew there was no way I’d be following suit when it came to my own…

1 Use chicken thighs or drumsticks instead of wings. Cut a few slashes across the thickest parts for the marinade flavours to penetrate and speed up cooking time. 2 Spice it up with Nando’s ready-made marinade, or add some dried chilli flakes or extra-hot sauce to the mix. 3 Serve with corn on the cob instead of coleslaw. Cook in a pan of boiling water for 5 mins then finish in the oven with a drizzle of oil until charred at the edges. 4 For a veggie option, use sliced halloumi or slices of aubergine instead of chicken and reduce the cooking time to 30 mins. 5 Replace the wedges with spicy rice – cooked with a chopped onion, chopped pepper, peas, paprika, turmeric, chilli powder and stock.…

100th birthday walk Captain Tom Moore – now knighted – set out to walk 100 lengths of his garden to celebrate turning 100 on 30 April – and in the process ended up raising nearly £33 million for NHS Charities Together. Scrubbed up Scrub Hub (scrubhub.org.uk) is a network of volunteers with a passion for sewing who have been making scrubs for those NHS workers across the UK unable to get hold of supplies. Food for heroes Chefs across the UK have been cooking up a storm to feed healthcare workers. One scheme in London, called Furloughed Foodies, has over 200 volunteers who’ve delivered around 2,000 meals to hospital staff.…

Mostly As You’ve lost your mojo Your spark is gone, and your hormones are probably to blame. If your libido is fluctuating, you might have low testosterone – and when it’s out of balance, it affects sex drive. Reduce your stress, and try to balance your blood sugars by eating lean protein and fresh fruits and veg. Mostly Bs You’ve got bad mood swings Life is a roller-coaster, and you can’t hide it! You want to scream, a lot. When balanced, oestrogen, progesterone and testosterone keep you in good health. Oestrogren boosts your mood – but in excess can cause anxiety. Exercise makes you happier – as do good sleep and a healthy diet. Mostly Cs You’re self-conscious The hormone leptin plays a big role in controlling satiety when it…

Julianne Moore, 59 Rumour has it Julianne’s favourite colour is black, so this bright pink Givenchy suit was a surprising option for her. Dressed to kill with her hair styled in tousled waves and sporting a coordinating pink lip, the Oscar-winner was smiling from ear to ear. Fleur East, 32 The singer-songwriter certainly brought a ray of sunshine to the red carpet. Dressed in a brightly coloured matching trouser suit from high-street hero Zara, you can steal her exact style while stocks last! This blazer would also look fab teamed with jeans. Leslie Mann, 48 While her legs look endless, we suspect there is a chic pair of platform heels hidden under those high-waisted pink Chanel trousers – we also can’t help notice Leslie’s glowing complexion. Now, if only we…

Could Lyme disease be a possibility? Q My husband noticed a tick on my leg last night, which I must have got whilst out walking the dog during the day. We removed it with tweezers and cleaned the area with antiseptic. I feel completely well, and I don’t want to worry my GP unnecessarily, but a friend said I should be tested for Lyme disease. Is that true? A Ticks transmit Lyme disease when they bite an infected animal and then bite a human, but only a small number of ticks are infected with the bacteria that causes Lyme disease, so your risk is very low. You only need to speak to a doctor if you develop a circular red rash – like a bullseye – around the bite, or…

Is he having an ‘emotional affair’? Q My partner isn’t having an affair but is very close to another woman – his best friend. I have no problem with this, but what I do mind is that he tells her things before me. He had a health scare a while ago and went to the GP with her, not me, and another time decided to change jobs after talking with her. What do I do? Lyndsey, by email A You need to talk to your partner and explain why you find these incidents so hurtful. In his mind, he’s probably used to leaning on his best friend, but you need to tell him that you also want to be given a chance to be there for him, especially as you…

1 Growing out old highlights Blend dyed ends and new natural tones with Josh Wood Colour Shade Shot Gloss, £19, a semi-permanent wash of colour that adds shine, too. 2 Sad style When you can’t have a blow-dry, V05 Instant Volume Powder, £4.40, gives root lift in a flash. Just tap a sprinkling onto fingertips and massage into roots. 3 Pesky greys Colour Wow Root Cover Up Powder, £28.50, may be pricey but it is the best, most budge-proof root cover product out there, and the slim palette will last all year. 4 Split ends There’s only one real cure (and it involves scissors) but a messy bun, secured with a snag-free Invisibobble, £5.99 for three, makes a great hiding place.…

Strawberry sundae Serves 4 A simple strawberry sundae is enough to put a smile on our faces, and hopefully yours too! You will need ✽ 575g strawberries, hulled ✽ 2tbsp caster sugar ✽ 200ml double cream ✽ 200g vanilla ice cream How to do it 1 Whizz 225g strawberries with the caster sugar, and push through a sieve to puree. Slice the remaining strawberries. 2 Whip the double cream to soft peaks, then fold in ⅓ of the puree. Mix the sliced strawberries with the remaining puree. 3 Spoon the ice cream, strawberry cream and sliced strawberry mixture into layers in glasses or bowls to serve. PREP TIME: 15 MINS COOKING TIME: N/A SKILL LEVEL: EASY CALS 503 FAT: 42G SAT FAT: 25G CARBS: 30G TIP Try adding vanilla bean…

HAVE YOU HEARD? he number of victims of ‘authorised T push payment’ fraud, where people are tricked into sending money to criminals, soared to 122,437 last year, up from 84,624 in 2018, says UK Finance. The number of people getting money back has risen too, following the introduction of a code designed to protect consumers, with around £116m returned to victims last year. IF YOU DO ONE THING THIS WEEK… SORT YOUR CAR TAX The DVLA has revealed some of the more unlikely excuses drivers have used as reasons why they haven’t taxed their vehicles, including, ‘I was busy looking after the kids’ – who were aged 19 and 26 years old… The DVLA sends reminders when your tax is due, but you can also check at www.gov.uk/check-vehicle-tax. 3 ways…

Aries 21 Mar – 20 Apr Listen out for bells chiming this week, as it may be a sign that you are getting some very exciting news. An important question will make you leap with joy. Taurus 21 Apr – 20 May Keeping a low profile this week will enable you to let go of any problems that you feel have been looming lately, and everyone will want to know where you have been. Gemini 21 May – 20 Jun Some news is heading your way this week, but try not to get too excited as it may just be tongues wagging. Someone compliments you on your new style of glamour. Cancer 21 Jun – 22 Jul It’s a great week that brings new friendships your way, but choose them…

Kelle Bryan has been in the spotlight since she was just 18 years old, singing alongside Louise Redknapp in girl group Eternal – and recently admitted to taking laxatives during that era because she was told she was ‘the fat one’. Now 45, and a mother to son, Regan, eight, and six-year-old daughter, Kayori, who she shares with husband Jay Gudgeon, Kelle opens up to Woman’s Own about how she still worries about her weight. Being on TV most days as a Loose Women panellist and playing Martine Deveraux on Hollyoaks, Kelle says it’s the pressure of the small screen that makes her feel self-conscious. But thankfully, she’s much healthier about it these days, as she tells us how she worries about her own children growing up with social media,…