Innholdsfortegnelse for 10-Aug-2020 i Woman's Own

Kate Garraway has been warned not to put her life on hold as her husband, Derek Draper, continues to recover from coronavirus. The TV star’s life came crashing down back in March when her husband of 15 years was hospitalised with the deadly virus and subsequently spent weeks in intensive care. Now, despite news that he has regained consciousness from an induced coma, Kate admits the family is far from out of the woods yet. ‘The fight with the virus has been won and he’s still here but it has wreaked extraordinary damage on his body and we don’t know if he can recover from that,’ Kate admits. But, with their two children – Darcey, 14, and William, 11 – to look after, Kate has been told she must try…

‘The smallest of tasks for most were the biggest of feats for me’ As another mound of work landed on my desk, I took a deep breath and sighed. It was the turn of the 90s and I’d been working in my job as a personal assistant for the past four years. I enjoyed the responsibility, but my working day was consistently plagued by my physical and emotional struggles. It seemed that the smallest of tasks for most proved to be the biggest of feats for me. I had difficulty with my handwriting, I found the days long and tiring, and my attention span was incredibly short. And as I sat at my desk struggling to type with my weaker left hand on my computer, I couldn’t help but feel…

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You don’t need to fully empty your bladder Bladder misbehaving? It could be caused by trying to ‘push’ out every last drop. ‘It’s normal to retain 30-100ml of urine after going to the toilet,’ says Sanature Pro Vivo’s Roseanna Grace. Men feel shut out from menopause chat Hate talking about the menopause? It could be affecting your relationship. Research by FutureYou Cambridge reveals men want women to share problems, but they often feel left out. Excessive supplements can be damaging ‘Taking too much vitamin D over a long period of time can weaken the bones and damage your kidneys and heart,’ says nutritionist Gabriela Peacock. ‘Your GP can check with a blood test.’…

Mixed mushroom soup Serves 4 Brown cap, white button, shiitake, mixed wild mushrooms or even dried mushrooms are good to use in this dish. You will need ✽ 200g dried soba noodles ✽ 450g mixed mushrooms ✽ 180g pak choi ✽ 10g reduced-salt vegetable stock cube, dissolved in 600ml boiling water ✽ 1–2tsp finely chopped or grated fresh ginger ✽ 1tsp light soy sauce or 1tsp miso paste ✽ ¼tsp Chinese five-spice powder ✽ 2 star anise (optional) ✽ 1tsp rapeseed oil ✽ 1 onion, finely chopped ✽ 80g sugar snap peas To serve: (optional) ✽ ½tsp sesame oil ✽ 2 spring onions, cut into matchsticks ✽ A handful of fresh herbs (coriander leaves or Thai basil and mint leaves) ✽ 1 large, mild red chilli, finely sliced on the…

HAVE YOU HEARD? When it comes to inheritance, only 55% of UK adults say they would split their wealth equally among their children, according to new research by wealth managers Charles Stanley. The report also found for many, inheritance remains a taboo subject, with just one in five saying their family has talked openly about the subject. IF YOU DO ONE THING THIS WEEK… KEEP N-ICE AND COOL If you struggle to sleep when the weather’s hot, why not try turning your hot water bottle into a cold one? Fill it with freezing cold water and put it in your bed before you get in for a cooler start to the night, suggests hotwaterbottleshop.co.uk. 3 money mistakes you need to avoid Make the most of your cash by ensuring you…

All these excitable pooches have been captured at their funniest moment, as Liz throws them a treat while snapping away using a fast shutter speed. ‘The expressions on the dogs’ faces are priceless,’ says Liz. ‘I find it quite addictive, and totally joyous.’ Most of her career was spent photographing celebrities, musicians and sports stars, until she realised her favourite pics were of her own pooches, Elsa the goldendoodle and collie poodle Jeanie, also seen here wrestling over a snack!…

It’s safe to say Brian McFadden and Keith Duffy have come a long way since their Westlife and Boyzone days. Brian, 40, is father to 18-year-old Molly and 17-year-old Lilly-Sue from his previous marriage to Kerry Katona, and got engaged to PE teacher Danielle Parkinson at the end of last year. Meanwhile, 45-year-old Keith has been married to his wife Lisa since 1998 and they have two grown-up children, Jay, 24, and Mia, 20. As we chat to the pair – who created Boyzlife four years ago – they tell us how they keep in shape for their tours, and how they’ve paid tribute to Keith’s late bandmate Stephen Gately with their new album… Brian, you celebrated your 40th in lockdown. How was that? I’m the youngest of all our…

Gaby Roslin ‘I appreciate the simple things now’ TV favourite Gaby Roslin reveals why she’ll be house swapping this summer! How’s the staycation going? We’ve been to see friends in the country and Richmond Park for the first time and I realised, as someone London born and bred, how shocked I was that I’ve never driven through it. My youngest was so excited about the fact that we saw deer. We are definitely appreciating the simple things. Our worlds shrank, but our eyes opened to everything... I remember during lockdown everyone was appreciating the birdsong, the flowers, the sky. As someone who is passionate about wildlife and our planet, I felt the world was able to breathe. But there were many who didn’t have that, those who’d lost loved…

The dress It’s no wonder celebrities such as Holly Willoughby wear tea dresses so often. They suit everyone – can flatter a large bust or create curves for an athletic-shaped body. We call it a wonder dress! TOP TIP Florals are one of the easiest prints to clash – large and small prints look good as long as the colours work together tonally. OUTFIT TOTAL COST: £45.50 The jumpsuit The perfect blend of smart-casual, the all-in-one will never date – so you’ll be wearing it for years to come. Off-the-shoulder styles with wide flowing legs are great for disguising a large lower half, plus puff sleeves give good arm coverage. TOP TIP Large earrings help balance out this neckline. If you choose statement hoops, then keep your necklace fine. OUTFIT…

Avoiding another case of diverticulitis Q I was in such severe pain in my stomach last week that my husband ended up taking me to Accident and Emergency and I was admitted for tests. They eventually discharged me with a diagnosis of diverticulitis. From what I understand the diverticula are still there, so how do I prevent another flare? A Diverticula are small bulges in the bowel wall that can become inflamed, causing diverticulitis. You can reduce your risk of recurrent attacks by increasing the amount of fibre in your diet. You should aim to eat 30g of fibre a day. Good sources include fresh and dried fruits, vegetables, beans, pulses, nuts, cereals and starchy foods. If you can’t get enough fibre from your diet, talk to your pharmacist about…

I caught my husband having an affair Q Earlier this year I caught my husband having an affair with a woman at his gym. I was ready to end things but over lockdown we tried again. Now things are going back to normal I have asked him to change gyms but he says he loves it there and don’t I trust him. What do I do? Carrie, 43, London A If your husband is keen to make a go of it then you have every right to insist he cut off all contact with this woman. Changing his gym lifestyle is a very small price to pay if he wants to make his marriage work. He needs to earn your trust again rather than just expecting it to happen. This…

Hydrangea heroes Hydrangeas are popular, and rightly so: they’re low maintenance and flower for months. Mophead types (macrophylla) change flower colour depending on the soil – pink on alkaline or blue on acid/ neutral – and age to soft, smoky tones. Pompom types include the frothy lime-white Hydrangea arborescens ‘Annabelle’. Or you could opt for cone-shaped paniculatas, such as ‘Vanille Fraise’. All need space to breathe, spreading 1-3m. Mopheads need partial shade to stop flowers fading; other varieties tolerate sun, but all need plenty of watering. Buy of the week Top-heavy plants may need a hand, so upgrade your canes with these metal plant supports. Artichoke, seedhead, poppy supports and more, from £15; shop.nationaltrust.org.uk. Hot favourites Mimic a typical Mediterranean courtyard with a riot of sun-lovers in colourful pots. Try…

Kenco Millicano coffee, 95g (Co-op) CHOCA MOCHA CHEESECAKE CUPS Serves 6 You will need ✽ 30g butter, melted ✽ 100g chocolate digestives, crushed ✽ 150g milk chocolate, cubed ✽ 100g plain chocolate, cubed ✽ 400g light soft cheese ✽ 100g caster sugar ✽ 1tbsp instant coffee grains ✽ 1tsp vanilla bean paste ✽ 2 eggs ✽ Reduced-fat creme fraiche, to serve How to do it 1 Heat the oven to 160C/Gas 3. Grease six 180ml ovenproof cups or ramekins. Mix the melted butter and crushed biscuits and press into the base of the cups or ramekins. 2 Melt the milk and plain chocolate in separate bowls. Beat the soft cheese with the sugar, coffee and vanilla. Gradually beat in the eggs and melted milk chocolate. 3 Lightly stir in the…

Aries 21 Mar – 20 Apr If you’ve just started a relationship, encourage your partner to talk about their deeper emotional feelings to help to enable your soul connection to grow. Taurus 21 Apr – 20 May Feeling adventurous? Make up for lost time and start planning your next vacation – there are hidden corners of moorland and coast closer to home that you can explore. Gemini 21 May – 20 Jun Any relationship tensions will disappear as you’ve entered a new phase. Eager to please each other, your romance is moving faster than you expected. Cancer 21 Jun – 22 Jul The garden pond or water feature needs renovating. It’s great for local wildlife, and you can gaze into it for hours – what a wonderful way to relax.…

The Sussexes may never be welcomed back into the Royal Family after relocating to the United States. The couple stepped down as senior members earlier this year, but it was expected that the Queen would help them create a new position in the near future. Now, after the publication of a bombshell new book Finding Freedom: Harry and Meghan and the Making of a Modern Royal Family, those plans appear to have been scuppered. A royal source explained, ‘It doesn’t seem there is any way of going back now.’ While another added, ‘It’s hard to see how they can now salvage the new role they wanted as “hybrid” royals, running commercial careers alongside royal duties from the United States.’…

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At what age do you know your own mind? The age of criminal responsibility in the UK is 10, you need to be 18 to fight for your country and get a tattoo, yet you can get married at 16. There’s very little joined-up thinking about being able to give your consent across the world – in some countries you are deemed mature enough at 11 while others insist on 20. The debate has become a hot potato again thanks to two European teenagers. On one side we have British Jihadi bride Shamima Begum and on the other, Swedish schoolgirl Greta Thunberg. Shamima was just shy of her 16th birthday when she fled her east-London home to join ISIS in Syria. She married a Dutch fighter and gave birth to…

It worked for me Jo Morein, 52, from London ‘In March, I tested positive for COVID-19. I suffered from cold sweats, fever and a persistent cough. I became weak and dehydrated as I couldn’t tolerate any food. My sister recommended Nourish by Jane Clarke (£15.80 for four, nourishbyjaneclarke. com). Even though I didn’t have any appetite, the meal replacement drinks were tasty and easy to digest. They come in four flavours.’ 44% of UK adults suffer from at least one allergy.**…

Legumes (also known as pulses) include everything from lentils and kidney beans to chickpeas and even peanuts, and they are certainly not just good for vegetarians. ‘They are amazing,’ says nutritional therapist Jodie Brandman. ‘They contain a whole variety of nutrients and are a very healthy and economical food that everyone can enjoy.’ Including legumes as part of your daily diet doesn’t mean you have to eat completely different meals, however. Jodie explains, ‘There are so many ways you can include them in your favourite recipes – by simply adding them to soups, salads, casseroles and stir-frys, to name just a few.’ Help beat constipation ‘Legumes are useful for keeping our bowels healthy,’ says Jodie. ‘They’re high in dietary fibre, which helps us to have more regular bowel movements. This…

Standing outside our favourite restaurant, my boyfriend, Wayne, then 27, and I watched as the sun set on the horizon. As he stepped back and I spun away from the glaring beam of light, I found him down on one knee. ‘Will you marry me?’ he asked. ‘Of course!’ I shrieked, jumping into his arms. It was June 2014 and this moment was everything I’d ever dreamed of. See, all my life, I’d only ever really wanted three things: a partner to love and share the journey with, a house that we could call our home, and a baby to dote on and watch grow. And now, I was just one step away from all three. As we set about planning the wedding, picking out the flowers and the food,…

1 BOTANIC GARDENS, BELFAST, NORTHERN IRELAND Have a wander through the Palm House and Tropical Ravine, with its jungle of tropical ferns. 2 DOWN HOUSE, LONDON  Nose around the fascinating flower borders and greenhouses, and wander the ‘thinking path’ at Charles Darwin’s former garden. 3 HIDDEN GARDENS, GLASGOW, SCOTLAND A beautiful public oasis with lots of gardening volunteering opportunities for keen gardeners. 4 WINTERBOURNE HOUSE AND GARDEN, BIRMINGHAM A secret floral gem with picnic lawns, a walled garden and lovely rhododendron walk.…

Murder At My Door with Kym Marsh Crime+Investigation Former Corrie star Kym Marsh turns crime presenter in a new eight-part documentary series. Set to air this autumn, the former singer will look at real-life stories of innocent people killed in their own homes by someone they knew and trusted. Foundation Apple TV+ This sci-fi series based on the epic novels by Isaac Asimov stars Chernobyl and Mad Men actor Jared Harris. He plays a scientific leader, Hari Seldon, as a band of exiles go on a journey to save humanity and rebuild civilisation amid the fall of the Galactic Empire. Project Power Netflix Hollywood actor Jamie Foxx stars in this one-off sci-fi thriller. It tells the story of a young teenage dealer, who helps a grieving father track down the…