Innholdsfortegnelse for Monday, October 21, 2024 i Woman's Own

I love looking at fancy houses and picking out which I’d go for if I won the lottery – whether that’s a huge townhouse or a ranch in the sunshine somewhere, one can always dream! Obviously a pool would have to be involved in this other fantasy life, along with brilliant decor. Good news, then – there are ways to make your home shine without a hefty price tag. On p42 we’ve got 30 budget buys all under £30 – and they are spot on for cosy season. I love those orange glasses. Keeping on the bargain bandwagon, on p34 we’ve got thrifty meals that are low-cal too – and that tray bake, yes please! You can’t beat a taste of Spain! Let me know if you give any of…

WHY NAGGING MIGHT NOT WORK Apparently, your man might not be a lazy so-and-so after all One of the unwritten rules of any romantic relationship between a man and a woman is that the longer it goes on the more he ignores you. Especially when you ask him to do something. Especially if it’s something domestic. Of course, ‘asking him to do something’ is always translated in a boy brain as ‘nagging’. No one knows why. What has been discovered recently, though, is that the husband developing selective deafness when you remind him to take the bins out/put the washing on/make the beds isn’t simply him being lazy, it’s a medical disorder! Ladies, the poor lamb needs your sympathy, not just more ‘nagging’. Hmm… It’s called Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)…

Buy of the week Boost everything from your metabolism to energy levels with Starpowa Sea Moss Gummies (£19.99 for 60 chews, starpowa.com). THE TO-DO LIST HOLD HANDS to beat fear, says research*. Participants watching a horror movie holding hands, showed significantly less stress than when they were alone. PLAY PING-PONG for Parkinson’s symptom relief. The hand-eye training and aerobic demands can help to improve speech, dressing and walking**. CHANGE YOUR SOCKS A clean pair every night can help to prevent sickness, as a warm bed and sweat make it an ideal breeding ground for bacteria. If you do one thing Embrace Nordic wellness Dreading the colder months? Getting to grips with Scandi traditions can help to not only boost your mood, but keep you well, too. This means enjoying saunas,…

Health ask us I don’t trust him Q After five years of being alone, I’ve finally met a decent man. We have a lot in common; the sex is good, and we speak all the time. He says he wants a future with me, and we talk a lot about moving in together. However, after five months, I’ve not visited his house or met any of his friends. Whenever I try to make plans like going on holiday, he puts me off, saying he’s not ready for that. It makes me distrustful of him. A Given the situation, it’s understandable that you’re feeling uncertain. It’s natural to expect certain milestones after five months. The fact that he’s not ready to take these steps could be due to various reasons, such…

Woman’s Own has proudly partnered with The 1:1 Diet Slimmer Awards this year and we asked you, our valued readers, to vote for who you thought deserved to win The Transformation of the Year award. We are thrilled that so many of you got involved and now we are pleased to announce the winner… ‘I couldn’t stop smiling’ Donna McCaulsky, 49, lives in south London. My weight had been a problem for as long as I could remember. As a child I’d eat hearty meals, go for seconds and would always find room for dessert. It meant that by the time I was 18, I was a size 18 and, after heading to university, I continued with the same habits – no portion control and eating calorie-ridden desserts most nights…

READER QUESTION Q Will my mortgage lender allow me to rent out my home on Airbnb? A This depends on your lender, so you must check the fine details. NatWest updated its mortgage terms to make it easier to embrace home-sharing, but conditions apply, including a limit of 90 nights in a rolling 12-month period. There are also other things to sort out, such as speaking to your home insurer and checking your lease if you’re a leaseholder, too. Go green for less Snap up pre-loved kidswear from brands like Boden and John Lewis & Partners for a fraction of the original cost at thelittleloop.com/secondhand. You can also trade in your children’s outgrown clothes either bought on the site or from selected brands. There are more details and T&Cs on…

‘Cringey’ Lorraine SLAMMED! Arguably one of the most successful TV presenters of her time, Lorraine Kelly marks 40 years on screen this year. But while she should be celebrating the milestone, for which she was awarded a BAFTA Special Award, she’s likely feeling disheartened after an anniversary episode of her self-titled show was criticised by fans, who branded her ‘cringe’ and ‘embarrassing’. The show welcomed surprise guests to congratulate Lorraine and featured flashback clips from her early days in broadcasting. But while it was supposed to be a day of celebration, fans were quick to ‘switch off’. ‘Is there anything more cringey than #itv #lorraine constantly patting themselves on the back, it’s embarrassing,’ one said, while another added, ‘What is this rubbish?’ A third commented, ‘Plz make it stop. My…

Leopard print The dress A bold printed dress makes plenty of impact on its own so minimal styling is key. Keep the rest of your outfit simple with sleek boots and opaque tights and let the dress take centre stage. Pair with a camel or brown coat and cream bag for a stylish tonal look. TOP TIP A square neckline is flattering for those with bigger busts and narrow shoulders. Total outfit cost £46.50 The top If you’re wary of this bold print, then tone it down with plain separates and neutral tones, such as black, white or cream, rather than anything too busy. Try teaming this roll neck with timeless classic pieces like black leather trousers, dark denim jeans or a blazer. TOP TIP A roll neck can be…

Super greens and steak sandwich SERVES 4 Craving a burger? Try this healthy winner instead. YOU WILL NEED 4 shallots, peeled and halved2 handfuls curly kale, shredded1tbsp olive oil4 small steaks (about 100g each)8 slices bread, toasted¼ red cabbage, finely shreddedEnglish mustard, to serve For the sauce: 100g crème fraîche 1tsp liquid beef stock 1tsp Dijon mustard HOW TO DO IT 1 Heat the oven to 180C Fan/Gas 6. Put the shallots on one half of a roasting tray and the kale on the other half. Drizzle over the oil and bake in the oven for 12-14 mins. Remove the kale from the oven and set aside. Return the shallots to the oven for a further 10 mins until they are tender and caramelised, then leave to cool. 2 Heat…

CLUES & ARROWS Fill in the clues in the direction of the arrows Sudoku To solve the puzzle, each 3 x 3 box, each column and each row must contain the numbers 1 to 9. Wordsearch Which of these cocktails was first served at Harry’s Bar by Giuseppe Cipriani? The answer is the one missing from the grid. BELLINICOSMOGIMLETJULEPMAI TAIMARTINIMIMOSAMOJITO NEGRONIPALOMAPIMMSPUNCHSANGRIASPRITZVESPER CROSSWORD ACROSS 7 __ O’Neil, human character in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (5)8 Suspect something (5,1,3)10 Rosario __, star of films Trance and Unstoppable (6)11 Private soldier (8)12 Accelerator (8)13 __ Wilson, star of films Wedding Crashers and Bliss (4)15 & 17Ac. 2023 spooky comedy film starring 10 Across,13 Across, 28 Across, 6 Down, 21 Down, and 23 Down (7,7)17 See 15 Across20 Hit flies (4)22 Showing refined taste and manners (8)25 Plentiful (8)26…

Film THE WILD ROBOT In cinemas 18 October Based on the book series of the same name, a star-studded cast – including Bill Nighy, Lupita Nyong’o, Pedro Pascal and Catherine O’Hara – voice the epic adventure of a robot that finds himself alone on an uninhabited earth and forced to adapt to its harsh surroundings. Music JOE JONAS Music for People Who Believe in Love (Republic), out 18 October One third of the Jonas Brothers releases his first solo album in over a decade. The singer, who split from wife Sophie Turner last year, shared, ‘This album is a celebration of gratitude, hope, and love. These songs reflect on my life from a bird’s-eye view acknowledging the many blessings around me.’ Tour JANE McDONALD: WITH ALL MY LOVE – UK…

Danny Dyer ‘MY DAUGHTER WANTED ME TO KEEP THE MOUSTACHE!’ The former EastEnders actor stars in the much-anticipated adaptation of Jilly Cooper’s novel Rivals… Based on the second book in the author’s Rutshire Chronicles series, this eight-part romp is set in the world of independent television in the 1980s and focuses on the rivalry between TV boss Lord Tony Baddingham (David Tennant) and Olympic showjumper-turned-Tory MP Rupert Campbell-Black (Alex Hassell). Expect scandals, secrets, lies and a fair bit of sex in the saga, which boasts an all-star cast that also includes Aidan Turner, Emily Atack, Katherine Parkinson and Danny Dyer, who plays self-made electronics magnate Freddie Jones. ‘I GOT USED TO IT…’ ‘Freddie is a good man and is very, very rich,’ says Danny. ‘He’s got a good heart and…

Leaning my elbows on the table, I couldn’t help steal another glance at the cafe door. I was meeting my friend Tom, then 26, after he’d been away in the US for nine months. I bit my lip nervously and ran my fingers through my hair, hoping it looked nice. Tom had been my friend for the past four years, so why did I feel so nervous? ‘THERE WAS NOW A NEW, FLIRTY VIBE BETWEEN US’ We’d met in April 2020 at a clinic where I worked as a psychotherapist. Tom had joined a group session to help cope with anxiety. As a recovering alcoholic, I’d sought help five years before and trained in psychotherapy to help others like me. At the time, I was 47 and Tom was 23.…

Health ask us HELP! HE CAN’T HEAR Q My partner plays darts every Wednesday evening and has always enjoyed it, but recently he’s been reluctant to go. He says that he’s struggling to hear what people are saying. He seems to be fine at home and watches TV at the same volume as me, so his hearing is fine. What’s going on? A Struggling to hear what’s being said when there’s a lot of background noise can be an early sign of hearing loss. Please encourage him to see his GP. The most likely explanation will be a build-up of wax, which can be easily removed. However, if his ear canals are clear then his doctor will refer him for an audiogram to investigate his hearing. IS MY SORE THROAT…

Smooth operator My hair is both curly and bleached, which means it’s a double whammy for dehydration. I’ve swapped conditioner for Briogeo Don’t Despair Repair Deep Conditioning Mask, £15, cultbeauty.co.uk, and have noticed a difference in the smoothness of my curls. When my hair is especially bad, I leave it in for an hour before shampooing and reapplying. Rhiannon Hydration station Thirsty hair that’s subjected to regular heat styling will love Aussie SOS Repair & Revive Conditioner for Dry, Stressed and Damaged Hair, £8, Boots, that smooths frazzled strands and broken ends. It leaves your hair soft and nourished. It’s also a bargain buy so perfect to use every time you wash your hair. Sarah Volume booster I have very fine and flat hair, so I need all the help…

ARIES 21 Mar – 20 Apr This time around you are ready to do things differently. Put aside the strategy that worked in the past and find new ways of solving an old problem. TAURUS 21 Apr – 20 May Your steady nature means that you can endure pretty much anything. That said, everyone has their limit. So take a deep breath and try to surrender. GEMINI 21 May – 20 Jun You are a popular person with many friends and acquaintances. However, it is important to make some new connections now, as they’ll lead you on a different path. CANCER 21 Jun – 22 Jul It’s time to speak up and express what you really, truly feel. This is something you normally wouldn’t do, but it is necessary to…

HOME AGAIN FOR CHRISTMAS By Emily Stone (£10.99, PB, Headline) For as long as Lexie can remember, she has made a wish each year at Christmas and kept it in her ‘wish jar’. Though she’s constantly on the move, her treasured jar comes with her everywhere. That’s not to say her wishes come true – Lexie learned this the hard way, growing up with a dad who would never come home, no matter how much she wanted him to. When her estranged father passes away, Lexie inherits half of his travel company in Bath. But there’s a catch – the other owner is handsome but grumpy Theo. Will a sun-soaked work trip heat things up between the business partners? A sizzling romance. BY ANY OTHER NAME By Jodi Picoult (£22,…