Innholdsfortegnelse for 02-May-2017 i Woman's Weekly

I wrote recently about the amount of health information and guidance that’s available now compared to when our parents, or even we, were growing up. Research and developments mean there’s new advice on keeping fit and well virtually daily. And it’s not dissimilar when it comes to dental care. As a child, pretty much my sole instruction to keep my teeth in good nick was to brush them twice a day. Just as treatments and procedures have become so much more sophisticated, so has the understanding of and advice on how to best take care of your teeth. Our feature on page 44 highlights the latest research and advice, and I certainly found some of it really unexpected. I did not know numbers three, 11, 14 and 15! I’m lucky…

‘I’ve flown solo a couple of times’ Aerospace engineer Andrew won himself a firm following when he crimped, creamed and caramelised his way to the 2016 final of The Great British Bake Off. How do you take your tea? I have breakfast tea with milk and no sugar. Who would you most like to have a cup of tea with? One of my engineering idols, Elon Musk, founder of SpaceX and Tesla. The science geek within me would have plenty to talk to him about. What did you want to be when you were little? A pilot. I used to be in the Air Cadets and I’ve flown solo a couple of times. What's your most treasured possession? At the moment, the item I’m keeping most closely guarded is an…

Come face to face with Jekyll and Hyde at The London Dungeon The London Dungeon has hired YouTube star and self-taught make-up artist Roxxsaurus to create scarily realistic split-face make-up inspired by its latest show exploring the terrifying tale of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde. Dare You Face Jekkyll & Hyde? runs until 12 May. For details, visit thedungeons.com/london Browse Hexham Book Festival 2017 Lose yourself in words at the 12th Hexham Book Festival, where poetry, biography, comedy, food and history are all on offer in eight venues around this historic Northumberland market town. More than 50 writers will be there, including The Durrells Of Corfu author Michael Haag. Runs 28 April-7 May. Visit hexhambookfestival.co.uk Wander around Bluebell Walks at Rode Hall…

Aries 21 Mar – 20 Apr This is a great week for negotiations of any kind. You are likely to get a very good deal. Taurus 21 Apr – 21 May You might find yourself juggling lots of different activities. Prioritise, or you could become overwhelmed. Gemini 22 May – 21 Jun This is likely to be a busy time for you with great possibilities for making some interesting contacts. Cancer 22 Jun – 23 Jul Your keyword is patience. Accept what is coming your way and your week will be fruitful and enjoyable. Leo 24 Jul – 23 Aug Venus is activating your love life, bringing in a special new person if that is what you’ve been seeking. Virgo 24 Aug – 23 Sep This is a great time…

A couple of months ago, I slipped on some ice, fell backwards, and broke a bone in my wrist. Never having broken a bone before, I was very annoyed with myself, but also impressed by the speed of my self-diagnosis. Having flailed about for a while on my back, groaning, I sat up and knew immediately that I was all right except for my left wrist, which was swelling and a bit wonky. ‘My wrist!’ I moaned. A trip to A&E with a bag of frozen peas wrapped round it left me with the knowledge that I had broken my distal radius and that an operation to insert a metal plate would occur within a few days. It was all very straightforward. I had sustained a Fall On Out-Stretched Hand…

The more he pushed, the more excuses she found. She wasn’t ready to commit Erin stopped by the door of the museum. “Culture?” Jack grumbled. “Can’t we just go for lunch?” “We will,” she soothed. “But I want to see this exhibition first.” He checked his watch. “We’ll have to be quick if we want to get more than a sandwich before the football.” “There’s plenty of time,” Erin said, more sharply than was necessary. To be honest, she considered a quick visit to a museum to be a reasonable trade-off for an afternoon in a noisy, draughty stadium watching grown men chase a ball across the grass, but she wasn’t looking for an argument, so she softened her tone. “It’ll only take an hour or so. Come on.” She…

Upcycle a vegetable sack and turn it into something special with these simple stencilling techniques. Craft & Home Editor, Esme • Easy-peasy • A Bit More Tricky • Hard–ish • Quite A Challenge Time to make: 1-2 hours YOU WILL NEED Hessian sack ( forsimilar Stitch unpicker Steam iron Matching sewing thread, or iron-on hemming tape (optional) Oak Leaves Stencil (£14.99, Annie Sloan, Masking tape Stencil brush Chalk Paint in Old White (£6.45 for 100ml, Annie Sloan, website as above) 1 Wash the sack on a warm and delicate cycle, to remove the strong hessian smell, and allow to dry. 2 Use a stitch unpicker to undo the side and bottom seams on the hessian sack. Press the fabric flat with a hot iron on a steam setting.…

We are close to Canary Wharf, which is on the Jubilee tube line, and Heron Quays, which is on the DLR. Once you’ve booked your place, we’ll be able to help you with further directions, should you need them. Workshops start at 10am with a meet and greet, and there will be two 15-minute breaks during the day, when you will be able to help yourselves to tea, coffee and water from the kitchen area. We will provide the biscuits! There will also be an hour for lunch from 1pm – please bring lunch with you (we have microwaves), or there is a small supermarket close by, should you prefer to buy lunch on the day. TERMS AND CONDITIONS Tickets will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Woman’s Weekly…

Patio Pansies The flowers of Pansy ‘Ballerina’ create a bright carnival of colour throughout the summer. The delicately ruffled petals make a stunning display in containers, beds and borders. Height and spread: 23cm (9in). Supplied as plug plants. • Buy 36 for £9.99 • Buy 72 for £14.99 – saving £4.99 TO ORDER, call 0844 573 6057 and quote WWK2152AZ or visit thompson-morgan.com/  WWK2152AZ T&Cs £1.95 postage. Offer closes 31 May 2017. Plants dispatched from May 2017. Contract of goods is with Thompson & Morgan, a company wholly independent of Woman’s Weekly, published by Time Inc. (UK) Ltd.…

Whether we’re suffering from stress, problem overload, or a short- or long-term mental health problem, it can feel like an uphill struggle just to get through the day. But resilience – learning how to manage our response – can help us to cope, regain control, improve our mood, and make us feel more positive. The Mental Health Foundation calls it thriving not surviving. What drags us down? Some of us are naturally optimistic and/or grow up with strong role models and messages such as ‘If at first you don’t succeed, try, try, try again’. Supportive relationships and learning from experience can also build resilience. But few of us get through life without setbacks and disappointments, such as bereavement, abuse or bullying as a child or adult, money, work or relationship…

If you usually... Use cycling lights when it’s dark Try this instead... Keep them switched on all the time Don’t be tempted to ditch your bike lights just because the mornings and evenings are lighter. According to Sigma Sport, eight out of 10 cycling accidents occur during the day. And using a flashing rear light makes you 2.4 times more visible than no lights at all. Not As Good As You Think… Ibuprofen for back pain Common painkillers such as ibuprofen can do more harm than good for back pain, warn doctors. In a major review, only one in six patients achieved any significant reduction in discomfort. And this small benefit was outweighed by side effects including gastrointestinal problems, particularly if taken long term, say Australian researchers. Growing evidence suggests…

Peak District Fly over the rolling hills of the Peak District, the UK’s first national park. At the southern end of the Pennines, tucked between Sheffield and Manchester, this region of contrasts offers everything from heather-clad moorland to limestone dales. Jump in a hot air balloon and head for the skies from one of three launch sites inside the national park, courtesy of Wickers World. The most northerly launch site is near Chatsworth House, the Duke and Duchess Of Devonshire’s lavish stately home. On landing, you’ll be whisked back to the starting point via Land Rover. Afterwards, explore parkland surrounding Chatsworth. Designed by Capability Brown in the 1760s – it’s free to enter. Another of Wickers World’s launch sites is the privately-owned village of Tissington; the nearby Tissington Trail, a…

This Week SARAH BEE is a social media professional who’ll be able to answer your questions on the world wide web. Our Experts • Appliances • Internet • Digital • Animals • Finance/ consumer • Legal Q What is a browser add-on? Your web browser is the computer software you use to look at websites, and browser add-ons – also known as extensions – are optional extras that allow your browser to do some nifty tricks. They’re like phone apps, but for your browser. It’s a way to customise your internet experience and see things differently, or simply make surfing easier and more pleasant. There’s a truly mind-boggling array available, designed by creative minds that really have thought of everything. Many add-ons are available for all the different browsers, from…

A Fond Farewell We said goodbye to two long-serving members of the WW team this week, Content Director Sue (on the left) and Content Editor Helena (right). We couldn’t let them go without their own specially designed versions of the cover, and our very grateful thanks for all they have done for the magazine and the team. I’ll introduce you to our new Content Director next week. Putting On A Good Face The new Mishel make-up range has been created by two longtime TV and film makeup experts. I tried out these three products and they’re terrific – easy to apply and impressively long-lasting. Eyebrow Balm, £14, Luminous Liquid Foundation, £26, Tinted Moisturising Mineral Foundation SPF20, £24, mishelmakeup.com In The Zone The first of the workshops in the Woman’s Weekly…

For each bag you will need three colours of felt, scissors, a sewing machine, contrasting thread and dried lavender To make a bag, cut two 10cm squares of felt from the base colour, four 2 x 6cm petal shapes from the first petal colour and four 1.5 x 5cm petal shapes from the second petal colour. Layer up the petals, with the smaller ones on top. Pin and sew the petals to one of the felt squares using the image as a guide. Take both squares and place them right side together so that the petals are sandwiched inside. Pin and sew around the edge with a 5mm seam allowance, leaving a 4cm turning gap. Turn right sides out and press. Stuff with dried lavender and hand sew the opening…

That’s Not My Age was founded in 2008 when Alyson Walsh – former fashion editor and author of Style Forever – noticed a gap online to celebrate grown-up women’s style. The website is aimed at women aged 50 and beyond, or what she likes to call ‘Generation FAB’. Alyson shares the tricks she picked up during her years working on glossy magazines and offers expert advice on looking fabulous, no matter your age or budget. That’s Not My Age is for any woman who refuses to be invisible.…

Sausage, Bacon & Mustard Pies FOR THE HOT-WATER CRUST PASTRY: 1 Set the oven to 200°C or Gas Mark 6. Snip the skin off the sausages. Put in a large bowl. Add the lardons, sunblush tomatoes, sage, mustard and freshly ground pepper. Mix together well. 2 To make the pastry, put the flour and salt into a food processor. Add the butter and blitz for a few seconds, until the mixture looks like breadcrumbs. 3 Put the vegetable fat or lard and 150ml (5fl oz) water into a pan, heat until the fat has melted and is just bubbling. 4 Turn on the food processor at a low speed and carefully pour the hot fat mixture through the…

... because that’s all it takes to make this cardigan, one 400g ball. With an easy scalloped edge and an all-over treble and double crochet pattern, the labour costs are low, too! Knitting Editor, Teresa • Easy-peasy • A Bit More Tricky • Hard–ish • Quite A Challenge Instructions overleaf MEASUREMENTS To fit ages 1-2 (2-3) (3-4) (4-5) (5-6) year(s). Actual measurements 56 (60) (64) (68) (72) cm/22 (23½) (25¼) (26¾) (28¼) in. Side seam 22.5 (25) (25.5) (27.5) (30.5) cm/9 (9¾) (10) (10¾) (12) in. Length to back neck 34 (37.5) (39) (42.5) (47.5) cm/13½ (14¾) (15¼) (16¾) (18¾) in. Sleeve seam with cuff turned back 20.5 (22.5) (24) (25.5) (29) cm/8 (9) (9½) (10) (11½) in. MATERIALS 1 x 400g (800m) ball of Wendy Aran with Wool (75%…

Cervical Cancer Doesn’t Discriminate A third of women who have sex with women are wrongly advised that they don’t need cervical screening tests, and half of those who are eligible have never been tested, according to the National LGB&T Partnership. Cervical cancer is strongly linked to the human papilloma virus (HPV) which can be transmitted through many forms of sexual activity, so lesbian and bisexual women are not immune. The test is quick and painless; see nhs.uk for details, and get in touch with your GP if you think you’ve missed your invitation. True Or False? Parents have shorter life expectancies. False, according to Swedish researchers, who say men and women who’ve had children live almost two years longer, probably because close-knit families can provide additional emotional and practical support.…

• Katherine Roberts, a chartered physiotherapist specialising in occupational health and ergonomics (working-health.co.uk), reveals how she boosts her wellbeing: What's your favourite remedy? Because keeping people moving and active is at the core of everything I do, I find many people with age-related degenerative conditions respond well to fish oils, glucosamine and chondroitin. So, although I try to eat fish twice a week, I still take a supplement as it’s so good for joint health. What's your favourite meal? Sea bass or sea bream with local vegetables and crusty bread. My superhero veg is curly kale; delicious, cheap, full of iron, folate, vitamins, manganese and copper. I also love the Mediterranean diet – tomatoes, olives, aubergines and peppers, especially when flavoured with fresh basil. How do you stay fit and…

Where I went Northern Ireland’s capital city suffered greatly during the sectarian ‘Troubles’, but following the Peace Process it has undergone extensive regeneration and is now a great cultural and economic destination. What I did My friends and I took a red bus tour around the city, and enjoyed seeing the famous murals and the ‘peace walls’, which separate the Protestant and Catholic areas. Learning more about the city’s history was absolutely fascinating. In the evening, we headed out for a drink at the Dirty Onion pub (thedirtyonion.com), where we listened to live traditional Irish music. Where I stayed I was visiting a friend for the weekend, but there are plenty of hotels to choose from in Belfast city centre – see booking.com for options. What I ate On Saturdays…

We’re excited to be introducing lots of brand-new writing workshops this year, which we’re sure you’ll love. Learn how to write in a fun, friendly and supportive atmosphere – we promise you’ll be in good hands with our tutors. There are lots of dates to choose from, too – so book now! About Our Tutors Suzanne Ahern is one of our best-loved serial writers. She’ll share her writing experience and encourage. Della Galton is a novelist, short story writer and journalist with over 30 years’ experience. Alison Chisholm has had over 800 poems published, or broadcast on TV and radio. She’s taught how to write poetry for over 25 years . Monday 15 May BEGINNERS' POETRY WRITING WORKSHOP With Alison Chisholm We’ll look at all the techniques for…

Dame Joan Collins (14 March) is right; it is never too late to achieve what you want. When I was younger, I was academic and practical but I was also creative. I expressed an interest in a design career but my school careers office discouraged me. Instead, I pursued a politics and philosophy honours degree, later enjoying a career in management. But I always wanted more. After winning several knitwear design competitions I was given the chance to work freelance. Now, aged 50-plus, I have my dream job, and others can, too! C Fletcher, Basildon, Essex • Well, we can only agree there are few better outlets for creativity than knitting! We enjoy hearing from you, so do get in touch if you have something to say…

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Diane Frankel, 52 Tell us about your look… I normally wear dark colours, but I found this coat in Topshop and thought I’d give yellow a try! I’ve had lots of compliments. Today I'm wearing a top and trousers from Cos. My white leather trainers are by Vagabond and my bag is by Chloe. And the best bit of your body? My nails. I love a good manicure! Christine McCann, 69 Tell us about your look… I rarely wear trousers as I find skirts more comfy. This one was a bargain in the sale at M&S and my knit top is from there too. My cardigan-style coat came from Tu at Sainsbury’s. My shoes and bag are both New Look, and I’ve had my choker for years! And the best…

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Meet the Knitting & Crochet team We’ve some brand-new knitting & crochet workshops this year, which we’re sure you’ll love. Learn how to crochet and expand your other skills within a friendly and supportive atmosphere – with our tutors you’ll be in good hands. There are lots of dates to choose from and, with our wider than ever selection of workshops, you could even book for more than one day – you won’t want to miss out, so do book now. Friday 23 June – £79 LEARN TO CROCHET (FOR THE BEGINNER) This jam-packed day is a start-to-finish introduction to crochet for those who have never held a crochet hook before, or those who’ve tried but would like to check their technique or have a refresher. Join our experts for…

• When buying climbers and shrubs, it’s always worthwhile investing in named varieties, even though they are more expensive, as they’re specially raised for their superior flowering potential. • Put in runner bean supports. Plants climb with twining tendrils and will grasp on to supports as tightly as a baby’s fist, so make sure the canes are firmly in place. • Remove dead and faded foliage from house and conservatory plants. Clean the leaves with a damp sponge – especially before using a leaf shine on glossy-leaved plants. Check the undersides of the leaves and shoots for signs of pests and diseases, and treat them as necessary.…

1 Watch Out For Fruit Teas They might appear healthy, but did you know that some fruit teas could be three times more damaging to teeth than orange juice? That's the finding of research by the University of Bristol Dental School, which found the acid levels of lemon, raspberry and blackcurrant teas were particularly damaging to enamel, the protective layer of your teeth. ‘Drink a glass of water after fruit tea to rinse away acids,' says Dr Uchenna Okoye, clinical director of London Smiling Dental Group ( londonsmiling.com ). 2 Anti-Age Your Gums ‘Your gums may recede (shrink back) as you get older, making your teeth sensitive,’ says Dr Nigel Carter, of the Oral Health Foundation (dentalhealth.org). To help keep gums healthy, don’t scrub up and down when…

Ask her why she feels like this Q I have three children. They’re now in their twenties and all doing well. The middle one struggled a bit to get going at school and developed later than the others. She’s a very gifted musician and is less traditionally academic than the others; she’s always felt inferior to the other two. She’s just landed a fantastic job and when I said how well she’d done, she replied, ‘No need to make a big deal of it; you wouldn’t with the others.’ I don’t know what to do to make it right. We always thought she was as special as the other two. Hilary, St Albans A I’m not sure that we can always make things right. In her world, she…

Pompeii, Capri And The Bay Of Naples Departures until November 2017. Price includes: • Return flights, taxes and transfers • Seven nights in a three- or four-star Sorrento hotel with half board • Visits to Sorrento, Capri, Pompeii, the Amalfi Coast and Ravello • Escorted by an experienced tour manager Dubrovnik, the Dalmatian Coast and Montenegro Departures until October 2017. Price includes: • Return flights, taxes and transfers • Seven nights in three- and four-star hotels with half board • Visits to Dubrovnik, Mostar and Split • Escorted by an experienced tour manager Iceland Departures up to September 2017. Price includes: • Return flights, taxes and transfers • Four nights in a three- or four-star hotel with breakfast • Visits to Reykjavik, Eyjafjallajokull volcano and the Blue Lagoon, plus a…

Mr Beasley is a Grade-A, top-of–the-range gentleman Regular readers will vouch for the fact that Mr Dear is a mild-mannered man. He is rarely known to shout, or go red in the face, or throw things at the TV when the news is on. When Rudyard Kipling mentioned the benefits of meeting triumph and disaster just the same, he might well have been writing young Mr Dear’s school report. In fact, there was only one thing that even raised him to the level of ‘ever so slightly cross’ and that was when he caught the children lazing about. ‘Go out and do something,’ he would say. ‘It doesn’t matter what it is. The more things you do, the more chance there is that interesting things will happen to you.’ This…