Innholdsfortegnelse for 21-May-2019 i Woman's Weekly

I was delighted to be able to get out in the garden last weekend for the first time this year. It did me the power of good to get back to basics – pulling up weeds, emptying old pots and clearing away dead leaves. I’d forgotten that special feel-good factor that being outdoors brings after spending so long cooped up indoors. I’ve now started thinking about how I’d like our (very small) space to look this summer. Every year I just can’t resist buying armfuls of vibrant red geraniums, which create such a Mediterranean feel. Last year I added French marigolds and lots of lavender. I’d love to hear your recommendations! Royal gardens Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge has teamed up with the RHS to help design a family garden, see…

YOU WILL NEED 1 WRAP SOME WIRE  around the rims of the jars several times and create hanging loops by twisting the wire and securing in place. 2 COVER THE WIRE  wrappings with a length of ribbon and tie at the back of the jars. 3 HALF-FILL THE JARS  with water and a couple of drops of citronella essential oil. Add fresh lemon peel and rosemary sprigs to keep the water clear and stir the ingredients together. 4 PLACE A FLOATING  candle on top of the water and light to keep your outdoor area mozzie-free.…

One hour’s cycling adds a year to your life. That’s the finding of Cambridge University’s Professor of Risk, David Spiegelhalter, and supports previous research that suggests middle-aged cyclists have a life expectancy two years above the norm. Recent studies show it can also hold back ageing and boost the immune system. Scientists at the University of Birmingham found cyclists preserved muscle mass and strength with age, while maintaining stable levels of body fat and cholesterol. They also produced more immune cells – numbers of which start to drop in your 20s usually. The beauty of cycling is that it’s a ‘stealth’ exercise, says Dr Melanie Wynne-Jones: ‘You can integrate it into your life as part of your movement, like running errands, so you’re more likely to keep it up.’ Regular…

Saddle height: The wrong height can make pedalling harder and knee injuries more likely. The height should be 109% of your inseam length – that’s the measurement from your crotch to the floor. Saddle position: Keep it completely flat, so you don’t slide forwards or backwards – causing inefficient pedalling or even possible injury. Handlebar height: For general leisure cycling, handlebar height should be about the same as saddle height. You may want to lower it slightly if you’re after a more aerodynamic position. When holding your handlebars, your back shouldn’t be hunched or bent, and your arms should be just slightly bent. A sore neck and shoulders after riding are a sign of incorrect height. Tyres: Always check your tyre pressure before you head out. Under-inflated tyres will result…

It’s May! For many that means the smell of freshly cut grass drifting into the house, longer nights and the possibility of a glass of wine in a pub garden. It’s a drifty, dreamy, hopeful month. Except if anyone in your family is doing IMPORTANT EXAMS!! Yes, I felt the capitals and the exclamation marks were absolutely necessary. I can’t emphasise this horror enough. The thousands of parents – and grandparents – tasked with supporting them who are in the same boat will understand. My son is taking his A-levels this summer. I’m lucky – he’s pretty sensible and organised (sexist alert: I feel the need to add, ‘for a boy’ but all mothers of boys will get that). The grades he needs to go to the uni he wants…

Silver sparkler Grey hair looks fabulous when it shines, but environmental pollution and washing in hard water can cause dullness and yellowing. Instead of pricey detox treatments, try adding a few tablespoons of apple cider vinegar to a 500ml bottle of water, pour it over clean wet hair, then rinse after a couple of minutes. The low pH of the acid deeply clarifies build-up and strengthens your hair’s acid mantle, which helps the cuticle lie flat, to encourage shine. Frizz fighter Hair oils are great frizz-busters, but it’s easy to go too far and weigh hair down. Keep control by pumping a little oil onto your palm, spread it around, then sweep a bristle brush through the oil, and smooth through hair. Try Percy & Reed Smoothed, Sealed & Sensational…

You may not realise you have haemochromatosis (HC) until you’re middle-aged, because the symptoms take years to develop – and losing iron during periods slows it down for women. It’s caused by a double dose of abnormal gene variants (one from each parent), and triggers a progressive build-up of iron in the liver and other body organs, that can lead to serious damage. New research from the UK Biobank suggests that a double dose of the genetic mutation HFE C282Y may harm up to one in 20 affected women, and one in 10 affected men, many more than previously thought. Occasionally iron overload has other causes, such as liver disease, kidney dialysis, frequent blood transfusions, or overdoing iron supplements. The symptoms These usually start with chronic fatigue and weakness, joint…

Jenny Martin, 32 Tell us about your look… I think I have a pathological love of green! At the moment, it’s quite a big trend, so I’m in luck. My sweater is cashmere from Uniqlo, so not too expensive. My satin bias-cut skirt is from Topshop. My bag is by ASOS (it’s from their Made In Kenya collection, which helps local communities) and my pumps are Echo. I also like wearing skinny jeans and must admit to a huge jumper collection! I love jewellery – particularly by Carrie Elizabeth, who makes gorgeous, delicate pendants and earrings. And the best bit of your body? I like my décolletage. Genevieve Hackett, 70 Tell us about your look… My outfit depends on what I’m doing. Today, I’m browsing the shops, so I’ve gone…

...Visit Kew Gardens A new garden designed for children from 2 to 12 is opening on 18 May. Based in a natural setting the size of 40 tennis courts, children will be able to explore all the things plants need to grow – earth, air, sun and water – plus take on a 4m-high canopy walk. ✿ Visit kew.org to book tickets online ...Explore The Lost Gardens of Heligan A new path within its iconic subtropical Jungle (still the only outdoor jungle in the UK) has opened this month. For the first time since the Victorian era, garden visitors will be able to walk under the Jungle’s enormous historic tree ferns. ✿ Visit heligan.com ...Book Westlife – The Twenty Tour Celebrating 20 years since their debut single hit the No1 spot,…

‘It was groundbreaking at the time’ Dame Helen Mirren’s mantelpiece may be littered with numerous acting trophies – she won the Academy Award for Best Actress in 2007 for her portrayal of Queen Elizabeth II in The Queen, as well as Olivier and Tony awards for the same role in The Audience – but as we sit down to chat with her, it’s immediately  clear why she is loved so much by fans and peers alike. The 73-year-old actress’ ability to laugh at herself, and remain unaffected by her global fame, is obvious throughout our chat – she even discourages us from calling her Dame Helen, the title she was awarded by the Queen in 2003. ‘Helen is quite enough,’ she says. One of our hardest-working actresses, Helen has had…

Sometimes, Louise felt as if her life were a game of Jenga. One brick too many and the perfect tomorrow she’d built up in her head before falling into bed exhausted the previous night would come crashing down. Right now she was cutting the crusts off Abigail’s sandwiches for her school lunch. For the last three weeks, her preferred shape had been triangles. Triangles were easy, as were squares. Circles not so much. Try cutting through sourdough with a pastry cutter! And it had to be sourdough. Louise would have considered it a dereliction of her parental duty to feed her children anything else and her children had become surprisingly fussy. She should have ticked off breakfast seven minutes ago Between making up Abigail’s packed lunch, she was supervising Jack’s…

November 1918: Daily News reports Met is recruiting Women Patrols. Must be 35-38, 5ft 4in, unmarried, no children, legible writing, physically fit. February 1919: First women begin patrolling. May 1919: First uniforms worn. 1923: Given power of arrest. 1946: Marriage bar removed. 1974: Women police officers win equal pay. 1986: Women issued with shorter truncheons. 1990: W removed from WPC. 1991: First woman joins the Firearms Unit. April 2017: Cressida Dick appointed first female Commissioner of the Met.…

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1 Sit or lie where movement is least Look at the horizon, close eyes, listen to music or sleep. Take gentle, slow breaths of fresh air, if possible. 2 Watch what you eat and drink Have a light, starchy meal well before travel. Avoid overeating, spicy foods and alcohol. A ginger biscuit or ginger tea can help nausea. Sip water. 3 Try using acupressure Buy wrist bands or anti-sickness pills, such as hyoscine or antihistamines from your pharmacist. Be aware they may make you feel drowsy if you plan to drive. 4 See your GP They can prescribe stronger patches or soluble tablets to combat sickness. Take medication before you travel if you know that you’ll suffer.…

Is it wrong to sleep in separate beds? Q My husband snores loudly and I can’t sleep. We decided a few months ago it would be better to sleep separately. A friend recently stayed and was appalled, saying I was setting myself up for him to have an affair. I don’t think that will happen but it worried me. Jane, Manchester AI think that’s a pretty silly thing for her to say! If you and your husband are happy with the arrangement and you both feel you’re able to be as intimate as you want (it differs with all couples), then there’s absolutely no reason why he should suddenly be looking for an extramarital relationship. This is her problem, not yours, and I wouldn’t give it another thought. Getting enough…

1 Create a potting area for sowing seeds, pricking out seedlings, potting on and filling containers together. 2 Grow easy plants that look impressive, such as sunflowers. They’re edible, too – the petals will look very pretty on salads or garnishing sandwiches, while the seeds make lovely healthy snacks. 3 Incorporate interactive elements that are easy to maintain, such as stepping stones and logs for children to clamber over or balance on. 4 Grow a variety of edible plants, from nasturtiums and marigolds to tomatoes, runner beans and wild strawberries. 5 Leave an area of the garden unplanted and create a log pile, so children can discover how many types of insects make it their home. 6 Short on space? Incorporate containers – try making them from recycled materials, create…

You need a head for heights if you plan to ride the Santa Justa elevator in Lisbon’s historic centre. Built in the 19th century by a pupil of Gustave Eiffel, this eye-catching lift whisks visitors from pavement level to a covered walkway leading into the lofty Chiado district. But for the full-on cityscape, you need to take a narrow spiral staircase to the rooftop platform. Here the circular view takes in the angular street grid of the Baixa district below, the hilltop castle opposite, and the broad span of the Tejo river. This is iconic Lisbon at its very best. But not every viewpoint in this undulating city requires vertigo immunity. Built on seven hills, the Portuguese capital offers many less challenging panoramas. Summer temperatures in Lisbon can top 40…

In-season signs Q How can I tell when my dog is in season? A You’ll want to know when your female dog is in season to avoid unwanted pregnancy (or to mate her). A responsible owner will also want to avoid causing problems for owners of male dogs, too. The most visible signs will be that the dog’s vulva will swell, and it will bleed. The dog may appear more fidgety and her appetite may vary. Male dogs are likely to start showing more interest. If you don’t intend to breed, I would advise having your dog neutered. It can make her less likely to suffer from various diseases in later life. Your vet will be happy to discuss the options. Stinky pup Q Our dog smells awful. What can…

The Blessed Child by Rosie Goodwin (£7.99, PB, Zaffre Publishing) The grim realities of poverty hit hard when Nessie’s mother is murdered and she’s left to care for her family. But Nessie has a dauntless spirit and manages to make a difference to society’s poorest outcasts, while cherishing a hopeless love for a young doctor. Meanwhile, Nessie’s selfish younger sister has a very different set of priorities… An engaging drama with powerful storylines. If You Could Go Anywhere by Paige Toon (£7.99, PB, Simon & Schuster) A title with ‘summer must-read’ written all over it! Angie has never left Australia, but when her grandmother passes away she decides to see the world. Preparing to leave, she discovers a letter from the father she never knew, setting her on a new…

Aries 21 Mar – 20 Apr You may need to make decisions quickly this week. Don’t allow yourself to be pushed around. Taurus 21 Apr – 21 May It’s a good time to pamper yourself and to do something that’s nurturing for your body and soul. Gemini 22 May – 21 Jun Money may come and go. Trust that everything’s in order and you’ll generate more when you need it. Cancer 22 Jun – 23 Jul This is the week to go beyond your comfort zone. If you’ve been procrastinating, take action! Leo 24 Jul – 23 Aug Think carefully before you take on any more responsibilities. You’re only just managing what you have. Virgo 24 Aug – 23 Sep Make space for something new. Clean, declutter, recycle and gain…

✿ASPARAGUS FERN These lacy plants (Asparagus setaceus) belong to the lily family. The kitchen is an ideal spot for them as they don’t like direct light, but will turn yellow if they don’t get enough light. Keep them moist in the growing season by misting and feed every month in spring and summer. ✿ SWEETHEART VINE This pretty trailing vine (Ceropegia linearis woodii) produces small pink tubular blooms in late summer. It thrives in humid conditions and likes light, but will tolerate shade and fluctuating temperatures. Grow in 50:50 potting compost and perlite, and feed once a fortnight in spring and summer. ✿ LEOPARD LILY Beautifully variegated, this lush plant (Dieffenbachia seguine) will look fabulous in a living room. Place it near an east- or west-facing window out of direct,…

Dorothy Roebuck, 1950 This is my husband and I on holiday in Blackpool. I wore a blue and white print dress with a blue cardigan and red ankle-strap sandals, which were very fashionable at the time. We have been married for 64 years. We’d love to see how great you looked in any era up to and including the 1980s. Please send a good-quality photo with your name, address and daytime phone number clearly written on the back, to: Fashion Dept, Woman’s Weekly, 161 Marsh Wall, London E14 9AP. Photos will be returned.…

Overdone your dinner? Just sprinkle some salt over  your burnt pans or spoilt food to reduce any unpleasant smells. If someone hasn’t used a coaster and has marked your coffee table, use a hairdryer on it before wiping the area with a tiny amount of olive oil. Have your plastic food tubs seen one too many leftover dinners, and are they smelly or stained? You don’t need to replace them, simply treat them to a night at the spa. Soak them in the sink overnight in warm water with a spoonful of baking soda, and the next day, after a rinse, they’ll look and smell new again.…

Find your way Blubel (£79 from cycle shops and blubel.co) is essentially satnav for your bike. It’s a Bluetoothconnected bicycle bell that supplies simplified directions through the bell’s LED design, so you don’t have to worry about getting lost or trying to follow directions on your phone. Keep comfortable These cycle shorts include an ergonomic foam pad for comfort and to absorb vibrations, and flat seams to stop chaffing. Triban RC 500 cycling shorts, £17.99, Decathalon (decathlon.co.uk). Take it easy E-bikes aren’t cheap, but they could be a great way to get you out there if you live in a hilly area. The Motus Grand Tour Low Step, £2,200 from Raleigh (raleigh.co.uk), has a 400WH battery, giving you 110 miles’ cycling (using the battery for assistance) on a single charge.…

Ever since she was a child, Marney Chestnutt of Spalding, Lincolnshire, had been fascinated by mountains. It started with a family holiday to her father’s birthplace in Northern Ireland. ‘We’d often go there and the scenery was fantastic. I was always the one who wanted to go for a long walk,’ she recalls. ‘My mum wasn’t particularly sporty, though, so we rarely did. ‘Since then, whenever I’ve gone for walks, if there was a hill I always had to climb it; I relished the challenge. Looking back down at how far I’d come felt fantastic.’ Never too late But as work and family life took over, Marney’s passion for walking took a back seat. She focused on her job as an arts administrator and raising her children, Milly, who was…

Mexican barbecue side of salmon Serve the salmon with a black-bean salsa and ripe avocados with lime juice. SERVES 8-10 ✿ 1 large side of salmon ✿ 250g (9oz) cherry tomatoes, halved ✿ A large handful oregano leaves For the chipotle barbecue sauce: ✿ 2 shallots, roughly chopped ✿ 10 garlic cloves ✿ 1 green chilli, roughly chopped (add seeds to taste) ✿ 1tbsp fennel seeds ✿ ½tbsp coriander seeds ✿ 1tbsp smoked paprika ✿ Pinch of oregano ✿ Pinch of crushed chipotle ✿ 1tbsp soy sauce ✿ Zest and juice of 2 limes ✿ Juice of 1 orange ✿ 4tbsp tomato purée ✿ 125ml (4fl oz) maple syrup ✿ 1tsp cracked black pepper 1 Preheat oven to 180C/Gas 4. Put all the ingredients for the barbecue sauce in a…

PC Karen Giles has been with the force for 42 years. I joined up in 1976, fuelled by the desire to help people – a cliché, maybe, but I still believe it. Looking back, the world was a very different place. For instance, we used to take fingerprints using ink, a roller and a brass plate on a paper sheet which was sent through to the fingerprint branch. Now we have an electronic system which can identify someone in seconds! Funnily enough, if I had to say there was a downside to life in the Police, it’s been something as mundane as the weather. Standing in the heat/cold/rain at crime scenes or events for hours on end can be a nightmare – you’re either overheated in your ‘MetVest’ or so…

✿ Blood tests. HC is often detected after blood tests (full blood count, iron levels or liver function tests) carried out for other reasons. You’ll need more blood tests to rule out other causes. ✿ Magnetic resonance and/or Fibroscan – to assess the effect on your liver. ✿ A liver biopsy (small sample removed with a local anaesthetic) – can also diagnose other forms of liver disease. ✿ Blood tests and scans to assess whether other body tissues are affected. ✿ Referral to a genetic specialist for counselling and genetic testing. If you have an affected relative, ask about HC testing – the earlier, the better.…

Crystal healing is much more mainstream now than when I started 20 years ago, but I’ve always been drawn to them. First, when I was travelling in my early 20s and when I worked in Morocco, sitting outside a shop with semiprecious stones to entice tourists in. Then, 20 years later when I was at an alternative therapies event, someone was selling them. What’s it all about I wanted to find out more, so I studied them over a series of courses, and now combine crystal healing with hypnotherapy at my London studio (kimalexispsychic. co.uk). I also run one-day workshops for people who want to learn more. Crystals emit an energy that can work on the nervous system. They’ve a vibrational frequency which is used in things such as computers,…

Grow your own essentials Prepare your garden for a plentiful season, weeding around crops, identifying seedlings with labels and watering plants. Kit out your shed with any tools you’ll need over the next couple of months like a cushiony soft kneeler or a weed puller to avoid getting on your knees at all. Sit back and relax After all that hard work, enjoy chilling out in your outdoor space. Invest in sofa-style seating with padded cushions or set up an alfresco dining area with a bistro table and chairs. If you’re spending long stretches in the garden, protect yourself from the sun with a large parasol. And don’t forget the wildlife – bird feeders and bughouses complete a garden. Time for a refresh Out with the old and in with…

MEASUREMENTS To fit chest 51 (56) (61) cm/20 (22) (24) in. Actual measurements 57.5 (64.5) (71.5) cm/22½ (25¼) (28) in. Side seam 20 (23.5) (28) cm/7¾ (9¼) (11) in. Length to shoulder 34.5 (38.5) (43) cm/13½ (15) (17) in. Sleeve seam 22.5 (27) (31) cm/9 (10½) (12) in. MATERIALS 3 (4) (4) 50g (165m) balls of Sirdar Snuggly DK (55% nylon, 45% acrylic) in Blue (Bobbin 479)*. Pair each of 3.25mm (No. 10) and 4mm (No. 8) needles; stitch holders. Yarn is available from theknittingnetwork.co.uk. TENSION 22 stitches and 28 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over stocking stitch, using 4mm needles; 23 stitches and 30 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over pattern, using 4mm needles. ABBREVIATIONS St(s), stitch(es); k, knit; p, purl; ss, stocking st (k on right side and…

1 You need to trust the person who looks after your dog – and your pet needs to like them! 2 Consider your dog’s nature. A sociable pup might enjoy walks in a large group, while another might prefer a smaller group or one-on-one care. 3 Ask other owners for recommendations. 4 Don’t feel bad about asking lots of questions about how they operate day to day – you have a right to know a new carer’s routine. 5 A good daycare will be happy for you to visit and show you around. 6 Make sure the hours, and pick-up and drop-off arrangements, work for you. 7 Check that the carer has suitable insurance and qualifications.…

The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie by Muriel Spark (£7.99, PB, Penguin) The story Before we ever saw the illustrious Dame Maggie Smith as Miss Jean Brodie in the 1969 film, there was a short novel, which was first published in The New Yorker magazine. This story of an unconventional headmistress reveals the dangerous sway Miss Brodie has over the girls at Marcia Blaine Academy. Prioritising her favoured 'Brodie set’ she strives to bring out the best in her students. They do follow her, but in the end, will she be betrayed? Our verdict Charting Miss Brodie’s downfall is both funny and dark, revealing the complications of her character and those of her students. Muriel Spark’s beloved novel is bittersweet and razor sharp.…

If we women have a fault, and for the benefit of male readers I’m admitting nothing, it’s that we can never take yes for an answer. Mrs Dear: ‘I’m not sure about this dress. What do you think?’ Mr Dear: ‘Looks lovely. I can’t see what you’re worried about.’ Mrs D: ‘You’re just saying that to be kind.’ Mr D: ‘Not at all, I really like it. For one thing, it’s very slimming.’ Mrs D: ‘Slimming? So the rest of my clothes make me look fat?’ Mr D: ‘Elegant is more the word. Really suits you.’ Mrs D: ‘Are you sure I’m not too old for this look? I mean, it’s quite short.’ Mr D: ‘Now you’re just being daft. You look gorgeous. Give us a kiss.’ Mrs D: ‘You…