Innholdsfortegnelse for 02-Jul-2019 i Woman's Weekly

On pages 40-41 in this issue we’ve rounded up our top 10 labour-saving gadgets. So I thought I would tally up how many of these innovations we have at home. I was shocked when I realised  that as a tech-loving family that we had just one item – the vacuum cleaner! Every summer I promise myself a swanky upright fan in readiness for the promised heatwave. And then something more interesting comes along to spend my money on. But now I’ve seen the one in our feature that costs under £100, I may just head off to my local Argos this weekend. Or I may just dust off last year’s old fans and spray myself with water to cool down!…

Haddock, egg and broad bean bowl A lighter take on a fish breakfast or brunch. SERVES 6 TO 8 (STARTER) OR 4 (MAIN) ✿ 500g (1lb 2oz) frozen broad beans ✿ 200g (7oz) smoked haddock fillet ✿ 4 medium eggs, at room temperature ✿ 2 fat spring onions ✿ 2 packs flat leaf parsley ✿ Small bunch chives ✿ 3tbsp olive oil ✿1tbsp lemon juice 1 Blanch the broad beans then drain, cool and skin. 2 Cut the fish up to fit into the pan. Cover with boiling water and simmer for 2 to 3 mins. When cool, skin and bone the fish, breaking the flesh into large, flaky pieces. 3 Boil the eggs for 4 mins and cool under running water. Peel and chop 3 eggs and quarter the…

Migraine affects around 1 in every 5 women but fewer men, usually starting in the teens but less common after the menopause. There is often a family history. Some people experience an ‘aura’ of flashing lights or symptoms such as tingling, numbness, dizziness and difficulty speaking or saying the correct word. Rarely people lose consciousness. Less often, aura can occur without a subsequent headache – known as ‘silent migraine’. ‘Abdominal migraine’, common in younger children but rare in adults, is characterised by central abdominal pain and associated nausea. The causes The exact cause is unknown, but is probably the result of temporary changes in brain chemicals, nerves and blood vessels. Migraine triggers can include hormone changes such as starting your period, stress, tiredness, certain foods or drinks and bright sunlight.…

Our bodies have within them a medicine chest full of things to help us manage pain. Obviously when it comes to chronic pain, recovering from an accident or operation over four to six weeks, then that is very well managed with opiate drugs. But when it comes to ongoing, persistent pain – where the original cause has gone (a mended broken bone, for example) – the brain gets itself into a habit around the pain messages. That’s when a kind of post-traumatic element kicks in – a fear around the injury which maintains the pain. MANAGEMENT Drugs and surgery won’t work for that – what you need instead is a range of stress management techniques to get you moving and pain free. Because the pain isn’t linked to an injury,…

Your queries answered Q I’ve got a pension with a company that I worked for some years ago. They’ve written to me saying that if I transfer out of the scheme, they’ll pay me extra on top of what it’s currently worth. The extra money seems like quite a good deal, but I’m wondering if there’s a catch. A It sounds like you’ve got what’s called a defined benefit pension – these are the gold standard, because they give you a set percentage of your previous salary for the whole of your life, unlike most pensions where the payout depends on how investments have performed, and in some cases that payment rises each year to take account of inflation. Defined benefit schemes are rare these days, as greater average life…

Lola Mealha-Hall, 41 Tell us about your look… I love vintage clothes. I shop in markets, antique fairs and charity shops, online sites and eBay. I found this dress in a market. My raffia bag is Mango and my espadrilles are H&M. My jewellery’s vintage, of course! And the best bit of your body? I’ve nearly lost all the weight I gained after having my baby, and I like my defined muscles! Jackie Wilkie, 67 Tell us about your look… I like clothes that are loose and easy to wear. I love relaxed layers – long dresses, tunic tops and floaty trousers – especially in natural fabrics, such as linen and cotton. This hat is from Sainsbury’s. I found my layered dress on the internet for £15 about two years…

…Book Ludovico Einaudi The Italian pianist and composer has 50 global tour dates planned throughout 2019, including cities from Brussels to California. Luckily, he has some UK stops planned (31 July-2 November), including London, Birmingham and Edinburgh. ✿ Visit ludovicoeinaudi.com …Watch Kynren: An Epic Tale of England Every Saturday night until 14 September, this outdoor theatre spectacular in County Durham takes you through history – as seen by Arthur, the son of a mining family – from the fog of war to the heat of industry, Romans to Victorians. Expect lavish pageantry, amazing stunts, special effects and pyrotechnics. ✿ Visit kynren.com …Explore Yorkshire Dales Food & Drink Festival Watch demos by celeb foodies such as Mary Berry and the Hairy Bikers, enjoy workshops and masterclasses, a vintage funfair and more!…

A healthy, well-balanced diet is crucial for emotional wellbeing. There’s no such thing as an overnight-cure superfood but certain foods can affect how we feel. ‘Research shows that a healthy diet can have a big impact on mood,’ explains Emer O’Neill, from the Depression Alliance. Conversely, junk food and alcohol can increase levels of anxiety and depression. Try to include: ✿ Salmon High in tryptophan, which your body uses to make serotonin. Spinach, eggs and turkey are good sources, too. Salmon is also rich in brain-boosting omegas 3 and 6. ✿ Bananas A top tryptophan food, also high in carbohydrate and  vitamin B6 which boosts absorption of and conversion to those feelgood brain chemicals. ✿ Brazil nuts One of the best sources of selenium, low levels of which studies have…

I’ve been sailing the seven seas of wine throughout my career, hunting out the latest gems, the little-known producers and the great-value bottles to get every glass in Britain brimming with good cheer. But since I launched my Glass House wine bars with P&O Cruises 10 years ago, the world of wine – and cruising – has changed dramatically. However, my life serving customers at sea has brought more fun and surprises than I could ever have imagined. Of course there’s the surprising glory of having a bar with an ever-changing view, from the fjords to the Caribbean. But some of the adventures I’ve had on board have blown my mind. Take the time when Ronnie Corbett strolled into The Glass House and we spent the entire afternoon sipping glorious…

In the early 1950s, magazines for girls were hugely popular - back then few families had a television or phone, so a weekly comic was something special to look forward to. There was the delicious sense of anticipation in meeting all your favourite characters, having a cheeky laugh at children getting the better of adults, reading letters from girls of your own age, and maybe even receiving a free gift such as a ring or bracelet. Typically, stories revolved around school life (particularly boarding-school life), glamorous ballet and circus stars, lonesome orphans and animals, especially horses and dogs. There were also likely to be crafts, recipes, competitions and puzzles. With the coming of the Swinging Sixties, though, things began to change. More TV related features and picture-strips began to appear,…

✿ Keep a regular diary to check if a specific trigger is the cause. Avoiding this trigger may help reduce your frequency of migraines. ✿ It helps to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise, sleep and meals, ensuring you stay well hydrated and limiting caffeine and alcohol intake. ✿ See your pharmacist or GP to get Triptan-type medication, which will stop it becoming a full-blown attack. ✿ Your GP can discuss preventative medication, or refer you to a specialist if they are concerned about some rarer types that are managed differently.…

Are they hers to take? Q My daughter often travels for work and she always has hotel soaps and shower gels in her spare bathroom. I’m uncomfortable using them as it feels like handling stolen property. If she didn’t use them why not leave them in the hotel? She says they’d be thrown away otherwise. I’m not so sure. I don’t see her as a thief. Stephanie, Wirral A Many hotels do have a policy of not using products that have been in guests’ bathroom even if they haven’t been opened. The main reason for this is hygiene. On the one hand, your daughter is right: they’ll be binned. On the other, they aren’t hers to take in the first place so it’s a difficult dilemma. There is a different…

Food lovers If you like a little tipple of whisky, visit the Talisker Distillery. It’s open all year round, and with a number of different tours, you can choose the best way to enjoy that alluring, full-bodied single malt. We suggest it’s while looking out over the breathtaking Cuillin mountains. Tranquil travellers Duisdale House on the Sleat Peninsula is a luxury boutique with 18 bedrooms, fine-dining restaurant and plenty of history. Rooms at this former hunting lodge start from £104 for two people sharing. Visit duisdale.com; 01471 833202.…

1 USE COFFEE PODS? Check out Aldi’s own-brands. In a blind testing by Which?, three out of four testers said they were as good as Nescafé’s. You could save up to £182 a year. 2 PREBOOK AIRPORT PARKING Book early to get the best deals – even doing it the day before can be as much as 50% cheaper than just turning up. 3 FANCY A SUMMER CITY BREAK? Universities rent student rooms in the holidays in city locations for as little as £30 for a single and £70 for a double. Book online at universityrooms.co.uk or call the university.…

The Other Boleyn Girl by Philippa Gregory (£8.99, PB, HarperCollins) Not only did the Tudor era change England, the real-life dramas in the royal family were compelling to say the least. So, when Philippa Gregory first wrote this epic tale about the less illustrious Boleyn sister, it captured our imaginations. Mary Boleyn catches the eye of King Henry VIII, not realising she is just a pawn in the plots of her family. And despite her ‘royal fling’ with the king, it is Anne who draws his attentions. But there is someone who is willing to offer the kindhearted sister a life away from court... Our verdict Philippa Gregory is a master of historical fiction and it’s no wonder this astounding novel of the other Boleyn sister achieved phenomenal success. It’s…

Aries 21 Mar – 20 Apr You may be feeling quite restless. Give yourself permission to explore something that interests you. Taurus 21 Apr – 21 May It’s a great time for a fresh look at your finances. Recycle possessions you no longer use while you’re at it. Gemini 22 May – 21 Jun You may be considering a new image, something that revitalises the way you feel about yourself. Cancer 22 Jun – 23 Jul Tackle a challenging situation. Try to think outside the box and come up with some innovative ideas. Leo 24 Jul – 23 Aug Your social life is under favourable stars this week. It’s important to mix with a different crowd. Virgo24 Aug – 23 Sep Health and healing are the focus right now. See…

Rosie,’ said Maureen, who is the newish lady in our charity shop. ‘Come quickly – you are never going to believe this.’ She was mistaken, of course. It’s well known that I’ll believe anything. I believed my daughter, Rachel, when she said that the bottles of wine hidden in the back of her wardrobe when she was 15 were being stashed as a favour to a friend, whose mother was fanatically anti-alcohol. I believed that eight out of 10 cats preferred Whiskas. I started to explain this to Maureen, but she didn’t seem at all interested, especially in eight out of 10 cats (‘Yes, ladies, one out of 10 women called Maureen will go quite red in the face if you start waffling on, while they’ve got something important to…

Margaret Stephenson, 1956 Sent in by her daughter Rachel Lamb My mum bought her distinctive California Cottons white dress, with its thin black stripes, in Leeds for £4. The black bow was her own. She usually wore rosebud-red fabric earrings with the frock, and often dressed up in it to go to the Saturday night ‘hops’ at Leeds University Students’ Union. 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.…

Antiques expert Caroline Hawley Epitomising the Art Nouveau period, this lidded glass powder bowl was made around 1903 by Daum Frères in Nancy, France. It uses a variety of techniques, including a method of grinding the glass known as martelé (hammered) for the base. The flowers and seed pods are formed using cameo glass. Layers of coloured glass are fused together, then cut through to reveal the glass beneath. This piece, signed Daum Nancy, is estimated to sell at auction for £2,000-£3,000.  This cut-glass jar with a silver lid is a ‘hair tidy’ – used to put hair in when cleaning the hairbrush. The glass base is in a style often referred to as hobnail cut. The top, which is in very good condition, is silver and hallmarked in Birmingham…

Amanda Barrie has been one of the most well-known faces in TV and film since she starred in Carry On Cleo in 1964. ‘I don’t look young – I have good days and bad’ The 83-year-old actress later went on to enjoy a 20-year stint on Coronation Street as Alma Sedgewick, took part in BBC1’s travel series, The Real Marigold  Hotel, and, in 2018, she even became one of the oldest contestants ever to feature on Celebrity Big Brother. As we sit down for a chat with Amanda, she’s just returned from two weeks on a narrow boat with fellow Carry On star Anita Harris, former EastEnders actor Shaun Williamson, former Deputy Prime Minister Lord John Prescott and journalist Michael Buerk, for Channel 5 show Celebrity 5 Go Barging. And…

1 Stop and rest If you twist your ankle but can still walk, it’s likely to be a sprain, not a fracture. Immediately stop any activity to rest the leg. 2 Apply an ice pack Hold the ice pack onto the painful area, or if you haven’t got an ice pack, try using a pack of frozen vegetables wrapped in a towel. 3 Use a bandage Wrap a compression bandage around the ankle to hold and support it. Then, elevate the leg on a stool or pillow to help prevent swelling. 4 Get support Recurrent twists can take weeks to recover, as the soft tissue has been torn, so protect the ankle by wearing a support bandage.…

I am 51 and recently separated from my husband. I’m bored in my job and there’s nowhere else I can go in the company. I could move and do the same thing elsewhere, but I really don’t want to. I’m wondering about starting my own business. I’m sure it must be better than what I’m doing now. Linda, London Like everything, starting your own business has its pros and cons. The positive is that you no longer work for someone else and you can create a role that you really enjoy. The downside is that you have to do it all and there’s no guaranteed wage packet at the end of the month. I’ve posed a few questions for you to think about to help clarify your thoughts… ✿ What…

MEASUREMENTS Cushion: 38cm/15in square to fit a 40cm/15¾in cushion pad. Throw: 114cm/45in square. MATERIALS Duck Egg Cushion: 2 x 100g (295m) balls of Stylecraft Special DK (100% acrylic) in Duck Egg (1820); 1 x 100g ball in Pale Grey (Silver 1203); 1 x 100g ball in Pink (Fuchsia Purple 1827); 40cm cushion pad. Duck Egg Throw: 7 x 100g balls in Duck Egg (1820); 2 x 100g balls in Pale Grey (Silver 1203); 1 x 100g ball in Pink (Fuchsia Purple 1827). Pink Cushion: 2 x 100g balls in Pink (Fuchsia Purple 1827); 1 x 100g ball in Grey (Graphite 1063); 1 x 100g ball in Cream (1005); 40cm cushion pad. Pink Throw: 6 x 100g balls in Pink (Fuchsia Purple 1827); 2 x 100g balls in Grey (Graphite 1063);…

Those People by Louise Candlish (£12.99, HB, Simon & Schuster) From the author of Our House comes another disturbing, domestic thriller. Lowland Way is a suburban paradise, and its residents are very proud of it – until Darren and Jodie move in with their decrepit cars and loud music. As things get hostile, a horrific accident shocks the street, and everyone has something to hide. Well-plotted, it’s sure to be another hit for this masterful storyteller. Her Husband’s Mistake by Sheila O’Flanagan (£18.99, HB, Headline) Bringing her own flair to the tale of a wife and mother re-finding her potential, Sheila O’Flanagan will have you rooting for her heroine. Roxy and David have been married for 20 years, but when Roxy comes home early and catches Dave with a neighbour,…