Innholdsfortegnelse for 09-Jul-2019 i Woman's Weekly

My grandfather was both lucky and unlucky. Fighting in the trenches during the First World War, he had the good fortune to get a ‘Blighty’ – though as a result, he carried a piece of shrapnel inside him until the day he died – so unlike many of his comrades, he could build a happy life with my grandmother. Where he was less lucky, however, was being born before we really understood the causes of stroke, which sadly took him away at 74. Like many men of the time he was a heavy smoker, never without his pipe. Happily, we know more about this awful condition today, and the strategies to help avoid it, partly due to the work of the brilliant Stroke Association. Find out more on page 8.…

Angie McDonnell 55 Tell us about your look… Everything I’m wearing came from Dubai and probably didn’t cost more than £20. I have friends there, so I often visit and take an empty suitcase to stock up. There’s a fantastic shopping mall where I go called Dragon Mart, which sells just about everything! And the best bit of your body? My smile and eyes. My friends say I bring happiness, which is lovely. Bunty Gulliford, 76 Tell us about your look… My outfit is nearly all from Laura Ashley – but bought at different times. I like smart/casual separates in classic colours. My bag is a freebie and my shoes are a comfy pair that are good for walking. I bought my hat while on holiday. I’m probably happiest in…

...Enjoy Holmfirth Artweek From 7-13 July, Holmfirth is a hive of creativity, as a range of fantastic events are held in a quirky locations all over the town More than 400 artists combine art, music, comedy, theatre and literature. ✿ Visit holmfirthartweek.org.uk ...Watch Captain Corelli’s Mandolin Catch the stage production of Louis de Bernières’ novel, until 31 August at the Harold Pinter Theatre in the West End. An epic Second World War love story set on a Greek island. ✿ Visit atgtickets.com/ venues/harold-pinter-theatre ... Book ahead Motorhome and Caravan Show Whether you’re looking to get into the leisure vehicle lifestyle or are a seasoned caravanner, this must-visit show (15-20 October) offers endless inspiration where you’ll find exclusive offers. Children 15 and under go free. ✿ Visitthenec.co.uk/whats-on/motorhome-and-caravan-show Important! All contributions to…

Whether it’s fronting Channel 4’s popular property show Location, Location, Location, or showing us how to be crafty in her Handmade shows, Kirstie Allsopp is a perennial TV favourite. When Woman’s Weekly catches up with the 47-year-old presenter, she is in between hectic filming schedules. ‘At weekends, when I am with my boys, it’s their time’ But despite her glittering career on TV as a property guru and craft enthusiast, plus a reasonably well-off family background, Kirstie tells us that she shuns celebrity life, and is happiest just being with her partner, Ben Andersen, and their two children, Bay, 12, and Oscar, 10, as well as her two teenage stepchildren, Hal and Orion. ‘Family is the reason for everything to me,’ she says. ‘You know those families who have people…

Go for a lightweight fabric that’s breezy enough to keep you cool whatever the weather. ✿ Short, cap sleeves will create the illusion of slimmer arms. ✿ Use the built-in belt to highlight your waist and add definition to your shape. ✿ Wide-leg culottes skim over any problem areas, instead putting the focus on the smallest part of your leg Cruise WEDGES WILL GIVE YOU HEIGHT AND STABILITY ON BOARD Beach day A BOLD STRAW BAG WILL WORK FROM BEACH TO BAR Travelling PLANES AND TRAINS CAN BE COLD, SO LAYER UP TO STAY WARM Dinner with friends JAZZ UP YOUR JUMPSUIT WITH SOME EARTHY BRIGHTS…

Portuguese-style beef skewers A mouthwatering flavour combination and perfect for the barbecue. SERVES 6 ✿ 1.2kg (2½lb) rump or top rump For the marinade: ✿ 2tbsp smoked paprika ✿ 1tsp cayenne pepper ✿ 1tbsp cumin ✿ 1tbsp dried oregano ✿ 2tbsp olive oil ✿ 3tbsp red wine vinegar ✿ 3tbsp brown sugar For the sauce: ✿ 6tbsp flat-leaf parsley ✿ 2tbsp fresh oregano ✿ 4tbsp extra virgin olive oil ✿ Juice of 1 lemon For the beans: ✿ 300g (10oz) French beans, trimmed ✿ 1tbsp Dijon mustard ✿ 2tbsp red wine vinegar ✿ 100ml (3½fl oz) extra virgin olive oil 1 Cut the beef into large chunks, trimming off any sinew. Mix the marinade ingredients together and then into the beef. Leave to marinate in the fridge for at least…

Vaginitis or ‘thrush’ is thought to affect 75% of women at some point and is almost always caused by the yeast-like fungus ‘candida’. The spores are present in most people, as ‘commensals’ – one of the many micro-organisms which live harmlessly at low levels on our skin and in body cavities such as the mouth, throat, gut, and vagina. Normally kept in check by our immune system, once they manage to produce thread-like ‘mycelia’ invading the tissue, symptoms occur. The causes Many triggers cause the overgrowth of candida, such as if acidity changes inside the vagina encourages growth, or widespread factors across the body occur such as hormone variation, medicine effects, or immune system changes. Hormone increases, for example in pregnancy or in women who use the combined oral contraceptive…

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How do I become more confident? Q I’ve suffered from psoriasis for many years and I hate the summer. That may sound strong but I dread showing my arms and legs to others and I find it really hard to be hot most of the time. I don’t know how to manage this without it making me feel depressed. Last summer, I took a lot of sick leave and I know I can’t do it again. Name and address withheld A I’m sorry you’ve had to cope with a skin condition that makes you feel uncomfortable and think you need to hide away. I’m sure you’ve seen doctors and done everything you can to alleviate the symptoms. The Psoriasis Association (psoriasis-association.org.uk) may have some ideas as to how you can…

1 MAGIC MULBERRY Voted the RHS Chelsea Plant of the Year in 2017, this compact form of the self-pollinating mulberry ‘Charlotte Russe’ only reaches 1.5m tall instead of the usual 8m or more. It produces fruit on both old and new wood, producing fruit in as little as a year after planting. 2 FANTASTIC FIG Figs benefit from being grown in pots as restricting the root growth leads to shorter plants loaded with fruit. Varieties that grow well in containers include the fully hardy variety ‘Brown Turkey’, the outstanding Bavarian fig ‘Violetta’ and the old French variety ‘Rouge de Bordeaux’. 3 PERFECT PEACH In milder areas of the UK, it’s possible to grow an exotic peach on a sunny, sheltered patio. Look for a self-fertile dwarf variety such as ‘Garden…

MEASUREMENTS To fit bust 81 (86) (91) (97) (102) (107) cm/32 (34) (36) (38) (40) (42) in. Actual measurements 86 (90) (96) (100) (106) (110) cm/34 (35½) (37¾) (39½) (41¾) (43¼) in. Side seam 30 (30.5) (32) (32.5) (34) (34.5) cm/ 11¾ (12) (12½) (12¾) (13¼) (13½) in. Length to shoulder 46.5 (48.5) (50.5) (51.5) (53.5) (54.5) cm/18¼ (19) (19¾) (20¼) (21) (21½) in. Sleeve seam All sizes 14cm/5½in. MATERIALS 6 (6) (6) (7) (7) (7) 50g (180m) balls of King Cole Merino Blend 4ply (100% superwash wool) in Blossom (3295)*. Pair of 2.75mm (No. 12) and 3.25mm (No. 10) knitting needles; 6 buttons. Yarn is available from theknittingnetwork.co.uk. TENSION 28 stitches and 36 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over stocking stitch, using 3.25mm needles. ABBREVIATIONS St(s), stitch(es); k, knit;…

My latest book is set in World War 1 – a time when women had few rights, and duty was everything. Betty Wellow uses a disaster in her village to run away and start a new life. But the past often catches up with people. I research my books by learning about the period I’m setting it in. I then visit the place. My characters soon come to life for me once I’ve grounded them with a back story, which might not even be in the book. Historical details add to the mystery in a story. The historical part should be done with a light hand, just enough to place the reader in the period. My favourite book is Gone With the Wind by Margaret Mitchell. It’s a wonderful book…

Aries 21 Mar – 20 Apr This is a wonderful time for romance. You’re popular and people want to be around you. Taurus 21 Apr – 21 May Sometimes you hold onto stuff beyond the sell-by date. Time for a clear-out. What can you get rid of? Gemini 22 May – 21 Jun Studying, learning, sharing information are under positive aspects for you right now. Cancer 22 Jun – 23 Jul You may be considering moving home or making changes to your environment. Be decisive! Leo 24 Jul – 23 Aug This is a positive time for you on all levels. Think about all the progress you’ve made and walk proud! Virgo24 Aug – 23 Sep Relationships are in the spotlight. You may need to communicate your needs more clearly.…

‘Nick?’ queried Maureen. ‘Who the hell’s Nick?’ The moment has finally come for…oh dear, the word is on the tip of my tongue, which is a fat lot of use because I can’t actually see the tip of my tongue without the aid of a mirror. What I mean is, we are approaching the bit in every drama where suddenly all becomes clear. It’s the bit where Hercule Poirot gathers the suspects in the library then tediously accuses them one by one instead of just calling in the inspector to arrest the poisoner. In this case, it’s the bit where the villain is exposed and finally gets his comeuppance. At least, that was what it looked like when Maureen and I peered out into the street from the sanctuary of…

Eva Allen, 1954 Sent in by her daughter, Miss A Allen This photo of my mother on the left with her friend was taken at a dance. She was wearing a black and lilac silk and lace dress with long gloves. She is now 83. 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.…

Mix 4tbsp baking soda and 1ltr warm water to make a cheap all-purpose cleaner. Use liberally to clean your surfaces and floors. Remove scuffs from wooden furniture with a walnut (without its shell). Rubbed on marks on wooden furniture, floors or banisters, it works a treat. Run your washing machine empty on a hot wash with a cup of white vinegar inside. This will also help remove limescale and mildew, making the machine last longer and clean efficiently.…

‘I love exploring on my own’ Heather Cowper, 56, lives in Bristol with her husband Guy, 58. They have three adult children. They say once you’ve caught the travel bug, it never leaves you – and I couldn’t agree more. As a student, I saved up my wages from my part-time waitressing job to fly to far-flung destinations – from Hong Kong to Kenya. I’d always planned to see more of the world but then life got in the way. I got married to my husband Guy in May 1990, and we had three children. I swapped exotic locations for yearly camping holidays in Europe. But then, in November 2007, when I was 45 years old, a friend of mine told me she was going to Ecuador and asked if…

1 UPCYCLE YOUR EMPTIES Perfume bottles are often as enticing visually as the scent they hold. After that final spritz, give the bottle a fresh purpose as a single-stem vase. You may need to use pliers if the cap doesn’t remove easily, and make sure you rinse it out thoroughly. Or why not turn that old candle glass into a make-up brush holder? Diptyque candles, £47 each, John Lewis & Partners, make the prettiest storage. 2 BIN IT How many of us wash out our shampoo bottles to recycle? So it’s a good idea to keep an extra bin in there for recycling alone. Each bottle from Love Beauty and Planet’s range is made from 100% recycled and recyclable packaging, plus the vegan-friendly formulas are made with sustainably sourced ingredients.…

Obesity and depression in children from the age of seven have been linked by a research study of 17,000 UK children. Mental health issues such as anxiety and low mood are closely linked to obesity and this increases through childhood. Girls with higher BMIs are more affected than boys. The study said that poverty was a likely factor, increasing the risk of both problems, and we need to do more to help young children who are already overweight.…

1 A cold compress Most bites and stings aren’t serious and may be manageable with compresses. If allergic reactions occur, such as breathing problems or swelling, seek urgent help. 2 Remove with care Wasps sting and leave, bee stings stay in your skin and ticks may cling on. Remove stings with tweezers, before washing your skin with soap and water. 3 Treat right Paracetamol or ibuprofen will reduce pain, antihistamines will ease itching and creams such as crotamiton or hydrocortisone may soothe. 4 Prevent if possible Other bugs bite – often to feed on your blood, but are deterred if you cover up outdoors, avoid strong perfumes and apply repellents containing 50% DEET.…

I fell out with my family over 25 years ago. My parents are very religious and I tried to be respectful of their views. But when they started to be rude and refused to talk to my now husband, I’d had enough. I now have three children: my eldest is 21 and just the thought of her not speaking to me makes me feel weak. My parents have never met my children. I think I should probably get in touch, but I don’t know how to approach them and if they’ll be any different. Name and address withheld As we age, we often find our views and values changing. It’s very good that you’re now aware of the effect this must have had on your parents and brave that you…

Keepsake frames These wall art displays are a great way to remember special places or wonderful holidays YOU WILL NEED Time to make: 1 hour ✿ Favourite map ✿ Pencil ✿ Scissors ✿ Blue and white card ✿ Sticky foam pads ✿ Glue stick ✿ Box frame with picture frame mount 1 On the reverse of the map, draw and cut out a heart shape around your chosen spot. 2 Mount the heart onto a piece of blue card with the sticky foam tabs or just some glue if you don’t want a 3D look. 3 Cover the frame mount with the rest of the map pieces and glue firmly in place. 4 Place inside the frame, ready to display. Repeat, playing around with different coloured card and multi-frames. Chest…

1 Get spicy – take a trip to the lush foothills of the Western Ghats and visit the Tanshikar Spice Farm. The owners will take you on a tour of this organic farm, pointing out the different spices they grow. 2 Go shopping – there are plenty of bargains to be had in the local shops, from tea and spices to leatherwork, musical instruments, clothes (baggy ‘elephant’ trousers are ubiquitous) and jewellery. Haggling is expected! 3 Try a treatment – you can get excellent relaxation and beauty treatments for a fraction of the price you’d pay in the UK. Ask around for recommendations. 4 Make like Robinson Crusoe – head to Galgibaga beach, home to endangered Olive Ridley turtles. Apart from a few tiny beach shack cafés at the south…

Q Any tips for eating edible flowers? Rowena Clarke A Always check blooms aren’t poisonous and are pest and disease free. Also avoid plants sprayed with chemicals. Only use fully open blooms, before they fade, and remove the centre pistil and stamens, white heels on coloured petals and green or brown bits. Wash blooms, then pat dry with kitchen paper. Q For my tropical themed party, I want my patio to look lush with plants. What do you recommend? Kim Readman A A perfect combo for this time of year is the vibrant red blooms and purple leaves of Lobelia cardinalis, and bright dahlias thrusting up between the gladioli-like blooms and stripy green and yellow leaves of Canna ‘Striata’. As for leaves, place a few houseplants on your patio to…

Recently I was wondering what must have happened in my past to have made me into such a passive-aggressive people-pleaser – and then, suddenly, it came to me. It all started with a chocolate biscuit… My need to be rewarded with the very last Penguin from a pack of six turned me into a smiley ‘yes’ person in front of my parents (just so I’d get the biscuit) while I was secretly seething about the injustice of my sister eating the other five and not getting told off. This people-pleasing behaviour, I’m ashamed to report, has continued ever since. Especially with boys. I could never summon up the courage to say, ‘Er, no, I can’t go out with you because a) you smell and b) I don’t want to,’ in…

Best for beginners THE THAMES PATH ✿ 180 miles through Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Surrey and London.  Flat and easy to follow. Passing through peaceful water meadows, unspoilt rural villages, historical towns and cities, and finally through the heart of London to end at the Thames Barrier in Greenwich. Intermediate walkers THE RIDGEWAY ✿ 87 miles through Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire, Oxfordshire, Berkshire and Wiltshire. Britain’s oldest  road is an ancient, hilly, remote path through downland, secluded valleys and woodland. Using roughly 15 miles a day as an average walking distance, the trail can be completed in six days, making it a perfect week-long break. For the experienced COAST TO COAST ✿ 192 miles through Cumbria and North Yorkshire. Mostly unsignposted long-distance footpath, with a  varied route through fells, moorland, fields…

✿ Avoid highly-perfumed soaps, shower gel or bath bubbles which may cause irritation in the vaginal area. ✿ Wear cotton underwear to reduce irritation. ✿ Reduce the sugars in your diet – drink w ater instead of sugary drinks, snack more on nuts and crunchy veg such as carrots or celery ✿ Recurrent thrush may indicate poor immunity – a healthier lifestyle with better diet, more sleep, less alcohol and managing stress better will help. ✿ Talk to your GP if you’re on hormone treatments to consider other ty pes of contraception or HRT, or blood tests if things don’t settle.…

Resetting my gut helped my MIGRAINES From about the age of 14, I started getting migraines – about three a week – but I managed them for years with drugs. I stopped taking the pills when I was pregnant and switched to bioidentical hormones and the migraines disappeared. When I reached menopause my hormones went wild and the migraines came back. I started to wonder whether I could do anything about them by looking at my gut health. My work as a mental health therapist and having a diploma in nutrition meant I’d seen plenty of changes in people over the years who had overhauled their diet. I already avoided migraine trigger foods, such as oranges and chocolate, but could I make a difference by taking it further and…

With little effort, it’s possible to create a mini orchard on your patio or balcony. What’s more, fruiting trees and bushes will give you a glorious spring display of pink or white blossom – which in the case of apples, smells faintly of lilac and for pears, is floral and fruity. And by early autumn, the delicious scent of ripening fruit will pervade the air before the bounty can be plucked and eaten straight from the trees. Moveable feasts Plant your mini trees in pots on wheels, so you can place them centre stage when flowering or fruiting. Then, when they are not looking so good, you can move them somewhere less conspicuous, and replace with summer flowering pots. Look for apple varieties that have been grafted onto the dwarf…

The Teashop Girls  by Elaine Everest (£6.99, PB, Pan Macmillan) Capturing the spirit of wartime, Elaine Everest takes us back to 1940s Ramsgate, where the War is changing everything. Rose Neville works as a Lyon’s Teashop waitress, alongside her childhood friends, when she encounters the handsome Captain Benjamin Hargreaves. Forbidden from entering into a relationship with customers, she wonders if the handsome captain is all he seems? 59 Memory Lane  by Celia Anderson (£7.99, PB, Harper Collins) In this truly unique book we meet 110-year-old May Rosevere, who puts her age down to clean living and the Cornish sea air. We soon discover that actually May has a special gift for living off the memories of others. But can she find enough new memories to reach her next birthday? A…