Innholdsfortegnelse for 10-Mar-2020 i Woman's Weekly

How we can all help It’s finally that ‘waking up’ time of the year when animals start to come out of hibernation. From hedgehogs to frogs and even butterflies, there are lots of things we can all do to help them thrive. From page 10, our handy guide not only showcases the cutest of the bunch, but also provides tips on what you can do when they make an appearance. Next year I’m thinking about joining them by sleeping from October to April. What a lovely idea! PS Our fabulous Test Kitchen is now creating all our recipes. Look out for our Approved logo too – we’ve tested all these products and they’re the best!…

Janet Higgins, 1961 I love this happy photo of me in Blackpool with my friend, Mary (left). We wore suedette jackets, slim tartan trousers and flat shoes – a look you could wear today. We are now in our 70s and have been friends since nursery school. ✣ 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.…

1 Leave ‘wild’ insect-friendly areas in your garden to encourage insects for hibernating animals to eat in the spring. 2 Check carefully for animals before mowing or strimming your lawn. 3 Never disturb a hibernating animal or try to encourage it out of hibernation. 4 Ponds provide a natural source of water and attract food sources such as insects. It’s a good idea to make a slope at the edges of the pond to create steps in case animals fall in. 5 Things to avoid: Bonfires, netting, uncovered drains, litter and chemicals, and be careful if dismantling a shed. 6 Bee houses, hogitats (hedgehog homes) and bat boxes can all be readily bought or made, and these help animals find somewhere secure to shelter. 7 The best thing to feed…

“Recently, I shocked a group of otherwise unshockable women by admitting that I’ve never ironed a piece of clothing in my life. Cue gasps around the room. ‘That revelation explains a lot,’ snorted one person less than cryptically, looking me over from top to toe. This is because I like to wear a lot of cotton and linen, and don’t give a monkey’s how crumpled it is. I watch people swanning round the tropics in TV costume dramas wearing beautifully pressed pleats, and think ‘servants’. ‘Doesn’t stuff get crumpled again when chucked in a drawer?’ As ever, there’s a difference to how crumpled women are perceived compared to men. For a start, ‘crumpled’ often becomes ‘rumpled’ when it’s a creased bloke. Think of Columbo’s raincoat or any shabby-chic male politician…

MIDDLE EASTERN LAMB An easy recipe for anyone with leftover spices in the cupboard, this cooks slowly and melts in the mouth. SERVES 8 ✣ 2tbsp olive oil ✣ 2 large onions, sliced ✣ 2 garlic cloves, sliced ✣ 5cm (2in) piece fresh root ginger, grated ✣ 2tsp ground cinnamon ✣ 2tsp ground cumin ✣ 1tsp paprika ✣ 2tsp ras-el-hanout blend ✣ 1kg (2¼lb) lean leg lamb, cut into chunks ✣ 250ml (8fl oz) chicken stock ✣ 12-18 fresh figs (or dried) ✣ 45g (1.6oz) chopped pistachios ✣ 6tbsp chopped fresh coriander and mint ✣ Pomegranate seeds and giant couscous, to serve 1 In a large casserole dish, heat half the oil and cook the onions for 10 mins. Add the garlic, ginger and all the spices. Stir well and…

1 CUT SATURATED FAT Swap animal fats, palm and coconut oil for unsaturated fats, such as rapeseed, olive or sunflower oils, nuts, seeds and oily fish. 2 MAKE SWAPS Healthier options include nuts instead of crisps, and low-fat milk and vegetable spreads instead of butter. For lower-fat meat options, just cut the fat off. 3 MOVE MORE More activity strengthens your heart, increases your good HDL cholesterol and pushes bad non-HDL cholesterol to your liver where it will be disposed of. 4 STOP SMOKING It prevents the ‘good’ cholesterol from helping to clear ‘bad’ cholesterol, increasing the risk of heart disease.…

POACHED PEARS AND RHUBARB IN MEAD WITH SAFFRON AND CARDAMOM Perfect for a dinner party, simply poach ahead of time and warm the pears slightly before serving. SERVES 6 ✣ 450ml (¾ pint) mead or similar sweet white wine ✣ 75g (2½oz) caster sugar ✣ Juice of 1 lemon ✣ 1 vanilla pod, split lengthways ✣ 4 cardamom pods ✣ A pinch of saffron ✣ 6 pears, peeled (we used conference) ✣ 200g forced rhubarb, cut into chunks ✣ Creme fraiche, to serve 1 In a saucepan, combine the mead, sugar, lemon, vanilla, cardamom pods and saffron with 650ml (22fl oz) water and bring to a slow rolling simmer. Simmer the pears for 7-12 mins (this depends on the ripeness; very ripe pears will be closer to 7 mins and…

ARIES 21 Mar – 20 Apr This is a time to be firm and not to waver in your desires. Work round the obstacles rather than fighting them. TAURUS 21 Apr – 21 May You may meet someone who has a profound impact on your life. Pay attention to every conversation and see what you can learn. GEMINI 22 May – 21 Jun Look to new beginnings now. Doors are opening for you. The question is, will you walk in and go on an adventure? CANCER 22 Jun – 23 Jul This may be the moment to consider a new direction in your career or some adaptations of your existing work and skills. LEO 24 Jul – 23 Aug Cleaning, recycling, decluttering and generally making space for the new is…

“Make yourself a nice cup of coffee, sink into a comfy sofa, keep a large tub of diet-busting Celebrations within easy reach, and prepare yourself for episode two of The Mysterious Case of the Missing Handbag (incorporating the second part of The Baffling Conundrum of the Mobile Phone and Car Keys That We Can’t Seem to Put Our Hands on at the Moment). You might remember from episode one that Mrs Beasley, the manager of our charity shop, thinks that somebody has stolen her handbag. She is not accusing anybody in the shop, you understand: after all, most of us have worked here for so long that you could probably get us valued at £750 on Antiques Roadshow. However, there is one of us who hasn’t been here very long.…

‘Hibernation is crucial to the survival of many species, as it allows them to reduce energy consumption during colder periods when insect prey is limited,’ explains RSPCA scientific officer Emma Horton. ‘An animal’s breathing slows and their heart rate drops, as well as their temperature.’ If you catch sight of an animal that should be hibernating, don’t be surprised – it’s not uncommon for animals such as hedgehogs to move sites at least once. And with milder weather, many are coming out of hibernation earlier than usual. As long as it looks fit and healthy and there’s no frost on the ground, there’s no need to worry.…

COMPLEXION DE-STRESSER Botanics Calm Hydration Serum, £11.49 This helps to eradicate the sensitivity and redness caused by cold winter weather. This nurturing combination of calming cannabis sativa seed oil and soothing aloe vera will instantly de-stress your complexion. GET YOUR GLOW ON Laura Mercier Pure Canvas Primer, £32 Want to know how make-up artists cheat naturally glowing skin? Illuminating primers are their number-one secret weapon. Apply a small amount before your foundation to ensure a radiance that everyone will notice. DITCH DARK SPOTS Bioderma Pigmentbio Foaming Cream, £15 This ingenious cleanser uses a new patented formula to target blotchy patches and leave you with smoother, more even-toned skin. Use it as a wash on your face and body, or leave it on as a hydrating mask. LUMINOUS EFFECT Guerlain Les…

Spondyloarthritis (SpA) is increasingly recognised as a specific group of conditions causing pain, inflammation and swelling of joints, with a key feature of enthesitis – inflammation at the tendon attachments to bones, rather than just the joint surfaces. Associated inflammatory conditions that may be relevant include psoriasis and inflammatory bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease, and uveitis (an inflammatory eye condition). Also gastric or genito-urinary infection can trigger a reactive SpA. SpA occurs as two main types – axial SpA, affecting central joints such as the spine, sacroiliac joints and rib attachments to the vertebrae; and peripheral SpA, affecting peripheral joints such as hands and feet, with enthesitis and tendonitis. Dactylitis – inflammation of the fingers or toes, causing a sausage-shaped swollen digit – is often indicative.…

A The definition of low-carb levels is less than 130g per day of carbohydrate. Very low-carb diets are 20-50g/d. It’s important to remember that low-carb diets (such as Atkins) don’t calorie restrict, yet for those who are overweight, calorie restriction is probably important. Trials show that low-carb diets are beneficial to glycaemic control, lipids (reducing triglycerides and increasing HDL, the ‘good cholesterol’) and hormone parameters, even without weight loss. Recent trials show that, if you can stick to it, a very low-calorie low-carb diet (800 calories/d) using food replacement shakes can, for some patients, lead to weight loss and diabetes remission. However, a Diabetes UK evidence review in 2017 pointed out that weight management should be the mainstay of glycaemic control in the overweight. Low-carb diets are safe and effective…

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Difficulty level MEASUREMENTS Approx 28cm/11in tall MATERIALS For all: 1 x 50g (165m) ball of Sirdar Snuggly DK (55% nylon, 45% acrylic) in each of Biscuit (494), Soft Brown (428), Bramble (501), White (251), Pastel Blue (321), Surf Blue (496), Sunshine (500), Spicy Pink (350), Lemon (252), Black (312), Tangerine (489)*. Pair of 3mm (No.11) knitting needles; stitch holder; sewing needle; toy filling; pair of 6mm black beads or safety eyes per doll; pink pastel crayon or blush (optional for cheeks); cotton buds (optional); black cotton thread; oddments of dark brown 4-ply yarn. Pink dress: A few metres of light pink DK yarn for flower; size 3mm crochet hook; small button. Blue dress: 2 pairs of snap fasteners; light blue or white cotton thread. Yellow dress: 2 pairs of snap…

AMANDA SCOTT, 60 Tell us about your look Quite casual with a touch of chic! I like easy, elegant pieces and prefer neutral shades. My coat and sweater came from M&S last year. My leggings, boots and bag are all by Ralph Lauren. I used to work for them and love the brand. My other favourite place to shop is Mint Velvet. I love their colour palette and relaxed shapes. And the best bit of your body? I’ve no problem with any of it! MARTINA PIRKLBANER, 32 Tell us about your look My look is modern and practical. I often spot things when I’m travelling. I bought my padded jacket in Germany – I loved the check print and layered effect. I like a monochrome look as it’s so easy…

‘When I saw TV cameras, I nearly walked out!’ Victoria Forth, 36, Plymouth Military Wives Choir When I first saw a leaflet about a new Military Wives Choir that was being set up, I had no idea it would change my life. It was May 2011, and I’d been married to my husband, Tim, 36 – a submariner – for six years. He was on deployment at the time and, left at home with our two young children (who were aged three and 18 months then), I was feeling quite isolated. The idea of meeting with other wives and having something just for me really appealed. When I entered the hall and saw TV cameras, I nearly walked out! Luckily, I was too embarrassed to make a scene. Staying was…

MY HEALTHY LIFE Dr Clare Bailey My go-to remedy M As a GP, I’ve had years of building up my immunity and rarely get ill. But I also regularly eat fermented foods such as sauerkraut, kimchi and other fermented vegetables, known to improve gut health and immunity. I keep the jars lined up in the fridge, looking gloriously colourful. My favourite meal Easy chicken tagine with preserved lemons, served with bulgar wheat and drizzled with full-fat live Greek yogurt. I throw it all in the pot and leave it to cook slowly in the oven. The Moroccan flavours work brilliantly – mixing the sweetness of the apricots with the slightly sour lemon, some veg and plenty of spices. How I keep fit and healthy I do outdoor circuits and fitness…

Spondyloarthritis self-care ✢ Keep flexible and fit. It’s vital to maintain joint flexibility, strength and symptom control. Take regular activity – of whatever form you enjoy and can maintain. ✢ Oral pain relief can be supplemented by topical NSAIDs or other topical treatments, such as menthol or capsaicin, or simple local heat pads. ✢ Sleep can be difficult. Daytime exercise will help, but consider changing your mattress, pillows and other supports to make you comfy at night. ✢ Have a healthy diet and lose excess weight to reduce stress on joints. Omega 3 supplements may help some people.…

I’m at a loss over my son’s smelly room Q My 15-year-old son’s room has been untidy and smelled for the past few months. I had been cleaning it and removing his clothes and the dirty crockery. But, following reading one of your answers, I stopped doing that and told him I wouldn’t clean the room or wash his clothes unless he put them in the wash bin. His room has become worse and the smell now permeates the house, so it has to change. I’m at a loss. Karen, Wiltshire A I’m sorry that the sanctions you applied didn’t make any difference. It sounds like he’s still getting all his needs met, so he hasn’t had to change much. I have two further thoughts: first, I wonder if he…

Handsome and hardy Stunning lookers, resilient and long-lived, peonies deserve a place in every garden. Plant in spring, no deeper than 2.5cm (apart from tree peonies, which need the graft 15cm below the surface), in sun or light shade and fertile, well-drained soil. They like plenty of space, so they’re not competing with other hungry plants. Apart from their beauty, they’re low maintenance. Give them a mulch and feed in spring, then simply remove the dead stems in autumn. Max your display There are three types of peony. Herbaceous perennials have sumptuous, showy flowers in a range of hues from white to yellow and pink to red. Tree peonies are deciduous shrubs with dinner-plate-sized flowers up to 25cm wide. There are also the rare intersectional peonies (a tree-herbaceous cross), which…

The Animals at Lockwood Manor by Jane Healey (£14.99, HB, Pan Macmillan) It’s the beginning of World War Two, when Hetty, a young museum curator and evacuee, arrives at the manor, bringing with her part of the Natural History Museum’s collection of mammals, to keep them safe. She’s soon distracted by strange goings-on at the manor. When Hetty thinks she’s being stalked, this tale takes a more gothic turn. Part love story and part mystery, this story will keep you captivated. The Time of Her Life by Kate Fenton (£20, HB, Hodder) With her flair for characterisation, Kate Fenton’s latest read brings sensible 60-year-old Annie to life in style. The no-nonsense Yorkshirewoman encourages her friends to pursue their romantic endeavours and stop wasting time, but when it comes to herself,…