Innholdsfortegnelse for 20-Sep-2022 i Woman's Weekly

In our modern world, most of us never really experience true darkness – urban areas are generally well lit by street lighting from dusk to dawn – and unless you live down a country lane, few people need a torch to get around after dark. But as a result, we also don’t get to see the night sky in the way our ancestors did who lived in the pre-electric age, which is a shame, as humans have always been fascinated by the stars, both for their beauty and for what they tell us about the universe. However, there are places in the UK where stargazing is easier – my own, Exmoor, is one. Turn to page 38 for other great spots.…

From you to us Look what I made I am a committed reader of Woman’s Weekly, and for the special occasion of the Queen’s Jubilee this summer I made a post box topper for one outside a primary school in Wallington. It’s such a lovely school, where my daughter works, and the children, parents and local community always enjoy seeing fun and creative new touches. Jan Gibson, Dartford Letter of the week DRESS TO (UN)IMPRESS I was not aware until reading your article ‘The lungs of our cities’ [5 April issue] that you had to ‘dress appropriately’ to be ‘in line with the values of the age’ in the Victorian era. Times have changed and I certainly didn’t make an effort during my lockdown walks! I wore no make-up, sported…

1 Try parkrun At 9am every Saturday a throng of runners, joggers and walkers line up in parks and open spaces to run or walk a 5km route. It’s timed, for those who care about such things, but the overriding spirit is one of community and fitness, where people come together to exercise in the fresh air. Sign up and find out more at parkrun.org.uk 2 Fresh mint to ease tummy troubles Next time you’re at the supermarket, pop a fresh mint plant into your basket. It grows fast and helps relieve IBS symptoms, indigestion and nausea, and can improve memory and fatigue. Each morning, pick three or four large leaves off your plant, steep them in a mug of boiling water, and enjoy the refreshing drink. 3 Beans means…

Easy exercises to help you AGE BETTER Emma Goodman Horne is a fitness expert at online exercise programme Goodnick Exercise is a great way to keep your muscles engaged and your joints healthy — and it’s easy to get active at home. Try these moves from the comfort of your own sofa. ✢ SEATED SCISSORS Sit up straight at the edge of your sofa. Extend your legs straight in front of you and cross them back and forth, like scissors. Aim for 50 back-and-forth motions, or as many as you can, with a rest after every 10. ✢ NECK TURNS Sit comfortably on your sofa with your hips as far back as possible, with feet flat on the floor. Secure your core by keeping your back upright and spine…

COOK’S TIP Add some crunch by serving with a scattering of chopped roasted nuts. PER SERVING123 cals, 1g fat, 0.5g sat fat, 24g carbs GUILT-FREE CHOCOLATE SOUFFLE Soufflés always look spectacular, and this one is easier to make than you might think – and comes in under 125 cals. SERVES 5PREP 20 MINSCOOK 8-10 MINS ✣ 100ml skimmed milk ✣ 2tbsp plain flour ✣2tbsp dark cocoa powder, plus 1tsp extra for dusting ✣ 15g cornflour, mixed with 2tbsp water to make a paste ✣ 4 medium egg whites ✣ 60g caster sugar ✣ 25ml dark chocolate sauce (we used Jude’s) You will need: ✣5 ramekins, approx 120ml capacity, brushed with melted butter and chilled 1 Heat the oven to 170C Fan/Gas 5. In a small pan, whisk the milk, flour,…

Difficulty level TESTED BY US so they work for you MEASUREMENTS Approximately 125 x 125cm/49¼ x 49¼in. MATERIALS 3 x 100g (164m) balls of Emu Classic Chunky (100% acrylic) in each of Crepe (129), Walnut (156) and Woody (155); 2 balls in each of Cream (102) and Stone (158)*. Pair of 6mm (No. 4) knitting needles, 5.5mm (No. 5) circular needle, length 100cm (40in) and a cable needle. Yarn is available from theknittingnetwork.co.uk TENSION 14 stitches and 20 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over stocking stitch, using 6mm needles. ABBREVIATIONS K, knit; p, purl; gst, garter stitch (k every row); st(s), stitch(es); cn, cable needle; 2/1 LPC, 2 over 1 left purl cross thus: slip next 2 sts onto cn and place at front of work, p1, then k2 from…

Wordwise You have 15 minutes to find as many words as possible using the letters in the grid. Each word must contain four or more letters, one of which must be the central square. No proper nouns, plurals or foreign words are allowed. There is one nine-letter word in the grid, for which the clue is: Broadcasts. SUDOKU To solve this puzzle, fill in the grid so that each 3 x 3 box, each row and each column contains the numbers 1-9. YOU CAN WORK IT OUT... LINKWORDS Fit 10 words into the grid so that each links with the end of the word on its left and the beginning of the one on the right. Then unscramble the letters in the shaded squares to make a word. Clue: A…

Breaking news, as they say on the television: we are once again looking for a new manager at our charity shop. I was going to make an amusing comparison with politics here – you know, how nobody seems to stick at the job any more – but was deterred by the Editor’s icy-cold stare, a copy of which is kept on my desk. Anyway, Mrs Vicar announced on Monday that she and her husband are moving to be closer to her mother. ‘She’s suffering with her chest,’ Mrs V explained. ‘There’s Dad, of course, but he’s not much help. He’s an Aries.’ We all nodded wisely at this revelation. Yes, the last thing you want when you’re suffering with your chest is an Aries hanging about the place and doing…

SMOOTH FINISH With a shade to suit you. Elizabeth Arden Flawless Finish Skincaring Foundation, £33, elizabeth arden.co.uk NATURAL COVERAGE This plumps, firms and brightens the skin. Max Factor Miracle Pure Skin-Improving Foundation, £13.99, Boots RADIANT SKIN Try this clever hydrating foundation to conceal flaws and give a healthy glow. No7 Hydraluminous Moisturising Foundation, £14.95, Boots…

Martin Clunes is counting his blessings. He never imagined, he says, that here we’d be discussing the 10th, and final, series of Doc Martin – which is currently airing on ITV – when he first conceived the idea back in 2004. ‘I couldn’t have predicted it would take off in the way that it did.’ How then does he explain its success? ‘I think it may have something to do with the fact there are no murders or rapes or darkness in it.’ So why bring it to an end? ‘Because we’d only start getting repetitive,’ says the actor. ‘We were very conscious of wanting to close the circle rather than allowing it to drift into being an ongoing soap opera.’ For anyone late to the party, Martin stars as…

PER SERVING 410 cals, 20g fat, 6g sat fat, 27g carbs COOK’S TIP For this recipe, you have a choice regarding the meatballs. Just using pork will make them quite firm, which is great in the context of this dish; breadcrumbs and egg will make them much softer. PORK AND DILL MEATBALLS WITH BRAISED BUCKWHEAT AND BEETROOT The texture of the beetroot is deliberately al dente. If you prefer it softer, you can add an extra minute of cooking at high pressure. The buckwheat will be softer, but will be none the worse for it. SERVES 4PREP 20 MINSCOOK 3 MINS/30 MINS For the meatballs: ✣ 500g minced pork, or chicken or turkey ✣50g breadcrumbs (optional) ✣ 1 small egg (optional) ✣ 1 large garlic clove, grated ✣1 small bunch…

Coping with THROAT CANCER This is a general term, as there are several different tissues in the throat that can be affected by cancer The medical name for the throat is the pharynx, which includes many different tissues, the tongue, thyroid and parathyroid glands, trachea, nasopharynx, oropharynx, larynx and oesophagus, plus lymph glands. Cancer occurs when cells develop genetic mutations, causing them to grow uncontrollably and continue living after healthy cells would normally die. The cause is unclear but factors that can increase your risk of throat cancers include smoking, excessive alcohol use and viral infections, including human papillomavirus (HPV) and Epstein-Barr virus. Other risk factors include a diet lacking in fruit and veg and vitamins, and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease. Most throat cancers are squamous cell cancers – these…

Abominations by Lionel Shriver (£20, HB, HarperCollins) We currently live in an era where being offended is almost a rite of passage. This collection of essays by author and social satirist Lionel Shriver allows us to cast an eye over this point in contemporary history. She delves into the taboos of free speech, ponders the advent of a new glossary of acceptable words and phrases, and reflects upon the notion of 72 invented gender options. Lionel Shriver’s scepticism, provocative irony and humour will challenge your viewpoints and stimulate debates. Flamingo by Rachel Elliott (£9.99, PB, Headline) This lovingly written novel is both poignant and life-affirming. Two families meet one summer in 1984 – Sherry and husband Leslie with their two daughters, and Evie and her son Daniel. Sherry loves her…

Plant collectors used to be the Indiana Joneses of the botanical world, travelling to far-flung places in search of new species. These women follow their passion for discovering new plants but closer to home. Inspired by irises Lucy Skellorn, a horticultural researcher who lives in Suffolk, has been collecting rare irises since 2016. One day, at a talk by iris collector Sarah Cook, I asked if she knew about my great-great-grandfather, Sir Michael Foster, who was said to be ‘big in irises’. She replied, ‘You know he’s the father of iris breeding?’ Sarah gave me a variety of iris called ‘Blue Boy’, and I tracked down 12 others around the world. My aim is to share my knowledge. I love meeting people at plant fairs, who are delighted to hear…

Why did he end things? Q I met a man a few years after my husband left and we got on really well. I felt I was seen for the first time ever. He’d never been in a long-term relationship and said he’d been waiting for someone like me. We dated for about three months but, one day, he just didn’t respond to me. When I finally managed to speak to him, he said he had too many things going on with work and his family, and he needed to stop seeing me. I’m devastated. Why would he do this? Tina, Bath A Of course, without asking him, you’ll never know. It sounds like he was unable to manage an intense relationship and felt he had to back away. This…

For 14-20 September with Bracha Goldsmith yourastrologysigns.com ARIES 21 Mar – 20 Apr This is a great time for new beginnings. Be willing to move outside your comfort zone. You’ll be glad you did. TAURUS 21 Apr – 21 May You may feel indecisive this week. Give yourself time to check all your options before making a commitment. GEMINI 22 May – 21 Jun Taking care of your physical body is of prime importance now. You can make huge progress if you manage to stay the course. CANCER 22 Jun – 23 Jul With so much going on, it’s vital to take time out to recharge your batteries. Be prepared to say no. LEO 24 Jul – 23 Aug You have many latent talents inside you. Choose something you love,…