Innholdsfortegnelse for 4-Oct-2022 i Woman's Weekly

Perhaps one of the most telling details to come out of the many tributes to the extraordinary reign of Queen Elizabeth II, was that Churchill, her first Prime Minister, was born in 1874, and yet her last (Liz Truss) was born in 1975, more than 100 years later. So hers truly was the fullest possible lifetime of service. I’ve always thought our monarchy is akin to governors of a school – there to encourage and advise, but also to ensure everything is done properly. The Queen gave the definitive demonstration of how to do that to perfection. Woman’s Weekly salutes her memory. And at the same time, we welcome King Charles III.…

Letter of the week A NEW FAVOURITE I am a bit behind reading Woman’s Weekly, as I recently had eye surgery. However, this morning, I sat down with the 12 July issue and was delighted to find that the Funny Old World columnist was Elaine Everest. A few months ago I purchased the first Woolworths Girl book and I am hooked – I just love the series! It is lovely to put a name to a face and to find she is a fellow dog lover. Sarah Kiesa, Hemel Hempstead From you to us Bug-ingham Palace I volunteer at Horn Park in Lee, southeast London. This bug house was made by a group of volunteers, all with found materials – pallets, plant pots, hessian, branches, cardboard tubes and egg boxes.…

The interview Having built a successful catering empire, published cookbooks and judged talented home bakers The Great British Bake Off since 2017, it’s safe to say that Prue Leith is synonymous with fine food. What might surprise you, though, is that at home, the 82-year-old favours simplicity over everything. In fact, on a Sunday evening you’re more likely to find Prue and her husband, John, tucking into something on toast than a full-blown meal. ‘John claims he never has the same meal twice – which is not true – but it’s mainly because I cook from leftovers,’ Prue tells Woman’s Weekly. ‘Often they end up on toast as if you’re only cooking for two you don’t want it to take forever. I’m much busier than I used to be, I…

COQ AU VIN Everything you want from a French dish – rich, delicious and liberal with the wine. SERVES 6 PREP 20 MINS COOK 1 HR 30 MINS ✣ 2tbsp olive oil ✣1.5kg skin-on chicken thighs and drumsticks ✣400g baby shallots, peeled ✣ 140g pancetta, cubed ✣ 2 sticks of celery, sliced ✣ 6 garlic cloves, sliced ✣ 750ml robust red wine ✣ 200ml chicken stock ✣ 2 sprigs of rosemary ✣ 1-2 bay leaves ✣ 15g butter ✣ 1tbsp plain flour ✣ 1tbsp redcurrant jelly 1 Heat the oil in a heavy-based casserole. Fry the chicken, skin-side down, until golden. Remove and set aside. Fry the shallots until golden. Add the pancetta and cook for 2 mins; add the celery and garlic and cook for 5-10 mins. 2 Increase…

Coping with TESTICULAR SWELLING Swollen testes or scrotal swelling can be a sign of many conditions Testicular swellings are caused by injury, infection, fluid collections, cysts or a tumour, and may include a lump. The testicles are egg-shaped reproductive organs in a thin sac of skin (scrotum), which make hormones and sperm. Usually there are two testicles, but occasionally one or both haven’t descended as a foetus, and remain in the abdomen and need removing. Associated symptoms can include bruising, discomfort or pain, difficulty passing urine, nausea, penile discharge or blood in the urine. Causes Trauma, such as direct kicks, which need urgent medical care. Hydrocele, where the scrotum swells with extra fluid, for reasons unknown, and may go away without treatment. Fluid build-up (oedema) can also occur with…

Flyaway hair Struggling to tame your unruly tresses? Colder weather may be to blame. Central heating sucks moisture from our hair and the harsh air outside makes it brittle and therefore more likely to frizz. ‘Dry hair is prone to breaking and broken hair tends to look frizzy,’ says consultant trichologist Anabel Kingsley. Are your strands standing on end? Low humidity in the winter along with friction from hats and scarves is a trigger for static, flyaway hair. FIX IT ✣ Use a weekly hair mask. A regular deep-conditioning treatment will hydrate hair to help prevent unruly wisps. ✣ Swap your plastic comb for a wide-toothed metal or wooden one to reduce static. ✣ A daily protective spray will defend against weathering and heat styling to combat frizziness. Try John…

HEALTH EXTRA Q MY ASTHMA IS AFFECTED BY BREATHING COLD AIR WHEN EXERCISING. SHOULD I INCREASE MY INHALERS? A Breathing in dry, cold air irritates airways. The lungs become tighter, and you produce more mucus, making breathing difficult. It’s vital to keep taking your regular preventer inhaler and carry your reliever inhaler with you at all times. Ask your asthma nurse for an asthma action plan, so you know what to do. Go for regular appointments, ensuring you have the right medicine and pick up on signs you may be at risk of an asthma attack over winter. Attacks are less likely if your asthma is well controlled. If you’re using your reliever inhaler three or more times a week, and your symptoms worsen, book an extra review with your…

1 Maximise light Amp up your lighting to make your space feel welcoming and warm during the winter. Use low-hanging pendant lights and table lamps to create an intimate feel. Keep windows simple too – a lined blind or light linen curtain is perfect for letting in light during the day and cosying up at night. 2 Utilise wood Balance a neutral palette by incorporating plenty of natural finishes to inject warmth. Choose mid-century furniture with wooden elements, or opt for a light oak finish on modern pieces. Embrace wooden floors, if you have them, and top with a tonal jute rug. 3 Make it minimal Decluttering is a must with Scandinavian decor, so start by clearing surfaces and getting rid of anything you don’t need. Less is more with…

LAST BLAST Bring those borders back to life with hardy perennial chrysanthemums, which add a blast of colour and pizzazz in October and November. Try ‘Innocence’ for single, pink daisy-like flowers on stems up to 60cm, or ‘Poesie’, 90cm high, which has creamy-white double blooms that last for ages when cut for a vase. GARDEN GEM Sanguisorba or burnet is a long-flowering, hardy perennial with white, pink or red bobble-like flowers that float on top of wiry stems. It looks great teamed with grasses and other perennials in a naturalistic setting, and now there’s a new variety to choose. ‘Janets Jewel’ was bred by Neil Lucas of Knoll Gardens and named after his mum. It thrives in sun or light shade and grows to 1.5-1.8m. Available from knollgardens.co.uk Garden to…

TESTED BY US so they work for you Difficulty level MEASUREMENTS Stands approximately 23cm/9in high. MATERIALS 1 x 100g (294m) ball of Stylecraft Wondersoft Merry Go Round DK (100% acrylic) in Pastel Rainbow (3154)*. Small amounts of double knitting yarn in White and Black for facial features. Pair of 3mm (No. 11) knitting needles; stitch holder; washable toy stuffing. Yarn is available from theknittingnetwork.co.uk TENSION 26 stitches and 36 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over stocking stitch, using 3mm needles. ABBREVIATIONS K, knit; kfb, increase by knitting into the front, then the back, of the same st (to increase 1 st); p, purl; pfb, increase by purling into the front, then the back, of the same st; ss, stocking stitch (k on right side and p on wrong side); st(s),…

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: Very small measurement. Average = 25 More than 45 = well done 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…

It is fair to say that there is a lull in business at the charity shop. In fact, this sudden and unforeseen downturn in trading conditions is so pronounced that my colleague Grace abandons the safety of the counter every so often, goes to the door, and peers out into the street. ‘What are you planning to do? Drag somebody in and force them to buy a tree mug?’ ‘I’m gathering intelligence.’ ‘And what have you gathered exactly?’ ‘That it’s very quiet in town today.’ She returns to her post and we stand side by side, twiddling our thumbs for want of anything else to do. Any donations have long been unpacked, and the store room is as neat as a new pin that belongs to a professional cleaner who…

FIRST STARRING ROLE Princess Elizabeth makes her first radio broadcast in 1940, aged 14, accompanied by her sister Princess Margaret. THE FIRST WALKABOUT The Queen tore up the old way of doing things when she decided to meet the Australian public directly, in 1970. …AND A GIGGLE Laughing with the Duke of Edinburgh, in guardsman uniform, at a review of the Queen’s Company Grenadier Guards.…

The Child Elizabeth Alexandra Mary Windsor, the adorable first child of the then Duke and Duchess of York, was born at her maternal grandfather’s house in Mayfair, London. ‘Her Royal Highness The Duchess of York was safely delivered of a Princess at 17 Bruton Street, Mayfair. His Royal Highness The Duke of York and the Countess of Strathmore were present. Secretary Sir William Joynson-Hicks was also present. Her Royal Highness and the Infant Princess are doing perfectly well.’ Royal birth announcement The Princess Lilibet knew the true weight of the crown from a young age, but at just 21 she captured the nation and Commonwealth’s heart when she declared her life to the state. ‘On my 21st birthday I welcome the opportunity to speak to all the peoples of the…

There’s no such thing as a typical day for me. Between visits to my restaurants in Manchester and London, I’ll go from business meetings to filming to book promotions, as well as working at my two pubs near home in Marlow, in Buckinghamshire. I love the chaos, and I’m lucky to have an amazing team, who’ve been with me a long time. It takes a certain kind of person to work in a busy kitchen. Service is a bit like competitive sport, you have to enjoy the pressure and push yourself to give it your all. I fell in love with the industry when pot-washing aged 18. I thrived on the buzz and excitement and, even now, love sitting down with the others, cracking a drink, and saying, ‘We did…

Should I change jobs? Q I have worked with the same boss for the last eight years as his personal assistant. He’s just told me that he’s taken a new position at another firm. He’s asked if I will move with him. I like him but I’m not sure I want to move, as I also like my company. Name and address withheld AIt’s lovely that your boss values your work and wants to take you with him – you should be pleased about this. That said, this isn’t an offer yet, as he hasn’t moved, and he probably has no authority to hire anyone until he’s in position. You therefore have time to think about what’s best for you. Before you move, you need to find out the salary…

*SLIMMING WORLD RECOMMENDS A SAFE AND STEADY WEIGHT LOSS OF 1-2LB PER WEEK, BUT YOU MAY LOSE MORE IN YOUR FIRST WEEKS Tips for success TRIM ALL VISIBLE FAT off meats and remove skin from poultry. FEELING HUNGRY? Snack on Free Food for the very best weight loss, reach for fresh fruit or vegetables first. Fruit and veg with the lowest energy density are called Speed Free Food. FOR EXTRA HEALTH BENEFITS and filling power, choose wholegrains, eg, wholewheat pasta or wholegrain rice. AIM TO HAVE 6-8 DRINKS A DAY Choose water, sugar-free drinks, tea and coffee. Milk should come from your allowance. THE MOST SUCCESSFUL SLIMMERS join a group or online programme for shared support, inspiration and motivation. HOW IT WORKS ✣ Choose one breakfast, one lunch and one…

‘Channelling my inner rock chick works wonders for my mood’ Dancing and drumming keep my blues at bay Jacqueline Carson, 56, is a hypnotherapist from Barnard Castle, County Durham. ‘Every autumn, the longer, darker nights drain my energy and lower my mood. Come around 4pm, my instinct is to curl up for the evening – but I know I’ll feel heaps better after a session on my drums or at one of my twice-weekly dance classes. I started Latin and ballroom dancing classes just before the pandemic. I’d been through breast cancer and was looking for ways to reduce stress – and dancing was a great way to do that. Being single, I had to partner the teacher, but there was no better way to master the steps. It was…

This winter, it’s more important than ever to keep ourselves fit and healthy, and that also means ensuring our immune systems are strong. ‘To have a healthy immune system and to launch an immune response to bacteria or a virus, our bodies need to make new immune cells made from nutrients in our food,’ explains dietitian Sophie Medlin (citydietitians.co.uk). ‘When we eat good-quality foods, our immune system has everything it needs to work and fight infections.’ Here’s the experts’ guide to eating to avoid winter bugs. EAT THE RAINBOW Your immune system needs dietary balance, so eating the rainbow is the ideal way to get all the nutrients you need. ‘Orange and yellow are usually covered by citrus fruits and carrots,’ says Sophie. ‘We also eat plenty of green veg…

TESTED BY US so they work for you Difficulty level WORKING CROSS-STITCH Bring the needle to the right side through the lower left-hand side and insert it in the upper right-hand side, forming a diagonal stitch. Bring the needle to the right side at the lower right-hand side. To complete an individual stitch, insert the needle at the upper left-hand side, making a diagonal stitch. Alternatively, continue to make a row of half-stitches then work back, completing the upper half of the crosses. YOU WILL NEED ✣ 20-count evenweave, 42x47cm ✣Lime-green fabric, three 26 x 31cm pieces ✣Wadding, two 26 x 31cm pieces ✣Embroidery threads (as listed in the thread key) Design size: 21.5 x 27cm TO MAKE 1 Each coloured square on the chart represents one cross-stitch worked over…

Bleeding Heart Yard by Elly Griffiths (£22, HB, Quercus) Putting the past behind you isn’t always possible, and though DS Cassie Fitzgerald has dedicated her life to fighting crime, the one she committed as a teenager will forever haunt her. After a reunion sparks old memories and new recollections, it seems that someone isn’t prepared to let the truth come out. Detective Harbinder Kaur is soon on the case and a reconstruction could hold the answer. Ellie Griffiths takes this series to new heights with a tightly paced and intense, character-driven read. Together, Again by Milly Johnson (£16.99, HB, Simon & Schuster) One of our favourite writers is back – this time with her 20th novel. Following the death of their mother, Eleanor Vamplew, sisters Jolene, Marsha and Annis reunite…

It’s time that you showed your lungs some love. After all, these vital organs have an important job to do. They’re responsible for every breath you take – each inhale transports fresh oxygen into the bloodstream so it can circulate around the body, and waste gases are expelled with every exhale. Having a healthy set of lungs will help keep you fitter as you age, as well as fighting against respiratory infections, deadly viruses and serious, long-term lung conditions. According to the British Lung Foundation (BLF), 10,000 people in the UK are diagnosed with lung disease every week, but looking after your lungs can reduce the risk. Keep your lungs healthy Raise your heart rate Sweating and panting during a workout is good for the lungs. ‘Physical activity improves breathing…

My healthy life KAREN NEWBY Karen Newby is a nutritional therapist who runs specialist menopause clinics My go-to remedy A good breakfast. Enjoy a hot water and lemon on waking, as we are dehydrated when we wake up. Have your tea and coffee only with breakfast to lessen the effects of caffeine putting us into stress mode. Breakfast should be protein-rich: eggs, avocado, scrambled tofu, or high-protein granola with full-fat yogurt and ground linseed. My favourite meal I love a Korean BBQ. We often prepare it for friends when they come for dinner, with a central steamer and grill. I make wontons and prep lots of marinated seafood, tofu and steak for the grill. It’s lots of fun and messy! How I keep fit and healthy I swim at…

I know I’m not the only one whose heart sinks as the temperature drops and the days get darker. But winter doesn’t have to be a downer for your health – not when you know what to do to have your healthiest one ever! We’ve pulled together an extra 32 pages of expert advice for a Woman’s Weekly Winter Wellbeing Special. It will help you – and your family – stay fighting fit through the colder months. It’s not rocket science and it won’t cost a fortune. It’s just smart and effective advice on beating the bugs, helping your heart and joints, plus feeling happier and having more energy. Winter? Bring it on……

Some days just seem to be non-stop, don’t they – OK, most days feel like that, if we’re honest. But if you’re struggling to find the energy to get to the end of every day, there are simple ways that can help you to revitalise when you’re running on empty. Try our quiz to assess your energy levels, and follow the advice to top up your tank. Just tick the answer that best applies to you. 1 Which would you say describes you best? A I factor in time for me, but often fill it doing other things. B I’m often flagging by 3pm. C I’m always dashing around and fit lots in. 2 What best describes your daily routine? A I don’t stop all day and give everything. B…

There’s really no better way to lose weight than with the motivation you get a Slimming World group, and this offer will get you off to a great start. Would you love... ✣ To lose weight without going hungry? Thanks to the generous, flexible eating plan, you can. It’s perfect for vegans and vegetarians, too! ✣ To get powerful, personalised support? At your Slimming World group you’ll get help to understand yourself as a slimmer, and the know-how and confidence to build healthy new habits that last. ✣ Help to get more active, at your own pace? Whether you’re just starting out, or ready to take it up a gear. ✣ Tried-and-tested online recipes and tools? With more than 1,700 authentic Slimming World recipes, meal plans, strategies and articles, the…

TAKE A HIKE Just a 30-minute stroll will do the trick. Research suggests this can be as effective as antidepressants for mild to moderate depression. Start a gratitude journal We’re all guilty of focusing on the bad things that happen, but these thoughts can have a negative impact on our minds. Writing down things you’re grateful for – anything from a perfectly brewed cup of tea to feeling uplifted after talking with a friend – can help improve your mood and increase your positive outlook. List three things at the end of each day to help you focus on positive experiences and find joy in small things. LISTEN TO MUSIC It encourages the release of the feel-good hormone dopamine, according to research by McGill University in Canada. Sing in the…

For 28 Sept-4 Oct with Bracha Goldsmith yourastrologysigns.com ARIES 21 Mar – 20 Apr Patience is your keyword this week. Remember to breathe, to smile and to step back from any situation that triggers you emotionally. TAURUS 21 Apr – 21 May You’re making huge progress, only sometimes you are the last person to see it. Look how far you have come and your confidence will increase. GEMINI 22 May – 21 Jun Don’t allow yourself to be influenced by others. You know internally what is right for you. Trust that above all. CANCER 22 Jun – 23 Jul Your home and family are in focus this week. Do whatever you can to soothe and find peace in all interactions. LEO 24 Jul – 23 Aug This is a good…