Innholdsfortegnelse for 12-Sep-2023 i Woman's Weekly

Almost a lifetime ago "Looking back on it now, the wartime evacuation of children from at-risk cities to the deepest countryside, billeted with complete strangers, seems extraordinary. But it happened to my mum, who was evacuated to Ilfracombe in North Devon, and surprisingly, she had that experience in common with Dame Joan Collins, who also spent some of the war in that seaside resort. It seems a lifetime ago, and yet amazingly, Joan is still going strong and full of beans – see page 8. The current high inflation means we’ve had to raise our regular price to £1.80. But I hope you’ll still find us good value."…

3 ACTIVITIES THAT CAN... Help your gut 1 WALKING OR LIGHT JOGGING ‘Both can help promote blood flow to the abdominal area, relieving pain and reducing cramping,’ says microbiologist Dr Jelena Vulevic*. Aim for 30-minutes daily if you can. 2 GENTLE YOGA Try poses such as the seated forward bend or the child’s pose. ‘This can soothe the digestive system and help reduce diarrhoea,’ says Dr Vulevic. Bridge pose can also help soothe your gut. 3 DEEP BREATHING ‘This can help to relax the abdominal muscles, alleviate gas and reduce bloating,’ says Dr Vulevic. ‘It is especially beneficial if practised after meals.’ Breath and movement activities such as tai chi or qigong can help ease an ‘anxious’ gut. NEWSFLASH DIY blood test for dementia? A finger-prick blood test could be…

1 A CLEVER ILLUSION A mirror is not only a practical necessity in a bathroom, handy for your daily ablutions, but also fantastic at making a space feel larger than it is. The bigger, the better, to help bounce light around and make the room appear much more spacious and airy. It’s an excellent style trick if your bathroom hasn’t got windows too. ✱ Waffle hand towel, £6, stackable storage, £5, diffuser, £7, church candle, £2.50, blue ceramic vase, £5.50, ribbed resin soap dispenser, £7.50, ribbed resin tumbler, £5.50, candle hurricane, £9.50, all Matalan 2 FLUFFY TOWELS Our towels work hard for us every day, but over time they can become threadbare, and even stiff and uncomfortable to use. Gather up any old towels and flannels, as it’s time to…

The UK is rich in folk tales, myths and legends involving strange creatures, heroes and giants. Every county has its own peculiar mysteries, sightings and goings-on. Here are some of our favourites. Tall tale In County Antrim, Northern Ireland, the giant Fionn mac Cumhaill (anglicised as Finn McCool) is said to have created a series of stepping stones now known as the Giant’s Causeway as part of a bridge to Scotland, so he could cross the water without getting his feet wet. Science tells us the spectacle is more likely the result of volcanic activity 50 million years ago. ✱ Visit nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/northern-ireland/giants-causeway for organised walking tours. DID YOU KNOW? The folk hero Dick Whittington, who travelled to London to make his fortune, was based on Richard Whittington, who died in…

1 GENTLY DOES IT If your skin is prone to sensitivity, you’re probably familiar with La Roche-Posay products. The vitamin C serum is a real triumph – a 10% concentration means it makes a noticeable difference, but it’s buffered with soothing ingredients, to brighten without irritation. La Roche-Posay Pure Vitamin C10 Serum, £44.99, Superdrug 2 PAMPER TIME Sheet masks are infused with serums, which make them such a great way of giving your skin an intensive hit of an ingredient. This cooling buy feels lovely and refreshing, and is biodegradable, so it’s also eco-friendly. L’Oréal Paris Revitalift Clinical Vitamin C Serum Sheet Mask, £5.99, Boots 3 COLOUR CORRECTOR This is more than a concealer – it has a flattering peachy tone that will counteract dark tones, making it…

Coconut roast chicken with lime A classic way to cook this bird but with an added tropical twist. SERVES 6 PREP 10 mins COOK 1 hr 20 mins, plus resting ✱ 2 red onions, peeled, halved and cut into wedges✱ 1 medium whole chicken (approx 1.5kg)✱ Small bunch coriander✱ 2 red chillies, sliced✱ 2 sticks lemongrass, halved lengthways and bashed, or 1tbsp lemongrass paste (from a jar)✱ 3 garlic cloves, peeled✱ 2 x 160ml tins coconut cream✱ Cooked Tenderstem broccoli (optional), to serve 1 Heat the oven to 200C Fan/ Gas 7. Put the onions into a deep roasting tin. Stuff the inside of the chicken with half the coriander, plus the chillies, lemongrass and garlic. Put the bird on top of the onions. Shake the tins of coconut…

ADVICE FROM OUR WOMAN’S WEEKLY DOCTOR T he two main types of IBD are Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. IBD is vastly different to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), although symptoms may be similar. Main IBD symptoms include diarrhoea lasting several weeks, abdominal pain, passing blood or mucus (slime), bleeding from the bottom, tiredness and losing weight without trying. The cause is unclear, but it’s your immune system attacking your bowel, causing inflammation. It’s probably linked to a mix of genetic and environmental factors (such as germs, diet, smoking or stress), and affects about one in 123 people in the UK, especially those with a family history. IBD can start at any age, usually before you’re 30. If you have these symptoms, see your GP, who’ll examine you,…

Bakewell scones ‘These beautiful little parcels of heaven are so delightful and moreish. I love to serve mine with some clotted cream and a cherry conserve.’ MAKES 8 PREP 30 mins COOK 10-13 mins, plus cooling ✱ 100g chilled unsalted butter, cubed✱ 325g self-raising flour, plus extra for dusting✱ 150g ground almonds✱ 50g caster sugar✱ 1tsp baking powder✱ ½tsp fine sea salt✱ 190ml whole milk✱ 1tsp lemon juice✱ 1tsp almond extract✱ 150g glacé cherries, chopped✱ 1 medium free-range egg, beaten✱ 30g flaked almonds YOU WILL NEED ✱ 6-7cm cutter 1 Heat the oven to 200C Fan/Gas 7 and line a large baking tray with baking paper. Place the tray in the oven to heat. 2 Put the butter, flour, ground almonds, sugar, baking powder and salt in a…

Difficulty level TESTED BY US so they work for you YOU WILL NEED ✱ 40m of 8mm-wide cotton rope✱ Sewing thread in fuchsia pink, mid-pink and baby pink✱ Pins and scissors✱ Sewing machine✱ Denim or jeans sewing-machine needle✱ Tassel maker✱ Pink and orange embroidery thread✱ Two 20mm-wide wooden beads✱ Three 12mm-wide wooden beads 1 Take the first 40cm of rope, fold in half and pin along the length. Set your sewing machine to a wide zigzag stitch, then place the folded piece that forms the bag’s base under your sewing foot, so that the needle comes down on either side of the join. Sew along the join in the darkest fuchsia pink thread. 2 Stitch to the end of the join, then begin turning the…

TESTED BY US so they work for you Difficulty level MEASUREMENTS To fit a small square stool. Size can be adjusted. MATERIALS 1 x 20g (43m) ball of Sirdar Happy Cotton DK (100% cotton) in each of Red (Lippy 789), Taupe (Safari 772), Mid Blue (Tea Time 751), Pale Blue (Angel 796), Gold (Melon 794) and Dark Red (Chilli 791)*; size 4.5mm crochet hook; 1cm-wide elastic, approx 50cm long (you may need more or less depending on the size of your stool top). Yarn is available from theknittingnetwork.co.uk ABBREVIATIONS (UK TERMS) Ch, chain; dc, double crochet; sl st, slip stitch; st(s), stitch(es); sp(s), space(s); tr, treble crochet. NOTE To follow our colour scheme, work the first two rounds in the same colour, then work each subsequent round…

Books Just Another Missing Person by Gillian McAllister (£16.99, HB, Penguin) Hot on the heels of her Sunday Times bestseller Wrong Place, Wrong Time, McAllister is back with another exciting crime thriller. Twenty-two-year-old Olivia has gone missing and Detective Julia Day is heading up the case. But when a man threatens to expose a family secret if she doesn’t frame somebody for murder, inner turmoil begins. It’s another delicious ‘What would you do?’ scenario in this eagerly anticipated novel. I Know It’s You by Susan Lewis (£14.99, HB, HarperCollins) When publisher Marina begins to receive a manuscript sent chapter by chapter, she thinks it’s the work of an aspiring writer. But as they keep coming, she’s convinced that they make up a story about her past – one she doesn’t…

Horoscopes ARIES 21 MAR – 20 APR This promises to be a busy time, with excitement and change. If you reach out to others, they are likely to respond positively. TAURUS 21 APR – 21 MAY Your finances may be going through a restructuring. Decide on the most important priorities and things will fall into place. GEMINI 22 MAY – 21 JUN New people, new situations and new opportunities abound this week. The key is for you to actively connect with others. You will be glad you did. CANCER 22 JUN – 23 JUL This is a great time for negotiating. Some excellent bargains are out there and you can be the one to snap them up! LEO 24 JUL – 23 AUG Your love life may be taking new…

You join us for coffee on the terrace at Wendy’s house, not that you’ll really be bothering about the coffee. Or indeed the raspberry and almond muffins. No, you’ll probably be enjoying the view, wondering why nobody has asked to see your National Trust card, and also wondering how long you can decently wait before heading to the gift shop in search of postcards and novelty tea towels. It’s that sort of place. Wendy lives in a modest manor house, which dates back – as far as I know – to the 18th century. Old, anyway (but not National Trust – I was only joking). The cast is as follows: me, Wendy, and Phoebe, who is Wendy’s sister-in-law. Somebody once told Phoebe that she looked a bit like Joanna Lumley,…

Catch-up reading I have been an avid reader of Woman’s Weekly for a number of years. I particularly enjoy the craft, crochet and recipe ideas. But I am a mother to three boys and work full-time, so regrettably I am always behind in my reading. I didn’t realise how far behind I was until I was sitting on a beach in Malta last week reading the Christmas issues – I now have great ideas for this year’s festivities! Fingers crossed that some day I’ll catch up completely. Diahann Allen, Co. Cork, Ireland GET IN TOUCH WE LOVE LETTERS Woman’s Weekly, Future plc, 121-141 Westbourne Terrace, London W2 6JR. P.S. It really helps when you put your details in capitals. ✱ We do not return photos (apart from You Wore It…

THE STATEMENT BLOUSE Let one key item such as a statement blouse or shirt take centre stage. Style it with wide-leg tailored trousers for a smart, everyday look, and complete your outfit with a pair of chunky-soled loafers and a colour-coordinating handbag. THE SHIRT DRESS Be adventurous with colour and strike a pose in this fun, mid-length dress. The key to balancing the boldness of the print is to stick to a complementary colour palette for the rest of the look. A classic trench coat of the same length works as the perfect cover-up. THE PLEATED SKIRT If you’re wary of bold prints and exotic patterns, a delicate micro-print is a good way to ease yourself into the trend. Layer up with an easy pull-on jumper and a chic cream…

NO – UNIFORMS ARE A GREAT LEVELLER Mum of two Imogen, 47, says: Anyone whose child has gone through choosing the ‘right outfit’ for Mufti Day knows what a nightmare it can be, especially for girls. The pressure of being seen in the latest trends, ‘cool’ trainers or popular brands can be all-consuming. So, imagine having to do that every day! I’m not sure any parent’s nerves could take that. Let’s not forget, not everyone can afford branded clothes or the latest look. School uniforms are a great leveller – all kids wear the same. I understand it can be expensive buying school uniforms with logos, but there are always second-hand uniform sales, which of course helps with sustainability – and there are also less expensive options at supermarkets. During…

I’ve tried everything Q I’ve slept badly for years, often  getting no more than five to six  hours sleep. I go to sleep but then  wake up and can’t get back to  sleep.  I’ve now become anxious about it, as  I have read that poor sleep could kill  me. I’ve listened to tapes that guarantee I’ll sleep – I don’t – and done all the things suggested. I don’t know what to do. Amy, Guildford A I don’t think anyone has said that a lack of sleep ‘kills’ people directly. Recent research said that good sleep is based on five factors: ideal sleep duration of seven to eight hours per night; difficulty falling asleep no more than twice a week; trouble staying asleep no more…

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: Vertical shaft in a building. Average = 25 More than 45 = well done Crossword Try the easy or cryptic clues, then rearrange the letters in the shaded squares for the answer. CLUE: Smooth chess move’s one seen at the seaside (10). EASY CLUES Across 7 One eating every food (8) 9 Morals (6) 10 Gardening tool (4)11 Builders (10)12 Carved figure (6)14 Natural illumination (8)15 Continuous (13)17 Rises (6,2)19 Alerted (6)21 At issue…