Innholdsfortegnelse for 14-mar-16 i Woman

She blames me for leaving her dad Two years ago, my husband and I downsized and moved from a big city to a small town, and we love it. One thing I had to recognise was that part of the joy of our new home is the relief in having less contact with one of my daughters. My son and other daughter and their families are a delight. They visit often and we go and see them, too. They also love and appreciate my husband, their stepdad, who has been far more of a father to them than their selfish dad. Yet this daughter, now 40, blames me for the break-up with her father – true, since I fled a violent marriage. But unlike her siblings, she has never acknowledged…

What to record next week SPORT RELIEF FRIDAY, BBC1 John Bishop, Claudia Winkleman and Gary Lineker help host the big fundraiser that features James Corden as Smithy running for Fifa president! See sportrelief.com to donate. HOUDINI & DOYLE ITV ENCORE This new supernatural drama pits two great minds against each other as Arthur Conan Doyle (Stephen Mangan) and Harry Houdini (Michael Weston) solve crimes. YOU’RE BACK IN THE ROOM ITV Phillip Schofield returns for another run of the fun game show that sees willing members of the public hypnotised in a bid to win a cash prize. THE ONE DVD GAME OF THRONES: THE COMPLETE FIFTH SEASON OUT 14 MARCH Catch up with the goings-on in Westeros before the heavily-anticipated sixth series starts next month. Beware the White Walkers! One…

Water (and sewerage) bills are the UK’s forgotten utility. The average cost is set to rise to £390 and many pay more. From 1 April, water bills in England and Wales go up by an average 1%. Yet some will have bigger hikes, such as customers of Dee Valley, who face 5%. Yet it’s possible to save £100s with just five minutes' work. Water is privatised, and there’s no competition. You can’t switch supplier – although there is a discussion for this to happen, with an outcome later this year. 1 Does your home have more or the same number of bedrooms than people? If yes, and you’re in England and Wales, you should check if you can save by switching to a free water meter. That's because water bills…

Let pink pack a punch in heavy lace with a boyish bomber Swap heels for ankle boots to give a feminine dress an edgier spin A shirt dress is your new go-to frock! Try yellow for new-season style points TIPS FOR TOUGHENING UP * Thin delicate lace is too pretty for this trend, look out for thicker lace or crochet instead. * Go head-to-toe tough pastels with shoes and accessories too. If that’s a step too far, just incorporate white into your look. * Keep it chic with block colours or thick stripes for a clean and simple finish to your outfit. * Update your wardrobe with a few staple items like a bomber, tailored trousers, and block-heeled ankle boots.…

We’ll take one of those. Because if swishy hair, clear skin and a better mood is as easy as popping a supplement, we’re definitely swallowing the ‘you are what you eat’ beauty mantra. But don’t ditch your favourite serum and five-a-day just yet, supplements should be considered enhancements not replacements. No magic pill will make you look 21 again, but watch out for a few key ingredients, such as vitamin C, zinc and omega-3 that can keep you looking your best and give your skin and co a helping hand. THE CAPSULE COLLECTION THE ALL-ROUNDER Kick metabolism into gear and strengthen your nails with this Advanced Nutrition Programme Pro-Vitality Formula, £49.75. FOR SUPER RADIANT SKIN The vitamin C and zinc in Imedeen Derma One, £37.99, boost your glow -factor and…

‘I’m vitamin D deficient’ Q I’ve always thought avoiding the sun was good for my health, but now my doctor says it’s made me vitamin D deficient. I’m confused – should I stay out of the sun or not? A Sun exposure is mostly bad news due to the high levels of UV rays that are directly associated with skin cancer. However, sunshine helps the skin to make vitamin D, which is very hard to get from our diets – it really only occurs in cod liver oil, oily fish and some fortified foods such as margarine. It’s really hard to strike the right balance. Some experts suggest avoiding the sun totally and to take a vitamin supplement instead, while others suggest a small amount of sun exposure – such…

When I see Darcey it’s like going back in time Rhonda Mackintosh, 45, a model, lives in Glasgow with husband Kenneth, 53, and their two children. Her daughter, Darcey, is 15. RHONDA SAYS: When I look at Darcey, I see my younger self so clearly. It’s almost like going back in time. It’s lovely, but peculiar — like seeing yourself through fresh eyes. People stop her in the street and say, ‘You must be Rhonda’s daughter.’ By and large, I’ve been pretty lucky. I’m not unhappy with ageing – in part, thanks to turning 40 and feeling comfortable with myself. After all, you can only look after yourself and fate will do the rest. A little bit of what you fancy always does you good and I try to pass…

Get it before it goes! An accurate set of scales is a crucial addition to any cook’s collection, making these Digital Kitchen Scales, £6.99, Aldi, a real must-buy. With options of a flat, bowl or jug scale and available in a range of colours, they’re sure to compliment every kitchen’s decor. PUKKA PORK CHOPS Roast 4 chops with 4 sliced leeks at 220 ° C, Gas 7 for 15 mins. Add 1 apple, sliced, and 200ml cider or apple juice. Cook for 10 more mins. Blend leeks with 2 x 400g cans drained butterbeans, 2 garlic cloves and 150ml warm milk for a tasty mash. CHOOSE WONKY! Helping to reduce food waste these veggie boxes are packed full of goodness but don’t conform to perfection. The knobbly bits and wonky…

…buy this £5 FAMILY MEAL DEAL Wow! You can’t get a better deal than this fabulous offer from the Co-op. Save £6.33 on comforting Aunt Bessie’s British feast. Pukka pie Chicken & Mushroom Pie, usually £4, 650g You’ll find this in the freezer. Crisp shortcrust pastry filled with chunky pieces of chicken and a traditional rich gravy. Just pop into the oven to warm through. Super sides Chunky Homestyle Croquettes, usually £1.59 Fluffy mashed potato filling with a crisp crumb casing. Bake from frozen for 30 mins. Carrot & Swede Mash, usually £1.99 Just microwave these carrots and swedes mixed with butter for an instant side dish. Delicious dessert Bramley Apple Pie, £1.75, 550g and Creamy Vanilla Oval Dairy Ice Cream, £2 Brush pastry with a little milk and sprinkle…

Jumping in a taxi with my husband Clive, 60, I simply couldn’t wipe the huge smile from my face. We were off to our local for the night. We’d have dinner and watch a singer, too. But that wasn’t the reason I was so excited… ‘Clive, I’ve got something to tell you,’ I said. ‘I think I’ve won some money.’ Clive’s face was a picture. ‘What do you mean?’ he asked. ‘On the bingo!’ I smiled. At home earlier, after I’d washed my hair and got ready to go out, I’d gone on to the Woman Bingo site and had a couple of spins on the Bullion Bonanza slot game. I’d been a member for three years and if I had a spare half hour, I’d have a few games…

ARIES 21 Mar – 20 Apr Note signs and signals, and form a plan of action in case your feelings are correct. Under no circumstances cross your fingers in the hopes a problem will disappear. For your reading 09058 172557 TAURUS 21 Apr – 21 May You may not receive all the encouragement you require and there could be mixed messages. Remain your usual practical self, and examine the facts and figures before pulling out of an endeavour. For your reading 09058 172558 GEMINI 22 May – 22 Jun The times they are a-changing. If old routes are running out and new ones don’t immediately present themselves, be bold – in your career or love life. For your reading 09058 172559 CANCER 23 Jun – 23 Jul Do one thing…

Helen Hardy read Jakob’s Colours by Lindsay Hawdon, paperback £8.99, ebook £5.99 (Hodder) This remarkable first novel is inspired by the gypsy holocaust during the Second World War. Eight-year-old Jakob runs and hides, relying on the kindness of strangers. Woven around this are stories of how Jakob’s parents grow up and meet and of the immediate past of Jakob’s family, gradually revealing what it is he is running from. This is about survival and guilt, but also the love that gives us hope in our darkest hour. Our verdict: See woman magazine.co.uk/  books for more information.…

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History hottie! Presenter and actor Jamie Theakston shot to fame on Saturday morning TV, before hosting Top Of The Pops . He co-hosts the breakfast show on Heart FM with Spice Girl Emma Bunton and is working on a new series, Forbidden History . Married to Sophie, they live in west London with their sons Sidney, seven, and Kit, six. I spent yesterday underwater. I’m doing a diving course for my open water dive certificate. I spent five hours in a freezing swimming pool. It gets even worse – I have to spend two days in a lake in a wetsuit! I’ve been wanting to do it for a while. We go to the Indian Ocean for holidays where there’s some of the best…

‘93 Live & Kicking ‘Life-changing. I’d never done live TV, so to be thrown into a three-hour show was phenomenal.’ ‘98 Top Of The Pops ‘To be part of an institution for so long was fantastic. I met and saw everyone.’ 04 Miss Marple ‘I acted in an episode. It was a pinch yourself moment. It was fantastic.’ ‘16 Forbidden History ‘There’s quite a lot of travel involved. The Hitler survivor story is interesting, extraordinary.’ Say what? ‘Radio is like sitting in a box feeding the pigeons!’…

‘I’D MADE 11 NEW FRIENDS’ As I dart across the tennis court, hitting the ball with confidence and skill, I might look like I’ve been playing for years. But the truth is I’m no Wimbledon champion – I’m proud to say I’m a 48-year-old secretary who only learnt how to swing a racket last year… At school, I enjoyed PE, especially playing hockey. But after leaving aged 18, I went on to work in insurance and sitting at a desk all day, I wasn’t as active as before. By the time I met my partner, Angelo, in February 1993, I resolved to get healthier and we went for regular walks. And when, in February 2002, I took a secretary job at the University of Nottingham, I even got a bike…

FLATTERING FIT & FLARE The ultimate figure fixer, it pulls you in at the waist while skimming over hips and thighs. LOOK-SLIMMER BELTING Get a nip and tuck in all the right places with a belted waist – look out for flattering V-neck styles if you’re busty. TUMMY-TRIMMING TUNICS If you’re looking for a dress to hide all of your lumps and bumps in an instant, this is the one for you. Visit womanmagazine.co.uk/slimmingdresses for more fab frocks…

Feel better Headaches are one of the most common health complaints in the UK, with over 10 million of us suffering. But did you know the cause could be as simple as bad posture and tension? Pilates is a great way to relax the body. Find a class at bodycontrolpilates.com. Stop those cravings It’s the British Heart Foundation’s No Smoking Day on 9 March, so it’s the perfect time to kick the habit. Nicotine replacements are ideal for reducing withdrawal symptoms such as irritability, frustration and anger. NiQuitin Minis Lozenges (£15, boots.com) release nicotine to curb the urge to smoke, along with a burst of refreshing mint. Sleep tight Stress and worry keep almost half of us awake at night. Holland & Barrett’s Creamy Camomile With Cocoa (£5.99, hollandandbarrett.com) contains…

Pepperoni caulizza This clever recipe uses cauliflower for the base and spiced Slimming World sausages as pepperoni. SERVES 4 READY IN 50 MINS • 600g cauliflower, chopped• 3 large eggs, lightly beaten• Salt and freshly ground black pepper• Low-calorie cooking spray• 4 Slimming World Syn-Free Pork Sausages, from Iceland• 1tsp sweet smoked paprika• 1tsp dried chilli flakes• 100g passata with basil• 100g mini plum tomatoes, halved• 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced• 1/ 2 red onion, chopped• 1/ 2 yellow pepper, deseeded and roughly chopped• 100g quark• Rocket or basil leaves to garnish 1 Preheat the oven to 200°C, Gas 6 and line a 25cm pizza tin with non-stick baking parchment. Pulse the cauliflower in a food processor until you have fine crumbs. Tip the crumbs into a bowl, cover and microwave on high for 7-8 mins or until softened. Leave to cool. 2 Add…

PARALLEL LIVES All The Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr This Pulitzer-Prize winner interweaves the stories of Marie-Laure, a blind girl in occupied France who flees with her father, and Werner, a gifted orphan in Germany who catches the eye of the Hitler Youth. LIVES RUINED My Own Dear Brother by Holly Müller Thirteen-year-old Ursula lives in Nazi-controlled Austria. When some prisoners escape from the nearby concentration camp, her mother starts an affair and her beloved brother swears allegiance to Hitler, leaving Ursula alone and threatened. END OF TIMES Our Endless Numbered Days by Claire Fuller Peggy Hillcote is eight, and living with her father and concert pianist mother in London. Then her survivalist father takes her away to live with him in…