Innholdsfortegnelse for 27-Jan-2020 i Woman

It’s the love story none of us wanted to end. But now, 15 years on, Brad and Jen seem closer then ever. Will the best looking couple in showbiz reunite? Turn to page 6 for all the goss. Christmas might be a distant memory but my love handles are a daily reminder of all that wonderful cheese! If you’re feeling the same, try the diet plan on page 32. And to cheer yourself up on these short days, treat yourself at Curvissa – find 20% off on page 20. Enjoy!…

It’s the story the world wants to read – that former golden couple Jennifer Aniston and Brad Pitt are reunited. This year will mark the 15th anniversary of a split that sent shock waves through Hollywood and left fans asking: if Jen, now 50, and Brad, 56, couldn’t make it work, then who could? Since then, they’ve both remarried and divorced – and, at the recent Golden Globe Awards, Brad spoke on the record about his former wife for the first time in almost a decade. When a journalist bluntly – but correctly – told Brad fans were desperate for him and Jen to be snapped together on the red carpet, he replied, ‘I’ll run into Jen. She’s a good friend.’ Then, referring to Jen reuniting with her former Friends…

Having played husband and wife in the first two series of The Crown, Matt Smith and Claire Foy have since starred as a married couple in the play Lungs at the Old Vic Theatre, set to transfer to New York. They have also been spending more time together, amid rumours that Matt has split from his girlfriend of five years. Body language expert Judi James tells us what’s really going on… ‘Flattering and flirty’ This picture shows that, ‘Claire and Matt are close in real life as well as on screen, as they use the kind of interest signals that look flattering and even (in Claire’s case) almost flirty,’ Judi says. The fact that Claire is beaming is ‘a grin of approval and interest for his words and his delivery’,…

Davina McCall GET THE LOOK Copy Davina, 52, by dressing in one head-turning shade. Red looks chic when teamed with darker accessories. Frankie Bridge GET THE LOOK Singer Frankie, 31, looks stunning in yellow and black, a winning colour combo that’s easy to wear. Dame Emma Thompson GET THE LOOK Looking effortlessly cool, Dame Emma, 60, works the utility trend well, adding her own twist with fab metallic loafers. Amanda Holden GET THE LOOK Presenter Amanda, 48, shows how to dress down a pleated skirt by pairing it with a leather jacket and trainers.…

REUSABLE MASK Charlotte Tilbury Instant Magic Facial Dry Sheet Mask, £18 The fabric of this innovative at-home treatment is infused with hardworking ingredients to leave your skin glowing. 100% NATURAL DEODORANT The Natural Deodorant Co Clean Deodorant Balm, £12.50, naturaldeoco.com Sodium bicarbonate stops the bacteria that cause body odour. PLASTIC-LESS SHAMPOO Ethique Tone It Down Purple Solid Shampoo, £14, ethique.co.uk Keep brassy tones at bay in blonde or silver hair by washing with this purple-toned bar once a week. It’s sulphate-free so won’t produce lots of lather. RECYCLABLE PACKAGED TOOTHPASTE Georganics Natural Toothpaste in Spearmint, £6.90, georganics.com Day-to-day changes make the difference, so trading in your toothpaste and turning off the tap while you brush is a great way to be eco-friendly. FAIRTRADE BATH…

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‘IT’S FINALLY ALL ABOUT ME’ Clare O’Reilly is a journalist who lives in Plymouth with husband, Jon, and three children, Eddie, 15, Sammy, 11, and Annie, eight. As someone who spent her first four decades desperately trying to fit in, the day I hit 40 felt like an epiphany – like I had finally arrived. I’d met Jon at 23, and my 20s and 30s were spent raising our children and trying to establish a career and financial security. I was working excessively long hours in Australia, New York and London around childcare arrangements. Put bluntly, life was about everyone else but me, yet at 40, for the first time, I feel like I’m in a position where the hard work, sleepless nights and tears (mine, not the children’s!) are…

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OUR SON GAVE EVERYTHING UP Q My son did well at school and university, landed a good job and prospered, but about three years ago, he suddenly gave it all up. He moved out of his flat, started ‘sofa surfing’. We gave him his room back (my sewing room for 10 years!) and he’s stayed. He’s had a series of temporary jobs, doesn’t pay us anything and he shows no intention of making any more permanent arrangements. He seems content, and says that he did it because he decided it was a mug’s game paying taxes to a greedy government. We love him but we’ve had enough. Suzie says A Tell him you’ve had enough of the mug’s game of looking after a fully functioning adult as if he were…

Most resolutions hardly outlast the Christmas turkey leftovers. Yet forget willpower, forget determination, I’ve designed these resolutions for action. Do them now and the impact will last all year long. Best thing is to put aside a couple of hours to blitz through them all – it could save you thousands. This year I resolve to... ..shop & save for next Christmas NOW. Pre-Christmas is the most expensive time to buy, January sales the cheapest, so if you can, buy now to save next Christmas. Plus put a twelfth of the cost aside each month, in a savings account and let them pay you interest (see point 6). ...check if I can slash £1,000s off the year’s mortgage repayments. Mortgage rates are near all-time lows. So everyone check right now…

Annette Badland As the latest series of Midsomer Murders continues, the former EastEnders actress tells us about playing pathologist Dr Fleur Perkins and her dream guest star… What do you like about playing Fleur? It’s wonderful to play a woman who’s not young, but has a mind, a sex life, some interesting hobbies and who can give the boys as good as they get! How have the viewers responded? They like that she can put the men in their place and they relish her dry wit. I have noticed on Twitter I am getting a few more male followers, too! Fleur features quite a bit in this week’s story, Miniature Murders… The episode focuses a little more on Fleur as she moves close to the Barnabys, which is a lot…

‘EACH OF US SECRETLY THINKS WE’RE THE ONE WHO GOT LUCKY’Greg James’ wife Bella says the most romantic thing ever. Rumour has it… How incredible were the pics of Adele on holiday? Her trainer told reporters she doesn’t like exercise much, which makes her weight loss all the more remarkable. Don’t overdo it, though, lovely. You were beautiful as you were – someone like you, but bigger. Egg-chic Segway reckons its S-Pod mobile, egg-shaped chair is the future of travel. It has one thing going for it – you look so ridiculous driving one, it’s never going to get stolen.…

Ruth’s lifestyle OVERHAUL Ruth Langsford is back on the fitness bandwagon after her ‘life was turned completely upside down’ following the death of her sister, Julia Johnson last year. The 59-year-old has been sharing her journey on Instagram and told her followers she’s trying to walk 10,000 steps a day with the help of her dog, Maggie. She said, ‘TRYING to get back on my #10000steps a day… Maggie’s my motivator!’ Ruth went further to prove how motivated she is in 2020 as she didn’t even let the poor weather conditions put her off: ‘Walked VERY briskly today. it’s SO cold.’ Having lost her sister so suddenly it’s perhaps no surprise that Ruth is making her and Eamonn’s health a priority. According to our insider, ‘Ruth wants to look after…

There’s no denying The Body Coach, AKA Joe Wicks, is a busy man. He and his wife Rosie have only just started settling into being a family of four, having welcomed their second child, Marley, just before Christmas – only 16 months after they had their first, Indie. Now the 33-year-old, who has  nine bestselling cookbooks under his belt, is on a mission to encourage families to cook from scratch and exercise together. Here, Joe tells Woman why he’s bringing his children up very differently to his own upbringing, and why he won't stop at just the two… Hi, Joe! You’ve recently become a dad for the second time. What do you love about fatherhood? I really enjoy helping Indie to become a sensitive and loving person. As a kid,…

1 Use smooth toothpaste Whitening toothpastes are a great way to maintain your smile, but make sure you pick carefully. ‘Use whitening toothpastes without micro granules,’ says cosmetic dental surgeon Dr Nina Bal. ‘Many whitening toothpastes are very abrasive. They give an illusion of whitening the teeth but actually remove enamel, making the tooth even more porous.’ We love gentle yet effective Arm & Hammer Natural Clean + White, £2.99. 2 Have a blast If you’re worried about stains on your teeth but can’t commit to pricey professional whitening, airflow polishing could be the perfect solution. It can be performed by your hygienist and involves blasting a mixture of water, air and fine powders to deep clean the front and back of your teeth. It’s good value, usually costing around…

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PESTO PERFECTION When time is short, basil pesto will always come to the rescue, but for a flavour change try Filippo Berio’s new pestos, Chargrilled Pepper and Grilled Vegetable. They give an instant flavour hit and, as well as serving with pasta, they’re great for dolloping on a potato, spreading over pizza and topping fish or chicken. £2, 190g, Ocado. BRILLIANT BROTHS Make light work of ramen with Itsu brilliant’broths. Available in three flavours – chicken ramen, classic ramen and miso mushroom – at M&S. Combine with M&S stir-fry veg, noodles and protein, such as Chilli Tofu Edamame Beans or Sweet Soy & Ginger Flat Iron Steaks, and you’ve got a restaurant-style dish in minutes. £2, serves 2. WHETHER YOU LIKE YOUR COFFEE FROTHY OR FLAT, ALPRO BARISTA SOYA, OAT…

Tarragon chicken and fennel bake with baby carrots and pearl onions This might just be the easiest traybake in the world, requiring very little preparation. SERVES 4 ✱ 1 large fennel bulb, trimmed, cut into eight, fronds chopped ✱ 12 baby onions or small shallots, peeled and trimmed ✱ 16 baby carrots, washed and trimmed ✱ 8 free-range chicken thighs and drumsticks, skin on ✱ 4 cloves garlic, crushed ✱ 2tbsp chopped fresh tarragon ✱ Grated zest and juice of 1 lemon ✱ 3tbsp olive oil ✱ Salt and pepper ✱ 5tbsp dry white wine ✱ 4tbsp crème fraîche ✱ 1tbsp wholegrain mustard You will need: a large roasting tin  1 Preheat oven to 220C/Fan 200C/ Gas 7 and grease a large roasting tin. 2 Place fennel pieces, onions, carrots…

Curing depression with over the counter drugs Q I recently read that taking medicines like ibuprofen and aspirin help with depression. How does that work and should I take them? Philippa says A If you are suffering with symptoms of low mood, anxiety or depression, please first of all see your doctor. Ibuprofen and aspirin could interact with other medication you are taking or cause problems. The evidence for them being useful in depression is still in the research stage. Depression is not thought to be an inflammatory disorder, but in some cases inflammation can be seen on scans with some patients who have depression. However this is at the research stage only, please don’t self-medicate and make sure that you see your doctor first. I WANT TO CHANGE MY…

Torn between ending things or caring for him Q My husband and I have been having relationship difficulties for two decades – frankly, the only thing keeping us together has been our great sex life. But now my husband’s poor health means he can’t get an erection. He is feeling terrible about that, while I’m feeling frustrated and am ready to leave. But I also feel it’s not fair on him to walk out when he’s in so much emotional pain. So should I stay? Susan says A Are you really ready to leave? If you still care enough to worry about your husband’s pain, it’s likely worthwhile trying again. After so many unhappy years, though, you’ll need professional support – contact relate.org.uk. That said, if after that your relationship…

See the bell my daughter Sophia is ringing? It marks both an end and a new beginning for our family. What you can’t see is the relief on my face and the tears in my eyes, knowing that, after two and a half long, hard years, Sophia is finally cancer-free. I first suspected something was wrong with Sophia, then two, in June 2017. She’d always been loud and independent, singing at the top of her lungs and insisting on walking everywhere. So when she stopped singing and started begging to be carried, I knew something was wrong. At first, I thought it could be chickenpox, as it was circulating in her nursery, but the spots never came out, so I called 111. Doctors advised we take her to our local…

PAUL’S GUEST APPEARANCE  Great British Bake Off star Paul Hollywood’s new girlfriend has roped him into judging the local pub’s Bake Off competition to raise money for The Smarden Parish Council. Paul – who split from Summer Monteys-Fullam last year – is dating 36-year-old pub landlord Melissa Spalding. Fair play! ALEX ‘NERVOUS’ TO GO BACK TO WORK The One Show star, Alex Jones, revealed she was ‘nervous’ to return to work after her maternity leave came to an end. The 42-year-old said she felt ‘anxious yet excited’ in a candid Instagram post following the birth of her second child in May last year. ‘I’m out of practice,’ she added. BAD NEWS FOR BEATRICE?  Princess Beatrice’s upcoming nuptials to Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi will not be broadcast on television, despite ITV…

Louise loses the curls Having risen to fame in girl group Eternal, Louise Redknapp, 45, (formerly Nurding) was a fresh-faced girl-next-door type with a casual fashion style. When she attended the BRIT Awards in 1997 at 23, she copied the iconic Baby character’s look from 80s film Dirty Dancing with a curly perm. But fast-forward 22 years, and the now solo singer’s grown-up look is more eye-catching and sleek – mainly thanks to the popularity of hair straighteners! Lorraine turns back time Having graced our screens on breakfast TV for three decades, Lorraine Kelly, 60, looks younger than ever – and she’s not afraid to admit it. ‘The 80s and 90s were not kind. I cringe a bit, looking back,’ she has confessed. ‘Fashion is something I’ve never bothered about…

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1 GOURMET NOODLE POTS Just add a splash of water to enjoy Mr Lee’s vegan Dragon Fire Vegetables and Zen Garden Vegetables Noodles. They’re under 208 cals, gluten-free and plant-based. £2.50, 58g, Asda, Holland & Barrett and Ocado. 2 VEGAN LUNCH BOWLS High in protein and fibre, fiid nourishing lunch bowls will keep you feeling fuller for longer. Choose from Black Bean Chilli, Chickpea Tagine and Sundried Tomato & Lentil Ragu, which all come in at less than 360 cals a pack. £3.50, 400g, Ocado and Sainsbury’s. 3 WARMING SOUP  Yorkshire Provender Richard’s Carrot & Red Lentil soup is less than 150 cals per half pot and the winning recipe of the Big Broth competition, raising money for Centrepoint and helping homeless young people. £2.60, 600g, Waitrose.…

THE DAUGHTER ‘SHE CAN DRINK MOST PEOPLE UNDER THE TABLE’ Eileen Roell, 31, manages a dog-grooming salon and lives in London. Lying in bed the other night, I was falling asleep when a familiar noise woke me. Downstairs, I could hear my housemate Sue tottering around in her heels, the clink of a glass as she poured some wine, then music blaring from the living room. Sighing with exasperation, I shouted, ‘Keep the noise down, some of us are trying to sleep!’ Sue is my 60-year-old mother. She’s a party animal and shows no signs of calming down. She can drink most people under the table, owns the dance floor at a party and never knows when to call it a night. By contrast, I’m the sensible one. My parents…

Give hemp tea a try Pukka Herbs Peace Tea (£2.50, Tesco) is packed with soothing ashwagandha, hemp and chamomile to help ease your stress and calm any digestive troubles. Think of it as calm in a cup. Snack smart Feeling a bit peckish? Then why not reach for BEPPS Black Eyed Pea Puff Snacks (£1.79, Tesco)? Made from peas, they contain more protein and fibre than traditional crisps and satisfy your cravings just as well. Take your vitamin D It’s more effective than a flu jab, according to research.* Scientists found that vitamin D helps to reduce the risk of colds and flu – especially in those who don’t get enough vitamin D from sunlight or their diet.…

Reward the good Be crystal clear with your man when he gets it right. Show him – using sounds, movements and words – when you like what he’s doing and want more of it. Then encourage him to keep on doing, and to repeat it often. Coach the less good When something’s not working, it’s kind, not rude, to suggest improvements. The gentlest way is to signal by touch. Words need to be soft requests not barked orders. Discuss the not good If he’s getting it wrong, say so. No, not during sex when he might feel criticised, but out of bed yet feeling close. And don’t list the problems, but request what you’d positively prefer.…

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Given up all New Year’s resolutions yet and turned dry January to gin-uary? Fear not, mere mortal, celebrities have their own advice to get you back on the wagon… The first offering comes from an unlikely source – Chris Evans. Yes, the same Chris Evans who spent much of his 30s falling out of Soho bars and getting through more luxury motors than a James Bond high-octane car chase. That same Chris now claims one of the secrets of a happy life is running five miles to work and five miles home every day. Writing a one-off advice column, he also recommends knocking booze on the head until the weekends and taking time to meditate – even by cleaning the kitchen between 6pm-7pm every evening. He gave up his phone…