Innholdsfortegnelse for 08-Mar-2021 i Woman

My youngest daughter declared that she’d like to become a vegetarian this week and, from memory, I think I did something similar around her age too. When I asked why she would like to make that decision, she told me that she understood that eating meat wasn’t very environmentally friendly and we should be trying to eat less. So, we agreed to having two or three vegetarian meals a week, something I am going to try hard to sustain for her. Fortunately, we have an article on going meat-free two days a week (p28) so I’ll be reading it closely. Have a good week and wish me luck!…

Jennifer Lopez J-Lo has never been one to shy away from a daring outfit and when she performed with Shakira at the Super Bowl last year, it was no different. The singer wore a racy bejewelled bodysuit. But following the show, over 1,300 viewers complained about it being ‘tasteless’, which Jennifer, 51, labelled ‘silliness’. The pop star said, ‘We [put on] a show that I believe was a celebration of women and our Latino culture.’ Susanna Reid When breakfast TV star Susanna, 50, wore this eye-catching green dress on Good Morning Britain, some fans complained she was ‘showing too much cleavage for this time of day’. But the presenter laughed it off and joked, ‘Shocker! Woman has cleavage.’ Holly Willoughby This Morning’s Holly wore a pink princess dress with a…

Dream big L’Oréal Paris Bambi Oversized Eye Mascara, £10.99, Superdrug, is the new and improved version of the original Bambi Eye Mascara for even bigger lashes that last longer. Slowly spin the wand as you comb through lashes to get the most from this product. Wide-awake eyes The curved wand of Max Factor Rise & Shine Lift & Volume Mascara, £12.99, Boots, nestles snugly into the base of your lashes and really grabs on to the hairs for eye-opening impact. Defining moments For full-bodied lashes that don’t skimp on length, try Rimmel Wonder’Luxe Volume Mascara, £8.99, Boots. This volumising mascara contains a mix of argan and camellia oils to nourish your lashes while you wear it. Unlimited lashes The no-clump formula of Maybelline Snapscara, £7.99, Superdrug, means you can layer…

Essential oils have been used for centuries – for good reason, says Dr Chris Etheridge, medical herbalist and advisor to Puressentiel, which produces products based on essential oils and from natural origin. ‘They’re extracted from plants and contain a range of bioactive substances from antioxidants and anti-inflammatories, to antibacterial and antiviral substances.’ Here’s which ones to use – and when – for the best results. MARJORAM FOR... ACHING JOINTS A great muscle relaxant because of its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. Try adding to a base oil and massaging into affected joints. TRY: Puressentiel Muscles & Joints Gel (£8 for 60ml, Holland & Barrett) which includes a mix of essential oils, including marjoram. FRANKINCENSE FOR... STRESS ‘This is uplifting, while still helping to relax and calm the mind, making…

TROPICAL FLAVOURS Whitley Neill’s limited-edition Watermelon and Kiwi Gin gives a fresh and fruity flavour twist to a G&T, spritzer, gin-secco or cocktail. £26, 70cl, Tesco. SPRING FRESH Enjoy Berczy alcoholic sparkling water, in Lemon & Lime, Peach & Raspberry and Passionfruit & Turmeric flavours. £2.30, 250ml, berczydrinks.com and Amazon. KYLIE’S ROSÉ There’s a new addition to Kylie Minogue’s wine range that was launched last year. It’s a pretty pale-peach coloured Côtes de Provence rosé with zesty fruit flavours. Perfect for Mother’s Day, £15, 75cl, only at Morrisons.…

Tonal vases Add colour with accessories if you don’t want to invest in a bold sofa Pendant lights The easiest way to update a ceiling light is with a pendant style to avoid re-wiring…

The happy sleep formula Do you struggle to nod off at bedtime and wake feeling sluggish? Change your duvet tog with the seasons. For warmer nights, opt for a 4.5 tog, 10.5 for spring and 13.5 for winter. Why? Your environment should be 17C to keep the body at a tepid temperature for a good night’s sleep.* Choose wine! Fancy a drink? New research** suggests that opting for wine over spirits is the healthier choice! Those who favoured spirits had 25% increased risk of death and a 31% higher risk of major cardiovascular events compared to people who drank wine. Supplement your fitness goals If your focus is on gaining muscle mass, swap your fitness supplements for the new PE Nutrition range. It has everything you need (£10, for 600g…

Do the preparation Make sure you’re physically relaxed and also emotionally at ease. Be sure to use lots of lubrication. Indulge in extended foreplay, working from the furthest parts of your body slowly towards your genitals. Choose the right moves Genital touch is far more likely than intercourse to give the best results. Varying between clitoris and vagina is better than focussing on one spot alone. And gentle, teasing stroking will have more effect than hard and strong touching. Avoid the blocks Take it slowly – rushing destroys the rhythm. Be gentle – anything too forceful will lower arousal. Leave a little time between climaxes, to avoid getting sore and over-sensitive.…

ARIES 21 Mar – 20 Apr Make sure you get the facts straight first, don’t act on rumour or insufficient information. Looking back, you’ll be so glad you didn’t respond to a challenge immediately. For your reading ☎ 09058 172557 TAURUS 21 Apr – 21 May Although you know money isn’t everything, it does buy peace of mind. The entry of Mars into the money area of your chart will help boost your funds and resolve financial issues. For your reading ☎ 09058 172558 GEMINI 22 May – 22 Jun In the coming few weeks, you may come to learn the wisdom of that little maxim, never lend money to a friend. That’s if you want to keep the friendship. For your reading ☎ 09058 172559 CANCER…

WAFFLES + MOCHI NETFLIX Michelle Obama will star in this series which aims to teach kids the joys of home cooking. The former First Lady will play a supermarket owner, alongside a duo of puppets who travel the world in a magical trolley to sample different food. BEAR GRYLLS: MISSION SURVIVE ITV The survival expert and adventurer will be joined by former England rugby union player Jonny Wilkinson in this one-off documentary, which will follow the duo as they take on the wild. ROMAN KEMP ON MALE SUICIDE AND DEPRESSION BBC3 ONLINE The Capital Breakfast DJ looks at the high rates of suicide and what can be done to help those who are struggling in this one-off documentary about male mental health. CELEBRITY 5 GO FISHING…

Jab worries Radio 2 DJ Jo Whiley had been campaigning for learning disabled people to have the COVID-19 vaccine when her learning disabled sister, Frances, caught the virus in her care home. As the mum of a learning disabled young woman, I am truly grateful for everything Jo has done for this vulnerable community. Free Britney Every record industry executive should be made to watch the shocking new documentary Framing Britney Spears. The way in which the young Britney was marketed then thrown to the wolves is shocking to watch in hindsight. Let’s hope the next generation of pop stars never has to suffer like this.…

LOUISE: ‘I WISH I’D TRIED TO SAVE MY MARRIAGE’ Louise Redknapp has confessed she could have worked harder to save her marriage to Jamie Redknapp, instead of ‘running’. In a candid new interview, Louise – who shares two children, Charley, 16, and Beau, 12, with Jamie – admitted, ‘I should have paused and thought about other people and had just a bit more time to work out why I felt I couldn’t do it any more.’ Looking back, the singer has now hinted she and Jamie could have worked things out. ‘I wish I’d tried. I want to say to anyone thinking of running, “Just slow down. Don’t run.” Stop, say what you need, say what you think, don’t be afraid to say what’s going on. You don’t have to…

Meghan’s big tell-all Will spilling the beans come at a cost? News that the Sussexes will finally break their silence in a tell-all Oprah interview was met with a collective gasp across the Atlantic. Before those sharp intakes of breath were exhaled, people were asking what this might mean for the Royal Family, and whether Harry and Meghan have now burned their bridges for good. Central to Palace fears is the fact that the couple have been stripped of all royal duties following a 12-month review of the so-called ‘Megxit Deal’. Will they use this as a chance to hit back at the way senior royals and courtiers have handled negotiations? There is no doubt Harry and Meghan have been vilified since quitting royal life last year. Clearly they have…

When Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced a nationwide lockdown on 23 March 2020, few would have predicted that nearly a year later, we’d still find ourselves confined to our homes. In that time, we’ve forgone countless social gatherings with friends, beach holidays and time spent with loved ones, all in the name of complying with the unmistakable ‘stay at home’ message. But while most of us were adhering to instruction, a huge 27% admitted to breaking the rules*, including a whole host of celebrities. Britain’s Got Talent judge Amanda Holden is just one of the stars who has most recently admitted to flouting. The 50-year-old said she was ‘devastated’ to have to break lockdown rules when she travelled to see her mum, Judith, 71, and stepdad, Leslie, 75, in Cornwall…

1 Reconsider your cleanser Skin feeling dry and in need of some TLC? You might want t swap your regular face wash f gentle cleansing balm or cream. Look for formulas rich in ingredients such as shea butt and calendula, which offer anti-inflammatory and skin-nurturing properties. We like: Green People Cleanser & Makeup Remover, £20, it c calendula and shea butter, as w as squalane, which helps aid hydration levels and restor sebum production. 2 Your SOS lotion Whether our faces are dry, sensitive, or suddenly feeling raw – there’s one wonder cream we always reach for. Avène Skin Recovery Cream, £17.50, is a skincare tool that everyone should have on standby. Its caring formula cuddles the skin, seeming to fix every type of inflammation. With immediate soothing effects, it…

Cutting out meat has become increasingly popular. In fact, 20%* of Brits turned to vegetarianism during the 2020 pandemic, with 43% saying environmental, health and animal rights were their reasons. If you don’t want to completely give up meat, you can adopt a flexitarian diet. Cutting back on meat consumption, even two days a week, can still boost your health and have a positive effect on the environment. So what do you need to consider? And what meat-free alternatives can you eat to ensure you’re still getting essential nutrients and vitamins? Our experts weigh in… THINGS TO CONSIDER ‘If you are thinking about going plant-based, you should make the most of nutritious foods such as vegetables, beans, pulses and lentils, which are a rich source of key minerals,’ says Healthspan…

THE MAR-MIGHTIEST HOT CROSS BUNS Marmite lovers are in for a treat with M&S’ latest hot cross bun flavour, Cheese & Marmite! These soft, fluffy buns – made with mature Cheddar, red Leicester and Marmite, of course – get the thumbs up from us, especially when they’re toasted and slathered with M&S Creamy Marmite Butter, too! £1.65, 4-pack, or £2.50 for 2-pack. STARS IN THEIR PIES It’ll be love at first bite with Iceland’s American-inspired Luxury Sticky Rib Pies. Filled with tender pork rib meat and crispy bacon in a barbecue sauce, they give you all the deliciousness of sticky ribs, but without the mess! Serve with some frozen mixed veg and dinner is sorted, £2, 2-pack. HAVE YOU TRIED THE NEW YORK BAKERY CO SOURDOUGH DELI BAGELS YET? THEY’RE…

Leek and bacon tartlets This classic combination of flavours is oh-so satisfying MAKES 6 PREP 10 MINS COOK 40 MINS ✱ 100g streaky bacon, diced ✱ 20g butter ✱ 2 leeks, trimmed and thinly sliced ✱ 100ml white wine ✱ 6tbsp creme fraiche ✱ 500g block puff pastry ✱ 4 sprigs of thyme, leaves picked 1 Heat the oven to 190C/Gas 5. Fry the bacon for about 10 mins until starting to brown but still pink. Set aside. 2 Heat the butter in the same pan and fry the leeks, seasoned with salt and pepper, for about 5 mins. Pour in the wine and bubble for another 5 mins until the leeks are soft and most of the liquid has evaporated. Stir 3tbsp of the creme fraiche through the leeks,…

I THINK I MAY HAVE TAKEN ON TOO MUCH WITH MY NEW DOG The idea of getting a puppy is most attractive, but the reality is often far from what many expect. A puppy is HARD work. Not only do they need constant attention and monitoring, they don’t all follow the rulebook. What works for one when it comes to toilet training, may not be successful with the next. Some breeds are known as being ‘hard work’ when younger, particularly those that were once used as working stock, such as the cocker spaniel, border collie and Siberian husky. However, temperament and energy levels are not always breed dependent, and you could easily find yourself with a hyper shih tzu or Maltese. It is not uncommon, around the age of puberty,…

Sarah Ferguson once uttered the words, ‘He’ll always be my handsome prince,’ about her ex-husband Prince Andrew. The sentiment still rings true, as royal commentator Jennie Bond exclusively tells Woman, ‘Sarah would do anything for him, she would walk to the end of the Earth and even take all the blame for him.’ And with reports that the pair could be planning to tie the knot again after welcoming their first grandchild together, it seems clear that their relationship is better than ever… Wedding bells? ‘I SUSPECT THEY SHARE A BED’ According to US reports, Fergie, 61, and Prince Andrew, 61, could be considering remarrying in order to help Andrew with his legal problems, which have stemmed from his association with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Sources claim…

One of the nicest presenters on TV and radio, Rylan Clark-Neal has not stopped working for the past few years, popping up on shows such as Supermarket Sweep, Strictly Come Dancing: It Takes Two and, of course, his popular BBC Radio 2 show. But with the coronavirus pandemic sending the country into several national lockdowns, the 32-year-old has finally been able to spend more quality time with his husband Dan, 41, at their home in Essex – something that’s a welcome change for Rylan. Here, the TV star opens up about life chez Clark-Neal… Hi Rylan! How has life in lockdown been for you? Lockdown has made me very thankful. I took some things for granted before. I didn’t have the time off [back then] to take it all in,…

Charlotte Hawkins GET THE LOOK If anyone can pull off a figure-hugging denim jumpsuit, it’s presenter Charlotte, 45. She stuns in the button-up one-piece, which she pairs with heels for extra height. Kerry Washington GET THE LOOK Pretty in polka dots, actor Kerry, 44, keeps it classic, pairing a gorgeous pussybow blouse with jeans. The slim fit and heels create a streamlined silhouette. Jenni Falconer GET THE LOOK Step out in style like presenter Jenni, 45, in a head-to-toe pastel look. We love her baby-blue tailored coat, which ties the whole sophisticated look together. Laura Dern GET THE LOOK Actor Laura, 54, wows in a trendy leather dress. She layers it over a frilly neckline top for a chic ensemble. Extra style points are awarded for the tonal suede boots.…

1 CRICKET CRACKERS Dip your toe into the world of eating sustainable and nutritious insects with Small Giants Cracker Bites, made with 15% cricket flour. Choose from Rosemary & Thyme and Tomato & Oregano flavours, £1.50, 40g, Sainsbury’s. 2 POPPED LOTUS SEEDS Think of Karma Bites as popcorn with extra benefits! Crunchy and light, they’re low-cal and low in cholesterol, fat and sodium, too. Flavours include Peri-Peri, Wasabi, Himalayan Pink Salt, Caramel and Coconut & Vanilla, from £1.39, 25g, Ocado. 3 HAZELNOT BAR Yes that’s right, NOMO Hazelnot Smooth Filled Choc Bar is the first vegan and free-from bar with a hazelnut flavour, but without the nuts. So, as the name says, there’s no missing out with this bar, 90p, 38g, Sainsbury’s.…

‘I FEEL PRIVILEGED TO HAVE A ROLE IN THEIR LIVES’ Charlie Beswick, 42, is the founder of Mindset Management Coaching and Training, and lives in Stokeon-Trent with fiancé Andrew, 47, her twin boys, Oliver and Harry, 15, and Andrew’s children Benedicta, 16, and Harrison, 13. I suppose you could say I became a stepmum in January 2012, when I was first introduced to Andrew’s children. We’d been together for nine months by that point, keen to take things extremely slowly when it came to blending our families together. ‘I WAS INCREDIBLY NERVOUS’ I had twin boys from a previous relationship, Oliver and Harry, then five, and Andrew had Benedicta, also five, and Harrison, three. It was important to me that things started out on a positive note, so with Andrew…

Supplements for vegans to boost protein levels Q I read your page about plant-based diets being associated with a lower risk of death and have decided to go from veggie to vegan. Apart from vitamin B12, is there anything else I need to take? Philippa says A It’s estimated that one in 100 people in the UK are now vegan. It is possible to meet all your nutritional needs from a vegan diet, but you need to meet all your protein needs and vitamin B12 requirements – which is why many people choose to take a B12 supplement. People on a vegan diet are 43% more likely to have a bone fracture and this may be related to a lack of calcium, so it is important to check you have…

Her insults make me orgasm! Q I’m a man in my fifties and have always had problems reaching climax. It takes me ages to get aroused, and then ages again to tip over the edge. The only thing that helps me is if my partner yells insults at me while we’re making love. But, of course, that isn’t something most women really want to do. And also, I’d much prefer to be able to climax naturally and in an affectionate way. Have you any helpful hints or tips that I might try? Susan says A As you’ve had this problem all your life, the difficulty is probably deep-rooted. And, as you need a specific trigger to overcome the problem, it’s probably a psychological issue. For both these reasons, you need…

Adjusting the golden band on her head, I proudly took a picture of my daughter, Carmela, six, ahead of her big adventure. She was about to embark on a fundraising mission to complete a 300km walk (more than 180 miles). Dressed as Wonder Woman, she was living up to the name of her favourite superhero. Because while walking such a distance would be tough for anyone, for Carmela, it was nothing short of a miracle. ‘IT WAS THE WORST NEWS EVER’ When Carmela was born in March 2014, my husband, Darren, then 42, and I were in awe of how perfect she was. But, back at home, as we adjusted to our new role of parents, it wasn’t long before our happiness became feelings worry concern. We began to notice…

60 SECOND INTERVIEW TOM ALLEN In Sky One’s Dating No Filter, Tom and fellow comedians, including Joel Dommett, Josh Widdicombe and Suzi Ruffell provide hilarious commentary as they watch singletons go on first dates. Here, he tells us more… What made you sign up for Dating No Filter? It just felt like a fun, light-hearted look at the world of dating and it meant I got to hang out with my friend Suzi, and analyse dates from afar. It was a chance to be nosy at other people going on a date. I used to have to go to a Carluccio’s to do that, but now it’s a TV show! What did you enjoy most while filming the series? I’m not very good at dating myself, so it was also…

A scientist has just discovered that adult female giraffes who spend time with lots of other females live longer than less sociable animals. Monica Bond mapped a giraffe social network in Africa and found female giraffes that socialised in groups with at least three other females are more likely to survive than solitary individuals. Way to go! Girl gangs should be prescribed by GPs because they are the greatest mental health support in this pandemic – even if we can’t get together in person. Actor and Killing Eve writer Phoebe Waller-Bridge says, ‘Friendships are the greatest romances of our lives.’ And she’s absolutely right. Mum friends at my daughter’s special needs school have been there for me in the darkest days of the pandemic. In the first lockdown, my dearest…