Innholdsfortegnelse for 19-Apr-2021 i Woman

I’m so excited about this bumper issue of Woman. On top of our regular weekly mag full of goodies, we have a 32-page royal special packed great , some of the best royal experts and biographers. Should Camilla really be Queen? Are Kate and Wills about to add to their family? Revel in the recipes fit for a queen and enjoy looking back at some biggest the Royal Family. And, why not test your royal knowledge in our three-page quiz? Plus, we even have a free magazine on Meghan’s style worth £9.99 for every reader. Now, sit back, relax and enjoy.…

‘I NEVER DID DISLIKE MY BODY’ Weight loss hasn’t been easy, or indeed a priority, for anyone over the past year, with the coronavirus pandemic throwing all of our lives into chaos. But Dawn French has the attitude we should all adopt. The Vicar of Dibley star has famously battled with her weight over the years and, in 2011, she embarked on a strict weight-loss journey following the breakdown of her 25-year marriage to Sir Lenny Henry. Three years later, having lost 7st 7lb, Dawn revealed that her doctor had advised her to lose weight so that she was able to undergo a hysterectomy through keyhole surgery following a cancer scare. As Dawn explained, ‘Otherwise it would be big open surgery, and three months to recover.’ But she didn’t find…

Brad Pitt hasn’t been far from the headlines recently. He separated from his second wife Angelina Jolie in 2016, but five years on and things are turning increasingly sour. As Woman recently reported, Angelina is said to have claimed that she can ‘provide proof of domestic abuse’, while their 19-year-old son, Maddox, has testified against Brad in court, leaving the actor ‘heartbroken’. Brad, 57, is also thought to be feeling isolated from his other children, Zahara, 16, Pax, 17, Shiloh, 14, and twins Knox and Vivienne, 12 – turning to his ex-wife, Jennifer Aniston, once again to help him through. A messy divorce Brad and 45-year-old Angelina seemed like the picture-perfect couple when they got married in August 2014, following almost 10 years of dating. But just two years after…

✱ Dame Judi Dench quit a theatre role to nurse her husband, Michael Williams, at home after he was diagnosed with lung cancer. He died in January 2001. ✱ Corinna Schumacher, wife of seven-time Formula 1 champion Michael Schumacher, has stood by her husband ever since his life-changing skiing accident in December 2013. He still receives round-the-clock care. ✱ Dame Barbara Windsor’s husband, Scott Mitchell, became his wife’s carer after she was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2014. She passed away in December 2020, age 83.…

I’ll never forget the date, 20 October 2019, as my friend, Sarah*, came to visit me in a dream. She looked beautiful – her face glowing with health, her brown, corkscrew curls shiny and full. She was smiling at me and I awoke with a jolt, missing her terribly. It had been four years since we’d last spoken, which wasn’t to say I didn’t think of her often, and a part of me had always held onto the hope we would make amends one day. But after a quick search online later that day, I learnt that Sarah had passed away just 10 days prior. She was 50 years old. Sarah and I met at a spa on the Thai island of Koh Samui in 2013. It was Christmas and…

It’s no secret, we’re told, that the Duchess of Cambridge would love to have a fourth child. Kate has spoken at length about how motherhood has been a ‘rewarding and wonderful’ experience, and recently confessed she was ‘broody’ when she spotted a baby in the crowd during a royal engagement. But, according to our royal insider, there’s one person who may need a little more persuading… William has reservations Although Prince William adores Prince George, seven, Princess Charlotte, five, and Prince Louis, now nearly three, royal correspondent Jennie Bond says he has reservations about expanding their brood. ‘When Kate was asked if they would have another child, she seemed to indicate that William might not be quite so up for it or the prospect worried him. I think he feels…

Short stint in Canada Soon announcing decision to step back from royal duties in January last year, Prince Harry, 36, and Meghan, 39, moved to Vancouver with their son Archie, who turns two next month. Canada holds special memories for the pair, having made their first official public appearance in Toronto. Stateside success The Sussexes moved to LA, announcing plans for their TV and film company Archewell Productions. Before stepping down, Harry signed up to an Apple+ series on mental health with Oprah. The pair also signed lucrative contracts with Spotify and Netflix, and Meghan narrated Disney’s Elephant documentary. Opening up We’ve learnt a lot about the couple in the past year, with Meghan revealing her miscarriage and the pair releasing a podcast. Most recently, Harry opened up to James…

Arriving on his first day at the University of St Andrews in Scotland, Prince William was certainly dressed the part in baggy, light-wash jeans, a casual shirt and an oversized sweatshirt. The single prince was yet to know he’d be graduating with more than a degree… Kate Middleton took to the catwalk in this Charlotte Todd number for a charity show at St Andrews university. It was said to be the moment she caught William’s eye. We wonder why! After four years together, rumours were rife that the couple were in a rocky phase. Kate attended the Badminton Horse Trials with Wills’ best mate, wearing a casual look that screamed Sloane ranger. The couple went for formal attire for their engagement photo, with Wills in a smart navy suit and…

Alison Thomas, children and young people’s service and development manager at Cruse Bereavement Care, says, ‘Any reminders for a bereaved person can be difficult. This is why we often advise that if a person is feeling overwhelmed, they should stay away from the news and social media as it could intensify their grief. Some people take comfort in sharing their loved one’s memories and talking about them is a way of keeping their spirit alive. For these people , platforms such as social media may be helpful, as not only does it allow people to express their grief, it can help them to connect with others who have gone through a similar experience. The nature of grief is that it can change from day to day so we advise to…

1 PRINCESS EUGENIE RECENTLY GAVE BIRTH TO HER FIRST SON – BUT HOW MUCH DID HE WEIGH? A 8Ib 1oz B 9Ib 1oz C 7Ib 1oz 2 PRINCESS ANNE IS THE QUEEN’S SECOND-BORN, YET SHE’S CURRENTLY 15TH IN THE LINE OF SUCCESSION. WHY IS SHE SO FAR DOWN? A Back then, females were leap-frogged by males in the line of succession B She didn’t want to be Queen C She chose to walk away from royal life 3 THE DUKE AND DUCHESS OF SUSSEX FAMOUSLY DID A TELL-ALL INTERVIEW WITH AN AMERICAN CHAT-SHOW HOST, BUT WHO WAS IT WITH? A Kelly Clarkson B Ellen DeGeneres C Oprah Winfrey 4 WHICH MEMBER OF THE ROYAL FAMILY SAID THEY WERE FEELING ‘LUCKY’ TO HAVE ‘GOT AWAY LIGHTLY’ WITH THEIR CORONAVIRUS SCARE? A…

Chinese ✱ Small container of egg fried rice: 679 calories, 17.9g fat ✱ Sweet and sour chicken: 435 calories, 6.1g fat per serving ✱ Crispy duck and three pancakes: 403 calories, 21.8g fat ✱ Crispy chilli beef: 380 calories, 19g fat per serving ✱ Chicken chow mein: 361 calories, 8.3g fat per serving ✱ Prawn toast: 52 calories, 4.4g fat Domino’s ✱ Mighty Meaty (medium classic crust): 197 calories, 8.7g fat per slice) ✱ Vegetarian supreme (medium classic crust): 150 calories, 4.7g fat per slice ✱ Cheese and tomato (medium classic crust): 137 calories, 3.3g fat per slice ✱ Garlic pizza bread: 274 calories, 10g fat ✱ Garlic and herb dip: 87 calories, 9.4g fat McDonald’s ✱ Big Mac: 563 calories, 33g fat ✱ Medium fries: 387 calories, 18g fat…

Four things to know about student finance Calling it debt is unrepresentative Debt of £60,000 is enough to scare the pants off anyone. Indeed, it creates fear and dread in the homes of many young people considering university. Yet for most, even though it’s called a student loan, thinking of it as a debt is a nonsense, unrepresentative concept. In fact, once at uni, many realise, the real problem is the ‘loan’ isn’t big enough. While there is a legitimate political debate over how much of the cost of higher education should be paid for by the state and the individual, I won’t get into that. I just want to tell people about the system now. After all, if you don’t understand the true cost, how can you decide if…

Amanda s NEW GIG! Amanda Holden looks set to take the reins of a Blind Date reboot. It comes 30 years after Amanda, 50, appeared on the infamous show – formerly fronted by Cilla Black – as a contestant looking for love. The Britain’s Got Talent judge said it has ‘always been a dream of mine to have my own dating show’ and that she’s ‘working on something special with the BBC at the moment’. Now sources have revealed that the secret project is Blind Date. An insider said, ‘Execs are thrilled to have Amanda on board. She is perfect for a dating show because she has a great sense of humour. Everyone working on the show thinks she has the potential to be just like Cilla was years ago…

THE BOSS The former Corrie actor looked sleek and stylish in this figure-hugging black jumpsuit. Red-carpet glamour done right. WILD THING! You can never go wrong with animal print and Catherine has nailed it here. Plus, the tie-waist detail flatters her in all the right places. RAY OF SUNSHINE They say if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it, and Catherine knows she suits a jumpsuit. This colour is perfect on her and is giving us all the summer feels. LAVENDER VIBES She channeled her inner princess in this stunning lilac gown. The textured detail adds another dimension to what was already serious Hollywood glamour. FEELING DOTTY Keeping it simple yet classy in this black dress, Catherine elevated the look with nude heels and matching nails. ALL WHITE ON THE NIGHT…

THE DRESS Give this style-staple floral midi a refresh with raffia accessories and pastel hues. THE TOP This ruffle-detailed blouse adds a romantic touch to your everyday denim. THE SKIRT A pair of trainers will dress down feminine florals. THE TROUSER Smarten up joggers with a pussybow blouse and slingbacks for a sleek get-up.…

1 Where can I get prescription skincare? There are a number of great brands offering bespoke skincare routines, prescribed to you by a dermatologist. We suggest taking a look at Dermatica (dermatica.co.uk), Skin+Me (skinandme.com), InsitU (insitu.me) or Facetheory (facetheory.com), to get personalised products. They offer slightly different options, such as monthly subscriptions or custom routines, so shop around and pick one that suits you. 2 How do they work?  Skin+Me and Dermatica are subscription-based models, both starting from £19.99 a month. After an initial in-depth online consultation with a dermatologist, each month, a bottle of personalised skincare is posted to you. With Facetheory, you’ll need to fill out an online questionnaire and a whole routine will be generated for you from its existing product line. 3 Know your skin All…

Prince George The eldest Cambridge child has a routine like many other seven-year-olds. He waves to his mum and dad, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, after they drop him off at Thomas’s Battersea School for a day of fun and learning with his friends. Instead of having nannies do the school run, Kate and William insist on taking their children and picking them up. George is not referred to by his title at school, instead he has an adorable nickname: PG Tips - a play on his initials and the famous tea brand! A parent revealed, ‘George is really happy at school [and], his nickname is PG. He’s very popular and has lots of friends, and there’s very little fuss made about who he is.’ While at school George…

Princes William and Harry must squirm at the thought of the new Kristen Stewart movie about their mother and think, ‘Not again’. The film, Spencer, follows three days in Princess Diana’s life after the breakdown of her marriage to Prince Charles. It might have been nearly 24 years since Diana’s death, but our fixation with the People’s Princess feels as enduring as ever. The name and image of this complex, vivacious woman still fills newspapers, magazines, and dramas like The Crown and are the subject of endless documentaries, all due to the public still having an affectionate fascination for her. ‘LET’S CELEBRATE HER LIFE’ Diana was once the most famous person on our planet. The beautiful but shy nursery nurse who married the heir to the throne brought modernity glamour…

Meghan s courgette pasta Slow-cooked courgette pasta is one of the Duchess of Sussex’s go-to favourites. She likes to cook the vegetable in stock until tender and packed with flavour. SERVES 4 PREP 10 MINS COOK 15 MINS ✱ 1tbsp olive oil ✱ 2 cloves garlic, minced ✱ ½tsp chili flakes ✱ 2 medium or 1 large courgette, sliced thinly lengthways ✱ 100ml vegetable stock ✱ 350g pasta ✱ 30g parmesan cheese, grates, plus more to serve 1 Add oil to a frying pan, with the garlic and chilli and cook for 30 secs until fragrant. Add the courgette with a pinch of salt and cook for 5 mins until golden. Add stock and cook on a low heat for 30 mins until soft and tender. 2 Meanwhile, cook the…

Royal expert Jennie Bond ‘CAMILLA SHOULDN’T BE VILIFIED’ The Duchess of Cornwall is our future king’s beloved wife. A woman he adores and has long regarded as ‘non-negotiable’. She is down-to-earth, easy to talk to, funny, discreet and dignified. Yes, she had an adulterous affair with Prince Charles, an affair that broke Diana’s heart. But the brutal truth is that marriages do fail; people get hurt and the result is painful. ‘IT’S THE RESPECT SHE’S DUE’ It was messy, it was unpleasant and all three of them – Diana, Charles and Camilla – paid a high price. Diana finally agreed to a divorce that she hadn’t wanted, Charles was vilified, and Camilla was despised as the woman who had broken a fairy-tale marriage. A quarter of a century later, though,…

Bones mean power! And they do, they really do! As us girls get older and our oestrogen levels drop (along with a lot of other things, sadly) so can the density of our bones, leading to osteopenia, even osteoporosis, then potential breakages followed by inconvenient trips to A&E, which we can all do without. There is much we can do to ensure healthy bones and we can start right now! Let’s look at the obvious first. EXERCISE: Bones are living tissue. They respond to change. Muscles attach to them and when those muscles get stronger (from those online workouts you were doing through lockdown) then they pull more on the bones. The bones respond by getting stronger and denser. Any exercise which means being on your feet is good –…

Glazed peaches with thyme Since learning more about the impact of berries on brain health and how they generally reduce inflammation, I try to sneak them into recipes wherever I can. SERVES 4 PREP 10 MINS, PLUS CHILLING COOK 5 MINS ✱ 200g pitted dates ✱ Pinch of salt ✱ 300g raw hazelnuts, soaked in warm water for 10 mins, then drained ✱ 1½tbsp coconut oil ✱ 200g ripe peaches, stoned and cut into 2cm-thick slices ✱ 2tsp honey (optional) ✱ 5g fresh thyme leaves, chopped ✱ 100g fresh berries (blueberries and raspberries work well) ✱ 10g shelled, unsalted pistachios, toasted and crushed 1 Put the dates, salt and drained hazelnuts in a blender and blitz until you get a coarse mixture that sticks together when pressed. 2 Line a…

Conception after a miscarriage Q I a miscarriage a ago, the doctors said that I didn’t need any treatment and that the baby had gone. I have just stopped bleeding. How long do I have to wait to try to get pregnant again? Philippa says A I am so sorry for your loss and do hope that you are able to get any support you may need from your GP or the Miscarriage Association. From a medical point of view, you can try to conceive as soon as you feel ready, there is no need to wait a certain time. Doctors used to advise waiting until your next period in order to be able to date the pregnancy and calculate how far along you are, but you can calculate this…

Making up stories about him in my head Q I my man never stray – and we spend so much time together that it would be impossible anyway! So why do I have these horrible fantasies of him in bed with other women? I don’t want to mention this to him as I don’t want to worry him. But how can I get out of this destructive mental loop? Susan says A Your worries aren’t really about your present relationship, they’re likely to be down to the past. Do you have a history of feeling insecure in relationships, or of men betraying you? Realising that your insecurity is not about your partnership will help you get perspective. Then, talking through worries with your partner will make you feel reassured and…

For incredible food right in the heart of the town, try The Green restaurant (greenrestaurant.co.uk). The trio of crab and roasted hogget (mutton) is superb. It’s not a place to skip dessert, either – its home-made ice cream, flavoured with bay leaf, lime leaf and cinnamon, is an absolute must. And for a Sunday roast, head to The White Post in Rimpton Hill (thewhitepost.com), a 10-minute drive north-west of Sherborne. Its Sunday lunch menu includes a four-meat sharing platter of slow-cooked pork, rare rib of beef, lamb and roast chicken.…

ARIES 21 Mar – 20 Apr The new moon in Aries inspires renewal – a fresh start and a positive attitude. First though, you will need to give the old heave-ho to a few items gathering dust. For your reading ☎ 09058 172557 TAURUS 21 Apr – 21 May On Wednesday, Venus enters your sign, setting the stage for a fabulous four-week season of opportunity. A vacuum created now will be filled with better things. For your reading ☎ 09058 172558 GEMINI 22 May – 22 Jun They say you speculate to accumulate, but that doesn’t mean investing time, money and your heart in people and situations that have a poor track record. For your reading ☎ 09058 172559 CANCER 23 Jun – 23 Jul Something’s…

60 SECOND INTERVIEW KATE WINSLET In Sky Atlantic’s new seven-part drama Mare of Easttown, the Oscar-winner plays detective Mare , who’s investigating a murder in a small Pennsylvanian town while trying to keep it together in the wake of her son’s suicide. Kate tells us more… How did you get involved in Mare of Easttown? When I was sent the scripts in 2018, I had something else coming up, which was the film Ammonite. It just gripped me right away. Making the jump from the character I was playing at the time to being Mare Sheehan was one of the biggest challenges I’ve ever had. Did you do any research for the role? I needed to learn the real nuts and bolts of being a detective and I didn’t want…

There you are, stuck, trying to wrestle yourself out of a size 16 dress that won’t go back over your boobs, one arm wedged in the air, belly fat on full display. It’s always at that precise moment an over-zealous shop assistant says the words every customer dreads: ‘How are you getting on in there?’ The fear strikes that she is going to pull back the curtain and show your greying bra to the entire shop floor. Goodness, how I miss that terror. Since non-essential shops locked their doors, changing rooms have become a distant memory. I’m not the only one. In a survey by Aviva, a quarter (26%) said the aspect of shopping they are most looking forward to after lockdown is trying on clothes in-store. Anyone who has…

DANNY NEEDS SURGERY Danny Dyer has revealed he needs to have surgery on his testicles due to a hydrocele – swelling on the scrotum. Chatting on his podcast, Danny said, ‘Basically one of them is like a f***ing jacket potato. For real. It’s one big b**l.’ Too much information, Danny! HOLLY’S MYSTERY INJURY  Holly Willoughby was forced to swap her trademark heels for flat shoes on This Morning recently after injuring herself on set. The telly star joked that things are starting to fall apart after recently turning 40. ‘I uncrossed my leg and have pulled my back, because now I’m over 40 that’s the stuff that happens.’ AIDAN’S BIG NEWS Sad news, single ladies, as Poldark hunk Aidan Turner has secretly tied the knot with Caitlin Fitzgerald. The actor,…

Zara Tindall may hold the key to healing the deepening rift between royal brothers William and Harry. Sources tell me Harry has remained in close contact with his favourite cousin from the moment Meghan came onto the scene and throughout the traumatic events of the past year. Equally, Princess Anne’s daughter remains close to the Cambridges and the bond between her husband Mike Tindall and the brothers is ‘as strong as ever’. But crucially, Zara is known to have a very close relationship with the Queen, putting her in an ideal position to bring the warring factions together. My source explained, ‘Kate was always very close to Harry and it’s widely thought she would be the one to step in and bring the brothers together again, but if she can’t…

For better or for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health. So many of us have made vows to our loved ones, promising that, no matter what happens, we will always be there for them. In this past year, as so many people across the UK have fallen victim to coronavirus, those vows have never been more poignant. One of the more high-profile cases is that of Kate Garraway’s husband, Derek Draper, 53. He is believed to be one of the UK’s longest surviving coronavirus inpatients after he was hospitalised with COVID-19 in March 2020. He has been left with a multitude of health issues, including organ damage and severely depleted muscles. His progress is slow, and doctors aren’t sure whether he’ll ever make a full recovery,…

Combing my hair, I pull it back into a ponytail and admire my reflection in the mirror. I’ve always taken pride in my appearance, but at 57 I’ve never felt more confident about how I look and my hair is my crowning glory – every single grey strand of it. Ever since I was a teenager I’ve been dyeing my hair all sorts of colours, including light brown, jet black and red. I’ve never been afraid to experiment and, even after having my son Ryan in 1985 and daughter Hayley in 1986, I always made an effort with my appearance, especially after my divorce in 1995, when I started dating again. ‘IT’S TIME TO BE KINDER TO MYSELF’ Working as a make-up artist, it was important to always look my…

‘WE NEVER WANTED A SAINT’ Prince Harry and Meghan’s divorce from the royals is now absolute. Stripped of all remaining titles and patronages, Harry is no longer a member of the official family and he has finally escaped his ‘accident of birth’. But like so many separations, both sides have been left wondering how it all became so messy. Harry agreed initially to give up work as a full-time senior royal so he would be free to follow the American dream. But his reluctance to sever all official ties and military titles seems to be the issue over which the hot-headed royal dug in his heels. In effect, the sixth in line to the throne backed his grandmother into a corner, forcing the Queen to draw a line in the…

The big day On 29 April 2011 – 10 years after meeting each other at the University of St Andrews – Prince William, now 38, and Catherine Middleton, now 39, married in a fairy-tale ceremony at Westminster Abbey and became the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. For her princess moment, Kate opted for a lace and satin gown designed by Alexander McQueen’s fashion creative Sarah Burton. She completed the look with a loaned Cartier halo tiara gifted from the Queen, while William wore the red tunic of a colonel of the Irish Guards. As well as a star-studded guest list, including Sir Elton John, David Beckham and his wife Victoria, they ended the day with a special performance from singer Ellie Goulding After attending both Diana’s funeral and William’s wedding…

Helen Minn, 57, lives in St Albans, Hertfordshire. She lost her son, David, aged 24, in 2018. David sadly died in a trekking accident in Argentina, while travelling in January 2018. He was a really happy, positive person who had loads of friends and was always organising , parties and events for them. I loved his big laugh and gorgeous smile and I was always jealous of his wonderful curls! I am a positive person and take each day at a time, but every so often it hits me that he won’t ever be coming home and I still find that hard to believe. The image of David falling will stay with me forever and I fervently want to believe he died instantly and peacefully. I still can’t bear to…

‘I have always been so close to my girls. It’s a real honour to see them grow’ For Sarah Ferguson, 2021 has already proved to be a big year. In just a few short months, the Duchess of York has released her debut novel Her Heart for a Compass with publishers Mills & Boon and become a grandmother for the first time. It’s clear she’s happier than she has been in a long time, and speaking of her joy at welcoming her new grandson, August Philip, Sarah said, ‘The great thing about grandmothers is you get to spoil them rotten and enjoy all the fun and mischief of childhood, but ultimately it’s not you who’s in charge.’ But being a doting grandmother isn’t Fergie’s only big plan for this year...…

With the pandemic limiting our ability to dine out, many of us have resorted to ordering in. But did you know that this weekend habit could more than double your daily calorie intake? When paired with a lack of motivation to exercise, this could see your jeans feeling a little tight and the number on the scales creeping up. But fear not, you can still satisfy your cravings by choosing much healthier options. How? Our experts have the answers. SWAP Burritos FOR A burrito bowl Mexican food can be high in saturated fat and salt and with extras such as sour cream and guacamole, dishes such as a burrito can exceed 900 calories! So try making a burrito ‘bowl’. Load it up with onion, garlic and drained black beans –…

Breathing is the essence of yoga and this acts as a mindfulness tool when you move through your poses. ‘It helps you to connect with the subtle energy within your body and mind, and grounds you in the present moment,’ says Hannah. ‘This helps you to let go of the past or control of the future, and enables you to focus on the “now”.’ If you’re struggling or feeling overwhelmed at any point when doing yoga, bring your attention back to your breath by taking consistent, measured inhales and exhales. ✱ What is Ujjayi breathing? ‘In yoga, a common breathing technique is the Ujjayi breath. You inhale and exhale through your nose, and it requires a slight constriction at the back of the throat,’ says Hannah. This breathing technique can…

‘I CYCLED TO THE END OF THE WORLD!’ Dr Kate Rawles, 57, is a writer and activist from Cumbria. ‘IT WAS SCARY FOR THEM’ My first big bike ride in South America, in 1992, was greeted with resistance and alarm from my friends and family. It was scary for them to think of me out there, all alone, with terrible language skills and living cheaply, so far away from them and the world I know. But, over the years, they’ve grown used to the idea of me doing these kinds of things. I wanted to inspire action by exploring biodiversity – showing people why it matters and what’s being done to protect it. I was especially proud of my partner for being so supportive of my mission in 2016, when…

Have a laugh A new study by Walkers shows that laughter can improve your outlook. ‘Laughing at amusing aspects of stressful experiences can make them seem more humorous. Kick-starting the humour response can give it more sway over how you react,’ says neuroscientist and lead researcher, Dr Dean Burnett. Manage menopause The Health & Her Menopause App provides daily symptom assessments and tips to improve symptoms. You will have access to guided exercises, guided imagery for sleep and pelvic floor training (Free, iOS and Android). Vitamin-rich mushrooms Swap usual mushrooms for these M&S chestnut mushrooms. Enriched with vitamin D, as well as vitamin B6, they help to support your immune system, nervous system and reduce fatigue (£1.20 for 300g, M&S).…

Dialogue above desire First-time sex will likely mean you don’t yet fully understand each other’s needs. So well beforehand, actively talk through your different individual boundaries, expectations and turn-ons. Patience above passion Once in bed, take it slowly, regularly checking that you’re both enjoying the experience. Later, when your relationship has settled, there’ll then be an opportunity for you each to go more directly for what you want. Affection above acrobatics You or your partner may feel that you need to impress with your performance, responsiveness and orgasms. But new positions will impress far less than warmth and tenderness.…

Our smiles in this photograph are radiating, two beaming grins that could make you believe me and my daughter, Freya, 21, haven’t been through hell in the last decade. No matter what happens, my family has a way of putting on a brave face and this picture reminds me that we are much stronger than we give ourselves credit for. I was in my 20s when I started experiencing blurred vision and headaches. Later, when I was 28, I suffered tremors and twitches, which soon became full-blown seizures. Doctors dismissed it, until, finally, in March 2005, when my children, Freya and Toby were just six and seven, I was diagnosed with an aggressive, grade three brain tumour. Refusing to dwell on it When my husband Justin, then 51, and I…

DOMINA Sky Atlantic Look out for Isabella Rossellini in this epic drama set in Ancient Rome. The 10-parter follows emperor’s wife Livia Drusilla (Kasia Smutniak), who navigates her way through Roman society, and the Italian-born actress plays one of her enemies. I LIKE THE WAY YOU MOVE BBC3 Made in Chelsea star and Strictly runner-up Jamie Laing plays matchmaker in this new dating series in which singletons compete to find love in exciting dance challenges judged by renowned pro Kaelynn ‘KK’ Harris. BAPTISTE BBC1 When the psychological thriller returns for a second series, Killing Eve star Fiona Shaw stars as British Ambassador Emma Chambers, whose husband and sons vanish during a skiing holiday. THE HAIRY BIKERS GO NORTH BBC2 Duo Si King and Dave Myers rev…

Eco warriors Apparently women find eco warrior men more sexy. Scientists showed test participants photos of 12 people and told them they had bought green or normal varieties of car, shoes or a dishwasher. Participants then rated the people as potential partners. The eco warriors came out top. To prove this theory beyond doubt, here’s a picture of Bradley Cooper wearing a tuxedo made from recycled fabric. Bake Off winner Theresa May was hammered for saying there were ‘boy jobs and girl jobs’ and bins were her husband’s responsibility. But now Bake Off’s Nadiya Hussain says she gets her sons to iron and her daughter to sort the bins. Girl power, one bag at a time.…