Innholdsfortegnelse for 07-May-2018 i Woman

How many of us can say we are truly happy with our bodies? Not many, I’m sure! That’s why I was so inspired to read the weight loss feature on page 50. Sophie Hardy dropped an amazing 10 dress sizes – going from a size 22 to a 12 – and has now achieved her ambition to be a healthy-sized model. She shares the highs and lows of her journey and can say with conviction, ‘Finally I’m happy with my body.’ Well done, Sophie!…

When she was born From the moment an incredibly groomed-looking Kate stepped out of the Lindo Wing in 2015 and presented Princess Charlotte, all bundled up in an adorable bonnet, we fell in love with the tiny tot. Her first ski holiday Just when we thought she couldn’t get any more adorable, we saw this photo of Charlotte on her first skiing holiday. She even showed off her two front teeth! A viral star Kate almost broke the internet when a shot she’d taken of Charlotte giggling away at a cuddly toy went viral. Her first day at nursery Our hearts melted when the Princess attended her first day of nursery dressed in a burgundy coat, with matching patent shoes, a pink scarf and backpack. Her first birthday To mark…

1 Petite Regular proportions don’t always work when you’re 5ft 3in or under, so petite ranges like those at Dorothy Perkins and Topshop, and brands such as Precis Petite, are perfect for smaller frames and shorter legs. 2 Tall Blessed with long legs but struggle to find suitable clothes? Lots of brands have tall collections and extra-leg lengths for those of us who are 5ft 9in and over. Head to Next, New Look and JD Williams for a fashion fix that fits. 3 Special bras Bigger bust? Try Curvy Kate and Bravissimo to accommodate your curves. For post-surgery and mastectomy styles, Nicola Jane, M&S and Amoena offer a great range of comfy designs with prosthesis pockets. 4 Plus size Celebrate your body shape with specialist brands such as Simply Be,…

We’ve teamed up with the high street brand Peacocks to offer an exclusive 20% off fashion in-store and online from 1 May 2018 to midnight on 8 May 2018. Leap into spring with Peacocks’ fabulous new-season collections, full of fantastic bright prints, pretty pastels and slogans tees. Perfect for everyday wear or that special evening out. Peacocks specialises in providing high quality clothing at affordable prices for all the family – offering a wide selection of womenswear, menswear and kidswear. This season’s trends are provided for with high quality pieces at exceptional value for money, all with a fashionable edge. CLAIM YOUR 20% OFF* Simply redeem your 20% off at the till or enter the code ‘WOMAN20’ at the checkout at peacocks.co.uk . *This voucher entitles you…

FEEL BETTER! Good gut health Dietitian Helen Bond shares her top tips… • DO IT: Drink about two litres (eight to ten glasses) of water a day. If you’re drinking enough, your urine should be pale and straw-coloured. • TRY IT: Stress can put your gut bacteria out of balance. Boost levels with a probiotic, such as ProVen Probiotics Adult Acidophilus and Bifidus (£13.95, provenprobiotics.co.uk). The richer the microflora in your gut, the more resilient to illness you will be. • EAT IT: Stock up on healthy snacks, such as nuts, seeds, and dried and seasonal fresh fruit. • DITCH IT: Faddy diets deprive our bodies of some of the nutrients we need to keep our microbiome and digestive health in good shape. STOP THE CLOCK! 60 seconds to… more…

Trying to eat healthier but it’s not making the slightest bit of difference when you step on to the scales each week? The answer to your weight loss could actually be in your kitchen. Our easy tips have been scientifically proven to help you make better choices, and some are so clever you won’t even realise they’re helping you to slim! 1 Makes scents Burn some vanilla-scented candles. A study at St George’s Hospital, London, found the smell of vanilla reduces sweet cravings and, if nothing else, your kitchen will smell delicious! 2 Eat off red plates Studies by European researchers proved that participants ate 40% less when they were served on red compared to blue or white crockery. And, in a separate study, people drank less sweetened drinks from…

Spring to it RiseToday app, free, iOS/Android A new subscription-free fitness-booking app that allows users to find classes, sessions and fitness services in just a few quick taps. It has already recruited over 100 London studios and facilities, and is soon to roll out nationwide. Green goodness Beauty & Go Skin Detox, £3.50, mybeautyandgo.co.uk This skin-purifying drink also stimulates digestion and aids the detoxification process – great for clearing skin and recovering from days of ‘excess’. It also has 50% of your daily vitamins and minerals! Vit boost Vitamin E 400iu capsules, £20.99, healthspan.co.uk Vitamin E is derived from vegetable oils and works with other nutrients in the body to contribute to the protection of cells from oxidative stress – so it’s key for anti-ageing! This…

Hold deep eye contact Take just two minutes to hold hands and gaze into each other’s eyes. It might feel odd at first, but research suggestions that eye contact helps you feel closer, both physically and emotionally. Cuddle up close Take 15 minutes, perhaps on the sofa or in bed, to simply hold each other tight, skin on skin. If you can, breathe together in sync until you feel yourselves start to relax and melt. Give one-way attention Take turns to give each other five minutes of uninterrupted attention, maybe when you’ve finished your evening meal. Each of you talks while the other listens – no questions, no interruptions.…

1 MAJESTIC SAUSAGES Bringing together Meghan’s American background with Harry’s red hair, Heck have married British pork shoulder, American mustard and sweet ginger in a limited edition Majestic sausage, £2, 400g, Sainsbury’s and heckfood.co.uk, 2-22 May. 2 LEMON AND ELDERFLOWER CHEESECAKE Inspired by the flavours of Meghan and Harry’s wedding cake, Gü has launched Royal Wedding Edition Lemon & Elderflower Cheesecakes, £3, twin pack, Tesco, Morrisons and Waitrose. 3 BRIDAL FANCIES Mr Kipling is giving some of its classic treats a wedding makeover. White Bridal Fancies, Wedding Whirls (Viennese Whirls) and Princely Pies (Apple Pies) are all £1 a pack, exclusive to Asda.…

THE LYING GAME by Ruth Ware, Paperback, £7.99 In this suspenseful read, Isa receives a heart-stopping text message in the middle of the night. She drops everything and returns to Salten, the place where at school she and her best friends used to play the Lying Game – convincing people of outrageous stories. But now it all seems to have caught up with them and, after hiding the truth for so long, the friends’ deepest secret is about to be unearthed. For more books information, see womanmagazine.co.uk/books…

60 SECOND INTERVIEW Conchita With the Eurovision semi-finals on this week, past winner for Austria, Conchita, talks about her upcoming radio concert, lookalikes and the struggles she’s endured. Tell us about your concert? I sang numbers that were special to me at the Palladium accompanied by the BBC Concert Orchestra. Judy Garland sang at the Palladium and I sing Somewhere Over the Rainbow on the same stage. It took us two years to come up with the whole set list and concept. I wanted to challenge myself. It’s four years since you won Eurovision. Can you believe it? It’s insane and what I’m so thankful for is that after four years in the music business I have some kind of relevance. How do you find the people from your hometown…

NADIA: ‘I FANCY KELLY BROOK’ Being a Loose Woman, there’s not much that Nadia Sawalha can say to shock us – until she confessed to fancying the show’s new panellist, Kelly Brook. The mum-of-two made the shock revelation during a chat about the idea of becoming a ‘late-life lesbian’. Nadia, 53, said, ‘I’ve never had any tendencies, but I’ll tell you who I think is really gorgeous – Kelly.’ And Nadia isn’t alone, as her fellow Loose Women star Kaye Adams also revealed she finds the model attractive. ‘She is gorgeous,’ Kaye admitted. ‘I sit and look at her. But I don’t go for big-breasted women. Most people have thought about it – if you did, what type would you go for?’ So who is more…

DENISE WELCH She lost two stone on a LighterLife diet, but Denise also likes to stay active. The 59-year-old admits she loves jogging. ‘If I can just jog along in my little way and not be as out of breath as I was a year before then that’s all good,’ she confessed. GERI HORNER The mum-of-two stunned fans recently when she showed off her seriously toned physique while enjoying a holiday with her family. Geri puts her great body down to yoga, with the 45-year-old admitting, ‘I do a gentle amount of yoga.’ And, after seeing her strike a pose on the beach, we’re super impressed! AMANDA HOLDEN There’s no denying that Amanda, 47, looks far younger than her years. But how does she do it? The BGT…

Michelle Collins & Mike Davison At 56, Michelle has enjoyed age-gap dalliances both on-screen and off. But while things didn't turn out so well for Michelle’s Corrie character, let’s hope the same can’t be said for her real-life relationship with 34-year-old boyfriend Mike. Sharon Stone & Angelo Boffa The Basic Instinct star was caught locking lips with a younger man in January, who turned out to be Italian real estate mogul Angelo Boffa. At 41 old, he is 19 years her junior.…

‘THERE’S NO SEXUAL CHEMISTRY’ Laughing as we top up our glasses of wine, Wayne and I probably look just like another couple. But the idea makes me chuckle even more because, while I am in a relationship, it’s not with Wayne. We’re just best friends, and have been for over 30 years. I first met Wayne when I was 13. Like all kids did back then, my friends and I hung around at the park, pretending to be cool. My older brother, then 15, was always there too with his mates, and Wayne was one of them. While the rest of my brother’s friends tried to show off, Wayne was different. He was funny, kind and caring. ‘He’s gorgeous, too,’ my friends giggled. But I never saw it. When Wayne…

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IS SHE BEING PRESSURED? We’re walkers and campers and always used to take our son and daughter on active, outdoor holidays. We’re now having a ball going away with our four grandchildren, aged between nine and 13. My sister has granddaughters of her own and we took them for a week last summer. Our own grandkids and one of my sister’s had a marvellous time, but the older hated it. She complained most of the time and one of us had to stay behind with her or she’d have panic attacks. This time we’re planning an even wilder experience and this girl says she wants to come, but I suspect she’s under pressure from her mum who wants to enjoy another kid-free week. It could spoil it for everyone. What…

MY DOG OFTEN GETS TRAVEL SICK. HOW CAN I PREVENT THIS? Too often a dog will arrive at their destination feeling rough after the car journey. They’re holding their head down, salivating and sometimes will even vomit. Some dogs are so badly affected that their owners are forced to leave them at home when they travel places by car, missing out on great opportunities to explore the world. The reason behind the nausea may be anxiety, motion sickness or both. Reduce anxiety by trying to make the journey a pleasant experience: trips shouldn’t be too long or stuffy and shouldn’t always end up in the veterinary clinic! To address the sensation of nausea, your vet can prescribe you some anti-sickness tablets, similar to those used in humans. It is a…

Chicken korma kebabs A new take on a classic korma SERVES 4 PREP 10 MINS COOK 20 MINS • 600g chicken breast fillets, cut into chunks• 4tbsp korma curry paste• 150g natural yogurt• 1tbsp sunflower oil• 1 onion, sliced• 165ml coconut milk• 25g flaked almonds• 200g basmati rice• 200g green beans• 3tbsp mango chutney• Small bunch coriander, leaves chopped• Poppadoms, to serve 1 Mix the chicken with 1tbsp of the korma paste and 2tbsp of the yogurt. Thread the chicken onto skewers and grill for 10-15 mins, turning until cooked through. 2 Heat the oil in a pan, add the onion and cook until golden. Stir in the remaining curry paste and cook for 1 min. Add the coconut milk, remaining yogurt and the almonds and simmer for 10 mins.…

ALCOHOL-FREE FIZZ Nosecco is a 0% alcohol alternative to Prosecco. Fruity and fragrant, it’s great for celebrations but also good with light summery dishes, and is only 28 cals a glass, £2.99, 75cl, Co-op. ROSÉ ON OFFER Packing up a picnic? Pop in a bottle of Champteloup Rosé d’Anjou. Easy drinking with strawberry flavours, it’s only £5.99 at Waitrose until 15 May (usually £7.99). LIGHT WHITE Nederburg 56 Hundred Pinot Grigio is a medium-dry, refreshing white wine with hints of peach. Great with lightly spiced Asian dishes or for drinking on its own, £5.75, Tesco and Asda.…

When I heard about online bingo I decided to give it a go. Being able to play from the comfort of my own home was appealing. I looked around at a couple of different sites, but there was a great offer with Woman Bingo where if you deposited £10 you’d get £35 to play with. So I signed up. I’d play in the evenings after getting home from work and having dinner, I’d sit in the living room with my laptop and load up the site. Slot games like Monopoly City Spins became my favourites but I did enjoy playing bingo games like Sapphire too – the site even has three daily free games that you can play if you’ve spent £2 in the last seven days. But best of…

Fighting for the truth I, Witness by Niki MacKay, paperback, £13.99 Six years ago, Kate Reynolds was found guilty of murdering her best friend. But Kate knows she’s innocent and now she’s due to be released, she’s determined to prove it. With the help of PI Madison Attalee, she begins to see that someone out there is desperate to keep her from the truth. Deadly coincidence Let Me Lie by Clare Mackintosh, hardback, £12.99 Anna can’t help questioning the manner of her parents’ deaths – particularly as her mother Caroline ended hers so shockingly in the same manner as her husband mere months before. Something doesn’t seem right, but it may well be safer for Anna if she let the past go for good. A parent’s choice The Girl in…

MIDSOMER MURDERS, ITV Detectives Barnaby and Winter have more mysterious murders to solve as they return for a new series. The pair team up with former EastEnders actress Annette Badland, who joins the cast as pathologist Dr Fleur Perkins. THE IMITATION GAMES, ITV Ex- Corrie star Debra Stephenson and impressionist Rory Bremner will be showing off their impersonations as they go head-to-head as team captains for a brand new show hosted by Alexander Armstrong. HUMANS, C4 The sci-fi drama returns for a third series and sees Catastrophe actor Mark Bonnar join the cast as scientist Neil Sommer, who develops a close relationship with Laura (Katherine Parkinson). BURMA WITH SIMON REEVE, BBC2  Simon packs his bags for a new two-part series that follows his exploits as he…

As she starts a new chapter as a mum-of-three, the Duchess of Cambridge will surely be feeling apprehensive about the challenges it will bring. Not only will she have to juggle her royal commitments, but also adjust to an increasingly busy household with three under-fives, including the newest Prince. However, Palace insiders tell Woman that Kate, 36, is comforted by the fact she has her late mother-in-law, Princess Diana, to look to for inspiration. Our insider reveals, ‘Plenty has been said about how important his mum’s memory is to William. But Kate also feels she has a special bond with Diana, since they had such similar experiences and outlooks.’ Because not only did Diana break with royal convention to bring up her sons William and Harry in her own way…

Designer handbags and pedigree pooches aren’t the only arm candy celebrities crave. Not if the love lives of Kirsty Gallacher and Tamzin Outhwaite are anything to go by. In recent months, both women have been spotted with a handsome and much younger toyboy in tow. Since her divorce in 2014, TV presenter Kirsty, 42, has been linked to a string of younger men, including rugby ace Danny Cipriani, 30, and Billie Piper’s ex, Laurence Fox, 39. And according to the latest reports, the raven-haired beauty was seen canoodling with 29-year-old comedian Jack Whitehall at a star-studded party. And EastEnders actress Tamzin raised a few eyebrows when she attended a club launch with 26-year-old actor Tom Child in April. It’s been reported the couple have been dating since Christmas, when they…

In many cases, an age-gap relationship can be a boon to both sides. He gets the bonus of someone with experience and self-assurance. While she gets the approval of someone with life and vitality. But be aware that sometimes these are ‘transitional relationships’ and, generally, their main benefit is to set you up for your next stage in life. If you both feel it can last, you’ll need to work hard at communicating, as being at odds on big issues, such as children and careers, could spell trouble.…

Nipple balm + lipstick = A FLAWLESS POUT This Dr Lipp nipple balm is our favourite option, but any nourishing lip balm will also do the trick. Pop on your lips and follow with a light sweep of your foundation as you apply it, then a slick of your favourite lipstick. The balm will even the texture of your lips and soothe any dryness. The layer of foundation may look odd, but evens out the tone of your lips, allowing your natural lip colour to stay true. When you apply your lipstick, the finish will be flawless! Dr Lipp Original Nipple Balm, £12. A beauty hero and celebrity skincare secret. Medically proven to nourish any areas of dry skin. Rimmel London The Only 1 Lipstick in You’re All Mine, £6.99.…

Hair loss help! Q I’ve been feeling run down and tired for the last few months. I thought I was just burning the candle at both ends and working too hard, but my hair is now very dry and my outer eyebrows have fallen out. What is going on? Philippa says: A It’s possible that your thyroid gland is not producing enough thyroid hormone – a condition called hypothyroidism. Thyroid hormones are involved with almost every organ of the body and affect your metabolic rate. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include weight gain, fatigue, muscle aches and pains, dry skin and hair, feeling cold all the time and, just as you describe, losing the outer third of your eyebrows! Hypothyroidism can be picked up on a blood test to check your thyroid…

My son kissed a man by mistake Q On holiday with his mates, my 19-year-old son snogged a girl who turned out to be a gay transvestite! My son politely pulled back and said sorry. But his friends tease him and he’s ashamed. I don’t know what to tell him. Susan says: A The first thing to tell your son is that he wasn’t to know his ‘girl’ was a boy. It was understandable, as transvestites are often very beautiful, feminine and well-dressed. You should also congratulate your lad for being polite, giving respect and not making a big deal of what happened. It’s your son’s mates who have acted badly here, in teasing him and in assuming that there’s something wrong with one man being attracted to another. Your…

ELDERFLOWER It’s definitely the in-flavour since Meghan and Harry announced that their wedding cake is going be lemon and elderflower rather than a traditional fruit cake. The frothy white blossoms make deliciously fragrant fizz, too. Belvoir Elderflower Cordial (£3, most supermarkets) is the perfect way to flavour cakes. Find the recipe for this Elderflower and Lemon Drizzle Cake at belvoirfruitfarms.co.uk. SPICE WORLD! Asda’s new ready meals take you around the world in six dishes. From Portuguese Piri Piri Chicken & Sunshine Rice and Louisiana Cajun Chicken Pasta, to Caribbean Jerk Chicken & Rice, Japanese Katsu curry and Kansas BBQ ribs, they’ll spice up your midweek meals, £2.80 each. BURGER WITHOUT THE BULL Iceland’s plant-based vegan No Bull burger tastes just as good as the real thing. Made from a soya…

Although I tried to lose weight as a teenager, my unhealthy eating habits proved hard to break and I ended up regaining whatever I’d lost – and more. To hide the insecurity I felt about my body, I often joked around and, by my twenties, I’d developed a confident persona. It was my protective shell. By 2015, I weighed 17st 9lb and was wearing a size 22. It meant dressing the way I wanted was a challenge, especially when one of the few things I could squeeze into was a shapeless pair of trousers. I’ve always been passionate about fashion and believe that anyone can look great at any size, so when I saw a magazine offering real women the chance to model for a high-street brand, I decided to…

Anyone who has ever gone full term into a pregnancy will tell you that the end weeks are a mixture of excitement, trepidation and impatience to meet the human being, or beings in my case, who have been growing in your belly. This was all true in those final days with me, too. And just four days before I was taken to Watford General Hospital by my husband Paul, there I was yawning, stretching, belly protruding – and we took a candid photograph to preserve the moment. Exhausted from carrying an extra 2st or so of weight, sleeping hadn’t been too easy towards the end either. Which would explain the huge yawn escaping from my mouth at the exact moment Paul took the picture. Some people might look at this…

ARIES 21 Mar – 20 Apr You can turn events to your advantage – even those that appear to be counterproductive – as long as you fight the Aries impulse to go in all guns blazing to prove a point. For your reading ☎ 09058 172557 TAURUS 21 Apr – 21 May This is a particularly good week for signing a contract or making your vows with the person you love. Even a potential setback from Pluto could end up with a silver lining. For your reading ☎ 09058 172558 GEMINI 22 May – 22 Jun Finances are once again in the spotlight with some Geminis making a large investment and others working to resolve a monetary quandary. Think long term, not short term. For your reading ☎ 09058 172559…

At first glance, it seems delightful that Daniel Craig and Rachel Weisz are expecting their first child together. The couple seem truly happy and well-matched. Then you read the details and notice Rachel, star of The Mummy, is 48. Even in Hollywood terms, this is pushing the upper age limits for giving birth. Thelma & Louise actress Geena Davis had twins at 48. Halle Berry had her son Maceo at 47. Of course, A-list actresses are different to us. They have armies of personal trainers and nutritionists to give them the energy of a teenager at an age when most of us crave an afternoon nap. And superstars can afford the best nannies in the world to push their kids on the swings and chase them round the park. Paid…