Innholdsfortegnelse for 15-Jun-2020 i Woman

How lucky have we been with the weather these last few weeks? If you’re fortunate enough to have a garden, now is the time to get green-fingered. Check out page 40 to give your outdoor space a makeover at a purse-friendly price in time for the socially-distanced BBQ you can now have! The super salads on page 34 are the perfect accompaniments. I hope I’m not alone in admitting to eating and drinking a lot more since lockdown. I’ll be sticking page 28 – Beat the Bloat – firmly to my fridge as a not-so gentle reminder to get back to better eating habits! Stay safe – and here’s to the right easing measures being put in place in time for a bit of summer freedom.…

On the catering: Complaining about the standard of food at Buckingham Palace in 1962, Prince Philip said, ‘I never see any home cooking – all I get is fancy stuff!’ On animal welfare: In 1965, Prince Philip asked some wildlife campaigners, ‘Cats kill far more birds than men. Why don’t you have a slogan, “Kill a cat and save a bird?”’ On weapons: Shortly after the Dunblane shootings in 1996, Philip said, ‘If a cricketer, for instance, suddenly decided to go into a school and batter a lot of people to death with a cricket bat, which he could do very easily, I mean, are you going to ban cricket bats?’ On flying: Speaking at the Aircraft Research Association in 2002, the duke said, ‘If you travel as much as…

Ever since the first female Member of Parliament took her seat in 1919, women have been holding their own against their male counterparts. But it hasn’t always been easy, with many female MPs daring to go against the grain and speaking out for what they believe in, and subsequently facing a torrent of abuse, or in some cases, even violence. Four years ago, on 16 June 2016, Labour MP for Batley and Spen Jo Cox, 41, was shot and then stabbed multiple times in a sleepy Yorkshire village, while on her way to meet constituents. The married mum-of-two had passionately campaigned for the end of the Syrian war and tried to get more help for its innocent civilian victims. Thomas Mair, 52, a right-wing activist, was found guilty of her…

Staring at the mixdeck, I grabbed my headphones and played Ain’t No Stopping Us Now by McFadden & Whitehead. It was July 2016 and, at the age of 53, I’d finally done it. I’d launched a radio station. But it wasn’t as simple as flicking a switch and playing a track. Getting to this point took two years of non-stop hard work. ‘I WAS READY FOR A CHALLENGE’ My love of radio began at a young age. In my teens, I loved listening to pop music. I would record the Top 20 and edit the tape to cut out the DJ’s voice. Then in 1991, when I was 28, I realised my dream was to have a career in radio. I decided to move myself and my three children, Martin,…

1 Ciaté London Cheat Sheets, £16 Nail art normally requires skill, patience, time and fiddly tools, but these clever stickers do away with all of that fuss. Each pack contains four sheets of stickers, each with their own design from leopard print to geometric designs and arty illustrations. Simply stick them on, seal with a top coat and away you go. 2 NYX Professional Makeup Shout Loud Satin Lipstick, £8 Not all lipsticks are created equal. This is particularly true if your natural tone is deeper, and lip colours tend to lack the punchiness they promise in the tube. This clever new lipstick from NYX solves the problem by combining tonnes of strong pigment with a built in primer in a creamy, hydrating texture. Each of the 24 shades promise…

More people than ever have diabetes in the UK – a whopping 4.7 million to be exact. And worryingly, around 1 million of these people have Type 2 diabetes but have not yet been diagnosed. So it’s time to get clued up on the leading factors that can cause this condition, because by doing so you could prevent serious health complications from developing in the future. We reveal the simple steps you can take to dramatically reduce your diabetes risk. Understanding diabetes ‘Diabetes is a condition in which someone has too much glucose – a type of sugar – in their blood,’ says Natasha Marsland, senior clinical advisor at Diabetes UK. Usually blood sugar levels are controlled by insulin produced in the pancreas. When someone has diabetes, they’re either not…

LOCK IN to the cheapest switcher deals Save hundreds on your bills It’s not often I write about the price of a barrel of oil. Yet, in recent weeks we saw something extraordinary happen. The US oil price went negative, they couldn’t sell it, instead they were paying to have barrels stored. Of course, the cause is obvious, the coronavirus-driven economic slump means there’s no demand, which causes prices to bottom out. The one silver lining in this miasma of bad news is that the slump at the sumps feeds into the price we pay for gas and electricity too. It’s one of the prime reasons that we’re now seeing the cheapest prices for switchers in three years – HUGE SAVINGS are possible right now. And this isn’t just about…

by M.W. Craven (£14.99, Little, Brown, HB) Christmas may be the time for loving and giving, but when a sadistic serial killer begins displaying body parts across Cumbria, things get a whole lot darker. The National Crime Agency’s Washington Poe and Tilly Bradshaw now face a case that is as disturbing as it is difficult to unravel. Jaw-droppingly shocking and intense, there’s no escaping this novel’s tense narrative and tightly woven mystery. For more books information, see goodtoknow.co.uk/ books…

Is this the reason behind KATE & MEGHAN’S FEUD? Meghan Markle was reportedly the catalyst behind her fall-out with the Duchess of Cambridge, according to a former royal staff member. A new book, Kensington Palace: An Intimate Memoir from Queen Mary to Meghan Markle, is said to tell the tale of the fab four’s demise from the point of view of a Kensington Palace staffer. It also reportedly suggests that the issues in Meghan and Kate’s relationship could have stemmed from a sense of jealousy on Meghan’s part. An insider revealed, ‘[Kate] is nice to her staff, in the main, and was warm towards Meghan when she arrived. But tensions were bound to arise because Meghan inevitably had to accept that, although she is a duchess, she is not married…

There was a time when you couldn’t move for headlines on Russell Brand’s wild partying and sexual escapades; he’s previously claimed to have slept with hundreds of women and even held a national newspaper’s title of ‘Shagger of the Year’ six times. But these days, the 45-year-old comedian – who has been sober since December 2002 and is a passionate advocate of the 12-step programme – seems to be a different man to that once-notorious womaniser. In fact, his wife, Laura Gallacher – the sister of TV presenter Kirsty Gallacher – has now opened up on exactly what her ‘incredibly romantic’ husband is like at home, and how much he dotes on their two daughters, Mabel, three, and Peggy, who turns two next month. HELPING OUT WITH THE KIDS Russell…

When London MP Diane Abbott was snapped drinking a mojito on a train in April 2019 and it featured in The Sun, she felt compelled to say she was ‘sincerely sorry’. Drinking on the Transport for London network has been illegal since 2008. Meanwhile, at the time of going to press, Dominic Cummings has refused to apologise, despite police confirming there ‘might have been a minor breach of the regulations’ when he drove himself, his wife and child to Barnard Castle on 12 April 2020. While Boris Johnson’s unkempt look is more a topic of fun than serious ridicule, our previous Prime Minister Theresa May came under constant scrutiny for her appearance, with everything from her shoes to her dresses making headlines. Jo Cox’ successor, Tracy Brabin, 58, faced a…

‘I DIDN’T WANT TO WASTE TIME’ Stepping into my local pub, I looked around for the handsome stranger I’d been chatting to online. Spotting Dave, then 36, I smiled nervously, and we both headed to the bar to order a drink. It was September 2018, and just a year earlier, I no doubt would have ordered something strong to quell my nerves, but today, nine months into my challenge to go sober for a year, I ordered a peppermint tea instead. I’d always used alcohol to give me confidence, but today, as the conversation between me and Dave flowed, it turned out to be one of the best dates I’d ever had, Dave sipping tea opposite. Throughout most of my adult life, I’d loved to drink. My 20s passed me…

With summer fast approaching, it’s natural to be more conscious of feeling and looking bloated! It can impact everything from your mood to what you decide to put on in the morning. However, with this effective, easy-to-follow diet, you can be more confident and wear your favourite summer dress with pride. And with top tips on maintaining a slimmer figure, you can banish the bloat for good. HOW IT WORKS 1 This plan is absolutely bursting with potassium-rich foods, such as fruits and vegetables, but doesn’t contain too many that are high in sodium (salt). This key ratio helps to regulate the body’s water balance and reduce fluid retention. 2 The plan is calorie counted too, so as well as losing fluid, you’ll also be losing 1-2lb of fat a…

Squash and paneer skewers Paneer really lends itself to marinating and grilling as it absorbs all the flavours, and ends up with a lovely crunchy exterior. SERVES 8 PREP 15 MINS, PLUS MARINATING COOK 10 MINS ✱ 1 butternut squash, peeled, deseeded and cut into chunks ✱ 250g paneer, cut into chunks ✱ 3 red onions, cut into wedges ✱ 150g Greek yogurt ✱ 1tbsp garam masala ✱ juice and zest of 1 lemon, plus wedges to serve 1 Steam or microwave the squash until just tender – about 5 mins when steaming or 3 mins with water in the microwave. Allow to cool for handling. 2 Thread the squash, paneer and onions onto 16 skewers. Put onto a flattish dish. 3 Mix together the yogurt, garam masala and lemon…

Could my sexual history affect my health? QI read in the papers that having lots of sexual partners increases your risk of cancer – how can that be? Philippa says A It was indeed in the press recently that having 10 or more sexual partners in your lifetime doubles your lifetime risk of cancer. This association is likely to be due to various infections which increase your risk of developing cancer, for example human papillomavirus (HPV), which is associated with cervical, penile, anal and oral cancers; or hepatitis B, which is associated with liver cancers. However this is not necessarily a useful piece of reporting, as it adds to the stigma which is associated with having multiple sexual partners and sexually transmitted infections, meaning it is less likely that people…

Jealous of their exciting single lives Q My women friends are great. But more and more of them are leaving their marriages and enjoying a new life with dozens of lovers and nights of thrilling sex. I’m glad they’re having a good time – but also jealous of all that passion. My husband and I are happily celebrating our silver wedding this year, but though we make love regularly, it’s not as exciting as it used to be. Susan says A Yes, given new partners, your friends probably are having lots of good sex. But they’ll be having bad sex too. Because it takes time and commitment to learn to make love well, as you and your husband have done. So don’t be jealous, they’re probably jealous of you, too!…

Every time I see my daughter, Lola*, lying on the grass in the garden gently stroking her 15-month-old Labrador, Bailey, I almost can’t believe it. Less than a year ago, she’d have screamed if I’d tried to entice her outside. Only now, with Bailey, it feels like anything is possible. It was in May 2009, when Lola was two, that I noticed she was less sociable than her sister, Grace*, four, and while Grace would happily play with other children at parties, Lola struggled. She’d hide behind me, and more often than not, as we came to leave, she’d end up in tears. My husband, David, then 37, and I tried to get her to join in but it felt like we were fighting a losing battle. As Lola got…

Never fooled The Catch by T.M. Logan (£8.99, Zaffre, PB) From the moment Ed meets his daughter’s boyfriend Ryan, he can’t help feeling that something dark lurks beneath the surface. Convinced Ryan is lying, their quick engagement does nothing to assuage Ed’s fears and he sets out to discover the truth. This is a thriller sure to give you nightmares. Dangerous secrets Before I Say I Do by Vicki Bradley (£7.99, Simon & Schuster, PB) When Julia’s fiancé Mark goes missing on their wedding day, DC Loxton is convinced that everyone is hiding something. Meanwhile, Julia is terrified that it’s the skeletons in her closet that have led to his disappearance. A deliciously dark and twisted read. Impossible choices Heatstroke by Hazel Barkworth (£16.99,…

INSIDE THE CROWN: SECRETS OF THE ROYALS ITV Hub This landmark four-part documentary tells the inside story of how the Queen has navigated the turbulent seven decades of her reign, starting with how she’s dealt with issues of love and duty. There’s also a look at the Royal Family’s rollercoaster relationship with the media and a glimpse at how the Queen has dealt with tragedies, from the Grenfell fire to the death of Diana, Princess of Wales, in 1997. The last episode brings us right up to date to reveal how the COVID-19 crisis has affected the royals, including Prince Charles, who caught the virus. MEGHAN MARKLE: FROM HOLLYWOOD TO WINDSOR Amazon Prime Video This documentary charts the Duchess of Sussex’s journey from being an ordinary Californian girl to becoming…

There is always one very big winner of Britain’s Got Talent – Amanda Holden. Whatever the acts are up to on stage or however talented they are, it is regularly the blonde buzzer-presser who steals the show and the next day’s headlines. All Amanda has to do is flash a bit of boob or swear and wallop! She’s on the front page faster than you can say, ‘Put it away, love!’ One dress Amanda wore was so low-cut it sparked 663 complaints to Ofcom, the telly watchdog. Her dropping an f-bomb led to 56 complaints. The presenter has now seemingly admitted every one of those risqué outfits and gaffs has been planned. She says, ‘Even though I am really open and very much myself most of the time, it’s a…

Losing him was the hardest thing I’ve ever had to deal with in my life.’ These were Zoe Ball’s words describing the moment her life was turned upside down, when her boyfriend Billy Yates tragically took his own life in 2017. The cameraman and technician battled with a long history of depression – and now Zoe wants to make sure anyone else going through the same thing gets the help they need, insisting ‘there is hope’. Zoe and Billy were friends for years before getting together in 2016 after her marriage to DJ Norman Cook ended. On Instagram, she says of Billy, ‘You are forever in our hearts.’ Three years on from his death, Zoe is happily loved-up with construction boss Michael Reed, but it’s not been easy… REMEMBERING BILLY…

CHARLOTTE HAWKINS From day to night, Charlotte lets her smile shine and shows us how to line up the perfect party dress in this glittery number. AMANDA HOLDEN The Britain’s Got Talent judge has won us over in this rainbow-striped dress, and its frilled edges add a cute finish. ANDREA MCLEAN When there are clouds in the sky, a dress like Andrea’s mid-length, sleeved and striped number will not only warm you up, but also brighten your day. TESS DALY Tess looks strictly charming in this pleated striped gown, complete with a tiny waist belt. Its floaty fabric is perfect for keeping cool in the sun. CHRISTINE LAMPARD There’s nothing to feel blue about with this multicoloured outfit, its diagonal stripes flatter the figure and create an illusion that it’s…

Rochelle Humes GET THE LOOK Rochelle, 31, looks super chic in a pair of relaxed-fitting, leather-look trousers. She brightens up the navy and khaki combo with cool colour-pop shoes. Cindy Crawford GET THE LOOK The American supermodel, 54, makes a bold statement in head-to-toe pink. The key to nailing this tricky trend is to mix and match different shades and to add a subtle print. Amanda Holden GET THE LOOK Amanda, 49, proves you can’t go wrong with a few wardrobe staples and teams her striped top with a denim skirt and leather jacket. She elevates her style with oversized sunglasses and white court shoes. Laura Dern GET THE LOOK The always elegant Laura, 53, looks fierce in a leopard-print maxi dress. Keep accessories simple when wearing a busy print…

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Treatment for Type 2 diabetes depends on the individual. ‘Some people may be put on a calorie-controlled diet to help them lose weight, or your GP may prescribe blood glucose-lowering metformin or insulin,’ explains Natasha. Want help with changing your diet? Your doctor can refer you to a dietician to help overhaul your eating habits. Or you can find hundreds of different and tasty recipes, each providing carb and calorie counts on the Diabetes UK website. FIND OUT MORE Weight, blood pressure, family history and ethnicity can all increase the chances of having diabetes. Visit riskscore.diabetes.org. uk to check your risk.…

Each day, 6,000 people become unpaid carers. For some, it happens gradually as their parents get older and their health declines, but for others, it’s sudden, following a terminal diagnosis or an accident that results in disability. Across the UK, 6.5 million unpaid carers are looking after their sick, elderly or disabled relatives. And whether it’s round-the-clock care, or a few hours a day, caring for someone can have a huge effect mentally and physically. Each year, Carers UK aims to raise awareness and celebrate these superstars who live among us. Here, Woman talks to two families who’ve experienced what it’s like to care and be cared for. ‘I DIDN’T RECOGNISE I WAS A CARER’ Emma Lowndes, 53, is the director of a consulting business. She lives in Buckinghamshire with…

Live in the moment According to research*, those who are able to live in the moment without worrying about the past or thinking about the future, are best able to manage their daily stress without experiencing negative moods. Focus on solutions rather than problems. Get fit from home No gym? No problem! Lift.TV app connects you with personal trainers so you can remain motivated and in control of your fitness goals from home. You can interact through live chats and ask questions. Download free for iOS. Go alcohol-free! Trying to cut back on alcohol but fancy a cocktail? Why not try this Martini Non-Alcoholic Vibrante? Made with the same quality as the brand’s classic botanical wines, the alcohol is gently removed and infused with 100% natural flavours to give you…

Early experiences If his very first sexual encounters were rushed so he needed to come quickly, he may never have learned to hold back. He needs to master that skill: Sex SOS by Tracey Cox (Love Honey) will be able to help. Feeling anxious Worry about how he looks, his ability to perform, or even his work situation can make him want to get sex done with so that he can relax. Anything that lowers his anxiety will help slow down his performance. Relationship wobbles Stress – about whether you care for him or whether your love will last –can make him try so hard to climax that it happens too quickly. Have an honest talk about how you both feel.…

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