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JENNIFER GARNER ‘Addictive’ beetroot crisps We’re all guilty of reaching for a snack to fight off the afternoon slump, but Hollywood A-lister Jennifer proves that pick-me-up treats don’t have to be unhealthy. The 13 Going on 30 actor, 52, swaps regular crisps for homemade beetroot ones, using ingredients from her garden. According to Jen they’re ‘naturally sweet and completely addictive’. ✣ RECIPE ✣ • Beetroots• Olive oil• Salt Preheat the oven to 120C. Wash the beetroots, peel them, then slice into thin slivers. Lightly coat with olive oil and place on a greased baking sheet before sprinkling with salt. Bake in the oven for one hour. Enjoy! LORRAINE KELLY Healthy chicken soup Daytime TV queen Lorraine knows that in order to stick to healthy eating the meals you make still…

Columnist PRINCE ANDREW AND KING CHARLES’ BITTER STAND-OFF Since Prince Andrew was stripped of his role as a working royal, where he lives has become a particularly contentious issue. There is an ‘increasingly bitter stand-off’ between King Charles and his younger brother over Royal Lodge, which has been Andrew’s family home since he paid £1million for a 75-year lease in 2003. The King is said to have made it clear that he wants Andrew to leave the sprawling Grade II-listed mansion in Windsor Great Park, which he shares with his ex-wife, Sarah. He even evicted Harry and Meghan from Frogmore Cottage last year in order to enable Andrew and Sarah to move into the much smaller property. Yet the grand old Duke of York refuses to budge, with courtiers dubbing…

BEST FOR ATHLETIC BUILDS If you’re straight up and down, a belted or wrap swimsuit will cinch you in at the waist to create an hourglass silhouette. Ruffle and frilly details help to give the illusion of curves and a high cut will show off longer legs too. BEST FOR PEAR SHAPES Balance proportions by opting for styles with more detail on the top half – think oversized bows, ruffles and one-shoulder necklines. A two-tone one-piece will work wonders, keeping the bottom half simple and adding definition to your middle. Padded cups will boost the bust, too. BEST FOR APPLE SHAPES Clever fabric technology will help to smooth and sculpt the tummy area. Focus on features such as ruched detailing and side panelling to help define your figure. Looking for…

Columnist How to stop the excuses There is, and I quote ‘…overwhelming evidence that lifelong exercise is associated with a longer health span, delaying the onset of 40 chronic diseases or conditions’. So if it’s not in your life by now, it should be. If, however, you lump exercise in the same camp as other familiar daily grinds like unstacking the dishwasher, putting the recycling out and supervising maths homework, then we must do something to change that. There’s a common misconception that exercise has to be really tough for you to benefit from it. So if you’re constantly trying to swerve it, chances are you’ve chosen a mode of movement that you just don’t like – which is madness. Something so empowering, revitalising and endorphin-rich as exercise should be…

Pet expert Emma has worked in several small-animal practices in the South East. Much of her time is spent looking after her four young children, Izzy, Leo and twins Daisy and Alfie, but she also teaches veterinary students and plans to return to being a full-time vet when the kids start school. How easy is it to take my dog on holiday? The summer holidays are almost here, and many of us will be looking forward to getting away, either in the UK or further afield. As a pet owner, that raises the question of what to do with your pets. Most cats, rabbits and other small pets would find the upheaval of a holiday too stressful, so the kindest, most sensible option would be to ask a trustworthy person to…

BRAGGING BLUNDER It was 6pm and already dark out, but it was only a short walk. At least that’s what Claire Tiltman, 16, thought when she made her way to her friend’s house in January 1993. But in an alleyway near her home in Greenhithe, Kent, Claire was stabbed nine times and left to die. Her distraught parents, Cliff and Linda, hoped her killer would be caught quickly. But as time ticked on, police were no closer to finding the culprit. The case went cold and in March 2008, Linda, 56, died of throat cancer. When Cliff, 62, fell ill he made a final appeal for information from his deathbed, before passing away in September 2012. It wasn’t until February 2014 that a man was finally charged with Claire’s murder.…

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THE THERAPY CROUCH Peter Crouch and Abbey Clancy Be comforted that celebs are just like us as you get the inside scoop on former footballer Peter and model Abbey’s relationship. From sex confessions to everyday moans and the reality of raising four kids, nothing is off limits as they discuss the highs and lows of married life. Prepare to laugh out loud as the couple dish out some hilarious banter to one another! THE OSBOURNES PODCAST Sharon, Ozzy, Kelly and Jack Osbourne No strangers to airing their innermost feelings, original reality TV family the Osbournes invite us along for the ride. Sharon and co discuss recent events, share showbiz experiences, put their two pence in on trending topics and make all sorts of confessions. The ultimate unfiltered listen – with a…

PHILLIP SCHOFIELD Is star moving back in with ex? He’s been living in a £2 million flat in west London since coming out as gay in 2020. But is Phillip Schofield moving back in with his wife, Stephanie Lowe? Phil, 62, and Steph, 60, separated after he publicly came out, but never divorced and she even stood by him following his affair with a younger male This Morning colleague, which led to him walking away from his presenting gig. ‘Despite everything, Steph has been the solid support by Phillip’s side. He calls her “his rock”,’ a source said. In April, the pair were pictured together holding matching brown cockapoo puppies, with an onlooker saying, ‘Stephanie has continued to support her estranged husband – now they appear to both have new…

It may be the era of Ozempic, but you certainly won’t find presenter, author and fitness guru Davina McCall jumping on any of the latest weight-loss fads. ‘Health and fitness need to be a long-term thing that you can enjoy, not something you do for a couple of months a year and then give up on. I’ve never believed in quick fixes because I know they don’t work,’ she says. The mum of three also advises people to look to the future when it comes to staying fit. ‘If you want to stay younger for longer, exercise. How you look and feel in middle age is a really good indicator of how you’ll feel when you’re older and what kind of physical ability you’ll have. The sooner you start the…

DO-IT-ALL DRESSES If just the thought of baring your arms makes you break into a sweat, don’t panic! There are plenty of stylish dresses that offer a range of arm coverage. Look to floaty silhouettes and breathable fabrics such as cotton and linen to ensure you remain feeling (and looking!) cool and comfy. A-LINE SKIRTS Feminine and flattering, a timeless midi skirt is well worth adding to your outfit rotation. Pulling you in at the waist and skimming over hips and thighs, this ladylike style is effortless and easy to dress up or down. Try half-tucking in your top and complete with a pair of slinky mules. BELTED SHORTS They’re not just reserved for the young. For a more grown-up, sophisticated feel, opt for a high-waisted belted design with a…

SUMMER SLIMMING SPECIAL Health and wellbeing Ever wondered why calorie counting or low-fat diets work brilliantly for some people, but make others miserable? That’s because the success – or failure – of any weight-loss method depends on choosing the right one for your lifestyle or personality. ‘We’re all different,’ says clinical nutritionist Suzie Sawyer. ‘So what works for one person may be difficult for others to fit into their life.’ Struggling to lose pounds? Answer the questions below to find a plan that will suit you best. Take the test Circle the answer that best applies to you then read on for expert advice… 1 What ruins your good intentions? ◆ Other people – you often forget you’re on a diet and get led astray. ● Treats – you love…

Health and wellbeing When lack of sleep becomes a problem Not getting enough shut-eye? It could be impacting your body and mind… ‘I’Il sleep when I’m dead,’ came the chortle from a colleague this week – seemingly quite proud of the fact that they’d worked and played far too hard to get their recommended nightly seven to nine hours of kip. You don’t need to be a doctor to know that a persistent lack of sleep can leave you feeling rubbish, but lack of sleep and poor sleep quality can also have a profound effect on long-term health. Sleep provides downtime for your brain to not only rest but also to process and store new information. Not getting enough can hinder your short- and long-term memory, and your ability to…

PAWFECT BUYS Keep your pet entertained in the garden this summer with this fantastic deal from The Food Warehouse. Pick up any two toys – from balls to rope toys – and get them both for £5. Offer expires 3 January 2025. For more information on the offer visit thefoodwarehouse.com. PURR-FECT TREAT Stock up on cat litter at Pets at Home with its two for £20 offer on selected offerings. Choose from its sustainably sourced Pine & Spruce aroma pellet or its scented non-clumping cat litter. Offer expires 16 July 2024. Visit petsathome.com for more details. TAIL-WAGGINGLY TASTY Forthglade, which prides itself on using the best natural ingredients, has a terrific offer at the moment. From treats and oils to wet and dry food, you’ll find a variety of flavours…

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Jimmy Doherty teams up with Shivi Ramoutar to present new Sunday morning show Jimmy and Shivi’s Farmhouse Breakfast, filmed at his family farm and wildlife park in Suffolk. Here, the pair tell us more… What can we expect from the series? JIMMY There is so much packed into the show. It has something for everyone, including mouth-watering recipes, great cocktails, fantastic guests, lots of things for people to do, from beekeeping to growing your own veg, plus a whole host of animal characters! SHIVI It’s going to kick-start your Sunday. It’s wholesome and family-friendly. It’s the kind of thing I would want to wake up to. Viewers will learn about different things happening in the country, meet the people providing food that we’re eating, learn some delicious simple recipes and…

Columnist GET AID IN NOW! Have you found yourself looking away when confronted with the images of starving children in Gaza? It’s difficult for the eye to linger on pictures of little children reduced to bags of bones. It’s appalling to see spines protruding through translucent skin, eyes sunken and glassing over. Youthful smiles replaced by the look of the haunted. The United Nations children’s agency, UNICEF, is warning that 90% of children in the enclave lack food essential for healthy growth, describing a catastrophic ‘escalation in nutrition deprivation’. ‘This is evidence of the horrific impact the conflict and restrictions are having on families’ ability to meet children’s food needs – and the speed at which it places children at risk of life-threatening malnutrition,’ UNICEF said. Blockades in aid mean…

MOTSI MABUSE Strictly judge Motsi has always battled with her body image, having previously admitted, ‘As a professional dancer, my weight was a constant struggle.’ Yet while she added, ‘I’ll never get to the stage where I think I look great,’ after joining WeightWatchers – and losing 2st 2lb – the star is much happier with her shape. ‘For me it works… because you can integrate it into your daily life. I can have my chocolate and I’m still losing weight.’ Motsi, 43, also has a personal trainer who helps keep her motivated to work out, but maintains, ‘A healthy mind, body and soul is more important to being thin.’ Amen to that! REBEL WILSON Aussie actor Rebel famously shed almost 6st during her ‘year of health’ in 2020. ‘I…

Style | Beauty | Health Conquer the warm weather with a versatile capsule wardrobe. The puff-sleeved dress is perfect for sunny days, while a striped top and white trousers offer a chic option for daytime. Button-down shirts can be worn with jeans or over swimwear. These pieces provide endless outfit combinations – so now all we need is some sun!…

1 Buff & smooth The quickest way to achieve smooth soles is to use a hard-working foot file. Scholl Hard Skin Remover Foot File, £7.99, Boots, promises soft feet in just seconds. Take the file and buff it into the soles of your feet to remove hard skin and calluses until they look and feel smooth. Make sure to use it on the sides of your feet and under your toes. 2 Exfoliate & scrub After filing, either jump in the shower or massage in a foot scrub and rinse off in the bath to ensure all dead skin has been removed. Neal’s Yard Pumice Foot Scrub, £16, nealsyardremedies.com, gets to work on even the toughest of soles. The ginger and mint essential oils work to revitalise tired feet and…

SUMMER SLIMMING SPECIALHealth and wellbeing Time to cut down on all the chocolate, sweets and desserts you’ve been eating? Reducing your intake of treats is easier than you may think and the weight-loss benefits of doing it are huge – you’ll lose inches from your waist and find you have more energy, too. The key to your success is still leaving room for enjoyment while drastically cutting the added sugars in your diet. Want to know how? Follow this easy eating plan, and you could blitz 7lb in one month – without feeling like you’re missing out. BREAKFASTS (approximately 250 calories) Bowl of porridge Made with 50g oats, 300ml fluid (half water, half semi-skimmed milk) and Stevia to sweeten. Egg on toast A poached egg on 1 slice of granary…

Looking to feel more confident in your summer wardrobe and on the beach? The good news is, with targeted exercises, it’s possible to work your wobbly bits and create definition. ‘These moves will not only give you a more toned physique, but will help to strengthen bones, reduce joint and lower back pain, and improve balance and posture,’ says fitness coach Suzy Alvarez*. The best bit? Expect to notice a difference in just a fortnight. YOUR MOVES With these exercises, you’ll build and refine the muscles in your body – giving a slimmer silhouette. Aim to do the workout at least three times a week. 1 Knee to elbow Standing tall, engage your core. Lift your right knee off the floor and twist it up to touch your left elbow.…

Go green, save cash We all want to do our bit when it comes to recycling and sustainability, but can saving the planet also save you money? Absolutely! These tips can help you do both – and in most cases you don’t have to go further than the high street. DISCOUNTS FOR PRE-LOVED CLOTHES Having a clear out? Here’s how to get some money off for recycling old clothes. £5 VOUCHER Take old clothes or home textiles (any brand or condition) to H&M and receive a £5 voucher to spend at the store. Simply hand the bag over at the cash desk and get your voucher. H&M will sort out the clothes for recycling, reuse or rewear; hm.com. 15% OFF Get 15% off New Look when you donate old clothes…

Summer berry pudding Make the most of seasonal berries with this classic British dessert, perfect for making ahead. SERVES 8 PREP 20 MINS, PLUS COOLING AND OVERNIGHT CHILLING ✱ 10-12 slices of stale white bread, crusts removed✱ 175g caster sugar✱ 1kg mixed summer berries✱ Single cream, to serve You will need:✱ 9cm plain round cutter✱ 600ml pudding basin or bowl 1 Cut a round out of 1 slice of bread, using the cutter. Reserve 4 of the remaining slices and cut the rest into 3 strips. 2 In a medium saucepan, heat the sugar and 6tbsp of water until the sugar dissolves. Add most of the berries, reserving a small handful for decorating, and simmer gently for 1 min to soften. Set aside to cool, then strain through a fine…