Tabla de contenidos para 10-2025 en Best

I was so sad to read that 39-year-old Michelle Trachtenberg, the star of Buffy The Vampire Slayer and Gossip Girl, died last Wednesday – the reason has still not been confirmed in the press, but I believe that it might have been her body rejecting her reported liver transplant. Why was she on my radar? I have a daughter the age of 28 who has loved every show she was ever in. Who knows why she needed a liver transplant? Her health was her own business, but I hated it last year when she had to hit out at people who believed it was her own fault through drinking or an eating disorder. ‘Check yourself haters!’ she wrote back at them. Hear, hear. We are ALL so quick to judge.…

If you’ve not already seen the latest Bridget Jones film, you may want to look away now! The film sees Bridget (now in her 50s) grieving as a single mum of two, after the death of her beloved husband - Mark Darcy, played by Colin Firth. During an interview between Good Morning Britain’s Kate Garraway and Renée Zellweger, the 57-year-old touchingly opened up about her own grief, admitting she found a lot of synergy between her life after losing husband Derek Draper in 2024, and Bridget’s… ‘Everybody thinks they’ve got a bit of Bridget Jones in them or they know a Bridget Jones, but it’s usually the lovable bits. Mine are always the clutzy bits and the falling over!’ Kate added, ‘But since we last chatted it has felt very…

TV presenter, actress, writer – and most importantly, the mum of Murder On The Dancefloor singer - Sophie Ellis-Bextor, we could have spoken to Janet Ellis about her life for days. The former Blue Peter star (a mum of three), 69, sadly lost her beloved husband, John, during lockdown of 2020, but is determined to live life as much as she can, despite her grief. With a fabulous podcast, Twice Upon A Time, heading over to her daughter’s for kitchen discos (Sophie made these popular during lockdown), and even having her 20-year-old grandson, Sonny, wanting to live with her – we’d say she’s doing pretty well. Here, we talk to one of Britain’s favourite eighties TV presenters... Janet, how are you? I wish it would start to get a bit…

HOW IT WORKS There are a few reasons why our tummies get bigger as we age. One is that we can lose muscle mass that slows down the number of calories we burn a day, but we can also become less sensitive to the fat-storing hormone insulin. When this happens, the sugar glucose we make from food doesn’t enter the cells where it’s used as effectively and instead, it enters the fat stores – particularly those around the middle. The good news is that you can fight back. Starting a regular exercise programme – particularly ones including strength training exercises such as body pump classes, weight training or resistance bands – helps build muscle. And, going on a low-carb diet can help fight insulin resistance. Our plan opposite is one…

DETOX AND DECLUTTER! It’s pointless cleaning if you’re surrounded by lots of clutter. Not sure where to start? Sam Tamlyn, interior expert and managing director of Shutterly Fabulous recommends the following.... ● Tackling one room at a time is a great way to avoid feeling overwhelmed when cleaning. ● Try the 1-3-5 method to stay organised. It involves tackling one large, three medium, and five small tasks daily. This approach can break down decluttering and cleaning into manageable chunks, making the process far less overwhelming. ● Organising and concealing wires and cables can significantly declutter your space, so make sure to use cable ties, clips or sleeves to bundle these cables together and route them neatly along walls or under furniture. This will transform the look of your home instantly…

THE PERFECT PAIR This is a very dangerous time of year for me… it’s when one is obliged to venture outside into the daylight, sporting that essential, but dreaded, wardrobe item of the season – a fashionable pair of jeans. But what is a good jean? When I was in my 20s, a pair of Levi’s was interchangeable with a pair of Wranglers. But nowadays the ideal pair has to be specially researched to make sure the crutch, bum, length and thigh is appropriately ‘set-off’ and ‘in vogue’. I may be over-thinking this, but how can a few metres of lowly denim (I mean, it’s not even velvet) stitched into a pair of common trousers cause so much vexation and judgement? Surely, I thought, I must have something suitable hiding…

He was one of the most iconic voices of the Seventies and Eighties and now he’s broadcasting from our favourite station Boom radio. Now one of our most iconic DJs, David Hamilton looks back on a life well lived… Hi David, did Ken Dodd really name you ‘Diddy’ David Hamilton? Absolutely, it was 1967 and he was a huge star already hosting The Ken Dodd Show, which had sketches on it. I was a TV announcer and I’d met him for an audition. He turned to the crew and said: ‘So, what do you think of diddy David?’ (David was 5ft 6in) They fell about laughing! To be fair, he asked me if I minded him calling me that, but I really didn’t. It was my first big TV break…

BADGE OF HONOUR Last year, Kara got her Gundog certificate, and was placed first in her class at the Lagotto Romagnolo Championship show. This means she’ll compete at Crufts this year, where she’ll strut her stuff on the green carpet! PET OF THE WEEK Name: KaraOwner: Susan, West SussexBreed: Lagotto Romagnolo POLE POSITION As a gundog breed, Kara likes to be active and mentally stimulated and is currently learning distance handled agility (and other activities) alongside her owner, Susan. She is making great progress! GROOMED TO PERFECTION After a busy day, Kara will most likely be covered in mud and water, so she knows to jump in the bath ready to be washed! With Crufts on the horizon, her short coat is still growing in, but in the days before,…

Love her or not, there’s no denying Meghan Markle has impeccable taste when it comes to all things ‘Lifestyle.’ From her effortlessly chic wardrobe (sometimes even referencing the late Princess of Wales) to the American Riviera Orchard brand – now re-named ‘As Ever’ – launching this Spring, the former Suits actress really has got it right, regarding all things being easy on the eye... But if you think you’re in for a sneak peek of Harry and Meghan’s luxurious Montecito home in her supposedly ‘candid’ new series (that launches on Netflix today), think again. The ‘at home’ show was actually filmed at the couple’s neighbours down the road… for what reason? Who knows... And it’s not the first time the 43-year-old has been associated with borrowed luxury! In their 2022…

‘I was saying a couple of weeks ago how I couldn’t believe how sick everyone was at the moment, and kind of boasting how I haven’t been sick for ages, which I haven’t. I really should have kept my mouth shut because guess what? Here I am on the last week of my holiday and I can’t get out of bed! Worse, we are in our favourite place in the world, Bangkok! To say I’m bereft is an absolute understatement. Mark had it first, now I’ve got it. Honestly, I’ve never experienced such a painful cough in my whole life, like someone’s clubbing me in the chest every time I do it. It’s so violent I think it’s damaged my stomach muscles and bruised my ribs. God only knows what’s…

JOIN THE CONVERSATION Do you believe in old wives’ tales? They’re sayings or superstitions that have been passed down and shared for centuries. Yet, despite modern science and technology, a new survey by Slotozilla has revealed that 81 per cent of Brits still adhere to old wives’ tales in their daily lives. From avoiding walking under ladders, to believing itchy palms means we’re coming into money, these age-old superstitions continue to shape behaviour across the UK. Seventy three per cent of respondents said they avoid smashing mirrors at all costs – in case it brings seven years’ bad luck, and 21 per cent swear that ‘feeding a fever and starving a cold’ is a foolproof health remedy. What old wives’ tales have you been told? Do you repeat them to…

LOVE YOUR LEFTOVERS ● Garlic: Rub any leftover slices over a pimple to take the inflammation away – this ingredient is antibacterial. ● Tea bags: Add used bags to a bowl of hot water and soak feet for 10 minutes. Tea contains tannins that help deal with bacteria. ● Orange peel: Leave out to dry in a tray for three days, grind into a powder and add to your moisturiser for a vitamin C mask. Rinse off after 10 minutes. ● Pineapple juice: Pour into an ice tray and freeze. In the morning, wrap a cube in a cotton pad and massage over skin. Leave for five minutes before rinsing. The pineapple enzymes will keep your skin hydrated. Check your spice rack These storecupboard saviours make great beauty boosters. DAIRY…

On 30 August 2023, a severely malnourished and bruised 12-year-old boy arrived at a neighbour’s porch in Ivins, Utah. Barefoot, his legs were alarmingly thin, duct tape was strapped around his wrists and ankles. The neighbours gave him food and water, and the man called 911. Describing the child’s emaciated condition, he began to cry. ‘Do you know his mom’s name?’ the operator asked. ‘Ruby Franke,’ the neighbour then replied. Following Franke’s arrest, the case became one of America’s biggest trending stories. Ruby Franke, a mother-of-six, had been a prominent YouTube influencer, broadcasting her ‘picture-perfect’ family life to millions. To many, it seemed unthinkable that a ‘momfluencer’ who’d given parenting advice to over two million YouTube followers could be guilty of child abuse. Franke launched the Eight Passengers YouTube channel…

TOP TIP! Replacing your ironing board cover can help make this chore easier and will give better results. If you iron for an hour a week, it’s a good idea to upgrade your cover every three to five years!…

Get ready to Sort Your Life Out this Spring, with creative queen Stacey Solomon and hubby Joe Swash’s inspirational home, where they live with their five ‘pickles’...…

Rosie didn’t want to be mean, but she wished her friend Julie would shut her trap – her von trap, in fact. There was a screening of sing-a-long The Sound of Music at their local cinema in a few days’ time and Julie had been banging on about it for what seemed like forever. ‘So… I’m going as Maria, but Maria once she’s married to Captain von Trapp – I’m not doing the nun thing or the drab curtain-dress thing. Oh no, no, no! I wanna be glam! I would go as the Baroness but she doesn’t get her man, does she? Whereas I…’ Julie gave a little giggle. ‘I got mine! Oh boy, have I got mine!’ Rosie felt her mouth setting in a rictus grin. While she was…

Josie Gibson proved she really is the girl next door when she claimed first-class travel isn’t all it’s cracked up to be! The much-loved This Morning presenter recently landed her dream gig on Channel 5’s new luxury travel show, Around The World In First Class. Reflecting on her latest adventures – which see her enjoy top airlines and six- and seven-star hotels – a down-to-earth Josie is completely bewildered, often bursting into giggles at the sheer grandeur of it all. Whether she’s being handed another glass of Champagne, or introduced to yet another butler, the mum-of-one is constantly blown away, checking with staff if the treats on offer really are for her... The 40-year-old even admitted to craving something a little bit more basic in a recent interview! ‘I know…

TOP TIP These pull on trousers are perfect for warmer weather. Wear over a swimsuit and team with a loose fitting white shirt.…

Towards the end of his life, Rob lost the ability to do basic things – he couldn’t feed himself, go to the toilet or wash himself, I did it all for him. There were times when I used to think, ‘What have we done to deserve this?’ But Rob was so positive, that rippled through the whole family. He showed how to deal with adversity by not feeling sorry for himself – he wanted to make the most of each day while he was here and live in the moment. So that’s what we decided to do, and I found myself feeling grateful for the time I had with him. Macy is 12 now, Maya, nine, and Jackson, six, and I often say that they’re like their dad – brave…

Running into the sea wearing a beautiful sparkly ball gown, the cold water enveloped my body, and I breathed a sigh of relief. A few years ago, I would never have done this, but sometimes, things happen that can change everything… It was the end of 2019 when I’d been given the terrifying news that I had bowel cancer. But rather than wallowing, it made me realise I needed my life to be better. It gave me the oomph I needed to change my life. Sadly, my marriage ended, yet we ensured we put our children, Rufus, now 11 and Elsa, nine, first. My ex was – and still is – a brilliant dad, and I think my diagnosis made me a better mum. I’d been 38 at the time,…

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Chilli fries This is a burger-joint classic. It’s messy, substantial and not very glamorous, but boy does it taste good! This is French-fry cuisine at its finest. Serves 4 • 1tbsp vegetable oil• 1 small onion, finely chopped• 1 small red (bell) pepper, diced• 2 garlic cloves, crushed• 400g minced beef• 1tsp ground cumin• 1tsp dried oregano• ½tsp cayenne pepper, or to taste• 1 x 400g can chopped tomatoes• 1 x 400g can black beans, drained• Classic fries• Worcestershire sauce, optional• Chilli sauce, optional• Tabasco, optional• 125g finely grated cheese, such as mild Cheddar plus a few spoonfuls of sour cream• 1 spring onion, finely chopped• Salt and black pepper 1 In a large pot, combine the oil, onion and pepper and cook over a medium heat, stirring, until soft. 2 Add…

TOP TIP! Looking to give your room a lift? Think bright, fresh and uplifting shades of apricot, soft blush and powder pink. You don’t need to completely redecorate – a new bedding set will do the trick!…

When it comes to clearing our homes and spaces, it’s the little fixes that often make the most difference. Changing the time on the oven clock to the correct one, organising your bookshelves or sorting through the old receipts in your purse. These small wins are the things that never fail to make us smile, and yet they’re the things we often put off. Research has shown that people who describe their living spaces as cluttered are more likely to be fatigued and depressed than those who describe their homes as restful and restorative. A clear home means a clearer mind, because it gives you a sense of control over your environment. You can choose to control what comes into your house, and taking back that control will leave you…

MY FRIEND HAS REALLY HURT ME... I was so shocked and upset when my dearest friend told me that she ‘needs to find the energy to talk to me.’ I’m a very private person, and she was the only one I felt I could truly trust. The fact she felt the need to sit me down and tell me it was ‘time to have a chat’ about ‘how much I overshare’ is mind-blowing. If she was in a bad place I may have felt differently, but nothing has changed in either of our lives. As my friend of 18 years, I don’t think I’ve ever been so hurt! Nicole, Taunton, Somerset I can’t help wondering if this is much more about your friend than about you? Could it be that…

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TRAVEL SNAPSHOT There’s a real sense of wildness in the Cairngorms. This mountain range includes five of the UK’s six highest peaks, with miles of native Caledonian pinewoods spreading underneath them. Flowing through it all is the River Spey, along which you’ll find a string of interesting towns and villages. All this unspoiled nature lends itself to outdoor activities: try watersports, snowsports, wildlife-watching or hiking and biking – depending on the season and your thirst for adventure. INSIDER’S GUIDE Easily accessed Aviemore is the gateway to Cairngorms National Park. From here, you can follow the river’s flow to Boat of Garten, Nethy Bridge and elegant Grantown-on-Spey, all of which are connected via the Speyside Way footpath (with an option to hike some sections and take the 37 bus back). Enjoy…

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