Table of contents for 3-2019 in Best

‘Will you marry me?’ asked four-year-old Arthur Holly Willoughby may be happily married – but that’s not to say that she doesn’t get other offers! Just last week, the 37-year-old made her return to This Morning for the first time since last October, having spent two months Down Under, filming I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! And one person who was notably pleased to see her back in action was four-year-old Arthur – who appeared in Channel 4’s Secret Life Of 4-Year-Olds later that evening. The cheeky chappy fell hook, line and sinker for the blonde bombshell. So much so that when he was on the This Morning sofa, he popped the question! After voicing those famous four words, ‘Will you marry me?’ the adorable little chap presented…

He’s been her rock for over 25 years, and never more so than since her devastating Alzheimer’s diagnosis. And tragically, Scott Mitchell, the husband of Dame Barbara Windsor, 81, last week revealed the heartbreaking news that the disease is now so advanced the actress sometimes no longer recognises him. ‘Her confusion is really bad – I spend a lot of time explaining where we are’ ‘I was helping her out of the bath and she suddenly looked at me, very scared, and said, “Sorry, who are you?” admitted Scott. ‘There’s no words that can describe it.’ Speaking on GMB to Susanna Reid and Piers Morgan, Scott, 56, explained, ‘Over the last two weeks, her confusion has got really bad. I spend a lot of time explaining where we are –…

7 STEPS TO LOOK GOOD NAKED! No matter what your shape and size, most of us feel self-conscious about our naked bodies. But let me tell you… there’s truth in the saying beauty is in the eye of the beholder. But before you can share the love, you need to feel good about yourself. Here are my seven steps to feeling better about your body. 1. Firstly, remember your weight doesn’t define you, your attitude does. So, confidence is the key. Develop your self-esteem by looking in the mirror naked and saying, ‘I am a beautiful version of me and I am confident,’ 10 times. While you are repeating this mantra, tap on the top of your head 10 times, then tap your cheeks 10 times, then your jaw line…

Loose Women star Coleen Nolan previously admitted that her 50th milestone had kick-started the worst decade of her life, claiming, ‘I’ve hated it. Since 51, 52, 53, I’ve just not enjoyed it.’ Moreover, it’s been well documented that the 53-year-old has endured a testing 12 months, especially after the breakdown of her 11-year marriage. The mum-of-three announced in February last year that she was splitting from her ex-husband, Ray Fensome, after ‘fighting with every fibre of her being’ to make it work. ‘If I was Coleen Smith from up the road – do you really think they’d be interested?’ And as if that wasn’t enough to deal with, Coleen then took a three-month hiatus from television in September and scrapped her singing tour, after she was branded a ‘bully’ following a…

Feeling overwhelmed? Never underestimate the power of scent. Just one whiff of something has the ability to help adjust your mood, so why not use it to your advantage? Consider these five products your January beauty prescription for a happier month… Fake it yourself Glow-boosting face mask When it comes to getting your vitamin C hit, most people think that oranges are the best option, but kiwis actually contain more of this super important vitamin. Applied topically this fruit has a brightening effect, thanks to its exfoliating properties. Those prone to sensitivity should do a small patch test prior to trying this recipe in case of a reaction. Peel one kiwi and chop into chunks before mashing or blending into a puree. Add up to 1½tbsp plain yoghurt along with…

Butterbean masala SERVES 4 PREP: 10 mins COOK: about 10 mins 2tbsp vegetable oil4 shallots, sliced3 garlic cloves, crushed4tsp garam masala1-2 red chillies, deseeded and finely chopped8 tomatoes, roughly chopped4 x 400g tins of butterbeans, drained and rinsed2 handfuls fresh coriander or spinach, chopped 1 Heat oil in a pan and gently cook shallots for 5 mins. 2 Stir in garlic, garam masala and red chillies. Cook for 1 min, then add tomatoes and 400ml water. Simmer for 3 mins, occasionally squashing tomatoes with a wooden spoon. 3 Stir in the butterbeans and heat through. 4 Stir through coriander (or spinach, if using) and check seasoning. Serve immediately. Per serving: CALS 314; FAT 8g; SAT FAT 1g; CARBS 44g Prawn & spring green stir-fry SERVES 4 PREP: 10 mins COOK:…

…new dancing and dating show, Flirty Dancing It’s like a blind date, but rather than going to a bar or restaurant, you have a few minutes to dance with that person to a choreographed routine. Then, you decide if you want to go out on a date. You don’t get to speak, it’s all based on how that dance made you feel. …filming in dramatic locations All of them are placed in what could be scenes from rom-coms. We went to great places and had some lovely times. We went to an empty St Pancras station in the middle of the night. We’ve also been on the edges of piers, dancing at sunsets and sunrises. We’ve been at viewpoints looking over London, amazing art galleries and other romantic locations –…

Didi Conn, who played ‘beauty school dropout’ Frenchy in Grease, is just as sweet in person as her iconic role. And the adorable star is already melting hearts on Dancing On Ice – although at 67, she’s the show’s oldest ever contestant. Didi decided, she says, it was time to do something for herself, after years of caring for her autistic son, Danny, now 26. Granted, not many women her age would opt for learning how to ice skate on live TV – but this Pink Lady loves a challenge… Didi, how are you enjoying your stay in the UK? I’m staying in St Albans, in Hertfordshire, and it’s so pretty! I got lost the other day and spent an hour wandering around before I found my hotel. But it’s such an enchanting…

Olivia knew her husband, Ed, was The One when they met at university, both aged 20. Just like the movies, it was love at first sight! ‘He didn’t really stand a chance,’ she has previously confessed. ‘I had thunderbolts. I went, “I’m going to marry him.”’ They tied the knot in 2001 and have three children – a three-year-old daughter [who they’ve never publicly named] and sons Finn, 14, and Hall, 12, who, says Olivia, don’t give a hoot about her fame. ‘They’re deliciously uninterested in what I do.’ Speaking of the night she won two Baftas in 2013, she said, ‘It was a bit much. I just needed to take the massive Spanx off and calm down. So, I went home. I just wanted Ed and a cup of tea.’ How…

‘Did you hear the one about the drug dealers who avoided jail because the judge was impressed with the spelling and grammar in their ‘marketing’ text messages? Hilarious, isn’t it? Well, it would be if it weren’t true. Two students, Brandon Kerrison and Luke Rance, were found to be selling cannabis – a crime that could have attracted a sentence of up to 26 weeks in jail. But the judge said he didn’t want to ‘fetter the prospects’ of the pair by sending them to prison, so ordered them both to do community service. One of the messages read: “Mad flavours from 10 tonight – let me know for more details.” Not much exceptional spelling or grammar there, as far as I can see. The judge didn’t agree – he…

Would you watch Detainment? It’s a film that has caused uproar, and it’s not hard to see why. The 30-minute drama is based on the interview transcripts and records of Jon Venables and Robert Thompson from when they were arrested for the kidnapping and murder of toddler James Bulger. The movie has won numerous European awards, and is now tipped for an Oscar. Yet, critics have claimed it is too sympathetic to the killers, and James’s parents, Denise Fergus and Ralph Bulger, have slammed the creators of the film. Ralph said, ‘[The producer] may consider it to be in the public domain, but he’s making films and a career from the murder of my son.’ Denise also spoke about her hopes to boycott the film saying, ‘I’ve been told that…

Standing outside in the sunshine on my 50th birthday, I watched two women chatting warmly and my heart swelled. They looked so comfortable, you’d have thought they were old friends. In fact, they were both my mothers. This was the first time all three of us had gathered together. A decade earlier, we hadn’t even known each other’s names. One was Evelyn, who’d given birth to me. The other, Margaret, had adopted me at seven weeks old. Twelve years on from the party, I can still recall that astonishing sense of my past and present finally coming together. I was reunited with my birth mother when I was 40. I don’t imagine many adoptive parents have wanted to navigate the complicated emotional waters of getting to know the woman who…

Gloria Hunniford is a mum-of-three and grandmother of 10. She’s been divorced, remarried and learned to deal with the loss of her daughter and, on Rip Off Britain, she battles consumer issues. In her own words, she’s ‘lived a lot’. So, ask Gloria anything… I feel totally used by my ‘friend’ A very old pal asked me to stay with her recently for a couple of weeks. As I don’t see much of her, and we’re both retired, I jumped at the chance. But, the day after I arrived, she said she had to go into hospital for a minor op. Long story short, I was left playing housewife to her husband! I had to cook, wash, even fetch his medication from the GP. I was shocked and didn’t know how…

LOW CAL BUBBLES! Cut down on calories, as well as alcohol, with a little help from Aldi. Their ZeroPointZero non-alcoholic sparkling wine, £2.49, contains just 35 calories per serving. Perfect for Dry January! SMART SWAP While brilliantly versatile, shop-bought pesto often contains oodles of oil. The good news is Sacla has launched a healthier alternative, with a third less oil plus no added sugar or salt. Available now in all major supermarkets for £2.50. Spice up your menu Fancy a quick dish bursting with flavour? Then try one of Asda’s Good and Balanced meals. We particularly like the Tandoori Chicken with Cauliflower Rice, £2.50. Better than a takeaway! WORTH A BITE! If you love a Jaffa Cake but are cutting down on your portion sizes, these mini morsels of deliciousness…

TOP TIP The smallest corner makes an ideal space. Combine faux or fresh plants and a few ornaments to create a pleasant looking area.…

Oti Mabuse, 28, left humble beginnings in a township in South Africa to find fame as a professional dancer on Strictly Come Dancing. Now, with the world at her feet, this likeable go-getter seems to be enchanting audiences as a ‘dance captain’ alongside singer Cheryl and Glee’s Matthew Morrison on Simon Cowell’s latest juggernaut - BBC show, The Greatest Dancer. Oti, we’re loving you on The Greatest Dancer! What prompted you to get involved in the show? Well, first off, it’s all about dance, so it was a no-brainer. But I also thought it would be fun for me to be on the other side of the desk for once! To be able to help support upcoming dancers is something that really appealed to me. This is a big show, and it was…

With police called to Linda Robson’s house twice in two weeks over her ‘erratic behaviour’, fans have been left wondering what’s going on with the Loose Women panellist? It was reported the 60-year-old’s family dialled 999 after reaching ‘breaking point’ amid fears she might ‘harm herself’. One suggestion is that the grandmother and mum-of-three – who lost 2½st last year – wasn’t sleeping properly over Christmas, and the stress had become too much. Usually outspoken and strong, Linda, who has been married to Mark Dunford for 28 years, has talked before about the pressures the festive season brings. ‘The grandkids come and open Santa’s presents at mine, then I do a big fry-up for everyone. Then, I get cooking the next meal. After all that work, it gets gobbled up in seconds.…

TOP TIP The wrap dress is back! For a glam look, wear it with gold sandals and a show-stopping necklace. TOP TIP Bored of your winter coat? Invest in a tweed, collarless style. They make any outfit look elegant. TOP TIP Sticking to one shade top-to-toe is a great way to look taller and trimmer!…

Bootleg bottoms Opt for figure-flattering flares. Make it midi The perfect length for every occasion. Jump to it! Go minimal with an all-in-one. Skinny style This classic shape is sticking around for the next season.…

Us Brits have always loved a good old-fashioned sausage roll, right? Whether they’re beckoning us towards a buffet table, we’re grabbing one on the go or we’re dishing them up for dinner, they’ve never been more popular. Did you know that bakery chain Greggs sells a whopping 1.5 million sausage rolls per week and just launched a vegan version? So, we thought: what better way to banish the winter blues than to come up with the perfect sausage roll eating plan! HOW IT WORKS • Our seven-day meal plan on page 31 includes breakfast, lunch, dinner and two snacks a day. • Sausage rolls can be swapped for meat-free versions. • Drink at least 2 litres of fluids each day, including water, herbal tea, sugar-free squash and tea and coffee,…

£ 2.80 PER SERVING Hoisin Beef Stir Fry It’s January and as far as I’m concerned this month is all about quick, easy food and cheating whenever possible – thus I’m using a packet of stir-fry vegetables and hoisin sauce from a jar. So convenient! SERVES 4 PER SERVING: CALS 763; FAT 23g 200g vermicelli rice noodles1tbsp sesame oil2 garlic cloves, sliced2tbsp grated ginger1 red chilli, chopped3tbsp vegetable oil2 packets (640g) stir-fry vegetables4tbsp soy sauce50ml hoisin sauce500g rump steak Sesame seeds (optional) 1 Submerge rice noodles in just-boiled water, cover and leave for 8 minutes. Drain and stir through the sesame oil to stop them sticking. 2 Meanwhile, fry the garlic, ginger and chilli in half the vegetable oil for a few seconds then introduce the vegetables and stir-fry for…

With DANCING ON ICE’S JAMES ‘I'm doing Phantom Of The Opera for musical week – I need to back it up with decent skating!' MY PRAT FALL… I’m still on a high after my first skate! But before it, warming up in front of the studio audience, I face-planted on the ice, slid, hit the boards, and the audience went deadly quiet. Alex skated over and asked if I was OK – I stood up and everyone cheered! I hope they have it on camera… THE REAL GEMMA The GC is smashing this. I’ve discovered she’s a truly lovely person and is proving all the critics wrong. Yes, she promotes her ‘diva image’, as Coleen Nolan has said, but it’s just a performance. I’ve seen Gemma fall on the ice…