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‘I’m half my size!’ Meet Nicole Gully, the Weight Watchers Slimmer of the Year who lost an incredible 68kg! Four years ago, Adelaide schoolteacher Nicole Gully never would have thought she’d be compared to slender Hollywood stars like Nicole Kidman, Jodie Foster and Julianne Moore. But after losing an amazing 68.5kg, the 28-year-old now looks […]

By Judy Davie For further information about food and nutrition, visit Judy Davie’s website at www.thefoodcoach.com.au I’m embarrassed by this, but my husband has quite a high sex drive, but because I’m very overweight (80kg), I’m too self-conscious about my body and often reject his advances. I know it upsets him, but I can’t bear […]

An exclusive extract from Three Bags Full(Doubleday) by Leonie Swann. ‘He was healthy yesterday,’ said Maude. Her ears twitched nervously. ‘That doesn’t mean anything,’ pointed out Sir Ritchfield, the oldest ram in the flock. ‘He didn’t die of an illness. Spades are not an illness.’ The shepherd was lying in the green Irish grass beside […]

According to the Oxford Companion to Food, when introduced in the 17th century to Britain, the red beet was described as ‘the most excellent and delicate salad’. This humble root vegetable is now making its way out of traditional recipe books and onto the menus of the hippest restaurants in town. And with interesting new […]

Is the working week wearing you down? Every little bit of exercise helps — even when you’re stuck at your desk. Give yourself a hand massage: Search out sore spots, press with your thumbs and hold for five seconds. Make tight fists and do air-punches, then shake them. Tame shoulder tension by ‘walking’ your right […]

Where’s the one place celebrities go to de-stress, detox, lose those excess kilos and hone their fitness before their next big movie role? All around the globe they’re hooked on the sensational benefits of the spa scene, where they check out from their hectic lives and check in for a regular dose of rejuvenation. What’s […]

Question I’m desperately looking for a fitted, single-breasted rain or trench coat that’s showerproof. Where can I find one? Heather, via e-mail Answer Many fashion labels are including the trenchcoat in their latest collection as it continues to be a fashion classic and a winter wardrobe must have. But just because it looks good on […]

What are the fashion must-haves this winter? Answer Here’s a list of everything you must add to your wardrobe this season: Trench coat Long cardigan Round-toe boots A long-sleeved print dress Jeans Tailored blazer Full skirt (to wear with your boots) Happy shopping! The AWW Fashion Team

Question My nails always grow to a certain length and then break. What can I do to help them grow? Yessar, via e-mail Answer Manicurist Christina Fitzgerald says that it is possible to grow your nails past their regular breaking point with a little tender love and care. Here are her tips for healthy nails: […]

Question: I’m starting a job that requires I wear make-up, but my skin is really sensitive — I get puffy eyes from eyeshadow and itchy lips from lipstick. Can you suggest make-up I can use? Suzanne, Ryde, NSW Answer: Mineral make-up would be ideal for your skin. It’s made from pure minerals such as mica, […]