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Healthy new year’s resolutions are easy to make when you’re full of chocolate and good intentions in December. But once the cold, hard shock of January kicks in, it’s a different story. So if you’re already struggling with willpower, let us help! On page 40, three women explain how they stuck to their goals… with incredible lasting results. We’ve spoken to Kelly Brook, who reveals how she dropped two dress sizes (and stopped doctoring her selfies!), and Joe Wicks shares his favourite healthy veggie recipes. Plus some of our fave celebs have given us their mood-boosting tips. Kerry Katona credits exercise with transforming her mindset, so why not follow her lead and make use of our free three-day gym pass? It’s never easy to start a new regime, but we’re…

They formed a close bond during her three-month stint on The X Factor in 2011, but Rebecca Ferguson tells Closer that her former mentor, Cheryl, hasn’t spoken to her since. Liverpudlian singer Rebecca, 32 – who came second in The X Factor ahead of One Direction – says, “I haven’t seen Cheryl since The X Factor. We were both on The One Show in 2016 – she was being interviewed and I was singing – but I didn’t even speak to her then. She left before I sang, so I didn’t get to say hello to her.” And Rebecca adds that despite not staying in touch, there’s no feud or bitterness between the pair and she wishes her all the best. “There’s no hard feelings. I think that, after the…

She’s notoriously unlucky in love and has endured a string of failed relationships, including a broken engagement to former TOWIE co-star Mark Wright in 2011, and a doomed romance with ex-con Joey Morrison, which ended last year after he was caught messaging other women. And Lauren Goodger, 32, sparked concern among pals when she recently shared videos of herself enjoying a drunken night with former Hollyoaks actor Gary Lucy, 37, just weeks after his estranged wife Natasha – from whom he split in November – welcomed their fourth child. Lauren admitted she’d had “too many drinks” on the night and claimed the pair were being “naughty” after they arranged two elves in a saucy position. She also posted a video of the actor throwing £20 notes at her, with the…

We’re used to stars baring all online, but when WAG Rebekah Vardy posted a picture of herself on Instagram, waiting to undergo a smear test, some of her followers were shocked. Trolls accused the 36 year old of oversharing with the photo, which showed her bare legs spread and the white covers pulled up to her thighs. But charity Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust credited her with reminding women to get tested. WORRYING TREND The number of women attending cervical screening tests in the UK is at its lowest in 21 years, with almost five million women overdue and 900 women dying of cervical cancer every year. Two weeks ago, mum-of-four Natasha Sale died aged 31, after being diagnosed with cervical cancer. She’d spent her final months campaigning to have the…

• Women aged 25 to 64 who are registered with a doctor are automatically invited for a cervical screening. Those aged between 25 and 49 should have them every three years, while women aged 50 to 64 are invited every five years. • The test can detect changes in the cervix, including abnormal cells, which could potentially develop into cancer. Less than one in 2,000 test results shows an invasive cancer. • During the test, an instrument called a speculum is placed into the vagina, which holds the walls open so that the cervix can be seen. A small, soft brush is then used to collect cells. The test takes around five minutes. • If you have any symptoms of cervical cancer, it’s important to go to your GP –…

She’s made no secret of her desire to start a family after finding happiness with reality star boyfriend Joshua Ritchie. And last week Charlotte Crosby, 28, sparked speculation among fans that she was expecting their first child as she was pictured cradling her stomach during a romantic New Year’s trip to Paris. Commenting on the star’s Instagram snap, one fan wrote, “Baby is coming?” while another asked, “Pregnant?” Opening up to Closer last year about starting a family with Joshua in 2019, Charlotte – who suffered a devastating ectopic pregnancy in 2016 with former Geordie Shore co-star Gaz Beadle – said, “I want to try for a baby next year. I don’t want to be an old mum. Having a family is the one thing in life I really want.”…

Billie Piper has given birth to a baby girl – her first child with rocker boyfriend Johnny Lloyd. Billie, 36, announced she was pregnant in August and has been dating Tribes frontman Johnny, 35, for two years. The actress is also mum to sons Winston, nine, and Eugene, six, from her marriage to actor Laurence Fox, 40, from whom she split in 2016 after eight years. Speaking out previously about her desire to have lots of children, Billie has said, “In my dream world I’d have loads. I was one of four and it’s taxing for both parents and kids. I do like the idea of chaos.”…

Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez have been firmly loved-up since 2017 – and now the pair are reportedly ready to take the next step in their relationship. Friends of Jennifer, 49, and Alex, 43, have said that “an engagement is definitely on the horizon”, revealing that the pair couldn’t be happier with each other and that marriage is something they’ve talked about. The claims come after previous engagement rumours, with eagle-eyed fans noticing that popstar Jennifer – also known as J-Lo – had started following a wedding dress designer on Instagram. Then last month, film director John Segal – who directed Jennifer’s latest movie Second Act – hinted marriage was “inevitable” for the pair, adding “The question is when, not if.” Jennifer opened up about her relationship with retired baseball…

For most newlyweds, a honeymoon is a chance to spend some quality time alone. But, during theirs, Terri Blackley and her husband Lee were happy to climb into bed with another couple. The swingers have slept with 25 strangers since getting together three years ago – and insist it’s the key to a perfect relationship. Terri, who records a relationship podcast called Mrs Blackley, lives in Suffolk with factory worker Lee and their five children from previous relationships. She says, “We used to think that swingers were old people having orgies. But there are a lot of young people who are swingers, too. “Having sex with strangers makes our relationship so much stronger, as it makes us appreciate each other more.” Terri, 27, and Lee, 31, enjoy the scene so…

She shared a sweet family snap standing alongside her husband and three children on holiday seeing in 2019 after her busiest year yet in her career – juggling This Morning, presenting Dancing On Ice and stepping in to host I’m A Celeb!, which saw her become TV’s golden girl. And pals say after her hectic year, Holly Willoughby, 37 – who has Harry, nine, Belle, seven and Chester, four, with husband Dan Baldwin, 44 – is preparing to ease off a little after her stint on DOI to spend more time with her family. A source says, “Holly’s loved every minute of it, but it’s been a mad year and she’s aware of having a work/life balance. She wants to spend more quality time with Dan and the kids this…

Natasha Hamilton has previously opened up about her struggles with pre and postnatal depression. The Atomic Kitten singer – who is mum to Josh, 16, Harry, 14, Archie, eight, and Ella, four – suffered panic attacks during her first pregnancy and then began feeling “isolated, frightened and totally unhappy” after she’d given birth to each of her children. Natasha, 36, previously told Closer that she began her recovery process once she opened up. She says, “Many women with depression don’t confide in anyone because they carry a lot of guilt for feeling so down at what should be a happy time. It’s vital to speak to a partner, a friend, your GP or a midwife. For any kind of depression, there are so many sympathetic ears and different routes to…

When Love Island’s Malin Andersson lost her mum to cancer in November 2017, she became depressed and admitted she turned to alcohol and partying to numb her pain. She said, “I went wild. I was out every night, drinking and partying, trying to feel better. I’d wake up hungover and feel even worse.” But after five months, Malin, 26 – who gave birth to her daughter Consy (named after her late mother) on 23 December last year – decided enough was enough and vowed to turn her life around. She gave up alcohol and started writing down how she felt and planning her goals for the future. She says, “Alcohol is a temporary fix for sadness and it’s so easy to turn to self-medication when you’re depressed. But having a…

MARK WRIGHT TV presenter and DJ Mark, 37, is one of Arg’s oldest friends – and the Wrights often act as his second family. The duo’s bromance was one of the biggest storylines when TOWIE aired. FERNE MCCANN Arg has remained close to former TOWIE co-star Ferne, 28. He’s also lent a supportive hand with raising her daughter Sunday, even branding himself “Uncle Arg”. SCARLETT MOFFATT TV presenter Scarlett, 28, and pal Arg were forced to shut down rumours when fans speculated over a budding romance after seeing the pair on a cosy dinner date. LIAM PAYNE The star met 1D singer and dad-of-one Liam Payne, 25, at an event for Red Nose Day and the pair struck up a bond. Arg later commented that Liam was a “really down…

GIVING UP ALCOHOL ‘I look & feel 20 years younger’ Lisa Johnson, 45, is single and lives in Bolton. She says, “I started drinking when I was a teenager, just like all my friends. It wasn’t excessive, but I enjoyed it. And I carried on enjoying it for many years. “When I was young I worked as a photographer, but I gave that up when I was in my 30s to care for my elderly parents. I’d never drink during the day, but I would reward myself with a glass or two of wine once they’d gone to bed for the evening at about 9pm. I always saw alcohol as my little treat at the end of the night. “My father died first, and then my mother in 2012. I…

• If you’re looking to beat any addiction, get help and advice at Beatmyaddictions.com • The NHS offers free one-on-one and group counselling sessions to help you stop smoking – visit Nhs.uk/smokefree • If you’re worried about how much you’re drinking, go to Drinkaware.co.uk. Alcohol is the leading cause of liver disease in the UK and, via The British Liver Trust’s Love Your Liver campaign, alcohol users are encouraged to drink no more than 14 units per week and to have two to three consecutive booze-free days each week. Visit Britishlivertrust.org.uk – the official partner of Dry January. Sign up to stay sober this month, at Britishlivertrust.org.uk/support-us/dry-january For advice on healthy eating and exercise, why not pick up a copy of Closer’s Diet & Fitness Special – in stores now!…

GET HER LOOK FERNE MCCANN, 28 We love Ferne’s style, and this fitted knit with a figure-flattering, pleated skirt is the perfect winter look. Her sock boots add an extra hit of style. Throw on a slick of lippie and you’re good to go! I WANT HER DRESS! EVERYBODY’S WEARING... CRAYOLA CHECKS Bright checks are the trend du jour. Keep things fashion forward by teaming them with dark separates and let that tartan do the talking. STYLE CRUSH: GEMMA CHAN  Whether she’s keeping things casual or going all-out glam, the Humans actress, 36, always looks beautiful CUTE ’N’ CASUAL This clever put-together take on smart casual works for Gemma. A nude court teamed with a crisp white shirt really can do no wrong. And as for that tweed coat? We…

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IN THE FRAME Either keep this cute slogan on show or fill this simple wooden frame with one of your favourite family snaps. HEMA £3.50 DECADENT DRINKS Make all your Dry January rehydration feel a little more exciting with this cute, decorated tumbler. NEW LOOK £3.99 SQUEAKY CLEAN The bathroom décor can get forgotten, but these patterned accessories will instantly add personality to your sink. GEORGE HOME £5 FOR SET BOWLED OVER On a health kick for 2019? Fill this chic and simple wire bowl with all your fruity treats and make it the table centrepiece. PRIMARK £5 BOLD BLOOMS Add a cheery vibe to doing the dishes with this petal-powered, organic cotton tea towel. H&M £3.99 JANUARY BLUES This vintage-inspired plate will make even a simple meal feel more…

TOM KERRIDGE’S HEARTY CHICKEN SOUP SERVES 6 • 4tbsp olive oil, plus 4tsp for drizzling • 1 onion, diced • 3 large carrots, diced • 3 garlic cloves, sliced • 4 celery sticks, diced • 2 courgettes, diced • 2 leeks, trimmed and diced • 2 litres fresh chicken stock • Bunch thyme sprigs, tied with string • 2 bay leaves • 250g pearl barley • 40g dried porcini mushrooms • 1.5kg free-range chicken, quartered and skin removed • 200g cavolo nero, rough stalks removed, chopped roughly • 250g frozen peas STEP 1 Heat the oil in a large casserole dish over a medium-high heat. Add the onion and carrots and cook, stirring, for 5 mins. Add the garlic, celery, courgettes and leeks and cook for 5 mins. Add the…

BREAKFAST Overnight Oats: A filling breakfast of porridge oats and fat-free natural yogurt, mixed with fresh or frozen berries. Make it the night before, so it’s ready and waiting to go in the morning! LUNCH Ham and Mushroom Omelette: A quick and delicious omelette made with three eggs, chunks of lean ham and mushrooms, served with a big helping of your favourite salad. DINNER Sweet and Sour Chicken with Noodles: A tasty home-made dish of chicken and vegetables in a sweet and sour sauce, served with egg noodles and a glass of wine or beer. SNACKS Loads of fresh fruit, 3 Mini Babybel Light Cheese and a 2-finger KitKat. Food written in bold are Slimming World’s Free Food® – which you can enjoy freely, without measuring or counting! Find more…

It was recently reported how mum Lauren Butterworth initially dismissed her son’s tiredness and temperature as a bug. But after pressing on her baby’s skin and noticing a rash, which didn’t go after eight seconds, she called 999. Alfie had sepsis and only hours to live. TRUST YOUR INSTINCTS Thankfully, he recovered, but it shows the instinct we have when it comes to our health shouldn’t be ignored. Around 25,000 children develop the condition, along with 225,0000 adults, and it’s vital we know what to look for. Sepsis happens after an infection; your body desperately tries to fight toxins produced by a bacteria, but it’s an excessive reaction. It can affect the whole body, and it acts fast. DON’T DELAY There isn’t one specific sign of sepsis, it’s a collection…

As an advocate of the anti-datingapp movement, I can only applaud the arrival of a new movement called Tangle, whose sole purpose is to put singles all together in the same place and let them interact in real life. Yes, I said it. People talking face-to-face to gauge if they fancy each other and possibly even go on a date. How old school. And how exciting! Heralded as the “anti-dating app” (because there’s now an app for everything), it’s designed to allow users to effectively screen the potential guest list of a singles event before signing up to see if there’s anyone going who they fancy. If you like what you see, you can buy a ticket to the event or, better still, gift a ticket to someone else or…

£49.99 On a sparkly jumpsuit from Next to wear over the party season. £9.50 A new cutlery tray to go inside one of my kitchen drawers from John Lewis. £25 On a set of fairy lights from John Lewis – they make your house feel so cosy in the evenings. £25 For the complete Marvel Superhero box set from Amazon. £35 On lipsticks from MAC. They were actually free because I took my empties into the store and used their Back To Mac recycling scheme. • Emmerdale airs weeknights at 7pm on ITV…

1 CALL THE MIDWIFE AS WONDERFUL AS EVER SUN 13 JAN, 8PM, BBC1 The Yuletide episode was most enjoyable and we don’t have to wait long for more because here it is: series eight of Midwife, with Harry Potter star Miriam Margoyles now firmly established as newbie Sister Mildred, and Trixie (Helen George) properly back as well, yay! Lucille is busy caring for a heavily pregnant young mum-to-be, Lesley – but it’s Lesley’s sister Cath who appears to be hiding a baby-shaped secret… Elsewhere, Sister Monica Joan is behaving oddly – and then goes missing. 2 HOW TO LOSE WEIGHT WELL INTERESTING DIET TIPS MON 14 JAN, 8PM, C4 In episode two, Dr Xand van Tulleken and Dr Helen Lawal challenge more diet testers to slim down quickly. This week,…

Kendall fails in her bid to represent the USA in a fun new Olympics sport: Stilettoboarding. Tennis fan Romeo’s New Year got off to an “ace” start. Let’s hope he didn’t upset the neighbours by making a racket. Some people used to think Madge’s best years were behind her. But since this picture of her butt, they’re now wondering if it’s about two litres of silicone behind her... Nick’s new bikini range certainly puts the “grim” in Grimshaw… for the love of God, manscape!! That smile fools no one, Nicole. You’ve been caught out by the incoming tide and that dress is RUINED!!! HOLLY HAGAN... Only three months, Holly? You’re lucky – we only stopped writing “2017” on our emails last November. KIM KARDASHIAN... For a minute there, we actually…

❛SHE’S SAD THAT HER OWN RELATIONSHIP ISN’T FOLLOWING THE SAME PATH AS HER PALS❜ They were once inseparable, holidaying with their large families or hitting the gym together – but the New Year has started very differently for pals Victoria Beckham and Tana Ramsay. Last week, Tana, 44, announced she was expecting her fifth child with celeb chef husband Gordon, 52, after suffering a devastating miscarriage last year. But insiders say the news was bittersweet for mum-of-four Posh, 44, as it’s pushed her to examine her own marriage to David, 43. While Tana was congratulated by fans following her happy news, the Beckhams faced another onslaught of negative comments after pictures of their New Year’s Eve party at their Cotswolds mansion were released. The couple – who have children Brooklyn,…

She’s had a chequered history with female friends and fell out with two of her closest pals in 2014, after they slept with her then-husband Kieran Hayler. And insiders say former glamour model Jordan, 40 – who hinted at her loneliness last year when she said she’s often home alone with eldest son Harvey, 16, while her other four kids are with their dads – is on a mission to make reality star turned webcam millionaire Chloe Khan her new best friend. BONDING Insiders say the troubled star, who admitted taking cocaine last year as she struggled with the collapse of her five-year marriage, is keen to form a strong friendship with Chloe, 28 – who has been forced to deny claims she was a cocaine addict and prostitute in…

They’re expecting their fourth child via surrogacy in May, but insiders say that Kim Kardashian and husband Kanye West’s happy announcement hasn’t gone down well with everyone in their immediate family. The news comes amid continued drama for the married couple – who are already parents to North, five, Saint, three, and 11-month-old Chicago (who was born via a different surrogate last year) – after Kanye, 44, last week dredged up his bitter feud with rapper Drake, 32, who Kim, 38, was recently forced to deny she’d slept with. Now, sources tell Closer that mum-of-three Kourtney, 39, has stepped in to warn her sister of the pressure that yet another baby could put on an already tough situation in her marriage. WORRIED A source says, “While Kourtney’s happy for them…

Rebekah Vardy has four children – Megan, 13, and Taylor, nine, from a previous relationship, and Sofia, three, and Finley, one, with her footballer husband Jamie, 31. Rebekah says, “When Taylor was a baby, I had pre-cancerous cells that needed to be removed. I had an operation, but didn’t get clear margins, so they had to do it again. The scariest thoughts went through my mind. I envisioned my kids being without their mum – you can’t help your mind running riot. Fortunately, it was fine, but now I have smears every two years. And that’s why I posted about my smear test – having one could save your life. The nurses and doctors have seen it all, so embarrassment shouldn’t stop anyone. I’ve had so many women contacting me…

She confirmed she was expecting her fourth child last week, debuting her blossoming baby bump in a white sarong bikini. And friends say 32-year-old model Abbey Clancy – who has children Sophia, seven, Liberty, three, and one-year-old Johnny with footballer husband Peter Crouch, 37 – is intent on keeping up her healthy fitness regime for the remainder of her pregnancy. A source says, “Abbey loves to work out and eat healthily, which she struggled with when she was expecting Johnny because she felt so nauseous. ❛SHE DRINKS A GREEN JUICE EVERY MORNING & LOADS UP ON CARBS❜ “While she was quite sick in the early stages this time, she’s feeling much better now and has resumed her daily workout routine – going on long walks, and keeping toned with Yoga…

She announced her split from husband of six years Ben Foden in July, following cheating allegations. Now Una Healy has confirmed she’s put him firmly in the past and moved on with a new love. The mum of two – who split from her rugby star husband after it was claimed he’d been unfaithful at a “drunken party” in 2015 – revealed she was no longer single after posting a festive picture of herself with her new boyfriend, Irish hurler David Breen. She joked about trying to keep the fledgling relationship with the 33-year-old under wraps, with a caption saying, “I have tried to hide him but he’s too tall”. Fans were delighted at Una’s new romance, commenting, “Soo thrilled for you, you deserve so much happiness” and “total upgrade…

She endured a bitter split from ex James Stunt, culminating in a shocking £5.5bn divorce. But just 14 months on, socialite and F1 heiress Petra Ecclestone, 30, has revealed she is now engaged to Maddox Gallery director Sam Palmer. He announced the engagement on Instagram on New Year’s Eve with a sweet picture of the pair, saying, “My personal highlights have been opening the gallery in LA with the woman I love and her agreeing to marry me... Here is to a fantastic 2019”. Petra met Sam through her brother-in-law Jay Rutland, who is married to her sister Tamara, 34, and the pair started dating in late 2017. Petra has daughter Lavinia, five, and three-year-old twins James and Andrew with businessman James, 36, whom she married in a lavish £12m…

They’re notoriously private about their relationship, but Katie Holmes and boyfriend Jamie Foxx were snapped looking happier than ever. The couple – who made their relationship public in 2017 after four years of romance rumours – were seen kissing on a luxury yacht while holidaying in Miami with friends. Actress Katie, 40, shares daughter Suri, 12, with ex-husband Tom Cruise, from whom she split in 2012. Meanwhile, actor Jamie, 51, has daughters Corinne, 24, and Annalise, nine, with two different women, whose identities he has kept private. While Katie and Jamie had a loved-up holiday late December, the couple chose to spend New Year’s Eve with their children – with Katie on a ski trip with Suri and Jamie pictured on a boat with his two daughters.…

Closer’s psychological therapist, Emma Kenny, says, “Swingers make a clear distinction between sex and relationships – relationships involve love, and sex is just about adult play. Jealousy doesn’t come into it because both people are open and honest – which eradicates any fear of cheating. Swingers don’t tend to form relationships with the people they have sex with – instead they see it as a way of keeping sex interesting and use the other people as props. Having visited a swingers’ club to research the issue, I discovered there is often no preamble before the couples engage in sex, and it certainly isn’t for everyone. Swinging takes nerves of steel.”…

Jodie Marsh has suffered from depression on and off throughout her life – most recently after the breakdown of her marriage to James Placido in 2016, which she compared to the death of a loved one and described as “one of the most difficult things to get over and one of the most painful”. But the 40-year-old former glamour model – who recently split from boyfriend of a month Wayne Lennox, claiming he did “something unforgivable” – says her six dogs have helped her to overcome heartbreak. She says, “I truly think that they’re the world’s best antidepressant. I really think if you have a dog that you can’t possibly be sad all of the time because of what they bring to your life every single day. My dogs are…

WHERE ARE THEY NOW? HUGH GRANT Playing the lovelorn Charles was Hugh’s first major role, earning him a BAFTA and Golden Globe. His portrayal of the bumbling, posh Brit set the tone for his career, as he went on to star in Notting Hill, the Bridget Jones trilogy, About A Boy and Love Actually. He also made headlines thanks to his colourful personal life, including fathering five children, his 13-year relationship with model/actress Elizabeth Hurley and soliciting a prostitute in LA in 1995. Hugh, 58, married Swedish TV producer Anna Eberstein in May this year. Still flying high, he’s been tipped for a Golden Globe for his performance in A Very English Scandal. ANDIE MACDOWELL The former model had just moved into acting in the critically acclaimed Sex, Lies And…

DITCHING JUNK FOOD ‘I quit takeaways and lost 10st in 12 months!’ Student Sarah Linney, 21, lives in Manchester with her boyfriend Lewis. She says, “I’ve always been bigger than most of my friends. At 15 years old I already wore size 14 clothes, but I was toned and healthy because I played a lot of sports. ❛MY WEIGHT MADE ME MISERABLE – I HAD LITTLE CONFIDENCE❜ “But when I left home to go to university, I no longer had Mum making me healthy home- cooked meals and I stopped playing so much sport. My weight crept up steadily and, in December 2017, I weighed 19st 6lbs and was a size 22. “I admit my eating habits were appalling – I’d often binge eat, gorging on McDonald’s, pizza, KFC, chocolate…

‘I know we can make it work – we will be fine’ Her colourful love life has often hit the headlines – but now actress Kym Marsh says she’s happier than ever after finding her soulmate in Army Major Scott Ratcliff. The pair have been dating for eight months and were introduced by their mutual pal, Corrie actor Antony Cotton, but their romance is not without its hurdles. As well as living 250 miles apart, with Kym based in Manchester and Scott in Colchester, Scott’s job keeps him out of the country for long periods of time. And Kym recently revealed he is heading back to Afghanistan soon for a six-month tour of duty. Now Kym, who was reunited with Scott last month after eight weeks apart, tells Closer that…

I moved into my house in Essex last year, and made sure I had an amazing dressing room and wardrobe. I had stuff everywhere when I lived at my mum’s, and it was chaotic – so I was determined to have a calm, organised space when I had my own place. It’s a bit of a dream come true! I enjoy choosing an outfit now – I try to keep things a bit colour co-ordinated so it’s easy to find stuff. I’ve always been massively interested in fashion, which is why I started my own collection for Sistaglam. I wear it a lot, but also love stores such as Zara, River Island and Lipsy. The high street is brilliant, but when it comes to accessories, I like to go for…

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With her striking hourglass figure, she’s been hailed as having the body many women dream of, so it comes as a surprise to learn that Kelly Brook spent last year “editing” her photos to make herself look slimmer because she felt so out of shape. The bubbly 39-year-old tells Closer , “Last year I gained so much weight, I was altering and doctoring my pictures to make myself look slimmer. I’ve been taking off five inches from my waist and posting photos of myself from ten years ago. Clearly, I was craving the body I used to have!” The star has recently lost 15lbs in three months – dropping to a size 12 – and is positively glowing. But she openly admits she took the focus off her weight last…

CHLOE How much do you spend per week? Around £60. I live in Brighton and it’s really sociable so I eat out a lot – I once went two weeks without doing a food shop! My boyfriend only shops in Waitrose so we go there, but I’m a huge fan of Aldi. Describe your daily diet… I’m really bad with breakfast. If I’m running late, I won’t have it, or I’ll grab a Snickers on my way out. If I have time, I’ll have porridge or Weetabix, or eggs on toast. For lunch, I’ll have a cream cheese, smoked salmon and avocado bagel, or a chicken wrap. In the evenings, I love Jamaican food – either a curried chicken, or ackee and salt fish. Or I’ll have seabass and steamed…

Arrhythmia, the name for the most common cause of an irregular heartbeat, increases your risk of stroke five-fold, and the number of people diagnosed with the condition has risen by five per cent in a year. Energy drinks may play a part. Just one can is enough to narrow arteries and excessive caffeine ups the calcium released into our heart cells, which can disrupt its rhythm. One in five of us is sensitive to caffeine, so if you feel pounding or fluttering after a coffee or energy drink, that’s a sign you’re having too much.…

I’M PROUD OF... being a finalist in the Celebrity Big Brother house last year. I really thought I’d be out during the first week and I surprised myself that I got along with all the younger ones, like Ryan Thomas and Gabby Allen. I WISH... I wasn’t so loud at times, and that I could speak a little more softly. I REGRET... not spending more time with my three daughters when they were little. I went back to work six weeks after giving birth to each of them. Times were different then, and a second wage definitely helped in our household, but I wish I’d had more time at home. THE BIGGEST LESSON I’VE LEARNED IS... to never be judgemental when someone is grieving. In my work I deal with…

In episode one we see Jen finding a lump in her breast? At first, I thought, “Oh God – do we need to see this in Cold Feet?” I wasn’t sure it was the right storyline, because I didn’t want it to be soapy. It wasn’t really hard to do because I haven’t got breast cancer. What was hard was getting it right. Was it daunting taking on the storyline? I didn’t need to do any research. Sadly, there was no need as it’s already so much a part of my life. I have really close friends and family who have been and are going through it. I just wanted it to be real in the sense that sometimes it would need to be funny, then scary and sometimes really…

• Cheryl is slammed by trolls after admitting she’s not as qualified as other judges on Greatest Dancer • She’s alienated from A-list, including Simon Cowell • The star hopes her son Bear will endear her to new fans and reinstate her superstar status With The Greatest Dancer now on screens and her fifth solo studio album on the horizon, it’s all systems go for Cheryl as she attempts to bounce back from the backlash she received last year. Disappointingly, the star saw her comeback single, Love Made Me Do It, limp in at just No19 on the charts, while her suggestive performance on The X Factor was panned and her lucrative £4m contract with L’Oréal Paris ended. Ahead of The Greatest Dancer airing, trolls were quick to slam Cheryl…

She admitted to Closer last year that she’d gained weight after a hectic schedule and knee injury left her unable to work out. And while she proudly displayed her size 14 curves in a bikini on holiday in Tenerife last week, Frankie Essex has told pals she’s now keen to get active again and slim back to a slender size 8 in 2019. A source says, “Frankie struggled to exercise in 2018 and that really affected things. It’s also been Christmas and, like everyone, she enjoyed herself. She has a sweet tooth and loves things like ice cream. Frankie’s told friends she isn’t feeling great about herself, but she doesn’t want to beat herself up. She’s gained around 2st and says she’s determined to get back to a size 8,…

The’s been slammed by animal activists and angry fans over her fashion choices in the past – and last week, Coleen Rooney sparked fresh controversy when she appeared to be wearing a fur coat while posing with husband Wayne Rooney at members’ club Soho Farmhouse in Chipping Norton. While Coleen didn’t confirm whether the item of clothing was made with real or faux fur, fans lashed out on social media, with one writing, “Urgh, is that real fur on your back?” While another added, “If your coat is real fur then that’s disgusting.” NEGATIVITY A source says, “All Coleen wanted to do was post a nice picture of her and Wayne enjoying their festive break – she didn’t expect so much negativity. She’s very sensitive to criticism and can’t stand…

DR PHILIPPA KAYE SAYS, “I often see women who think the test will be very painful, but most women describe just a little discomfort, and it’s over in seconds. If you’re experiencing more pain than expected, make sure you tell the nurse or GP, as it may be possible for them to use a smaller speculum. It’s also important to tell your GP if you’re nervous, or if you have any reason to find the experience particularly traumatic, such as a previous sexual assault. The more information your doctor has, the easier it is for them to make the experience as positive as possible. “Crucially, there is no need to be embarrassed. As GPs, we’re not thinking about how you look down there – we just want to do the…

They both became first time mums in 2018, but ringing in the New Year in St Barts with their husbands, Pippa Middleton and Vogue Williams looked incredible as they stripped down to their bikinis to soak up the sunshine. Pippa’s son Arthur – with husband James Matthews – was born just 11 weeks ago, but she proved she’d already regained her enviable figure. The trim star, 35, has previously insisted she stays in shape with an active lifestyle, saying, “Sport and exercise has always formed part of my daily life, from gym sessions to weekend runs, ambles or training for an event. Fitness gives me energy and helps clear my mind. I love the endorphins and the buzz factor that exercise gives.” But Pippa insisted she doesn’t cut out carbs,…

Tina O’Brien wed her boyfriend of eight years, Adam Crofts, in a romantic New Year’s Eve ceremony attended by her closest Corrie co-stars. The 35-year-old soap star shared the happy news on social media, posting, “Happy New Year! Starting 2019 as a married woman, what a man I’m married to... @adamcrofts you inspire me every day.” Tina and business developer Adam, 30, have son Beau, now four, and got engaged in 2016, with Tina revealing just how romantic the proposal was. She said, “I opened the door and Adam was standing there in his shirt and all smartly dressed. There were candles all around the room and flowers and petals on the bed in the shape of a heart. He then got down on one knee and asked me to…

They met on the set of teen romance movie The Last Song in 2009 and delighted fans when they became a real-life couple. Nearly ten years later, Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth married just days before Christmas, tying the knot in an intimate ceremony in Miley’s family home in Franklin, Tennessee, surrounded by family and friends. Singer Miley, 26, shared the news by posting a picture of the pair embracing, which she captioned, “Ten years later”. The couple then headed off on a romantic honeymoon in a snowy ski resort in Montana, where they spent Christmas and were joined by most of 28-year-old Liam’s family, including actor brother Chris and his model wife Elsa Pataky. Sources in the US claimed the pair decided to wed after losing their Malibu home…

She was married to music legend Seal for nine years, before their shock split in 2012 – but now Heidi Klum will be walking down the aisle again with her new man. Supermodel Heidi, 45, announced her engagement to musician Tom Kaulitz, 29, on Instagram, posting a loved-up picture of the pair and her diamond ring, captioning it, “I SAID YES”. The couple – who have a 17-year age gap – confirmed their relationship in March last year. This will be Heidi’s third marriage – she married actor Ric Pipino in 1997, but they split up after five years and Heidi moved on with Seal. The pair married on a beach in Mexico and share children Henry, 13, Johan, 11, and Lou, 10. They announced they were getting divorced in…

He returned to work last week for the recording of new show Replay – developed by his production company, ahead of resuming presenting duties on Britain’s Got Talent later this month. And Ant McPartlin, 43, looked happy and healthy – a distinct turnaround from this time last year when he announced the end of his 11-year marriage to Lisa Armstrong, 42, followed by a second stint in rehab after his drink-drive arrest, which led the TV host to take time out. And pals tell Closer the star – whose TV co-host Declan Donnelly had taken the reins during his absence – is ready to put the nightmare behind him. A source says, “Ant’s in the best place he’s been in in a long time and feels ready to get back…

Aside from her well-documented battle with drug addiction, Kerry Katona also has bipolar disorder, which is characterised by manic highs and depressive lows. She was diagnosed in 2005, with her two eldest daughters – Molly, 16, and Lilly-Sue, 15 – admitting home life was tough for them as they never knew what mood their mum would be in. But reality star Kerry, 38, came off her bipolar medication in 2017 – and later told Closer that exercise is the best thing for her mental health. She said, “I feel like a different person to who I was. It’s been a journey to get here, mentally... exercise is the best antidepressant. It’s incredible for your mind and your body… I’ve had really difficult times, but exercise keeps me happy up here…

Despite rising to fame by making people laugh, comedian Ruby Wax has battled depression since childhood and, in an attempt to understand it, she studied psychotherapy at university. But Ruby credits mindfulness – a form of meditation that focuses on self-awareness and being “present” in the moment – as helping to ease her depression and prepare her for when she feels it coming on. Ruby, 65, says, “I practise mindfulness techniques daily. Mindfulness isn’t for everyone, but if you feel overwrought, mindfulness can help you apply the brakes. Science has shown that it’s one of the most powerful tools in changing how your mind works, because you take a step back and re-evaluate your thoughts before they consume you. By practising mindfulness, I’ve been able to see my depression coming…

‘The trolls’ comments go over my head now’ She celebrated the birth of her second child, Delilah Ruby Sinclair, in June – and Helen Flanagan admits her home life has become chaotic. The 28-year-old Coronation Street actress – who got engaged to footballer Scott Sinclair, 29, in 2018 after nine years together – says that having a sister for three-year-old Matilda Jessica has sent her into a tailspin. She laughs, “Having one is quite easy, but then having two is a completely different ball game! I’m running around all the time trying to keep up with them!” The TV star wowed her fans by stepping out in a bikini just months after Delilah was born – showing that she was back to her slim size 8 figure. And Helen has…

Their relationship has endured its fair share of ups and downs, but Gemma Collins and her boyfriend Arg have now decided to make the ultimate commitment to one another by getting married. Announcing their wedding plans last month, Gemma and Arg proved they’re more serious than ever – and 30-year-old Arg tells Closer how he’s keen to hear the pitter patter of tiny feet, too. “I would love to be a dad one day,” he smiles. “We will have to see how that goes. I’ve always wanted to have a family.” Broody Gemma, 37, has even admitted that she’d planned to “trap” unsuspecting Arg by deliberately not using protection during a one-night stand with him in 2016. She later admitted, “It wasn’t the right thing to do, but I really…

In Cleaning Up, Sheridan plays cleaner Sam – a struggling mum with a secret online gambling addiction. The six-part series sees Sam drawn into a world of financial crime when she stumbles on some lucrative – but dangerous – inside information. Sheridan confesses, “The script went completely over my head, so I went to the library and got out ‘Insider Trading For Dummies’. I’m not as clever as my character – and I’m not very good with money. I’ve always thought, if you can’t take it with you – spend it! But I’m getting a bit more sensible now.” As for cleaning tips, Sheridan reveals she took a specialist course to get into character, adding, “I’m afraid I’m not very good at cleaning, my fella will tell you that. I’m…

Addiction expert Chris Hill explains, “If you make the decision to give up something, you have to acknowledge that it will be tough at times. It will often be a habit that you got into because it gave you pleasure, so your mind is wired to crave it. PLAN AHEAD “The vast majority of people fail within the first two weeks of attempting to give up something, but if you can get over that hump your chances of success are hugely increased. Preparation is key. Write a letter to yourself, explaining why you want to give something up and think of all the reasons why you’d feel better without it in your life. Think about how you feel when, for example, you’ve had too much to drink and why you’d…

Kym recently announced that she is set to become a grandmother for the first time as her daughter Emily, 21, is about to welcome a baby boy in May. She tells Closer , “I can’t wait to be a grandma and see my little grandson. Am I going to be a glamma? Well, I am not very glam first thing in the morning! It’s wonderful and we are all really excited. My daughter has just suddenly started blossoming.” The soap star has revealed that she empathises with her daughter, having given birth to her first child, David, at just 18. And she’s excited about the new addition to the family. She adds, “Being a young mum seems to be a pattern in my family. My mum was 18 when she…

He’s become one of the nation’s favourite healthy cooks and a fitness sensation, gaining thousands of followers in recent years with his “eat more, move less” philosophy, and now Joe Wicks, aka The Body Coach, has devised a new cookbook, Veggie: Lean In 15. With over 100 meat-free dishes, including 25 vegan recipes, this one is aimed at satisfying the taste buds of full-time or part-time veggies. Joe says, “Over the years, I’ve become more aware of the impact my food choices are having on my health and the environment, which is why I’m keen to eat lots more veggie food. Before you ask, I haven’t gone full vegetarian. Some days I eat meat, some days I don’t, but there’s so much delicious veggie food out there that I had…

When a diet leaves you feeling hungry, you’re more likely to reach for unhealthy foods. But Slimming World is not a diet because you can enjoy delicious, healthy meals that will keep you feeling satisfied and fuller for longer and you’ll still lose weight! Slimming World’s Food Optimising plan is based on the science of energy density and satiety and encourages you to fill up on foods like lean meat and poultry, fish, rice, potatoes and pasta plus lots of fresh fruit and veg. They’re called Free Food because there’s no need to weigh, measure or count calories -- making the plan simple and easy to follow.. And you’ll never feel hungry or deprived. The plan also includes staple foods like bread, cereals and dairy, which are vital for a…

NUTRITIONIST JULIETTE KELLOW SAYS, “As Chloe often eats out, she may be having a lot of fat, sugar and salt in her diet. Meals based on fish and poultry with lots of veg, as well as limited fried foods, creamy sauces and sugary puds are good habits to get into. Chloe seems to eat a lot of high-fat snacks, which she could swap for healthier options, like fruit, crudités with homemade guacamole, or hard-boiled eggs.” FRIDGE HEALTH RATING 8/10 CLOSER ONLINE GET RECIPES, DIET AND FITNESS ADVICE AT CLOSERONLINE.CO.UK/DIET-BODY…

ALL ABOUT YOU EASY WAYS TO CUT BACK ON THE BOOZE More than four in ten of us are trying to drink less. With Dry January upon us, Emma reveals how you can succeed Ididn’t touch alcohol until I was 26 because I didn’t like the way it made me feel. I’m not sure when it crept into my daily life, but recently I realised that a glass of wine had become a ritual, marking the end of a busy work day, or celebrating the beginning of a weekend. I had become a wine o’clock mum, and I didn’t like it. With lots of people joining in with Dry January, I have some tips. Don’t have alcohol in your home on a daily basis – it’s easy to promise yourself…

GET APPY TO KEEP FINANCES IN ORDER I find the Money Dashboard app brilliant. It securely connects to your bank account (or multiple accounts if you want to link with your partner’s) and helps you to track exactly where you’re spending and how you can save. It produces easy-to-read graphs showing how much you spend on childcare, shopping, travel and food (takeaways, for example, are easily forgotten but add up). It demystifies your forgotten spending and helps you learn where to cut back and save. BUY CHILDREN’S ITEMS SECOND HAND Clothes, furniture and bedding can all rack up when you have children, but don’t think you have to buy everything brand new. Check out eBay and Amazon for new and secondhand items for less. I also love TK Maxx for…

Tell us about Matchmaker Mountain … Aside from Strictly, this is absolutely the best thing that I’ve ever done. I think viewers are going to be enthralled by the fact that people over 50 are looking for love. I was a little bit sceptical at first because I’ve been single a long time, but actually it renewed my faith that there are lots of men and women out there like myself – and there was no need to be nervous. You send the contestants on dates? I will remain friends with the three amazing men and women forever! We just all gelled and clicked. The three dates they went on were all different… Some rode a camel, some went on a cooking class, and others had…

MUST READ My Name Is Anna (LIZZY BARBER) On her 18th birthday, Anna defies her mother’s rules and visits Florida’s biggest theme park. She has never been allowed to go – so why, when she arrives, does everything seem so familiar? And is there a connection to the mysterious letter she receives on the same day? Meanwhile, Rosie has grown up in the shadow of the missing sister and on the 15th anniversary of her sister’s disappearance, she vows to uncover the truth… A compelling and un-put-down-able read. BEST DAY OUT Dear Zoo Live! Back by popular demand, the wonderful story of Dear Zoo is being brought to life as a live-action version on stage. Adapted from Rod Campbell’s bestselling children’s book, the production is kicking off in Shrewsbury on…

THIS WEEK’S CELEB STAR SIGN CAPRICORN 22 DEC-20 JAN There is a New Moon eclipse this week and it’s taking place in your sign. That’s massive news. Apart from anything else, it makes now the ideal time to contemplate 2018, declare “that was then and this is now!” and move on. Find out the amazing new cycle we’re all in now – call 0906 7511 677* AQUARIUS 21 JAN-19 FEB Even if you don’t think of yourself as a particularly spiritual person, use this week to go within a bit, and see what you find. It’s easy to source a good guided meditation on YouTube. The New Moon eclipse this week is promising you useful insights, if you connect on an intuitive level. Find out the amazing new cycle we’re…