Inhoudsopgave van ISSUE 799 - Closer

Most women have been held hostage by their own hormones at one time or another, and it’s a terrible feeling. When we’re out of control, we often lash out at the people we love most and the worst part is that, in the heat of the moment, we can’t usually admit the problem could lie with us. That’s why we’re so impressed with Michelle Heaton, who this week has candidly opened up to us about the devastating impact of her early menopause at the age of 35, following a hysterectomy. She admits she’s had uncontrollable rages, which make her so impossible to live with she fears she could drive away her husband for good. She’s previously revealed her physical scars, but we think she’s even braver for laying bare her…

Relationship expert Dr Becky Spelman believes there’s a real threat to Mark and Michelle’s long-distance marriage. She says, “If a marriage starts off long-distance – like Mark and Michelle’s has – it could be a struggle to make it work in the longterm. They both have to agree how long it’s going to last for and stick to that agreement. Michelle says they have a rule of not spending more than three weeks apart, but communication will be key in between their visits. She admits they FaceTime one another, but that doesn’t make up for not having sex. And for couples who don’t have regular physical closeness, it can be very frustrating and they can start to feel really distant from one another. Long distance can also create trust issues.…

She’s battled through her fair share of hard times, and admitted she struggled to cope in the wake of her split from third husband George Kay last June. But Kerry Katona insists she’s turned her life around, after shedding 2st and transforming her body with a healthy new lifestyle. Last week, the mum of five – who has yo-yoed between a size 8 and a 16 over the years – looked trimmer than ever as she showed off her toned stomach in the park with daughter Dylan-Jorge. And the 37 year old appeared to have put her demons behind her when, during a YouTube interview last week, she reflected on her turbulent past marriages and former drug addiction. Kerry – who is mum to Molly, 16, and Lilly-Sue, 15, with…

He recently returned to Twitter after deactivating it last year, but last week Kanye West upset some of his celeb pals after praising controversial US President Donald Trump. Kanye, 40 – who dubbed Trump his “brother” – Tweeted, “You don’t have to agree with Trump, but the mob can’t make me not love him” and shared pics of himself wearing a cap with the President’s slogan, “Make America Great Again.” Within hours, reports surfaced that Kanye’s friends, model Chrissy Teigen and her husband John Legend, had unfollowed the rapper. Kanye later shared a text conversation seemingly from John, asking him not to support Trump, along with his reply, which accused John of trying to “manipulate his free thought”. 1D star Harry Styles, Rihanna, Kendrick Lamar – and reportedly even sisters…

She recently showed her support for pal Cheryl by replying to the star’s online rant over false claims that her boyfriend Liam Payne was flirting with his backing dancer. And insiders say mum-of-four Coleen Rooney, 32 – who gave birth to her fourth son, Cass, in February and is rumoured to be doing Strictly after 10 years out of the spotlight – has again reached out to Cheryl, who is set to front new BBC talent show The Greatest Dancer. A source says, “While she and Cheryl have never been close, they’ve always been in touch. Coleen’s worried about having a newborn while being on a huge TV show. She’ll have to juggle it all with maintaining privacy for her family amid all the Strictly attention. “Coleen thinks Cheryl is…

CLOSER PSYCHOLOGIST EMMA KENNY SAYS, “For some people and some addictions, this could work. By recognising you have an issue and being willing to pay for help, that means you’re ready to change, which is more than half the battle. However, I’d strongly caution against using it as a remedy for opiate addiction or alcoholism – in those cases, you should see your GP or a specialist organisation. There are many different reasons for addiction – including genetics, mental health issues or deep-rooted childhood issues, such as feelings of abandonment or a traumatic event. I’d say that, in 48 hours, it would be very difficult to deal with those root causes, so people may well need to seek further therapy.”…

Their bitter war of words has raged on for four years, and last week their rivalry flared up again when Maria Fowler took yet another swipe at Danielle Lloyd, accusing her of having lipo when a fan Tweeted in admiration of the mum-of-four’s body. And insiders say that Danielle, 34 – who revealed she felt like a victim of “vile trolling” after the incident – is now seeing if she can take legal action against the former TOWIE star, 31. COURT ACTION In 2016, the Crown Prosecution Service introduced new laws, meaning that people who incite others to harass an individual online – known as virtual mobbing – could face court action. A source says, “Maria knows exactly how to rattle Danielle’s cage and she’s doing it time and time…

‘I AM SO GRATEFUL TO THEIR MOTHER FOR LETTING ME SHARE THEM’ Cath Jones, 45, lives with her second husband, Dave, 55, in Caerphilly, Wales, where they run a dog-sitting business together. Dave already had four children when the couple met 12 years ago. But despite initial hiccups, Cath says that their situation is now perfect. CAREER-FOCUSED She explains, “I used to be very career-focused and, despite previously being married and before that having a long-term partner, children were never really on my radar. “I became a head teacher at the age of the 32 and, although I’d always assumed I would have kids in the future, I’d never felt an urgent need to start a family. “Sadly, my first marriage broke down in 2005. But just a few months…

Just hours after giving birth to Prince Louis, Kate Middleton looked picture-perfect as she greeted crowds with Prince William outside St. Mary’s Hospital in London with a sleek blow-dry, immaculate make-up and a chic red dress by Jenny Packham. And insiders say Kate – who is already a mum to George, four, and Charlotte, two – is already thinking ahead to her appearance at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding on 19 May at Windsor Castle. A source says, “Kate wants to look her absolute best for the wedding. Naturally, she doesn’t want to overshadow Meghan, but it’s important she feels confident at such a huge occasion. She’s already been speaking with her stylist about what to wear. “And while she’s settling in with the baby, Kate’s planning some gentle…

‘I WAS SO LONELY MY ONLY FRIENDS WERE RATS UNDER THE FLOORBOARDS’ Katy Morgan-Davies loves feeling the warmth of the sun on her skin and sharing a drink in the pub with friends. These may be small pleasures but, for Katy, they are a constant reminder of five years of freedom, after 30 shocking years in captivity. Katy, 35, spent most of her life imprisoned in a damp, insect-infested flat inside an apartment block in Lambeth, South London. She was born into a cult, led by her violent father, Aravindan Balakrishnan, who ruled over eight women, brainwashing them into believing he had God-like powers. When Katy finally escaped in 2013 and news of the cult hit the headlines, the world reeled with shock that such horrors could happen in a…

Fans were desperate for his flirtatious friendship with Andrew Brady to blossom into something more during their time in the Celebrity Big Brother house earlier this year. But speaking to Closer, Shane Jenek, 36 – whose alter ego is Courtney Act – insists he and Andrew are just pals, and reveals he approves of the Apprentice star’s new girlfriend Caroline Flack. The CBB winner says, “When Andrew and I were both out of the house, we talked every day for like a month. Now we speak several times a week, which is great. We have a good friendship. I went for dinner recently with him and Caroline. “She’s so lovely and it’s great to see two people so in love. I’m Australian so I didn’t really know who Caroline was…

CINDERELLA SURGERY The trend for shortening long toes – by shaving down the bone – has become more popular. In 2009, self-confessed surgery addict Alicia Douvall underwent the procedure – which can lead to permanent pain and restricted joint movement – in order to fit into her favourite designer shoes. BELLY BUTTON RESHAPING Umbilicoplasty can make an “innie” belly button an “outie” – and vice versa. Model Emily Ratajkowski’s hooded oval belly button has become the most requested by patients. EYE COLOUR CHANGE A new controversial procedure uses lasers to change eye colour. It’s not approved in the UK or US, and a model was recently left partially blind when she flew to Colombia to change her hazel eyes to a light grey.…

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Black eyeliner has long reigned supreme in the make-up stakes, but is it time to switch it up for the opposite side of the colour wheel and give white a go? Margot Robbie embraced this fresh hue at the I, Tonya premiere in London, and milk-hued flicks and fully painted lids were spotted all over the S/S18 catwalks. Is this a look that can work for everyday, or is it best saved for the A-listers? WE TRY IT OUT! DEPUTY STYLE EDITOR MATILDA SAYS: “I have naturally pale skin so expected a brilliant white to leave me looking ghostly, but it actually lifted my complexion and brightened my eyes. I used a smooth kohl along my lash line, and the snowy shade made my mascara-filled lashes appear longer and more…

LISA FAULKNER’S PORK MEATBALLS WITH LINGUINE STEP 1 Blitz the spring onions and ginger in a processor until finely chopped. Add the remaining meatball ingredients. Pulse until combined, then tip into a bowl. Shape into marble-sized balls, cover and chill for 30 mins. STEP 2 Heat half the oil in a pan. Add the onions and fry for 5 mins, until soft. Add the garlic and star anise and fry for 2 mins. Add the remaining ingredients. Simmer for 20 mins. STEP 3 When the sauce is nearly ready, heat the remaining oil in a pan, add the meatballs and fry for 5 mins until brown all over. Pour over the sauce and cook for 10 more mins. STEP 4 Cook the pasta according to the instructions. Drain and reserve…

FAMILY MATTERS KIDS DON’T NEED TO BEHAVE PERFECTLY! Research shows that playful children – especially boys – are often seen as naughty. Emma says that’s unfair and stifling I am an unashamedly liberal parent. That doesn’t mean I don’t have boundaries, or that my kids can do whatever they like – it simply means that I accept my children are children and the world is their playground. I often watch parents in restaurants or at the park dealing with the pressure to be “perfect”. Normal, childish behaviour is being condemned – with parents feeling judged by the outside world, and resulting in them punishing behaviour that should actually be encouraged. Of course, there have to be boundaries, but we teach children those by explaining to them how their actions have…

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She looked happy and relaxed as she splashed about in a bikini in the Cotswolds last week, after revealing to Closer that she’d gained 2st of “happy fat” since finding love with her property developer boyfriend Terry. And pals say Josie Gibson has credited her 48-year-old partner – whom she started dating last summer – with helping her find the body confidence she’s craved for years. A source says, “Josie knows she’s put on weight, but she’s completely relaxed her diet since getting together with Terry last year. She used to obsess about everything she ate and was so rigid with her diet. She’d cut back on carbs, meat and dairy and was really strict with every mouthful. But now she’s stopped worrying about her weight and has embraced her…

DAME HELEN MIRREN AND TAYLOR HACKFORD The actress, 72, says the secret to her 21-year marriage is “spending time apart” – but adds they “miss each other terribly” when they’re away working. DAVID AND VICTORIA BECKHAM The footballer, 42, is now living in Miami for work. Posh, 44, once said that their long-distance relationship might explain “why we’re not bored with each other after 11 years”. JENNIFER ANISTON AND JUSTIN THEROUX The celebrity couple called it quits in February after most of their relationship was spent living on separate coasts of America. COURTENEY COX AND JOHNNY MCDAID The on/off couple rekindled their romance in 2016. Since then Courteney, 53, has been to London and Ireland to visit the musician.…

Her “juicy” new book is set for release next month, said to be filled with surprising revelations, which have reportedly even left Sinitta’s ex and best friend Simon Cowell feeling on edge. And insiders say “everyone should be worried” about her autobiography, entitled Who Put The Sin In Sinitta? INTIMATE DETAILS According to sources, the 54-year-old pop star’s exposé has also caused Cheryl, 34, to panic. Rumours are swirling that the ’80s singer is set to reveal some backstage X Factor secrets, as well as details about Cheryl’s former marriage to Jean-Bernard Fernandez-Versini, and her relationship with Liam Payne, 24, the father to her one-year-old son, Bear. A pal says, “Mutual pals have warned Cheryl she should be prepared for Sinitta’s wrath, and she isn’t going to like what she…

Alex Walsh was addicted to smoking, junk food and suffered from anxiety, which was triggered by the traumatic birth of her son, Theo, three years ago. However, rather than seeking help from a counsellor or nutritionist, Alex, 27 – a full-time mum of one – paid £500 for a residential weekend at an addiction retreat in Hertfordshire. The clinic is the brainchild of Chris Hill, who was addicted to cocaine, crack, heroin and alcohol for 20 years. Chris tried lots of therapy and counselling sessions without success. But when he found out his wife was pregnant 11 years ago, he began researching and managed to get clean with self-taught methods. A HUGE ISSUE And following his twin brother’s overdose four years ago, he vowed to help others and set up…

She appeared to blame herself for her recent split from Lee Wilkinson – insisting on Twitter, “Just always seem to choose cheating pathological liars… I just choose lying cheats it’s a skill.” And after escaping for a break in Florida with friends last week, insiders say heartbroken Scarlett Moffatt has sworn off dating. A source reveals, “Scarlett feels completely let down. She put on a brave face with friends, but behind closed doors she was in tears. She’s ignoring Lee’s pleas to give him another chance. For Scarlett this is one let down too many, she says she’s off men for the foreseeable future.” Scarlett first hinted at her split from model Lee two weeks ago, posting a video on her Instagram where she told fans, “For anyone that needs…

CLOSER PSYCHOLOGIST EMMA KENNY SAYS, “If you’ve always wanted children, it can be hard to accept that it may never happen. But step-children can give you the blessing of a loving, family dynamic. However, it’s important to remember never to try to replace the step-child’s mother or speak badly of her. And accept that no matter what happens, your partner’s children will always be their priority. It might not always be easy, but take things slowly and accept that tension can be natural – especially at first. Most importantly, remember to have fun – it’s crucial to make memories and laugh together, no matter how old the children are.” • For more information, visit www.beingastepparent.co.uk…

Shortly after Kate Middleton and Prince William presented their third child to the world, the couple whisked him home to join Prince George, four, and Princess Charlotte, two, at Apartment 1A inside Kensington Palace. The apartment, which underwent a £4.5m renovation before Charlotte was born, is said to be full of photos of the children and their artwork from school. The new prince’s nursery is reportedly Peter Rabbit-themed and has been prepped with lots of luxury soft toys. Nanny Maria Borrallo, 47, has helped out with the children since George was little, but Kate and William have confirmed they won’t be hiring a maternity nurse at night for the newborn – although it appears the sleepless nights have taken their toll on William, who was last week caught dropping off…

STEPH TURNS TO CALUM AS JEREMY MOVES IN WITH HIS SOLICITOR It was revealed last week how Jeremy McConnell is reportedly living with his solicitor, Katie McCreath – who defended him during his trial for assaulting ex-girlfriend Stephanie Davis last year. And in another twist, insiders tell Closer how Stephanie, 25 – who shares one-year-old son Caben-Albi with Jeremy, 28 – has grown close to fellow reality star Calum Best, 37, following her recent stint at a boot camp in Marbella for a new reality show. A source says, “Steph became really close to Calum on the trip and they had an instant bond, which was clear for everyone to see. They would go off on their own hikes together and spend hours talking about everything they’ve been through.” Steph…

Singer Robin Thicke’s girlfriend, April Love Geary, 23, was last week trolled for uploading a photo of herself breastfeeding her newborn daughter Mia. Reality star Chanelle Hayes branded the photo “strange,” but April hit back on Instagram. She posted pictures of Chanelle – who’s mum to sons Blakely and Frankie – in her topless modelling days and accused the star of being a hypocrite, writing, “Not that taking nudes are wrong! The naked body is a beautiful thing! But don’t be a hypocrite mama.” The model went on to defy trolls by uploading another nude snap. Here, three mums give their opinions… LATEYSHA: ‘If I looked like April, I’d post that picture’ Lateysha Grace, 25, is best known for appearing on MTV reality series The Valleys. She shares daughter Wynter,…

 GROUNDHOG DAY CO-STAR BILL MURRAY: “I ran into him at an airport recently. We must have been at Sundance (Film Festival). I know he’s living in Charleston [South Carolina] now and I’ve gone to Charleston and hoped I’d run into him by accident. It hasn’t happened. There’s only one Bill Murray. He’s a comic genius.” ‘My daughters want me to be in a relationship’ THE FOUR WEDDINGS AND A FUNERAL LINE, “IS IT STILL RAINING? I HADN’T NOTICED” BEING VOTED ONE OF THE WORST MOVIE LINES EVER: “People are obsessed with that line. I’m going to do a spoof about it. I’ll do a video in the snow, and say “Is it snowing? I hadn’t noticed.” I’ll do it in all kinds of weathers. The character was so in love,…

‘I’M OBSESSED WITH HEELS!’ ‘MORNING 6AM: Hitting the snooze button is impossible – my daughter Alaia-Mai [four] climbs into our bed ready to hang out and play, so I usually start my day by watching Peppa Pig with her downstairs. 7AM: I’ll make myself and the kids [Rochelle’s also mum to Valentina Raine, 13 months] some toast, then we’ll get ready for school. 7.30AM: I hate trying to organise an outfit in the morning, so I get my clothes ready the night before. My wardrobe is full of pieces from New Look, Topshop and H&M, but most days I’ll wear a cliché school mum outfit of gym leggings and trainers, so that I can feel comfortable. 8AM: If I’m not working, I try to give my face a break from…

INSIDE LAUREN’S FRIDGE • Eggs • Bread • Margarine • Broccoli • Manuka honey • Tuna steaks • Salmon steak • Energy balls • Steak mince • Chicken fillets • Tomatoes • Lettuce • Apples • Margherita pizza • Total yoghurt • Spinach • Evian water • Dairy Milk chocolate • Blueberries • Cucumber • Vodka • Orange juice VERDICT NUTRITIONIST JULIETTE KELLOW SAYS: “It’s good to see plenty of nourishing foods in Lauren’s fridge. If your budget doesn’t stretch to organic, you can still get all the benefits from regular, nutritious food. Skipping breakfast can set up poorer eating habits for the day, so should be avoided. Shop-bought salads can be loaded with fat and salt, so check before buying.” FRIDGE HEALTH RATING 8/10 CLOSER ONLINE GET RECIPES, DIET…

If it’s not bad enough being “ghosted” – where the person you’re dating suddenly disappears without any explanation – the “ghoster” can sometimes reappear to haunt you. One version of this is “zombieing”, where they send you a message out of the blue, and the other is “submarin-ing”, where they get back in touch, but don’t refer to their silence. And now I’ve discovered a new behaviour from the same family, which I’ve coined as “boomerang-ing”. This is where people who haven’t behaved very well (to put it politely), get back in touch without saying anything much or suggesting meeting up – effectively returning like a boomerang that I just want to throw back again. Last week, I was “boomeranged” three times. I received a friend request on Facebook from…

❛SHE’S SCARED THEY’LL END UP BEING WORLDS APART❜ • Michelle Keegan says her transatlantic marriage to Mark Wright is “difficult” • Reveals she and her US-based husband want children despite living 5,000 miles apart • Pals say the actress fears it’ll never happen if they carry on living as they are There’s been intense interest in Michelle Keegan’s marriage since she wed former TOWIE star Mark Wright in 2015, especially now that their careers have forced them into a long-distance relationship. When she’s not filming hit series Our Girl overseas, the actress, 30, is based in the UK, while Mark, 31, lives in LA and co-hosts entertainment show Extra . STARTING A FAMILY Despite admitting in an interview published last week that it was a “difficult situation”, Michelle – who…

Her bid to complete the London Marathon to raise awareness of her mum Amy’s terminal lung condition was dealt a huge blow when trolls attacked her for failing to complete the 26-mile race last week. Dressed as a pair of lungs, Jordan, 39, was forced to pull out after walking a third of the course, blaming a knee injury. She was mocked by critics, who slammed her for not training for the race – something she denies. And just 48 hours after her failed attempt, where she was fundraising for the British Lung Foundation, Jordan was snapped with a cigarette outside a pub. Fans were quick to lash out at her, writing, “I hope she didn’t smoke in front of her mum.” Another added, “Hypocritical woman.” EMOTIONALLY DRAINED It’s the…

Their romance has been rocky since Tristan Thompson was accused of cheating on Khloé Kardashian just hours before she gave birth to their daughter, True. Now sources reveal she’s leaning on ex-husband Lamar Odom. A pal says, “Khloé’s emotions are still all over the place and she goes from feeling calm to being riddled with anger. Lamar reached out to congratulate her on the birth and to say how sorry he was about everything. Khloé broke down and has been leaning on him ever since.” Last month, Closer reported Khloé, 33, was still torn over what to do after the infidelity scandal. New claims have since surfaced that basketball player Tristan messaged girls during Khloé’s pregnancy. And while Khloé’s momager, Kris Jenner, pressured Tristan to sign a £700k contract to…

He previously admitted that his girlfriend Cheryl has told him off for revealing personal information about her, saying, “I get too excited. She says, ‘What did you have to say that about me for?’” But it seems Liam, 24, still can’t keep quiet in interviews. He recently confessed that the couple take items from each other’s wardrobes, and even joked he’d wear one of Cheryl’s thongs, insisting, “Could’ve been a bit airy, a bit free!” He also admitted in an interview this month that their one-year-old son Bear was “massive”, laughing, “Everyone comes over and is like, ‘Your child’s massive!’ I don’t know what we feed him. I don’t know what she’s [Cheryl’s] doing.” Last year, Liam spilled the beans on Cheryl’s baby weight loss, revealing, “Pregnancy is hard to…

“My heart fell when I realised I’d booked into the retreat just before Easter – I crave chocolate, especially Creme Eggs! However, since the course, I haven’t eaten any junk or sugar. “My eating felt out of control, I often binged on chocolate and crisps, sometimes I’d get through three packets of crisps, followed by two bars of chocolate. For the first three days I had a mild headache as my body adjusted to the sugar leaving my system. But, since then, it’s been surprisingly easy. The key for me has been ‘self-talking’ and rationalising whether I really want chocolate or am just eating it mindlessly. My subconscious would try to tell me that I was tired and that a bit of chocolate would pick me up. But pausing and…

She made the 440-mile round-trip from Essex to Full Sutton jail, near York, last week to take her five-month-old daughter Sunday to see her dad Arthur Collins – after her imprisoned former flame took legal action to gain access. Ferne McCann, 27, was seen cradling her daughter protectively as she left the maximum security prison where Collins is serving a 20-year sentence for a vicious acid attack – and pals say she’s fearful the visits to Arthur will now impact on her new romance. Ferne recently confirmed she was dating an “older man” but has remained tight-lipped about their relationship, telling Closer , “I’m happy. But, right now, it’s all about me and Sunday.” A source says, “Ferne has kept quiet about her new man, but she’s really into him…

‘ I WAS HORRIFIED. MY LEGS HAD BEEN SHORTENED, AND MY FEET WERE BIGGER’ When mum-of-one Katie Green flicked through Instagram and saw photoshopped images of her from a photo shoot, she was shocked and angry. The pictures promoting clothing sold on Gemma Collins’ website had been edited to stretch Katie’s body, and the TOWIE star’s head had been placed over her own. DISTORTED PICS Size 16 Katie explains, “I was horrified when I saw the images. My legs had been shortened and widened, my feet and hands were made bigger and my body was made wider – but I knew it was me as my shoes and pose were exactly the same. “I was so upset. Years ago, I was told I was too fat to model. It took…

RACHEL RACHEL’S SURPRISE BABY She confirmed she was expecting her first child with husband Daniel Craig last week, saying, “We’re going to have a little human.” And 48-year-old Rachel Weisz showed off a hint of a bump as she was seen walking out in New York days later. The pair married in secret in 2011 after dating for six months, opting for an intimate ceremony attended by four guests, including Rachel’s 11-year-old son Henry and 50-year-old Daniel’s daughter Ella, 25. When previously asked if Rachel would have a child with the Bond star, she said, “I’m pretty content. I’m not planning on having more, but never say never.” VOGUE VOGUE’S JOY AT HAVING A BOY Model Vogue Williams – who is five months pregnant with fiancé Spencer Matthews’ son –…

CHARLIZE THERON ‘ It took 18 months to shed 3st… I was depressed’ She’s considered one of the world’s most beautiful women, but her latest film, Tully, sees the usually toned and ultra-glam Charlize Theron exposing a fuller figure – and the star has admitted that piling on 3/2st for the role left her feeling depressed. To gain the weight, she force-fed herself burgers and milkshakes, and said, “I got hit in the face pretty hard with depression. For the first time in my life I was eating so much processed food and I drank way too much sugar.” Charlize, 42, who had previously been 9st, revealed it was hard shedding the weight, saying, “I was sick. I couldn’t lose the weight. I called my doctor and said, ‘I think…

In an image-obsessed culture, we’ve grown used to stars having nose and boob jobs in an attempt to achieve their ideal look. The drive for perfection has gone up several notches in recent years, with bum implants, cheek fillers and lip plumper becoming run-of-the-mill. But is the surgery trend now being pushed to worrying extremes? With bizarre procedures such as gum contouring and earlobe reduction on the wishlist, cosmetic doctor Nyla Raja tells Closer she fears some celebs are losing touch with reality. “Celebs no longer want improvement, they want physical perfection – and will stop at nothing to achieve it. But these new procedures are not without risks – including infection and nerve damage.” Dr Nyla adds, “There’s also the possibility of psychological damage. The more work they have,…

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She’s battled a series of daunting health challenges over the years, and was hailed an “inspiration” for bravely revealing her surgery scars for the first time on live TV last month. Now, in a shock confession, Michelle Heaton has revealed how the onset of early menopause at 35, following a hysterectomy and double mastectomy, has resulted in severe self-hatred and uncontrollable rages that have almost destroyed her marriage. After discovering she was a carrier of a cancer gene, which dramatically increased her risk of developing breast and ovarian cancer, Michelle went through the potentially life-saving surgery – which brought on the menopause. And in her new book, Hot Flush, she lifts the lid on the devastating impact her emotional symptoms have had on her and her family. “There are too…

‘WALKING REGULARLY IS AS EFFECTIVE AS THE GYM’ A study shows two weeks of too much sitting down puts you on the path to diabetes and heart disease. Dr C prescribes walking! This study followed people who normally walked at least 10,000 steps a day but didn’t do any other exercise – they weren’t gym buffs or runners. They were asked to get public transport or drive to work, take lifts or escalators instead of stairs, and cut their steps to around 1,500 a day. They also had to spend their weekends watching TV or playing computer games. They all stuck to their normal diets but, after two weeks, they were fatter, had bigger waists, had lost muscle, were less fit and their bodies were less able to respond to…

SAVVY WAYS TO AVOID SCAMS Fraudsters are everywhere, so hiding your PIN at the cash point isn’t enough. Here’s how to protect yourself and your money SCREEN PHONE CALLS “In general, avoid answering calls that come up as ‘private number’ or ‘blocked’,” says Oz Alashe, CEO of cyber security training platform, CybSafe. “Never give out personal information over the phone to someone who has called you. If you’re suspicious of someone, simply end the call. Be certain you’ve hung up, then contact the organisation using the number on their real website to ensure the call was legitimate.” CHECK WEBSITES ARE SECURE There are a few things you should look for before typing in your card details. “A locked padlock or unbroken key symbol should appear in your browser window when…

What was the idea behind the Unscripted episode? PETER: I think it’s always good to try to do something original and I couldn’t think of any other narrative comedies that have made a fully improvised episode. As Sian and I often ad lib when filming, we thought we’d give it a go for an entire episode. So, you didn’t have a script? SIAN: Nothing at all! PETER: We just reacted to whatever came on the radio and went with it, good or bad. We hope people like it. Peter, you recently screened Unscripted and the finale in Blackpool – how did you feel about the audience’s reaction? PETER: It’s wonderful hearing an audience react to what you’ve been working hard on for…

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IF IT'S YOU BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK The year ahead is going to be revolutionary, exciting and chaotic. Change-maker planet Uranus will move into your sign this month and you’ll feel its power and energy very quickly. Expect to feel like you’ve stuck your finger in life’s electricity socket! THIS WEEK’S CELEB STAR SIGN TAURUS 20 APR-20 MAY The Full Moon this week is in your Love Zone. Relationship dramas are likely to arise. If one relationship is ending now, try to let go as easily and effortlessly as you can. Whatever is happening is almost certainly for the best. Find out where the Full Moon is affecting you – call 0906 7511 677* GEMINI 21 MAY-20 JUN If you’re like most Geminis, you’re in a bit of a recovery cycle…

Ever since that Photoshopping scandal, poor Gem has been haunted by images of her face badly edited onto passers-by. And this, Tom and Giovanna, is why we’ve given up family hols… it’s less tiring to stay at home. KANYE WEST... We’d love to reply to this Tweet, Kanye, but we’re still struggling to find the emoji for “absolute pillock”. KATY PERRY... A beautiful sentiment from Katy. Coincidentally, we’ve noticed the word “do” is in doughnut, and the word “in” is in gin. How could we refuse to listen to that? INSPIGRAM TAMARA ECCLESTONE Way to go, Tamara. We’ll make no apologies, either. Basically, we insist on being treated as if it’s our birthday. Every. Single. Day. ZOOEY DESCHANEL Zooey has quit Hollywood to open a coffee shop. Sadly, her new…