Table of contents for 3 January 2017 in Closer

Have a healthy new year! If you’re still feeling like a bit of a post-Christmas pud, then feast your mince pies on this week’s brilliant 18-page diet special! It’s full of inspiration – Scarlett Moffatt revealing how she lost 3st (p36) and Davina on staying young (p40) – plus practical help, like how to drop a dress size in a month (p54). This week, we’ve also asked Dr Christian for advice on staying healthy, while psychologist Emma Kenny reveals how to stick to all your New Year’s resolutions. We’ve even got ideas on how to make you richer in 2017! Whatever you want to achieve, we’re with you every step of the way!…

September 2016: When asked which of her partners had the biggest manhood, she said ex-fiancé Leandro Penna, who she split from in 2011. Then added: “He was big but I can’t even remember.” October 2016: During an appearance on Loose Women she admitted she’d almost mistakenly called Kieran by Pete’s name, saying: “I want to clarify me and Kieran – oops, I almost said Pete then – are absolutely fine.” November 2016: “She referred to former stripper Kieran as “Farmer Joe” and said he’s now “got a one-pack instead of a six-pack” in an interview. Talking of his infidelities, she added: “I always say, ‘You haven’t had your karma yet.”…

Not long after the sad news broke of George Michael’s tragic death, it was revealed that – despite the problems in his own life – he’d given away millions to help others. It emerged that the singer had donated royalties from songs, volunteered at a homeless shelter and given huge amounts to various charities – including the Terrence Higgins Trust, Macmillan Cancer and Childline. The star also spontaneously donated to good causes and strangers in need. He once gave a cheque for £25,000 to a woman he met crying over her debts in a café, and tipped a waitress £5,000 because she was a student nurse and in debt. In 2008, he gave Lynette Gillard £9,000 for IVF treatment after seeing her appear on Deal Or No Deal – but…

She got engaged last year after a whirlwind six-month relationship, just two years after she was left heartbroken by the collapse of her marriage to footballer Jamie O’Hara. But Danielle Lloyd is the first to admit that she’s happier than ever with her electrician fiancé Michael O’Neill. Mum-of-three Danielle – who says she’d “love” to have a baby this year – was so devastated after discovering Jamie had allegedly slept with a string of women behind her back that she turned to antidepressants and sleeping tablets, and sparked concern with her worryingly thin size 6 frame, which she put down to stress. But fast-forward to today and she’s turned her life around, telling Closer that she can’t wait to get hitched to Michael, 29, in 2018. Danielle – who has…

GEMMA COLLINS: ‘I was downing 10 cans of fizzy drink a day!’ She’s famously fluctuated between a size 12 and a size 24 over the years, and had hypnotherapy to try to beat her binge- eating. Now Gemma Collins, 35, is hoping to slim down for good after signing up to ITV’s Sugar Free Farm and enduring 12 days of healthy eating and farm labour. The reality star – who agreed to take part after former TOWIE co-star James “Arg” Argent lost 3st on the show last year – admitted before arriving on the farm that she had a “real obsession” with fizzy drinks and was downing 10 cans a day. But as well as shaping up, unlucky-in-love Gemma admitted there was an ulterior motive to taking part in the…

She’s had a whirlwind two years, during which she became a mum and got married in her dream intimate ceremony – saying at the time: “I wasn’t sure if it was something I’d ever be privileged enough to experience” – as well as juggling a career as a successful TV presenter and author. And Katie Piper – who also runs a charity, The Katie Piper Foundation, which sees her rubbing shoulders with the likes of Simon Cowell and Cheryl – couldn’t be happier, as she tells Closershe’s most content when she’s at home with her husband, carpenter Richard Sutton, and their daughter Belle, two. Katie says: “We love spending time together as a family. We live near a forest so we’ll cycle there or go swimming. Belle has so much…

Bianca Gascoigne, 30, would be a CBB newbie Twins Jedward, 25, were double trouble in 2011 Calum Best, 35, proved he’s not just eye candy In series 13 Lee Ryan, 33, turned the airwaves Blue Nasty Nick, 49, plotted a devious plan in BB 1 Spencer, 33, and Heidi Pratt, 30, caused a stir Stephen Bear, 26, was the most hated winner Jordan, 38, clashed with Katie Hopkins – and won Les Dennis, 63, got close to the chickens in CBB 2 It was all-out war for Perez Hilton, 38, in 2015…

ALAN SUGAR I love working with him. He’s Britain’s top entrepreneur – he’s innovative, strong and has a sense of humour! SOCIAL MEDIA I think people should pay less attention to it – particularly youngsters who are desperate to be liked. When they see hurtful stuff on the internet, it can get them down. You should ignore social media, or just say: ”So what?” HER HUBBY Paul [Peschisolido] and I have been together for 20 years. We’re very happy. We met when I was Managing Director of Birmingham City FC and he was a player. He’s independent, there is a mutual respect between us and he understands my job is important to me. Plus he’s very handsome!…

Mel works hard to keep in incredible shape. She is known for her punishing fitness regime and has a bikini body to rival women half her age! She tells us: “I’ve always worked out – I like sweating! I have always felt confident and good about myself and, if I haven’t, I just go out there and do something about it; I’ll change what I’m eating or up my workout. Raising three girls, it’s important to be active and healthy and know the good food to put into your body - clean food like salads, fruit, chicken and fish. I like doing yoga and boxing, and I like to switch it up too. I don’t have a set workout regime. I find just having a bit of ‘me time,’ whether…

She’s gone from a self-confessed “professional couch potato” to a fitness queen in just under a year – and Scarlett Moffat is almost unrecognisable following her jaw-dropping weight loss. The reality star – who won over the nation last month to be crowned queen of the I’m A Celeb! jungle – has lost over 3st and dropped a whopping six dress sizes after embarking on a mission to shape up. And Scarlett tells us she can hardly believe the transformation herself. The 26-year-old admits: “For the first time in ages I feel super happy and healthy. I wake up in the mornings and don’t feel constantly tired any more – I keep thinking, ‘This is mint!’ I used to get out of breath from walking up the stairs to my…

As she sweeps her fringe away from her face, a flawless Davina McCall tells us: “I can only apologise for the state of me!” She’s fresh from a facial when we meet for lunch and while she claims to have a “greasy face and hair,” all we see is glowing skin and a woman who looks far younger than her 49 years. So how does she really feel about turning 50 in October? “Much better than I did when I turned 40,” she laughs, tucking into a frittata and salad. “I lied to everyone when I said I was fine with being 40. I mean I was kind of fine with it, but it did feel like a massive turning point. I feel really good now, though, and I realised…

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It’s the new year and for many of us that means only one thing – time for a diet and exercise plan to shape up. But the last thing you want to be eating in chilly January is cold salad and smoothies. Closer’s nutritionist Juliette Kellow explains that it doesn’t have to be that way. She says: “Depriving ourselves of the foods we love is a recipe for dieting disaster. It means we quickly start to crave them and end up giving into temptation, bingeing, then ditching the diet altogether.” The good news is, it really is possible to enjoy all your favourites – whether that’s chips, chocolate, pizza or Prosecco – and still lose weight. She adds: “The key is to enjoy these foods in small amounts, give them…

STEP 1 In a small saucepan, toast the pine nuts for a few minutes, until they’re golden, then put them to one side to cool. STEP 2 Whisk together the olive oil, cider vinegar and mustard in a large bowl, along with a pinch of salt and pepper, to taste. Massage the kale with the dressing for around 5 mins, until the kale wilts down. STEP 3 Mix the strawberries and avocado chunks into the kale salad. Stir in the cooked wild rice, a pinch of salt and the toasted pine nuts. Divide across two plates, then serve immediately. • Madeleine created this recipe for Seasonal Berries. Visit Seasonalberries.co.uk…

BREAKFAST Scrambled eggs: A filling and tasty way to start the day! Enjoy scrambled eggs on wholemeal toast with tomatoes, mushrooms and spring onions cooked in low-calorie spray oil. LUNCH Tuna jacket: Top a large jacket potato with lots of tuna mixed with sweetcorn, red pepper and a tablespoon of extra light mayonnaise. Follow with fresh fruit. DINNER Chicken chow mein: A quick and easy stir-fry full of healthy vegetables, chicken, noodles and oriental-style sauce. Plus a two-finger KitKat and a glass of wine.…

TV’s Sarah Willingham reveals how to take control of your finances & make the most of your cash 1 DITCH EBAY! Sell unwanted items via your local Facebook community instead. There are no fees, unlike eBay, so you keep the profit and it’s very easy if you use the Facebook “Marketplace” on your smartphone. It’s also a fab place to pick up great-value second-hand items. It’s perfect for finding and selling things like gadgets, children’s items and furniture. 2 CUT ENERGY BILLS According to AppliancesDirect, modern kitchen appliances use around half of the energy they did 15 years ago, so upgrade a few things in the sales. Fridge freezers should be top of the list as newer models use over 70 per cent less energy. Reduce your oven use, too…

SWIMMER REBECCA ADLINGTON, 27, TAKES OUR QUIZ What’s your worst habit? I have a bit of a thing about even numbers. I can only set my alarm on a two, four or a six and the TV volume has to be an even number. When’s the last time you said: “I love you” ? I say it every day to my 18-month-old daughter, Summer. Have you ever had a near-death experience? Does going on I’m A Celeb! in 2013 count? I loved it, but it was the scariest experience of my life. If you were an animal, what would you be and why? My Lhasa Apso dog, Daisy – she gets spoilt rotten. What’s your proudest achievement? Winning two golds and beating a world record at the 2008 Beijing Olympics!…

THE VOICE UK SAT 7 JAN, 8PM, ITV The singing contest returns on a new channel with Will.iam, Sir Tom and new judges Jennifer Hudson and Gavin Rossdale… we can't wait! LET IT SHINE Gary has a new talent show! And it’s full of famous faces… SAT, 7PM, BBC1 TINA AND BOBBY This glossy drama stars Michelle Keegan and Patsy Kensit. FRI, 9PM, ITV SUGAR FREE FARM Stars including The GC step away from the white stuff. TUE, 9PM, ITV…

She showed off her stunning figure by the pool in Dubai recently, and insiders say Lauren Goodger has never felt more confident and is now getting ready for marriage and babies with her dream man Joey Morrison. Last month, size 10-12 Lauren admitted to Closer that she would love a baby and is waiting for Joey – who is currently serving an 18-year jail sentence for offences including burglary and drug dealing – to come out of prison. Reports surfaced in September last year that the star, who first met Joey nine years ago before he was jailed, had been making regular visits to see him. And while she thinks it may only be a couple of months until he’s released, Lauren, 30 – who dropped 4st and got down…

“I first met George in 1984 when I was part of his Wake Me Up Before You Go Go video at Brixton Academy. I’d bunked off school and was given a flier in London’s King’s Road inviting me to be part of the filming. As a Wham! fan, I was ecstatic! I met George on set and he was full of energy and joking with his fans. He clearly loved his fans so much and made time to talk to everyone. Five years later, I bumped into him in a restaurant. He remembered me and invited me back to his Hampstead pad. We drank Champagne, listened to David Bowie and played pool. He was a pop legend, but also a fun-loving, kind soul who loved being surrounded by friends.”…

Decades after finding fame in the ’80s in pop band Bros with his twin brother Luke and bandmate Craig Logan, Matt Goss still has an army of fans – including Victoria Beckham. The Spice Girl admitted she’d spent her teenage years falling for Matt, writing in her autobiography Learning To Fly: “I was convinced I was going to marry Matt Goss. I was so obsessed.” Matt, 48, confesses the feeling was mutual and that he’s met Victoria and David Beckham multiple times, saying: “Victoria is such a lovely girl. I had a crush on her too, but I think she made the right choice. David and I chatted about having tattoos in the same place!” LOOKING FOR ‘THE ONE’ Matt – who’s had a hit residency in Vegas since 2009…

LEARN TO TAP INTO YOUR CONFIDENCE You have to learn to get rid of that low self-esteem and anxiety in your head, saying you can’t do something or that you’re not good enough. Confidence is like a muscle – we all have it, but you have to choose to exercise it. SURROUND YOURSELF WITH POSITIVES Mantras and quotes all help, as well as doing exercise to relax yourself and spending time with positive people. I have mantras that I repeat to myself every day to remind me how lucky I am. IT’S NOT ABOUT LOOKS Lots of people think confidence comes from being skinny or having a symmetrical face. But, actually, these things won’t keep you in a job or a relationship for a long time. You need to find…

He proved he knows how to find talent during his three-year stint as a judge on The X Factor , but Gary Barlow reveals he turned to his kids to discover if his new show, Let It Shine , would be a success. The Take That star admits to watching the first recordings of the BBC1 talent contest show with his 16-year-old son Daniel and daughters Emily, 14, and Daisy, seven, to see if he had a hit on his hands. Speaking at the show’s launch, Gary tells Closer : “I watched it with my children because they are the most brutally honest people in our house. They did say: ‘Oh God, Dad, you’re so embarrassing.’ “But at one point, my seven-year-old was saying to me: ‘Please can I just…

BEFORE BREAKFAST Nothing. MID-MORNING A sausage roll and a Belgian bun. LUNCH Cheese and bacon wrap or a kebab. MID-AFTERNOON A full-fat latte and a glazed doughnut. DINNER Nachos followed by spag bol and two glasses of wine. LATE NIGHT A slice of cold pizza before bed. AFTER BREAKFAST Weetabix and fruit. MID-MORNING Greek 0% yoghurt with figs. LUNCH Chicken, sweet potato and a green salad. MID-AFTERNOON Two hard-boiled eggs. DINNER Tuna steak with veg and a small glass of wine, followed by fruit salad and vanilla ice cream.…

1 Lie back with your legs in the air, slightly bent at the knee. With hands behind your head, lift yourself up using your stomach muscles so your shoulder blades are just off the floor, then come down again. “Don’t rush – the slower you go, the harder it is,” says Davina. 2 Get into a plank position and squeeze your belly button as tight as you can for a few seconds, then relax. “This one is great for muscle definition,” says Davina. 3 Do a full sit-up from lying position to sitting. Davina says: “I never relax my tummy muscles in between sit-ups – that way you have to tense more to keep going.”…

1 As soon as your alarm goes off, get up, get out of bed, throw on your gym gear, brush your teeth and LEAVE. The second a question or complaint starts to creep in, that’s your cue to get up and, go! 2 If you’re not feeling motivated to work out, log on to social media and look at a girl with a body you want. She didn’t get it by lying down and neither will you. I find exercise motivation quotes on social media are also great for giving me an extra boost. 3 Give yourself mini targets for sticking to your healthy eating. For example, if I’m going out on Saturday night, I’ll eat well for the whole week so I feel as great as possible on my…

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IN THE NEWS GO GRAPHIC IN GEOMETRIC PRINTS Now the novelty knits and New Year’s Eve £35 sequins have been stored away for another year, it’s normal to feel a little underwhelmed by your day-to-day wardrobe. Rest assured, though – we’ve found the antidote for any January blues: River Island’s new Electro collection. Full of neon colours and geometric shapes, they’ll brighten up your workwear wardrobe. The nine-piece range features everything from T-shirts and dresses to anoraks and skirts, so go head-to-toe in a rainbow ensemble, or just opt for one attention-grabbing “colour pop” item. And with statement prints set to be big news for spring, these hero buys will keep you looking stylish right now and through the coming months. GET ACTIVE IN STYLE WITH ROSIE FOR AUTOGRAPH Following…

1 PERFECT PAMPER The delicate rose scent made this bubble bath feel like a real treat and was perfect for unwinding at the end of the day. It foamed up brilliantly and left a subtle scent on the skin without any greasiness. 2 SOOTHING SOAK We sprinkled a handful of these eucalyptus-infused salt crystals into the tub and they helped relieve achy muscles and to clear congestion. They’re the ideal pick-me-up if you’re feeling under the weather. 3 HYDRATION HIT This refreshing bath cream cleansed skin and gave it a moisture boost, thanks to the nourishing vitamin E. It left us feeling silky-soft – and meant we could ditch our usual body lotion afterwards.…

THE MOVES She may be an Olympic athlete but Jessica admits it was hard to get her body back in shape after having son Reggie in 2014. She says: “I thought my six-pack would come back but it didn’t quite happen like that – my first training session was incredibly hard.” She exercises five days a week, either doing circuits involving crunches, press-ups and planks, or running 200m sprints. THE FOODS The mum-of-one tries to eat a healthy, varied diet. Breakfast is usually porridge or toast with coffee, lunch is a turkey or tuna salad and dinner is either pasta or fish with veg. But Jessica enjoys treats too. She says: “I love sugary foods and chocolate is my guilty pleasure.” THE GAME-CHANGER Jessica built a gym in her home…

Busy mum Lauren, 35, says: “I worked as a flight attendant for 16 years and looking glam was part of the job. So I was upset when I put on 5st during my first pregnancy. I managed to lose a few pounds, but I knew I needed help. A friend suggested Slimming World and I’ve never looked back. I realised it wasn’t about giving up foods; I could still enjoy healthy, family-friendly versions of my favourite meals such as curry or chilli. And the support I got from my group every week was amazing. I got back to my target weight of 11st, but fell pregnant soon after. I put on 3st, but went back to Slimming World and within 18 months I’d lost the baby weight. Now I’m so…

INSIDE ALEXANDRA’S FRIDGE • Quark cheese • Hot chocolate puddings • Thai green curry paste • Cornish custard • Lindor chocolate • Natural yoghurt • Dark chocolate • Roast chicken breast fillets • Peppercorn sauce • Roast turkey breast • Peppery salad • Avocados • Blueberries • Vegetable & beansprout stir-fry • Sweet potatoes • Brussels sprouts • Peppers • Almond milk • Coconut water • Bottle of red wine Where do you shop? I move around the country a lot doing gigs so wherever is nearest, but it’s usually M&S or Tesco. A decent shop will be in the region of £50-£100 per week. What’s your typical diet? I usually have porridge or poached eggs on rye bread for breakfast, then it’s grilled chicken and sweet potato for lunch;…

“ MY POCKET MONEY WAS… 10,000 Italian Lira (£3) a week for washing my dad’s car. I used it for football stickers. MY FIRST JOB WAS… When I was 15, as a pizza oven cleaner, every Saturday. The bottom of the oven would be full of burnt flour after every 15 pizzas cooked. I was paid 60,000 Lira (£25) a shift. MY BIGGEST IMPULSE PURCHASE WAS… This summer. I got drunk with a guy in Italy and I bought his 18-metre powerboat! My wife [Jessica, who he married in 2002] was in London, so I didn’t tell her straight away… luckily she loved it and I’m still here. MY BIGGEST FINANCIAL MISTAKE WAS… Lending money to family and friends. SPENDER OR A SAVER? Apart from the boat, I’m a saver.…

MICHELLE KEEGAN We chat to Michelle, 29, who stars in much-anticipated ITV series Tina And Bobby… and gets a dramatic blonde makeover! Tina And Bobby is all about the legendary England captain and his original WAG missus. How much did you know about Tina and Bobby Moore before you took on the role? My husband Mark [Wright] is a West Ham supporter and knew a lot about both of them. He gave me the lowdown on Bobby’s team mates and what a legend he was… Tina Moore herself was at the read-through for the show… That was really daunting! I’d forgotten she was going to be there until I walked into the room. By then, I’d seen pictures of her and had done some research and, as soon…

She was forced to shoot down repeated rumours of relationship problems last year, which came to a head in November after reports claimed she’d blurted out “my marriage is over” on a night out – something she strenuously denied. But just weeks later Jordan referred to ex-boyfriend Dane Bowers as the “love of my life” in a drunken speech at a Christmas party and reports surfaced that something was “deeply wrong” between her and husband Kieran Hayler, 29. STRUGGLING TO COPE Now insiders reveal the mum-of-five has been battling to cope with failing to have a sixth child, piling pressure on her four-year marriage and driving her to drink to forget her problems. As Closer previously reported, Jordan, 38 – real name Katie Price – has been “heartbroken” over her…

“I first caught sight of George in the flesh when he popped in to hang out at Widow Applebaums restaurant in London. It was the mid ’80s and I was a total ‘Whamette’ working as a model, singer and actress. I was besotted with George, and seeing his beautiful face made everyone stop in their tracks. He had that star quality and charisma that made everyone look at him. I was so excited to be in the same room as him. “Although we didn’t speak then, years later in the ’90s when I’d had a couple of hit records and shared the same PR as George, we were introduced. Connie [our PR at the time] told me George liked me and that we should go out. He was the friendliest…

Closer’s Dr Christian Jessen says: “My view is that e-cigarettes are going to be a significant life-saving venture. “The burden on the NHS by smokers in huge – people often concentrate on smoking causing cancer, it does. But also bronchitis and chronic lung disease, such as emphysema, which can be fatal. “I believe that if every smoker, gave up and used e-cigarettes instead, the amount of people suffering from cancer and these diseases would go down significantly. E-cigarettes are particularly effective to help you give up because they are the only nicotine replacement that mimic smoking by giving a nicotine hit in the same way as a cigarette. “I’m not saying they are completely safe, and more research might need to be done into the possible effects of the flavours…

Kate Dixon falls asleep involuntarily at least five times a day, but she’s determined not to let her condition stand in the way of true love. At the age of eight, Kate was diagnosed with narcolepsy – a condition that causes you to fall asleep at any time of day – after she kept nodding off in primary school. She’s passed out in class, on trains and even in clubs. LOSS OF CONTROL On top of this, Kate was also diagnosed with cataplexy, which means she loses muscle control and collapses when she laughs or experiences strong emotions – her muscles seize up and she can’t move for up to 10 minutes, although she’s still conscious. But the 19-year-old is determined not to let her conditions hold her back from…

She’s hosted seven series of Celebrity Big Brother, and Emma Willis admits she would love to see I’m A Celeb! winner and Gogglebox star Scarlett Moffatt enter the infamous house. Emma laughs: “Scarlett would be brilliant on CBB – she was fantastic in the jungle. And I loved Joel Dommett, but he’s a delicate guy. I think CBB is more psychologically stressful than the jungle so I wouldn’t want to put him through that! Scarlett would be good at anything she put her mind to.” While the TV presenter, 40, is curious to experience life as a contestant, Emma admits viewers won’t be seeing her in the house – which is rumoured to be including old and new contestants this series. The doting mum explains she’d struggle to be away…

They’re celebrating a decade of marriage together this year – and Mel B says that after weathering storms with her husband Stephen Belafonte, he really is her best friend. Since the couple’s secret Las Vegas wedding in 2007, they’ve been constantly plagued by split rumours. Mel and her mother Andrea have also been estranged for years after falling out over the 41-year-old American film producer. In 2014, there were rumours their marriage was on the verge of a breakdown after Mel was hospitalised during her stint as a judge on The X Factor . Although she returned to the show the following day – minus her wedding ring and with what appeared to be bruising on her face – her mum posted a Tweet suggesting there had been violence. Fans…

Celebs who’ve used surrogates include model Caprice as well as actresses Sarah Jessica Parker and Nicole Kidman. But if you’re looking for a surrogate in the UK, it’s illegal to advertise for one – instead, non-profit agencies can help you find a match. There are three: Brilliant Beginnings, Surrogacy UK and COTS. Once matched, you either implant an embryo made from your egg and your partner’s sperm (where you’d need a fertility clinic) or use the surrogate’s egg and artificial insemination (which can be done at home). It’s illegal to pay surrogates, but they can receive expenses – eg loss of earnings and travel costs. On average, this is around £7k to £15k. Experts advise you set out clear boundaries. Until you have a parental order granted via the family…

BUM KICKERS WHAT TO DO: Ball hands into fists and get ready to rave! Punch arms above your head while jumping and trying to kick alternate heels to bum. WHAT IT DOES: Burns fat and tones arms and legs. SKATER JUMP WHAT TO DO: Start with legs wide apart and hop on alternate legs, using a “sprinter” action with the arms. WHAT IT DOES: Burns fat and tightens bum, legs and arms. PLANK KICKS WHAT TO DO: Adopt a plank position, then bring one knee into the chest and kick out. Repeat the other side. WHAT IT DOES: Works the shoulders, back, bum, abs and legs. SQUAT JUMPS WHAT TO DO: Start in a squat position, then jump into the air. WHAT IT DOES: Burns off fat and tones the…

Here’s the good news: Joe Wicks doesn’t want you to starve or spend hours in the gym to get the body you’ve been wanting for years. Nope, the popular fitness and nutrition expert – also known as The Body Coach – says the best way to transform your figure is by eating nutritious and healthy food and working out for just 20 minutes, four to five times a week. Simple, eh? Joe’s debut book, Lean In 15, was a smash- hit last year, clocking up the highest first week sales for a cookery book in the UK since records began. The 30-year-old – who has an incredible 1.6million followers on Instagram – says: “It’s time to get off diets, stop standing on the scales twice a day, and feeling generally…

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She stunned viewers when she showed off her amazing bikini body live on air last year. And after losing a staggering 2st over the past two years, Lorraine Kelly is positively brimming with confidence. The much-loved TV host went from a size 16 to a size 10 and has gained an impressive set of abs after taking up weekly Zumba classes held by her friend and personal trainer Maxine Jones. Lorraine, 57, says: “I think I’m finally at the weight I’m supposed to be because I have more energy than I’ve ever had. It’s incredible because when I was in my 20s and 30s I would never have gone on television in a sleeveless dress, let alone a bikini!” FINDING HAPPINESS And, refreshingly, the star – who has daughter Rosie,…

TRICKS OF THE TRADE Even after years of nail-painting practice, it can be hard to get a manicure looking the same across all 10 pinkies – as it can be difficult to paint with your non-dominant hand. Rub a blob of Vaseline around your nail edges before you start to create a wipe-away barrier between your varnish and skin. Avoid loading too much colour on your brush – go for two fine layers (not one thick one) and aim to cover each nail in three strokes – go down the H middle and on either side. Practise and you’ll soon have perfect nails every time!…

1 When it comes to lipstick, I like simple nude tones… I’ll line my lips first, then go over with a matte tone slightly darker than my natural lip colour. My favourite shade is Barry M Lip Paint in Trendsetter. 2 I don’t wear foundation very often… but when I need some coverage, I’ll apply Armani Luminous Silk. It’s really light to wear and lasts all day. I can’t get enough of it. 3 I wouldn’t recommend wearing make-up while you work out… your skin needs to breathe. But I keep a dry shampoo in my bag for after exercising – Kérastase Volume Powder is brilliant! 4 Winter weather really affects my skin… I switch my usual blush for a cream version during the colder months and I always carry…

ENERGY BARS STEP 1 Preheat the oven to 180°C/gas mark 4. STEP 2 Heat 100g of low-fat spread of your choice and 200g clear honey in a pan, until the spread has melted. STEP 3 Stir in 200g rolled oats, 150g mixed seeds, 100g toasted flaked almonds, 100g sultanas and 50g ground almonds. Gently mix together, then press into a 22cm square baking tin. STEP 4 Sprinkle over 2tsp sesame seeds and bake for 15mins, until golden. STEP 5 Allow to cool slightly before cutting into 24 pieces. Leave in the baking tin to cool completely before serving. • Recipe adapted from Shakeupyourwakeup.com MAKES 24 158 CALS 8.9G FAT 9.7G SUGAR 0.1G SALT PER SQUARE • Health guru Madeleine Shaw says: “Healthy eating should be a way of life, not…

Join Slimming World in January 2017 and enjoy a special half-price membership offer, saving £5 – so you only pay £9.95 on week one. If you join before 21 January and sign up to 12 weeks you’ll receive FREE membership and get two weeks free (saving £19.90). Plus you get a new easy-start book of menus! To find your nearest group, call 0344 892 0487 or visit www.slimmingworld.co.uk/closer Standard membership fee is £10 and weekly group fee is £4.95. See website for details.…

Rather than making big and unmanageable resolutions, then feeling disappointed when you fall off the wagon, work out where you could do with making some tweaks and follow my simple advice to get there. Then enjoy a truly happy new year! WATCH YOUR WAISTLINE Measure your height, then measure your waist. Measure around your tummy button – and don’t cheat by breathing in! Your waist should be no more than half the length of your height. This is important because we know that tummy fat surrounds your organs and secretes hormones, which increases your risk of metabolic syndrome, insulin problems, blood pressure, cholesterol problems and heart disease. In studies, people with the biggest waistlines died 17 years earlier than average. If you need to lose weight, have a look at…

Often people think they need stacks of willpower to keep their New Year’s resolutions. The truth is that forming habits is a far better way to make changes that stick. You can’t rely on willpower when you’re stressed out or tired. Creating habits means you automatically do the right thing. It’s all about setting up a good routine. Here’s how you get to that place… FIVE TOP TIPS FOR A HAPPY NEW YOU • EXERCISE MORE It has to fit into your life, so do it at a time that works for you. If it’s in the morning, set your alarm 15 minutes early and have your kit laid out and ready. If it’s during the day, set a reminder on your computer to go for a 10-minute walk at…

This is the landmark 20th series of Silent Witness – how exciting. Although, it makes us feel very old… I proud that people still What other storylines can we look forward to? strong action-thriller SW or in any job I’ve You’ve been playing Dr Nikki Alexander for 12 years. Does it feel like the time has flown? genuinely feel like I’m new. I think it’s because we’re making five completely different shows every year and going into different worlds. Do you have a strong stomach? You definitely have to strike the right balance. We must not forget people are watching the show at 9pm and could be eating supper! I’m actually very squeamish. My little girl [Emilia is mum to Rose, six] keeps showing me her…

The devastating loss of Michelle Connor’s baby at 23 weeks comes eight years after Kym Marsh was heartbroken to lose son Archie, born 18 weeks early. The soap has worked closely with stillbirth and neonatal death charity SANDS and, in the coming weeks, we’ll see Steve and Michelle struggling to come to terms with the loss of their beloved son Ruairi (pronounced Rory). Kym Marsh says: “I thought long and hard before agreeing to take on the challenge of this storyline. It’s obviously a cause very close to my heart having lost my beautiful Archie at 21 weeks and 5 days. In the end, I felt it was an important story to tell in order to raise awareness of something that affects thousands of woman every year.”…

THE JANE AUSTEN BOOK CLUB ONE FOR AUSTEN FANS SUN 8 JAN, 6.55PM, FILM4 Six-time divorcee Bernadette has the brainwave of setting up a book club specifically to discuss the novels written by Jane Austen. She recruits members with varying issues, including Emily Blunt as prim, married high-school French teacher Prudie. After a few months, everyone finds themselves dealing with experiences that have parallels with the books they’re reading. Weird… THE HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY – PART 1 THIRD ONE OF THESE… SUN 8 JAN, 9PM, C4 So, she with the groovy name – Katniss Everdeen – has managed to survive two Hunger Games and is back in District 13 (nothing to do with that film where the poor chap turned into an alien). Filmed in Atlanta, Paris and Berlin, this…

IT’S YOUR BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK Your birthday chart suggests this is the year for you to learn the importance of good communication. Be assertive without being aggressive. Also, at work, you have a chance to expand and shine – just don’t allow work to take over your life! THIS WEEK’S CELEB STAR SIGN CAPRICORN 22 DEC-20 JAN You have powerful planet Pluto in your sign. You can allow it to consume you with rages, paranoia and jealousy. Or you can let it help you to “rebirth” yourself, as you get rid of the dead wood from your life, shed your past and move towards a future you actually want. For your spoken forecast, call 0906 7511 677* AQUARIUS 21 JAN-19 FEB What do you fear and where does that fear…

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