Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 880 i Closer

When Scarlett Moffatt and Vicky Pattison made dramatic shape-up DVDs, it was inevitable that interest in their weight would continue for a while. But nothing could have prepared them for the trolls who have relentlessly bullied them since, driving them to a dark place . Now though, both are on great form, putting it down to having met the right person (after kissing a few frogs!). Vicky says finding The One has made her swap her “toxic relationship” with diet and exercise for the realisation her body is “something that will create life” one day. And Scarlett reveals her policeman boyfriend tells her to think about whether things she’s stressed about will still matter in five years and, if not, to let them go. What great advice – he sounds…

Their infamous “war of the WAGS” is still causing ructions – and even celebrities such as Robbie Williams have weighed in on the drama. Earlier this month, he appeared to slam Coleen Rooney for accusing Rebekah Vardy’s account of leaking fake stories about her to the press – with Robbie warning that the backlash from the fallout could be “suicide-causing”. And Celebrity X Factor star and former footballer Vinnie Jones branded them an “embarrassment to their husbands.” And pals say that Coleen, 33 – who is notoriously private – is so fed up with all the ongoing drama since she posted her accusation on Instagram in October, that she is now hoping to initiate “peace talks” with Rebekah, 37 – who has insisted she was not the perpetrator. A source…

Dr Ross Perry, GP and Medical Director of CosmedicsUK, says, “With all weight loss scenarios, there’s no quick medical fix. It’s too early to tell the damage SkinnyJab has on the body as it’s only recently been approved, so we don’t know the long-term effects. It should only be taken as a short-term option. There are always side effects to medication. The danger is, the more you take the jabs the more resistant you become. They may not work very well and leave you in a worse state than when you started.” A spokesperson for SkinnyJab told Closer , “It is a prescription drug licenced for weight loss and an extremely effective kick-start to dieting. We always ensure patients have breaks and it is taken as a part of a…

CELEBS ARE ON STANDBY FOR £20K! Aside from the two latecomers, other celebrities are on standby in case anyone gets injured or ill – but get sent home once the voting starts, as then it doesn’t matter if someone leaves. They travel first class, stay in a hotel and get paid £20,000. Timmy Mallett did that for three years before he got in, but that’s rare as most don’t go in the show. And if you go on Extra Camp before you’ve done the jungle, you won’t go in the main show either, as you see how it works too well. THE GIRLS ARE BEING PATHETIC! Campmates Jacqueline Jossa, Kate Garraway and Nadine Coyle have been trying to avoid showering and stripping down to their bikinis. If this is because…

• Amid health fears, it’s advised to cut out red meat from your diet or reduce it dramatically. The NHS advise no more than 70g of red meat a day – which is three thinly cut slices. • Compassion in World Farming is dedicated to improving the welfare of pigs bred for their meat. Call on the UK’s agricultural ministers to set higher standards by visiting ciwf.org.uk/ our-campaigns/end-the-cage-age. • Check the pork you’re buying has an organic, free-range or RSPCA assured label, or ask where the meat has been sourced from. • To find out which stores use high welfare pork and for more info, visit farmsnotfactories.org/directory.…

❛HER PARENTS HAD TO COPE WITH THE PAIN OF LOSING THEIR DAUGHTER AS WELL AS THE MOST PRIVATE DETAILS OF HER LIFE MADE PUBLIC❜ Grace Millane’s family sobbed outside court last week, after the 27-year-old man who chillingly murdered their daughter was finally found guilty. The 22-year-old, who was backpacking in New Zealand on her gap year, had met up with Jesse Kempson after chatting to him on Tinder. On the night of 1 December last year – the eve of Grace’s 22nd birthday – the pair went for drinks, before heading back to his apartment. It was there that Kempson strangled Grace during sex. He then watched porn and went on another date, before stuffing her body into a suitcase and dumping it in a forest. The case shocked…

His double act with actor Jeremy Edwards may not have landed him a slot competing on the live shows of The X Factor: Celebrity – but that hasn’t stopped Brendan Cole being a regular fixture backstage on the show. And as all eyes are on the reported new romance between judge Nicole Scherzinger, 41, and Try Star contestant Thom Evans, 34, Brendan, who was with them both in LA for the audition stage, spotted their sizzling chemistry early on. ROMANCE & BABIES In an exclusive chat with Closer at the rehearsals for his forthcoming stage show Show Man, Brendan, 43, says, “It’s great to see the show has spawned a romance. I did notice Nicole and Thom had chemistry. They are two beautiful people, so why not? If they are…

They’ve delighted fans with their sweet friendship since meeting on Celebrity Big Brother in 2014 – even hanging out with their newborn daughters, who arrived just days apart – so it comes as no surprise when Luisa Zissman rushes to praise her best pal, fellow reality star Sam Faiers. Luisa, 32 – who has Dixie, nine, with her first husband, entrepreneur Oliver Zissman, as well as Indigo, three, and two-year-old Clemmie with second husband Andrew Collins – says, “Sam is pretty famous, but she’s just a normal girl and so much fun. We have a really unique friendship – we pretty much have fun whatever we’re doing. Our kids are best friends too, and we all have such a laugh together. “I really value my friendships. I don’t have a…

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HAPPY HOUR BEAT THE CROWDS AND ENTERTAIN AT HOME WITH THESE CHIC BAR ACCESSORIES SPEND OR SAVE SPOTLIGHT ON: VOGUE & SPENCER’S CHRISTMAS DINING • Vogue Williams and Spencer Matthews have teamed up with Wayfair to create a beautiful Xmas dinner setting. Vogue reveals, “With seasonal décor, I shy away from anything too classic, so the contemporary blue, mint and gold tones suit my style perfectly.” Go to Wayfair.co.uk.…

SOCIAL MEDIA... “I think it’s destroyed young people’s ability to be truly happy. People will always think someone has a better life or a better body than they do. It should be a place for inspiration and motivation but, instead, it’s being used to make people feel bad.” WILD NIGHTS OUT... “I’m always going to be someone who enjoys a drink, but my attitude has changed. I don’t like myself when I drink too much – I doubt anyone really does. My nights out have changed – but that’s been a natural progression. I now love nothing more than having a couple of glasses of wine and cooking with Ercan!”…

How much do you spend per week? Around £75, for my daughter Tanisha, 25, and myself. If I’m working, I’ll order my staples online, though I go to the supermarket to choose my fruit and veg myself to make sure they’re fresh. I buy organic as much as I can. Describe your daily diet… After I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2016, I adjusted my diet to get all the nutrients my body needs [Brenda had a mastectomy and a reconstruction]. I cut out sugar and I don’t have as many carbs. For breakfast, I like avocado, scrambled egg and smoked salmon. If I’m at home for lunch, I might cook some fish fingers, but if I’m out at rehearsals, I love a Wagamama chilli squid, teriyaki salmon and…

RELATIONSHIPS AN OPEN ARRANGEMENT WON’T FIX YOUR ISSUES Apparently many of us fancy the idea of opening up our relationship, but Emma warns it could be more trouble than it’s worth What worries me about people seeking out “looser” relationships is what it reveals about the public’s perception of monogamy. Great partnerships go through challenges, including times when you will feel less attracted and less committed to each other. When you are monogamous, you need to confront these concerns to survive the blip, but if you have an open arrangement, instead of working through your problems and growing as a couple, you simply fulfil your needs elsewhere. The main reason people have “open” relationships is a belief that it sustains a more interesting sex life. That may be true, but…

Tristan Gemmill, 52, plays chef Robert Preston, who’s in a sticky situation… How long did Robert think he could get away with it? What he’s doing is crazy. I don’t think he thinks about getting away with it, he just didn’t think about the future. He knows Vicky’s baby is due to be born – and Michelle was going to find out… Is he excited for the wedding? He and Vicky are finished. Michelle walks down the aisle looking beautiful, and for him, it’s all working out brilliantly!…

Comic Michael McIntyre, 43, is back with his brilliant Big Show – making many a celebrity break out in a sweat at the prospect of handing over their mobile phone … What can you tell us about the new series? Unexpected Star of the Show and Send to All are back, with tremendously embarrassing texts for celebrities. The Midnight Gameshow also returns and I wake up some very familiar faces, including the whole of Westlife – one at a time, I might add, not all at once. They were on tour and staying on the same floor of a hotel. I also went to Judge Rinder’s home and woke him from a very deep sleep. It’s all very hilarious! Who’s playing Send to All? Among the brave celebrities handing me…

THIS WEEK’S CELEB STAR SIGN SAGITTARIUS 22 NOV-21 DEC The New Moon this week is in your sign, so if you want to live consciously and intentionally, now’s the time to draw a line under what has gone before. This is your restart time – don’t wait for the New Year! PS Obsessed with astrology? Follow the Moon (for free!) at moonmessages.com/ moonlite CAPRICORN 22 DEC-19 JAN You’re a pragmatic and practical sign, yet the New Moon is triggering the side of you that’s deep and mysterious. Expect to feel a little more connected to the cosmos now, if you take the time to meditate and contemplate. Mysteries could yet be answered! PS Obsessed with astrology? Follow the Moon (for free!) at moonmessages.com/moonlite AQUARIUS 20 JAN-18 FEB If you believe…

They celebrated their four-year anniversary earlier this year – but Mark Wright and Michelle Keegan are still seemingly unable to escape the shadow of his ex-fiancée Lauren Goodger, who has repeatedly spoken publicly about him since their split in 2011. Rather than fading into the background, Lauren, 33, is apparently intent on ensuring she’s still on their radar – by recently moving into a new £1 million home, reportedly near to a luxury block of apartments in Chigwell, Essex, that are owned and have been renovated by Mark. ‘SHE FEELS LAUREN ONLY DOES THESE THINGS TO TRY TO UPSET THEM’ Although Mark and Michelle, both 32, don’t live in the block, his sister Jess, 34, does. Mark’s best mate James “Arg” Argent has also bought a house close by. Closer…

Despite their bitter split in May last year, when she claimed he’d had sex with their children’s nanny in their home – following his confession he’d also bedded her two former pals Jane Pountney and Chrissy Thomas – Jordan and Kieran Hayler have stayed on amicable terms, with her even stating they “have always got on well.” But that all seemed to change last week when Kieran moved out of his nan’s house, where he’s been living since their split, and in to a new country cottage he’s bought with his girlfriend of one year, Michelle Pentecost. In July, mum-of-two Michelle was awarded a five-year restraining order against Jordan, 41– real name Katie Price – after the former glamour girl admitted subjecting her to a tirade of abuse, including shouting…

They’ve been the focus of negative headlines over the past year, but the drama around “royal rebels” Prince Harry and Meghan was last week overshadowed by Harry’s uncle, whose “car crash” interview has rocked the Royal Family. During his tense 60-minute grilling by the BBC’s Emily Maitlis, Prince Andrew admitted to staying at the home of his friend, convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein, following the billionaire’s release from prison on sex trafficking charges in 2011. The Prince has repeatedly denied having sex with Virginia Roberts, who claims she slept with him in London when she was 17. After his interview, he was slammed for failing to express sympathy for Epstein’s victims, allegedly leading to an unprecedented move by the Queen to effectively “sack” her son by stripping him of royal duties.…

Mary Frankland, director of Dean Farm Trust, an animal sanctuary in South Wales, rescued two-year-old Mangalica Boar Billy in February 2017. Mary says, “We found Billy on a dilapidated farm. The farm was labelled as free-range and organic, but it was very run down. Billy was born blind and had stunted growth, so his farmer left him in a filthy shed. In their natural habitat, pigs are very clean and keep their faeces far away from their living area. “But Billy was forced to live up to his belly in his own waste, which caused lesions and severe damage to his feet. If he hadn’t been rescued when he was, he would have gone to slaughter. Now he enjoys having his back rubbed and foraging in the mud for snacks.”…

MARJORIE MARKS-STUTTLE, 71, understands the pain Grace’s parents are going through. Her daughter Caroline was just 19 when she was murdered in 2002, while travelling in Australia. Her killer, Ian Previte, pushed her off a bridge and was sentenced to 15 years in prison. Marjorie tells Closer , “My heart goes out to Grace’s parents. I remember feeling the same pain after Caroline was taken from us in such a cruel way. As a parent, you can never let go of the death of your child. The hurt grips you forever. We set up Caroline’s Rainbow Foundation – which provides travel advice – to help us grieve. But the pain for us has recently come flooding back as Caroline’s killer is due to be released at any time. The Millanes…

She was reduced to tears last month, breaking down in an emotional Instagram video after a vicious troll wrote her a letter calling her “atrocious” and “fat”. But Scarlett Moffatt reveals that her boyfriend, policeman Scott Dobinson – who she has now been dating for 18 months – has helped her to put things into perspective. Scarlett, 29, says, “I show [Scott] the negative comments and he’ll say, ‘Look at all the nice comments.’ And if I’m having a bad day, he’ll go, ‘Yeah, I had to deal with this murder today.’ On the grand scale of things, it’s not that bad. “He has a little motto, which is, ‘Will this matter in five years’ time? If not, why are you worrying?’ I use that in everyday life a lot…

The last time Closer spoke to Barrie Drewitt-Barlow, he and husband Tony were happily married and had just celebrated their older twins’ 16th birthday with a lavish party in Essex. The couple, who made headlines in 1999 when they became the first known same-sex parents in the UK, had even confessed that they’d like to expand their family – a sibling for twins Saffron and Aspen, now 19, Orlando, 16, and twins Jasper and Dallas, nine. But after 32 years together, Barrie and Tony have announced their shock split – and Barrie is moving on with toyboy Scott Hutchinson, 25, his teenage daughter’s ex-boyfriend. Incredibly, though, both Saffron and Tony, 55, have given the couple their blessing, and the three men live together as “Dad”, “Daddy” and “Step-Dad” to the…

He’s just been named the most successful solo male artist ever, and spends much of his time travelling the world on tour, or socialising in lavish locations with the likes of the Beckhams and Prince Harry and Meghan. But Elton John reveals that, despite allowing them to enjoy the glitz and the glamour, he and husband David Furnish, 57, are determined to keep their sons Zachary, eight, and Elijah, six – whose godmother is Lady Gaga – as humble as possible. DOWN TO EARTH Elton, 72, says, “My boys are pampered and have an affluent lifestyle, but they are very down-to-earth. They have a fantastic life, but they earn their money. They get pocket money by doing chores around the house and stuff in the garden. When they get a…

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GO VEGAN YOU DON’T NEED MEAT TO MAKE A MEAL OF IT... THAI GREEN CURRY SERVES 3-4 • 2 tbsp coconut or sesame oil • 1 red onion, sliced • 2 garlic cloves, crushed • 2–3 tbsp vegan green curry paste • 1 large head broccoli, trimmed and chopped • Juice 1/2 lime • 2 pak choi, roughly chopped • 400g can coconut milk • Cooked basmati rice, to serve • Handful fresh coriander chopped, to garnish • Handful cashews, to garnish STEP 1 Heat the oil in a large saucepan or wok over a medium heat. Add the onion and fry for 5 mins until beginning to soften. STEP 2 Stir in the garlic and 2 tbsp of the curry paste (you can add more later to taste). Cook…

There have been stories recently about a lack of HRT (hormone replacement therapy), contraceptive pills and antidepressants. However, this is nothing new – and not something to worry about. Supply chain issues, which can make a medicine hard to obtain for a short while, are common and have always happened. DON’T JUST GIVE UP Medicine standards are high, so if the manufacturers are not happy with the batch, they won’t release it. There have been problems with HRT this year, but HRT isn’t just one product –there are plenty of different types. You may worry there’s nothing available, but it’s certain brands that may have low quantities. If the pharmacist tells you they don’t have what you’ve been prescribed, your GP can give you an alternative prescription. Most of the…

After making the stationery and embroidering monogrammed napkins for her own wedding in 2008, Heidi Lawton, 45, was inspired to transform her hobby into a business. She had always loved sewing and embroidery and had worked as a pattern cutter for Marks & Spencer, so started selling to family and friends on Facebook. “It was a hobby in my spare time, alongside my full-time job as a sales manager,” Heidi says. She already had a sewing and an embroidery machine, so she used any profit to buy materials. Heidi gave birth to her first child in 2012, and at the end of her maternity leave, she worried about returning to a job that involved nights away. After careful consideration, she handed in her notice to focus on her businesses, which…

1 THE X FACTOR: CELEBRITY FINAL RECORDING CONTRACT UP FOR GRABS SAT 30 NOV, 7.10PM, ITV Simon Cowell has said it would be “crazy not to do a second series” of this, so there’s no need to mourn the end of this ACE celeb version of The X Factor after tonight. The remaining famous faces take to the stage one last time, and they are SO close to a life of (further) fame and fortune, with the winner landing a deal with Syco (Simon’s record company) and the chance to be a proper, official popstar. We’re sad it won’t be Martin Bashir, but one lucky person is going to win big! 2 STRICTLY COME DANCING CELEBRATING MUSICALS SAT 30/SUN 1 DEC, 7.10PM/7.20PM, BBC1 Jazz hands at the ready, as Strictly…

MUST READ The Room Mates (RACHEL SARGEANT) University is supposed to be the best time of your life, but Imo’s first week is quickly going from bad to worse. A stalker is watching her flat, following her every move, and Imo suspects that her new roommates are hiding dark secrets. When one of them suddenly disappears, the trauma of Imo’s recent past comes hurtling back to haunt her. And she begins to realise just how little she knows about the people she lives with… Gripping. We loved this book, which is full of twists and turns. BEST DAY OUT Stranger Things Secret Cinema Those geniuses behind the excellent Secret Cinema experience have announced their latest offering – and boy are we excited! The world of Netflix original series Stranger Things…

AMBER DAVIES Come back to us when you’re 50, Amber – we guarantee you’ll still be doing it. LOUISE THOMPSON Considering Jack the Ripper and Osama Bin Laden were said to be left-handed, we’re not completely with you on this, Lou. INSPIGRAM CALUM BEST Nice sentiment, Calum. But we’ll live by our mantra of “Half-awake, stressed and ungrateful.”…

After posting a picture of herself with a dramatic new pout and a seemingly slimmed-down nose, Michelle Keegan sparked backlash from fans, who compared her to her nemesis Lauren Goodger. Some followers were quick to point out a resemblance to Lauren – who is notorious for going overboard with lip fillers – with fans calling them “ridiculous” and begging her to have them taken out. One said, “Both she and Lauren G are so set on drastically altering their appearance, where will it end…? What will be considered ‘enough’?”, while another asked, “Is she trying to compete with Lauren Goodger for the most plastic face?” A source says, “Obviously comparisons to Lauren will be hurtful to Michelle, as well as comments saying she looks ‘plastic’. She insists her ‘new’ look…

She was rushed to hospital last month with a mystery illness, leaving her in pain and worrying her family. But just weeks after returning home, Kerry Katona has been promoting weight-loss alternative SkinnyJab injections – and now those close to her are concerned her obsession with extreme dieting is dangerous and could do longterm damage to her health. The mum of five – who at 5ft 2in has fluctuated between a dress size 6 and 14 over the years – turns 40 next September, and has told close pals she is determined to be in the best-ever shape when she reaches the milestone birthday. Posing in a figure-hugging tracksuit on Instagram recently, she revealed she’d already lost a stone in four weeks, but there are fears her quick-fix yo-yo dieting…

She’s got three marriages under her belt, but former Gladiator star Ace – real name Warren Fuller – could have upped it to four. The 47 year old was engaged to Jordan for two years, presenting her with a £3,500 diamond ring before they split in 1999. Last week, he spoke out about their romance for the first time, saying, “We were very similar people, we grew up with similar backgrounds, we both took our clothes off for a living. We were both deriving our identities from being relevant in the media. We were both selling stories.” Warren – who is a born-again Christian – also urged his ex to find God to heal after a turbulent year of drug abuse claims and near-bankruptcy. He said, “I feel God is…

Every year, the bacon industry is worth a huge £900 million in the UK, with 11 million pigs slaughtered annually to satisfy British shoppers’ craving for the salt-cured meat. Yet, despite being a nation of animal lovers, most people aren’t aware of the horrific conditions the majority of them are kept in. Most pigs bred for meat are kept in warehouses with little to no natural light. Up to 40 animals are crammed into enclosures with such limited space, they are often unable to lie down to sleep on the concrete floor. Shockingly, an estimated 93 per cent of pigs bred in the UK are factory farmed in this way, and although most shoppers consider pig welfare important, many farmers are seemingly unwilling to make the animals’ wellbeing a priority.…

❛SHE THINKS HE’S GOING TO POP THE QUESTION, SO SHE IS ON A HIGH❜ They’re the most unstable couple in showbiz, and recently reunited after yet another drama-fuelled split, but Gemma Collins and James “Arg” Argent insist they’re back on for good this time after telling Closer they had a “lovely” break in Dubai together. Pals reveal the pair have already started planning their dream wedding for next spring and are using it as a motivation to lose weight. COMMITMENT A source says, “Gemma was unsure about taking Arg back yet again, and she told him that if they did get back together they’d go all the way. He promised her he will commit properly and he will do it now if that’s what it takes to hold on to…

CONCERN FOR CHARLOTTE AFTER RELATIONSHIP ENDS It was only three weeks ago that Charlotte Crosby proudly told Closer she had bought a house with boyfriend Joshua Ritchie after almost two years of dating, and was “feeling broody” as she awaited his marriage proposal. But last week the former Geordie Shore star shocked fans when she announced they’d split, posting, “Sadly the relationship seems to have broken down. Hoping we can remain civil and [I] wish him the best for the future.” Despite initially putting on a brave front, Charlotte, 29, sparked concern when she shared videos of her breaking down and sobbing days after they parted ways, which had fans fearing for her wellbeing. One commented, “I’m gutted Charlotte Crosby and Josh Ritchie split up. They were my favourite celeb…

Scarlett was crowned Queen of the Jungle in 2016 and hosted the Extra Camp spin-off the following two years. Now she’s lending her support to EastEnders’ Jacqueline Jossa to win this year’s series. She says, “I love Jacqueline. She is so genuine and down-to-earth, which are qualities you need in the jungle. She has young children and is a great mum. I like the fact that she said the jungle is the first thing she’s ever done for herself. Now is the time for her to shine, being away from home. “My advice to her would be to be kind to herself and to look out for others. I think we will see her confidence absolutely skyrocket, and if she can take that confidence from the jungle with her, then…

DANIELLE: ‘I’m a little bit overwhelmed’ After announcing earlier this month that she’s having a baby with childhood sweetheart Tom, Danielle Armstrong kept the surprises coming with a lavish gender reveal party. The star – who in September said she’d found love with her “best friend of 22 years” – last week confirmed the pair will have a girl after throwing a pink-themed bash, celebrating alongside pals and former TOWIE co-stars Ferne McCann and Jess Wright. She’s thought to be due to give birth in May. Danielle, 31, split from her boyfriend of two and a half years, Daniel Spiller, in June, before getting together with Tom, whose full name she hasn’t publicly revealed. Sharing a photo of them with the ultrasound scan, she wrote, “The best part of us…

FREDDIE MERCURY  “I’ve never met anyone like Freddie. He was one of the funniest people I’ve ever met. We used to just sit there and dish the dirt! We’d do drugs, dish the dirt, and just laugh and laugh and laugh.” ROD STEWART  “We’ve got a lot in common. We both love football and collecting art. But the thing we really share is our sense of humour! For a man with a well-documented obsession with leggy blondes, Rod’s got a surprisingly camp sense of humour.” LADY GAGA “When we met, we were very different people. She was a young woman from New York, barely into her twenties – but as soon as we met, it was obvious we were cut from exactly the same cloth. I love her so much.”…

CATWALK CELEB HIGH STREET GLITZY PARTY This tie-waist blazer will flatter in all the right places without feeling too restrictive, making it the perfect option for Christmas parties and festive dinners alike. A sequin suit will ensure you dazzle on the dance floor. Wear pieces together for maximum impact, or for a more casual look, team the trousers with a white tee or the blazer with jeans. FESTIVE BRUNCH A pair of pearl earrings will give your look an opulent finish. Get more mileage out of your favourite party dress by layering it with a casual knit. A berry lip adds subtle glam. For an off-duty spin, add a pair of sporty trainers. This retro-style pair will prevent ensembles from looking too dressy. GIRLS NIGHT OUT Not a fan of…

‘I look at my body as something that will create life one day’ She’s been open about suffering from body insecurities, admitting in May that she was “nervous” she wouldn’t “look as good as everyone else” on the red carpet at the TV BAFTAs. But as her nine-month relationship with former TOWIE star Ercan Ramadan heats up, Vicky Pattison tells Closer that finding love again has transformed her outlook on life, and she credits him with helping her regain her mojo. “It’s been a really transitional year for me and I’ve learned so much about myself,” says Vicky. “I’m now far more accepting of my body. I used to be obsessed with how much I weighed and what I ate, and it made me miserable. I’ve learned to love my…

INSIDE BRENDA’S FRIDGE • Cheddar cheese • Brie • Port Salut cheese • Butter • 85% dark chocolate • Avocado • Smoked salmon • Broccoli • Chicken fillets • Onion • Rocket • Mixed peppers • Spinach • Spring Onions • Tomatoes • Apples • Carrots • Pepper sauce • Oat milk VERDICT NUTRITIONIST JULIETTE KELLOW SAYS, “Health issues often motivate people to make diet changes. Brenda’s food looks well balanced and nutritious. Reducing sugar can help with weight control (being overweight increases the risk of breast cancer post-menopause). Lots of fish in her diet is great – twice a week is ideal, with one portion being oily fish like salmon.” FRIDGE HEALTH RATING 8/10 TAKEAWAY TREAT CHINESE Ginger or oyster chicken, beansprouts, broccoli, and maybe some egg-fried rice. NAUGHTY…

Tend to eat your treats late at night? You might want to change that habit. When 112 women, with an average age of 33, filled out food diaries for a year, recording what, how much, and when they ate, those who had a higher proportion of their daily calories after 6pm had less healthy hearts. They were more likely to have higher blood pressure, a higher BMI and to have poorer long-term control of blood sugar. Other research has shown late night munching is bad for your attention span, too. Food for thought!…

£110 on suit shoes from Debenhams. I’m obsessed with shoes and buy lots of pairs. £50 on a shirt when I was shopping at The White Rose Centre in Leeds. £20 for an Indian takeaway. I love vegetable biryani, fish tikka masala and onion bhajis. £435 on a first-class train ticket from Wakefield to London. I wasn’t organised to buy it in advance and it cost an arm and a leg. £200 for a hotel room in London when I attended an awards bash there. • Chris Kamara’s new album Here’s To Christmas is out 15 November…

What is the programme about? We meet two families who are big online spenders, with the aim of showing them how they can save £1,000 online over the course of a year. It might be that they could dramatically cut the cost of a holiday, or save on household bills or clothes. There are tips for everyone! Tell us more about the holidays savings? If you’re a family or a group, we prove it’s actually better cost-wise if you book your travel individually. I speak to an airline expert, who explains the pricing structure of the seats. There are a limited amount of low-cost tickets available on every flight – but booking as a group doesn’t always work out as being the best deal. There’s advice on energy suppliers as…