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Stacey Solomon has shared the emotional reason that her and husband Joe Swash have made a key decision over their youngest child, one-year-old Belle

Stacey Solomon confessed to her fans that she’s feeling emotional as she detailed the bittersweet milestones her children are reaching. In an intimate reveal, the Loose Women panelist spoke about the big steps being taken by both her oldest and youngest children in the same breath.

Sharing her heartache on Instagram alongside a six million-strong following, Stacey was visibly moved as she discussed these family changes. On Monday, the 35-year-old TV personality posted a touching photo of her with her son Zachary on her Instagram Story after picking him up from college.

Pouring her heart out, Stacey penned: “Zachary time. Picked up Zach from college and we are learning to drive. Honestly, where does the time go?”

‘How it’s going…’ the sister join each other at nursery as the youngest grows up ( 
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‘How it started…’ Stacey shared a photo of Rose with younger sister Belle after she was born in 2023 ( 
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It wasn’t just Zachary’s transition that tugged at the star’s heartstrings; her youngest child is also embarking on a new journey.

Stacey revealed: “My eldest is learning to drive and my youngest is off to nursery tomorrow. My heart can’t cope,” coupled with a crying face emoji.

The cherished mum-of-five regularly shares updates about family life with her adoring followers. With cameras now set to capture more of her and hubby Joe Swash’s private moments, viewers can expect to see an even deeper side to the couple’s family dynamics.

Despite the looming camera crews, for now, Stacey remains dedicated to using her Instagram platform to maintain a close bond with her fans, candidly expressing the trials and triumphs of parenthood, reports the Manchester Evening News.

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Stacey and Joe Swash have been together for more than a decade ( 
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Getty Images)Stacey shared a touching Instagram post on Tuesday, featuring a video that begins with an adorable throwback clip of her daughter Rose as a newborn with her sibling, captioned: “How it started…”

The footage then cuts to a cheerful Rose, excited for her sister Belle to join her at nursery, with Stacey commenting: “How it’s going”. The mum-of-five opened up to her followers, saying: “Belle’s first day at nursery [sunshine emoji and crying face emoji]. I am not ok [crying face emoji]. Belle ran into nursery and didn’t look back. She had the best day, she didn’t mention us once [crying laughing emoji]. I’m convinced that Belle is so confident and content because she knows she has the best friend in the world by her side, always looking out for her and always there when she needs her.”

She continued: “Sisters are so special. And Rose you are the most incredible big sister Belle could have wished for. From the moment she was born. Happy first day at nursery Belle, the world is yours.”

Additionally, Stacey explained why Belle, who just turned two last week, started nursery, posting on her Instagram Story: “Honestly where does the time go? Our last baby at nursery [crying face emoji]. I genuinely would keep Belle at home for longer if she didn’t cry every time Rose goes in and she doesn’t [crying laughing emoji and face holding back tears emoji].”

Fans were quick to shower Stacey Solomon with love and nostalgia as they reacted to her post. @lifeofkayleyx gushed: “Can’t believe how quickly all of them are growing. Supported you since x factor and have always looked up to you! You’re the most amazing mother to all the pickles – also how is zach 17 next month? ? ? ” Meanwhile, @essexcrafts94 shared: “Oh belle.I hope you had the best first day at nursery.”

@homeatsageclose chimed in: “This is absolutely precious! ! How small they were. I hope Belle had the best first day.”

And @acorn_barn_conversion expressed: “Aww, this is lovely Stacey, time really is so precious.”

Meghan Markle clutched Prince Harry’s arm and grabbed his face for a public kiss at an event at the Invictus Games, a oment some lauded as tender and affectionate

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s public display of affection during the Invictus Games has been branded “miscalculated and nauseating”.

The Duchess of Sussex, 43, was snapped clutching the royal’s arm and grabbing his face at one event during the Games in and near Vancouver, Canada. Yet, hours later Meghan left Harry to it and departed the country in a private jet for their Californian home.

The loved-up display was praised by fans as being affectionate and romantic – days before Valentine’s Day – but it has also led to some to wonder why Meghan’s trip was seemingly cut short. These may have included journalist Amanda Platell who, writing before the Duchess of Sussex left, launched scathing criticism at the PDA.

The former press secretary to William Hague, the then leader of the British Conservative Party, wrote: “We had a fawning Meghan making doe eyes while looking up at him, clutching his arm and grabbing his face for a very public kiss. No photo-op went unmissed.

“Megs was determined that she and their love affair would take centre-stage, whatever we thought about the heroic men and woman this event was actually celebrating. In all my many years as a journalist and former political spin doctor, I cannot recall a more miscalculated and nauseating public display of affection.”

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In her take, published by the Daily Mail, the reporter also claims the PDA was not welcomed by the wounded soldiers and their families at the Games. Ms Platell added: “Another source emphasised that veterans rejected the couple’s stance, stating: ‘Unlike them, veterans and their families do not see themselves as victims.’

“The volunteer added that they were ‘overshadowing the veterans who should be at the centre of it all. This event should be about the veterans, not a royal spectacle…there is a growing frustration over how Harry and Meghan have dominated the narrative.’.. How appalling it is that Harry seems to have to hijacked the ceremony in this way.”

Yet Meghan had always been planned she would leave the event early, it is understood. The Games have come after a tough time for the Sussexes, who were branded ‘disaster tourists’ in the wake of visiting victims of California wildfires. They were also the subject of a scathing Vanity Fair article about what it is really like to work for them.

And according to PR expert Edward Coram James, the CEO of Go Up, Meghan should have rethought going to the Invictus Games altogether. He told the Mirror : “Meghan should leave the Invictus Games to Harry. It’s his project, and he’s more than capable of drumming up support and publicity for this incredible cause. Their joint brand has become tainted over the years — not through any fault of their own, but due to woeful PR.”

Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, raced Hamish Greenstreet down the slopes in Whistler, near Vancouver in Canada, where the Invictus Games is taking place this week

Poignant footage captures Prince Harry challenge a 10-year-old boy to a tubing contest at the Invictus Games.

The royal, 40, raced schoolboy Hamish Greenstreet down the slopes in Whistler before celebrating with a triumphant “yes!” at the finish line. Hamish, whose dad is competing in the Games for Team Australia, met the Prince and Meghan alongside his mum Angela and brother Taj at a friends and family event in Whistler on Tuesday morning.

He admitted he had been “a bit nervous” to race Harry, but described the experience as “really fun” and “exciting”. When asked if he had ever met a prince before, he exclaimed: “Hell no!”.

Hamish had earlier urged Meghan: “Go down the thrill lane!”. But the mum-of-two made clear she was too scared and responded: “No way!”. The duchess later completed a ride on the slower lane, before putting her hands on her head and exclaiming: I mean! You guys! Well, we did it!”.

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Speaking about her husband Harry, she added: “Meanwhile he’s racing on the thrill lane with a ten-year-old!”. Meghan, 43, had earlier squealed as she set off own the snow-covered ramp, admitting: “No, no I really don’t want to do this.”

It comes after it was revealed that the Duchess won’t be joining Harry at the rest of the Games – instead travelling back to Montecito to see her children Prince Archie, five, and Princess Lilibet, three.

Speaking to Hamish’s brother Taj, the duchess asked: “Did you go down the thrill lane?” “No, I went down the chill one,”. Their mother, Angela Greenstreet, became tearful when asked what Invictus has meant to their family.

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The royal is pictured high-fiving Hamish in Whistler following the race
Speaking to royal writer Elizabeth Holmes, who was given special access to the event, she said: “It’s been a lot of therapy for my husband, just getting into sport and doing things and realizing it’s OK to not be OK. I’m very grateful to Prince Harry for speaking out about mental health. He’s not a normal guy. Prince Harry’s the prince.

“But he suffers just like everybody else, so it’s truly amazing that everybody suffers, no matter where you come from. Everybody is touched by the military. We’re very grateful he’s spoken out and made Invictus what it is.”

Meghan and Harry were filmed walking hand-in-hand to the start of the tube run before she left Whistler shortly afterwards in order to return to California to care for their children Archie, five, and Lilibet, three.

She landed back in California on a private jet on Tuesday afternoon local-time after spending five days at the multi-sport competition after arriving in Vancouver alongside Harry, 40, on Friday.

Donald Trump described Meghan Markle as “terrible” this week but the world leader confirmed he would not seek to deport Harry amid an ongoing legal battle over his immigration status

Donald Trump’s decision not kick Prince Harry and Meghan Markle out of the US was influenced by King Charles, an expert has claimed.

The President confirmed last week he would not seek to deport the Duke amid an ongoing legal battle over his immigration status, despite having previously suggested he might do so. In a scathing dig, Mr Trump said Harry, 40, ” has enough problems with his wife,” branding Meghan “terrible”.

But Mr Trump has made the U-turn not to deport the Duke of Sussex because of his “warm relationship” with King Charles, it is believed. The President, 78, reportedly understands the move would cause the Royal family significant distress. A source said: “Having him back in the UK is actually harder than having him kept away in the USA.”

Mr Trump and our monarch struck up a unlikely bond during Mr Trump’s first term, during which he travelled to the UK on a state visit in 2019. King Charles is reportedly in regular communication with the US President and the monarch is known to write many letters to America, including a message of support after Mr Trump survived an assassination attempt in September last year.

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When father-of-two King Charles revealed his shock cancer diagnosis at the start of last year, Mr Trump said he was sending prayers for a speedy recovery to someone he “got to know well.”

The two men have previously met twice and got on surprisingly well given their differing views on a number of world issues, including climate change.

And The Sun reports royal experts understand Mr Trump does not want to jeopardise this friendship so reached a decision to allow Harry to remain the US. However, in the past, Mr Trump has called Prince Harry “whipped” and said he “betrayed the Queen” with his tell-all memoir and Netflix show.

The Duke of Sussex’s right to live in the US is the focus of a court case over whether or not he lied about taking cocaine, marijuana and hallucinogens on his visa application.

Loose Women’s Denise Welch has opened up about her recent health setback, revealing that she was rushed to hospital after returning from an idyllic holiday with a nasty infection

Loose Women’s Denise Welch has revealed that she was rushed to hospital after returning from holiday for a horrible infection that left her on ‘a drip for a week’.

The TV star opened up about her health setback on Tuesday’s Loose Women, revealing that after returning for holiday, she was rushed to hospital for acute peritonitis. The condition is an infection of the inner lining of your abdominal.

Denise returned to Loose Women today and opened up about her battle with depression before revealing that she ended up in hospital after flying back from a holiday in the Caribbean.

Speaking to her fellow Loose Women stars, Denise said: “I got back from a lovely holiday in the Caribbean last Saturday. All bronzed looking forward to coming on here and showing off my suntan. I got rushed into hospital on the Saturday with acute peritonitis – a perforated diverticulitis

Denise opened up about her health setback upon returning to Loose Women

“I’ve been in hospital for a drip for a week! They didn’t have to do surgery, they got it with antibiotics thankfully. As my mother said, ‘Take me to the knacker’s yard!’”

She added that she’s recovering but still feeling the effects. She said: “I’m eating and believe you me, what’s going on down there, I’m a Loose Women – believe you me!”

Denise had been previously speaking about her mental health, sharing that she “collapsed” before doing a pantomime performance in December. The former soap star pulled out of playing Captain Hook in the 2024 Peter Pan pantomime at Nottingham Theatre Royal due to ill health.

Denise recently opened up about her relationship with husband Lincoln Townley as the couple took part on Celebrity Hunted. “We do have a good laugh,” admitted Denise. “The thing with us is that we take our business very seriously, but we don’t take ourselves seriously.

“There’s a balance there, which really works because we have a good laugh. We find humour in so many things together. I always thought there wouldn’t be one person that I fancy and be able to laugh with like I laugh with my girlfriends or my gay best friends. But I managed to find that in Lincoln.

“I think laughter is very much a part of the success of our marriage and the very fact that I didn’t want to do Celebrity Hunted with anybody but my husband says it all.”

Escape to the Country star Steve Brown had a heartwarming announcement to share with viewers in the latest instalment of the BBC property series

In the latest episode of BBC’s heartwarming property show Escape to the Country, host Steve Brown had some delightful news for viewers.

The episode began with the introduction of Georgina and Bryan, a newlywed couple eager to leave behind the hustle and bustle of London for their dream home in the peaceful Kent countryside.

With a budget of £1.35 million, they were searching for a large detached house with four bedrooms and at least two acres of space for their dogs to roam freely. A guest annexe was also on their wishlist for family visits, along with a maximum one-hour commute to the capital. For presenter Steve Brown, this particular house hunt was personal as he is originally from Kent.

Keen to take on the challenge, Steve revealed his deep connection with the area, having been born and raised in Kent. While driving through the scenic country lanes on his way to meet Georgina and Bryan, Steve couldn’t resist expressing his appreciation, saying: “Look, I know how lucky I am.”

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“Travelling up and down the country, helping people find their dream home on Escape. But there’s nothing like helping a couple move to my county of Kent. It does put a little bit more pressure on me to deliver. But I’ve got faith in Kent, and it’s a great place to raise a family, too. Well, I hope so, because very soon I’m going to become a father for the first time,” he added.

During their catch-up, Steve wasted no time in reiterating his love for Kent before findin`g out exactly what drew the couple to his cherished stomping ground. Bryan got into the details of their quest for the dream dwelling, highlighting that it couldn’t be too remote from London given their professional ties. He shared: “We have to commute in occasionally for work. But, we really just wanted open countryside and beautiful views.”

Georgina, brimming with enthusiasm, chimed in about the appeal of Kent’s seaside allure, saying: “Kent just had everything we wanted.” The duo also envisioned a future for possible offspring away from the high-energy pace of London life.

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Their expedition for the ideal home took them to several resplendent estates within their £1.35 million range. Still, it was the charm of the second location they explored that particularly resonated with them, leading to plans for a subsequent visit by the programme’s conclusion.

However, as the episode came to a close, there was an unexpected turn of events. In a twist relayed off-screen by Steve, it was revealed to the viewers that the pair ultimately didn’t make it back for that next viewing.

He revealed: “They have had an offer accepted on a house with an annexe and two acres of land in Staplehurst. Welcome to my turf guys, I look forward to seeing you around.”

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Richard Osman has spoken out about the allegations of sexually inappropriately behaviour made against Gino D’Acampo, giving his behind-the-scenes take on his shows being dropped

Richard Osman has given his take on the Gino D’Acampo scandal, with the Pointless presenter revealing why the TV chef’s shows have finally been removed from the schedules.

Gino, 48, was accused last week of “distressing” and “sexually inappropriate” behaviour in an ITV News investigation, with dozens of people coming forward with allegations of “unacceptable” and “horrendous” behaviour over the course of 12 years.

In the latest episode of his podcast with journalist Marina Hyde, The Rest is Entertainment, Richard spoke about the allegations with his co-star as they discussed why it has taken years for these allegations to come to light about the former This Morning star.

Richard Osman has give his take on the Gino D’Acampo allegations after the TV chef’s show was pulled from the ITV schedules
Richard – who has produced Deal or No Deal and Whose Line Is It Anyway before presenting – spoke on the podcast about ITV pulling Gino’s shows from the schedules.

“You could look at it on one level and some of the papers have done and certainly a lot of the commentators have done and say, ‘Oh my God, you can’t say anything anymore, this is a huge overreaction, yada yada yada,’” he said.

“People do not lose their job just because they said a couple of things a couple of times. It’s a pattern of behaviour, it’s upset a number of people over a number of years.”

He added that the repetitive nature of the inappropriate behaviour will have led to staff speaking out. “We’ve said before on this show, if you’re in trouble as a presenter but actually your crew loves you and people who work with you go, ‘That’s just what they do and he’s a really decent guy,’ then you don’t get fired.

“There have to be a whole series of things that happen, it has to go on long enough and for it to be tiresome enough – which is the word we never use.”

Earlier in the show, Marina gave her take on why Gino’s alleged behaviour may have gone unnoticed for years. “It’s interesting that nobody confronts in that situation and there’s lots of different reasons. There’s a sort of reason that it’s just Gino being Gino and there is very much a persona that he has been encouraged to play up to.”

She added that another reason is that the shows he is involved in are not expensive to make and so taking time out of the schedule to reprimand Gino would likely derail a production by “an hour or two”. She said: “There are these constant value judgements being made by people. ‘How bad is it?’”

I’m A Celebrity’s spin-off series is returning after two years on ITV, as Ant and Dec head back to South Africa for the second series of South Africa with a new line-up

Ant and Dec are reportedly returning to South Africa for another series of I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! spin-off South Africa.

The ITV show is rumoured to be back on our screens as the broadcaster begins its search for another line-up of famous faces who’ve previously tackled the jungle.

The Mirror understands I’m a Celebrity…South Africa will be coming back for another series after the show’s successful first series, which was watched by over five million viewers each episode.

The show will reportedly be filmed again in South Africa, after its first series was filmed there back in April and May of 2023.

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Two years ago, stars such as Amir Khan, Corrie’s Helen Flanagan, TV presenter Carol Vorderman, Olympic athlete Fatima Whitbread and Diversity’s Jordan Banjo took part in the spin-off – which was won by Myleene Klass.

The series attracted an average of seven million viewers during its 2023 debut, with campmates competing for the title of Jungle Legend. The public don’t get a chance to vote for contestants to face Bushtucker Trials or stay in camp, with the celebs competing in challenges to stay on the show.

The news comes just months after I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here’s 2024 series, which was won by McFly star Danny Jones. The final saw Coleen Rooney, Reverend Richard Coles, Danny Jones and Oti Mabuse make it to the final stage of the ITV competition, with Reverend Richard placing third and Coleen being a runner-up.

As for the next series, which will likely air towards the end of the year, Olympic legend Sir Steve Redgrave is in talks to take part after his turn on Dancing on Ice. When asked whether he would head to the jungle, Steve told The Sun: “We’ll see. My compromise was to do Dancing on Ice – at the moment. But never say never.”

He added that while he would “survive” the challenge, he wouldn’t enjoy it. “I’m quite a fussy eater so I wouldn’t do well with the limited calories you get. It might be quite good for my figure from that point of view! It’s something I would consider,” he said.

It’s not the only show that Ant and Dec are bringing back, with Cat Deeley recently revealing that the pair are keen to revive SM:TV Live after putting Saturday Night Takeaway on ice.

I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! will return to ITV later this year.

The Loose Women favourite has spoken out about a terrifying health scare after she collapsed at home

Loose Women favourite Andrea McLean has bravely spoken out about a harrowing health ordeal that led to her being rushed to hospital after she collapsed at home.

The 54-year-old, who bid farewell to the ITV chat show in 2020, disclosed that she was battling flu-like symptoms last December when her condition dramatically deteriorated.

In a candid post on her blog, Andrea recounted how she initially brushed off her sickness as just another seasonal lurgy, expecting it to clear up within a week.

But after a week of unyielding fever, shivers, and chest discomfort, she spotted an alarming clue her urine had turned a dark shade of brown.

Her situation escalated when she fainted in her bathroom and remained on the floor for an hour until her husband Nick Feeney discovered her, reports the Express.

Heeding their GP’s urgent advice, Andrea and Nick dialled 999, and paramedics swiftly made their way to their residence. She recounted: “The ambulance team were amazing. My blood pressure was so low I couldn’t stand, and I was in a lot of pain. To be honest, I was barely aware of what was happening.”

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Upon reaching the hospital, Andrea underwent a series of tests, including X-rays and CT scans, which exposed the gravity of her illness. She was struck with a diagnosis of severe pneumonia, acute kidney injury, and sepsis a trio of potentially fatal conditions that demanded immediate medical intervention.

“Things happened quickly; drips, super-strong antibiotics via IV and orally, and I was transferred to the Emergency Assessment Ward,” she detailed.

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The TV host endured a harrowing few days in hospital, which she described as a “fraught” ordeal. She detailed the sensory assault from the distressing sounds of fellow patients, sleep-deprived nights, and the relentless agony she suffered.

Her initial night in the respiratory ward was particularly harrowing. Andrea found herself in a bay with elderly patients, some battling dementia, and recounted a terrifying incident where one woman aggressively accosted her at night, tugging fiercely at the privacy curtain.

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ITV)During her stay, Andrea grappled with fatigue, severe discomfort, and a diminished appetite. Her sense of taste became overly sensitive, rendering eating an unenjoyable experience.

She was eventually prescribed stronger painkillers, which brought some solace. Desperate for a more tranquil recovery space, she fought to be allowed home.

After discussions with medical staff, she secured permission to spend nights at home, while still attending the hospital daily for IV antibiotics and check-ups.

Reflecting on the experience, Andrea is profoundly thankful for her husband’s steadfast support. She shared: “Nick’s life stopped for the first few weeks of the new year too. He drove me to hospital every day, sat outside for hours, then drove me home, made dinner, and put me to bed. And then did it all again the next day.”

Five weeks into her recovery, Andrea has confessed she’s still on the mend and regaining her strength. Although the TV star hoped she’d bounce back swiftly, a joyful chuckle with Nick brought home just how far she’s come.

She remarked: “We both looked at each other, shocked at the realisation that it was the first time I’d belly laughed for weeks.”

TV star Ruth Langsford promoted an important three-word message alongside a snap of her vivid green juice

Ruth Langsford has lifted the lid on a simple superfood concoction to kickstart the new week. The Loose Women panellist, 64, took to Instagram to share the recipe, while promoting one key three-word message.

“Monday’s food prep begins,” she wrote, showcasing a snap of the vivid green liquid in her blender. The Story added: “Eat your greens.” The TV star’s straightforward recipe involves just six ingredients including spinach, celery, cucumber, ginger, apple and water.

While each of these ingredients boast their own unique health benefits, leafy greens like spinach often receive special attention among experts. Dubbing them a ‘superfood’, Katherine D. McManus, an affiliate teacher at Harvard Medical School, previously said in 2022: “Dark, leafy greens are a good source of vitamin A, vitamin C, and calcium, as well as several phytochemicals (chemicals made by plants that have a positive effect on your health). They also add fibre into the diet.”

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Nicky J Sims/Getty Images)Meanwhile, Helen Bell, a nutritionist at Help & Advice, also recently told the Mirror: “[These foods] are known for supporting brain health and improving cognitive function… including leafy greens like spinach and kale, which are high in folate and other essential nutrients, can make a significant difference.”

Beyond this, celery is known for an extraordinary compound called ‘phthalide’ too. This phytochemical is praised for its ability to help relax muscles in the walls of blood vessels.

Incorporating this into your diet may help tackle high blood pressure, which can lead to life-threatening conditions such as heart disease and strokes when left unchecked. This comes as more than 170,000 deaths are caused by heart and circulatory diseases each year, as per the British Heart Foundation.

However, if you aren’t so keen on these ingredients, fear not. In 2016, Ruth shared another version of the juice on Facebook, which appears to swap celery and apple for avocado, kiwi and lime.

Rather than ‘normal’, still water she also used coconut water. “Tomorrow’s breakfast smoothie…..now that’s what I call green,” Ruth penned. “#nutribullet #greenjuice #spinach #cucumber #avocado #kiwifruit #ginger #lime #coconutwater.”

Despite its perks, this concoction certainly polarised her followers at the time, with many labelling the green juice as ‘yuck’. One person wrote: “Yuk! Ruth no way could I face that no matter what,” while someone else added: “That looks revolting, life’s for living ! Why not eat all the things you like but smaller portions!”

However, another person said: “I made in my Nutribullet today…spinach, banana, pineapple, kiwi, goji berries & sunflower seeds…was delicious!”