Celeb Shape Ups
Poster: Nicki Waterman 05/06/2007
What's the secret to Courtney Love's fab figure? Why have Angelina's curves disappeared? And which star has slimmed down after a cream tea ban? Find out the answers to these questions and more…Courtney’s Love-ly new figureShedding a whopping three stone (19 kilograms) in three months, rocker Courtney Love revealed her fabulous new figure in a variety of skimpy items of swimwear during a recent holiday in Hawaii. Although we don’t advocate this kind of rapid weight loss – invariably it’s a quick fix and dieters find it difficult to maintain their new weight – it has to be said, Courtney is looking great. She achieved her new figure through strict dieting and plenty of exercise. A source close to the star revealed: “She started losing weight in December when she began sticking to a strict healthy eating regime. She’s cut out carbs and is eating fish, steamed vegetables and doing lots of yoga. She’s feeling like a new person.” And she certainly looks like a new person. The new slim-line shape is a complete about-turn for the 42-year-old, who is known for showing off her voluptuous curves in figure-hugging dresses. Let’s hope rumours of further weight-loss by Ms Love are unfounded: she’s in danger of losing the few curves she’s got left!Angelina’s disappearing curvesOnce revered for her sexy figure, Angelina Jolie’s curves have almost disappeared. She’s always had a toned, athletic figure but recent snaps of the gorgeous star show her looking skinnier than ever. With Brad Pitt as her partner and an ever-growing family, things seem rosy for the 31-year-old – so what’s the cause of her dramatic weight loss? Brother James recently shed light on Angelina’s disappearing curves: “Angie has become very thin because she’s grieving (following the death of her mother Marcheline Bertrand).” According to James, Angelina has to be reminded to eat – and having just adopted a new child into the Pitt-Jolie clan it appears the actress’s hectic lifestyle isn’t helping the situation. A source said: “Angie’s weight will continue to plummet because she’s not willing to slow down and grieve properly. She’s just adopted another kid and, despite saying she’ll be spending time at home with Brad, she has many work commitments.” Hopefully Angelina will take a break soon, give herself time to grieve and get her eating back on track – we miss her gorgeous curves.Mel’s baby worriesWith Geri, Mel B and Victoria all proud parents, and “Baby Spice” Emma Bunton with a baby on the way, it’s only natural that Mel C should be thinking about children. Having openly spoken about battling with her weight, the 33-year-old is worried that her former eating disorder could mean that she might never have children. The former Spice Girl said: “I definitely want to be a mum. I don’t want to leave it too late. But I got so thin when I wasn’t eating that my periods stopped and my bones became very fragile. I may have done some permanent damage. But I hope I’m still in with a chance.” Despite anorexia and other eating disorders having a negative affect on fertility, thankfully, statistics suggest that 80 per cent of women who are successful in battling their eating disorder regain their ability to conceive. Don’t give up hope, Mel!Cam’s cream tea banIf you’re regularly snapped wearing nothing more than a skimpy bikini, it makes sense that you’d want to be in the best shape possible – and that’s exactly what Cameron Diaz has done. Super-fit Cameron has always been slim and lean, but since her split with toy-boy Justin Timberlake, the 34-year-old has shed five pounds (2.3 kilograms), having hit the gym with a vengeance. She’s also been getting in plenty of running and enjoying a spot of surfing with pal and professional surfer Kelly Slater. But it’s not just her fitness regime that’s got her in such good shape. Cam reportedly acquired a penchant for traditional cream teas while in the UK filming
The Holiday last year. She loved to “scoop up all the cream and preserves”. But, having returned to the US, she’s ditched the cream teas and any excess weight has simply disappeared. Although, with a figure like hers, we reckon the odd cream tea isn’t going to play havoc with her waistline.WHAT’S IN MEDIUM-RIPE BANANAS – They give a slow release of energy and keep your appetite under control.VINEGAR ON SALAD – In fact on everything. Helps keep blood sugar low, lowering insulin and fat-storage levels.OMEGA 3s – Fish oils that beat diet blues. Add mackerel, salmon, tuna and Columbus Eggs to your shopping.WHAT’S OUTRIPE BANANAS – You may as well eat a bag of jelly beans because all the starch has turned to sugar.LASHINGS OF OIL AND VINEGAR DRESSING – With over 70 calories per tablespoon, stick to vinegar on its own.SATURATED FATS – Found in burgers, pies, biscuits and cakes, they clog your arteries and make you fat.WHAT’S NEW?The Diet Source kit, a fantastic new weight-loss programme, includes a 30-day supply of nutritional supplement products, an exercise programme and a 28-day eating and menu plan. Priced at £49.99, it’s available from Holland & Barrett stores in the UK or can be ordered on (00 44) 870 606 6605 or at
www.hollandandbarrett.comWEIGHTY MATTERSIt pays to step on those scales! According to US research, women who were told their weight daily for 12 weeks put on no weight, while un-weighed women gained an average 6lb 13oz (3kg). GO LATIN!In Roman times, women used to sniff fennel to suppress their appetites. Grind up some fennel seeds and sniff whenever you feel tempted to snack. This ancient trick still seems to work. (CARMEN: ESTE AL FINAL SI PUEDES)AND FINALLY…If you find yourself eating because you’re feeling low, stressed or bored, stick a note on the door of the fridge or the lid of the biscuit or cake tin saying simply: “What I’m looking for isn’t here.” Give it a go – you’ll find it really works.
