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16 hours agoNews TopicsComments Off on I lost 3st on fat jabs but still can’t wear a bikini thanks to side effect… and my waist wasn’t the only thing to shrink
PACKING for her holidays Ann Howard wonders whether to put her bikini into her suitcase.
She might have shed three stone after taking fat jabs but she knows deep down that the idea of wearing a bikini is a step too far for her.
Ann Howard was desperate to lose weight after it crept up over the yearsShe is now her dream weight after taking Mounjaro – but has been left with unwanted side effects
Ann, 38, has fallen victim to an unwanted side effect as a result of taking the weight loss job Mounjaro.
“I dropped three stone but I’ve ended up with a four-inch muffin-top,” says the mum-of-two.
“Even though I have bought my first bikini in a decade, flaunting it on the beach this summer is a worry due to my new wobbly stomach.”
Mental health support worker Ann, 38, lives in Norfolk, East Anglia with her husband, Dan, 41 an IT manager and their two children aged 16 and five and says her muffin-top is not the only strange side effect.
She claims using the weight loss jabs not only took inches from her waist but also an inch from her height.
“I used to be 5ft and I have always felt like the smallest person in the room,” she says.
“Now I am 4ft 11. I shrunk an inch in height using the jabs.
“When you are short like me and only five feet tall you need every inch you can get.”
Height loss is not a common side effect of weight loss injectables but can occur because the body is losing fat and muscle quickly, especially in the core and back.
National Library of Medicine research reveals rapid fat and muscle loss can lead to a small loss of height because of the way a person stands.
If fat is lost from the feet, it can also impact a person’s height.
“I now have to hit the gym and do more resistance and weight training to make myself stand taller or grow back an inch,” Ann adds.
Growing up Ann says she was always an average size.
“It wasn’t until I moved out at 18 and started shopping and cooking for myself did the weight pile on,” she says.
“I went from a size 14 to a size 18 in just eighteen months.”
Ann met her husband through work and the pair started dating when Ann was 18.
“Our daughter, now 16, was born in May 2009 and I was a size 22,” Ann says.
“I couldn’t shift the baby weight no matter what diet I tried.”
Ann has been left with a four-inch muffin-top after taking MounjaroThe mum-of-two says she felt like ‘she had failed’ on her wedding day when she wore a size 20 gownAnn sticks to baggier clothes to hide her muffin-top since her weight lossAnn recently bought her first bikini in a decade – but won’t be wearing it in the UK
WHY A BELLY CAN BE HARDEST TO SHIFT
Dr Bryony Henderson, a GP, obesity management expert and medical director at Numan, tells Sun Health: “Successful weight control requires more than simply lowering calories.
“Years of overeating can dull the brain’s response to leptin, the ‘I’m full’ hormone, so appetite remains higher than it should be.
“Plus, poor sleep or constant stress raises cortisol, a survival hormone that tells the body to store spare energy around the waist.
“Together these hormonal shifts can slow or even stop fat loss in people who feel they are ‘doing everything right’.”
HIGH levels of the hormone oestrogen can cause women to store fat around their hips and thighs and stomach, according to registered nutritionist Karen Preece Smith.
“In men, low testosterone can lead to increased body fat, especially in the abdominal area,” she adds.
“This is partly due to the conversion of testosterone to oestrogen by fat cells, which can contribute to hormonal imbalances and fat storage.”
You can combat this by boosting testosterone levels with a diet full of lean proteins (chicken, turkey), healthy fats (olive oil, avocado), complex carbohydrates (whole grains such as oats, brown rice), zinc (found in lean red meat, beans, nuts) magnesium (from dark green leafy vegetables) and vitamin D (in eggs, oily fish).
“Weight training, with a focus on multi-joint compound movements such as squats and lunges, can also stimulate testosterone production for men,” Karen adds.
Dominika Blonska, a personal trainer, nutrition coach and founder of DEFINE BY DOM, says: “Your liver is responsible for breaking down excess oestrogen.
“To help it out, limit alcohol, drink at least two litres of water per day and eat cruciferous vegetables, such as broccoli and cauliflower.
“Improving your gut health will also help with oestrogen elimination.
“You can do this by avoiding inflammatory foods, such as processed products, sugar and seed oils, and eating fibre-rich food, like vegetables, chia and flax seeds.”
Tuck into healthy fats too – think avocado, coconut oil, nuts and sardines.
Ann and Dan married in April 2013 and Ann says she was an overweight bride.
“I had to wear a size 20 wedding dress,” she recalls.
“Everyone told me I looked amazing, but I felt like I had failed.
“After that I was always on diets. I lost some weight at Slimming World but then would regain it.
At her heaviest Ann hit the scales at 17st 11 lbs and had a BMI of 49.9 putting her at risk of heart disease and a shorter lifespan.
The couple welcomed their second daughter in June 2019 with Ann vowing to find a way to lose weight that offered a permanent solution.
“I asked to be put on the NHS waiting list for free bariatric surgery but was told there was a waiting list of up to five years just to get an appointment with a consultant,” she says.
“I lost three stone and then my weight plateaued, I was devastated,” she admits.
Ann also started regaining weight and after a visit to her GP discovered she was suffering early menopause as a result of endometriosis.
“At the time I was 36 suffering hot flushes, low energy levels and mood swings,” she says.
“I’d spent £5,000 on weight loss surgery, and I was actually putting on weight.”
After speaking to a friend who had used weight loss injectables Ann started taking Mounjaro in March 2025.
“Within a day the food noise was gone – it was the first time in over 30 years,” she says.
I won’t be showing off my bikini on British beaches yet – my wobbling muffin top has put an end to that
Ann Howard
Ann lost almost three stone and is now 12st 03 lbs.
“I am back to a size 12-14 and feel amazing,” she says.
“It’s been life changing and it is the first time I feel in control of my body and weight.”
However, Ann admits her rapid weight loss using the jabs has left her with a ‘muffin top’ or belly apron on her stomach.
Everything you need to know about fat jabs
Weight loss jabs are all the rage as studies and patient stories reveal they help people shed flab at almost unbelievable rates, as well as appearing to reduce the risk of serious diseases.
Wegovy – a modified version of type 2 diabetes drug Ozempic – and Mounjaro are the leading weight loss injections used in the UK.
Wegovy, real name semaglutide, has been used on the NHS for years while Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is a newer and more powerful addition to the market.
Mounjaro accounts for most private prescriptions for weight loss and is set to join Wegovy as an NHS staple this year.
How do they work?
The jabs work by suppressing your appetite, making you eat less so your body burns fat for energy instead and you lose weight.
They do this my mimicking a hormone called GLP-1, which signals to the brain when the stomach is full, so the drugs are officially called GLP-1 receptor agonists.
They slow down digestion and increase insulin production, lowering blood sugar, which is why they were first developed to treat type 2 diabetes in which patients’ sugar levels are too high.
Can I get them?
NHS prescriptions of weight loss drugs, mainly Wegovy and an older version called Saxenda (chemical name liraglutide), are controlled through specialist weight loss clinics.
Typically a patient will have to have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, classifying them as medically obese, and also have a weight-related health condition such as high blood pressure.
GPs generally do not prescribe the drugs for weight loss.
Private prescribers offer the jabs, most commonly Mounjaro, to anyone who is obese (BMI of 30+) or overweight (BMI 25-30) with a weight-related health risk.
Private pharmacies have been rapped for handing them out too easily and video calls or face-to-face appointments are now mandatory to check a patient is being truthful about their size and health.
Are there any risks?
Yes – side effects are common but most are relatively mild.
Around half of people taking the drug experience gut issues, including sickness, bloating, acid reflux, constipation and diarrhoea.
Dr Sarah Jarvis, GP and clinical consultant at patient.info, said: “One of the more uncommon side effects is severe acute pancreatitis, which is extremely painful and happens to one in 500 people.”
Other uncommon side effects include altered taste, kidney problems, allergic reactions, gallbladder problems and hypoglycemia.
Evidence has so far been inconclusive about whether the injections are damaging to patients’ mental health.
Figures obtained by The Sun show that, up to January 2025, 85 patient deaths in the UK were suspected to be linked to the medicines.
“My jelly belly has developed in the last year, I know it’s due to rapid weight loss,” she says.
“No matter how many exercises or skin care products you use, I know not to expect your skin to ping back to its pre-fat tightness.”
Ann’s belly apron is four inches long and she admits she chooses clothes to hide its wobble.
“It bulks me out at the front. Until I have cosmetic surgery, I still have to wear loose clothes over my tummy,” she claims.
Despite this, Ann is planning to debut her new bikini on holiday with her ‘Mounjaro mates’, a group of female friends who all lost weight using the jabs or from gastric sleeves.
“We are all going on a girls’ holiday to Jamaica. I can wear my bikini with a cover up shirt and enjoy the sun to celebrate our weight loss,” she says.
“I won’t be showing off my bikini on British beaches yet – my wobbling muffin top has put an end to that.”
The mum has also revealed her marriage got a Mounjaro makeover as well.
We used to make love once a month, but now we’re enjoying adult time once or twice a week
Ann Howard
“Since I started using the jab my self esteem and body confidence has improved,” Ann says.
“I am not hiding my body all the time under black baggy clothes and our love life has improved dramatically.
“We used to make love once a month, but now we’re enjoying adult time once or twice a week.
“I feel like a teenager again.”
Ann is now saving for her Mounjaro mummy makeover and wants to have a tummy tuck and liposuction.
She is planning to renew her vows with Dan when they celebrate 20 years of marriage in 2033.
“I want to have the fun of being a slim bride,” she says.
“When we got married, I hated my body and didn’t get to choose the dress I wanted. I had to choose a dress that was ‘in my size’ and was a hand-me-down.
“I want to have a hot wedding dress, some sexy underwear, and to have the experience of being the bride I have always dreamt of.”
Despite the side effects Ann is thrilled with her weight loss
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16 hours agoNews TopicsComments Off on DAZN presenter Diletta Leotta goes braless in low cut leather top as fans say ‘Karius is very lucky’
DILETTA LEOTTA has stunned fans after going braless in a low-cut latex top.
The DAZN host wore the bold outfit as she attended Elodie’s concert at the San Siro stadium in Milan, Italy.
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Diletta, 33, made a post on Instagram after the show in which she uploaded pictures and videos of the night.
She showed off her stunning outfit, which was styled around the latex top.
She paired the top with a pair of denim jeans with cuts in the knees.
The videos showed her dancing during Elodie’s performance as well as meeting the Italian singer.
The pair shared a loving hug as they were filmed.
Fans loved Diletta’s outfit as they flooded the comment section.
One posted: “You are so beautiful.”
A second wrote: “The most beautiful game of Loris Karius life. Don’t let these get away with it.”
A third commented: “You can’t argue that she’s beautiful.”
A fourth said: “What a wonderful girl.”
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Another added: “Karius, what a lucky man.”
One fan even claimed that Diletta “beats” singer Dua Lipa.
They wrote: “Dua Lipa her whole life in comparison, it beats in personality and beauty and nature.”
Diletta tied the knot with former Liverpool flop Loris Karius last summer.
A glimpse inside Diletta’s glamorous life with partner Loris Karius…
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@dilettaleottaDiletta is no stranger to some extravagant outfits on her Instagram[/caption]
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@dilettaleottaShe has previously worn an outfit similar to her Tomb Raider look[/caption]
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Instagram @dilettaleottaShe is a presenter for DAZN[/caption]
Instagram @dilettaleottaLeotta burst onto the scene with Sky Sports[/caption]
Instagram @dilettaleottaShe posts regularly updates on Instagram to the delight of her fans[/caption]
16 hours agoNews TopicsComments Off on Missing Brit, 29, who vanished on Thai hols is found fighting for life in hospital… & he can’t tell family what happened
THE family of British tourist fear he won’t survive after he vanished on a night out in Thailand before being found on life support.
Ashton Jones, 29, was separated from his friends in Bangkok and was mysteriously later found in a hospital having emergency brain surgery.
Ashton Jones, from Wales, is fighting for his life in hospital in BangkoksuppliedHis nan Beverley Walker said the family are fundraising to cover his essential treatment costssupplied
He flew to the Thai capital “on a whim” with a pal, where they met another friend and spent five days “making unforgettable memories”.
But Ashton’s family back in Wales were devastated when they found out he had disappeared while partying with friends and had been found fighting for his life.
His pals said they spent hours searching for him after went missing from the nightclub they were in.
Medics in Thailand believe Ashton – who suffers from epilepsy and lives with nan Beverley Walker – was violently attacked.
Ashton’s distraught cousin Sophie, 26, said his loved ones are “worried sick”.
Their distress was amplified when a picture sent to them appeared to show Ashton tied to his hospital bed.
She told The Sun: “It’s heartbreaking because we’re all really close.
“We’re shocked and going out of our minds because we don’t know what’s going on.
“No one speaks English there and they’re still struggling to get an English translator.
“We’re worried sick.”
Anxious Beverley said the family have put together their life savings to fund his treatment – but is still not enough to cover the huge bill.
She is battling to bring Ashton back to the UK as precious time slips back to save him.
Beverley said: “I am deeply concerned that without immediate financial or diplomatic assistance, my grandson may not survive.
“The emotional toll on our family is immense. We are heartbroken and fearful, watching from afar while Ashton suffers without the care he urgently requires.”
Beverley said on Monday, almost a week after Ashton went into hospital on June 3, workers at Chonburi Hospital tried to wake him up.
She added: “It was a success but he still has a long way to go, he’s bed-bound and suffering with fits, cannot talk, eat or drink and isn’t aware.
“We all as a family are worried sick with fear for Ashton and how we can bring him home.”
Ashton became separated from his friends at a nightclub in the Thai capitalsupplied
Beverley said Ashton’s treatment and funding to bring him to the UK will cost thousands – more than they can afford to scrape together.
She said Ashton’s last-minute decision to head to Thailand meant he hadn’t taken out insurance.
Ashton’s family have set up a GoFundMe page in a bid to raise £50,000 towards mounting costs.
Beverley said: “The hospital in Thailand is asking for the cost of his treatment on going that is far beyond what our family can afford.
“In the meantime, Ashton’s condition continues to deteriorate, and it feels as though we are being left helpless as time runs out.
“We have already put together life savings for medical bills, flights, travel, accommodation to be with him but would never be able to afford to get him home to better health care and his family.”
So far, well-wishers have donated more than £3,000, which the family say they are incredibly grateful for.
A Foreign Office spokesman told The Sun: “We are supporting a British man who has been hospitalised in Thailand and are in contact with the local authorities.”
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A former Los Angeles Police Department detective who was on the force during the 1992 Rodney King riots said that Democrat Mayor Karen Bass was too late in calling for law and order to be restored as riots broke out in the city this week.
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16 hours agoNews TopicsComments Off on Farfetch Black Friday 2025: what to expect this November
WHO doesn’t love a designer buy for a significantly lower price? If you’re hoping to scoop up a bargain, Farfetch’s Black Friday deals are likely on your radar.
From well-known designer labels to boutique brands, Black Friday 2025 at Farfetch is sure to deliver.
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There’s no better feeling than indulging in your favourites while paying less, so if you’ve had your eye on something at Farfetch for a while, Black Friday is the time to go for it.
Want to find out what you’ve got to look forward to this year?
We’ve compiled a guide on all of the need-to-knows ahead of the big day and the best Black Friday deals to watch out for below.
The annual shopping holiday was once just considered an American treat, as it always falls the day after Thanksgiving.
However, in recent years, retailers across the world have got involved with the sale bonanza, which now stretches into a full Cyber Weekend of discounts – and sometimes even longer.
That is definitely true of the UK: numerous retailers and brands here save up their biggest deals of the year for Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
So, if you’ve had your eye on an expensive item, like a piece of designer clothing – Black Friday is one of the best times to shop for it.
Is Farfetch taking part in Black Friday this year?
Farfetch hasn’t officially announced its Black Friday 2025 plans yet, as it’s still a little early.
We’re betting that it will likely participate, given its previous involvement in past years.
Typically, Farfetch offers discounts on a variety of luxury fashion items during Black Friday, including men’s and women’s designer clothes, shoes, and accessories.
To stay in the loop, keep an eye on the Farfetch website, subscribe to the newsletter (scroll to the bottom of the page) and follow the platform’s social media channels.
It’s worth bearing in mind that if you can’t find the item you’re looking for once the Farfetch sale lands, it might be worth looking at Black Friday deals from other luxury retailers, such as Selfridges and Fenwicks.
It’s also worth noting that some brands might not be included in the sale; for example, popular items from designers like Bottega Veneta are unlikely to be discounted.
Overall, keep an open mind, as you never know what amazing products you might stumble on this Black Friday.
What to expect from Farfetch’s Black Friday sale 2025
Last Black Friday, Farfetch held a huge Black Friday sale and, like many retailers, chose to release deals slightly ahead of time (with an extra 20% off).
Designer threads have been discounted by up to 80% in previous Farfetch Black Friday sales, so we’re hoping for similar or just as good this year.
We’ll keep this page regularly updated with the best discounts, so keep checking back.
What was in Farfetch’s sale last year?
Last year saw some amazing fashion deals at Farfetch, with up to 50% off designer items across multiple categories (including womenswear, menswear and childrenswear) by popular brands including Rabanne, Balmain and GANNI.
It was an ideal sale to pick up some new threads for loved ones during the Christmas shopping period.
Take a look below at some of our favourite picks from the 2024 sale:
Dolce & Gabbana Space chunky low-top sneakers, £595 (was £850) – buy here
JW Anderson Bumper 12 Leather Shoulder Bag, £455 (was £650) – buy here
When is Cyber Monday and is Farfetch taking part?
Cyber Monday falls directly after Black Friday, so it lands on December 1 in 2025.
It’s not uncommon for brands taking part in Black Friday promotions to extend their deals well past Cyber Monday, as we saw in 2024 with many.
This gives shoppers a chance to scoop up a bargain ahead of Christmas gift shopping.
There’s also a strong chance that Farfetch will do the same. So, you can hold on until the latter part of the long weekend’s sale and see what’s on offer then.
Or if you see a deal on (or ahead of) Black Friday that you just love, then go for it, as you can’t guarantee it’ll still be there on Cyber Monday.
How much does Farfetch’s shipping cost?
Farfetch orders can be delivered every day of the week, with free standard delivery offered on orders above £400.
Delivery costs will otherwise vary ‘depending on the service selected, where your item is coming from, and its destination.’
For those last-minute purchases, express delivery is available to most destinations, and same-day delivery is offered in selected cities.
Yes, FarFetch is a legitimate company, with headquarters in London and offices all over the world.
The company has over 5,000 employees and even owns other luxury e-commerce brands such as Browns.
However, some customers have noted issues with its returns service — you can look at the brand’s Trustpilot page for in-depth reviews.
Does FarFetch accept Klarna?
Yes, FarFetch does accept Klarna, which allows you to delay your payment date, or split the cost of your purchase over three or four installments.
However, you may not be entitled to use Klarna depending on your financial circumstances, and it can only be used on purchases of up to £1,500.
Remember that you may be subject to late fees if you do not make your repayments on time, and if you miss payments, it could negatively affect your credit score.
Who owns FarFetch?
FarFetch’s founder, chairman and CEO is José Neves, who started the company in 2008.
However, the company is publicly traded and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
Organisations with stakes in FarFetch include animal rights nonprofit PETA, which bought shares in order to push the company to stop selling fur.
The retailer announced that it would stop selling fur products in 2019.
16 hours agoNews TopicsComments Off on ‘This’ll wind people up’ – DeChambeau and Rose’s response to how club golfers would cope at Oakmont US Open course
US OPEN stars are preparing to take on Oakmont Country Club – a course that’s not for the faint of heart.
Reigning World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler recently branded the venue the “hardest course in the world”.
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A host of elite stars believe the tricky 18 in the heart of Pennsylvania would eat club golfers for breakfast.
Prior to this week’s tournament, several Top 10 stars were asked what an 18-handicap club golfer would shoot around Oakmont.
Speaking to the PGA Tour in a viral clip, reigning champ Bryson DeChambeau said: “Ooh, probably 100.”
He added quickly with a grin: “On the front nine.”
Two-time major winner Justin Thomas agreed, questioning if the 18-handicapper would even finish.
Thomas added: “It’s got to be 110 or 120.”
English star Laurie Canter agreed and was adamant a rookie would not make it back to the clubhouse.
Canter said: “I’m not trying to wind people up, right, but it will.
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“I’m certain they wouldn’t finish. I’m not trying to be facetious and wind people up.
“But if they had to hit every golf shot, and they’re going out with 12 balls, I don’t know an 18 handicapper that finishes.”
Former World No. 1 Justin Rose added: “18 handicapper? Man.
“No ball spotter? Better bring a few dozen balls.
“Probably 140 – it has to be. And that’s just playing conservative, bunting it in front of them.
“50 yards, 50 yards, 50 yards, 50 yards. It’s got to be plenty.”
In the nine previous US Open tournaments at Oakmont, only 23 players finished under par.
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0 Їх щоденне вживання може зменшити на 43% більше черевного жиру, розповіли іспанські дієтологи виданню La Gaceta. Вони підкреслюють: для процесів схуднення незамінна листова зелень. Фахівцями були названі одні з кращих продуктів, що зменшують черевний жир при щоденному споживанні, – це шпинат і зелені листові овочі. “Шпинат і зелені листові овочі незамінні для тих, що […]
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