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Emmma Chawner, who gained notoriety on The X Factor in 2007, has taken to social media to share her impressive 16 stone weight loss. 17 years after her memorable audition, Chawner.

One of The X Factor’s most memorable contestants, Emma Chawner, has wowed fans by showcasing her incredible 16 stone weight loss. At the tender age of 17, Emma became a talking point when she and her family had a notorious run-in with judges Simon Cowell, Dannii Minogue, Sharon Osbourne, and Louis Walsh following her rejection from the show in 2007.

Now at 35, Emma has undergone a remarkable transformation, proudly stating that her significant weight loss was achieved without any surgical procedures, a fact she confirmed during an appearance on ITV’s Lorraine in 2019. Emma took to Instagram to post jaw-dropping before-and-after photos, one with the caption: “5years down and 16st 4 lost im still losing it but very slow now.”

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Her followers responded with “Fantastic, you look amazing,” and “You look so beautiful and pretty!” Remember that gender, weight, and age cannot be used to determine weight. Your beauty has always been apparent. I’m pleased to see you! “Bless you love me”

Emma confided in Lorraine, who had previously offered to help her family with their weight loss journey, sharing that the turning point for her was the death of her pet dog and the emotional strain from her parents’ split. Sadly, Emma’s mum passed away at the age of 73 in January 2024, and her dad died in December of the same year.

Emma emphasized her unwavering resolve during a conversation with Lorraine: “I’ve done it all myself. I had diabetes and was constantly out of breath.

She refuted rumors that she had had weight-loss surgery and said she wanted to lose some weight. She said, “I’m happy with how I am, and it’s not far to go.”

Emma first tried her luck on The X Factor in 2007 only to face stern rejection. Not one to give up easily, she braved the stage again in 2009 with her sister Samantha, who has recently got married.

Emma was dealt yet another blow by the panel’s four no’s, with Cheryl saying, “Emma, I have to say, you’re definitely more confident when you’ve got your sister with you.” Unfortunately, nothing else has truly improved.

Emma joined her family for Lorraine Kelly’s Big Fat Challenge in an effort to lose weight after her singing dreams were temporarily shattered. She credits a 30-day detox and good habits like avoiding snacks and consuming plenty of water for her weight loss after the show.

Emma claimed that her size was hereditary before joining Lorraine’s program and consulting with diet experts. She argued that this was not related to what I ate. It’s because my family has inherited the family’s genes. My sister is also big, my dad is big, and my mother is also big. Nobody in our house is “slim.”

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After realizing there’s “life after Eamonn Holmes,” Ruth Langsford is enjoying time with friends, and she has pledged to have fun now that the couple has split in shock.

A year ago, her world was turned upside. But 12 months on, Loose Women presenter Ruth Langsford has turned heartache into happiness. At the start of 2024, Ruth’s life looked picture-perfect, to the outside world at least. She was a beloved daytime TV presenter, a devoted mum, and one half of British telly’s most enduring power couples. Yet behind the scenes, her 27-year relationship with Eamonn Holmes was crumbling, and on 25 May, the couple announced that they were in the “process of divorcing”, after 14 years of marriage.

But now, as the anniversary of her shock split from Belfast broadcaster Eamonn looms, a source claims that Ruth, 65, has not only turned a corner, but is happy, at peace and embracing single life on her own terms. The source tells OK!, “Ruth has had a tough year – but actually, she’s realised a lot of unexpected positives have come out of it. She’s really coming into her own now and is putting the heartache behind her.”

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She has learned to let her hair down, about friendship, and how to love and support others when you have a year from hell.

“It’s not what she would have desired,” she continued, “of course it’s not.” Her grand plan for a life didn’t include divorce. However, she is realizing that Eamonn’s life is a wonderful, exciting one. She really put the effort in herself, and her glow-up looks amazing! She’s been heartbreaking, but she’s now excited about the future.

The cracks in Ruth and Eamonn’s union began to show when Ruth was reportedly left “devastated” after it was alleged that Eamonn, also 65, was secretly in contact with another woman. This led to a showdown, after which Ruth is reported to have found messages on Eamonn’s laptop that shocked her – and confirmed her worst fears, particularly as she had been caring for him.

He is still battling health issues following years of back problems and surgery. “Ruth was completely taken by surprise when she saw the messages,” a source told The Sun at the time. “She had no idea what had been going on between them. She was devastated.”

Ruth kept her dignity in public despite that bombshell, focusing on her work and the couple’s 23-year-old son, Jack. However, the divorce process dragged on in the background, with rumors that Maggie and their dog Maggie had reportedly engaged in bitter custody battles.

While Eamonn went public with his new relationship with 43-year-old relationship counsellor Katie Alexander in September, as the pair embarked on a cruise from Barcelona, Ruth took a different approach. She returned to Loose Women in July after an extended break and continued to build her successful QVC fashion line – from which reports suggest she took home £2.5 million in a year.

Ruth also leaned on her close friends for support and some much-needed fun, including Lizzie Cundy and Rylan Clark. Earlier this year, the famous pals were spotted enjoying a night out in London, with Ruth showcasing her dance moves and letting loose amid thestress of the divorce.

But, adjusting to her single life hasn’t been easy. In a candid interview in February, Ruth talked about the challenges of her split – but was full of grit, too. “Relationship breakdowns are very difficult, but you deal with it and have to move on. You can let yourself crumble or you pick yourself up and get on with life. It’s a choice.”

She also considered the challenges of a divorce in public. “Divorce is very painful. Everyone has a point, but the majority of people don’t do it in public. But my job isn’t like that, either. Ruth said she kept optimistic about the future despite the heartache. She said, “I’m fine being on my own, but not for a long.”

Ruth has withstanded the year from hell like a pro, her fashion line expanding, her besties by her side, and a sparkle back in her smile…

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This solar-powered set is the best option if you’re looking for a way to keep your balcony, home, or greenhouse plants automatically watered without lifting a finger.

An automatic irrigation system is necessary if you want to keep your plants watered at home or without lifting a finger. This Gardena irrigation set, which is solar-powered and has a settable timer, is ideal for keeping your balcony, house, conservatory, or greenhouse plants watered without having to be close by.

This irrigation system only needs a nearby water source, such as a bucket, and direct sunlight because it is designed with a solar-powered battery, which eliminates the need for cables or extension leads to have it plugged in.

One of these Amazon items can be purchased for less than the price of one of these AquaBloom solar-powered irrigation sets. You’ll need to rush to get yours before it’s gone, because this stock is currently running very low at the time of writing. You can also purchase the same item at Argos or Debenhams.

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When you’re not there, the AquaBloom system waters and cares for your tub plants, greenhouses, or home-grown herbs as needed all year long.

You’ll only need a water bucket close to your plants to set up the helpful system, which doesn’t need a power outlet or a water tap in your garden or terrace. A 3-in-1 main unit, which includes a pump that draws water, a control unit to set the irrigation schedule, and a solar panel that supplies the included rechargeable batteries, complete the AquaBloom set.

This Aquabloom irrigation system includes pressure-compensation drippers, fourteen pre-defined watering schedules, and other features that allow you to manage the watering of up to 20 plants. Additionally, it makes use of the Aquabloom’s versatile and practical placement, which allows for either planting pot mounting or standing next to it. Just make sure you place the control unit in a sunny location so that it can recharge throughout the day.

It’s simple and without tools to install AquaBloom. With this irrigation set, you can enjoy your balcony, terrace, or home with gorgeous, well-maintained plants and flowers all year long without having to worry about them going without water when you’re not there.

This irrigation set has nearly 2k positive reviews from satisfied Amazon customers who can’t stop rave about it, and it costs $94.98 at Debenhams, $86.23 on Amazon, or £125 at Argos.

One customer remarks, “I have a small domestic polytunnel without mains electricity or water at the end of the garden.” My watering can won’t let me use it, but I can usually use it to travel back and forth. However, since we were away for a week in extremely hot weather, I needed a remedy. This has been a really effective implementation so far. I glued a garden fork in the border and attached the solar pump to the handle for various reasons, but it was impossible to find a place to put it. The in-flow tube was placed next to 20 vegetable plants that had been planted in a soil border and were inserted into a water tank outside the polytunnel door. Although I’m not very handy, it’s really simple to set up and stress-free as long as you can use a pair of scissors. Although I may need to re-do the configuration because I had to cut the tubing according to particular plant spacings, Gardena sell replacement/standalone drip irrigation tubing.

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