Loose Women’s Coleen Nolan shares simple diet alteration that ‘changed her life’

Coleen Nolan, a mainstay on for decades, has opened up about how a simple dietary switch has had a ‘life changing’ effect on her

In a recent chat with Closer UK, the 59-year-old divulged how adopting a new has brought about remarkable health benefits, revealing: “I’m 100% and probably 80% vegan, and health-wise it’s changed my life.”

She recounted her past struggles with joint pain, noting: “I was living on painkillers for joint pain, but after being for two weeks, I never had to take another painkiller.”

Coleen’s transformative health odyssey doesn’t stop at her diet. The iconic Loose Women panelist also shared that she adheres to a strict exercise regimen to stay in shape.

She said: “Three hours of mucking out horses, then dog walking, then sorting out the goats, ducks and chickens. I’m getting exercise and starting to lose weight doing something I love,” reports

In a heartwarming revelation, Coleen also opened up about her close bonds with fellow panellists, highlighting one colleague she cherishes deeply: “We’re good friends, as well as colleagues. and I will be friends forever outside of work and the same goes for Brenda (Edwards), Janet (Street-Porter) and

Coleen had recently revealed how the Loose Women team came together to support Ruth Langsford during her split from , saying to Bella Magazine: “But we’ve got a WhatsApp group for all of us and when someone needs support, that group just lights up. We’re saying: ‘Here if you need me, or, phone me.'”

As Loose Women marked its 25th anniversary, Coleen looked back on her own journey, having joined the show in its second year. She had previously shot to fame alongside her sisters in a 10-piece band, known for hits such as “I’m in the Mood for Dancing”, “Gotta Pull Myself Together” and “Who’s Gonna Rock You”.

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