Latest news with #Carl
The Independent
an hour ago
- The Independent
Rachel Booth's family and friends launch fundraiser for her three sons after death of ‘loving' mother
Friends and family of Rachel Booth, who was found dead earlier this week after a police search, have set up a fundraiser to support her husband and three sons. The 38-year-old, from Northwich, Cheshire, was described as a 'guiding light' by her family after her body was recovered from a lake in Oakmere on Monday. Her death is not believed to be suspicious, police said. A GoFundMe has now been set up to 'honour her memory and ensure the future and safety of her remaining family.' The fundraiser, which has a £13,000 target, has so far raised more than £7,700 from donations. In a tribute on the fundraiser, it said: 'Rachel tragically leaves behind her loving husband, Carl, and their three beloved sons. In this time of deep sorrow, we are reaching out to ask for your support in helping her family.' It saud the money will go towards a trust fund for her sons and towards a charity that supports those affected by ADHD. 'Any funds will be placed into a trust fund for her three young boys. In addition, the family has expressed their wish to donate a portion of the proceeds to a charity close to their hearts — one that supports individuals and families affected by ADHD. 'Your generosity, no matter how big or small, will make a lasting difference and is deeply appreciated. Thank you for helping us give Rachel the beautiful farewell she deserves and for supporting her family during this heartbreaking time.' Ms Booth had been reported missing in the early hours of Saturday and seen on CCTV going into a garage. On Monday, it was announced that two underwater search units had been deployed to Delamere Lake holiday park, which is less than two miles from the petrol station. Her body was found shortly after. In a tribute released through Cheshire Police, her family said: 'Rachel, who was known to us as Helena, was a cherished member of our family. 'She was a guiding light whose strength, love and devotion touched us all. 'Her kindness was constant and her presence a strength to everyone she knew, a loving mother, wife, daughter and sister who can never be replaced but always present in our hearts. 'Her absence leaves a space, but her smiles are a memory we will treasure for ever.'
The Sun
an hour ago
- Health
- The Sun
I lost 3st in just 6 months on Mounjaro – but the best bit is a rampant side-effect I wasn't expecting
A WOMAN who lost nearly 3 stone in just six months on Mounjaro says weight loss wasn't the only benefit - as she made the most of a "sexy" side effect. Jackie Collins, 44, was a size 18 at her heaviest and decided to try a weight loss job after being caught in a "vicious circle" of dieting and binge eating. 8 8 8 After a friend suggested she try Mounjaro, within weeks Jackie began to notice her hunger reducing. She went from eating bags of crisps, chocolate and big portions of creamy pasta to fruit, salads and protein rich meals. Since starting Mounjaro in February on a 2.5mg dosage, Jackie has moved up through the doses, dropping from 17st 11lbs to 15st exactly and fitting into a size 14. She now plans to incorporate some exercise into her new lifestyle after purchasing a bike. But Jackie has had an unexpected side effect from Mounjaro. Jackie says the jabs have reignited the "passion" in her sex life with her partner, Carl, 44. The couple have gone from being having sex a couple of times a month to four times a week. Jackie, who works for a shop fitting company from Southampton, Hampshire, said: "Before, the times we were intimate were few and far between - I didn't feel sexy, so how could he find me sexy? "It never happened. I always said it was never him; it was me. "But since I've started getting that confidence back, the passion's come back. Towie star Saffron Lempriere reveals how she lost 12 pounds in 4 weeks - without fat jabs "We've gone from a couple of times a month to three or four times a week. "We're like kids again, which is great." Jackie knew she needed to make a change after finding that diets and walks weren't helping. She said: "I'd been struggling to lose weight for so long. 8 8 8 "Diets would spark out and I'd comfort eat and binge eat again - it was a vicious circle. "Last October, I did a charity walk for motor neurone disease. "When I walk, I march and I did the 75 miles in 3 weeks and I lost 2lbs - that was it. "I thought something wasn't right. "Mounjaro came up and I was told to try it by a friend. "So I did, and it's been brilliant. "The weight's been coming a few lbs every week - I can see so much difference and in my clothes. "I started off on 2.5mg and I would find the day after the jab I was a bit tired initially, but that was it. "The hunger wasn't there - I was very food orientated, and I'd have it on my mind all the time and a few weeks after I started it, that's when I really noticed that my hunger wasn't there. "You think you're hungry, you go to eat and you're not. "I'm now eating correctly, have lots of protein and more water. "Now my body is getting used to it, I fancy meals, but I don't eat as much. "I was plating up a roast dinner for everyone yesterday, but I hardly put anything on my plate, and I don't have to think about it." Jackie says her new look has given her confidence - allowing her to" feel and look good." She said: "I've got so much more confidence. "A while ago I bought a red dress and when I wore it all the buttons were popping. "I went and saw Craig David and now I was able to wear the dress and I felt amazing. "I felt and looked good." 8 8 What to do if you lose too much weight too quickly whilst on Mounjaro IF you're losing too much weight too quickly while on Mounjaro, it's important to take action to avoid potential health risks like muscle loss, malnutrition, dehydration, and fatigue. Here's what you can do: Evaluate Your Caloric Intake Mounjaro reduces appetite, which can make it easy to eat too little. If you're losing weight too fast (more than two to three lbs per week after the initial adjustment period), try: Tracking your food intake to ensure you're eating enough calories (apps like MyFitnessPal can help). Increasing protein intake to preserve muscle mass (aim for 0.6–1g per pound of body weight). Adding healthy fats and complex carbs (e.g., avocados, nuts, whole grains) for balanced energy. Adjust Your Dosage (With Doctor's Approval) If your weight loss is too rapid or causing side effects, your doctor may: Pause dose increases or lower your dosage. Adjust your treatment plan to stabilise your weight loss. Strength Training & Exercise To prevent muscle loss: Incorporate resistance training at least two to three times per week. Stay active with low-impact exercises like walking or yoga. Hydrate & Manage Electrolytes Drink enough water (Mounjaro can reduce thirst). Electrolytes matter - Consider adding magnesium, sodium, and potassium if you feel weak or fatigued. Monitor for Malnutrition & Deficiencies Rapid weight loss can cause vitamin/mineral deficiencies (especially B12, iron, and electrolytes). If you experience: Fatigue, hair loss, or dizziness, ask your doctor about supplements. Consider Further Medical Guidance If your weight loss is excessive or causing health concerns, speak with your healthcare provider. They might adjust your dosage, diet, or exercise plan to help stabilise your weight loss.
Daily Mirror
3 hours ago
- Health
- Daily Mirror
'We never used to have sex, then I started Mounjaro and it's four times a week'
Jackie says she and partner Carl are 'like kids again' after she started taking the weight-loss jabs A woman says she has gone from having sex "a couple of times a month to four times a week" thanks to Mounjaro after losing nearly 3st in just six months. Jackie Collins, 44, weight 17st 11lbs and was a size 18 at her heaviest and decided to try a weight loss job after struggling with the "vicious circle" of diets. After a friend suggested she try Mounjaro, within weeks Jackie began to notice her hunger reducing. She went from eating bags of crisps, chocolate and big portions of creamy pasta to fruit, salads and protein rich meals. Since starting Mounjaro in February on a 2.5mg dosage, Jackie has moved up through the doses and has now weighs 15st exactly and is a size 14. And Jackie now plans to incorporate some exercise into her new lifestyle after purchasing a bike. Perhaps the biggest change though, is Jackie says the "passion" in her sex life with her partner, Carl, 44, has returned - going from just a couple of times a month to four times a week. Jackie, who works for a shop fitting company from Southampton, Hampshire, said: "Before, the times we were intimate were few and far between - I didn't feel sexy, so how could he find me sexy? It never happened. I always said it was never him; it was me. "But since I've started getting that confidence back, the passions come back. We've gone from a couple of times a month to three or four times a week. We're like kids again, which is great." Jackie knew she needed to make a change after finding that diets and walks weren't helping. She said: "I'd been struggling to lose weight for so long. Diets would spark out and I'd comfort eat and binge eat again - it was a vicious circle. "Last October, I did a charity walk for motor neurone disease. When I walk, I march and I did the 75 miles in 3 weeks and I lost 2lbs, that was it. I thought something wasn't right. Mounjaro came up and I was told to try it by a friend. "So I did, and it's been brilliant. The weight's been coming a few lbs every week - I can see so much difference and in my clothes. I started off on 2.5mg and I would find the day after the jab I was a bit tired initially, but that was it. "The hunger wasn't there - I was very food orientated, and I'd have it on my mind all the time and a few weeks after I started it, that's when I really noticed that my hunger wasn't there. You think you're hungry, you go to eat and you're not. I'm now eating correctly, have lots of protein and more water. "Now my body is getting used to it, I fancy meals, but I don't eat as much. I was plating up a roast dinner for everyone yesterday, but I hardly put anything on my plate, and I don't have to think about it." Jackie says her new look has given her confidence - allowing her to" feel and look good." She said: "I've got so much more confidence. A while ago I bought a red dress and when I wore it all the buttons were popping. I went and saw Craig David and now I was able to wear the dress and I felt amazing I felt and looked good."
The Hindu
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Jazz saxophonist Carl Clements's passage to Indian music through bansuri
Despite his busy schedule as a jazz saxophonist and instructor in the U.S., Carl Clements has always 'loved visiting Mumbai', more so for his one-on-one bansuri lessons from Nityanand Haldipur, who has been his guru since 1999. Carl's latest visit to India, this July, came after a seven-year-gap. 'First there was a break due to the pandemic, and then, I had other commitments,' he says. While attending classes regularly, he also met his friends from the Mumbai jazz community, besides playing at two shows at the BlueBop Café, a jazz-themed venue in suburban Khar. Says Carl, 'Adrian D'Souza (drummer) is an old friend and he invited me when he heard I was coming down.' Carl, thus played with guitarist Sanjay Divecha, in the first show, and with Adrian, keyboardist Rahul Wadhwani and bassist Shashank Das in both shows. Carl shares an interesting story about his Indian music journey. Growing up in Chelmsford, near Boston, he was 'surrounded by jazz' because of his father's fondness for the genre. Carl took to pianist Dave Brubeck and alto saxophonist Charlie Parker, and soon decided to learn the saxophone. He learnt from Jerry Bergonzi and followed his advice of practising six hours a day. Later, he learnt from saxophonists George Garzone and Joe Viola. While studying music further, at the Berklee College of Music, Boston, and the California Institute of the Arts, Carl wanted to find out what else was happening in the world of improvisation. That's what drew him towards Indian music. 'I had read that John Coltrane (noted saxophonist) liked Indian music, especially Pt. Ravi Shankar. I told myself, if Coltrane likes Indian music, so should I', shares Carl, who currently teaches saxophone and improvisation, besides being a jazz combo coach at Amherst College, Massachusetts. Carl recalls how his friend, who was studying South Indian music, shared with him some veena recordings. 'I slowly started exploring Indian music and gravitated towards Hindustani. In California, I met Amiya Dasgupta, a disciple of Pt. Ravi Shankar. Though he played the sitar, he taught me singing and theory. I met his former disciple, David Philipson, who got me started on the bansuri. This was around 1989 and more in line with my music,' he adds. Carl also learnt the bansuri from Steve Gorn in California and says, he 'never thought of visiting India to learn', but, things changed when his wife, also an artiste, received a Fulbright grant. Though she spent time in the south, Carl accompanied her but stayed in Mumbai. He met American bassist Dee Wood, who introduced him to composer Dinshah Sanjana of the fusion band — Divya. 'Dinshah invited me to play with Divya where I met bassist Sanjay Swamy, aka Storms, at his recording studio. One thing led to another and I met other jazz musicians. Ranjit Barot introduced me to Louis Banks and suddenly, I was playing with all of them. Yet, the main purpose of my visit to India was to learn the bansuri.' The search for a guru led Carl to flautist Devendra Murdeshwar, son-in-law of the legendary flautist Pannalal Ghosh. 'He hadn't been keeping well, so I couldn't learn from him. I had met Nityanandji, who studied with Murdeshwar and later with Annapurna Devi. They all belong to Baba Alauddin Khan's tradition, so everything fit in.' Carl says he has not made a conscious effort to regularly blend Indian music into his jazz compositions. 'Indian music is vast, and I don't believe in just taking a bit and adding it to my tunes. As such, I take my training seriously. But there are pieces that are inspired by Indian music, or use of the bansuri. I was in the group, Sundar Shor, where I played the bansuri on jazz compositions. I have played pieces based on raag Shree and Desh in a jazz setting. In my latest album A Different Light, a piece called 'Sanyog' has a strong Indian element. In the same album, 'Good Luck, Bad Luck (Who Knows)', has the bansuri.' According to Carl, the trend of American musicians using Indian influences is not as common as it was five decades ago. 'Musicians are exposed to many global forms, they can experiment with various styles. There are some who do it, like drummer Dan Weiss who has made tabla a part of his language. There's the bansuri player Jay Gandhi, guitarist Rez Abbasi and a collective called Brooklyn Raga Massive. I also notice that more musicians get attracted to Carnatic music, especially the rhythms.' His own focus is on jazz. After returning to the U.S., he plans to complete his next album. Will it have any influence from his Indian musical learnings? 'These things aren't planned, they just happen. We improvise.' he smiles. Let's wait and watch.
Extra.ie
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Carl Mullan's wife 'won't have to do podcast' if one thing happens to him in premiere episode
Carl Mullan's wife has joked that she won't have to do the podcast she and her husband launched — as long as he's killed by a flock of seagulls. The 2FM DJ kicked off his new venture with his wife Aisling, which they called the How Are Ya Lovie podcast, with the podcast premiering on Monday (July 21). With the couple discussing how the idea for them to start a podcast, the premiere episode took a drastic turn as they discussed getting attacked by seagulls; with Aisling joking that should Carl die in a seagull attack, she'll be set for life and not have to do the podcast anymore (one episode in, mind you). View this post on Instagram A post shared by Carl Mullan (@carlmullan) 'Imagine if I was attacked by a seagull,' Carl told his wife, with Aisling immediately replying 'please do, seagulls. Please do,' before adding 'let's not imagine that.' Carl then took it one step further, saying 'Imagine I was killed by a seagull,' before laughing and adding 'what a way to go.' Aisling was thinking more about how she'd be able to live easily if her husband were attacked by seagulls, joking that the mortgage would be paid off; with Carl adding 'you'd even have the back garden camera as evidence, so they couldn't say it was you!' Carl Mullan's wife has joked that she won't have to do the podcast she and her husband launched — as long as he's killed by a flock of seagulls. Pic: Carl Mullan/Instagram 'Perfect, I don't need to do a podcast,' Aisling added while the pair burst into hysterics, with fans already loving the new pod. 'Ah love this,' one person commented, while another added 'Why do I feel this is just normal conversation in your house' alongside a laughing emoji. 'Couple goals,' another wrote, while another added 'Listened to the podcast this AM on the way to work and had a good few LOLs. Looking forward to the next episodes.' Carl and Aisling started their podcast, How Are Ya Lovie, on Monday. Pic: Carl Mullan/Instagram Carl and Aisling met when they were kids before they eventually began dating, getting married in 2022 and sharing three children together. Carl announced the podcast last week, sharing a photo of he and Aisling and captioning the pic 'hello is that a new podcast? How are ya lovie how are ya getting on? Coming this Monday.'
