No, probiotics aren't a waste of money - and here's why...
By aNGELA dOWDEN
UPDATED: 09:57 GMT, 10 November 2009
Are probiotics good for you or a complete waste of money? There are so many apparently contradictory stories about probiotics you'd be right to be confused.
Probiotics are the 'good' strains of gut bacteria that are important to digestive health and our immune system.
Recently there has been a slew of studies showing the health benefits of them. Yet many probiotic products themselves have been criticised.
Only recently scientists at the European Food Safety Agency (EFSA) threw out 180 health claims made for probiotics (such as 'maintains digestive comfort' or 'boost defences') on the basis that there simply wasn't enough evidence.
Yet nearly 60 per cent of UK households regularly buy probiotic drinks, supplements and yoghurts, so are they wasting money?
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Friendly bacteria drinks can ease constipation and irritable bowel symptoms
While there may be erroneous or unvalidated claims for specific products, many experts disagree with the EFSA stance, says Glenn Gibson, Professor of Food Microbiology at Reading University, a leading authority on gut bacteria.
'There's convincing evidence that the right products will do us good,' he says.
Specifically, 'a properly formulated probiotic drink or pills should benefit people who are travelling abroad and coming into contact with different bugs that might upset their system'.
Probiotics will also help anyone taking antibiotics, which kill good bacteria as well as bad, 'or people going into hospital where gut infections are rife'.
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Some friendly bacteria products also help ease constipation and irritable bowel symptoms by bulking out stools.
'The right product should minimise the effects of a gut infection,' Professor Gibson adds.
Probiotics can have a preventative effect, too, he says, which is why they are worth taking on a daily basis. They work by crowding out bad bacteria.
There's emerging evidence that some probiotics may stimulate cells of the gut immune system, possibly causing them to secrete molecules which then enter the bloodstream, improving immune response.
But which products are worth trying?
Professor Gibson's view is that, generally, all probiotics are worth taking - at worst they will do you no harm and even poorer quality products will make some difference.
Here, he offers his verdict on various popular products. . .
MORRISONS ACTIVE YOGHURT DRINK
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99p for 4 x 100ml
Cost per dose: 25p
Number of bacteria: 1 billion
Type: Bifidobacterium lactis Bb12
Expert verdict: 'This contains a good amount of probiotic bacteria and a useful amount of the prebiotic, inulin.
Prebiotics aren't in themselves bacteria, but boost their number by "feeding" them.
Prebiotics can also improve gut flora (microscopic organisms in the digestive tract) longer term, whereas the action of probiotics is always tras*ient.
'I'm a big fan of products that combine pro and prebiotics, and this is the product I currently buy.'
Rating: 9/10
YEO VALLEY ORGANIC PROBIOTIC YOGHURT DRINK
£1.39 for 500g
Cost per dose (125g): 35p
Number of bacteria: 125 million
Types: Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacterium bifidum
Expert verdict: 'There's no information on the specific strain of bacteria here, but this product contains reasonable numbers. And even if you don't get significant digestive benefits, it's still a calcium-rich healthy food.
'Lactobacillus acidophilus is well tested and widely used, but not as effective as some Bifidobacteria species. Ideally, formulations with Lactobacillus acidophilus should contain Bifidobacteria, too.'
Rating: 3/10
ACTIMEL
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£2.59 for 8
Cost per dose: 32p
Number of bacteria: 10 billion
Type: Lactobacillus casei immunitass DN-114 001
Expert verdict: 'Contains large amounts of a unique strain of a well-researched probiotic. It may help with antibiotic-associated diarrhoea, or that caused by C. difficile.
'It could also help minimise or stop traveller's diarrhoea or a stomach bug.
'A study indicated Actimel may reduce severity of wintertime infections in the elderly, and could help the body respond better to flu vaccinations.'
Rating: 9/10
TESCO NATURAL DEFENCES
£1.49 for 6 x 100g
Cost per dose: 25p
Number of bacteria: 100 million
Type: Lactobacillus casei
Expert verdict: 'A supermarket copy of Actimel, with probably similarly beneficial effects.
'But the strain of bacteria won't be the same, and it has fewer bacteria, too - which could make a difference to its efficacy. It's likely to be better for health maintenance rather than specific ills.'
Rating: 5/10
QUEST L. PLANTARIUM 299V
£10.99 for 30 capsules, from health food stores
Cost per dose: 37p
Number of bacteria: 1 billion
Type: Lactobacillus plantarum 299v
Expert verdict: 'The strain used here has been shown to combat the unpleasant gut symptoms linked to clostridia bacteria (which includes C. difficile).
'In theory, it would be good to take before a stay in hospital, but there are different strains of lactobacillus plantarum bacteria, and I can't guarantee the efficacy of this one.'
Rating: 6/10
YAKULT
Yakult
£2.50 for 7 x 65ml
Cost per dose: 36p
Number of bacteria: 6.5 billion
Type: Lactobacillus casei Shirota
Expert verdict: 'A well tested product, good for digestive health. There's evidence this strain makes parts of the immune system react less strongly - perhaps dampening down allergic reactions.'
Rating: 9/10
TESCO BASICS PROBIOTIC DRINK
50p for 4 x 100g
Cost per dose: 12.5p
Number of bacteria: 100 million
Type: Lactobacillus acidophilus LA-5
Expert verdict: 'This may help bolster your system against digestive upset, at a bargain price, but the number of bacteria are a bit low compared with products used successfully in clinical trials.
'Lactobacillus acidophilus is not as effective as some Bifidobacteria species, so ideally should contain some of these, too.'
Rating: 5/10
ACTIVIA YOGHURT STRAWBERRY
Activia
£1.55 for 4 x 125g
Cost per dose: 39p
Number of bacteria: 4.25 billion
Type: Bifidobacterium animalis DN-173 010
Expert view: 'This strain has been proven to reduce the time food takes to travel through the colon by 21per cent, so it can help with constipation. It also helps reduce the bloating that accompanies irritable bowel syndrome.
'But, you have to consume more probiotic yoghurt than drink to get adequate bacteria, so you may get more sugar (swap to the natural yoghurt version if this is an issue).'
Rating: 8/10
BIOCARE BIOACIDOPHILUS FORTE 7
£5.82 for 7 capsules
Cost per dose: 83p
Number of bacteria: 24 billion
Type: Lactobacillus acidophilus CLT-60 and CUL-21 and Bifidobacterium bifidum CUL-17 and CUL-20
Expert verdict: 'This has high levels of bacteria - particularly good if you're replacing bacteria wiped out by antibiotics.
'I can't vouch for these particular strains, although the manufacturers claim this formulation has been tested by patients taking antibiotics.'
Rating: 5/10
MULTIBIONTA
Multibionta
£4.59 for 30 tablets
Cost per dose: 15p
Number of bacteria: 10 million
Type: Lactobacillus gasseri PA 16/8, Bifidobacterium bifidum MF 20/5, Bifidobacterium longum SP 07/3
Expert verdict: 'The number of bacteria is the minimum dose I'd consider useful.
'However, the tablets have a coating that resists stomach acid, so more bacteria should survive. In clinical studies people reported suffering fewer colds or reduced cold and flu symptoms.'
Rating: 7/10
MULLER VITALITY YOGHURT
£1.90 for 6 x 100g
Cost per dose: 32p
Number of bacteria: 1billion
Type: Bifidobacterium sp. BB-12
Expert view: 'Contains bifidobacteria - the bacteria that starts to reduce in the gut as we get older, causing us to be more prone to gut infections.
'It also contains contains a good amount of the prebiotic inulin, which means the bacteria are effectively taking a food source down to the bowel with them, which will help them flourish and may become more effective than a product with higher amounts of bacteria but no prebiotic.'
Rating: 8/10
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Christine Lincolnshire.....don't take 6 bottles of actimel, take a capsule instead, they are much more powerful. I recently had a terrible reaction to antibiotics given for a UTI, my doc told me to take the capsules you have to keep in the fridge (and don't have them with hot food or drink either as it kills the bacteria). Though I cannot be sure I do think they are helping my digestive system recover.
- stowmum , suffolk, 12/11/2009 19:21
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This latest advice is useful and I don't doubt Glenn Gibson's authority on the subject. However, I would have liked to see some assurance in the article that he has no connection with the product manufacturers. But maybe,with his position being Professor of Food Microbiology at Reading University, that would be a given anyway? I am sure it's not the case here, but we do find out later in some cases that experts were paid for their research by those who stand to benefit, which puts a different perspective on the findings.
- Maggie , Hong Kong, 12/11/2009 03:42
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This latest advice is useful and I don't doubt Glenn Gibson's authority on the subject. However, I would have liked to see some assurance in the article that he has no connection with the product manufacturers. But maybe,with his position being Professor of Food Microbiology at Reading University, that would be a given anyway? I am sure it's not the case here, but we do find out later in some cases that experts were paid for their research by those who stand to benefit, which puts a different perspective on the findings.
- Maggie , Hong Kong, 12/11/2009 03:42
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There is enough of this stuff in your stomach....naturally, more can do you more harm than good.
- damien trollope , oxford, 11/11/2009 19:30
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By pure chance I started eating Danone Activia. I like yoghurt anyway. Within a few days, I noticed a difference. I have always been prone to IBS, this made a real difference. The doctor had just recommended I eat more bran!! If I stop eating it, I notice. Doubtless I could get the same result from other sources - but it was truly an amazing thing to me. It truly does what it 'says on the tin'.
- lizc , buckhurst hill, 11/11/2009 16:47
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Multi-strain probiotics provide much more benefit than single-strain varieties - a lot of research exists to support this. Competitive inhibition doesn't occur when the strains are formulated to be complementary - they only inhibit the 'bad' bacteria (a good thing!). In addition, many (not all) of the drinks contain bacteria in a form that DOESN'T survive the stomach acid and are a waste of money - always look for one that will survive the stomach acid and reach the large intestine. Finally, taking capsules ensures that you can travel with them, and they don't contain the high amounts of sugars and sweeteners that many of the drinks do. Evidence for probiotic benefit exists for IBS, weight management and much more, so they're well worth investing in - cheapest isn't always best. Take them for a month before deciding whether they are of benefit - if you do suffer side effects such as bloating, reduce the dose but keep on with them - it's normally your body re-adjusting.
- Emma Lynn , Grimsby, N E Lincolnshire, 11/11/2009 14:03
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Does anyone know of anything similar to these that contain neither lactose nor soja? I would willingly take them, if the ones I've tried hadn't made me ill because I'm lactose-intolerant and allergic to soya.
- Britexpat , Europe, 11/11/2009 11:28
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Why are they so expensive? Is it just another case of 'they're expensive so they must be good for me'. I buy them when they're on special offer.
- Pauline , Dursley, Glos., 11/11/2009 09:49
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I use the Morrisons one, which would be a lot better if it didn't have so much sugar in it, it is just way too sweet. The amount of fruit or fruit juices in it are miniscule (% on the label). Having said that, the price is pretty good. They used to work just fine but over the past couple of months, they don't seem to be working so I wonder if I have just become immune to them?
- sd , uk, 11/11/2009 09:40
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Doctor Udo's Probiotics have cured a recurring gas and bloating problem. I can now eat whatever I like again with no indigestion. They are expensive and need to be kept in the fridge but are worth it.
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Not ideal: Aubrey O'Day golfed in sky-high wedges That's hardly appropriate! Aubrey O'Day attempts to play golf in sky-high wedges at celebrity tournament What will those shoes be doing to the greens?
Angel unmasked! Make-up free Victoria's Secret supermodel Behati Prinsloo flashes her toned tummy while hailing down a cab Angel unmasked! Make-up free Victoria's Secret supermodel Behati Prinsloo flashes her toned tummy while hailing down a cab
Fresh-faced and fancy free: Cosmetically-enhanced Lisa Rinna proudly shows off her line-free face as she heads out without make-up Fresh-faced and fancy free: Cosmetically-enhanced Lisa Rinna proudly shows off her line-free face as she heads out without make-up
The cuffs are off! Fifty Shades of Grey author E.L. James reveals her next tome will NOT be as racy as her explicit hit The cuffs are off! Fifty Shades Of Grey author EL James reveals her next tome will NOT be as racy as her explicit hit She may even write it under a pseudonym
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Elisabetta Canalis dissed ex Clooney by backing Tarantino for the Best Picture Oscar... (but George still won) Elisabetta Canalis disses ex Clooney by backing Tarantino for the Best Picture Oscar... (but George still won) Loyalty to her former flame is clearly strained
Back to mommy duties: Halle Berry spends quality time with Nahla That makes two of us! Tired Halle Berry cuddles sleepy daughter Nahla after actress's big night out at the Oscars Red carpet shine had worn off
Megawatt grin: He was all smiles the day after his big loss to Daniel Day-Lewis He such a good sport! Smiling Hugh Jackman graciously signs autographs for fans Day after losing Best Actor Oscar to Daniel Day-Lewis
Model partier: A make-up free Cindy Crawford looks flawless the day after a night of Oscar parties Model party girl! Make-up free Cindy Crawford looks flawless ***owing night of Oscar soirees.. and jets out without husband Rande amidst split rumours
Melanie Brown Not a good look! Mel B goes overboard with the pale pink lipstick on way to Elton John's Oscar bash Nice pink gown, shame about the make-up
Family of Lupe Ontiveros left outraged after late Selena actress is snubbed during Oscars tribute Family of Lupe Ontiveros left outraged after late Selena actress is snubbed during Oscars tribute 'Disappointed' star did not get a mention
Jennifer Lawrence gave the middle finger in the press room at the Oscars on Sunday night Jennifer Lawrence flashes the middle finger in Oscars press room explaining she 'did a shot' before facing journalists That wasn't very classy
Turning down the thermostat could miccionan you suffer fewer coughs and colds Cold showers to kill off winter bugs and icy jabs to tackle prostate cancer: Why rearchers say feeling chilly can be GOOD for your health
Newly brunette Britney Spears hits the dance studio in sweats after partying at Oscars bash... and then meets up with her 'everyday Dave' Newly brunette Britney Spears hits the dance studio in sweats after partying at Oscars bash Singer wore shades and looked slightly weary from the festivities
Rise and shine: Heidi Klum tweets a picture of herself taking an early flight out of Los Angeles on Monday ***owing the Oscars Bet she needs that coffee! Heidi Klum jets out of Los Angeles after a late night partying at the Oscars Tweeted a picture of herself from the plane
Carole Stone Proof that it's never too late to marry... even if, like Carole Stone, you're 57 before a man proposes She's been longing her entire adult life to be wed
Jessie J Talk about attention-grabbing! Jessie J pounds the streets of NYC in bright red jumper and stilettos Clearly not worried about blending into the crowd
Brooke Vincent Did someone say all this is FREE? Corrie's Brooke Vincent leaves a gifting event barely able to carry her haul It is one of the perks of being a celebrity
catherine Tyldesley From chic to chav! Corrie's Catherine Tyldesley swaps her usually glam look for hoodie and trainers in style turnaround Usually immaculate
Jools Oliver Colour injection! Jools Oliver goes make-up free as she dashes through the streets in bright red coat Teamed with leopard print scarf
Marquess & Marchioness of Northampton RICHARD KAY: Heartbreak for Marquess's cheating ex Pamela Haworth, who began the romance with Dr Dan Stoicescu, has herself been dumped
From boyfriend to BFF! Selena Gomez hits up the Vanity Fair party with her gal pal Vanessa Hudgens, two years after revealing her romance with ex Justin Bieber at the same party No bad memories here! Selena Gomez enjoys a girl's night out with Vanessa Hudgens at post-Oscar Vanity Fair bash... where she first went public with Bieber
BEYONCE Beyoncé and Kings of Leon to headline this year's Virgin Media V Festival Only European festival appearance for the Halo singer
They can't get enough of each other! Goldie Hawn, 67, and her partner Kurt Russell, 61, enjoy a romantic stroll in the Pacific Palisades They can't get enough of each other! Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell enjoy a romantic stroll ***owing Mexican getaway Walked hand-in-hand
Suprise! Wissam and Janet wed in secret last year Actually, we're married! Janet Jackson reveals secret nuptials to silence rumours she's planning an 'extravagant wedding' to Wissam Al Mana
Oscars Did they co-ordinate their Oscars make-up on purpose? How A-list actresses from Nicole Kidman to Halle Berry wore the same beauty look
It's not just the fashion editors who slated Brandi Glanville's plunging gown - her dad was also unimpressed. 'Beautiful dress but way too much boob!' Real Housewives' Brandi Glanville shares her DAD'S verdict on that revealing red carpet gown
Old enough to be her grandfather! Steve Tyler, 64, cosies up to stunning 22-year-old actress Leven Rambin Old enough to be her grandfather! Steve Tyler, 64, cosies up to stunning 22-year-old actress Leven Rambin at Oscars party Just being friendly
No hiding here! Clea DuVall loosens up with gal pal for more post-Oscar partying at Craig's Lots to celebrate! Argo's Clea DuVall parties with her 'girlfriend' as they celebrate Best Picture Oscar Beamed in silver gown
Versace vixen! Amber Heard stuns in an embellished Couture gown at the 2013 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Versace vixen! Amber Heard shows off her flawless back as she wows at Vanity Fair Oscars party Daring backless gown is certainly an LBD
Is there anyone he didn't offend? Seth MacFarlane strikes a chord with critics as he jabs at women, weight and even compares Ben Affleck to the Kardashians Oscars Host Seth MacFarlane shocks with jokes about Adele's weight, actresses' boobs, and 'Chris and Rihanna's date movie'... Django Unchained
Quvenzhane Wallis was at the heart of two Twitter rows Spoof website The Onion forced to issue grovelling apology after branding nine-year-old Oscar nominee Quvenzhané Wallis 'a c***' in shocking tweet
Jennifer Garner loses her balance at the 2013 Vanity Fair Oscars Party in West Hollywood Not another one! Jennifer Garner trips on long gown at Vanity Fair party after the Oscars Jennifer Lawrence wasn't the only star to trip up
True Blood's Ryan Kwanten was left furious after being publicly turned away from George Clooney's post-Oscars bash at Craig's in Hollywood last night. Don't you know who I am? True Blood's Ryan Kwanten's awkward smile as he is turned away from Oscars party at restaurant Claimed to have invite
Uma Thurman in New York City on Monday Make-up free Uma Thurman chooses comfort over sex appeal as she dresses down to run errands Spotted out in New York City
They're getting married: Andy Samberg confirmed on Monday that the two are engaged So the ring riddle is solved then? Saturday Night Live alum Andy Samberg 'is engaged to longtime girlfriend Joanna Newsom' That looks tasteful
Roger Waters Madonna, Bruce Springsteen and Pink Floyd star Roger Waters are the three highest paid music stars in the past year What a line-up
Posh kids! Jaden Smith wraps in furry jumper as he films music video in New York... and stylish Willow gets a cameo Jaden Smith wraps up in furry jumper as he films music video in New York... and stylish Willow gets a cameo Their parents must be so proud.
Justin Bieber That's one unusual disguise! Justin Bieber blows off some steam... shopping in a GAS MASK You couldn't miss the leather-clad Baby singer in London
ROCHELLE 'We're not the Kardashians': The Saturdays' Rochelle Humes rules out filming birth for reality TV show That would be sharing too much!
In bed on the big screen: The pair co-star in Scary Movie 5, set for release in April Back in bed with Charlie! Lindsay Lohan to guest-star in Sheen's sitcom Anger Management as actor's therapy patient-turned-love interest
Victoria Beckham Jazzing up a dreary outfit with some animal magic: Victoria Beckham steps out in a pair of leopard-print heels on Eurostar back from Paris
Nicole Kidman Beautifully regal: First look at Nicole Kidman as Grace Kelly in new film Grace of Monaco Actress looks positively radiant in official movie stills
Madonna, boyfriend Brahim Zaibat and kids Mercy and David are spotted leaving through the rear of a Los Angeles building after attending a Kabbalah costume party That's not very family friendly! Madonna dresses as a dominatrix at costume party accompanied by Mercy and David Very strange wigs
Too hot for Instagram? Madonna gets cut-off warning just three months after joining social photo network ... and is she too sexy for Instagram? Naughty Madonna told off for sharing photos that 'contain nudity' Pop star just likes to express herself
In love: J Crew creative director Jenna Lyons poses with girlfriend Courtney Crangi in the new issue of V Magazine J Crew boss Jenna Lyons poses with girlfriend Courtney Crangi in their first-ever photo shoot as a couple pictured in the new issue of V Magazine
Irina Shayk Nobody's looking at the shoes! Irina Shayk poses in barely-there swimwear as she launches new Xti footwear collection with a hunky male model
Cringeworthy: French tax exile Gerard Depardieu hits the dance floor to perform Chechnya's highlander dance on a tour of the region Watch Depardieu dad dancing at Chechen dictator's reception on cringe-worthy tour of new homeland after abandoning France because of high tax
Kirstie Allsopp gives tips to revamp your home on a budget (but are HER shelves really made out of dusty old drawers?) Kirstie Allsopp gives tips to revamp your home on a budget (but are HER shelves really made out of dusty old drawers?)
Law and Order inspired by Chris Brown and Rihanna's abusive relationship Chris Brown's violent attack on Rihanna 'inspires Law and Order: SVU episode'... but this time things don't end well for the attacker Putting on a united front
Cara Delevingne has trademarked her name Not just a pretty face: Savvy supermodel Cara Delevingne trademarks her name She's set up a company with her property developer father Charles
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michelle obama First Lady Michelle Obama's £55 sell-out ASOS dress is back on sale by popular demand (and she's not the only mega star to fall for the High Street brand)
Amy Childs How many orange people can you fit in one room? Amy Childs gets to work as she breaks the World Record for spray tanning
Someone's trying to hard to stay on trend: Dannii Minogue steps out in baggy turn up leather trousers and camouflage jumper Someone's trying too hard to stay on trend: Dannii Minogue steps out in baggy turn-up leather trousers and camouflage jumper Spotted in London
Jane Fonda eats a burger outside Vanity Fair's post-Oscars party OSCARS 2013: She's earned it! Jane Fonda gets stuck into a greasy burger after partying at Vanity Fair party Couldn't resist order from In-N-Out
Did they forget somebody? Oscars tribute to dearly departed stars gives some veteran actors the snub OSCARS 2013: From Larry Hagman to Phyllis Diller... the late stars who DIDN'T make the cut as Oscars memorial snubs veteran actors Dedication list very short
boobs at oscars OSCARS 2013: Why DO celebrities like Heidi Klum, Irina Shayk and Brandi Glanville insist on revealing all on the red carpet?
Liberty Ross at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party in West Hollywood, California OSCARS 2013: Liberty Ross shows Rupert Sanders (too much of) what he's missing at Vanity Fair party... while Kristen Stewart simply looks awkward
Behind the scenes: Candid photos of the Oscar winners and presenters backstage on Hollywood's biggest night of the year OSCARS 2013: Behind the scenes... candid photos of the Oscar winners and presenters backstage on Hollywood's biggest night of the year
Photobomb! The stars let down their hair at the annual Vanity Fair post-Oscars bash, with Jesse Tyler Ferguson happily jumping into a shot of Miranda Kerr and Orlando Bloom OSCARS 2013: See how the other half party as MailOnline goes inside the Annual Vanity Fair Oscars bash Sara Nathan gets one of the hottest tickets in town
That's one way to draw attention away from a plunging neckline: Britney Spears shows off new chocolate brown locks as she arrives in low cut dress at Oscars bash OSCARS 2013: Not even a low-cut dress can distract from that hair! Britney Spears debuts newly-brunette locks at Elton's post-Oscars bash
Renee Zellweger OSCARS 2013: 'What has happened to Renee Zellweger? Botox overdose?' Academy Awards viewers startled by star's youthful look
Let's hope you don't trip in that one! Jennifer Lawrence swaps her voluminous gown for a slinky number at Vanity Fair post-Oscars party OSCARS 2013: Let's hope you don't trip in that one! Jennifer Lawrence swaps her voluminous gown for a slinky number at Vanity Fair post-Oscars party
Crowe-ing LIVE! Russell and Hugh Jackman prove their vocal talents as they lead Les perversoss cast in stunning Oscars medley OSCARS 2013: Crowe-ing LIVE! Russell and Hugh Jackman prove their vocal talents as they lead Les perversoss cast in stunning Oscars medley
John Travolta pulled up to the Vanity Fair after-party in a 1960 Rolls-Royce Phantom V, accompanied by his beautiful wife, Kelly Preston OSCARS 2013: And the Award for Best Car goes to... John Travolta! Actor rolls up to Vanity Fair party in 1960 Rolls-Royce Phantom Nice ride
There's a sneaky trick! Sally Field trades her heels for comfy trainers as she steps out to Vanity Fair party OSCARS 2013: Sally Field trades her high heels for comfy trainers as she lets her hair down at Vanity Fair party Opted for cute and comfortable
The toddler joined his proud dads, Elton and husband David Furnish, as they welcomed the stars to their annual party. OSCARS 2013: Elton John's son Zachary steals the show as he 'high fives' Bono at Oscars party The youngest guest... and coolest
Air kisses: Close friend Miley Cyrus and Kelly Osbourne team up at Elton John's Oscars party in LA on Sunday OSCARS 2013: Miley Cyrus and BFF Kelly Osbourne pucker up in daring white dresses at Oscars party Getting up close and personal at Elton's bash
Like to reach a great age? 'I don't want a slow crawl to the end,' he said 'I'm surprisingly fit, given that I'm nearly 50': Under the microscope with Graham Norton Chat show host reveals he won't have plastic surgery.
Lindsey Vonn 'There was just so much pain': Lindsey Vonn describes the moment of impact after her 80mph crash but vows she WILL ski in the 2014 Winter Olympics
'Angel': Six-year-old Adalia Rose Williams, who suffers from the rare condition progeria, with her mother Natalia Amozurrutia Six-year-old girl with body of an old woman... who sings Vanilla Ice, dances Gangnam Style and has own fan club: Adalia Rose suffers from premature ageing
'Went a little nutty at the Snack Shack!' LeAnn Rimes gorges on pizza, candy and chips at stepson Mason's T-ball game 'Went a little nutty at the Snack Shack!' LeAnn Rimes gorges on pizza, candy and chips at stepson Mason's T-ball game
Trendsetter: Daniel Craig as James bond in his Tom Ford Marko sunglasses The Daniel Craig effect: Sales of Bond's Tom Ford sunglasses up 80% ***owing the release of Skyfall... and his trunks are selling fast too Marko frames
Christina Aguilera and her boyfriend Matthew Rutler stop for burger at In-N-Out in West Hollywood, California That's why they call it fast food! Make-up free Christina Aguilera doesn't wait to chow down on a burger while boyfriend Matthew Rutler takes the wheel
Long Long Hair The Rapunzel family! Mother grows her hair to be over 6ft long and her three oldest daughters aren't far behind Terelynn's tresses are longer than her body
'What are any of these guys famous for?': Annie Lennox blasts The X Factor for creating the 'phenomenon of celebrity' 'What are any of these guys famous for?': Annie Lennox blasts The X Factor for creating the 'phenomena of celebrity' The singer's clearly not a reality TV fan, then?
Lucy Mek Lucy Mecklenburgh breaks down as she's confronted by Sugar Hut Honey who Mario 'cheated with' All revealed in new series of TOWIE
Beauty pageant queen and reality TV star Honey Boo Boo from McIntyre, Georgia, (aka Alana Thompson, pictured) is set to have her show broadcast around the world Honey Boo Boo aims for world domination as reality show is set to be a hit in Europe, Australia and Latin America What a lucky, lucky world!
Lauren Pope and Kirk Norcross Tempting fate? TOWIE's Kirk Norcross says he wants to be a 'young dad' as Lauren Pope shares pregnancy concerns
FW: Josie Gibson for Goddiva Lifestyle Images.2.jpeg Super-slimming Big Brother winner Josie Gibson designs debut collection for Goddiva (and models it, too) If you've (just) got it, flaunt it
Hugh Grant Swapping one cause for another! Hugh Grant and Max Clifford join forces to support horse charity Mane Chance at gala dinner Held at Berkeley Hotel
Nadya Suleman Octomom reveals she DOESN'T antiestéticar having her children taken away because she has a medical marijuana card The mother of 14 speaks about her habit
Third time luckiest! Daniel Day-Lewis makes history as he becomes first Best Actor ever to take home THREE Oscars OSCARS 2013: Third time luckiest... Daniel Day-Lewis makes history as he becomes the first actor to take home THREE Best Actor Oscars
Katie Holmes and Suri Cruise seen outside Think Coffee after having breakfast in downtown, New York City Forget your brolly? Katie Holmes and Suri Cruise brave the wet weather in New York City Suri particularly didn't look happy with the grey skies and showers
Whether you agree with her or not, she's not afraid to say it how she sees it Louise Mensch, beauty blogger: Ex-Tory MP and self-proclaimed feminist launches controversial site with tips on man-pleasing
Anorexia in children 'I'm hungry all the time and I can't eat': Mother reveals seven-year-old daughter developed anorexia in kindergarten 'A voice in my head tells me not to eat,' she said
Alexandra Burke Hat's an interesting look! Alexandra Burke heads to nightclub wearing a bizarre veiled beanie and embroidered leather jacket
J.C. Penney Teams With Marchesa's Georgina Chapman Red carpet looks for under £175? Marchesa designer Georgina Chapman launches eveningwear collection for J.C. Penney Already available online
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