Stomas and cancer and crohn’s – oh my!

Devastating condition means I haven’t had a proper meal for 10 years

TV presenter and podcast host Lisa Snowdon on gut health, her powerful stress buster and the wise words from Clint Eastwood

Here are some of the letters you’ve sent us this month, including a lot of love for our July cover star Kirsty Gallacher, plus letters from readers interested in keeping themselves ageing well through our health and nutrition advice.

Breaking out

Enjoying a day at the beach with pals, Tessa had no idea what danger was awaiting her in the water…

Annie Bennett, 58, shares her moving story of discovering she had not one but two types of cancer, and how both have brought a new positivity to her life.