Can you run up the stairs?
I can still go pretty quickly. But since I’ve had my heart problems – about four years ago, I had a stent fitted, then I developed atrial fibrillation – I’ve not enjoyed walking so much. My partner and I often go to our house in the country where I do a bit of gardening.
Get your five a day?
I eat quite sensibly, I think. My appetite isn’t as big as it was and I’m much slimmer.
Ever dieted?
Oh yes. I was dieting continually because you want to wear nice clothes. I’ve always had quite slim legs but a tummy. I’m 5ft and just under 10st.
I eat quite sensibly, I think. My appetite isn’t as big as it was and I’m much slimmer. Celia Birtwell answers our health quiz
Any vices?
I smoke occasionally and then I think ‘this is disgusting, put it out’, and then I relight it later. A packet lasts for about a week.
Any family ailments?
My father died at 74, far too young. He had a problem with his aorta (the main artery) and got gradually weaker. Mum lived to about 84 but she wasn’t in a good condition for the last three years. She was in a care home and stopped recognising us.
Worst illness/injury?
I had a hip replacement about ten years ago. Then I had the stent, and a pacemaker about two years ago. I often get heart palpitations which are quite scary.
Pop any pills?
A blood thinner (edoxaban), and doxazosin, bisoprolol and losartan for blood pressure. I also have a nitrolingual spray to calm my heart down.
Ever have plastic surgery?
Never. I know you can be all crumpled and then have your lips pumped out, but I think that looks ridiculous.
Is sex important?
Not as much as it was, but I have a nice relationship with my darling Andy. We’ve been together for about 38 years.
I’ve never had plastic surgery. I know you can be all crumpled and then have your lips pumped out, but I think that looks ridiculous
Hangover cure?
It’s quite nice to get drunk but since I’ve had heart problems, I’m more cautious.
What keeps you awake?
I sleep rather well. I love the electric blanket in the winter. I was the one who told Mr Hockney (David, the artist, a close friend) to buy one and he raves about it now.
Like to live for ever?
No. You can’t be too greedy about it …
- Celia’s new range can be found at joanieclothing.com
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