‘I have been depressed, mainly because of what life has thrown at me’: Anthea Turner under the microscope

TV presenter Anthea Turner, 54, answers our health quiz.

CAN YOU RUN UP STAIRS?

I run everywhere, including the stairs (usually two at a time). I go to the gym about three times a week and mainly use weights for toning and shaping. I’m fairly knowledgeable about the type of exercise my body needs, having done classical ballet for a number of years.

GET YOUR FIVE A DAY?

I certainly do, as I love fruit and veg.

EVER DIETED?

Never! I think people mess around too much with their metabolic rate. I’m 5 ft 6 in and weigh 55 kg (8½ st).

ANY VICES?

I love crisps, especially chicken-flavoured ones. I also love red wine, peanuts and dark chocolate. And I occasionally enjoy fish and chips – there is no greater meal in the world.

ANY FAMILY AILMENTS?

None, thank goodness. My parents are both in their 80s and in good health. My grandparents didn’t die until their 90s. In fact, my grandfather died just before his 100th birthday.

POP ANY PILLS?

I take multivitamins as an insurance policy. Once every two weeks, I go to a London clinic for a treatment called RevivMe. You’re connected to a drip, which feeds electrolytes, vitamins and antioxidants into your veins to boost your energy levels.