A woman who blew £12k of her student loan on junk food and booze has lost 10st after ditching her unhealthy habits. Nicole Mealey, now 28, was forced to get a part-time job at university to fund her fatty life-style. And, by the time she graduated in March 2013, her weight had ballooned to 23st. Struggling to find flattering clothes for her size 24 figure, Nicole vowed to shed the weight. Now the pretty brunette weighs 12st 10lbs after slimming down to a svelte size 12.
This longhorn beetle demon-strates a dark side as it looks just like the devil .
AN EXERCISING turtle and an ice-skating chick are hardly everyday exploits in the animal community .
HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers .
RESTING his weary head on his flipper, this little seal pup takes a much needed nap after an afternoon of strenuous yoga .
STARING eagerly into the camera, this little toad is full of curiosity .
SEA LIFE and greenery in one shot show nature at its very best .
A cheeky chipmunk offers some of his spare food, before deciding against the idea and shoving the extra peanut into his already crammed mouth .
ARM extended and head flung back, this little chipmunk performs a loose-limbed yoga move .
TRYING their best to wriggle away, three adorable tiger cubs receive their health checks at Chester Zoo .
Destroyed buildings and overturned cars are seen after a huge tornado struck Moore, Oklahoma, near Oklahoma City, May 20, 2013 .
Primed and ready for action, this collection of striking images from the battlefield could be mistaken for authentic photos taking during World War II .
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