I am giving up sugar for the whole of November in aid of The Alzheimer's Society. It's not going to be easy, you do not get a voluptuous figure like mine by avoiding sugar but I am prepared to do in nonetheless.

When I was 18 I lost my beloved Grandad who had been suffering from Alzheimers for a couple of years. It was heartbreaking watching this clever, funny man deteriorate and his death left a massive hole in all our lives. Mine especially as he had been my father figure as I grew up. It was Grandad who taught me how to ride a bike, who instilled in me a love of crosswords and who took me walking with him.

I would like to raise some money in his memory to help fund research and support for people with Alzheimers. If you can spare anything I would be incredibly grateful.

Alzheimer’s Society is transforming the landscape of dementia forever.Until the day we find a cure, we will create a society where those affected by dementia are supported and accepted, able to live in their community without fear or prejudice.