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Roland Rivron

Who is he?
Comedian and presenter.

What is he famous for?
Being a member of French and Saunders' backing band Raw Sex; being an accomplished drummer and presenting the BBC Holiday programme.

Why did he brave extreme health camp?
'I liked the idea of feeling "transformed". And, I wasn't quite sure what my inner-self was, so I was keen to explore that aspect of things. Generally, I wanted to be transformed in a "we can rebuild him" kind of way.'

Did he drink his own pee?
'Yes.'

What did it taste like?
'Not as bad as you might think.'

How has the course changed his life?
'I feel 100% fitter, healthier and wiser.'

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Lisa I'Anson

Who is she?
DJ, presenter and Celebrity Big Brother contestant.

What is she famous for?
Losing her job after failing to turn up to present her Radio 1 show after a big night out.

Why did she brave extreme health camp?
'Though I'm not an out-and-out hippy, I liked the idea of "clearing my soul". I wanted to come back and feel really light and pure and clean – and hollow, in a good way.'

Did she drink her own pee?
'No. I find the whole idea repulsive.'

How has the course changed her life?
'It's given me a chance to engage in some serious self-analysis.'

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James Brown

Who is he:
Lads' Mag pioneer and journalist.

What is he famous for?
Launching Loaded magazine and creating the Lads' Mag revolution.

Why did he brave extreme health camp?
'I have a compulsive, obsessive personality. I managed to kick my drink and drug habits, so now I would like to stop eating rubbish. And, I thought it would be a laugh.'

Did he drink his own pee?
'Yes – it tasted like two-day old wine.'

How has the course changed his life?
'At first, I was stuck between the desire to reach a higher spiritual plane and an equally strong desire to arse around. I got into it so much that I stayed on for a few days longer. I've definitely let go of some mental baggage.'

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Magenta Devine

Who is she?
Journalist and presenter.

What is she famous for?
Launching the award-winning Rough Guide travel series on BBC2 and being the face of 80s and 90s youth TV – and never being seen without her trademark dark glasses.

Why did she brave extreme health camp?
'I liked the idea of the spiritual challenge.'

Did she drink her own pee?
'My doctor says it is actually good for you.'

How has the course changed her life?
'I feel a hell of a lot better than when I arrived but I can't say I will be drinking copious amounts of salt water every day.'

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