Gen Z seem to be redefining wellness in 2026, from skincare hacks and community workouts to mindful nutrition and digital detoxes. We’ve rounded up the biggest trends and the UK influencers leading the charge, so you can scroll, follow and save as you wish.
Flu symptoms 2026 – there’s a type A and B, but how long are we contagious?
Flu season 2026 is hitting hard. From sudden fevers to lingering coughs, influenza A is leading the charge in schools and homes. Most contagious in the first three days, you can spread the virus even before symptoms appear. Get the full timeline.
Can you contract chicken pox twice? 13 big searches on the beastly pox from this week
From whether you can catch chickenpox twice to oat baths, Sudocrem, vaccines and flying with the virus, we answer this winter’s big questions. Plus, UK vaccine updates.
What top lifestyle influencers were doing differently in 2025 (& my top follow recs)
Let’s get specific. What’s shifted across 2025, as we close out another big bang year in influencer marketing? Here’s my perspective, as a heavily influenced lifestyle editor, on where the big leaps and bounds were.
Unwrap calm: The 2025 Wellbeing Gift Edition
Our Holiday Wellbeing Gift Guide is filled with a handful of quality-over-quantity, team-approved gifts that help you slow down, breathe, and restore, from small daily rituals and nourishing supplements to comfort tools and moments of mindful pause.
How I finally managed to drink 2L of water a day (Hint – better taste really helps)
Struggle to hit your daily water goals? You’re not alone. I’ve tried everything, from giant bottles to endless tea breaks. Here’s how better flavour finally helped me reach 2L a day.
Breaking the scroll – The landline mode trend, plus other phone addiction tips to try
Many of us use our phones every day. And if we’re really honest, a lot of us are probably in the habit of just picking it up without thinking or just scrolling to decompress a bit during a quiet moment. The problem? Those moments add up. Here are some pointers that could help you get some of that time back.
What a GP wants you to know about health and longevity in 2025 (& the clinic to book into for super personalised care)
Across everything from gut woes to hormone imbalance, more of us are looking for a full-body approach to health and longevity, rather than just copy-and-paste care that treats symptoms as they crop up. We sat down with a GP to find out what this shift in healthcare looks like for her – and what she wants you to know before stepping into a longevity clinic.
The rise of therapeutic laziness – why we deserve guilt-free rest
PMS vs PMDD – How to tell the difference and why it matters
What happens when PMS isn’t just PMS? If your PMS symptoms are often more severe, or if they have a significant impact on your physical, emotional, or mental state, you may have Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). Find out more in this mini-overview.
Do tampons make cramps worse? Probably not – but know this one thing
Whilst tampons shouldn’t cause or worsen menstrual cramps, there’s an important thing to know that might make a difference in how comfortable you feel. Today, we’ll walk through it all – what really causes period cramps, whether tampons have any effect, what you can do to use them more comfortably, and when to consider switching to pads (or something else entirely) if tampons just aren’t working.
Do expired pregnancy tests work? Here’s what to know
Whether you’re trying to conceive or actively avoiding pregnancy, we know that taking a test can feel like a huge moment. So, let’s take a calm, clear look at what it actually means if your test is out of date – so you can take your next steps with confidence.
Can you still get a pap smear on your period? Your most-searched questions, answered
From spotting to scheduling tips, we’re answering your top questions about periods and Pap smears. Find out what’s normal, what to expect, and how your period might affect your results.
Probiotic suppositories for BV: It’s all about balance
In this guide, we’ll dive into how probiotic suppositories work for bacterial vaginosis (BV), how to use them effectively, and what you need to know before giving them a try.
Antioxidants, healthy ageing & 7 hero nutrients unpacked
‘Healthy ageing’ and ‘longevity’ are big buzzwords, right now. And for those of us who are interested in optimising our health as we age, research increasingly points towards antioxidants as key players in that journey. But what are antioxidants, exactly, why are they so important, and how can we make sure we’re getting enough of them?
The full body checkup which spotted my low testosterone (& a few other things)
What exactly goes into a full body checkup? Senior editor Jessie Day unpacks the Everywoman Health Check with Randox, uncovering hormone finds, liver health priorities and more.
Tirzepatide after pregnancy – my top questions and what happens, when
Looking into weight loss after weaning? Here’s everything our founder and CEO has learned about GLP-1 postpartum – specifically tirzepatide – and sustained, healthy weight loss after breastfeeding.
We finally got the courage to try mushroom coffee – here’s why we wish we’d done it sooner
Mushrooms are trending in a big way, right now. When the opportunity to try this brand new mushroom powder drink came up, our Content Manager Hollie jumped at the chance. Read on for her review, and – spoiler alert – find out why she wishes she’d tried it sooner.
Cherry juice for sleep – can the viral Sleepy Girl Mocktail actually help you get better shut-eye?
So what it is about the Sleepy Girl Mocktail? What’s the science behind magnesium and cherry juice for sleep? Here’s what we know.
Hormones and weight loss – the 101 guide
There’s a whole lot of advice out there (some of it more reliable than the rest!) but the fact is that taking steps to keep certain hormones in check can have a positive impact on your weight and metabolism. Dive into our no-nonsense 101 guide, for the whys and hows.
We took this hero PMS supplement for 2 months – here’s what happened
The prospect of trying out DR.VEGAN’S runaway success PMS Hero® premenstrual supplement universally appealed.
What your childhood might say about your adult relationships (& parenting style)
Unsurprisingly, the relationships that characterised our childhoods create an imprint for our adult relationships. But how does this happen? And more specifically, how do parents’ relationships affect their children? And does your parents’ marriage affect yours? Read on for the 101 from licensed marriage and family therapists.
