It’s the first working day of the New Year.
For many, this means the launch of some form of health kick that will hopefully see you stronger, fitter and happier by the end of 2024.
But how do you know which of the millions of activities, diets or mindfulness courses to take up? And what about your current workout routine — or the health trackers you rarely take off?
Should you invest in a New Year skincare regime or try a trendy fad like ice baths or Forest Bathing?
Thankfully, DailyMail.com has all the answers in our brand-spanking new wellness channel.
DailyMail.com’s brilliant new wellness channel will offer the most comprehensive – yet entertaining – analysis of the world’s most popular health and beauty trends.
This intriguing page will bring you everything you ever wanted to know about health and wellness – and offer fresh, expert-led takes on every new trend.
Topping the news on the channel this morning is an exclusive analysis of the most popular New Year’s Resolutions – including expert warnings that some could cause mood swings, weight gain and even kidney disease.
The wellness page also offers a startling investigation into the amount – and type – of bacteria lurking in your fitness tracker.
DailyMail.com carried out its own mini-scientific experiment, swabbing five fitness trackers to check for bacteria on the devices — and asking owners how often they were washed.
Three out of the five wearables we tested were found to be contaminated with shockingly high levels of bacteria.
A top biological scientist has warned that this bit of kit could be putting wearers at risk of itchy skin infections.
Meanwhile, respiratory health specialists explain which of your cold symptoms you should worry about the most – and how to know if it could be Covid.
Elsewhere, we’ll scrutinize the fitness hacks blowing up on TikTok, and bring you top tips from our bank of world-leading dietitians to help you make the best nutrition choices.
Mental heath is of course on the agenda; we’ll call on psychologists and psychiatrists to help decipher which of the latest therapies are worth trying and reveal science-backed tips to help you find happiness.
There’s a whole section dedicated to myth-busting – where we’ll cut through the pseudoscience to tell you if that supplement really does what it says on the tin.
This includes warding you off pricey gummy multivitamins and scrutinizing low-calorie shakes that claim to replace whole meals.
We will also not shy away from the wellness questions everyone is asking, such as how often should I have sex? And is it ok to masturbate while I have a partner?
One of the gems on our new wellness channel is an exclusive investigation into the bacteria lurking on your Fitbit or Apple watch. After two days in a petri dish, bugs begin to proliferate in samples taken from rubber and plastic bands
Our forensic and ever-curious wellness reporters will also pick up on emerging wel trends like full-body M.O.T.’s, the surge in interest in plastic surgery and new hangover cures.
Speaking of the exciting launch, DailyMail.com’s health and wellness editor Eve Simmons, said: ‘There has never been so much interest in what’s good and bad for us, thanks to the ever-increasing tide of lifestyle-related illness sweeping across the US.
We’ll tackle the health problems affecting you right now – like cold, flu and Covid, revealing how to know if your symptoms are the dreaded virus or not
As part of our investigation into the hidden health harms of your New Year’s Resolutions, we found that obsessing over fitness can lead to a range of serious problems
‘That’s why we’re offering a never-ending platter of stories, videos and graphics that will not only pique your interest but, with any luck, help to keep you well.
‘Studies show millions of young people now get health and wellness information via social media. While it’s great more people are seeking out advice about their health, it’s no secret that what you read on Instagram isn’t always reliable.
‘DailyMail.com will bring its expert journalism to this world, using experts in their field to find out if that ‘simple’ health hack or product is too good to be true.
‘So, even if you don’t wish to adopt a new wellness habit, you’ll save money by knowing what to avoid!’
