The Wellness Filter

Daily clickbait detox

We read the clickbait so you don’t have to. From ‘you’ll never guess’ headlines to endless top 5 lists and ‘this one thing could change your life’ claims, we cut through the noise and give you quick, simple summaries so you can get on with your day.

  • Dieticians warn you should never take this vitamin at night

    Dietitians warn that taking certain vitamins (especially multivitamins containing calcium and B vitamins) right before bedtime may disrupt sleep, as calcium can interfere with magnesium absorption and B-vitamins may promote wakefulness.

  • The herb that can help shed water weight and relieve bloating

    Parsley, an ancient Mediterranean herb rich in vitamins A, C, E, K, flavones, and antioxidants, can aid digestion, reduce water weight and bloating, combat inflammation, support bone health, and potentially lower the risk of cancer and chronic diseases.

  • Women should be taking creatine especially in midlife

    Creatine supplementation (especially when paired with resistance training) supports women in increasing muscle strength, lean mass, and physical function, particularly during midlife and beyond, helping to counteract sarcopenia and reduce fall and fracture risk .

  • 3 Tiny Morning Habits that Will Change the Rest of Your Life

    By gently anchoring your morning before noon with three simple rituals - intentional presence, foundational focus, and small acts of self‑care - you consciously shape your day from the inside out.

  • Ditch Avocado: This Vitamin C-Packed Veggie Takes Toast to the Next Level

    By swapping avocado for roasted butternut squash toast, rich in vitamin C, fibre, and low in fat, offers a lighter, immune-boosting twist on breakfast that’s flavourful, seasonally smart, and nutrient-forward.

  • Experts Reveal a Simple Way to Boost Joy, Excitement, and Well-Being

    New research highlights that regularly attending in-person experiences - like markets, art shows, or festivals - naturally amplifies joy, emotional engagement, and overall well‑being more than virtual alternatives, thanks to immersive real-world connection.

  • 1 Proven Brain Hack That Boosts Happiness and Drives Results

    A simple gratitude-based daily reflection (bullet‑pointing one positive experience over 21 days) trains the brain from stress‑focused to growth and meaning, boosting mood, resilience, and leadership impact.

  • The herb linked to better memory, lower anxiety and Alzheimer's protection

    Rosemary, long prized in ancient memory rituals, is now gaining scientific attention for compounds like carnosic acid and 1,8‑cineole that support circulation, reduce inflammation, and may help preserve cognition and ease anxiety as we age.

  • Experts reveal the surprising side effects of a Vitamin D deficiency

    Beyond brittle bones, low vitamin D is subtly connected to fatigue, mood crashes, inflammation, cognitive decline, chronic illness risk, and increased mortality, but correcting insufficiency is low-risk, accessible, and scientifically supported.

  • Are collagen shots and supplements really the secret to youthful skin?

    From collagen shots to supplements, most claims about reversing wrinkles or restoring youth are overhyped; evidence is limited, industry-funded, and short‑lived, and dermatologist‑vetted approaches like sunscreen and retinoids remain the only proven routes to skin health.

  • 7 Serious Side Effects of Creatine

    While creatine is widely praised for its ability to boost strength and recovery, science‑backed warnings include mild kidney stress markers, digestive discomfort, and water weight, in most healthy adults these are temporary and avoidable with proper dosing and hydration.

  • Your Joyspan is the Key to Aging Well

    The NYT introduces ‘joyspan’ - a concept that shifts aging from merely adding years to nurturing lasting joy through connection, creativity, movement, and purpose - framing how we can age not just longer, but more meaningfully.

  • The Misery of Chasing Happiness

    Relentlessly pursuing happiness can backfire. While hedonic pleasures provide short‑lived highs, those who chase meaning tend to sustain long‑term fulfillment, and the most thriving individuals strike a balance by seeking both pleasure and purpose

  • 3 Daily Habits that Keep Holding 95 Percent of Us Back in Life

    Most people stay stuck because they operate in unsupportive environments, chase others’ definitions of success, and wait passively to “find” passion instead of actively creating it through intentional effort and presence.

  • Researchers Reveal Surprising Health Benefits of Watermelon

    Watermelon significantly supports heart and vascular health, boosts nutrient intake (like fibre, vitamins A, C, potassium, and lycopene), helps reduce added sugar and saturated fat intake, and aids blood‑vessel function during glucose spikes thanks to compounds such as L‑citrulline and L‑arginine.

  • Cheap daily supplement appears to boost brain function in older people

    A small, double-blind twin study from King’s College London showing that inexpensive prebiotic fibers (inulin and FOS) taken daily can modestly improve memory scores in adults over 60—suggesting a promising gut‑brain connection that merits larger, longer-term trials.

  • Fibremaxxing could TikTok's latest wellness trend actually make sense

    “Fibremaxxing” is TikTok’s trend of deliberately boosting fibre intake, and experts say adding just 7g a day (about half a tin of beans) could cut the risk of major diseases by up to 9%, as long as you go slow and stay hydrated.

  • What are the health benefits of sunshine?

    Moderate sun exposure, beyond just producing vitamin D, may offer broader health benefits (including potential protection against type 2 diabetes and colorectal cancer) though experts stress the importance of balancing sunlight with skin cancer risk.

  • Study finds water isn't the best drink for hydration

    A recent study from the University of St. Andrews found that milk (thanks to its combination of protein, fat, lactose, and electrolytes) hydrates the body more effectively over time than plain water

  • Massive review finds no 'safe' level of processed meat consumption

    A comprehensive meta-analysis published in Nature Medicine found that even minimal daily consumption of processed meat is associated with an 11% higher risk of type 2 diabetes and a 7% increased risk of colorectal cancer, leading researchers to conclude there's no safe level of processed meat intake.

  • Experts say doing this one thing every day can make you happier

    AOL reports that practicing a simple "act of joy", such as listening to music, doodling, or taking a brief walk, for just 5–10 minutes daily can significantly boost happiness and overall well‑being, according to The Big Joy Project study.

  • The first 10 minutes: why breaking your morning routine can ruin your day

    A study found that it takes about 25 minutes after waking for the brain to fully engage, and disruptions to one’s morning routine during the first 10 minutes can significantly affect mood, focus, and productivity for the rest of the day.

  • 7 daily habits that quietly built my dream life

    How a life was transformed through seven science-backed daily habits - starting mornings phone-free, intentional movement, focused skill-building, compassionate self-talk, protecting time and boundaries, nightly gratitude practice, and maintaining belief in an unseen future - that quietly compounded into meaningful change.

  • 8 enjoyable hobbies that secretly train your memory every day

    A range of everyday hobbies - like learning a musical instrument, reading, gardening, solving puzzles (e.g., sudoku or crosswords), learning a new language, creative arts (painting, knitting), meditation, and regular physical exercise - have been shown by scientific studies to consistently stimulate memory, concentration, and overall cognitive function.

  • Myth: All multivitamins are the same

    Truth: Not all supplements are created equal.

    Some contain forms of vitamins that are poorly absorbed (e.g., magnesium oxide vs. magnesium glycinate). Others might not meet label claims, especially cheaper brands with poor quality control. Look for evidence of independent testing or compliance with UK regulatory standards (MHRA or FSA).

  • Myth: You don’t need vitamins if you eat a healthy diet

    Truth: A balanced diet is ideal, but many people still have deficiencies.

    Factors like age, gut absorption issues, pregnancy, diet restrictions (e.g., veganism), or medication interactions can lead to deficiencies despite a seemingly healthy diet.

  • Myth: More vitamins = better health

    Truth: Megadosing vitamins can be harmful.

    Water-soluble vitamins (like B and C) are generally excreted in urine, but in very high doses, they can still cause side effects (e.g., diarrhea from too much vitamin C).