The Biggest Wellness Trends of 2025 — and Predictions for 2026 (Part 2)

takeaways

1. Emily and health coach Vanessa Sturman reflect on 2025 as a year of change in health and wellness, noting how screen time and stress management became mainstream concerns even among busy, successful people.

2. They discussed nutrition trends including fibre maxing, the 'Bang in the Beans' campaign, and the carnivore diet, with Vanessa stressing evidence-based eating and consulting a GP or registered dietitian before extreme elimination diets.

3. The return of the 'skinny' trend and wider use of GLP-1s was described as a damaging setback for mental health and body image after years of body positivity progress.

4. Health tech and biohacking were explored, including Emily's use of a red light mask and a Pulsetto vagus nerve stimulator, plus the growth of biohacking clinics, IV drips and the finding that women now make up the majority of clients.

5. Both emphasised free, accessible practices such as walking, getting into nature, forest bathing, breathwork, community connection and hobbies like belly dancing and tennis over expensive wellness products.

6. Emily shared her experience of the Neko Health full-body scan, and they debated body scanners, retreat culture and the growing use of AI for mental health and nutrition alongside qualified professionals.

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