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Jan 2025
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New Years Resolutions, The Myth of Calor...

The Wellness Scoop
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New year, new wellness goals! We’re diving into resolutions, the viral “Morning Shed” trend, and tackling phone addiction’s impact on mental health. Plus, expert Giles Yeo on calorie counting, and headlines you need: vegans’ gut health wins and loneliness as a rising health risk. Fresh tips, real talk, and inspiration to kickstart your healthiest year yet—don’t miss it!

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