If you think you're up on the latest wellness trends because you do yoga once a week and once had a turmeric latte, then grab a pen and paper. Pinterest has analysed extensive data of image sharing and search, to predict all things wellness in 2018.
So, here are the 'pins' that are becoming increasingly popular:
1. Gut health
This has been searched a 251% more than before, and users are using boards to research gut-friendly recipes. Digestion health is important for both your physical and mental wellbeing.
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2. Strength training (for actual strength)
A whopping 415% increase in people searching "strength training" means that gym goers are finally working out to increase their overall strength, not just size.
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3. Air Purifying
People are especially interested in "air purifying plants", and tips on how to clear the air have increased by 270%.
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4. Post-workout routines
Looking after your body after a workout is important, and searches for "post workout stretches" are up by 105%. So if you're usually one to curl up in front of Netflix and feel ache-y the next day, maybe look into this one...
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5. Hair health
2018 will be the year of ultra luscious hair - with searches for tips up 219%.
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6. Skin boosting vitamin
Vitamin C is the hot new trend in skincare, and literally everyone agrees - the searches have gone up by 3379% . WOAH.
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7. Tai Chi
If you're the sort of person who never shakes up their workout, then perhaps 2018 will be the year to try. Pin searches are up by 189%, and it's described as meditation in motion - creating whole body harmony and building strength and flexibility.
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8. Edible oils
Yup, essential oils are just for baths and oil burners; users are searching for recipes to use them in food 689% more. If you're going tot ry, make sure you use oils that are labelled "food grade" to ensure they're safe.
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9. Self-care staycations
Taking some time out is going to be big in 2018, as searches have already increased by 537%. Now that's a New Year's resolution we can get behind.
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10. Yoga Wheels
This prop is used for stretches, spine massaging, and more complicated postures, and Pinterest saves are up by 72%. Um, we may need to watch a few videos to work this one out.
