Emilie Lavinia is a health and wellness journalist. Her work explores themes of identity, wellbeing and ethics across print, digital, radio, podcasts, social media and television.

Journalism

Health & wellness stories

I’ve been a health editor for a decade, these are the 2026 wellness trends you need to know | The Independent

I tried the viral £300 body scan that promises to help you avoid illness | The Independent

Why you need to get outside if you want to boost your wellbeing | The Independent

What is infrared therapy? | The Guardian, Health & Wellbeing

Here’s why sleep yoga could be the answer to better rest | The Independent

Should you work out in a fasted state? This is what the experts say | The Independent

How much sleep do women need? | Woman & Home

Contraception options women need to know | GLAMOUR

Virginity testing is still happening in the UK | Cosmopolitan

Four women on their mastectomy recovery | Woman & Home

The best period underwear for your cycle | Woman & Home

Understanding your pap smear results | Woman & Home

What causes thrush and how to treat it | Woman & Home

The world can’t cope with Kim K’s nipple bra | Cosmopolitan

It’s time to put a stop to misogynistic wedding cake pranks | Women’s Health

What is generational trauma and what are the signs? | Cosmopolitan

A brief history of nipple censorship and why it matters | Cosmopolitan

What is weaponised incompetence? | Women’s Health

Priscilla opens the door to conversations about powerful men and those who support them | Cosmopolitan

This clifftop hotel is a star in the Balearics | The Independent

I thought resorts weren’t for me but this Mexican hotel changed my mind | The Independent

This boutique bolthole is a must in Mexico City | The Independent

Sex and dating stories