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1 LONGEVITY WINEThere’s a new trend in drinking, and it’s all about sipping smartly – for your health. The Wine Doctor 2015 Shiraz, $295 for 12 bottles, is a patented resveratrol-enhanced wine, which boasts anti-ageing,

anti-inflammatory and anti-carcinogenic benefits. With over 100mg per litre of resveratrol compared to the regular one to six milligrams in normal wine, it delivers intense anti-ageing benefits, as long as you drink in moderation.www.winedoctor.com.au

2 ON DEMAND WELLNESSWe fell in love with Uber a couple of years ago – but this year, we discovered that you can use your smartphone not just for transport on demand but wellness, too, with apps allowing you to dial in a

massage, beauty treatments and even a quick workout. If you’re in need of some serious kneading, but don’t want to leave the house, download ZenNow App. It delivers qualified, insured and police checked massage therapists to your door. Priced from $75. www.zennow.com.au The 7Minute Workout Training Challenge App prompts you to take seven minutes to perform a few guided exercises. Do it a few times a day, and you’ve easily reached your quota. www.7minworkoutapp.net Finally, LUXit sends a qualified beauty therapist to your home for last minute waxing or tinting pre-party, or for detox body wraps. Makeup and hair packages, massage, facials and spray tans are also available. www.luxit.me

3 TURMERIC TINCTURESAnti-inflammatory, anti-ageing, anti-depressive … the benefits of turmeric have been all over the news, and this year we saw the wonder-spice in beverages served up in cafes across the country.

Consider swapping your coffee for turmeric herbal tea or a ‘latte’. Pukka Turmeric Gold, $7.95 for 20 bags, contains turmeric, cardamom, lemon fruit and green tea, to give you all the benefits of this miracle spice, without the yellow teeth. Ditto for Golden Grind, $19.95 per pack, available in three varieties that are sugar, caffeine, gluten, nut and dairy free alternatives to your regular morning caffeine fix. www.pukkaherbs.com.au www.goldengrind.com.au

4 FREEZE FOR LIFE Traditionally used by athletes to help them regenerate and recover faster, the CryoSauna is a modern (and way more comfortable) alternative to the ice bath. It sees you standing in a chamber,

exposing your skin to extremely cold, dry air (below

-140 °C) for three minutes (don’t worry – it’s cold but bearable). The sub-zero temperatures are safely achieved using liquid nitrogen, and they deliver myriad health benefits, including boosted circulation and lymphatic drainage (think: toxin removal, mind clarity, increased oxygenation, improved skin tone, and more). It’s also beneficial for fatigue, depression and anxiety, as well as mild or chronic pain relief, arthritis relief and healing after injuries. Sessions begin at $70 each.www.cryofitness.com.au At home, try Vanessa Megan Cryo Face Lift Ice Cube Treatment, $179.95 for eight. Each single dose ‘ice-cube’ application contains an active blend of natural ingredients. Store in the freezer and, once a week, massage one ‘ice-cube’ over the face, eyes and neck until it’s fully melted (morning is best). Benefits include de-puffing, pore tightening and redness-reduction, as well as long-term anti-ageing love. www.vanessamegan.com

5 COLONIC CLEANSING Cleansing your colon might sound like the last thing you want to do, but it could be the best thing for you if you’re not on top of your game, says Karina Francois from Infinite Health in Beaconsfield,

Melbourne. “When we are leading a not-so-healthy life, toxins can become trapped in the colon and be reabsorbed into the body. A colonic will help with flushing toxins, improving water and nutrient uptake and hydrating the body. Regular clients report fewer headaches, sharper thinking, improved sleep, and reduced irritations and allergies.” www.infinitehealthpractice.com.au

FROM FREEZING FOR FITNESS TO ANTI-AGEING WINE, WE TAKE A LOOK BACK AT 2016’S TOP WELLNESS TRENDS

– USE THEM TO SURVIVE PARTY SEASON (OR TAKE THEM INTO 2017). BY SHONAGH WALKER

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6 HERBAL HELPERSHerbal elixirs are so hot right now – and they can help you navigate late nights and over-imbibing, stress, fatigue and low immunity, says naturopath and

nutritionist Saimaa Miller, from the Last Resort in Bondi, Sydney. “Liver-supporting herbs, like milk thistle and dandelion root, will aid toxin-removal and help keep the body functioning efficiently. I also recommend passionflower and lemon balm to ease anxiety and promote restful sleep.” www.thelastresort.com.au

7 THE HANGOVER CLINICYes, it’s officially a thing. IV vitamin, hydration and energising solutions aim to restore the goodness that the booze stole the night before, or you can simply visit for

an immunity boost or power lift. There’s also an in-home option on weekends. Prices start at $49.95. www.activinfusion.com.au

8 NEXT LEVEL SMOOTHIESForget your simple protein powder - make your smoothie go the extra mile with The Beauty Chef Glow Advanced, $59.95. It’s bio-fermented super-food beauty blend

brimming with antioxidants, minerals and vitamins, essential fatty acids, amino acids and probiotics to improve gut health and skin tone and texture. www.beautychef.com.au

9 OUTSOURCE WELLNESSSometimes staying healthy is an insurmountable task, particularly at the pointy end of the year. It helps to have someone motivate and inspire you.

Enter Airtasker, an online platform that connects you with the expert you need to get back on track, be it a nutritionist, yoga teacher who can come to your home for a private stretch, wellness coach, or Feng Shui expert. Airtasker isn’t new – it launched in 2011 – but the company says that the number of high quality experts who’ve joined the platform has dramatically increased. Simply post your desired ‘task’ online, set your budget and you’ll receive offers from Airtasker workers. www.airtasker.com.au

10 GREEN UP YOUR HOMEIndoor plants were one of the hottest interior design trends of the year, and the trend is showing no signs of slowing down.

Surrounding yourself with indoor plants has multiple benefits, according to the green thumbs at Little Leaf. They purify the air, help combat positive ions that can wreak havoc on your energy levels, concentration and looks and they create a sense of calm that is thought to lower stress levels and combat anxiety. They’re also an affordable way to add flair to your home. Don’t have a green thumb? Plenty of plant vendors offer workshops in tending to indoor and outdoor plants, which is also a great way to relax at this time of year. www.littleleafco.com.au

11 DETOX BY CHARCOALYou may have seen videos involving teeth-whitening charcoal toothpaste floating around the internet this year. According to Francois, we’re

only seeing the beginning of charcoal’s uses in the health world. “Traditionally charcoal was used to soak up poisons and improve intestinal health, as it binds the toxins and eliminates them through the digestive tract,” she reveals. Regular ingestion (yes, you drink it, with juice or water) can remove unwanted toxins and bacteria from the body and eliminate general environmental toxins, she says. “It can assist with gas and bloating and can be an antidote to chemicals, drugs and poisons.” Take Arlo Blak, $24.95 with juice or water – it adds a subtle smokey taste to your drink – or use it as a mask on the skin – charcoal face masks are a long-used trick in the beauty world.www.arloblak.com

and bacteria from the body and eliminate general environmental toxins, she says. “It can assist with gas

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