Alanya Smith

Content Writer

Alanya is a Content Writer for Gathered, working across the digital magazine, website and wider outreach. She pursued her passion for writing and editing at university, studying Journalism, Media & Culture and Magazine Journalism, where she trained to become a PPA-accredited journalist.

Recent articles by Alanya Smith

An elderly man holding a prostate cancer awareness ribbon

This is the one symptom of prostate cancer that most men miss

Because one of the first steps to living a fitter, healthier life is knowing when to talk to your doctor

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‘Dopamine dressing’ is the surprising wardrobe hack that will boost your mood

Bold and bright colours can have a more significant impact on your mental wellbeing than you may realise

If you’re scared of these 5 images, you have this phobia

Trypophobia is a popular fear that impacts people across the world. Are you affected?

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Everyone is chilling their red wine – this is why

Whether you love a merlot or malbec, chilling may be the technique needed to enhance what’s in your wine glass

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These songs will reduce your anxiety in minutes (there's a science to it!)

These tracks will reduce your anxiety, make you feel calmer, and put you in the right groove for your day

A woman brushing her teeth against a brown background

Think you’re looking after your teeth? Celebrity dentist says you’re missing this vital step

Celebrity dentist Dr Hanna Kinsella shares the secret to a whiter smile

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Can AI solve your relationship dilemmas? We put it to the test (and were shocked!)

If you’ve used a chatbot to answer your relationship dilemmas, you may want to think again

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Thinning hair? Stylists say these tricks actually help it grow back

Stylist shares their industry secrets on how to give your hair some TLC

A heart is plugged into a keyboard with two keys. One key is marked with an "X" and the other with a check mark

This is why you should date someone you have nothing in common with, says relationship expert

The simple ways you can create chemistry with a stranger when it

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Grinding your teeth in your sleep? Here's how to quit the habit tonight

A celebrity dentist shares the urgent change you need to make to your dental routine

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12 cocktail cans you need to try this weekend

Skip the endless ingredients and washing up with these signature sips

A top-down shot of a selection of colourful cocktails

Health expert reveals the surprising drink you should avoid (and what you can swap it for)

When you’re looking for healthy swaps in your meal plan, drinks are often the forgotten factor making your diet unhealthy

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Dermatologist reveals their surprising skincare routine (and which ingredients actually work)

We know that your skincare routine is sacred, but sometimes less is more

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4 steps to protecting your dog in a heatwave

This is how to help your furry friend during intense heat

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Tired all the time? This unusual 'fish' could make all the difference

Cooking with this little fish could help you banish your fatigue

Sun streams into an open tent, which looks out on a beautiful landscape

Experts reveal the one camping mistake everyone makes that you can avoid

Before you pitch that tent up, it may be worth checking these tips first

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Stand-up comedian reveals the secret to finding your confidence

When it feels like life is knocking you back, it’s time to regain the power – personally and professionally

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From money saving to bargain shopping. The phone apps everyone should download today

From productivity to creativity and accountability – there’s an app to help accomplish all your goals

An unhappy man and woman sitting at a bar

'I had to Google some of his sex fetishes.' Dating confessions that will make you cringe

Because if you don’t laugh, you’ll cry

A young girl dressed up as a princess touches the head of a senior man dressed up as a robot

We asked strangers what they want to be when they grow up. We didn't expect these answers!

Colombia, black holes, and MILFs – the future of the public looks bright

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This surprising food in your fridge needs to be thrown away today

Stop wasting food and money with these budget and diet friendly tips

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Sick of dating apps? Here’s how one woman is transforming the way we find love offline

If you’re craving connection in your love life outside of your phone, we’ve discovered how you might just meet your soulmate

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These are the only five shoes every woman needs

Stiletto, sandals, slingback – this is your ultimate guide to shoe shopping

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These are the breast cancer signs most women miss, warns surgeon

Recognising the early warning signs for breast cancer isn’t just feeling for lumps. Here’s everything medical experts want you to be checking for