Lara Watson
Freelance editor and writer
Lara is a freelance editor and writer, specialising in interiors, crafts, wellbeing and creativity. She lives with her partner and their two little boys in a former Victorian school house in Devon.
Recent articles by Lara Watson
13 questions about your period you're too embarrassed to ask
Around 50 per cent of the planet have them, but do we really understand them? Experts help us demystify monthly menstruation.
Why your joints ache more in the cold and what you can do about it
The experts share tips on how to loosen up and combat stiff joints during the colder months – and what to do if you suspect there might be a deeper problem
This is how to tell if someone in your life is toxic (and how to cut them off)
Relationship experts and psychologists share tips for recognising when a friend or family member is having a negative impact on your life, and what to do about it
Experts reveal how to ease anxiety instantly
Manage anxious thoughts and feelings with these expert-approved, in-the-moment exercises
First date coming up? Don’t go without asking these questions, say relationship experts
Before you get entangled, consider their answers to these essential questions
23 expert tips on how to get the pay rise you deserve
Approach it right and a little more cash could be heading your way… Career coaches and leadership experts share their tips for greater recognition at work
Surprisingly easy ways to save money
Need to take hold of your finances? We talked to the experts about super smart and easy ways to budget that won’t drain all the fun out of life
The make up mistakes that make you look older
Many of us stick to our usual beauty routines for decades. We spoke to a beauty expert about the common pitfalls to avoid as we age
This overlooked nerve is your body's built-in "reset button" - here's how to use it
Experts share surprising ways you can strengthen your vagus nerve, and in turn your general health and wellbeing
Drink this and reduce your risk of bowel cancer today, says expert
Bowel cancer is currently the fourth most common cancer in the UK and the second most common cause of cancer death. Turn those bleak stats around with our expert tips
This is how to burn more fat when you exercise
Find out how to maximise the burn from fitness experts who use slightly different approaches to cater to different types of training
This is the perfect colour you need to wear based on your skin tone
Learn the theory behind selecting the most joyful colour combinations and how they can positively impact our everyday life
6 morning routines that will trigger weight loss
Trying to lose weight? Set yourself up for success choosing one of these morning rituals from six leading experts in health, wellbeing and nutrition
How to reduce your stress levels through your gut
Feeling the cortisol rising? Adjust your diet a little and give your gut all it needs to help keep your nervous system calm
Foods with the ‘Ozempic effect’ that trigger weight loss naturally
If you’re intrigued by weight-loss jabs but not in a place to commit, try honing your diet instead. Our experts share tips for nutrition that makes you feel fuller, longer.
Want to reduce signs of ageing? Experts unpack if retinol or collagen is better for your skin
If you’re looking to increase the plumpness of your skin for a more youthful look, then you need to try these iconic ingredients.
Never eat these foods, share nutritionists (and the dangers of not avoiding them)
Diet products, sugary cereals, live lizards… we’ve gathered top nutritionists’ personal lists of foods to avoid at all costs
A vital nutrient could be missing from your diet - how to correct it by tonight
Iron is a vital mineral in the human body, but it’s also an easy one to overlook. Is your body trying to tell you that you need more?
This is the best way to save your own life if you have a medical emergency at home, says doctor
It’s everyone’s worst nightmare. We ask the experts for the vital steps you should take to save your own life
These are the dirtiest places you've forgotten to clean in your home, says expert
Discover the dangers lurking in your home and how to tackle them.
Constantly tired? 40% of us are not getting enough of this vital vitamin
Are you getting enough Vitamin B12? A B12 deficiency can spell disaster for your energy, skin and nervous system. Here’s how to get more into your system.
Lose weight and lower your blood pressure fast with this science-backed diet
Designed to lower and manage blood pressure, DASH has also been helping people shed excess pounds
15 decluttering methods that make cleaning easier
From cobwebbing to the KonMari method, we explain the most popular decluttering trends
The real reason behind your unhealthy food cravings
Whether you fancy something sweet or salty, there’s a lot more going on under the surface. By tuning in to our bodies’ cravings, we can better understand our biology and thought processes
