{"id":10615,"date":"2026-01-07T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-07T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/curiousdrive.com\/?p=10615"},"modified":"2026-01-07T21:33:34","modified_gmt":"2026-01-07T21:33:34","slug":"5-budget-friendly-ways-to-boost-your-health-and-wellbeing-this-january","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/curiousdrive.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/07\/5-budget-friendly-ways-to-boost-your-health-and-wellbeing-this-january\/","title":{"rendered":"5 budget-friendly ways to boost your health and wellbeing this January"},"content":{"rendered":"
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These are just a few boosters that will see you through Jan, and beyond. (Picture: Metro\/Getty)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Metro journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission – learn more<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

When January rolls around again, it\u2019s easy to get caught up in the furore of a ‘new year, new me’. <\/p>\n

However, if that doesn\u2019t resonate for you, or you simply want to make a few small improvements rather than a total rebrand, we\u2019ve got you covered. <\/p>\n

There\u2019s a handful of ways you can improve your health<\/a> and wellbeing, and a new month is the perfect time to wipe the slate clean after a busy festive period.<\/p>\n

That might mean moving your body more, getting outside every day, trying a new hobby or making it your mission to get more sleep.<\/p>\n

Thanks to Metro\u2019s shopping experts, who test products for a living and are more knowledgeable than most, we\u2019ve rounded up a select few favourites that can make all the difference.<\/p>\n

From plush pillows that feel like sleeping on a cloud, or the best socks money can buy so you don\u2019t have to deal with cold feet, there\u2019s something for everyone, and some are also slashed in price thanks to the January sales. <\/p>\n

Of course, there are plenty of ways to look after yourself without spending any money, such as going to bed earlier, less screen time, or drinking less, but these five items come expert-recommended, so if you\u2019re on the hunt to invest in yourself, you\u2019re in very good hands. <\/p>\n

5 Ways to Boost Your Health<\/a> and Wellbeing This January<\/h2>\n
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SiS Hydro Electrolyte Effervescent Lemon 20 Tablets<\/h2>\n

Electrolytes were everywhere in 2025 and while you don\u2019t need to be drinking them daily, they are great to have on hand if you regularly exercise or are recovering from one too many drinks the night before.<\/p>\n

They\u2019re great at keeping you hydrated, supporting your muscles and giving you energy, especially if you\u2019re feeling sluggish, tired or a bit foggy. <\/p>\n

These lemon tablets are the best, according to Metro\u2019s shopping contributor Louise Whitbread. <\/p>\n

Add them to a glass of water and wait a few seconds until they\u2019ve dissolved and enjoy the lovely lemon flavour that isn\u2019t sickly sweet. <\/p>\n

For less than \u00a38 you get 20 tablets per tube, each packed with 300mg of electrolytes. <\/p>\n

Buy now for \u00a36.46 (was \u00a37.60) at holland & barrett<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Boutique Silk Pillows Bundle<\/h2>\n

A good night\u2019s sleep is essential and Metro\u2019s senior commerce writer Lydia Wheatley, had nothing but high praise for these medium-firm Boutique Silk Pillows. <\/p>\n

She described them as like 'resting your head on a cloud', and found she slept 'incredibly well' without being left with a stiff neck. <\/p>\n

Best of all they hold their shape night after night's sleep! <\/p>\n

A pair is currently on sale too, down from \u00a376 to \u00a371.44, and given that you\u2019ll lay your head on them every day, the cost-per-use is fabulously low.<\/p>\n

Buy now for \u00a371.44 (Was \u00a376) at fine bedding<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Uniqlo Heattch Socks<\/h2>\n

Socks may seem an insignificant purchase, but these are the most practical purchases you make this winter, especially if it\u2019s your goal to walk more. <\/p>\n

Uniqlo\u2019s heattech range is cleverly designed to insulate without adding bulk, and I\u2019ve worn this pair almost every day in December alone (I have multiple versions). <\/p>\n

They add the perfect pop of colour under your jeans, keep my feet permanently warm but aren\u2019t so chunky I can\u2019t fit my trainers on. <\/p>\n

It\u2019s a small but mighty difference to my everyday wellbeing, but are less than a tenner. <\/p>\n

I can\u2019t recommend them enough if you\u2019re always cold.<\/p>\n

Buy now for \u00a37.90 at uniqlo<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Utobest Running Vest<\/h2>\n

If picking up running is on your New Year's to-do list, Metro\u2019s shopping contributor Louise Whitbread recommends buying yourself a running vest if you\u2019d like to work towards long distances. <\/p>\n

She has worn this one from Amazon to run three marathons and has nothing but positive things to report, especially how affordable it is – some running vests can cost three times the price. <\/p>\n

It can store all your valuables, such as a bank card, house keys, lip balm, water, and Lucozade bottles, thanks to six separate compartments, including a 5-litre zipped compartment at the back. <\/p>\n

There\u2019s also a whistle, which comes in handy if you're running alone and need help, and reflective strips on the front and back for extra visibility if you\u2019re running in the dark.<\/p>\n

Buy now for \u00a325.02 (Was \u00a327.80) at amazon<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Night Lark Seersucker Coverless Duvet Set<\/h2>\n

Another sleep-related find loved by Metro\u2019s senior commerce writer Lydia Wheatley is this duvet set from Night Lark.<\/p>\n

Snuggly and practical, this seersucker set can be popped in the washing machine, comes with two pillowcases and has a super-soft built-in cover, so you\u2019ll never need to wrestle with a twister duvet cover in the middle of the night again. <\/p>\n

'I worried at first that the duvet would be far too light, but as soon as I got myself under it, I was proven totally wrong,' she said, adding, 'there\u2019s something properly special about the innovative duvet filling, which got me instantly toasty, while the outer cover remained lightweight on my skin to keep me from overheating.'<\/p>\n

Buy now from \u00a350<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

So what are you waiting for? These budget buys are just what we need, to make it through January… alive.<\/p>\n

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Share your views in the comments below<\/strong><\/p>\n

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