Emilie Lavinia

London

Fitness and Wellbeing Editor at The Independent

Fitness and wellbeing editor at @independent. Formerly Cosmopolitan’s sex editor. Journalist, presenter and consultant investigating health, sex and wellness.

Articles

What is TMJ? Everything to know about jaw tension

4 days ago | independent.co.uk | Emilie Lavinia

If you’re wondering how to treat jaw pain, you’re not aloneEmilie LaviniaFitness and wellbeing editorIf you’ve ever experienced a stress headache, it’s possible you might be suffering with TMJ – a painful condition that the likes of Zoe Ball, Iggy Azalea and Dermot O’Leary have publicly discussed their struggles with. TMJ, which stands for temporomandibular joint, encompasses a range of symptoms, from recurrent headaches to acute pain in the joint and jaw muscles.
Is there a link between gut health and allergies? An expert explains

4 days ago | msn.com | Emilie Lavinia

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Is there a link between gut health and allergies? An expert explains

4 days ago | independent.co.uk | Emilie Lavinia

The Independent's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn commission. Could what you eat really affect the severity of your symptoms? Emilie LaviniaFitness and wellbeing editorAs allergy season looms and memes about locking oneself indoors begin to flood social media, many people are stocking up on hayfever medication and preparing to suffer through spring and beyond.
How to Finger a Girl or Anyone with a Vulva, According to Experts

4 days ago | cosmopolitan.com | Emilie Lavinia

Fingering might seem like a pretty basic sex move, but that doesn’t mean everyone knows what it takes to finger someone (whether it be a partner or ourselves) really well. So, whether you’re new to fingering or just want some tips on how to finger someone for maximum pleasure, well, we’ve got you covered. First, let’s make it clear why fingering is so vital. You might not know it, but fingering can be a really important part of sex and foreplay from the perspective of female pleasure and orgasm.
Why experts are urging caution on the ‘vagus nerve reset’ trend

5 days ago | msn.com | Emilie Lavinia

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is it possible to biohack your brain?

5 days ago | msn.com | Emilie Lavinia

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Why experts are urging caution on the ‘vagus nerve reset’ trend

5 days ago | independent.co.uk | Emilie Lavinia

Neurostimulation, including at-home headsets and in-clinic treatments like rTMS, is gaining popularity as a potential treatment for depression and anxiety. While at-home devices promise "mental fitness" benefits like improved mood and focus, scientific evidence supporting their long-term effectiveness is limited. The "vagus nerve reset" trend on social media, often promoting at-home neurostimulation devices, oversimplifies complex neuroscience, experts say.
Electromagnetic waves are being used to treat OCD and clinical depression

5 days ago | independent.co.uk | Emilie Lavinia

IN FOCUSWould you try an electromagnetic headset that claims to ‘reset the vagus nerve’? Emilie Lavinia investigates the world of neurostimulation and a new wave of in-clinic treatments for depressionFrom reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing.
Neurostimulation as a ‘cure’ for depression: is it possible to biohack your brain?

5 days ago | nz.news.yahoo.com | Emilie Lavinia

For most, the idea that you might don a headset to zap your depression away or use electromagnetic pulses to sharpen your cognition seems better placed in a science fiction novel from the 1930s than modern neuroscience, but these kinds of treatments are more common than you might think. In fact, you can now buy “vagal reset” gadgets to practice what’s broadly referred to as neurostimulation at home – Instagram and Tiktok are awash with ads for them.
How to choose supplements: Ingredients, quality, red flags and more

1 week ago | independent.co.uk | Emilie Lavinia

The Independent's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn commission. These are all the red flags you need to be aware of and what you need to look for, according to expertsEmilie LaviniaFitness and wellbeing editorIf you’ve recently scrolled on social media, listened to a podcast, used public transport or stepped into a shopping centre, you’ll likely have seen ads for supplements.