Best kitchen must-haves to kick-start a healthy new year

After the indulgences of the festive period, you might be looking to kick-start a healthier lifestyle after Christmas and build fresh habits and routines to take into January. Cooking from scratch, getting your water intake and hitting your five-a-day is easier said than done, especially when leading a busy lifestyle.

The best resolutions and healthy new habits are those which are easy to maintain in the long run. For those looking to save time, investing in handy appliances may help you stick to your goals with ease when it comes to the kitchen. 

Express.co.uk has scoured the web (and Boxing Day sales) to find some of the best appliances on offer right now that could lead you towards achieving your 2025 goals. And, to top it off, they come with savings of up to 41% off. 

All deals are accurate at the time of writing but are subject to change – and may even sell out (so be quick if you have your eye on a deal). 

Air fryers have continued to grow in popularity since being famed for low running costs amidst the cost of living crisis and being cheaper to use than conventional ovens.

If you’re looking to eat more healthily, air fryers are also a great option, as they require little to no oil, meaning that cooking meals in one is healthier than traditional roasting or frying.

That’s not the only benefit, as the time-saving aspect – air fryers can cook up to 50% quicker than a cooker due to their compact size – could mean that you’re more likely to cook something when in a rush, rather than grabbing convenience food.

The cost of an air fryer ranges considerably between budget options at Dunelm and Amazon, to premium devices from Ninja.

Air Fryers often go on sale, and right now there are plenty of deals to enjoy. Express.co.uk has rounded up a few of our top picks below. 

Blenders can be used for several different uses, but often smoothies come to mind first, as they’re ideal for creating fruit-filled drinks, but you can also create cocktails (or mocktails) and thicker smoothie bowls.

For those who are committing to fitness goals for the new year, a blender could be the ideal accessory, as it can be used to make protein shakes to take to the gym with you.

Another use is to make soups – a small blender can make one or two portions, or for more people you’d want to invest in a slightly larger model, but it’s handy if you want to use up vegetables from the fridge and increase your nutrients with minimal effort.

Express.co.uk has found a few of our favourite deals on blenders below. 

Water intake isn’t only important for hydration, it also supports digestion and nutrient absorption, as well as benefitting both the radiance and feel of your skin.

Sometimes, drinking the recommended two to two-and-a-half litres of water per day can feel like a chore and may not be the first priority on busy days. If not having time to refill a glass multiple times a day is holding you back, having the right vessel can make it easier to stay on track.

Buying a bottle that regulates the temperature of your drink could help keep it cool all day long, meaning it’s more tempting to drink and will stay chilled all day, which is ideal for taking out on walks and to the gym.

Express.co.uk has found some of our favourite deals on water bottles right now – including the ever-popular Ninja Thirsti (which has sold out more times than we can count!).