Considering 2012 was a rather ominous year with impending doom at its end -- for the uninitiated, the Mayan calendar ends on December 21st -- health trends were on the top-of-mind for many -- you know, just in case some zombies have to be battled.
Many health trends, such as fast food nutrition charts, took more of a cautionary tone than one of encouragement. Fortunately, not all health finds were so looming, as exemplified by the lighthearted pandemic-fighting backpacks and heart-starting vests.
Regardless of what you believe will happen on December 21st, the top health trends of the year should provide you with the information needed to ensure you're in tip-top shape and ready for the potential need to get into survival mode. If you're a non-believer in the alleged apocalypse looking for a way to apply the patterns seen in 2012's top health trends in 2013, check out our Health Trend Report.
Top 100 Health Trends of 2012
From Stylish Workout Slippers to Fast Food Nutrition Graphics:
Armida Ascano — Jan 18, 2013 — Lifestyle
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Real Life Male Barbies
The Human Ken Doll is Unnaturally Beautiful
99
Unhealthy Bodybuilding Portraits
'The Four Horseman of the Oesophagus' Focuses on an Odd Pairing
98
Elite Fitness Graphics
The 'What Makes an Olympic Body' Infographic Takes on Team BMI
97
Cosmetic Transformations
Restorative Tattooing Featured on Trend Hunter's TV Promo
96
Water Bottle Nozzles
The Hygienna Solo Converts Plastic Bottles into Portable Bidets
95
Ironing Board-Like Desks
The XTable by Kibisi is Manually High-Adjustable Via a Crank
94
Calm-Inducing Furniture
Cocooning by Filipa Tomaz Provides Comfort and Relieves Tension
93
Iconic Mustache Styles
Select Your Stache Infographic Showcases Iconic Shaves
92
Sporty Ballet Shoes
This Concept Footwear by Guercy Eugene Hopes to Make Dancing Comfortable
91
Split-Toe Yoga Footwear
Nike Free Gym Ensures Comfort During Mind-Body Workouts
90
Comic Book Knife Ads
The 3M Nexcare Bandaid Campaign is Made for Cartoon Lovers
89
Butt-Kicking Healthy Food Ads
The Elige Vivir Sano Campaign Urges People to Exercise Will Power
88
Complete Body-Conditioning Charts
Reddit's Guide to Fitness Infographic Offers Health Tips & Facts
87
Nutritional Dog Treat Branding
NuBone Packaging Creates a Visual Link Between Bone and Ingredients
86
Pandemic-Fighting Backpacks
These Designers Against Aids 2012 Eastpak Bags are Quirky and Bold
85
Stylishly Wrapped Workout Socks
The Nike Studio Wrap Kicks are Minimalist
84
Yoga-Promoting Seating
The ZenCircus Chair is a Serene Piece of Fitness Furniture
83
DIY Rose Petal Scrubs
The Beauty Department Blog Creates a Homemade Exfoliate
82
Semi-Drugged Portraits
Half by Roman Sakovich Explores People's Superficial Judgements
81
Deceiving Vision Ads
The Sivo Lenses Campaign Unveils Scary Situations as They are
80
Party Drug Charts
This Ecstasy Infograph is Mind-Blowing and Highly Informative
79
Private Height-Adjustable Desks
The Tyde Table by Vitra Encourages Standing in Office Settings
78
Gel Pill Drink Packaging
This Vitaminwater Capsule Design Reinforces Healthy Content
77
Studio 54-Inspired Headgear
A DIY Disco Helmet Makes a Two-Wheeled Commute Super Groovy
76
Glow-in-the-Dark Bikes
The Pure Fix Cycles 'Kilo' Bicycle is Activated By Sunlight
75
Modular Fitness Furniture
The Jopple Stool Encourages Active Healthy Lifestyles
74
Healthy Diet Infographics
America's Nutrition Evolution is a Graph About Food Choices
73
Parallel Life PSAs
The 'Drugs Set Your Timeline' Campaign Appeals to Impressionable Facebook Users
72
Warped Face Ads
The Colgate Total Dental Floss Campaign Shows How Food Can Ruin Beauty
71
Deathly Emoticon Ads
The Brake Don't Text and Drive Campaign Sends a Morbid Message
70
Aquatic Exercising Ads
The Sport Life Fitness Club Campaign Shows Bulging Bellies and Toned Thighs
69
Mental Health Mood Walls
The 'Not Myself Today' Campaign Inspires a Simple Act
68
Hi-Tech Emergency Kits
First Aid 2.0 Guides the Lifesaver Through a Rescue with its Digital Screen
67
Propaganda Poster Drinking Ads
The UNICEF Tap Project Campaign Promotes Paying for Tap Water
66
Portable Diagnostic Imaging
The Radio Fast Radiology System Would Reduce Waiting Times in the ER
65
Food-Shaped Animal Ads
The LifeBuoy Hand Wash Ad Campaign Shows 'You Eat What Your Touch'
64
Invisible Bandages
The 'Chameleon Bandageis' is Designed to Blend into Your Skin
63
Fruit Imitating Popsicles
Beat the Summer Heat with These Cute and Kitschy Watermelon Ice Pops
62
Drug-Detecting Drinking Straws
The Anti-Date Rape Straw Helps to Prevent Sexual Assualts
61
Stylish Exercising Ads
The Reebok Sports Club Campaign Focuses on Fashion and Health
60
Flexible Fruit Branding
Bravocado Packaging Demonstrates the Adaptability of One Healthy Edible
59
Maned Hairbrush Marketing
The Biothymus F Anti Hair Loss Scalp Serum Ads are Sensitive and Silly
58
Happy Face Hour-Counters
Moody Watches Turn Mental Health into the Topic of the Minute
57
Fresh Fruity Branding
Be O' Juice Packaging Presents a Pure Image of its Organic Ingredients
56
Anti-Wrinkle Headbands
The Oyasumi Goodnight Brow Stretcher Stops Lines from Appearing
55
Fresh Food Satchels
'For a Healthier Lunch Break' Encourages al Fresco Eating at the Office
54
Braille Burgers
Fast Food Chain Wimpy Passes a Message to Visually Impaired Customers
53
Physiotherapy Furnishings
The Dstretch Helps You Straighten Out Your Aches and Pains at the Office
52
Interactive Program Packaging
Nucleus Branding Establishes a Congenial Connection with the Client
51
Enlightening First Aid
The Nursing Kit is a Compact Portable Clinic and Functional Flashlight
50
High-Tech Hands-Free Harnesses
The Sonic Walk Igniter is a Water-Resistant Music Player
49
Marijuana Vending Machines
The ‘Autospense' Dispenses Cannabis for Medicinal Purposes
48
Painfully Fashionable Drugstore Ads
The NK Pharmacy Campaign Appeals to Stylish Individuals
47
Emergency Inflatable Mats
The Fire Rescue Air Cushion is a Compact Self-Saving Device
46
Disguised Fitness Equipment
The Arceas Home Gym is a Vertical Planter When Not in Use
45
Office Stress Infographics
'Desk Rage: Tell-Tale Signs of an Overworked Employee' is Revealing
44
Mobile Heath Monitor Add-Ons
The Tinke by Zensorium Tracks and Records Your Vital Signs
43
Wrist-Sized EKG Machines
The Pulz Watch Tells the Time and Monitors Your Heart Rate
42
Mini Dental Message Ads
The Colgate Pro-Gum Health Campaign Advocates Healthy Mouths
41
Clawed Clip Bandages
The ITClamp Plugs Serious Wounds to Stop Excessive Bleeding
40
iPod-Like Electronic Cigarettes
The Pax by Ploom is a Stylish and Health Conscious Alternative
39
Lovely Olive Oil Branding
Secret to Live Packaging Entices Heart-Healthy Food Lovers
38
Picky Eater Projectors
MUGU by Ruixiao Design Helps Children Eat Healthy
37
Glowing Hospital Architecture
The 'Orangery' by Spacelab is Modern
36
Imbibing Advisory Guides
This Duffy’s Drinking Infographic Will Make You Re-Think Your Next
35
Agitating Aging Solution Ads
The 'Respibien: Breasts, Paunch' Prints Remind Elders of Good Days
34
Super Slim Hydration Packs
The Nike Split22 is Designed for Endurance Racers
33
Pre-EMS Apparatuses
COR First Response Cooling has the Capacity to Save Lives After Heart Attacks
32
Geographical Alcohol Ads
The Corona Extra Drink Responsibly Campaign Depicts Boozers' Boundaries
31
Broken-Down Machinery Ads
The Association for Smoker Awareness Campaign Likens Humans to Machines
30
Wearable Wellness Monitors
The Basis Watch Tracks Your Heartbeat & Provides Info On Your Health
29
Jungle Pampering Getaways
The Como Shambhala Estate is a Tranquil Health Spa in Indonesia
28
Direct Discouraging Delectables
The Fonderia Diet Biscuits are Temptation-Free Treats
27
Global Excretion Graphs
'Poop! The Four-Letter Word No One's Talking About' is Real
26
Box Lunch Reviews
This Happy Meal Infographic Deciphers Food Marketing Aimed at Children
25
Abstract Pill Sculptures
Disease by Noumeda Carbone Shows the Dark Side of Medication
24
Sightless Shopping Assistants
The See by Dinard da Mata Gives the Blind Eyes to Help them Shop
23
Wheelchair Accessible Showers
The Flume Bathtub is Made for the Physically Challenged
22
Mobile Meal Organizers
The Dabba Lunchbox Improves Transport, Portion Control and Presentation
21
Heart-Starting Vests
The A.C.R. First Aid System Lets Members of the Public Be Paramedics
20
Curvy Figure Purses
The Contour Canvas Bag by Molla Space is Slimming
19
Energy Generating Gymcycles
The Gyre9 'Green Revolution' Turns Boring Workouts to Power Workouts
18
Cancer-Combating Crotchvertising
This Awareness Campaign by Y&R has Testicular Fortitude
17
Secret Healthy Living Guides
The 'Scenic Route to a Longer Life' Infographic Discusses Longevity
16
Hopping Posture Seats
The Bounce Chair by Pedro Gomes is Fitness and Comfort While Sitting
15
Accelerometer Fitness Bracelets
The Nike+ FuelBand Monitors Everyday Activities for Healthy Living
14
Accessible Electric Engines
The Independent Wheelchair Assistant Gives a Power Boost When Needed
13
Handicapable Autonomous Autos
The Wheel Chair Mobility Independent Concept is for the Paralyzed
12
Elegant Antidote Branding
Habit Packaging Brings Class to the Recovery from Narcotics
11
Healthy Pizza Adaptations
Caitlin Levin Gives This Dish a Cheese-Free Makeover
10
Explosive Laxative Ads
The Phillips Milk of Magnesia Campaign Upends Common Eruption Scenes
9
Liquid Cuff Ads
The Utah Department of Highway Safety Campaign Urges Sober Driving
8
Newborn Overspending Graphs
The Billion Dollar Baby Scam Infographic Reviews Marketing to Parents
7
DIY Sweet Moisturizing Sticks
One Good Thing by Jillee Lotion Bars are Perfect for Mothers
6
Comical Lifesaving Bags
The Medkit Backpack is Inspired by the Video Game 'Left 4 Dead'
5
Protective Baby Pillows
Cocoon by Elodie Delassus Filters Noise and Germs for Sleeping Newborns
4
Stand-In Health Insurance Ads
The Mutualite Chretienne Campaign Puts People in the Shoes of Others
3
DIY Portable Juice-Boxes
The Gurefuru Chuchu Juicer Turns Fruit to Drink On-the-Go
2
Prosthetic-Inspired Crutches
The Flex Leg Unburdens the Upper Body for Natural Movements
1
UV-Cleaning Canteens
The Camelbak All Clear Sanitizes Your Water with a Lamp Inside the Cap
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African Blood Sport Photography
Hunters by David Chancellor Captures a Deeply Personal Pursuit
Glamorized Athlete Editorials
The Olympians by Joanna Kustra is Featured in Papercut Magazine
Candid Presidential Photography
Barack Obama by Terry Richardson is Revealed After Win
Character-Copying Children Ads
The Praia de Belas Shopping Campaign Promotes Newly Opened Theater
Fascinating Food Artography
Everyday Object Art by Kevin Van Aelst Makes Mundane Objects Awesome
Slightly Asymmetrical Workstations
Glitch Collection by Ryan Frank Exhibits Simplicity and Charm
Tomato-Throwing Photography
Spain’s Tomatina Fest Draws in People of All Backgrounds
Windblown Face Ads
The Brampton Transit Zum Campaign Promotes Faster Public Transportation
Customizable Desk Revamps
The Brick House 'DIY Neon Table' is Made by Hand
Beach Vacationer Photography
Tourist Stranger Self-Portraits by Benoit Paillé is Shot by Subj
Religiously Controversial Photography
'Mormon Missionary Positions' is Hilarious and Informative
Distorted Timeline Photography
Jay Mark Johnson Captures Images That Emphasize Time Over Space
Stacked Money Typography
The ‘Yeah, That Kind of Rich’ Ad Campaign Embodies a Lucrativ
Furniture Hiding Bookshelves
As If From Nowhere by Orla Reynolds is Cleverly Space-Saving
Ascendable Timber Escritoires
The Ladder Desk by Mars Encourages Your Upward Professional Progress
Social Media Danger Ads
The Facebook by TBWA Campaign Cautions About Online Interactions
Zoo Habitat Photography
The Captive Landscapes Series Captures International Animal Enclosures
Stock Photo-fighting Ads
The Lumini Photography Get a Better Campaign Advocates Better Imagery
Cool Coordinated Triathlete Clothing
The Nike Trois Collection Strives for Seamless Design
Notification Phone Covers
The FLASHr iPhone Case Ensures You'll Never Miss a Call
Submerged Sporting Photographs
These Olympic Pool Pictures Capture the Athletes in Action
Facial Disguising Portraits
The Delaney Allen Photo Series Omits Focus on the Subject's Face
Sinking Side Tables
Robert Van Embricqs Designs Furniture That Pops Out of a Flat Surface
Live Ken Doll Portraits
The Malibu Miami Male Model Scene Editorial Captures Artificial Beauty
Warped Face Ads
The Colgate Total Dental Floss Campaign Shows How Food Can Ruin Beauty
Fruit-Infusing Water Bottles
Aqua Zinger Adds Subtle Flavor to Your H20 Using Fresh Ingredients
Glowing Electric Sneakers
The Neon Converses from Etsy Will Light up the Night Sky
Aquatic Exercising Ads
The Sport Life Fitness Club Campaign Shows Bulging Bellies and Toned Thighs
Mid-Century Nelson-Inspired Workstations
Laura Desk by Phloem Studio is Both Modern and Classic
Nonsensical Olympic Commentaries
Samuel L. Jackson's Olympic Tweets are Hilariously Patriotic
Hi-Tech Emergency Kits
First Aid 2.0 Guides the Lifesaver Through a Rescue with its Digital Screen
Geometric Wire Lighting
Rock Garden by Kazuhiro Yamanaka is Modern and Austere
X-Ray Vision Headgear
The C-Thru Smoke Diving Helmet Helps Firemen Navigate Burning Buildings
Drinking Glass Sculptures
'Public Swimming Pool on a Background of a Field of Barley' Installation
Hungry Brain Ads
The Penguin 'Jamie's 30 Minute Meals' Campaign Satisfies Two Different Cravings
Contemporary Ad Agency Infographs
The Mad Men Career Comparison Chart Maps an Industry's Evolution
Literary Workout Ads
Federal Agency of Publishing and Mass Communication Campaign Promotes Reading
Glittering Bokeh Ads
The Fashion Cares 25th Anniversary Campaign Celebrates a Big Milestone
Burned Clock Ads
The UK Government Fire Kills Campaign Urges People to Check Their Smoke Alarms
Ill-Fitting Packaging Ads
The Dank! 2nd Hand Furniture Campaign Promotes Free Delivery
Floral Sporty Sneakers
These Nike x Liberty of London Shoes are Garden-Inspired
Architect-Inspired Workstations
The Plan Desk by James Tattersall Boasts a Very Large Drawer
Fairy Tale Polish Ads
The Avon Colortrend Contos de Fadas Campaign is Entirely Enchanting
Clothes-Loving Campaigns
The Palmolive Sta-Soft Ads Promote a Passionate Wardrobe Relationship
Infomercial-Mocking Hair Ads
Schwarzkopf Stylemet Campaign Introduces a Bad Hair Day Hairpiece
Cross-Cultural School Photography
The Classroom Portraits by Julian Germain Focuses on Education
Inappropriate Pipe Posters
The Off-Center Drag Machine Campaign is Suggestively Phallic
Digital Criticizing Ads
The AdPrint Festival Campaign Celebrates Print and Paper
Indestructible Steel Tables
The Twenty Gauge Desks Contain Aged Materials
Drawer-Interacting Furniture
Listen to Your Hands by Lee Sanghyeok Explores Object-User Experience
Toy Sculpture Possibility Ads
The LEGO 'It Begins With a Brick' Campaign is All About Imagination
Pre-EMS Apparatuses
COR First Response Cooling has the Capacity to Save Lives After Heart Attacks
Flipped Top Tables
The Doppeldecker Table Converts from Escritoire to Kitchen Fixture
DIY Personified Cheese Pops
The 'Cute Food for Kids' Babybel Snacks are Great for Children
One-Shot Photo Ads
The MWEB Cloud Storage Campaign Ensures People Don't Have to Pose Again
Faux Snowboard Ads
The Cerro Castor Ski Resort Campaign is Passionately Silly
Athleticism-Supporting Accessories
The Olympic Rings Necklace by StarsNscars Shows Support
Breastfeeding Men Ads
The Nanny Breast Milk Storage Bag Campaign Depicts the Impossible
Spotted Women Ads
The Ana Derme Creme White Essence Campaign Promotes Flawless Skin
Gentleman-Inspired Seating
The SINsa Chair by Jung Dong Sung is Dashingly Designed
Heart-Starting Vests
The A.C.R. First Aid System Lets Members of the Public Be Paramedics
Adorable Heartache Ads
The Bonjela Teething Gel Campaign Focuses on Childhood Woes
Ethereal Childhood Photography
The Lauren Withrow Brianna Beasley Portraits Portray Pure Innocence
Proper Gentlemen Pastries
The Cookie Fellows by Kirsty Sport Some Serious Facial Hair
Pie-Chart Carpet Ads
The Toshiba Satellite U840W Campaign Promotes Ultra-Wide Laptops
Fashionable Food Brand Ads
The Vanish Power Stain Remover Campaign Keeps Designer Clothes Fresh
Chastising City Campaigns
The Las Vegas Know the Code Ad Sticks Up for Prince Harry's Actions
Radiating Ramp Installations
The Koo Jeong-A Glow in the Dark Skate Park is Mesmerizing
Ping-Pong Homeware
The 'Punctuated Equilibrium' Table Mixes Sport and Supper
Cinematic Guest Ads
The NBC Studio Universal Campaign Revolves Around a Mummy and Cowboy
Carbonated Carnival Cocktails
The EasyBaked Cotton Candy Fizz Drink is Festive and Kid-Friendly
Men-as-Merchandise Stores
AdopteUnMec.com Makes Shopping For Men a Reality
Biblical Script Ads
The Sao Paolo Jewish Film Festival Campaign is a Play on Religion
Obscure Figurine Photography
Isaac Cordal Creates Zombie-Like Creatures in Cement Eclipses
Olympic Appearance Guides
This Summer Games Design Chart Gives Credit to Artists and Architects
Yoga-Infused Footwear Lookbooks
The Nike Women Holiday 2012 Collection Blends Exercise and Fashion
Villainous Butter Sculpture Ads
The Aloe Cholestop Bioenergy Nutrition Campaign Keeps People Safe
Playful Jigsaw Tables
The Puzzle-Table by Anders Guld Lengthens Piece by Piece
Curvaceous Cantilevered Furniture
The Form Follows Function Table is Sculptural
Stylish Auto-Branded Pop-Ups
MINI Lifestyle Store Showcases Fashion & Accessory Products
Tech Store Weapon Ads
The RadioShack Lifechanging Promotions Campaign Advocates Self-Defence
Mobile Home Offices
The Blackhawk Secretary Trunk has a Bond Worthy Design
Perforated Portrait Ads
The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Campaign Advocates a Cure
Text-Heavy Gaming Ads
The BRLOH Game Store Campaign Holds That 'Classic' Really Means 'Boring'
Transport-Savvy Braille Watches
'Metro Dot' Helps the Visually Impaired Ride the Subway with Ease
Emotional Makeup Ads
The Super Extend Waterproof Mascara AVON Campaign is Momentous
Coin-Made Character Ads
The Rusty Quarters Retro Arcade & Museum Campaign is Creatively Clever
Bloody Flow Chart Ads
The Armstrong Foundation Campaign is Dark and Brutal
Finger Swiped Product Ads
The Motorola ET1 Enterprise Tablet Campaign Makes Business Effortless
Anti-SMS Driving Campaigns
AT&T 'No Text on Board' Pledge Asks You to Stop Texting and Driving
Saddle-Like Seating
The Shetland Stool by Haworth Brings a Western Touch to Offices
Deflated Television Ads
The Toshiba LED Campaign Shows Less Body Means Less Fun
Homeless Old Car Ads
The Renault Megane DCI 130 Campaign Depicts Some Sad Situations
Mustache-Shaped Hair Accessories
Grab a Pair of Mustache Hair Clips and Show Your Dorky Side
Skeletal-Framed Furniture Designs
The Spaceframe Series by Gustav Dusing is Emaciated
Fees of Facial Hair Visuals
The ‘To Stache or Not to Stache’ Infographic Examines Move
Forest-Saving Sunglasses
Modo Eyewear Plants A Tree For Every Pair Sold
Shushing Blowdryer Ads
The Philips ActiveCare 2300 Hairdryer Campaign Lulls Babies to Sleep
Comically Tragic Gum Ads
The Wrigley Orbit Campaign Encourages Meal Separation
Local-Based Photo Feeds
The 'This is Now' Instagram Project Tells What is Happening in Your City
Surfer Graveyard Ads
Increase Water Awareness with the Protect Our Waves Campaign
Cheerless Camo Ads
The Homeless Veterans Project Campaign Helps Returned Soldiers
Panda-Printed Animal Ads
The WWF 2012 Campaign Encourages People to Join Their Team
Tunnel Vision Ads
The Stop Pain Social Initiative Campaign Sees Light at the End of the Tunnel
Visually Impaired Eyewear
The Navigation Blind Sunglasses Help Guide the Handicap
Tactile Page Printers
The Sim Cheong Printer & Scanner Makes Documents More Accessible
Drinking Straw Designs
The Kyle Bean 'Tube Map' is an Accurate Depiction of the Underground Tube
Emergency Equipped Knapsacks
The Mountain Rescue Splint Pack is Made for Remote Victim Recoveries
Conquering French Music Ads
The Musikaliska Concert Hall Campaign Promotes Classical Performances
Beverage Comparison Charts
The Cola vs Water Infographic Will Have You Thirsty for Aqua
Sexual Assault Satires
The 'Legitimate Rape' Pharmaceutical Ad Misinforms to Inform
Hairy Face Graphics
The 'Moustache o' Graph' is a Clever 'Stach Maintenance Infographic
Macho Facial Hair Accessories
The Mustache Tie Clip Sits in Until Hair Grows Back
Acoustic Assault Songs
The Legitimate Rape Song Will Inform You of What Constitutes This Act
Running Mileage Money
Nike Mexico's 'Subasta de Kilometros' Turns Jogging Distance Into Currency
Teetering Bottle Poppers
The Umbra Wobble Bottle Opener is Designed to Stay Standing
Bold Alcohol Bibles
The Book of Beer Awesomeness is a Drinker's Best Friend
Projected Direction Headgear
The Arrow Gas Mask Guides You Safely from Burning Buildings
Party-Inducing Antacid Ads
The Alka Seltzer Extreme Campaign is Fun and Youthful
Refreshing DIY Root Drinks
Rhubarb Raspberry Soda is a Fresh Delicious and Find
Olympic Consequence Videos
‘The Dark Side of the London Olympics’ Vice Documentary
Hangover-Curing Cocktails
The Bloody Best Bloody Mary Will Cure Last Night’s Party Woes
Beer-Branded Oaths
Take the Anheuser-Busch Pledge to Drink Responsibly
Digital Starting Pistols
The Omega Electronic Beeper Reduces Errors in Timing