You Might Not Want to Hear the Real Secret to Being Healthy
Briefly

Health advice often contradicts itself, and while some factors can be controlled, many significant influences on well-being, like income and environment, are out of our control.
Most health improvement advice overlooks key factors like genetics and socioeconomic status. These determinants often exert greater influence than personal lifestyle choices.
The effect of money on health is pervasive, from access to healthcare resources to living conditions that support or undermine physical activity and general well-being.
A compelling aspect of our health is far outside personal control, demonstrating how issues like environmental context, past life conditions, and financial status shape health outcomes.
Read at Slate Magazine
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