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The Guardian - US
The Guardian - US
Health
Madeleine Aggeler

Five people break down their wellness budgets: ‘incredibly expensive and time-consuming’

Woman writes on notepad, holding coin above piggy bank
‘Where is all that money going?’ Composite: Guardian/Getty Images

What does it take to be well? The answer varies from person to person. For some, it may require prescription medication and yoga classes; for others, it could be a vegetarian diet and regular doctor visits. One thing is certain: it costs money.

Americans spend more than $6,000 (£4,500) per person a year on wellness, according to the Global Wellness Institute. This makes the US “the largest wellness economy by far”. In the UK, per capita average wellness spending is $3,342 (£2,505).

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