"The wellness industry is worth trillions, and introduces us to problems we didn't even know we had. It is awash with products that makes huge promises, often with little scientific backing, being flogged by those who don't have a deep understanding of mechanics behind them. It's also elitest, according to nutritionist Karen Newby. 'The time needed and expense of it all is so out of reach for most of us exhausted women who barely have time to make a cup of tea, take a shower,"
"However, she says, 'our body is not a problem that needs to be fixed by endless monitoring and expensive kit. Whenever I see a new longevity product on the market I ask myself these questions: What is it promising? Is there credible research behind it? Is it regulated? Do I really need it or is it just a novelty product?"
The wellness industry is vast and manufactures perceived health problems to drive sales. Many products promise longevity, beauty, or cure-alls despite limited credible research and shallow technical understanding behind them. The industry often targets people who are time-poor and creates an elitist sense that expensive routines are required. Constant self-monitoring and costly gadgets are not inherently necessary. Consumers should evaluate claims by asking about promised outcomes, supporting evidence, regulation, actual need, cost, and whether benefits can be achieved through foundational diet and lifestyle changes. Simple hydration and sensible food choices often replace pricey wellness items such as marketed electrolyte mixes.
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