Rethinking the Cost of Living Well
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https://doi.org/10.62596/art.m5f6p085Keywords:
Healthy Living, Affordable Nutrition, Sustainable HabitsAbstract
This article challenges the widespread belief that a healthy lifestyle is expensive. Drawing from global studies, it shows that nutritious eating and physical activity can be affordable through smart meal planning, budget-friendly food choices, and simple exercise habits. It emphasizes that small, sustainable changes—like walking and home cooking—can significantly improve health without financial strain.
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