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Millennials Embrace Personal Health and Wellness

Laura Criscione Generation Y, more commonly known as the millennials, are known as the generation who are obsessed with food and fitness; which is true, to a certain extent. Much research has shown that this age group care about their bodies and health overall more than previous generations. They care about what they put into it, and onto it. Most millennials have incorporated fitness and mindful eating into their everyday lives. They try to live healthy by eating right and staying active. They define staying healthy as eating nutritious meals, exercising and getting enough sleep. “For millennials, wellness is a daily active pursuit. They’re exercising more, eating smarter and smoking less than previous generations.” [1] Gen Y cares more about the food they put into their bodies, as they aim to buy more organic food as well as stay away from foods filled with GMOs. These foodies want fresh, natural food that is tasty, but also good for them. Despite many having financial stru