Lisa Edmondson – Nurse, Women and Child Health & Hormone Lead, Master Holistic Health Coach
The health and wellness industry is one of the fastest-growing sectors globally. According to market projections, it is expected to reach around US $6.03 trillion in 2025, expanding to nearly US $9.11 trillion by 2033. Yet, behind these impressive figures lies a deeper question: how much of this growth is driven by real, sustainable investment in personal wellbeing—and how much is shaped by the fleeting influence of social media?
Across social platforms, we are bombarded with quotes and memes:
- “Health is wealth.”
- “The greatest wealth is health.”
- “So many people spend their health gaining wealth, and then have to spend their wealth to regain their health.”
These statements resonate, inspire, and are endlessly shared. But do we live by them?
The Social Media Effect on Wellness Choices
Social media has become the loudest voice in modern health. New diets trend weekly, fitness challenges flood feeds, and wellness influencers promise transformation in thirty days or less. While this constant flow of inspiration can be motivating, it often pulls people from one fad to the next, leaving little room for consistency or depth.
The danger lies in mistaking inspiration for action. Sharing a quote or liking a video feels good in the moment, but it does not create true, lasting health. Worse still, chasing quick fixes can distract from addressing the real root causes of imbalance in the body.
What Do We Really Invest In?
We don’t think twice about spending money on cars, houses, entertainment, or even hair and beauty. But when it comes to investing in our own health, hesitation often creeps in. A holistic wellness program might cost between $1,000 and $4,000 over the course of a year—yet that investment could unlock better energy, prevent chronic conditions, and create a healthier future.
In contrast, many people accept the path of masking symptoms: taking one pill, then another to counteract side effects, and eventually managing a cascade of prescriptions. This is not health—it is survival management.
True wellness requires shifting perspective. The real question is not “Can I afford to invest in my health?” but rather “Can I afford not to?”
Defining True Health
So what does true health mean to you?
- Is it going to the gym once a month, once a year, or building it into your lifestyle consistently?
- Is it simply taking the pills your doctor prescribes—or is it listening deeply to what your body needs at the root level?
- Is it following every new trend on social media, or is it committing to a holistic plan that supports long-term balance?
True health is not defined by appearances or trends. It is about creating alignment—physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually—so that you can live with vitality and resilience.
Taking Ownership of Your Health
At the heart of it, no one will ever care about your health as much as you do. Social media may spark awareness, but only you can take the steps to invest, commit, and follow through. The question each of us must ask is:
- What will it take for me to truly invest in my health?
- Am I willing to go beyond surface solutions and address the deeper root causes?
- Am I living by the wisdom I share and believe in—or just reposting it?
Your health is your wealth. The decision to invest in it is the most valuable investment you will ever make.
👉 At Global Health Clinics, we believe in helping you go beyond symptoms to uncover the root causes of imbalance. Through holistic programs and advanced diagnostic tools, we guide you to achieve true, sustainable wellbeing.