CNBC November 8, 2019
Cory Stieg

While millennials might seem to be more invested than other groups in wellness trends — from crystals to boutique fitness classes — they may be spending money on the wrong things when it comes to health, according to a new report on the economic consequences of millennial health habits.

In fact, the report from healthcare company Blue Cross Blue Shield and risk management company Moody’s Analytics suggests that these poor health habits and patterns could “hamper the future prosperity of millennials” and lead to long-term consequences for the U.S. economy.

Poorer health equates to lower income, Mark Talutto, vice president of strategy and analytics at Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBSA), the national association of BCBS’s various companies,...

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