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The third premise is that a broad definition of health is being used. According to the World Health Organization, “health is the extent to which an individual or group is able, on one hand, to realize aspirations and safety needs; and on the other hand, to change or cope with the environment. Health is therefore seen as a resource for everyday living, not the object of living; it is a positive concept emphasizing social and personal resources as well as physical capacity.” In other words, health is influenced by many factors, including where you live, how you eat, how you exercise, and how many friends you have.