Many people think that every individual is responsible for their own healthy lifestyle. Others believe that governments should take care of it. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

There is little doubt about how vital it is for people to adopt a healthy

lifestyle

, but there are conflicting views as to who should be responsible for its promotion and enforcement.

Although

some believe that the government should shoulder

this

responsibility, others, myself included, think it should be every individual’s duty.

People

Suggestion

The people

themselves benefit primarily in their personal lives from eating healthily and taking more exercise. It allows them to remain healthy, avoid different illnesses like heart disease and arthritis, and enjoy increased longevity. Living healthily

also

allows them to be more active in the society and at work because they are more likely to feel energised and refreshed throughout the day.

Consequently

, they can focus more on their social and professional efforts, which could significantly increase their social and work status.

Therefore

, it seems logical to hold every individual responsible for adopting a healthy

lifestyle

. Some argue that governments should enforce a healthy

lifestyle

because they have the means to raise awareness through the educational system and introduce relevant regulations obliging their citizens to make the necessary changes in their way of life.

However

, most adults tend to change and adjust their

lifestyle

according to their experiences and desires after leaving school, forgetting most, if not all, of what they have been taught.

Furthermore

, it would be unwise for authorities to meddle in people’s private lives and have them conform to any regulation that affect their personal lives. In conclusion, I believe that individuals ought to bear the responsibility of following and promoting a healthy way of life since they can enjoy the benefits in their personal, social and work lives.