All over the world, societies are facing a growing problem with obesity. This problem affects both children and adults. What are the reasons for this rise in obesity, How could it be tackled?

Nations worldwide are dealing with the increasing issue of obesity, which is a cause for concern for all age groups. There are two main causes, over-consumption of fast

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and lack of exercise. Possible solutions would be a

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tax on fast

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and special incentives for gym membership to get people exercising. One of the reasons that people are becoming overweight these days is that they are eating more junk

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, ready meals and convenience

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rather than cooking healthy meals at home.

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is because many people tend to lead a busy life, so after a long day at

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, it is easier to just buy convenience

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or get a takeaway.

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, a 2015 Report by the UK

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found that sales of these types of foods have risen considerably in the past 20 years. To tackle

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issue the

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should take steps to increase tax on trans fats, high sugar or unhealthy foods.

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, people would think twice about the foods they consume, which could lead to them losing weight. Another problem that needs to be considered is a lack of exercise.

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of leading a hectic life with

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commitments, many people are just too tired to go to the gym or join a sports club.

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, after

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, the vast majority of people prefer to come home and sit in front of the TV.

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, when people have time off they tend to relax rather than go to a gym. One possible solution is for employers to consider the well being of their employees and offer in-house company gyms or special incentives,

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as discounts to join sports or fitness clubs. If

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is implemented it would have a positive effect on people's health and a reduction in weight gain. In conclusion, being overweight is an increasing issue because of consumption of fast

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, convenience foods and not enough exercise due to

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commitments. The

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needs to look at taxing fast

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and companies should set up incentives for gyms, sports or fitness clubs.