The obesity rate among teenagers has increased dramatically in many developed countries. Discuss some possible reasons for this increase and suggest solution.

The obesity has become a major concern in recent years, most youngsters are suffering with

this

problem, especially in wealthy nations.

This

essay will explain the causes and possible solutions to overcome

this

contentious issue. There are two main factors associated with it;

however

, the most important one is a lack of exercise. The growing popularity of video games has reduced physical activities among young children and they spend most of their time to play computer games.

For example

, A recent survey by the United States demonstrated that 75% of Australian children preferred video games

instead

of playing with friends in the park.

Moreover

, junk

food

is replacing home- made meal. Nowadays, both parents are working and they do not have enough to cook

food

at home, so they give a pocket money to their offsprings. In most cases of, America

this

money is spent by children on processed items

instead

of buying health dishes.

Thus

, lack of physical activity and ready-made meal lead to the obesity disease. With regards to solutions, both parents and government can play an important role to solve

this

problem.

Firstly

, parent should not only teach the importance of fresh fruits and vegetables, but

also

provide them a fresh and home- cooked meal.

Secondly

, government can restrict sales of junk foodstuff and soft drinks at school cafeteria. They should allow to keep only fruits at school canteen

instead

of junk meal. These two steps can assist to mitigate

this

issue at a greater extent. In conclusion, increasing obesity disease among youngsters is an extremely serious issue. If it is not taken seriously, it may have detrimental consequences for future generations

also

, so parents and government authorities can overcome

this

problem by teaching the benefits of healthy

food

and restricting sales of unhealthy

food

at school.