In some countries, the average weight of people is increasing and their level of health and fitness is decreasing. What do you think are the causes of these problems and what measures could be taken to solve them?

According to a study, the average weight of people is increasing in

few countries

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a few countries

, which is, in turn, reducing their stamina and immunity levels. Overweight is always a problem and overweight causes numerous diseases and reduces the fitness. A healthy human body on an average needs 2000 calories per day. Anymore added calories can cause more harm than good. There are few causes which contribute to

this

problem.

Firstly

, the type of

foods

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food

intake and more advancement in technology is resulting in processed

food

, which is high in sugar and salt levels. Ready to eat foods like chips, cheese would cause more damage to our digestion system.

Secondly

, in few countries like India, people eat

food

at once in large amount

instead

of eating it in instalments.

This

habit would result

in digestion

a disorder of digestive function characterized by discomfort or heartburn or nausea

indigestion

problems.

Thirdly

, proper intake of water is another important factor that many people simply ignore. It is said that 3 litres of water per day can avoid any digestion problems.

Lastly

, lack of exercise: many people, especially in corporate cultures, spend most of their time in front of the desk. Due to these highly pressurised jobs, they find very less time to take

walk

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walks

for at least 10 minutes.

As a result

of these reasons, a healthy person becomes obese. These causes can be counter measured by following a proper

diet which

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diet, which

includes all

food

categories like fruits, vegetables, meats

instead

of

readymade

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ready made

food

, hydrating our body across the whole day. And

finally

, walking should be induced in our daily routine for at least 30 minutes. It is said that "Prevention is better than cure ".Though we have time constraints with our busy

schedules we

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schedules, we

have to balance between our routine and health