In some countries people’s weight has significantly increased while their levels of health have decreased. What do you think may be the causes of this problem and what solutions can you suggest solving them? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words. You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Obesity
is a
health
condition in which accumulated body fat negatively affects a person's physical well-being and leads to more serious
health
disorders including high blood pressure and diabetes,
as a result
, it has been found to decrease life expectancy. Worldwide, there has been an increase in the number of people who are overweight, rising concern amongst the governments and
health
authorities.
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reasons
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and potential solutions
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this
problem. Poor dietary choices and improper
food
consumption habits are believed to be contributing to the increasing levels of
obesity
and its resultants. As more people lead a busy and hectic lifestyle, they face difficulties allocating adequate amounts of time to prepare healthy and nutritious meals.
therefore
, they are becoming heavily reliant on
consumption
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the consumption
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of energy-dense fast foods and sweetened beverages like soft drinks, which are offered at affordable costs and are easily accessible.
This
widespread availability and consumption of junk
food
has
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been regarded as the main reason behind
obesity
and related
health
issues. Imposing
tax
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on fast
food
,
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is an effective way that the government can intervene and thereby reduce the use of fast
food
, as a higher price can deter the person from buying these foods.
in addition
, certain medications can be used to minimize appetite or decrease fat absorption.
Furthermore
,
a
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surgery can be performed to reduce the volume of
stomach
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the stomach
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that can result in feeling full earlier or decrease the ability to absorb excess amount fat from
food
intake. In conclusion, I am convinced that
although
obesity
is a cause of premature death, it is completely preventable. by changing our dietary habits and eating healthy
food
, we can avoid
obesity
and lead
healthy
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life.
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