Nowadays, overeating has become a serious problem for the wealthy nations, a problem which is even greater than hunger to others. Why is this happening? What can be the solution?

It has been universally acknowledged that the problem of overeating is escalating at an alarming rate in rich countries.

This

essay will

first

suggest that the biggest reasons are the stress or pressure from various aspects of life and the increasing number of junk

food

restaurants.

Then

argue some sensible solution to curb

this

grave concern. Commencing with the causes which are responsible for its growth.

Firstly

, the growth of restaurants in developed countries has made

people

obsessed with processed

food

. These kinds of

food

contain artificial flavours and highly sugary products which cause many health problems like obesity and heart diseases.

Secondly

, many

people

believe that depression is another reason for overeating.

In other words

, if

people

are in tension due to any problem in their life, it influences their eating habits.

For instance

, in a study from 2010, Princeton University researchers found that employees in a stressful working environment overeat as compared to workers with no pressure. What can be done? In order to solve

this

serious issue, some measures can be taken.

First

and foremost, the most effective method is to ban fast

food

.

Although

junk

food

is loved by all

people

, the government should impose laws to stop

people

from eating these types of

food

.

Moreover

, the authorities should raise public awareness through advertisements to encourage the public to avoid overeating and adopt a healthy lifestyle.

For example

, a recent study held in Germany has shown that 55% of

people

stopped overeating and started eating healthy

as a result

of a public awareness message. In conclusion, after taking everything into consideration, the above-mentioned problems could be solved by the given solutions. If the proposed alternative solutions were to be implemented, the potential problems could be reduced to some extent, even if not totally eliminated.