In some countries an increasing number of people are suffering from health problems as a result of eating too much fast food. It is therefore necessary for governments to impose a higher tax on this kind of food. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

In recent times, a few nations have observed a spike in the percentage of the population

that is

affected by health issues

due to

the consumption of excessive junk

food

.

This

leads us to the question should governing body of nations collect additional taxes on fast

food

. In my opinion, extra revenue should be collected

as well as

some initiatives should be taken to make healthy meals easily accessible.

Firstly

, the expenditure of the government on the health sector is increasing

due to

the rise in the count of people suffering from issues

such

as obesity, cholesterol, diabetes etc. which are all caused

due to

unhealthy

food

habits.

Moreover

,

such

issues can easily be avoided by following a proper diet and exercising.

For example

, the young generation is extremely busy and does not have time to cook meals at home

as a result

of which, they end up buying fast

food

as it is quick and abundantly available.

Furthermore

, the number of doctors and hospitals is limited compared to the rising number of patients which results in delayed appointments.

Secondly

, any nation would need a disease-free population for its development and growth. Every single citizen is the driving force in its progress.

Besides

, a healthy population would result in saving expenditure on the health sector and that same money can be invested in other sectors leading to economic growth.

For instance

, the additional tax received can be used to subsidise fruits and vegetables.

This

would be a win-win situation for everyone.

To conclude

, measures must be taken to bring down the number of folks facing illness

as a result

of fast

food

.

However

, some measures must

also

be taken to promote healthy eating habits.