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The number of people who are at risk of serious health problems due to being overweight is increasing. What is the reason for the growth in overweigh people in society? How can this problem be solved?

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It is undoubtedly the case that urban areas around the world increasingly suffer from health problems
due to
 being overweight.There are several reasons for
this
 problem,and various measures could be taken by society and individuals to improve the situation. There are a variety of different factors that have led
the
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 major
causes
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can be
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being
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 that
people
 like to eat fast
food
.Nowadays,there
have
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 many restaurants and convenience
store
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 to provide options.The second reason is that
people
 do not eat the
food
 on time. Despite some obvious reasons described above , there are several actions that
people
 could take to solve the problems.
Firstly
,a simple solution would be
try
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 to eat original foods,try to make
it
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them
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 by
self
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,and choose
the
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healthy
food
do
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and do
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 not eat
to
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much fried
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food
 and oily
food
.The second measure would be for
people
 to not eat supper
,
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because supper is one of the
reason
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 to make
people
 become fat,try to measure calories and take
an
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exercise after having a meal. In conclusion,despite some obvious reasons,various measures can be taken to tackle the problem of health problems
due to
 being overweight.
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task response
The essay does not fully address all aspects of the task prompt. The reasons for the growth in overweight people are mentioned, but they lack detailed explanation. Additionally, the measures to solve the problem are briefly mentioned, but there is no development of ideas.
coherence cohesion
The essay has a basic logical structure, with an introduction and a conclusion. However, the supporting points are not well-developed. Each paragraph should focus on a specific idea and provide evidence or examples to support it.
lexical resource
The essay demonstrates a limited range of vocabulary and lacks precision. Using a wider range of vocabulary and specific terminology related to health and nutrition would improve the essay.
grammatical range
There are grammatical errors throughout the essay, including verb tense inconsistencies and sentence structure issues. More attention should be paid to grammar and sentence structure in order to convey ideas clearly and accurately.

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    • Sentence 1 - Topic sentence
    • Sentence 2 - Example
    • Sentence 3 - Discussion
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You are not ready for IELTS Speaking, if you

  • Can’t speak smoothly without pauses.
  • Use simple words and lack vocabulary.
  • Feel nervous and anxious when speaking.
Topic Vocabulary:
  • overweight
  • serious health problems
  • unhealthy food
  • sedentary lifestyles
  • physical activity
  • psychological factors
  • stress
  • emotional eating
  • body image
  • eating habits
  • cultural norms
  • portion sizes
  • awareness
  • education
  • nutrition
  • healthy eating
  • dietary choices
  • promoting
  • fruits
  • vegetables
  • whole grains
  • physical activity
  • recreational facilities
  • balanced diets
  • implementing policies
  • food advertising
  • marketing
  • healthcare professionals
  • weight management
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