More children in developed countries are becoming overweight. This is a serious problem for wealthy countries. Discuss some causes and effects of this problem. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

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essay will explore the causes of obesity among of the
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generations had
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to go out and play with their peers and the computer-based game did not exist. The effects can be significant, especially on children's health
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risk of developing chronic conditions
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world are so busy and do not a plenty of time to
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homemade meals,
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appealing advertisements and promotions.
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nutrient deficiencies because
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essential vitamins, minerals and so on. to some up, Regarding
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more becoming overweight. From my
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Improve grammatical structure and verb usage, e.g., 'obesity in kids have been' should be 'obesity in children has been.'
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Ensure subject-verb agreement, e.g., 'there are widely concern' should be 'there is widespread concern.'
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Enhance the use of cohesive devices to ensure smooth transitions between ideas.
task response
Provide more specific examples to support the main point regarding unhealthy eating habits.
introduction
The introduction clearly outlines the intention to explore causes and effects of childhood obesity, providing a clear starting point.
task response
The essay provides a structured approach to discussing both causes and effects, addressing both aspects of the prompt.
coherence
Overall coherence is maintained with a clear separation between discussing causes and effects.

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Topic Vocabulary:
  • obesity
  • calorie intake
  • sedentary lifestyle
  • nutritional understanding
  • overfeeding
  • convenience over nutrition
  • electronic devices
  • dietary choices
  • self-esteem
  • medical expenditure
  • academic success
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