essay

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?

Research has proved that fast food is a major cause of health related problems in countries around the world. Some people think that this could be controlled if the government increases taxes on fast food.

To begin with, today’s generation has become career oriented. They are spend most of their day at work and hence don’t have time or energy to cook food at home. Hence, there has been a significant rise in the consumption of fast food. Secondly, fast food can be consumed on the go and this provides people to spend less time on eating and more on working. Furthermore, these food items are easily available and are cheaper than other healthy foods which makes them more popular.

Having said that, people should realize that the intake of fast food is having a negative impact on their well being. Since most of the fast food is deep fried, it increases the risk of acquiring cardio-vascular diseases. Fast food is a major contributing factor to obesity.

Increasing taxes on fast food would not be enough to deter individuals from its consumption. Since these foods are popular among working population, it would continue to be an easier alternative in order to save time. Hence, the government should encourage companies to conduct exercise and gym sessions in between working hours so that their employees benefit from it. Parents should cook healthy food at home and restrain their children from having unhealthy fast food. Schools should teach about the ill-effects of fast foods and benefits of sports and exercises. They should engage students in tasks that involve rigorous physical activities which will boost their stamina.

To conclude, I believe that heavy taxation on fast food is not a solution to the growing health issues resulting from fast food intake. Schools, families and companies also need to actively participate in promoting healthy eating and exercises.