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More and more people are becoming seriously overweight. Some people have suggested that governments should increase the cost of unhealthy foods. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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Being overweight is severe for those who gain weight daily just by eating unhealthy foods, and everyone knows that being overweight brings various diseases with them and to get safe from those diseases, people must take care of their weight.
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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?

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Diet·Health·Government

Some think that governments should tax unhealthy foods to encourage people to eat healthier. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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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. Do you agree or disagree?

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Diet·Health·Government

Shops should not be allowed to sell food or drinks that have been scientifically proven bad for people’s health. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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Diet·Health·Government

Some people say that non-vegetarian food should be banned. Do you agree or disagree?

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Health·Diet·Government

Some People think that public health within a country can be Improved by Government making laws regarding Nutritious food. Others, however, think that health is a matter of personal choice and responsibility. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

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More and more people are becoming seriously overweight. Some people have suggested that governments should increase the cost of unhealthy foods. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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