Ietls essays collection (howtodoielts)

In many countries, children are becoming overweight and unhealthy. Some 
people think that the government has the responsibility to solve this 
problem. 
To what extent do you agree or disagree? 
Some feel that the current global obesity epidemic should be primarily handled by 
governments. In my opinion, though the state has a key role to play, this is mainly 
the duty of parents. 
Those who argue in favor of this contention point to the power of governmental 
regulation. Governments hold this responsibility not just because their job is to 
safeguard public welfare but also because they are endowed with the authority to 
enact real reforms. In some countries, there are strict laws about the products that 
can be advertised during children’s programming and their maximum sugar and 
fat content. Countries that do not have strong regulatory bodies to create and 
enforce these laws naturally have considerably higher rates of obesity. In an ideal 
world, governments would be more responsible for public health in this crucial 
area. 
However, since governments often fail to protect the public interest, parents 
should take responsibility themselves. Parents can best achieve this by leading 
by example. If children are not given sugary soft drinks, candy, and eat a diet 
constituted of mainly vegetables and fruits, they are likely to develop lifelong, 
positive eating habits. For instance, in nations such as France where food and 
nutrition are taken very seriously, the majority of children do not grow up addicted 
to unhealthy American fast food and obesity rates are lower. Admittedly, this can 
be difficult for parents from lower socioeconomic backgrounds who may struggle 
with finding the time, energy, and finances to provide nutritious meals for their 
children. 
In conclusion, government can regulate certain industries but parents must 
themselves instill healthy habits in their children for there to be a meaningful 
impact. This issue may have reached a high point and must now be addressed. 

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