Due to unprecedented increase in the number of overweight people, some suggest incorporating more physical education lessons in the school day. While I agree that this can be one way of tackling the issue, but diet must also be taken into consideration.
Increasing the level of physical activity among school children can help prevent obesity from an early age. By keeping them active, this idea encourages them to do sports more frequently turning it into a healthy habit in the long run and ultimately helping children to maintain a reasonable weight. Furthermore, such habits will undoubtedly stay with students even after school completion, possibly preventing other health issues in adulthood. Thus, regular physical activity is advisable to avoid obesity in an early age, and prevent any weight-related diseases in the long run.
It is also vital to consider diet as another crucial factor. Healthy eating habits are key ingredients of a healthy lifestyle. Thus, every student should be taught about what constitutes healthy food to ensure a new generation of people who understand clean eating. Additionally, for a more immediate impact, it also important to look at the alarming numbers of ultra processed foods on the market. For example, governments could impose a tax on UPFs on the market, while also reducing the price of healthy foods like vegetables. Thus, diet is yet another important factor to consider in producing a new healthy generation.
In conclusion, I believe the best approach to tackling weight issues in the population starts with diet and exercise in schools but must also include encouraging a healthier diet through price changes targeting specific foods on the market.