Academic essay No.2 A balanced diet or eating balanced meals is the key to a healthy life. In what extent do you agree or disagree? Eating well and maintaining a balanced diet are vital components of living a healthy life. However, I disagree that it is the only key because there are others factors which are of equal importance in ensuring a healthy lifestyle: First of all, it is undeniable that a nutrient diet is one of the most prominent factors to stay healthy. Obesity, diabetes and heart diseases are on the increase as a result of eating unhealthy diet meals, such as too much fast food or junk food. Only by keeping balance on eating habit can people have sufficient energy and reduce the risk of illness. Second, doing exercise regularly also plays an essential role in the process of achieving a good life. Some people argued that eating nutrients food is the sole reason to bestow their lives. The paradox is that had it not been for exercising everyday, like going jogging or cycling, our muscles would not be strong enough. Another factor cultivating our better life is maintaining our mind be at good moods by sleeping adequately as well as avoiding work’s stress. Scientists have shown that most workers (both manual and non-manual employers) were under pressure, which caused mental problems and severe vulnerability to healthy lives. For example, if an accountant had to work continuously over 8 hours per day without relaxing and taking a nap, could she/he get a well-built body and healthy life? In conclusion, although having a balanced diet is of great importance in leading a healthy lifestyle, factors, such as exercising regularly, sleeping adequately and reducing stress levels are of equal significance in trying to achieve good health.