IELTS TASK2: imposing a higher tax on fast food topic It is true that more and more modern people have faced different kinds of health problems due to consuming a lot of fast food. I disagree that to impose a higher tax on fast food is a good way for people to stay healthy. The first reason is impractical. While raising the price of fast food might reduce the purchase willing of people to reduce the amount of fast food consumed by people, it is difficult to change eating habit of people. The second reason against imposing a higher tax on fast food is that fast food is not the main factor causing health problems. People living in the city centre or developed country are too busy to be aware of their diet. Instead of having a balanced diet, they tend to eat a lot of food which has good appearance and flavor without knowing where the source of the food is. It can increase the risks giving rise to heart disease which is the most common illness in the modern society. I believe that the most effective way to tackle health problems is education. Governments should plan a series of health lessons in schools to teach children the knowledge of basic health. It is also necessary to encourage people to do more exercise by holding outdoor activities such as hiking events or marathons which offer some food and beverage. Of those who have obesity problem, governments can open class and force them to attend the programs to lose weight. For example, the Netherlands government help children who are overweight take weight management class to stay healthy. In conclusion, I believe that fast food is not main reason causing health problems, and governments need to take more active measures to remind people the importance of health.