Over consuming sugar is unhealthy. Some people think that governments should take responsibility to control it. Others think that individuals should take responsibility for sugar intake. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

There is a colossal upsurge in the number of people believing that overconsumption of sugar product is unhealthy. Some people of the view that the responsibility for controlling sugar intake should be taken by the government. On the contrary, it is considered personal responsibility to curb the sugar intake. However, I do not entirely accept the first proposition, and I will explain in the forthcoming paragraphs how we can affectively reduce the intake of sugar consumption. To commence with the belief that it is the responsibility of government to control the sugar consumption. Government can take steps to ensure reduced intake of sugar of sugary products. It is important to design a proper taxation system on selling sugary drinks and products, which will enhance the overall health system. As we all know the intake of sweetened items are linked to obesity, diabetes and heart diseases. If the government help in working to curb the intake of sugary products the revenue generated can be utilized health programs especially child growth. While some people will support the taxation system others will be against it. It can help people understand the benefits in the long run. Since sugar makes people unhealthy, gain weight and harm their overall wellbeing. Beverages, pastry and donuts that contain the most of sugar are readily available for people going for an outing. Government can help reduce the intake of sugar by making a proper system of taxation on sugary products. But would a sugar tax system really work? Although it is important to keep a check and balance on the system by a government, some people believe that it is solely an individual responsibility to curb the sugar intake. Diet rich in sugar can increase blood glucose level which leads to countless diseases. We can educate people on personal level to minimize the sugar consumption. Unless, we as human put an effort to bring healthy lifestyle. There should be an effort on personal level too. Sugary drinks are known to be addictive. According to the research conducted by Western Sydney University recently, sugar consumption leads to aging skin, damaging skin elasticity and collagen. Women who took part in the research were given less amount of sugar for a period of time which kept their skin healthier, younger and freckles free as compared to women who took sugary sodas drinks and sweets on a regular basis. On the other hand, even if the steps taken on large scale could be considered effective but there is a responsibility on personal level to stay away from soda drinks, sugary beverages and pastries which might look tempting. I agree to the extent that the government should tax sodas, so that there is a sense of awareness against unhealthy food. We need to educate people to refrain from intaking unhealthy sugary items to lead a healthy life. We can find alternative healthy options which can bring nutritious to our food. In conclusion, though the government all around the world need to adopt some reforms in their taxation system and food related authorities. In order to educate people to curb the consumption of sugary products, we need to educate people about the true benefits of healthy eating habits, so masses can be more aware of the long-term health risks related to consumption of sugary products.