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The key answer of exercise 5

The key to exercise solutions in chapter 6f - Writing for the textbook On Screen B2+ - Student's Book with authors Virginia Evans and Jenny Dooley from Express Publishing

Question

Read the arguments for and against dieting and think of your own justifications. Use phrases from the Useful Language box to write full paragraphs.

Answer

There are a number of arguments in favour of dieting. Firstly, achieving a healthy weight can help you live a longer, healthier life. This is because there is less stress on your body. Secondly, losing weight can improve your self confidence. This is due to the fact that you will feel better about yourself. Finally, eating less costs less. Consequently, you will save money by reducing the amount of food you buy.

On the other hand, there are also some disadvantages to dieting. To start with, people can use unhealthy methods to achieve weight loss. For example, crash diets where the person eats very few calories can be dangerous. In addition, people can take dieting too far and become underweight. This can be just as unhealthy as being overweight. Finally, it can take some time to see results. Consequently, dieters may feel discouraged and frustrated.