Nowadays People Are Healthier Than in the Past.

Nowadays people are healthier than in the past.

Today, people are more sensitive to their health than people in the ancient times because of the life quality improvement. However, it is uncertain to say whether they are healthier than people in the past. Which means, this argument needs to be discussed.

Most people believe that they are healthier than ancient people, and three main reasons are given. Firstly, rapidly as the technology develops, many advanced medical machines are produced which leads to the medical treatment more efficient to save lives. Secondly, scientific suggestions on keeping healthy have been spread widely. People can find the suggestions on various media, such as television and magazines. Finally, the citizens’ awareness of keeping healthy is stronger. For example, if a poor man is suffering from a natural disaster such as famine, he will simply be eager to be full and will never mind his own health.

On the other hand, there are many factors having a negative effect on today’s humans’ health. In the first place, the development of economy causes serious air pollution. For instance, the capital of China, Beijing has a high value of PM2.5 and gas emission which contributes to the rate of the lung cancer higher than the places where have flesh air. In addition, the use of the pesticide on fruit and vegetables can pose a threat to consumers’ health. Lastly, more pressure and less exercise can also damage humans’ immune system, which especially happens on students or white collars.

In conclusion, the improvement in life quality is apparent, however, the terrible influence on health resulting from the technology development also should be focused on. In sum, people should pay attention to keeping a healthy life style and properly exercising every day.