IELTS Writing Task 2 Argumentative Essay of Band 8.5 – Topic: Health

IELTS Writing Task 2 Topic

Everyone should become vegetarian because they do not need to eat meat to have a healthy diet. Do you agree or disagree?

Band 8.5 Sample Essay

In the last few decades, vegetarianism has entered the mainstream of many societies, most notably in western countries. It is suggested by those who side with vegetarians that meat is not a necessary element in a healthy diet and that going vegan is the way to go in modern times. Personally, I reckon that this view has flaws.

In the first place, non-vegetarian diets are considerably higher in total intake of protein, which is highly beneficial for the body. As scientists show, protein can not only improve the overall health and fitness but also can contribute to reinforcing the immune system. As vegetarian diets hardly meet daily protein requirements, those who follow are generally more vulnerable to fatigue even when doing physically undemanding tasks or they can be more susceptible to common diseases such as flu or cold.

In the second place, meat is also a fertile source of many nutrients such as iron or zinc. It is already recognized that while iron helps in producing tissues inside the body, zinc is indispensable in helping transporting oxygen to different parts of the body, thus allowing the proper functioning of all body organs. Besides, when consuming meat, the body will also be absorbing numerous kinds of vitamins which strengthen bone structures and promote the health of the teeth or the eyes.

To conclude, the above-mentioned points have manifestly shown that the benefits derived from following a wholesome diet overshadow those from vegetable-only one. Thus, it is not advisable to become vegetarians.

Useful expressions:

To enter the mainstream of…: become popular

This view has flaws: This view can be argued against.

To reinforce the immune system: make the immune system stronger.

To improve overall fitness.

They can be more susceptible to common diseases: they are more likely to get sick.

Indispensable (adj.) very important.

To be more vulnerable to fatigue: to be more likely to get sick

Be a fertile source of many nutrients: be very nutritious

To strengthen bone structures: make the bones stronger.

Manifestly (adv.) obviously.

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