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I. Introduction and thesis 

Fast foods are affordable and convenient but they can also be harmful human health when their consumption is not regulated leading to health problems such as obesity.

II. Background Info 

The first food industry developed as a result of urbanization.

a. Workers and working families need quick and cheap foods.

b. American fast-foods outlets have been established in more than 100 countries (CDC, 2001).

III. Support for Claim 

a. Employment creation.

b. Time and cost saving.

c. Livelihood creation.

d. Source of government revenue.

e. Life made easier.

IV. Opposing View Discussion 

a. They lead to obesity.

b. They lead to heart problems and high blood pressure

c. Fast foods encourage laziness.

d. Unhealthy lives such as the high sugar content.

V. Your rebuttal to all the points in IV 

a. Color and taste of fast foods are appealing.

b. They are cheaper compared to preparing food at home.

c. Fast foods are readily available.

d. Fast foods save help in balancing work and family life.

VI. Conclusion 

Fast foods are convenient but also pose negative health effects. People need to ensure control their consumption of such foods for healthy lives (CDC, 2001).

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