Popeye Gonzalez EAP0340 November 24, 2009 Reasons for a Healthy Diet You want to have a healthy diet for the following reasons. First, you can avoid obesity which is a leader of many illnesses such as heart diseases, diabetes, and high blood pressure. For instance, every year millions of people die because of heart diseases. Second, you can have a better appearance. Doing exercises could help your diet make you look younger and healthy. More people are joining gyms and work-out places all over the world, for example, Bally and Gold Gym . Third, a balanced nutrition make you feel more energized because you are eating the necessary nutrients for your body, such as low carbohydrates and organic fat-free foods. In conclusion, keeping a healthy diet can help you live a better and longer life.