World's Biggest Problems

Here is a list of what I think are 10 of the world's biggest problems:

10. War: A possible, simple solution to war is for society to be more accepting of religion and the differences we all possess.
9. Sickness/diseases: Illness is a huge part of everyone's family. Today, a there has been research on the link between processed foods and sickness. Therefore, if each individual made more of an effort to eat fresher foods and if these were more readily available, this would be a reasonable solution.
8. Increasing global population: A solution to this is women's empowerment and education. It educates women, thereby building a stronger society and staves off unhealthily rapid population growth.
7. Animal Cruelty: I have a dog that is most definitely my best friend. I also believe that this problem is frequently overlooked. Animals are helpless, yet so loyal and loving. There are various laws against animal cruelty, however, this remains a prominent issue. Therefore, I believe that there should be further regulations for this offense.
6. Selfishness: This may not seem like a very big problem, however, our selfishness is the root of many of our problems. If we were each to be more giving and kind, even "paying it forward," so many of our larger problems could disappear, just by diminishing selfishness.
5. Nuclear powers/weapons: We have the power to destroy our earth and therefore, I do not believe any one country should carry sole power in this area. However, I also believe that no one should fire these weapons.
4. Obesity: Obesity is a growing problem. I think the simplest way to slow this issue is to eat in moderation and increase our exercise. This is so easy, however, some people have an issue with this. Also, we need to begin with our kids. If children spend time playing outside, going for walks with their parents, and learn to love healthy food at an early age, they will be healthier and in turn, their parents will be healthier as well.
3. International terrorism: I believe that a terrorism is a product of other problems. Therefore, if we work to decrease our national problems and issues, terrorism will disappear as well, or at least subside.
2. Poverty, hunger, and lack of drinking water: One possible solution is a sustainable food source. Ultimately, many impoverished areas would not need to rely on foreign aid, which causes debt, and these countries would then be able to create their own supply of food. The decreasing debt and increase in food sources would allow for this poverty and hunger to subside.
1. Unawareness of these problems: I believe that one of the biggest problems is society's ignorance to these problems, which is slightly ironic. A significant number of people do not bother to learn or become aware of these global issues. I believe a simple solution to this is for everyone to take a step back and become a little less selfish. We are so absorbed in ourselves and our own world, that we cannot observe the larger issues around us. If we are ignorant to the issues around us, how can we make a change?