Study finds 1 in 4 people eating healthy meals also snack unhealthily
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Study finds 1 in 4 people eating healthy meals also snack unhealthily
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you define a ‘snack’? What are some considerations you take into account when choosing snacks for yourself or for others, such as nutritional content or taste preferences? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. concerning /kuhn-SUR-ning/ [adjective] – making you feel slightly worried The concerning news about the potential side effects of the medication led to a thorough review by medical experts. potentially /puh-TEN-shuh-lee/ [adverb] – possibly The company’s innovative approach to product development could potentially lead to a major breakthrough in the industry. emphasize /EM-fuh-sahyz/ [verb] – to show…
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Study finds 1 in 4 people eating healthy meals also snack unhealthily
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Do you enjoy having snacks between meals? Do you consider factors like nutritional content or taste preferences when choosing snacks for yourself or others? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 trend /trend/ [noun] – a general development or change in a situation or in the way that people are behaving The current trend in fashion emphasizes sustainable and eco-friendly clothing choices. despite /dih-SPAHYT/ [preposition] – without taking any notice of or being influenced by; not prevented by Despite the rain, they decided to go ahead with their outdoor picnic,…
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Study finds 1 in 4 people eating healthy meals also snack unhealthily
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. supplement /SUHP-luh-ment/ [verb] – to add something to something to make it larger or better The athlete decided to supplement his training regimen with a specialized diet to enhance his performance. preventive /pri-VEN-tiv/ [adjective] – intended to stop something before it happens The company implemented preventive security measures to safeguard sensitive data and protect against potential cyber threats. consumption / kuhn-SUHMP-shuhn/ [noun] – the amount used or eaten The government issued warnings about excessive sugar consumption due to its negative effects on health. chronic /KRON-ik/ [adjective] – (especially of a disease or something bad) continuing for…
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Elfyn Evans clinches a sensational victory, leading Toyota’s podium sweep in the World Rally Championship finale
©REUTERS Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Is the World Rally Championship a type of sports event? Do you think people in the World Rally Championship drive cars or fly airplanes? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 championship /CHAM-pee-uhn-ship / [noun] – a high-level competition to decide who is the best, especially in a sport The soccer team celebrated their championship victory with cheers and jubilation, proud of their hard-fought success. event /ih-VENT/ [noun] – anything that happens, especially something important or unusual The annual charity event raised funds for local shelters, bringing the community…
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Elfyn Evans clinches a sensational victory, leading Toyota’s podium sweep in the World Rally Championship finale
©REUTERS Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think a World Rally Championship involves? What might be the key elements or challenges that participants face in this type of competition? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. demonstrate /DEM-uhn-streyt / [verb] – to show or make something clear The chemistry teacher asked the students to demonstrate their understanding of the experiment by conducting it themselves. maintain /meyn-TEYN/ [verb] – to continue to have, to keep in existence, or not allow to become less The janitor maintained the cleanliness of the school, ensuring a hygienic environment for…
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Elfyn Evans clinches a sensational victory, leading Toyota’s podium sweep in the World Rally Championship finale
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Elfyn Evans clinches a sensational victory, leading Toyota’s podium sweep in the World Rally Championship finale
©REUTERS Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. dominance /DOM-uh-nuhns / [noun] – the quality of being more important, strong, or successful than anything else of the same type The lion’s dominance over the savannah was evident as it roamed freely, asserting its position as the king of the jungle. consecutive /kuhn-SEK-yuh-tiv/ [adjective] – following one after another without an interruption Mary completed her consecutive marathons, showcasing remarkable endurance and dedication to her fitness goals. anticipation /an-tis-uh-PEY-shuhn / [noun] – a feeling of excitement about something that is going to happen in the near future The children’s anticipation for the upcoming birthday party…
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Prenatal Mediterranean diet boosts 2-year-olds’ abilities
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Prenatal Mediterranean diet boosts 2-year-olds’ abilities
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. intervention /in-ter-VEN-shuhn/ [noun] – the action of becoming intentionally involved in a difficult situation, in order to improve it or prevent it from getting worse The counselor provided an intervention for the student struggling with academic challenges, offering guidance and support. preventive /pri-VEN-tiv / [adjective] – intended to stop something before it happens Regular exercise and a healthy diet are important preventive measures against various chronic health conditions. profound /pruh-FOUND/ [adjective] – felt or experienced very strongly or in an extreme way The loss of a loved one can lead to a profound sense of grief…
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