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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 often buy packaged meals or snacks from a supermarket?
- Do you sometimes choose food based on the label on the package?
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。
- approval /uh-PROO-vuhl/
[noun] – official permission or acceptance
The school received approval to start a new program. - fluid /FLOO-id/
[noun] – a liquid substance
Doctors advise drinking enough fluid during hot weather. - nutrition /noo-TRISH-uhn/
[noun] – the process of getting nutrients from food
Good nutrition supports growth in children. - depend /dih-PEND/
[verb] – to be influenced or decided by something
Travel plans depend on the weather. - guidance /GAHYD-ns/
[noun] – advice or direction from someone with knowledge
The teacher gave guidance on how to complete the task.
Article Reading:
Please read the whole article. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
記事を音読しましょう。講師はあなたの発音とイントネーションを確認します。
Meals and snacks with “GLP-1 Friendly” labels are appearing more often in U.S. supermarkets in 2024 and 2025. This change is linked to the growing use of weight-loss drugs such as Wegovy and Zepbound. These medicines copy a hormone that reduces appetite and changes digestion, so users often eat smaller meals. A report by the Kaiser Family Foundation said about 12 percent of U.S. adults were using GLP-1 drugs by late 2024 for weight loss or diabetes care. Food companies have started selling meals made for smaller portions. However, the label is not regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and does not mean medical approval.Health experts say food quality is more important than labels. Because hunger is lower, meals should include enough protein, fiber, and fluids. Dietitians recommend around 20 to 30 grams of protein per meal and regular fiber intake. Some packaged foods are suitable, but shoppers should read nutrition labels carefully. Products from Nestlé and Conagra show how food companies are responding. Experts say prepared meals may help with planning, but good health depends on balanced eating and guidance from professionals.
True or False:
Read the sentences and identify if they are true or false based on the article.
文章を読んで、記事に基づいて正誤を答えましょう。
- “GLP-1 Friendly” food labels are becoming more common in U.S. supermarkets.
- The increase in these labels is linked to the use of weight-loss drugs.
- Wegovy and Zepbound make people feel hungrier.
- Food companies are selling meals made for smaller portions.
- Health experts say food labels are more important than food quality.
Fill in the Blanks:
Choose the correct word from the table, then fill in the blanks.
適切な言葉を選んで空欄を埋めましょう。
| approval | fluid | nutrition | depend | guidance |
- Schools teach basic ______ in health classes.
- Water is the most common ______ used during exercise.
- The plan needs ______ from the manager before action.
- Career ______ helps students choose future goals.
- Success can ______ on careful preparation.