Tag Archive: Health & Lifestyle – Beginner

Workplace napping gains attention as companies weigh productivity and well-being

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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。 Have you ever felt sleepy while working or studying? Do you think people in your country take naps often? 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。 alertness /uh-LURT-nuhs/ [noun] – the state of being watchful and quick to notice things Drinking coffee in the morning improves my alertness at work. productivity /proh-duhk-TIV-i-tee/ [noun] – the rate at which a person or company produces goods or services Good sleep increases productivity, so people work faster. function /FUHNGK-shuhn/ [noun] –the ability to work or operate effectively Too much stress affects brain function….
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Pug Rescue South Africa provides safe haven for abandoned dogs

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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。 Have you ever seen a pug before? Would you adopt a pet from a rescue center? 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。 properly /PROP-er-lee/ [adverb] – in a correct or suitable way The students were taught how to write essays properly before the exam. couple /KUHP-uhl/ [noun] – two people who are married or in a romantic relationship The couple spent their weekend volunteering at the animal shelter. issue /ISH-ooo/ [noun] – a subject or problem that people are thinking and talking about The company faced financial issues after…
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Nutrition experts recommend healthy cooking methods

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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 prefer raw or cooked vegetables? Do you think the way food is cooked affects its taste and health benefits? 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。 contain /kuhn-TEYN/ [verb] – to have something inside or include something as a part Fresh fruits contain a lot of vitamin C, which helps boost the immune system. cancer /KAN-ser/ [noun] – a serious disease in which abnormal cells grow uncontrollably in the body Scientists are researching new treatments for cancer to improve survival rates. raw /raw/ [adjective] – not cooked or…
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US public health reforms target obesity, ultra-processed foods, and school lunches

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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 think it’s easy or difficult to change eating habits? Do you think government programs can help people eat better? 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。 challenge /CHAL-inj/ [noun] – a difficult task or problem that requires effort to solve or overcome Solving the math problem was a real challenge for me. consumption /kuhn-SUHMP-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of using, eating, or drinking something Water consumption increases in hot weather. obesity /oh-BEE-si-tee/ [noun] – a condition where a person has too much body fat, leading to health issues…
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Guide to yoga styles finds the best fit for beginners

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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 enjoy gentle or energetic movements more? Have you ever used an online video to learn something new? 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。 gentle /JEN-tl/ [adjective] – calm, kind, or soft The gentle waves lapped against the shore. tissue /TISH-oo/ [noun] – a group of connected cells in an animal or plant that are similar to each other, have the same purpose, and form the stated part of the animal or plant The surgeon carefully worked on repairing damaged tissues during the operation. block /blok/ [noun] –…
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New treatment lowers blood pressure for difficult cases

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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 think it’s important to balance the cost of treatments with their benefits? Would you feel confident about a treatment that has been tested but not used by many people yet? 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。 average /AV-er-ij/ [noun] – a number expressing the central or typical value in a set of data The average temperature in the city during summer is around 30°C. result /ri-ZUHLT/ [noun] – an outcome or consequence of an action or process The results of the survey showed that most participants preferred…
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People keep balance to stay healthy as they age

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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 think it’s important to start focusing on balance at a younger age? Have you heard of the “timed up and go” test before? 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。 independent /in-di-PEN-duhnt/ [adjective] – not relying on others; self-sufficient It’s important for students to be independent when doing their homework. require /ri-KWAHYUHR/ [verb] – to need something; to demand something as necessary The job requires good communication skills. reduce /ri-DOOS/ [verb] – to make something smaller or less in amount, degree, or size Drinking more water can reduce…
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COVID-19 transforms the world and challenges public health

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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。 Have you ever worn a mask during the COVID-19 pandemic? Are you still following any of the rules that were introduced during the pandemic? 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。 virus /VAHY-ruhs/ [noun] – a microscopic infectious agent that can only replicate inside the living cells of an organism The virus that affected the local farms caused a significant loss in livestock. declare /dih-KLAIR/ [verb] – to announce something formally or officially The government will declare a state of emergency due to the ongoing wildfires. reduce /ri-DOOS/ [verb] –…
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FDA launches nationwide review of phenylephrine in over-the-counter decongestants

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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 know how medicine ingredients are reviewed for safety? Is it important for a medicine to be tested again even if it’s been used for years? 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。 review /ri-VYOO/ [noun] – an evaluation or assessment of something The doctor gave a thorough review of the patient’s health. ingredient /in-GREE-dee-uhnt/ [noun] – a component part of a recipe or mixture The main ingredient in the soup is chicken. congestion /kuhn-JES-chuhn/ [noun] – the state of being blocked or overcrowded, often used in relation to…
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FDA introduces stricter guidelines for ‘healthy’ food labels to improve public health

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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 think it’s important for food labels to show if a food is healthy or not? Do you believe that food labels can help prevent health problems like heart disease? 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。 update /UHP-deyt/ [noun] – a change or addition to something, typically to improve or modernize it The software update fixed several bugs. revise /ri-VAHYZ/ [verb] – to make changes or improvements to something, usually written material or a plan The teacher will revise the lesson plan for next week. label /LEY-buhl/ [noun]…
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