Tag Archive: Health & Lifestyle – Beginner

Cutting daily salt by one teaspoon lowers blood pressure

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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。 Are you aware of any health benefits or drawbacks related to salt? Do you actively manage or monitor your salt intake? 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。 manage /MAN-ij/ [verb] – to handle or regulate She can effectively manage her time to balance work and her personal life. research /ri-SURCH/ [noun] – a detailed study of a subject, especially in order to discover (new) information or reach a (new) understanding The research focused on identifying innovative treatments for a rare genetic disorder. suggest /suhg-JEST/ [verb] – to mention an…
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WHO reports post-pandemic TB response recovery, urges faster target achievement

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©Provided by Forbes 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 have any knowledge or information about tuberculosis (often abbreviated as TB)? Is tuberculosis a common health problem in your country? 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] – (the situation of being faced with) something that needs great mental or physical effort in order to be done successfully and therefore tests a person’s ability Completing a marathon was a personal challenge she had always wanted to conquer. progress /PROG-res/ [noun] – forward or onward movement towards a goal, improvement, or development The…
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FDA proposes ban on additive in popular drinks

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©HealthCastle.com 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 citrus-flavored beverages are popular among a wide range of consumers? Have you ever tried a citrus-flavored drink 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。 certain /SUR-tn/ [adjective] – particular but not named or described Only certain students are eligible for the advanced placement program. law /law/ [noun] – a rule, usually made by a government, that is used to order the way in which a society behaves The new law requires all citizens to wear seat belts while driving. research /ri-SURCH/ [noun] – a detailed…
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FDA proposes banning menthol in cigarettes and flavored cigars

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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 many different flavors of cigarettes exist in your country? Do you believe that cigarettes have any 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。 product /PROD-uhkt/ [noun] – something that is made to be sold, usually something that is produced by an industrial process or, less commonly, something that is grown or obtained through farming The company introduced a new line of eco-friendly products to meet the growing demand for sustainable options. law /law/ [noun] – a rule, usually made by a government, that is used to order the…
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Study links reflux medications to higher dementia risk

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©Science Photo Library RF/Getty Images 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。 Are you familiar with the terms “acid reflux” or “heartburn”? Do you know what dementia is? 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。 connect /kuh-NEKT/ [verb] – to join or be joined with something else The new bridge will connect the two sides of the city over the river. prescription /pri-SKRIP-shuhn/ [noun] – a piece of paper on which a doctor writes the details of the medicine or drugs that someone needs After the doctor’s appointment, I went to the pharmacy to pick up my…
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Study finds red meat consumption increases type 2 diabetes risk

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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 like eating red meat? Do you believe that red meat should be consumed in moderation? 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。 habit /HAB-it/ [noun] – something that you do often and regularly, sometimes without knowing that you are doing it She developed a healthy habit of eating fruits and vegetables every day. develop /dih-VEL-uhp/ [verb] – to acquire or contract Over the years, he developed a keen interest in photography. consider /kuhn-SID-er/ [verb] – to spend time thinking about a possibility or making a decision She asked…
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Leprosy surges in Central Florida, report says

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©CNN 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 what ‘leprosy’ is? Are there diseases or illnesses that tend to have localized outbreaks in specific regions of your country? 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。 regular /REG-yuh-ler/ [adjective] – happening or doing something often She has a regular exercise routine that she follows every morning. unexpected /uhn-ik-SPEK-tid/ [adjective] – not expected The sudden rainstorm caught us off guard and was completely unexpected. rare /rair/ [adjective] – not common or frequent; very unusual The sighting of a rare bird species attracted birdwatchers from all around…
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Rudie van Vuuren competes in Cricket and Rugby World Cups

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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。 What is your favorite sport? Can you name some famous athletes or sports personalities you admire? 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。 achieve /uh-CHEEV/ [verb] – to succeed in finishing something or reaching an aim, especially after a lot of work or effort She worked hard to achieve her dream of becoming a doctor. wildlife /WAHYLD-lahyf / [noun] – animals and plants that grow independently of people, usually in natural conditions The national park is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including lions, zebras, and elephants. value /VAL-yoo/…
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FDA considers ban on hair-straightening products linked to health risks

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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 used a hair straightening product? Is hair straightening a popular treatment in your country? 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。 certain /SUR-tn/ [determiner] – particular but not named or described She needed to buy a certain type of tool for the job, but she couldn’t remember its name. pressing /PREH-suhng/ [adjective] – refers to products or substances used in the process of straightening hair She applied a pressing agent to her hair before using the flat iron to achieve a sleek, straight look. cancer /KAN-ser/ [noun]…
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Ticks’ meat allergy spreads in US, CDC warns

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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 what a tick insect is? Have you ever experienced allergies? 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。 bite /bahyt/ [noun] – A bite is also a sore place on the surface of your skin made by an insect. The snake’s venomous bite required urgent medical treatment. tick /tik/ [tik] – a very small creature like a spider that lives on and sucks the blood of other animals After a hike in the woods, I found a tick on my leg and had to carefully remove it. appear…
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