Tag Archive: Health & Lifestyle – Intermediate

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is your favorite sport, and why do you enjoy it? Can you name some famous athletes or sports personalities you admire? Why do you look up to them? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. endangered /en-DEYN-jerd/ [adjective] – in danger of becoming extinct or disappearing from the Earth. Refers to species or animals at risk of no longer existing The panda is an endangered species, and conservation efforts are in place to protect its habitat. tribe /trahyb/ [noun] – a social group or community of people who share a common…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. In your experience or knowledge, is straightening hair a common hair treatment in your country? Could you share some details or practices associated with it? Besides hair straightening, what other common hair treatments or practices do you often come across or use in your region or community? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. ban /ban/ [noun] – an official order that prevents something from happening The government issued a ban on smoking in public places. concern /kuhn-SURN/ [noun] – a worried or nervous feeling about something, or something that makes you…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is an allergy? What allergies are you familiar with? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. dairy /DAIR-ee/ [adjective] – used to refer to cows that are used for producing milk, rather than meat, or to foods that are made from milk, such as cream, butter, and cheese I enjoy having dairy products like yogurt and cheese as part of my breakfast every morning. symptom /SIMP-tuhm/ [noun] – any feeling of illness or physical or mental change that is caused by a particular disease A persistent cough is one of the…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are antibiotics? What is their primary purpose in healthcare? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. welfare /WEL-fair / [noun] – well-being and treatment of animals or humans The government is committed to improving the welfare of its citizens through various social programs. infection /in-FEK-shuhn/ [noun] – He had to stay home from school because he had a contagious infection. The invasion and multiplication of harmful microorganisms, such as bacteria or viruses, in the body, leading to illness. investigate /in-VES-ti-geyt/ [verb] – to examine or look into something thoroughly to gather…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are your thoughts or knowledge about the nutritional needs of toddlers (children aged 1 to 3 years)? Can you provide any insights or information about the benefits of breast milk or infant formula for infants? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. emphasize /EM-fuh-sahyz/ [verb] – to show that something is very important or worth giving attention to During the presentation, the speaker paused to emphasize the key points, ensuring the audience understood their significance. balanced diet /BAL-uhnst DAHY-it / [noun] – A balanced diet is a combination of the correct…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you think about ‘food additives’? What are your thoughts or considerations regarding the potential impact of food additives on health and well-being? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. consumer /kuhn-SOO-mer/ [noun] – a person who buys goods or services for their own use The consumer carefully reads product reviews before making a purchase decision. substance /SUHB-stuhns / [noun] – material with particular physical characteristics The scientist conducted tests to identify the unknown substance found in the soil sample. treat /treet/ [noun] – a type of food…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is your understanding of the term “traditional nutrition curriculum”? What do you think a traditional nutrition curriculum might include? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. analysis /uh-NAL-uh-sis/ [noun] – the act of studying or examining something in detail in order to discover or understand more about it, or your opinion and judgment after doing this The thorough analysis of the financial report revealed a positive trend in the company’s profits over the last quarter. discourage /dih-SKUR-ij/ [verb] – to make someone feel less confident, enthusiastic, and positive about something, or…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you think about skincare products? Are there any specific brands or types of products you are familiar with? Do you think it’s important for skincare products to include ingredients from specific regions or cultures? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. brand /brand/ [noun] – A specific name or symbol that distinguishes a company’s products from others. Coca-Cola is a well-known brand of soft drinks. occur /uh-KUR/ [verb] – to happen or take place The accident occurred on the highway last night. conscious…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about the health effects of artificial sweeteners? Do you think artificial sweeteners are a healthier option than sugar? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. artificial /ahr-tuh-FISH-uhl/ [adjective] – made or produced by humans, often as an imitation of something natural Some artificial flowers look so real that it’s hard to tell they’re not natural. substitute /SUHB-sti-toot/ [noun] – a person or thing that takes the place or function of another Soy milk can be a substitute for dairy milk for people who are…
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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you exercise? Why or why not? Do you think physical activity helps people stay happy? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. trigger /TRIG-er/ [verb] – to cause something to start The sound of fireworks can trigger anxiety in some individuals. moderate /MOD-er-it/ [adjective] – neither small nor large in size, amount, degree, or strength The organization promotes moderate exercise as a sustainable and healthy way to stay fit. outcome /OUT-kuhm/ [noun] – a result or effect of an action, situation, etc. Despite their best efforts, the outcome of the project…
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