Tag Archive: Health & Lifestyle

CDC report highlights health risks of ultra-processed foods in U.S.

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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 tried frozen or ready-to-eat meals? Do you usually check food labels when shopping? 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。 prevention /pri-VEN-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of stopping something from happening Exercise helps in the prevention of sickness. relevant /REL-uh-vuhnt/ [adjective] – related to what is being talked about or is important now This book is relevant to the exam. unhealthy /uhn-HEL-thee/ [adjective] – not good for the body or health Eating too much candy is unhealthy. complex /KOM-pleks/ [adjective] – not simple; having many parts This…
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Biomaterials gain attention in fashion industry’s sustainability efforts

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©(AP Photo/Mary Conlon) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. biodegradable /bahy-oh-di-GREY-duh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to break down naturally and safely in the environment The restaurant now uses biodegradable straws made from paper. synthetic /sin-THET-ik/ [adjective] – made by people using chemicals, not from natural things These shoes are made with synthetic rubber to last longer. polyester /POL-ee-es-ter/ [noun] – a man-made material used in clothing and fabric His shirt is made of polyester, so it dries very quickly. mycelium /mahy-SEE-lee-uhm/ [noun] – the root-like part of a fungus (used to make eco-friendly materials) Some companies use mycelium to make packaging instead of…
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Biomaterials gain attention in fashion industry’s sustainability efforts

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©(AP Photo/Mary Conlon) 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 care about the materials used in your clothes? Would you like to wear clothes made from seaweed or mushrooms? 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。 designer /dih-ZAHY-ner/ [noun] – a person who creates plans for making things, especially clothes, buildings, or products The designer made a new look for the school’s uniform. famous /FEY-muhs/ [adjective] – known by many people She is a famous singer in her country. leather /LETH-er/ [noun] – a strong material made from animal skin, used for clothes, shoes, or…
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Biomaterials gain attention in fashion industry’s sustainability efforts

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©(AP Photo/Mary Conlon) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What kind of clothes do you like to wear? Why? If you could design your own clothes, what special feature would they have? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. handmade /HAND-MEYD/ [adjective] – made by a person, not by a machine We bought a handmade basket at the local market. microplastic /MAHY-kroh-plas-tik/ [noun] – a very small piece of plastic that pollutes the environment. Scientists found microplastics in the ocean water. brand /brand/ [noun] – the name of a company that makes and sells products That store sells…
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Primate sanctuary opens in Mississippi to aid animal rescue and veteran rehabilitation

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©AP Photo/Sophie Bates 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 monkey or any wild animal in real life? Do you know any place in your area that helps these animals? 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。 peaceful /PEES-fuhl/ [adjective] – quiet and calm without worry or noise The lake is peaceful in the morning. medical /MED-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – related to the treatment of illness or injury She needs medical help now. purpose /PUR-puhs/ [noun] – the reason for doing something The purpose of school is to learn. goal /gohl/ [noun] –…
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Primate sanctuary opens in Mississippi to aid Animal rescue and veteran rehabilitation

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©AP Photo/Sophie Bates Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. resilience /ri-ZIL-yuhns,/ [noun] – the ability to be happy, successful, etc., again after something difficult or bad has happened After the storm, the town showed resilience by rebuilding quickly. advocate /AD-vuh-keyt/ [verb] – to publicly support or suggest an idea, development, or way of doing something He advocates for animal safety in his school. harmonious /hahr-MOH-nee-uhs/ [adjective] – having a pleasant tune or part; friendly and peaceful Their team has a harmonious relationship. restorative /ri-STAWR-uh-tiv/ [adjective] – making someone feel better or stronger again A walk in the forest was restorative. rehabilitation /ree-uh-bi-luh-TAY-shn/…
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Primate sanctuary opens in Mississippi to aid animal rescue and veteran rehabilitation

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©AP Photo/Sophie Bates Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever seen a monkey or any wild animal in real life? If so, where did you see it, and how did you feel? What happens to pets that people cannot take care of anymore? Do you know any place in your area that helps these animals? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. primary /PRAHY-mer-ee/ [adjective] – more important than anything else; main The primary goal of the center is to help animals. daily /DEY-lee/ [adjective] – adjective She checks the animals daily to keep them safe….
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