Tag Archive: Health & Lifestyle

Sugar substitute for weight loss? WHO says think again

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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 use artificial sweeteners? Do you think avoiding sugar can cause weight loss? 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。 reduce /ri-DOOS/ [verb] – to become or to make something become smaller in size, amount, degree, importance, etc. The homeowner decided to reduce energy consumption by installing energy-efficient appliances. effect /ih-FEKT/ [ih-FEKT] – the result of a particular influence Regular exercise has a positive effect on both physical and mental well-being. scientific /sahy-uhn-TIF-ik / [adjective] – relating to science, or using the organized methods of science The journal article…
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Protein Powders: Are They Right for You?

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. supplement /SUHP-luh-muhnt/ [noun] – a medicine that contains substances that you need to stay healthy in addition to what you get in your food Taking a daily supplement can help ensure that you receive all the necessary vitamins and minerals that you may not be getting from your regular diet. engage in /en-GEYJ/ [phrasal verb] – to take part in something It is important to engage in regular physical activity to maintain good health and fitness levels. intense /in-TENS/ [adjective] – Intense work or thought requires a lot of effort I had an intense workout at…
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Protein Powders: Are They Right for You?

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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 powder supplement before? Do you think powder supplements are effective? 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。 option /OP-shuhn / [noun] – one thing that can be chosen from a set of possibilities, or the freedom to make a choice When choosing a book to read, you have the option to borrow it from the library or buy it from a bookstore. suitable /SOO-tuh-buhl / [adjective] – acceptable or right for someone or something This coat is not suitable for the summer because it’s too…
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Protein Powders: Are They Right for You?

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are the benefits of using powder supplements? What should a person know before starting a powder supplement regimen? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. recovery /ri-KUHV-uh-ree / [noun] – the process of becoming well again after an illness or injury After injuring his leg, he took a week off from running to allow for a proper recovery. adequate /AD-i-kwit/ [adjective] – enough or satisfactory for a particular purpose She made sure to drink adequate water throughout the day to prevent dehydration. struggle /STRUHG-uhl/ [verb] – to experience difficulty and make…
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Study links frequent fried food consumption to higher risk of anxiety and depression

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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 fried foods? Are you familiar with anxiety and depression? 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。 compare /kuhm-PAIR/ [verb] – to examine or look for the difference between two or more things It is unfair to compare the achievements of two individuals who have had entirely different life experiences and opportunities. suggest /suhg-JEST/ [verb] – to mention an idea, possible plan, or action for other people to consider My friend suggested that we go to the new Italian restaurant in town, hinting that he might have…
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Study links frequent fried food consumption to higher risk of anxiety and depression

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. evaluate /ih-VAL-yoo-eyt/ [verb] – to judge or calculate the quality, importance, amount, or value of something The teacher will evaluate the students’ performance based on their final exam results and class participation. exposure /ik-SPOH-zher/ [noun] – the fact of experiencing something or being affected by it because of being in a particular situation or place The photographer wore gloves to avoid skin exposure to the chemicals used in the darkroom. nutrition /noo-TRISH-uhn/ [noun] – the process of taking in and using food, or the scientific study of this The nutrition label on the back of the…
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Study links frequent fried food consumption to higher risk of anxiety and depression

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Which fried foods do you enjoy the most? Do you have a healthy diet? Tell me more about it. Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. associate /uh-SOH-shee-eyt/ [verb] – to think about something as being connected to something else The child has associated the sound of the doorbell with the arrival of the mailman. anxiety /ang-ZAHY-i-tee/ [noun] – an uncomfortable feeling of nervousness or worry about something that is happening or might happen in the future She felt a knot in her stomach and a sense of anxiety as she waited…
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