Tag Archive: Health & Lifestyle

The risks of becoming a father at an advanced age

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you know anyone who became a father at an advanced age? How did they navigate the challenges and benefits of parenthood? Have you encountered any media portrayals or representations of older fathers in movies, TV shows, or literature? How were their stories depicted, and what messages did they convey? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. aware /uh-WAIR/ [adjective] – knowing that something exists, or having knowledge or experience of a particular thing I became aware of the beautiful sunset as the colorful hues painted the sky. professional /pruh-FESH-uh-nl/ [noun] –…
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The risks of becoming a father at an advanced age

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. uncover /uhn-KUHV-er / [verb] – to discover something secret or hidden During their archaeological expedition, the team of researchers carefully brushed away the layers of dirt to uncover the hidden treasure buried beneath, revealing ancient artifacts and unraveling the secrets of the past. impregnate /im-PREG-neyt/ [verb] – to make a woman or an animal pregnant The male seahorse is unique as it has a pouch to impregnate and carry the eggs until they hatch. likelihood /LAHYK-lee-hood/ [noun] – the chance that something will happen There is a high likelihood that Sarah will pass her exam if…
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The risks of becoming a father at an advanced 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 men face difficulties when becoming fathers at a later age? Does fertility decline as men age? 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。 difficulty /DIF-i-kuhl-tee/ [noun] – the fact of not being easy to do or understand Jane had some difficulty solving the math problem, but she asked her teacher for help and managed to find the correct answer. situation /sich-oo-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – the set of things that are happening and the conditions that exist at a particular time and place When Tim forgot his lunch money, the cafeteria…
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Antioxidants from cocoa show potential for improving memory function

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. span /span/ [noun] – the period of time that something exists or happens The toddler’s attention span was short, as he quickly moved on to another activity. distinct /dih-STINGKT/ [adjective] – clearly separate and different (from something else) Each student in the class had a distinct personality, making the classroom a lively and diverse environment. supplement /SUHP-luh-muhnt/ [noun] – something that is added to something else in order to improve it or complete it; something extra She takes a calcium supplement daily to strengthen her bones and prevent osteoporosis. nutrition /NOO-trish-uhn/ [noun] – the process of…
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Antioxidants from cocoa show potential for improving memory function

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Are you familiar with dementia? What do you know about it? Do you eat a balanced diet? Which food group do you think you need to eat more of? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. potentially /puh-TEN-shuh-lee / [adverb] – possibly The medicine has potentially harmful side effects, so it should be used with caution. modest /MOD-ist / [adjective] – not large in size or amount The restaurant served a modest portion of food, but it was delicious and satisfying. significant /sig-NIF-i-kuhnt / [adjective] – important or noticeable The heavy…
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Antioxidants from cocoa show potential for improving memory function

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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 chocolate? Do you eat a balanced diet? 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。 diet /DAHY-it / [noun] – the food and drink usually eaten or drunk by a person or group My nutritionist advised me to incorporate protein-rich foods into my diet for a healthier lifestyle. ability /uh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the physical or mental power or skill needed to do something Jake’s mathematical ability allows him to solve equations with ease and accuracy. disease /dih-ZEEZ / [noun] – illness of people, animals, plants, etc., caused by…
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Sick restaurant workers linked to foodborne illness outbreaks, CDC study reveals

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are foodborne illnesses? What measures do you take to ensure food safety? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. contribute /kuhn-TRIB-yoot/ [verb] – to be part of the reason why something happened The driver’s negligence and overspeeding contributed to the car accident. policy /POL-uh-see/ [noun] – a set of ideas or a plan of what to do in particular situations that has been agreed to officially by a group of people, a business organization, a government, or a political party Our refund policy allows customers to return or exchange items within…
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