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III. READING
How to live a long and healthy life
1. Work in pairs. Look at the photos and discuss the questions.
Which photos show healthy habits? Which ones show unhealthy habits? Why?
2. Read the article. Solve the crossword with words and phrases from it.
DOWN
1. (Section A, noun) the things from which something is made
ACROSS
2. (First paragraph before Section A, noun phrase) the number of years that a person is likely to live
3. (Section A, noun) things to keep a living thing alive and help it grow
4. (Section B, phrasal verb) do physical exercise
Life expectancy has generally increased over the past few decades, and some people enjoy a longer and healthier life than others. One possible explanation is that they have healthy lifestyle habits. So how can you develop these habits?
A. _________
Start by looking at food labels, paying attention to ingredients and nutrients, such as vitamins and minerals. Avoid having food with
too much salt or sugar, such as fast food. Furthermore, add more fresh fruits and vegetables to your diet, and remember to eat a big breakfast and a small dinner.
B. _________
If you have not been very active, start exercising slowly, but regularly. To begin with, choose the type of exercise that is suitable for you. Then, start slowly, for example, by doing exercise for only 5 to 10 minutes a day. When your body is ready for more exercise, you can work out longer. Finally, exercise regularly to always keep your body fit and your mind happy.
C. _________
A good night's sleep is very important. Before you go to bed, avoid having coffee or energy drinks. Exercise can help you have a better sleep, but avoid exercising right before bedtime. Never use your mobile phone or laptop in bed and turn off all your electronic devices at least 30 minutes before you go to bed. Their screens give off blue light that can prevent you from sleeping well. Finally, if you still can't fall asleep, do something repetitive or listen to some soft music to relax before trying to sleep again.
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3. Read the article again. Match the sections (A-C) with the headings (1-5) below. There are TWO extra headings.
1. Eat better
2. Exercise regularly
3. Go to bed earlier
4. Develop healthy habits
5. Sleep well
4 Read the article again. Complete the diagrams with information from the text. Use no more than TWO words for each gap.
A. - Study food labels
- Avoid too much salt or sugar
- Add fresh fruits and vegetables
- Eat a big (1) _____
B. Choose (2) _____ exercise
Start slowly
Work out longer
Exercise (3) _____
C. Before bed:
- Avoid having coffee or (4) _____
- Turn off (5) _____
Unable to sleep: do something repetitive or listen to music
5. Work in pairs. Discuss the following questions.
Do you find the advice in the article useful? Have you tried following any of the suggestions above?
