Ways to Boost Your Energy
Are you sleepy as the afternoon wears on? When low energy drags you down, don’t look to a candy bar, a cup of coffee, or an energy drink for a lift. The sugar and caffeine might give you an immediate pick-me-up, but after that quick high wears off, you’ll crash and feel even more tired.
Let the sunshine in.
Research suggests that just a few minutes of walking outside on a warm, clear day may enhance mood, memory, and the ability to absorb new information. Going outside can even improve your self-esteem.
Chew a piece of sugar-free gum.
It’s not exactly clear why, but numerous studies have shown that chewing gum increases attentiveness. Even before science confirmed it, during World War I, American soldiers were issued gum to help them focus.
When you’re stressed, it’s natural to breathe shallowly, which can decrease the amount of oxygen that reaches cells. To counteract that, try breathing in through your nose for four seconds, holding your breath for four seconds, and then slowly breathing out for four seconds.
Have a drink of water.
Belt out your favorite tune.
Singing gives you a kind of emotional high while it reduces levels of stress in your body.
| A．Have a bite. |
| B．Take a few deep breaths. |
| C．If you absolutely can’t get out, at least open the shades. |
| D．So grab a hairbrush, put on your favorite song, and sing away. |
| E．What you need is a lasting solution to helping you feel refreshed. |
| F．You don’t necessarily have to follow the “eight glasses a day” rule. |
| G．Expose yourself to natural sunlight, especially in the early morning. |
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【推荐1】Do you like to bury your head in a good book? Getting absorbed in a good story is a great way to relax. It improves your literacy, and, according to some experts, it’s good for your health as well.
For the purist, the only way to digest a good story is with a paperback or hardback book. Being in print, it’s possible to feel and even smell the book. And of course it’s very portable.
The e-book has become popular in schools, too, and according to one school in London, it’s encouraged more children to read.
The recent lockdowns due to the coronavirus pandemic have certainly given us all time to read more, and in the UK at least, sales of physical books have risen strongly.
| A．Last year, some 202 million paperbacks and hardbacks were sold. |
| B．Reading books does not rate highly among Britons as a leisure activity. |
| C．For adults, e-books are certainly a lightweight way of accessing our favourite literature on the move. |
| D．But for those who can’t or don’t want to look at the text in a book, there are audiobooks to listen to. |
| E．Research has shown that readers remember more information reading from paper books than e books. |
| F．But the traditional book has had a rival (竞争对手) in recent years from e books, which are read on e-readers or tablets. |
| G．Studies show that it can increase our emotional intelligence as we understand a range of perspectives and motivations. |
【推荐2】Useful tips for budget-conscious travelers
Traveling can be an experience of a lifetime. Being in the center of another culture is both exciting and eye-opening.
Don’t Travel During the Peak Season
Within most regions there are local airlines that provide inexpensive solutions to getting around. This is especially handy when you have multiple destinations in mind for your trip. All you have to do is look up Mango flight bookings and you’re on your way. Once you’re in a region, getting around gets much simpler and a whole lot cheaper.
Choose Economical Accommodations
Hotel chains and expensive options may be nice, but they’re the opposite of a budget-friendly experience.
Don’t Spend All Your Money on Food
One of the best things about travel is to enjoy all the wonderful food. Tasting the authentic versions of your favorite dishes is an absolute delight. But be careful. Having a few good meals out is to be expected, but having every meal at an expensive restaurant is a very quick way to drain your money.
| A．Use Flight Bookings |
| B．Use Regional Airlines |
| C．Every region has a peak season. |
| D．It also allows us to relax our busy heads. |
| E．Instead, try and find hostel options. |
| F．But traveling can seem too expensive. |
| G．So feel free to try the local snacks. |
【推荐3】Pets are popular. They’re good listeners, they encourage us to exercise, and they’re always on our side when we argue with others. They can bring people comfort and pleasure.
But it is important to keep in mind that pets can carry diseases that can make you sick. Washing your hands often — especially after you touch, feed, or clean up a pet — is the best way to keep yourself healthy and prevent the spread of disease. Be sure to clean your fingernails (指甲) carefully every time you wash.
You also can protect your health by wearing gloves while cleaning animal cages or cat litter boxes. Avoid washing your pet in the bathtub (浴缸), but if you do, always disinfect (消毒) the tub immediately afterward.
Be sure to bring your pet to the hospital for examinations every two weeks or month and whenever your pet is sick or injured.
You can do a few other things to keep yourself and your pet healthy. Only give your pet food that has been planned ahead for them. It’s not a good idea to share your food with your pet. Human food (like chocolate) can make animals sick. Never feed your pet raw (生的) meat because it can carry germs (细菌) that cause serious illness.
And funny as it can be to see your dog or cat drinking from the toilet, don’t let pets do this. It’s bad for your pet’s health! Give them clean, fresh water to drink at all times.
Never give milk to cats. The only milk an animal should drink is from its mother. Cow’s milk is not for pets, especially for cats, as it makes them sick.
Finally, some animals aren’t pets. Don’t take in a wild or abandoned (被抛弃的) animal as a pet because it may have diseases that could make you or your family sick. Instead, turn to an animal rescue group that is trained in helping sick or abandoned animals.
1. The first paragraph mainly tells us that pets can ________.| A．be great friends | B．bring us pleasure |
| C．help us keep healthy | D．do harm to us |
| A．the cow | B．the mother cat | C．cow's milk | D．mother cat's milk |
| A．Sharing your chocolate with your dog. | B．Letting your dog drink from the toilet. |
| C．Feeding your little cat with raw meat. | D．Giving your cat cooked fish. |
| A．call an animal rescue group | B．bring it back to your home |
| C．give it first aid in time | D．help to find its owner D.help to find its owner |
