1 . Obesity (肥胖) has become a serious problem now. According to a recent survey, teenage obesity has increased at an alarming rate across America. Teenage obesity is mainly due to the increased consumption (消耗) of junk food which contains large amounts of fat. This has exposed the teens to a 14% greater risk of having a heart attack as well as seriously high blood pressure.
Various causes of teen obesity have been claimed, the most important of which is being insufficient (不足) physical exercise on the teen’s part. It is argued that teens nowadays who lack (缺少) sufficient physical exercise topped with their unhealthy eating habits are more likely to be obese. Nowadays, a main part of the teenagers spend their spare time on the computer, television or perhaps simply playing games. This greatly limits any kind of physical activity of the teenager. According to a recent survey, around 43% of teenagers spend more than 2 hours watching television every single day.
Long time inactivity in addition to the ill eating habits has increased the incidence (发生率) of obesity in teenagers even more, However, this does not mean that teens do not do enough exercise, but the amount which they do, is certainly not sufficient as compared to their intake of fatty foods. Besides this, parents need to change the whole lifestyle of the family in order to develop a healthier lifestyle of their children.
The teenagers must also be encouraged to take part in other physical activities which require more effort; such as playing basketball, tennis, badminton, volleyball and swimming. Meanwhile, the teenagers also need to be educated on the ill effects of junk food and must be asked to avoid them as much as possible. Their diet must also be made healthier and more balanced, which will help them in losing more weight quickly. For better guidance on reducing the teen’s weight quickly, parents can always turn to a doctor.
1. What can we learn from the first paragraph?| A．Junk food is the main food for the American. |
| B．American teenagers suffer from high blood pressure. |
| C．The number of fatty American teenagers is increasing. |
| D．Most American teenagers probably have heart disease. |
| A．Bad eating habits. | B．Playing computer games. |
| C．Lack of physical exercise. | D．Watching TV programmes. |
| A．The exercise they choose is too simple. |
| B．The method they do exercise is improper. |
| C．The energy they consume is less than that they take in. |
| D．The time they spend doing sports is more than that spent on food. |
| A．Rules made for teens. | B．Reasons for teen obesity. |
| C．Suggestions offered to parents. | D．Ways to deal with teen obesity. |
2 . Duanwu Festival falls on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month. According to traditional Chinese folk customs, the fifth lunar month is called the “poisonous month”, when many evil spirits and poisonous creatures go viral.
A widely used herb to stay safe and healthy on Duanwu is wormwood (艾草). The herb, due to its medical functions, is not only a perfect choice for Duanwu, but also a daily necessity to many Chinese people.
Wormwood incense(香)
Wormwood can effectively drive away mosquitoes and some uninvited insects in your house. Compared to chemical sprays, it is 100 percent safe for adults and children.
Incense is often made from wormwood that has been dried for at least three years.
Wormwood soap, toothpaste and shampoo
Wormwood toothpaste and shampoo are good for your teeth and hair too, as the herb-based products can protect you in a safer and more natural way.
Moxibustion (艾灸)
Similar to acupuncture (针灸), moxibustion is a traditional Chinese medical therapy to cure some common illness, such as headache, abdominal cramps and pain. Acupuncture can only be performed by professional doctors.
| A．Duanwu Festival has a long history of over 2000 years. |
| B．Many people often store some wormwood incense at home. |
| C．Unlike acupuncture, moxibustion doesn’t need too many skills. |
| D．The longer the wormwood is dried, the stronger effect it will have. |
| E．Soap made from wormwood is a reasonable choice on summer days. |
| F．Here are some healthy products made from wormwood to stay healthy. |
| G．They can bring infectious diseases to humans and animals during this summer month. |
3 . My father was the kind of guy who could walk into a room full of strangers and leave with new best friends for life! He was a hard worker and was known as “Mr Fix-It” to everyone. He was also one of the most cheerful, affable (和葛可亲的) and gentle people you would ever meet, which made us, his beloved daughters feel proud.
But when Dad was in his fifties, my family began to notice him struggling. His work and skills began to become worse and worse, and he became depressed and withdrawn. This was not the man I knew. At the age of fifty-eight, Dad was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease. As for our family, it was the worst.
Our first step was to attend a meeting hosted by the Alzheimer’s Association to learn more about the disease and programs that might help us. That meeting inspired me to start a Walk to End Alzheimer’s® team. But I still wanted to do more. In 2017, I became a board member of the Alzheimer’s Association Delaware Valley Chapter.
The loss from this disease is gradual. My father’s decline continued for several years. Losing my father more and more each day was leaving a big hole in my heart and my life. I decided to fill that hole with action to honor my father.
That’s why I recently decided to leave a gift to the Alzheimer’s Association by naming it as a beneficiary of my retirement plan. My future gift will provide money to support research because I don’t want another person in my family or someone in other families to have to suffer from Alzheimer’s disease.
I am so proud to be able to honor my father and other family members who lost their fights to Alzheimer’s in this way. My dad was an inspiration to me, and I hope, through my gift, I can inspire others to join in the fight to end Alzheimer’s.
1. What can we infer about the author’s father before having Alzheimer’s?| A．He was an outgoing man. | B．He hiked with strangers. |
| C．He made a living by sales. | D．He was a popular repairer of cars. |
| A．She consulted many experts. | B．She established a research team. |
| C．She gained more relevant information. | D．She funded the Alzheimer’s Association. |
| A．Research funds for the disease. | B．A record of her father’s mental state. |
| C．Her research papers on families like hers. | D．Experts’ suggestions on her father’s disease. |
| A．Her precious gift. | B．Her father’s firm confidence. |
| C．Her future expectation. | D．Her father’s original motivation. |
4 . Ways to keep your eyesight in tip-top shape
If you have perfect vision, you probably don’t worry too much about eye health.
Eat for your eyes
We all know carrots can support eye health, but there are also a bunch of other fruits and vegetables that are beneficial. Mainly, you want produce that contains vitamins A, C, and E, which can help prevent some diseases like cataracts. Look for dark-colored vegetables such as peppers and sweet potatoes.
Give your eyes a break
Hours and hours of staring at the screen have become the everyday reality for many of us, and you’ve probably already noticed how straining it can be on your eyes. To help reduce this strain, experts recommend following the 20-20-20 rules.
Wear eye protection
It’s always a good idea to wear something in situations that might put your eyes at risk, whether you’re playing sports or doing construction work.
Don’t forget your sunglasses
Other than looking cool, sunglasses protect your eyes from ultraviolet rays(紫外线).
| A．It is extremely important to spot them early on, |
| B．Such radiations can damage your eyesight over time. |
| C．Other good sources of these nutrients include nuts and seeds. |
| D．That’s because you often look in the long distance for a break. |
| E．About 2,000 people suffer a work-related eye injury every day, |
| F．However, the reality is that vision problems can happen to anyone. |
| G．That means looking at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds every 20 minutes. |
5 . The first appointment this month was for high fever, the second for red eyes and now your child has a cough. With limited time off at your job, there’s no way you are taking him to the clinic again this month. You decide Dr. Google will work as you enter symptom into your search box. You’re not alone!
While online self-diagnosis (自我诊断) resources seem like savers in our moments of confusing illness, healthcare professionals see dangers in this practice.
For some, it’s a simple math equation: Symptoms + Internet search = You’re probably dying. “People read about the worst possible situation on Google when they look up their symptoms. This can contribute to great stress,” says Dana Corriel, a Primary Care Physician at Highland Medical. “It’s human nature to worry about the worst possible outcomes.”
Besides, Corriel warns of health blogs written by people unqualified to be giving advice. “Often, the information is too general,” Corriel explains. “Each person has a different family history, different risk factors and a varying social history, all of which contribute to the decision-making process a physician goes through when deciding on a proper diagnosis.”
“While an inaccurate diagnosis can be stressful, the greater risk is that patients take the next step in attempting to treat,” says Nicole Prause, a psychologist and researcher at Liberos. “This can lead to unjustified expense at the least and dangerous effects at worst.” Prause also sees the financial burden of unnecessary testing with the amount at 20- and 30-year-olds now requesting MRIs because they have headaches. The undue stress damages your emotional well-being, and it’s expensive for the patient, the insurance company and the medical provider.
Even after understanding the dangers of self-diagnosis, you can’t get past the convenience of using the Internet. It’s important to know that doctors do not intend to prohibit their patients from playing an active role in healthcare. The key is to be careful of the risks, involved with self-diagnosis and to be able to identify sources of information with an attitude of doubt.
1. How does the author introduce the topic of the text?| A．By describing his own experience. |
| B．By presenting problems existing in our life. |
| C．By imagining a possible situation. |
| D．By offering a definition of online self-diagnosis. |
| A．It is extremely convenient. |
| B．It can bring great stress and anxiety. |
| C．It may fail to get a general diagnosis. |
| D．It helps to diagnose confusing illnesses. |
| A．Having a critical eye. |
| B．Discussing with other patients. |
| C．Turning to reliable websites. |
| D．Getting some medical knowledge. |
| A．How to find a doctor online. |
| B．Dangers on online self-diagnosis. |
| C．Necessity for self-diagnosis. |
| D．Ways to seek self-diagnosis online. |
6 . How to lead a healthy life
Have you ever made the resolution to lead a healthy life? And what did you do for it? Leading a healthy life means that you should take charge of your own habits and actions.
Get enough sleep.
Build happiness and self-acceptance.
See your doctor regularly. Get your annual check-up, and see a doctor whenever you think something might be wrong.
| A．Take proper exercise daily. |
| B．Sleep has much to do with health. |
| C．Get all your working out in one day. |
| D．In fact, it is necessary to have a regular check-up. |
| E．There is a strong link between happiness and health. |
| F．Here are some tips that can help you lead a healthy life. |
| G．It is good for your recovery and can make you feel better. |
7 . People who are overweight are often seen to have a strong desire for food at any time of the day. They keep on eating till they reach their satisfaction level. This often pushes them towards overeating.
Do not rush while eating food. Take your time and eat slowly as this technique develops the feeling of fullness before your stomach is actually full.
Do not watch television while eating because it causes distractions.
| A．Eat when you begin feeling hungry. |
| B．Overeating is a major cause behind poor health. |
| C．Start with the dish that seems more interesting to you. |
| D．Frequent overeating will result in unwanted weight gain. |
| E．Instead, sit at a dining table to concentrate on what you’re eating. |
| F．Decide how much you want to eat before actually eating your food. |
| G．To know if you are full during a meal, take deep breaths in between. |
8 . Are you relatively skinny but growing a “beer belly”?
Then don’t be surprised at your next checkup if the nurse measures your waistline to determine your healthy weight. That’s because research is showing that a protruding (鼓出的) belly may be a sign of VAT — a dangerous form of fat around organs deep inside your body. “Studies confirm that visceral (内脏的) fat is a clear health risk,” said Dr. Tiffany Wiley, a senior expert at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland. Unlike the fat just under your skin, visceral fat raises your risk for heart disease. Experts think that’s because visceral fat raises blood pressure and inflames (使发炎) tissues and organs.
However, you can’t assume you’re safe from visceral fat if your overall weight is healthy, experts stress. That’s because you can have dangerous visceral fat even if you’re not considered overweight — and not have any visceral fat even if you are overweight.
How do you know if your stomach is protruding into dangerous size? Do a check. Non-pregnant women with a waist size greater than 88 cm and men with a waist larger than 102 cm, are at higher risk according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. If you’re Asian, it drops to 80 cm for women and 90 cm for men. But it is only a rough measure. “The only sure way to know is to check your visceral fat levels on a CT scan or MRI,” say experts.
According to the AHA committee, the most salutary physical activity to “shrink” belly is aerobic exercise. Aerobic means “with oxygen”, so aerobic exercise increases your breathing rate and promotes the circulation of oxygen through the blood. This type of exercise makes the heart work more effectively and improves its ability to move oxygen-carrying blood with every beat. Speed walking, jogging, stair climbing, cycling and swimming are all examples of aerobic exercise.
“However, more studies are needed to determine the best physical activity, food and other lifestyle changes to reduce heart disease risk,” Dr. Tiffany Wiley added.
1. What would a “beer belly” cause?| A．Enlarged organs inside the body. | B．Higher risk of heart disease. |
| C．Raised mental pressure. | D．Inflamed stomach. |
| A．A white man with a waist size of 120 cm. |
| B．A white woman with a waist size of 90 cm. |
| C．An Asian man with a waist size of 102 cm. |
| D．An Asian woman with a waist size of 75 cm. |
| A．Beneficial. | B．Difficult. | C．Enthusiastic. | D．Useless. |
| A．Doing aerobic exercise can remove visceral fat completely. |
| B．Heart ability improves when one does speed walking. |
| C．Further studies are needed to reduce heart disease risk. |
| D．Food and life style determine one’s body shape. |
| A．It helps absorb sugar. |
| B．It works up an appetite. |
| C．It reduces the desire for sugar. |
10 . Curtis Fraser was a fashion designer. One afternoon in August, when he reached out to measure some materials, he lost his balance and fell down. The accident left the 55—year—old unable to use his hands and feet. So he had to arrive at the strange London to begin his long recovery period.
Having long had an interest in birds, he discovered Horatio's Garden London & South East before long which belonged to the hospital. Then he visited this garden at least once a day.
Working in the garden helped his hands to function normally. Not only that, he also felt that there was a different feeling when he was in nature. He loved the sweet smell of the flowers and the colors of the plants. It's therapeutic(治愈的).
Fraser was eventually introduced to Ashley Edwards, the head gardener, in September, for one—to—one gardening lessons. “When Curtis first came in, he had very little hand function and was hardly able to hold tools,” says Edwards. “He required a lot of help in the gardening classes but, as each week goes by, I’ve seen a huge improvement in his movements.”
Fraser recalls the first lesson: “It was 80 good. We were chatting away and the time went by so quickly. Soon, I could do things that I didn't think I would ever do again.”
For Fraser, the garden offered relief(减轻) from the painful treatment. “It gave me clear thoughts. In the garden, I'd forget that I was in hospital. I'd come out and think, ‘Oh man, sill here’—but I'd get a good feeling from the garden.” Fraser has been in recovery for seven months and left hospital on March 1.
The new gardener now suggests the garden to fellow patients, who return to tell him about its unique benefits. “That garden helped my recovery so much. Even for a little moment, I'd tell people to visit one. It can clear your mind.”
1. What was Fraser' s hobby?| A．Designing houses. | B．Watching birds. |
| C．Collecting plants. | D．Studying materials. |
| A．Gardening benefited Fraser. |
| B．Fraser was unlucky. |
| C．Fraser had a gift for gardening. |
| D．Garden tools were hard to use. |
| A．It was a nice place to chat. |
| B．They could make more friends. |
| C．It offered an escape from reality. |
| D．They could get free classes there. |
| A．An Old Gardener | B．A Terrible Experience |
| C．Gardening Gets Popular | D．Gardening Works Wonders |
