1 . A study following nearly 30,000 older adults for more than 10 years has found six key healthy lifestyle factors can significantly reduce memory loss and those adults engaging in between four and six of the healthy lifestyle behaviors could dramatically reduce their risks of developing dementia (痴呆), even when carrying genes that increase their risks of Alzheimer’s disease.
“Six healthy lifestyle aspects were assessed: a healthy diet, regular physical exercise, active social contact, active cognitive (认知的) activity, never smoking, and never drinking alcohol,” the researchers explained in the new study. Participants were classified (分类) into the favorable group if they had four to six healthy lifestyle factors, into the average group for two to three factors, and into the unfavorable group for zero to one factor.
The study found that people with four to six healthy habits had a much slower loss of memory than those with fewer healthy habits. People with these good habits were also much less likely to get dementia than those with one or no healthy habits. Those who had two or three good habits were 30% less likely to get dementia.
The study didn’t figure out which of the six healthy habits is the best for stopping dementia or which combination is the best. However, the information did show that eating healthy seemed to help prevent memory loss the most, with brain exercise and regular physical exercise also very helpful.
About 20% of the people in the study had a gene that makes Alzheimer’s disease more likely. Even so, having several good health habits helped slow down memory loss. This shows that changing how we live can really help.
Even though each health habit helped in a different way, overall, the study found that people with more good health habits had much less memory loss than those with fewer good habits. This suggests that the choices we make in how we live can help protect our memory. The study adds to the evidence that we might be able to change our risk of memory loss.
1. What were the groups categorized based on?A.The participants’ age. | B.What hobbies the participants got rid of. |
C.The healthy lifestyles the participants had. | D.What the participants’ attitudes to factors were. |
A.The favorable group was happier than the other two. |
B.More healthy lifestyles were of more benefit to health. |
C.Healthy habits had little impact on memory or dementia. |
D.People with a healthy diet wouldn’t suffer a loss of memory. |
A.A healthy diet. | B.Active social contact. |
C.Active cognitive activities. | D.Never drinking alcohol. |
A.Healthy Lifestyles Slowing Memory Loss | B.A Study Making A Great Breakthrough |
C.A Healthy Diet Being The Best Lifestyle | D.Old Adults Suffering From Health Problems |
2 . Smartwatches and fitness trackers (健身追踪器) have gained popularity recently. These tools can record your daily steps, heart rates, etc.
It’s a struggle to overcome the addiction to fitness trackers.
Of course, failing to meet your daily goal can be discouraging. You might focus on your shortcoming rather than your progress. Another problem is that you might find yourself paying too much attention to the step number rather than how your body feels.
Therefore, if you’re spending too much time looking at your smartwatch, limit your daily step count to a comfortable level.
A.How can you tell whether you’re addicted to your fitness tracker? |
B.Actually this addiction to step count can be risky, mentally and physically. |
C.Don’t overuse your smartwatch. |
D.However, do you find yourself checking your steps and heart rates too often? |
E.After all, reaching a daily step count can be so appealing. |
F.Besides, you can find other things to do that don’t involve checking your fitness tracker. |
G.It doesn’t covey what you’re really feeling. |
3 . Here are some habits to help you enjoy a longer and better life.
Eat better. You don’t have to adopt some crazy diet or give up all sweets. Instead, try to eat a few more vegetables and fruits.
Check with your doctor. When you feel good, it’s easy to avoid going to the doctor. No matter how you feel, though, it’s a good idea to visit your doctor for an annual check up.
Keep moving. Exercise lowers blood pressure, controls our weight, strengthens our bones and muscles, reduces our risk for cancers, and improves mood. Some research also says it has the power to keep us young. Physical activities including exercises can improve our flexibility, strength and balance.
A.Do volunteer work |
B.Connect with people |
C.You can also eat more whole foods |
D.You don’t have to take up running marathons . |
E.They not only have health benefits, but taste good |
F.The doctor will most likely carry out some routine tests |
G.Each of these tests can help identify any potential problems |
4 . Back pain can make it difficult for many people to function in everyday life.
Our bodies need adequate movement throughout the day to avoid the stiffness that contributes to aches and pains. If the weather is good, don't hunt for the nearest parking spot; don't take the elevator when you have the option of one or two flights of stairs. When you need to sit for long periods, set a timer to get up every hour and be active for just a few minutes.
When we overuse our dominant side, we create muscle patterns of weakness and tension that increase pain, especially in our backs. Consider the actions you take repeatedly throughout the day that shift your weight to one side.
Psychological stress is a noted risk factor for back pain, according to research. Most mental stress is caused by focusing on the past or future.
A.Switch sides when you carry things. |
B.It affects how you move, feel and think. |
C.You should learn more about the cause of your pain. |
D.Approach the health of your back as a responsibility. |
E.So actively being mindful of the present reduces stress. |
F.You'd better take a quick break to check in with your breathing. |
G.More minutes of movement add up to big health benefits over time. |
5 . Teenagers’ fitness is now a major concern,and physical exercise is very important. It reduces stress and improves fitness. Exercise makes your body strong,and helps you to keep the right body weight. Sports scientist Dr. Helen Lopez offers the following advice to teenagers:“First,you need to find out your present level of fitness. Then you can design a programme that will help you become healthier.”
Dr. Lopez suggests that there are three levels of fitness that need a change of lifestyle.“Overweight”means that the person gets very little exercise and often has a serious weight problem. “Inactive” means that the person does not join in many physical activities,but is not seriously overweight.“Active”refers to people who take part in sports and other physical activities,but do not have a high fitness level.
According to Dr. Lopez,overweight teenagers should work out to keep healthy.“Ride a bike,play volleyball or basketball for a while,and go for a twentyminute walk each day. All these will help to burn calories.”Inactive teenagers should do similar activities, but add some bending and stretching exercises, such as pushups and situps, starting with twenty of each a day.“Inactive people can take a little more exercise than overweight people because their bodies are stronger,”Dr. Lopez said. The same rule applies to active teenagers.
Dr. Lopez suggests one hour a week or more on running and other forms of intensive exercise,together with fifteen minutes a day spent on stretching and bending activities.“These are really important in order to prevent injuries,” Dr. Lopez said. Some weighttraining and other bodystrengthening exercises could also be planned in the programme in order to increase the person’s strength.
1. What can we learn from the passage?A.Active people always have a high fitness level. |
B.Overweight people always take more exercise. |
C.Keeping fit means changing teenagers’ lifestyle. |
D.Inactive teenagers are not seriously overweight. |
A.Physical exercise can make the teenagers grow taller. |
B.Physical exercise can help teenagers become healthier. |
C.Physical exercise can help to burn up calories. |
D.Physical exercise can increase teenagers’ strength. |
A.walking exercises | B.streching and bending |
C.riding | D.weighttraining |
A.Doing Exercise |
B.Teenagers’ Fitness |
C.Different Lifestyles |
D.Overweight Teenagers |
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Dear boys and girls,
Good health is important to everyone, without which one can hardly live a satisfactory life.
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I hope we all live a healthy and happy life. Take action now!
Thank you!
7 . Are you sometimes a little tired and sleepy in the early afternoon? Many people feel this way after lunch. They may think that eating lunch is the cause of the sleepiness. Or, in summer, they may think it is the heat (热). However, the real reason lies inside their bodies. At that time—about eight hours after you wake up - your body temperature goes down. This is what makes you slow down and feel sleepy. Scientists have tested sleep habits in experiments where there was no night or day. The people in these experiments almost always followed a similar sleeping pattern (模式). They slept for one long period and then for one short period about eight hours later.
In many parts of the world, people take naps (小睡) in the middle of the day. This is especially true in warmer climates (气候), where the heat makes work difficult in the early afternoon. Researchers are now saying that naps are good for everyone in any climate. A daily nap gives one a more rested body and mind and therefore is good for health in general. In countries where naps are traditional (传统的), people often suffer less from problem such as heart disease.
Many working people unfortunately, have no time to take naps. Though doctors may advise taking naps, employers do not allow it! If you do have the chance, however, here are a few tips about making the most of your nap. Remember that the best time to take a nap is about eight hours after you get up. A short sleep too late in the day may only make you feel more tired and sleepy afterward. This can also happen if you sleep for too long. If you do not have enough time, try a short nap - even ten minutes of sleep can be helpful.
1. Why do people feel sleepy in the early afternoon according to the text?A.They eat too much for lunch. | B.They sleep too little at night. |
C.Their body temperature becomes lower. | D.The weather becomes a lot warmer. |
A.About 12:30 pm. | B.About 1:30 pm. | C.About 2:30 pm. | D.About 3:30 pm. |
A.Just for a Rest | B.All for a Nap |
C.A Special Sleep Pattern. | D.Taking Naps in Warmer Climate. |
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As for how to stay healthy, health experts give us some helpful suggestion. Firstly, we must keep a balancing diet in our daily life. We should avoid the food what is rich in fat and sugar. We'd better having more fresh vegetables and fruits that are in great benefit to us. Secondly, taking exercise every day help build a strong body. As it is known to us, working out on a regular basis plays important part in keeping us healthy. Finally, making sure we have enough sleep to keep us energetic and happy. By eating well, exercising regular and having enough sleep, we can keep our bodies healthy.
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I am sorry to hear that you are upset because you were too fat at present. I have learned how to lose the weight for a long time. I will give you some advices. First, it is necessary to spend one hour a day in working out regular; try to walk instead of take a bus. Second, develop a good eating habit, what helps you keep a healthy body. When they are stressed, try to relax yourself by listening soft music. Finally, never stay up too late or make sure you get enough sleep. Hopefully, you can live a much good life than before.
10 . The eyes are the windows of the soul. Having a pair of bright, clear eyes is very important, so we should protect our eyes throughout our lives.
Keep a distance from the TV set when you watch TV and give your eyes a rest every 30 minutes.
Don’t stare at the sun or try to read in the darkness.
Get your eyes checked often. Not many people have this habit, but it is necessary. If you feel that there is something wrong with your eyes, get them checked quickly.
Be careful when you choose your glasses.
A.Develop good reading habits. |
B.Rest your eyes whenever you can. |
C.Make sure you get enough sleep every night. |
D.Glasses that aren’t suitable for you could bring you trouble. |
E.Even if you’re wearing sunglasses, never look directly at the sun. |
F.Eye problems can be found and treated early with regular checks. |
G.Drink green tea every day as a way to protect your eyes against eye problems. |