Eat to Feel Good

   

According to nutritionist, the food we eat may affect our health.  Healthy foods can significantly improve our health and our wellbeing.  Good foods that are loaded with nutrients are believed to boosts our energy levels and better yet, are considered to put us in a good mood.  Good mood can influence our performances in demanding situations by being able to adopt, and cope effectively.  There are several nutritious foods, but let’s look-up at the most popular ones: “Healthy carbohydrates-whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and beans. These foods’ nutrients can calm, and can decrease symptoms of depression.  Maintaining a good balance of eating carbs is essential, especially is there is a possibility of having diabetes.  Dark chocolate-with cocoa (70 percent or higher), when eaten in moderation can improve cognitive intelligence and relieve stress.  Fruits- bananas, blueberries, and blackberries are to be known as mood lifter.”   So let’s try to eat a little healthier!

Vocabulary:

Adopt: Verb (present tense)- become adjusted to new conditions.  Synonyms: modify, alter, change.

Boosts: Verb (Present tense)- help or encourage something to increase/improve.  Synonyms: uplift, enhance,

Cope: Verb (present tense)- a person deal effectively with something difficult.  Synonyms: manage, survive.

Mood: Noun- a temporary state of mind or feeling.  Synonyms: humor, temper.

Moderation: Noun- the avoidance of excess or extreme, especially in one’s behavior. Synonyms: self-restrain, self-control, restrain.

Nutritionist: Noun-a person who jobs is to give advice on how food affects your health.

Vocabulary exercise: Please fill in the blacks with the correct vocabulary word.

1.     Most of us are able to _________ to new environments.

2.     Eating healthy can _______ my mood.

3.     How did you _______ with the winter season?

4.     Eat in ____________ to maintain proper eating habits.

5.     Patients with diabetes must consult a _____________ for advice.

6.     Spring weather puts me in a good _________.

Grammar Point: Use the present form of a verb to express the idea that an action is happening regularly.

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