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Healthy Living

健康生活

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词汇 core 13 · expansion 16 · chunks 4

核心词 core

exercisen.B1
锻炼,运动
do exercise · regular exercise
I try to do at least 30 minutes of exercise every day.
我每天尽量做至少30分钟锻炼。
dietn.B1
饮食,节食
a healthy diet · a balanced diet
A poor diet can lead to health problems.
不健康的饮食会导致健康问题。
healthyadj.B1
健康的
healthy food · healthy lifestyle
Eating healthy food is important for everyone.
吃健康食物对每个人都很重要。
habitn.B1
习惯
good habits · bad habits
Brushing your teeth twice a day is a good habit.
每天刷牙两次是个好习惯。
improvev.B1
改善,提高
improve your health · improve your fitness
She improved her diet by adding more vegetables.
她通过增加蔬菜来改善饮食。
illnessn.B1
疾病
serious illness · minor illness
He missed work because of a minor illness.
他因小病没去上班。
symptomn.B2
症状
common symptoms · flu symptoms
A high temperature is a common symptom of flu.
高烧是流感的常见症状。
appointmentn.B1
预约
make an appointment · doctor's appointment
I have a dentist appointment at 2 o'clock.
我两点有个牙医预约。
advicen.B1
建议
give advice · medical advice
The doctor gave me some advice about sleeping better.
医生给了我一些改善睡眠的建议。
reducev.B1
减少
reduce stress · reduce the risk
Regular exercise can reduce the risk of heart disease.
经常锻炼可以降低患心脏病的风险。
stressn.B1
压力
under stress · cope with stress
Too much stress can affect your health.
过大的压力会影响你的健康。
enoughadj.B1
足够的
enough sleep · enough exercise
You need to get enough sleep to stay healthy.
你需要充足的睡眠来保持健康。
balancedadj.B1
均衡的
a balanced diet
A balanced diet includes fruit, vegetables and protein.
均衡饮食包括水果、蔬菜和蛋白质。

扩展词库 expansion

prescriptionn.B2
处方
a doctor's prescription · get a prescription
medicationn.B1
药物
take medication · on medication
painn.B1
疼痛
feel pain · back pain
sufferv.B1
遭受,受苦
suffer from · suffer pain
curev./n.B2
治愈,疗法
a cure for · cure an illness
preventv.B1
预防
prevent illness · prevent from
activeadj.B1
活跃的
physically active · keep active
lifestylen.B1
生活方式
a healthy lifestyle · change your lifestyle
nutritionn.B2
营养
good nutrition · nutrition advice
fitnessn.B1
健康,健壮
physical fitness · fitness level
recoveryn.B2
恢复
make a recovery · full recovery
treatmentn.B1
治疗
medical treatment · receive treatment
infectionn.B1
感染
prevent infection · chest infection
obesityn.B2
肥胖
childhood obesity · obesity problem
mentaladj.B1
精神的
mental health · mental illness
physicaladj.B1
身体的
physical activity · physical health

词块 / 生存短语 chunks

keep fit保持健康
I go running twice a week to keep fit.
我每周跑步两次来保持健康。
get better好转,康复
I hope you'll get better soon.
我希望你很快就会好起来。
take up exercise开始锻炼
I've decided to take up exercise in the new year.
我决定在新的一年开始锻炼。
put on weight增加体重
He stopped exercising and put on weight quickly.
他停止了锻炼,很快就增重了。

语法 语言升级点

Second conditional (if + past, would) – introductionB1+
谈论现在或将来不大可能发生的假设情况,或想象的事情
If + 过去简单, would + 动词原形
二类条件用来表示现在或未来不太可能实现的假设。If I had more time 暗示实际上我没有太多时间。注意与一类条件的区别:一类条件(If I have time, I will go)是真实可能发生的;二类条件(If I had time, I would go)只是想象。从句用过去式,主句用 would + 动词原形。

例句

If I were you, I would go to the doctor.
如果我是你,我会去看医生。
If he did more exercise, he would feel healthier.
如果他做更多锻炼,他会感觉更健康。

常见错误

✗ If I have more time, I would exercise.✓ If I had more time, I would exercise.
二类条件从句必须用过去式,不能用现在式。
↑ 提分:再高一档可在主句用 could/might 表示可能性(If I had a bike, I might cycle to work)。
Should / ought to / had better for adviceB1
给出建议或意见
should / ought to / had better (+不带to的不定式)
这三个结构都用来给建议,但语气强弱不同。should 和 ought to 意思相近,表示「应该」,语气较温和。had better 更强,含有「最好(否则会有不良后果)」的警告味。注意 ought to 的 to 不能丢;had better 后面接动词原形。

例句

You should eat more vegetables.
你应该多吃蔬菜。
You ought to see a doctor about that cough.
你应该去看看那个咳嗽。
You had better not stay up too late before the exam.
你最好别在考试前熬夜。

常见错误

✗ You had better to rest.✓ You had better rest.
had better 后直接跟动词原形,不加 to。
✗ You ought eat less.✓ You ought to eat less.
ought 必须带 to。
↑ 提分:在议论文中可用 should 提建议,但更高档的写法会用 It is recommended that… 等被动结构。

阅读 Reading health leaflet

Tips for Staying Healthy
HEALTHY LIVING GUIDE Here are some simple ways to improve your health. Eat well: Try to eat at least five portions of fruit and vegetables every day. Cut down on sugary drinks and fast food. A balanced diet helps your body fight illness. Move more: You don't need to go to the gym. Walking, cycling, or taking the stairs can make a big difference. Aim for 30 minutes of moderate activity most days. Get enough sleep: Most adults need 7–8 hours of sleep each night. Go to bed at the same time and avoid screens before bedtime. Manage stress: Too much stress can cause health problems like headaches and high blood pressure. Take breaks, talk to friends, or try deep breathing exercises. Smoking and alcohol: If you smoke, it's never too late to stop. Drinking too much alcohol can also damage your health. Ask your doctor for help if you need it.
portions份(食物)moderate适度的blood pressure血压
TFNG1.You should eat exactly five portions of fruit a day.
✅ FALSE — 原文说 at least five portions,不是 exactly five。
TFNG2.Walking is not enough to improve health.
✅ FALSE — 原文说 Walking... can make a big difference,说明走路也有用。
MCQ3.What can cause high blood pressure according to the leaflet?
  • A lack of sleep
  • B too much stress
  • C smoking
✅ B — 原文 Manage stress 那部分说 Too much stress can cause... high blood pressure。
gap_fill4.The leaflet recommends ___ minutes of moderate activity most days.
✅ 30 — 原文 Aim for 30 minutes of moderate activity most days。
TFNG5.If you are old, it is too late to stop smoking.
✅ FALSE — 原文 If you smoke, it's never too late to stop,任何年纪都不晚。
💡 技巧:健康传单常列出建议和理由,题目多考具体数字、建议内容以及原文的改写。注意识别 at least / most / never 等限定词。

听力 Listening Section 1 · UK

情景:病人打电话到诊所预约看病(Section 1 事务性对话)

Receptionist
Good morning, Greenfield Medical Practice. How can I help?
Patient
Oh, hello. I'd like to make an appointment to see a doctor, please.
Receptionist
Of course. Could I have your name and date of birth?
Patient
Yes, it's Sarah Bennett. B-E-N-N-E-T-T. Date of birth: 14th May 1985.
Receptionist
Thank you. And what's the reason for the appointment?
Patient
I've been feeling very tired recently and I've also had some headaches.
Receptionist
I see. The doctor has an opening tomorrow at 10:15. Would that work?
Patient
Yes, that's fine.
Receptionist
Okay, I've booked you in with Dr Wilson. Please arrive ten minutes early.
Patient
Will do. Thank you very much.
Receptionist
You're welcome. Goodbye.
gap_fill1.The patient's surname is ___.
✅ Bennett — 拼出 B-E-N-N-E-T-T。
gap_fill2.The patient was born on the ___ of May 1985.
✅ 14th — 日期 14th May。
MCQ3.Which symptom does the patient NOT mention?
  • A tiredness
  • B headaches
  • C stomach ache
✅ C — 她说 tired 和 headaches,没有 stomach ache。
gap_fill4.The appointment is with Dr ___.
✅ Wilson — booked you in with Dr Wilson。
TFNG5.The patient should arrive at exactly 10:15.
✅ FALSE — Please arrive ten minutes early,所以要提前十分钟到。
💡 技巧:Section 1 常考姓名拼写、日期、时间。边听边速记关键信息。注意干扰——选项可能都提到,但只有一个是问题真正要的。

写作 Writing Task 1 (letter)(informal) · 目标 160 词

Your friend has been feeling unwell recently. Write a letter to him/her. In your letter: - ask about his/her health - give some advice on how to get better - say what you plan to do to help.
Dear Jack, I was really sorry to hear from your sister that you've been feeling unwell. She said you caught a bad flu and had to take a week off work. That sounds horrible! I hope you're starting to feel a bit better now. I think you've been working too hard and not getting enough sleep. You really need to slow down and take it easy for a while. When your body is fighting an illness, proper rest is the best medicine. Maybe you could try to eat more fruit and vegetables to boost your immune system, and don't forget to drink lots of water. If I were you, I'd go to the doctor just to get checked and make sure everything is fine. Once you're feeling better, you might want to think about starting some gentle exercise, like walking, to stay healthy in the future. But for now, the most important thing is to rest. I'd like to come over on Friday afternoon, if that works for you. I can bring some soup and we can just relax and watch a film. Let me know. Get well soon, and take good care of yourself! Best wishes, James

逐句标注

任务“I was really sorry to hear...”非正式信件的友善开场,表达关心,扣住第一个要点。
词汇“You really need to slow down / take it easy”用非正式表达给出建议,符合 informal 语气。
语法“If I were you, I'd go to the doctor”二类条件,假设性建议,本课语法点。
衔接“I'd like to come over...”过渡到提供具体帮助,逻辑清晰。
任务“Best wishes,”非正式信件标准结尾,格式正确。
🎯 本档语言特征:覆盖所有要点,语气自然友好;使用二类条件、建议句型;词汇贴合健康主题,如 boost your immune system。整体≈band6。
↑ 再上一档:再上一档可尝试更丰富的连接词(however, therefore)和更复杂的句式(非限定从句),并在建议中加入 more nuanced expressions。

口语 Speaking

Part 1

Q: Do you think you have a healthy lifestyle?
I try to, but I'm not perfect. I eat quite well and I go to the gym a couple of times a week, but I also spend too much time sitting at my desk, which I know is not great.
💡 客观评价,正面+小缺点,使用 which 非限定从句加分。
Q: What do you do to stay healthy?
I make sure I get enough sleep and I try to manage my stress by doing yoga. I also walk a lot instead of taking the bus whenever I can.
💡 列举具体习惯,用上本课词汇。
Q: Have you ever been seriously ill?
Once, a few years ago, I had a really bad flu. I had a high fever and had to stay in bed for a week. It was awful, but I recovered fully.
💡 用现在完成引题,过去式讲细节,符合时态切换。

Part 2 · 提示卡

Describe a time when you were ill. You should say: when it was, what the illness was, how it affected you, and explain how you recovered.
I'd like to talk about a bad flu I had last winter. I woke up one morning feeling very weak and I had a terrible headache. I took my temperature and it was over 39 degrees, so I knew something was wrong. I felt completely exhausted and couldn't eat anything. I had to cancel all my plans for the week and just rest. I went to the doctor and she said it was flu. She advised me to drink lots of fluids and take paracetamol. She also told me to stay home and rest. I followed her advice, and little by little, I started to feel better. After about ten days, I was back to normal. Now I always get the flu vaccine to protect myself.
💡 按提示点顺序,用时间标记语,加入医生建议(练习 should/ought to 的思路),结尾提到现在预防措施。

Part 3

Q: Why do some people find it hard to stay healthy?
I think it's often because of time and money. Healthy food can be expensive, and many people work long hours so they don't have time to exercise. Also, bad habits like smoking or eating fast food are hard to break.
💡 分析几方面原因,用 because, also 连接,适合该档。
Q: Should the government do more to encourage healthy living?
Yes, I think so. For example, they could put higher taxes on sugary drinks and fast food, and use that money to make public sports facilities cheaper or even free. That might help more people stay active.
💡 给出观点+例子,用 could / might 表示可能性。

高频短语

take it easy放轻松,别太劳累(给朋友的建议)
boost your immune system增强免疫系统(健康话题用)
if I were you如果我是你(二类条件,提建议)

应试策略

5.5档要在答对的基础上运用新语法:写作和口语里主动放入 if I were you 和 should/ought to 等建议句型;阅读注意健康传单里的数字和条件句;听力 Section 1 抓拼写和数字。

本档提分建议

从5.5到6.5的关键:①多用复合句(定语从句、二类条件);②用 shouldn't / ought not to 等否定建议丰富表达;③口语坚持每题 2-3 句,添加 because 理由。