Basic 2 Unit 2

Unit 2
Healthy Eating

Food
a. Match the food to the pictures.

chicken • cucumbers • fish • fruit • lemons • eggs • milk • vegetables

eggs
1. ___________ chicken
2. _____________ fruit
3. ____________4. vegetables
_____________

milk
5. ___________ cucumbers
6. _____________ lemons
7. ____________ fish
8. _____________

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b. Which of the food from activity a. did Sheila talk about in the radio show, “Sheila’s
Kitchen”?

Sheila mentioned cucumbers, fish, fruit

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c. Did you enjoy the radio show, “Sheila’s Kitchen”? What do you think Sheila will say
next? Mark the sentences that she might say.

1. Durelle products are very expensive.

x 2. Salads are quick and easy to make.

x 3. Vegetables are a very important part of our everyday diet.

x 4. Can I please have a big plate of fruit salad for dessert?

x 5. Another great thing about salads is that they are tasty, but not fattening.

6. You can add many kinds of dressings to salads.

d. Imagine you are presenting a radio show about healthy food. Complete the
phrases below.

"Nourish Your Body Radio," your guide to healthier living through food choices.
1. Hello and welcome to ______________________________________________.
exploring the power of superfoods and their impact on our well-being.
2. Today’s program is about ___________________________________________.
healthy eating was often overlooked, but now I realize the immense importance ofnutritious meals for overall
3. When I was young, ________________________________________________.
health and vitality.
the food choices we make significantly influence our physical and mental well-being, emphasizing the need for
4. Today we know that _______________________________________________.
a balanced and wholesome diet.

5. And now a few words about_________________________________________.

the benefits of incorporating organic produce into your daily meals for ahealthier lifestyle.

e. Read your radio show script to your partner. Record yourself and play the
recording to the class.

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Dieters Are Feeling Great!

a. What did you learn about dieting from the article “Dieters Are Feeling Great”? The
following sentences are false. Correct them to make them true.

1. Steak is better for you than chicken.

chicken is better for you than steak.
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2. Salty food is very healthy.

Salty food is not very healthy
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3. Dinner is the most important meal of the day.

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day
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4. The body doesn’t need any food first thing in the morning.
The body needs energy after a long night without any food, so it's important to eat
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something in the morning.
5. If you want to lose weight, eat lots of fried food
If you want to lose weight, avoid eating lots of fried food.
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b. Imagine you are on the “Kim Fit” diet. Write a list of important rules to remember.

“Kim Fit” Rules to Remember

Consume a balanced breakfast that includes energy-boosting foods like wholegrains, lean proteins, and healthy fats
1.__________________________________________________________
Incorporate a variety of nutrient-dense foods, such as fruits, vegetables, leanmeats, and low-fat dairy products, into your
2.__________________________________________________________
meals

Minimize the intake of fried and high-fat foods; opt for leaner alternatives likeskinless poultry, fish, and turkey.
3.__________________________________________________________

4.__________________________________________________________
Limit the consumption of salty foods and focus on using herbs and spices toenhance flavor instead

5.__________________________________________________________
. Stay hydrated by drinking an adequate amount of water throughout the day.

6.__________________________________________________________
Engage in regular physical activity to complement the diet for overall health andwell-being.

c. Exchange rules with your partner. Does your partner have any good rules that you
can add to your list?

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d. Read this letter from one of Kim Fit’s readers. Complete the letter using the
following words:

body • breakfast • diet • energy • fried foods • never • salt • weight

Dear Kim Fit,

diet
A few months ago I decided to go on a (1) __________________________.
fried foods
I stopped eating (2) _______________________ and I also started to use
salt
less (3) ____________________________. I ate only vegetable salads for

(4) _______________________,
breakfast lunch and dinner.

At first I lost a lot of (5)______ _________________, but after a few

weight
weeks, I couldn’t continue any more.
body
My (6) ________________ energy
needed more (7) ________________________!
never
It’s always the same story – I can (8) ________________________ stay on

a diet for long! What can I do? Please help me.

Yours,

Jack Roland

e. Which of these sentences do you think will be in Kim Fit’s answer to Mr. Roland?

x 1. Don’t give up. Try to find a diet that you can keep to.

2. Nobody can live on only vegetable salads for long.

3. Eat as much as you want, especially fried foods.

4. It’s OK to eat unhealthy food sometimes.

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f. You are Kim Fit. Write your answer to Jack Roland. Use some of the sentences from
activity e.

Dear Jack,

Thank you for your letter.

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Dear Jack,
__________________________________________________________

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Thank you for sharing your experience with me. I know how difficult it can be to stick to a diet, especially when it
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leaves you feeling tired and frustrated. The important thing is to find something that works for you and that feels
sustainable to you.
__________________________________________________________
Instead of eating only vegetable salads, try mixing your meals with lean proteins, whole grains, and healthy fats.
They will give you the energy you need and help you stay in shape. And don't worry, it's okay to enjoy your
__________________________________________________________
favorite foods from time to time. Balance is what matters.

You are already making an effort and that is a big step. Keep going, you'll find a routine.
__________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________

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Take care,
Kim in shape

__________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________

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Best wishes,
Kim Fit

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Piece of Cake
a. Separate the sentences to make two alternative dialogues.

But even people on diets have to eat.

OK. If you say it’s good.
Mmm. This is delicious!
Thanks, but I really don’t want any cake.
I’m not hungry right now, but thanks anyway.
OK. You don’t have to get angry.
I’m not angry. I’m just on a diet.
But it’s really very good. Are you sure?
It is good. Here you are.
No, thank you. I’m on a diet.

Dialogue 1
Man: Would you like some cake?
Woman: __________________________________________________________
I’m not hungry right now, but thanks anyway

Man: __________________________________________________________
OK. You don’t have to get angry.
Woman: __________________________________________________________
I’m not angry. I’m just on a diet
Man: __________________________________________________________
But it’s really very good. Are you sure?
It is good. Here you are.
Woman: __________________________________________________________

Dialogue 2
Man: Would you like some cake?
I’m not sure… I’m trying to watch what I eat.
Woman: __________________________________________________________
Man: __________________________________________________________
It’s dark chocolate with orange, your favorite.

Woman: __________________________________________________________
Well, I guess I can make an exception this time.

Man: __________________________________________________________
I knew you wouldn’t resist. Here you go!

Woman: __________________________________________________________
Thank you, really. You always know how to convince me.

b. Choose one of the dialogues and practice it with a partner. Take turns reading the
different parts.

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c. Mark which of the following phrases express refusal and which express acceptance.

Refusal Acceptance

1. You’re right! x

2. Sure, why not? x

3. Sorry, I don’t like… x

4. I said I don’t want any. x

5. No, thank you anyway. x

6. Not now, thanks. x

7. Great! I’d love to. x

d. Write a dialogue for one of the following situations:

• Your friend wants to go out, but you are too tired.

• Your friend wants to invite you to a movie that you don’t want to see.
• Your friend wants to go out to lunch, but you just ate something.

You: Hey, I just ate a little while ago. I don't think I can eat lunch right now.
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Your friend: ________________________________________________________
Oh, really? I was craving something and thought we could go together.

You: ________________________________________________________
How about I join you and get a coffee or something light?
Hmm, I guess that works. But, are you sure you're okay just sitting there?
Your friend: ________________________________________________________
You: Of course! It's more about hanging out with you anyway.
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Your friend: ________________________________________________________
Alright, deal! Let's go.

e. Now change your dialogue so that this time you agree to do what your friend wants.

You: Lunch sounds good! Where do you want to go?

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Your friend: ________________________________________________________
Really? I thought you might say no since you just ate.

You: I did, but I can still go for something small. Spending time with you is worth it.
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Your friend: ________________________________________________________
Aw, that’s awesome. Let’s go get something tasty!

You: ________________________________________________________
Sounds like a plan. Lead the way!

Your friend: ________________________________________________________

Sounds like a plan. Lead the way!

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Nouns: Quantifiers
a. Kim Fit is talking to her friend Fiona about her diet. Use the quantifiers below to
complete their conversation. There is more than one possible answer.

a lot of • some • a few • much • any

Kim: much
Do you eat (1)______________________ fried food?
some
Fiona: Well, I usually eat (2)______________________ chips with my lunch.

Kim: How about cake and chocolate?

Fiona: Oh, I love cake. I always have (3)______________________

a little cake with my
morning coffee.

Kim: What do you have for breakfast?

any
Fiona: I don’t really have (4)______________________ breakfast.

Kim: Do you drink (5)______________________

a lot of coffee?
a few
Fiona: I drink (6)____________________ cups of coffee a day, but not many really.

b. Do you think that Fiona’s diet is healthy? Why? Why not?

Fiona’s diet could be healthier. Regularly eating fried food and cake, along with skipping
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breakfast, might not provide her with the nutrients her body needs. Breakfast is essential
for__________________________________________________________________
energy and focus, and relying on multiple cups of coffee instead might leave her with
short bursts of energy followed by fatigue. To improve her diet, she could include more
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fruits, vegetables, and whole grains while reducing sugary and fried foods.

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