Today, due to numerous medical and scientific advances, people are living longer than ever before. But you have to be good to your body, mind, and soul. The following tips are a good start for getting you on your way to living a long and healthy life.
Eat a balanced diet -- one that is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fiber and low in saturated fat, trans fat, and cholesterol. A well-balanced diet can provide your body with the essential nutrients needed to achieve and maintain optimum (最佳的) health.
Be physically active -- try to incorporate 30 minutes of activity into your day, every day. The options are endless; start walking on the beach in the mornings, try jogging with a friend, or go for a bike ride in the afternoons. Make sure you choose activities that you enjoy, so that you'll be more likely to make them a habit.
Get regular preventive check-ups --see your doctor regularly; remember your doctor is your partner in health care. By having regular check-ups, you may be able to catch small problems before they become big ones.
Be safe - use common sense and be streetsmart (适应都市生活的). Don't put yourself in situations that are questionable. Always wear your seatbelt and bike helmet. Don't go for a run, walk, or jog at night by yourself. Keep your home well lit and free of things that could make you fall.
Stay in touch with family and friends -- get to know your neighbors. Take the time to be involved with your community. By creating a strong social network, you will not only have friends to celebrate with when good things happen, but also a support system in difficult times.
Keep a positive attitude -- studies have shown that people who have a positive attitude tend to live longer, and lead healthier and happier lives. Try to find the humor in life. And remember to laugh.
小题1:What would be the best title for the passage? (No more than 10 words.)
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小题2:Please explain the underlined word “tips” in English (No more than 5 words)
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小题3:Why do we need to get regular check-ups? ( No more than 10 words.)
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小题4:What should you pay attention to when doing activities? ( No more than 15 words.)
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小题5:What should you do to keep a positive attitude? ( No more than 10 words.)
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小题1:Tips on how to live a long and healthy life. （10字内）
小题2:useful pieces of advice / suggestions （5字内）
小题3:Because they can prevent serious illnesses at the very beginning.（10字内）
小题4:Choose the activities you enjoy so that you’ll be more likely to make them a habit. （15字内）
小题5:Try to be humorous and happy all the time.（10字内）
题目分析：
小题1:第一段的主旨句：The following tips are a good start for getting you on your way to living a long and healthy life.说明答案是Tips on how to live a long and healthy life. （10字内）
小题2:猜词题：tips是贴士，建议：useful pieces of advice / suggestions （5字内）
小题3:从第三段的句子：By having regular check-ups, you may be able to catch small problems before they become big ones.可知定期检查可以在初期预防严重的疾病。Because they can prevent serious illnesses at the very beginning.（10字内）
小题4:从第三段的句子：Make sure you choose activities that you enjoy, so that you'll be more likely to make them a habit.可知要选择感兴趣的活动。Choose the activities you enjoy so that you’ll be more likely to make them a habit. （15字内）
小题5:从文章的最后一段Try to find the humor in life. And remember to laugh.可知我们要幽默，尽量笑。Try to be humorous and happy all the time.（10字内）
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