Maintaining good health doesn’t happen by accident. 【小题1】

A healthy diet is rich in fiber, whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables, and omega-3 fatty acids (不饱和脂肪酸). These dietary components turn down inflammation (炎症), which can damage tissue, joints, and organs. 【小题2】 Sweets, foods made with highly refined grains, and sugar-sweetened drinks can cause sharp increases in blood sugar that can lead to early hunger. High blood sugar is linked to the development of diabetes, obesity, and even heart disease.

【小题3】 Being physically active can improve your brain health, help manage weight, reduce the risk of disease, strengthen bones and muscles, and improve your ability to do everyday activities. Adults who sit less and do any amount of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity gain some health benefits. 【小题4】

Finally, establish a good relationship with a primary care physician. A primary care physician is a healthcare professional who helps you manage your health. He or she is the first person you talk to when you have any medical problem that is not an emergency. If something happens to your health, a physician you know-and who knows you-is in the best position to help. 【小题5】 A good physician and patient relationship can go a long way in helping you stay healthy-and getting the care you need when you’re not feeling well.

It has always been thought that alcohol causes people to put on weight because it contains a lot of sugar, but new research suggests a glass a day cold form part of a diet. Looking at past studies they found that, while heavy drinkers do put on weight; those who drink in moderation can actually lose weight.

A spokesman for the research team at Navarro University in Spain says, “Light to moderate alcohol intake, especially of wine, may be more likely to protect against, rather than promote, weight gain.” The International Scientific Forum on Alcohol research reviewed the findings and agreed with most of the conclusions, particularly that data do not clearly indicate if moderate drinking increases weight.

Boston University’s Dr. Harvey Finkel found that the biologic mechanisms (生物学机制) relating alcohol to changes in body weight are not properly understood. His team pointed out the strong protective effects of moderate drinking on the risk of getting conditions like diabetes (糖尿病), which relate to increasing obesity. Some studies suggest that even very obese people may be at lower risk of diabetes if they are moderate drinkers.

The group says alcohol provides calories that are quickly absorbed into the body and are not stored in fat, and that this process could explain the differences in its effects from those of other foods. They agree that future research should be directed towards assessing the roles of different types of alcoholic drinks, taking into consideration drinking patterns and including the past tendency of participants to gain weight.

For now there is little evidence that consuming small to moderate amounts of alcohol on a regular basis increases one’s risk of becoming obese. What’s more, a study three years ago suggested that resveratrol (白藜芦醇), a compound present in grapes and red wine destroys fat cells.

Throwing a party is a great way to get all your favorite people in one place for music, conversation, and, of course, food. 【小题1】 when you're the one planning the party. Not to worry; your planning will be a breeze （微风）if you plan ahead of time and take the process course by course, from appetizers （开 胃 菜）on down to desserts.

Ask your guests about food restrictions before you start preparing food. For guests with food allergies or gluten-free diets, ask them to make their own restrictions clear. And ask if any guests are vegetarians or vegans and provide dishes accordingly. 【小题2】

Choose an appetizer-only meal for a relaxed, inexpensive party. You'll save money and preparation time, and be able to socialize more with your guests. 【小题3】 so guests aren't thrown off when no main course is served. You⁵11 want to offer your guests some diversity of taste in your appetizers for a more satisfying meal.

【小题4】 If your appetizers are just the start of a more fbnnal meal with a main course, you can keep it a bit simpler. Plan just a few handfuls of chips and dip or a couple veggies each for your guests, if you're serving a main course afterwards.

Prepare fruits and vegetables. Many guests will want a fresh, healthy option to start off a meal. A fruit tray or veggie platter with carrots, cucumbers, and broccoli is an easy and colorful addition to your appetizer spread. 【小题5】 Besides, you'd better offer quick snacks like nuts, chips, or pretzels.