It’s important for us to keep healthy. Li Ming gives us a good example. Meals was the time when family members got together. But now fast food and quick meals are threatening (威胁) such family get-togethers. Facing such a situation (情况), Li Ming has a good idea. Though his parents often go to work at night, he also eats the healthiest food. He learns to cook himself.

He takes exercise in the morning. He likes sports such as swimming, running and playing basketball. He goes to bed at ten in the evening and gets up at six in the morning. He can take care of himself. He takes a bath every day and washes his hands before meals. When he has meals, he eats all kinds of healthy food such as fish, eggs, vegetables and meat. He also eats much fruits. So he looks strong. Do you want to be a person like him?

You will probably know the feeling—it is time for school, but your eyes are only half-open. Your arms and legs are heavy and your brain is still asleep. So what can you do to stay awake when you are tired? 【小题1】

Eat breakfast

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but it is also the easiest to skip (省略). Start your day off with a healthy breakfast. 【小题2】 They can keep you from feeling hungry and tired in the morning.

Use water

When you are tired, water is your friend. 【小题3】 It is even better than drinking lots of coffee. Coffee is fine in the morning, but it is best to drink water after lunch to make sure you can get to sleep.

Get moving

【小题4】 A few minutes of physical activity can improve oxygen circulation (氧循环) and keep your body active. It doesn’t need to be anything difficult. A few push-ups and a short walk may be a great help.

However, there is still something that you can’t do when you are tired. 【小题5】 Besides, if you find you are often feeling tired and you are not sure why, it is a good idea to speak to a doctor.

Jack’s friend Sally isn’t fine these days.

One day she asks Jack for help. And she tells Jack about her eating habits. For breakfast, she always eats some bread. For lunch, she always has some chicken. She likes eating ice-cream and a hamburger in the evening.

“They’re not healthy for you, Sally.” Jack says. “I know, but I like them.” Sally says.

“What about vegetables? Do you like eating carrots?” Jack asks.

“No, I don’t.” Sally says.

“Sally, don’t eat ice-cream. You must eat some vegetables and fruit. They are good for you.” Jack says. “I think you’re right.” Sally says.

In the next days, Sally always eats vegetables and fruit. And she is well now.