Vegetarian UK

Vegetarians and vegans

    Vegetarians (people who don't eat meat) and vegans (people who don't eat or use any animal products) are becoming increasingly common in UK culture. {#blank#}1{#/blank#} A recent survey showed that three million people were vegetarian. Visit a British supermarket and you will see a wide range of vegetarian ingredients and prepared meals on the shelves, including vegetarian sausages and vegan cheese.

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    So why are Brits cutting out meat? Many are unhappy about the poor treatment of animals and the effects of meat and fish production on the environment. Worries about food safety (for example BES or “mad cow disease”) also play a part. {#blank#}3{#/blank#} According to the Vegetarian Society, a meat-free diet could help reduce the risk of certain cancers and heart disease, as well as obesity and high blood pressure.

    Organic farming

    Another rising trend is in how UK food is produced. Many people are rejecting GM (genetically modified) food and intensive farming practices. They want their food to be organically produced. Organic farmers use very few or no chemicals, pesticides or fertilizers and organic meat is produced without the use of drugs and antibiotics. {#blank#}4{#/blank#}  

    Organic food

    According to the Soil Association, three out of every four UK households now buy some type of organic food. Some get organic meat, fruit and vegetables from farmers' markets, where products are sold directly to the consumer. Others have a box of organic fruit and vegetables sent to their homes every week. {#blank#}5{#/blank#} Although it\s often more expensive, fans of organic food say it tastes much better!

A. A healthy diet

B. A balanced diet

C. Many people buy organic products in their local supermarket.

D. More and more people are deciding not to eat meat or use animal products.

E. A healthy soil reduces disease and helps crops grow strong and healthy.

F. Others choose to change their eating habits to improve their general health.

G. Organically farmed animals also have more living space and more nutritious food.

    Do you want to worry less? Of course you do, right? That's like me asking if I could send you free bacon. Worry is like black mold — it appears in damp conditions and spreads uncontrollably. And often times we don't realize it's there until it's killing us. We must get rid of worry before it destroys us. But how? {#blank#}1{#/blank#} 

    Do What You Need to Do.

    {#blank#}2{#/blank#} You ought not to avoid tough projects or hard conversions until the last moment. If you don't do what you should be doing, you will end up spending the rest of the time worrying about the must-do things. Believe it or not, the anxiety that comes from worrying is much worse than the task we're worried about.

    Get Intentional. 

    I think many of us act like we're puppets in a play and we're waiting for something or someone to put us in the right place. You just react to whatever is going on. We need to stop letting life just happen. We need to live on purpose. {#blank#}3{#/blank#}

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    You can't have intentionality without making plans. Making plans will enable you to achieve your aims more smoothly. Yet, don't place your plans in stone. You can adjust your plans flexibly. Accept changes. Make new plans. {#blank#}5{#/blank#}

    There are other ways to lessen worry. As long as you are determined to take action, you will live a worry-free life.

A. Worry ruins creativity.

B. Make Plans

C. Do what you should be doing.

D. Here are some effective ways to deal with it.

E. Then move forward.

F. You do the same as people around you do.

G. Nothing can cause worry like purposelessness.

Ways to Worry Less

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    Make plans.

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    There are other ways to lessen worry.As long as you are determined to take action,you will live a worry-free life.

A.Worry ruins creativity.

B.Get more intentional.

C.Do what you should be doing.

D.We need to stop letting life just happen.

E.Make new plans and then move forward.

F.You do the same as people around you do.

G.Here are some effective ways to deal with it.

    Are you planning to drive over a long distance? These tips for long road trips can help you get there safely and comfortably.

    Store your sleep time.

    Think about extreme tiredness before you begin your journey, not after. Get at least seven hours of sleep for two non-stop nights before the road trip to build up your energy reserves. {#blank#}1{#/blank#}, when the body's temperature is slightly lower and people are naturally sleepy.

    Fuel up.

    {#blank#}2{#/blank#}. Carrying along a variety of vitamin-packed, healthy foods will allow you to get by on smaller snacks throughout the long drive, while the skipping the fast-food stops." To stay alert(警觉的）, carrots and almonds are my favourite," says travel expert Gretchen Breuner.

    Use food smells.

    During long distance driving, keep peppermint(薄荷）smell nearby. When you need a help, take a sniff. {#blank#}3{#/blank#}.

    Plan your stops.

    One of the most important tips for long road trips is to get out of your car and relaxed your legs every two hours or so. {#blank#}4{#/blank#}. It doesn't matter wheather they fall at mealtimes or can be timed to let you view interesting places.

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    Books on tapes help keep the brain active, without creating a dangerous distraction(干扰）. Breus recommends listening humorous books or even comedy CDs. Laughing will keep you awake.

A. Make full use of it every day

B. Treat yourself to some sounds

C. Buy as many CDs as possible to kill time

D. Plan these stops into your long distance drive

E. This time, we mean fuel for you, not your car

F. Also, try to avoid driving between 1:00 and 3:00 pm

G. It has been shown to reduce tiredness and increase alertness

    Whether you are at Disneyland or another Disney park, you will usually find a nighttime show that will be showing.

    {#blank#}1{#/blank#} Read this article to find out how you can get a good seat for an evening event at any Disney park.

    Plan on seeing the show in advance.

    Usually, if you decide an hour beforehand that you're going to see a show, you will likely end up not getting a good seat, unless the park is not very busy. {#blank#}2{#/blank#}

    Do your research.

    Research online: "The best places to view ..." {#blank#}3{#/blank#} Some of them may even be less known, so you may not deal with such a big crowd.

    Arrive to the event early.

    {#blank#}4{#/blank#} Possibly even earlier if the park is more crowded on that day. If you arrive ten minutes before the event starts, you're a lot less likely to get a good spot.

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    If you must leave to do something, make sure that it's extremely quick, and try to have another member of your party stay in your spot while you are away.

A. Stay in the same area.

B. Enjoy the show with a friend.

C. It's usually much more enjoyable if you can get a good seat.

D. This is especially important if you arrive closer to the event time.

E. In order to get a good spot, plan on arriving an hour before the event.

F. Therefore, look at the schedule before your trip, or at least the day before.

G. You'll see a list of places in the park that are the best for viewing that event.

    Ways to Create Calm in Your Daily Life

    Most of us need some space for calm in our lives. A few simple minutes can create much needed moments of calm. {#blank#}1{#/blank#} You can use these skills to create calm in your busy schedule.

    Go walking. Walking is perfect and you can do it well anywhere. Simply walking and taking in the view is stress reducing. {#blank#}2{#/blank#}It makes room for new ideas to take root. Appreciate nature. When we think of nature we think of getting out into the open air, and that's great if you can.  {#blank#}3{#/blank#}Actually, nature is everywhere. Find a park or a small patch (小块地)of great green, or just stick your head out of the window! You have many ways to appreciate nature.

    Listen to music. Many people listen to music to calm themselves down. Music actually lifts us out of ourselves. Discover what music works for you. {#blank#}4{#/blank#}

    Do some activities. Certain activities like yoga and tai chi need quiet focus. {#blank#}5{#/blank#} They are good for the body, mind and spirit.

    Classes are a good place to begin, but once you learn the skills, you can practice anywhere: home, school or even on the road.

    Try out some of these ways and you'll soon be practicing "moments of calm".

A. But what if you are in the city?

B. Notice the animals around you.

C. They are perfect for active calming.

D. Music is a way to express the way that they are feeling.

E. It's a time to get stressful thoughts out of your head

F. With enjoyable music even work can be "music to your ears".

G. You don't have to find a mountain to sit on, or empty your mind of all thoughts for hours.