Many weight loss programs seem attractive to people. But for most people {#blank#}1{#/blank#}are overweight, the results are so {#blank#}2{#/blank#}(limit) that they will give up long before achieving any realistic results. It turns out that the programs are practically of no use. You lose weight for a while, only {#blank#}3{#/blank#} (gain) back more weight when you stop your weight loss program. This is {#blank#}4{#/blank#}such programs are not natural. Is there a natural weight loss solution?

    A sure way of achieving natural weight loss is to increase {#blank#}5{#/blank#}amount of exercise you get every day.  {#blank#}6{#/blank#} , this doesn't necessarily mean spending hours at the gym {#blank#}7{#/blank#} in front of a weight loss video. Increase your weight levels {#blank#}8{#/blank#}(nature) by walking or biking short distances instead of driving, or by taking the stairs instead of the elevator. There are even exercise that you can do while {#blank#}9{#/blank#}(sit) at your desk. All of these activities can burn extra calories {#blank#}10{#/blank#}taking up too much time.

    The art of paper-cutting in China may date back to the second century, since paper {#blank#}1{#/blank#}(invent) by Cai Lun in the Eastern Han Dynasty in China. As paper became more affordable, paper-cutting became one of the most important{#blank#}2{#/blank#}(type) of Chinese folk art. Later,{#blank#}3{#/blank#}different regions adopting their own cultural styles, this art form spread to other parts of the world .{#blank#}4{#/blank#}(usual), the artworks are made of red paper, as red is associated with{#blank#}5{#/blank#}(happy) in Chinese culture, but other colors are also used.

    With {#blank#}6{#/blank#} (it) long history, paper-cutting,{#blank#}7{#/blank#}originated in China, has been very popular among the ordinary Chinese people. People put up papercuts on walls, windows and doors at wedding ceremonies or festivals {#blank#}8{#/blank#}(strengthen) the cheerful atmosphere.

    Chinese papercuts are rich in content. The auspicious (吉祥的)designs symbolize good luck and the avoidance of evil, The child, lotus (莲花) and bat designs suggest a family with {#blank#}9{#/blank#}large number of children and grandchildren. Birds, livestock, fruit, fish and worms are also familiar objects {#blank#}10{#/blank#}(accept) by Chinese farmers. In a word, papercuts used in different occasions have different meanings.

    What are the benefits of laughter? Laughter {#blank#}1{#/blank#}(use) as a signal for being part of a group —it signals acceptance and positive interactions with others. In fact, laughter is important, and has been shown to have many {#blank#}2{#/blank#} (benefit) effects on the human body in different ways. Just check out these health benefits of laughter.

    Boosts (增强) your immune system.{#blank#}3{#/blank#} (study) have shown that laughter boosts the immune system, increasing the number of antibody-producing T cells. This then makes us less likely{#blank#}4{#/blank#} (catch) coughs and colds. It also lowers the levels of at least four hormones (激素) which are connected with stress. So, after a good laugh you should be far less anxious.

    Improves your breathing. Laugh more and more, because laughter empties your lungs of the air {#blank#}5{#/blank#} it takes in, resulting in a cleansing effect - similar {#blank#}6{#/blank#} deep breathing. This is {#blank#}7{#/blank#} (especial) helpful for people who are suffering from asthma (哮喘).

    Protects your heart. Your heart is a muscle and, like any muscle in your body, it gets {#blank#}8{#/blank#} (strong) and functions better when exercised. Regular laughter is like{#blank#}9{#/blank#} (get) a gym membership for your heart. The study said that 15 minutes of laughter a day is as important for your heart {#blank#}10{#/blank#}30 minutes of exercise 3 times a week.