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A LITTLE FOOD BETWEEN MEALS

 Eating small amounts of food between meals, also known as snacking, is common in many cultures. Snacks can be healthy or indulgent, ranging from fruits and nuts to chips or candy. This topic will help learners talk about their snacking habits, express preferences, and describe the types of snacks they enjoy or avoid.


Grammar Focus:

  1. Present Simple Tense for daily habits:

    • Example: "I often eat a little food between meals."
  2. Countable and Uncountable Nouns:

    • Countable: "I had a few crackers."
    • Uncountable: "I had some yogurt."
  3. Expressions of Frequency:

    • Example: "I sometimes snack after lunch." "I rarely eat between meals."
  4. Modal Verbs for advice or suggestions:

    • Example: "You should try a healthy snack."
  5. Comparative and Superlative Adjectives:

    • Example: "This snack is healthier than the one I had yesterday." "This is the best snack ever!"

Vocabulary:

  1. Snack – a small amount of food eaten between meals.
  2. Healthy – good for your health; low in sugar or fat.
  3. Indulgent – a snack that is high in sugar or fat, often seen as a treat.
  4. Granola bar – a bar made of oats, nuts, and sometimes fruits.
  5. Nuts – small, hard fruits such as almonds, cashews, or peanuts.
  6. Yogurt – a dairy product made from fermented milk.
  7. Chips – thin slices of potato, fried or baked, eaten as a snack.
  8. Fruit – natural, sweet food like apples, bananas, or berries.
  9. Energy boost – a feeling of increased energy, often after eating something.
  10. Hunger – the feeling of wanting or needing food.

Useful Expressions:

  1. "I like to snack between meals."
  2. "What do you usually eat as a snack?"
  3. "I’m trying to eat healthier snacks."
  4. "A little food between meals helps me stay energized."
  5. "Do you have a favorite snack?"
  6. "I’m craving something sweet."
  7. "I always carry some nuts for when I get hungry."
  8. "Do you want something light to eat?"
  9. "Snacking keeps me going during the day."
  10. "I usually have a piece of fruit between meals."

Sentences:

  1. I like to have a small snack around 3 PM.
  2. Do you prefer salty or sweet snacks?
  3. A granola bar is a great snack when you’re on the go.
  4. I always bring an apple with me to eat between classes.
  5. She doesn’t like eating a lot between meals, just a little yogurt or fruit.
  6. If I skip a snack, I feel tired by the afternoon.
  7. I usually have a handful of almonds when I get hungry.
  8. Can you suggest a healthy snack I can try?
  9. I sometimes indulge in a piece of chocolate as a snack.
  10. Snacks like chips aren’t the healthiest, but they’re delicious!

Questions and Answers:

Q1: Do you eat between meals?
A1: Yes, I like to have a snack in the afternoon to keep my energy up.

Q2: What’s your favorite snack?
A2: My favorite snack is a granola bar. It’s healthy and gives me energy.

Q3: Do you prefer sweet or salty snacks?
A3: I prefer sweet snacks, like fruit or yogurt.

Q4: What kind of snack do you usually have between meals?
A4: I usually have something light, like an apple or some nuts.

Q5: Do you think snacking is healthy?
A5: It depends on what you eat. Healthy snacks like fruits and nuts are good for you, but too many sweets aren’t.


Conversation:

Person 1: Do you eat snacks between meals?
Person 2: Yes, I usually do, especially in the afternoon. I get hungry around 3 PM.
Person 1: What kind of snacks do you eat?
Person 2: It depends. Sometimes I have fruit, but if I need an energy boost, I’ll eat a granola bar.
Person 1: That sounds good. I like to have a handful of nuts when I get hungry.
Person 2: That’s a great choice! Nuts are healthy and filling.
Person 1: Do you ever snack on anything sweet?
Person 2: Sometimes, but I try to avoid too much sugar. A piece of dark chocolate is my favorite indulgence.
Person 1: That’s a good balance!


Reading:

The Importance of Healthy Snacks

Many people enjoy eating a little food between meals. This practice, called snacking, can help keep you energized throughout the day. However, what you choose to snack on makes a big difference in your health. Healthy snacks, like fruits, vegetables, nuts, and yogurt, provide the nutrients your body needs to stay active and focused. These snacks are also easy to carry with you, making them a convenient option when you’re on the go.

On the other hand, snacks that are high in sugar, salt, or fat, like chips, candy, and pastries, can give you a quick burst of energy, but they often leave you feeling hungry soon after. These indulgent snacks are fine in moderation, but it’s important not to rely on them too much.

Choosing the right snack can help you maintain a balanced diet and avoid overeating during meals. If you’re looking for a quick energy boost, a handful of almonds or a piece of fruit can satisfy your hunger without adding too many calories. Keeping healthy snacks on hand can also prevent you from reaching for less nutritious options when you’re hungry.

In conclusion, snacking between meals can be a healthy habit if you make smart choices. Stick to snacks that are nutritious and filling, and you’ll feel energized and satisfied throughout the day.

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