This topic explains how stress can affect your body, especially your stomach and mouth. Stress can make your stomach hurt and cause your mouth to feel dry. These are common signs that your body is under pressure.
Examples:
My stomach hurts when I feel nervous.
He has a dry mouth because of stress.
She doesn’t feel good. Her stomach feels bad.
Stress can cause problems like stomach pain or dry mouth.
GRAMMAR
Use the verb “hurt” to describe pain:
My stomach hurts.
His back hurts.
Use “have” with health conditions:
I have a stomachache.
She has a dry mouth.
Negative form:
I don’t have a dry mouth.
He doesn’t feel pain in his stomach.
Yes/No Questions:
Do you have a stomachache? → Yes, I do. / No, I don’t.
Does your mouth feel dry? → Yes, it does. / No, it doesn’t.
VOCABULARY
Stomach – The part of your body where food goes.
Hurt – To feel pain.
Dry – Not wet.
Mouth – The part of your face where you eat and speak.
Pain – A bad feeling in your body.
Nervous – Worried or afraid.
Stress – A strong feeling of worry.
Symptom – A sign of a health problem.
Thirsty – Wanting water.
Upset – Not feeling good in your stomach.
USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
My stomach hurts.
I have a dry mouth.
Do you feel okay?
I feel nervous and sick.
He looks stressed.
She needs to relax.
Try to calm down.
Drink some water.
Take deep breaths.
Stress is bad for your health.
SENTENCES
Positive:
My stomach feels fine.
He doesn’t feel pain.
Negative:
I have a dry mouth.
Her stomach hurts.
Questions:
Do you have a stomachache?
Does your mouth feel dry?
Answers:
Yes, I do. / No, I don’t.
Yes, it does. / No, it doesn’t.
LONG CONVERSATION
Anna: Hi Lucas, are you okay?
Lucas: Not really. My stomach hurts and my mouth is very dry.
Anna: Oh no! Did you eat something bad?
Lucas: No, I think I’m just nervous. I have a big test today.
Anna: That’s stress. It can make your stomach hurt and your mouth dry.
Lucas: I didn’t know that. What should I do?
Anna: Try to drink some water and breathe slowly.
Lucas: Okay, I’ll do that. Thanks, Anna.
Anna: You’re welcome! Good luck with your test.
LONG READING
Sometimes stress can make your body feel bad. A common sign of stress is stomach pain. Your stomach may feel upset or hurt. Another sign is a dry mouth. This happens when your body is nervous or scared. Many people have these problems before exams or big events. To help your body, drink water, rest, and take deep breaths. If you feel these symptoms often, talk to a doctor or someone you trust. Understanding how your body reacts to stress is important.
Questions:
What are two signs of stress?
Answer: Stomach pain and dry mouth.When do people feel these signs?
Answer: Before exams or big events.What helps with a dry mouth?
Answer: Drinking water.What should you do if you feel stress often?
Answer: Talk to a doctor or someone you trust.Why is it important to understand stress?
Answer: Because it helps you take care of your body.
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