A STRONG IMMUNE SYSTEM CAN HELP PREVENT ILLNESSES DURING THE WINTER

A strong immune system protects your body from illnesses, especially in the winter. During the cold months, people get sick more often because of viruses and low temperatures. Eating healthy food, getting enough sleep, exercising, and staying warm can help your immune system work better. A healthy immune system helps you feel better, stay active, and enjoy your winter days without problems.

For example:

Olivia eats fruits and vegetables to stay healthy in winter.
We are taking vitamins to help our immune systems.
They don’t want to get sick, so they wear warm clothes.

This topic lets us practice the present and past simple, present continuous, modals (should, must), comparatives, and adverbs of frequency.

📚 GRAMMAR:

Present Simple:

The immune system protects the body.
He doesn’t eat healthy food in winter.

Present Continuous:

We are taking more vitamins now.
They are eating better this season.

Past Simple:

Last winter, I got sick many times.
She didn’t take care of her health before.

Future (will / going to):

I will stay warm this winter.
He’s going to eat more fruit and vegetables.

Modals:

You should sleep 8 hours every night.
You must wash your hands regularly.
You shouldn’t eat too much junk food.
You mustn’t go outside without a coat.

Comparatives and Superlatives:

Fresh food is better than frozen food.
The best way to stay healthy is to eat well.

Adverbs of Frequency:

I always take vitamin C in winter.
She sometimes forgets her scarf.
They never skip breakfast.

Prepositions:

We stay at home during cold days.
He wears gloves in the morning.

📖 VOCABULARY:

Immune system – the body’s defense against illness.
Illness – being sick or not feeling well.
Vitamin – a natural substance that keeps you healthy.
Healthy – good for your body.
Cold – low temperature.
Warm – not cold, comfortable temperature.
Rest – time when you sleep or relax.
Infection – a sickness caused by bacteria or virus.
Prevention – stopping something before it happens.
Germs – tiny things that can make you sick.

💬 USEFUL EXPRESSIONS:

You should take care of your health.
Stay warm and drink lots of water.
Don’t forget your jacket!
I never get sick because I eat well.
Let’s make some soup to stay healthy.

✅ SENTENCES:

Positive:

I eat fruit every day in winter.
She takes vitamin C every morning.
They are exercising more this winter.

Negative:

He doesn’t drink enough water.
We aren’t sleeping well these days.
I didn’t wear a coat last night.

Questions and Answers:

Do you take vitamins in winter? – Yes, I do.
Is she wearing warm clothes? – Yes, she is.
Did you get sick last year? – No, I didn’t.
Will you stay healthy this winter? – I hope so!
Why must we stay warm? – Because cold weather can weaken our immune system.

🎭 CONVERSATION:

Emma: Hi Jake, how are you today?

Jake: I’m feeling great! I’ve been eating healthy and sleeping more.

Emma: That’s good! Winter is here, and many people are getting sick.

Jake: Yes, but I want to stay healthy this year. I drink orange juice and take vitamins.

Emma: That’s smart. I should start doing that too. I got the flu last winter.

Jake: Oh no! You must keep your immune system strong. Eat fruits, rest, and wear warm clothes.

Emma: Thanks for the tips! I’ll start today.

Jake: Great! Let’s both stay healthy this season.

📚 READING:

Title: How Mia Stays Healthy in Winter

Mia lives in a cold city. Every winter, many people around her get sick. But Mia stays healthy. She eats fresh food, drinks hot tea, and wears warm clothes. She also goes to bed early. Last year, she didn’t get sick once. Her secret? A strong immune system! Mia says, “I take care of my health every day. That’s the best way to enjoy winter.”

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