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Vocabulary and Grammar Essentials

General Vocabulary

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If a patient has a family history of cardiovascular disease and is concerned about his own level of risk, the most useful measurements would be serum triglyceride and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels

If gangrene develops in a patient's foot and the patient is found to have high blood lipid levels, he or she probably has peripheral artery disease.

If a patient has a thrombosis in a cerebral artery, he or she would experience a stroke.

A patient who would be likely to have elevated serum triglyceride levels is a(n) overweight man who drinks three alcoholic beverages a day.

The primary goal of therapy to reduce risk of cardiovascular disease is to lower serum levels of _____ cholesterol. LDL

In a 55-year-old woman, an LDL cholesterol

Common English Idioms and Phrases

Here are some of the most common English idioms and phrases that will enrich your English vocabulary and make you sound like a native speaker.

1. ‘The Best of Both Worlds’

Means you can enjoy two different opportunities at the same time.

Example: “By working part-time and looking after her kids two days a week she managed to get the best of both worlds.”

2. ‘Speak of the Devil’

This means that the person you’re just talking about actually appears at that moment.

Example: “Hi Tom, speak of the devil, I was just telling Sara about your new car.”

3. ‘See Eye to Eye’

This means agreeing with someone.

Example: “They finally saw eye to eye on the business deal.”

4. ‘Once in a Blue Moon’

An event... Continue reading "25 Common English Idioms and Phrases to Sound Like a Native" »

Endocrine System Overview

Key glands involved in the endocrine system include:

• Hypothalamus
• Pituitary gland
• Thyroid and Parathyroid glands
• Adrenal glands
• Pancreas
• Testes (in males)
• Ovaries (in females)

Hormone Types and Examples

Steroid Hormones

Produced by:

• Testes and Ovaries (e.g., testosterone, estrogen)
• Adrenal Cortex (e.g., cortisol)

Polypeptide Hormones

Produced by:

• Pituitary Gland (e.g., Human Growth Hormone - HGH, Luteinizing Hormone - LH)
• Pancreas (e.g., insulin)
• Hypothalamus (e.g., Growth Hormone-Releasing Hormone - GHRH)

Amino Acid-Derived Hormones

Produced by:

• Adrenal Medulla (e.g., epinephrine)
• Thyroid Gland (e.g., thyroxine)

Diabetes Mellitus

Type 1 Diabetes

Cause: The pancreas fails to produce insulin, leading to high blood glucose levels.

Signs &

A healthy lifestyle means maintaining a balanced and nutritious diet as well as engaging in sports or other fitness-related activities. A healthy diet alone, however, is inadequate to ensure a healthy body as physical activity helps to keep one in shape and free of sickness and disease. Also, having a healthy life means being mentally well and not being stressed.

I think everyone should start a healthy lifestyle at a young age. Parents must urge their children to eat more vegetables, fruits, juices, wholemeal, and wholegrain foods. Many parents, due to time constraints, usually find the easy way out by cooking two-minute noodles or heading towards the nearest fast-food joint for a quick meal. They do not realize, however, that this sets the... Continue reading "Tips for Starting a Healthy Lifestyle at a Young Age" »

3ESO English Vocabulary List

Tema 1: Free Time & Personality

Free-Time Activities

• chat online
• play tennis
• draw cartoons
• go to a disco
• go to the cinema
• go to the gym
• go to a youth group
• go out for a meal
• learn a language
• make models
• play computer games
• play an instrument
• relax
• do voluntary work

Character Adjectives

• adventurous
• cautious
• friendly
• unsociable
• energetic
• lazy
• shy
• confident
• talkative
• quiet
• generous
• selfish
• serious
• funny
• honest
• dishonest

Tema 2: IT & Jobs

IT Activities

• take a digital photo
• play a video game
• make a phone call
• scan a photo
• send an email
• store data
• print a document
• charge a mobile phone
• post a comment
• download a video clip
• write a blog
• plug in a memory device
• read an e-book
• go online

Jobs

• builder
• researcher
• lawyer
• electrician
• politician
• technician
• journalist
• scientist
• artist
• actor
• doctor
• fireman
• postman
• policewoman

Tema

Mrs. Costello's Influence on Winterbourne's Perception of Daisy

The Unflattering Light of High Society

Mrs. Costello, a representative of high society, casts an unflattering light on Winterbourne by influencing his opinions of Daisy Miller. Her snobbish views and shallow nature lead Winterbourne to question Daisy's character.

Mrs. Costello's Suspicions

Mrs. Costello suspects Daisy of being an adventuress, a social hustler seeking to compromise Winterbourne. This suspicion stems from Daisy's European background and her willingness to accept Winterbourne's invitation to Chillon.

The Millers' Vulgarity

Mrs. Costello also objects to the Millers'"new mone" status and their vulgar behavior. Daisy's excessive talking, use of slang, and lack of social graces... Continue reading "The Unflattering Influence of Mrs. Costello on Winterbourne's Perception of Daisy" »

Misfits Gaming: A Historical Timeline

2016: Formation and Rise to the EUCS

Misfits was formed in May 2016 to play in the EUCS Summer Qualifiers after their former parent organization, Renegades, was banned from competitive play. Consequently, they could no longer compete under the name Renegades: Banditos. In the qualifiers, they finished first in their group and then defeated EURONICS Gaming 3-1 in the finals to successfully qualify for the Summer Season.

2016 Season: Dominating the Challenger Series

Competing with an initial roster of top laner Alphari, jungler Wisdom, mid laner Selfie, AD carry Hans sama, and support IgNar, the Misfits roster brought a great deal of experience to the table, most notably Wisdom's 2015 World Championship runner-... Continue reading "Misfits Gaming: From EUCS to Worlds - A Historical Timeline" »

Defining Health and Wellness

Health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being.

Types of Surveys

• Writing on paper forms
• Telephone
• Face-to-face surveys
• Online surveys
• Counting hands
• Social media sites

Understanding Food Groups and Nutrition

The following percentages represent typical recommended daily intake proportions:

Starchy Foods (Carbohydrates)

Carbohydrates are needed for energy (33% of daily intake).

Examples: Cereals, rice, bread...

Fruit and Vegetables

Provides B vitamins, which help the body use energy (33% of daily intake).

Examples: Bananas, broccoli, apples...

Meat, Fish, and Eggs (Proteins)

This is the protein group. Proteins help your body grow and repair itself (12% of daily intake).

Fats and Sugar

Provide energy (7% of daily... Continue reading "Essential Concepts in Health, Nutrition, and Modern Lifestyle" »

Vocabulary

Demanding: adj. needing a lot of effort and skill. Flustered: adj. nervous and confused, especially because you have been given a lot to do or are in a hurry Bizarre: adj. very strange or unusual Think on their feet: to be able to think and react to things very quickly without any preparation Approach: noun. A way of doing or thinking about something. Rather than: phrase. Instead of Crush: verb. To destroy somebody’s confidence Recruitment agency: noun, a specialist company which finds and interviews candidates to fill job vacancies in other companies. Job seekers: noun. People who are looking for a job. Flapping: verb, moving sth quickly up and down, e.g. wings Spot on: the right answer Paid-back: devolver  Weird: raro Spooky... Continue reading "Vocabulary and Phrases for Travel, Health, and Fashion" »