Podcast
Questions and Answers
Social media has both positive and negative impacts on society.
Social media has both positive and negative impacts on society.
True
Parental involvement plays a crucial role in a child's academic success.
Parental involvement plays a crucial role in a child's academic success.
False
Globalization has transformed economies and cultures worldwide.
Globalization has transformed economies and cultures worldwide.
False
Technology has revolutionized the way people communicate and access information.
Technology has revolutionized the way people communicate and access information.
Signup and view all the answers
Furthermore, the impact on the local economy was significant due to the closure of several factories
Furthermore, the impact on the local economy was significant due to the closure of several factories
Signup and view all the answers
In addition to the color of the walls, the furniture arrangement also plays a key role in creating a cozy atmosphere.
In addition to the color of the walls, the furniture arrangement also plays a key role in creating a cozy atmosphere.
Signup and view all the answers
In contrast to the traditional approach, the new method proved to be more efficient.
In contrast to the traditional approach, the new method proved to be more efficient.
Signup and view all the answers
Renewable energy sources also promote help for climate change.
Renewable energy sources also promote help for climate change.
Signup and view all the answers
Study Notes
Food and Drink
- Historical dietary guidelines promoted daily intake of meat, cheese, butter, cereal, bread, and two glasses of milk.
- Modern recommendations urge increased vegetable consumption and reduced intake of meat, cheese, and butter, but compliance is low.
- Approximately 60% of the population is overweight today; average diet duration is 31 years for women and 28 years for men.
- Average weights have risen since 1950: women from 55 kg to 70 kg, and men from 66 kg to 83 kg.
Exercise
- In the past, women maintained fitness through three hours of daily housework, eliminating the need for gym workouts.
- Modern lifestyles prioritize convenience from technology which reduces physical activity, making weight gain easier.
- Caloric expenditure from housework has significantly decreased from 556 calories per day in 1950 to less in contemporary times.
Health Care
- Average life expectancy has risen from 65 years in 1950 to 79 years today, attributed in part to advances in medical care.
- Hospital surgeries have become more common; prior to today, visits to doctors occurred mainly for severe illness.
- Increased prevalence of food allergies and diabetes is noted, linked to rising obesity rates among the population.
Cigarettes
- Smoking was widely accepted in the past, with 80% of adults smoking in the UK; it was glamorized by Hollywood figures.
- Current awareness of smoking’s dangers has led to a substantial decline, with only about 20% of adults smoking today.
- Legal restrictions now exist against smoking in public areas like offices, schools, and restaurants.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
Description
Topic Sentence
