4C: Talk about Diets

Goal: Talk about Diets

Language Expansions: Diets

1.

a. “People say burgers and fries are bad for you, but I only eat them once a week.” __Fast food__

b. “My doctor says I should eat more fruit and vegetables.” __Healthy__

2.

a. “I'd love to cook, but I don't have time. After work, I often buy ready-made meals that you put in the microwave.” __ Processed__

b. “Gardening is hard work, but your own fruit tastes much better than fruit from the supermarket.” __Homegrown__

3.

a. “I don't eat meat. I eat a lot of dairy products, fruit, and vegetables instead.” __Vegetarian__

b. “I don't eat anything from animals, like meat, milk, or cheese.” __Vegan__

4.  

a. “My diet has lots of meat and fish. I don't eat bread or rice.” __High-protein__

b. “I'm on a special diet with lots of wheat bread and brown rice.” _High-fiber__

5.

a. “The apples are from the farm. They're delicious!” _Fresh__

b. “The label says it has a lot of extra salt in it.” __Packaged__

6. 

a. “I want to eat food with no man-made additives, but it’s more expensive.” __Organic__

b. “There’s some ice cream in the freezer for dessert.” _Frozen__

Grammar: How much and How many with Quantifiers

Example:

1. A: How many potatoes would you like? B: Just a few, thanks.

2. A: How much steak do we need?  B: There are nine of us, so we need lots of steak.

3. A: How much rice can you eat?  B: Not much. I'm on a high-protein diet.

4. A: How much sugar do you want? B: I only take a little in my coffee.

5. A: How many eggs are in the fridge? B: There aren't many. Just one or two, I think.

REAL LANGUAGE

What do you eat every day? What's your typical diet? What can you eat on this diet? = What food do people eat on this special diet?

SPEAKING STRATEGY

Talking about Quantities How much / many... do / can you eat?

Just a little / few.

I don't / can't eat much/many...

Do/Can you eat lots of...? Yes, lots of.../Yes, a lot. No, not much/many.

GOAL CHECK: Talk About Diets

Student A:

What kind of diet do you follow?

Student B:

I follow a balanced diet. I eat a lot of fruits and vegetables, and I try to avoid fast foods. What about you?

Student A:

I try to eat healthy too. I also avoid dairy because it upsets my stomach. Do you eat any special foods for health reasons?

Student B:

Actually, I avoid red meat for health reasons. I stick to chicken or fish as my main protein sources. What about you? Do you avoid any foods for health reasons?

Student A:

Yes, I avoid fast foods because I think they’re bad for my digestion and energy levels. I also drink a lot of water and green tea instead of sugary drinks. How about desserts? Do you eat them often?

Student B:

I try to limit desserts, but I do enjoy dark chocolate sometimes. How about you? Do you eat sweets?

Student A:

Not very often. I mostly stick to fruit if I want something sweet. I try to keep my sugar intake low. What’s your favorite type of snack?

Student B:

I love nuts, especially almonds and walnuts. They’re a great snack, and they’re healthy too. How about you?

Student A:

I like hummus with veggies as a snack. It’s filling and healthy. Do you drink coffee or tea?

Student B:

I drink green tea every day. It helps me feel energized. I also drink coffee in the morning but without sugar. How about you?

Student A:

I drink coffee too, but I only have it in the morning. I prefer it black or with a little almond milk. What’s your typical breakfast?

Student B:

I usually have oatmeal with fruit or a smoothie with spinach, banana, and almond milk. How about you?

Student A:

For breakfast, I typically have eggs with spinach and a slice of whole wheat toast. It keeps me full for a long time.