B1- Intermediate
Nowadays, we see all kinds of diets that are being promoted by influencers on social media. We need to be very cautious not to just follow any of them. It is important to know more information about it and best that we first consult with our doctor or nutritionist if we plan to go on some kind of diet.
Read the article about the influencer who developed kidney stones after following the carnivore diet.
Be ready to answer the questions that follow.
https://breakingnewsenglish.com/2503/250320-carnivore-diet.html
Vocabulary Questions:
- Explain the “carnivore diet”. “A 23-year-old woman followed the carnivore diet and ended up in hospital.” Use this phrase in a sentence.
- What are “kidney stones”? “She explained in a TikTok video how the high-protein diet gave her kidney stones.” Use the term in a sentence.
- What does “to pass blood” mean? “She was horrified after she passed blood in her urine.” Use this phrase in a sentence and give a similar expression.
Discussion Questions:
- What is your reaction to this news?
- What is your opinion about the carnivore diet?
- What are the good and bad things about the carnivore diet?
- What might be the other effects of the carnivore diet on our body/health?
- Share your thoughts on this, “The carnivore diet has been growing in popularity on social media. Many influencers and content creators are promoting its benefits.”.