IELTS SPEAKING: HEALTH

IDIOMS
1. An apple a day keeps the doctor away. (Mỗi ngày ăn một quả táo, xa bác sĩ một ngày.)
Ví dụ: She believes in the saying "an apple a day keeps the doctor away" and makes sure
to include apples in her daily diet.
2. Health is wealth. (Sức khỏe là của cải.)
Ví dụ: John prioritizes his health because he believes that health is wealth, and without it,
he can't enjoy life fully.
3. Prevention is better than cure. (Phòng bệnh hơn chữa bệnh.)
Ví dụ: Sarah regularly exercises and eats a balanced diet because she believes that
prevention is better than cure.
4. Fit as a fiddle. (Khỏe như một cây vĩ cầm.)
Ví dụ: Despite his age, Tom exercises regularly and maintains a healthy diet, so he's fit as
a fiddle.
5. A sound mind in a sound body. (Tâm sự trong cơ thể khỏe mạnh.)
Ví dụ: She believes that a sound mind in a sound body is essential, so she practices
meditation and exercises regularly.
6. To be in the pink of health. (Rất khỏe mạnh.)
Ví dụ: After recovering from her illness, Jane is now in the pink of health and ready to
resume her daily activities.
7. Burn the candle at both ends. (Làm việc quá sức.)
Ví dụ: Mark has been burning the candle at both ends lately, working long hours and not
getting enough rest. It's affecting his health.
8. Out of shape. (dáng người )
Ví dụ: After months of inactivity, he's out of shape and finds it challenging to climb stairs
without getting tired.
9. Blow off steam. (Giải tỏa căng thẳng.)
Ví dụ: After a long day at work, Mary likes to go for a run to blow off steam and relax
her mind.
10. On top of the world. (Cảm thấy rất hạnh phúc và tự tin.)
Ví dụ: After achieving her fitness goals, Lucy feels on top of the world and ready to take
on new challenges.

VOCABULARY
1. Sedentary lifestyle (Lối sống ít vận động)
Ví dụ: Many office workers lead sedentary lifestyles, spending most of their time sitting
in front of a computer.
2. Holistic health (Sức khỏe toàn diện)
Ví dụ: She believes in the importance of maintaining holistic health, which includes
physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
 3. Well-being (Sự an lành, sự phúc lợi)
Ví dụ: The company has implemented wellness programs to promote employee well-
being and work-life balance.
4. Nutrient-dense foods(Thực phẩm giàu dinh dưỡng)
Ví dụ: Leafy green vegetables are nutrient-dense foods that provide essential vitamins
and minerals.

PART 1
1. Do you enjoy doing any physical activities or sports?
2. How often do you exercise?
3. What are some benefits of staying physically active?
4. How do you take care of your mental health?
5. Do you think it's important to talk openly about mental health issues? Why or why not?
6. What are some common factors that contribute to mental health problems?
7. How would you encourage others to lead a healthy lifestyle?
8. Are there any health concerns that run in your family?
9. What do you do to relax and reduce stress?
10. How important is sleep for your overall well-being?
11. Do you pay attention to your diet? Why or why not?
12. Have you ever tried any alternative medicine or therapies?
13. What do you think are the main causes of unhealthy lifestyles today?
14. How can a healthy lifestyle positively impact mental well-being?
15. Have you ever sought professional help for your mental health? Why or why not?
PART 2
1. Describe a healthy lifestyle habit you have.
You should say:
 What the healthy lifestyle habit is
 How long you have been practicing this habit
 Why you started doing it
 How this habit has benefited your health

2. Describe a time when you had to change your diet for health reasons.
You should say:
 What health issue or reason prompted you to change your diet
 What specific changes you made to your diet
 How you felt about making these changes
 How your diet changes affected your overall health

3. Describe a sport or physical activity you enjoy doing.

You should say:
 What sport or physical activity it is
 How you got involved in this sport/activity
 How often you participate in it
 Why you enjoy doing this sport/activity

PART 3
1. How can individuals maintain a healthy lifestyle in a busy city?
2. What role should schools play in promoting healthy habits among students?
3. Do you think the government should implement more policies to encourage a healthier
lifestyle? Why or why not?
4. What are some common health problems in your country? How can they be addressed?
5. How has technology affected people's health in recent years?
6. What are the impacts of social media on mental health?
7. Do you think technology and digital devices contribute to mental health issues? Why or
why not?
8. Should governments invest more in mental health services? Why or why not?
9. How can communities support individuals with mental health challenges?
10. What are some cultural differences in attitudes towards mental health?