Unit 3 课外拓展阅读小页- 2025-2026学年外研版七年级英语下册

外研七下Unit3答案 Reading 1 – Why Breakfast Is the Most Important Meal 为什么早餐是最重要的一餐 【原文翻译】 你经常不吃早餐吗？很多学生这样做，因为他们急着去上学。但科学家说这是一个大错误。 早餐给你能量开始新的一天。睡了一整夜后，你的身体需要食物。把你的身体想象成一辆汽车。开了一整夜车后，汽车需要更多燃料。早餐就是你身体的燃料。 研究表明，吃早餐的学生在学校表现更好。他们在课堂上更容易集中注意力。他们也更能记住事情。不吃早餐，你可能会感到疲倦，难以清晰地思考。 早餐应该吃什么？一顿好的早餐包含不同种类的食物。你需要碳水化合物，如面包或麦片，来获取能量。你也需要蛋白质，如鸡蛋或牛奶，来帮助肌肉生长。水果提供维生素，让你保持健康。 有些学生说他们没有时间吃早餐。但你可以吃些简单的东西。一根香蕉和一杯牛奶只需要几分钟。你也可以在前一晚准备好早餐。 所以记住：永远不要不吃早餐。这是一天中最重要的一餐。你的身体和大脑会感谢你的！ 【答案详解】 1. Why do many students skip breakfast according to the passage? 根据文章，为什么很多学生不吃早餐？ 正确答案：B) They are in a hurry to get to school 详解： 文章第一段明确说："Many students do because they are in a hurry to get to school."（很多学生这样做，因为他们急着去学校）。A选项"他们不喜欢早餐食物"、C选项"他们的父母不给他们做饭"、D选项"他们想减肥"都没有在文中提到。 2. How does the writer explain why we need breakfast? 作者如何解释我们需要早餐的原因？ 正确答案：A) By comparing the body to a car 详解： 文章第二段使用了比喻："Think of your body like a car. After driving all night, the car needs more fuel. Breakfast is the fuel for your body."（把你的身体想象成一辆汽车。开了一整夜车后，汽车需要更多燃料。早餐就是你身体的燃料）。作者通过将身体比作汽车来解释我们需要早餐的原因。B选项"讲一个关于学生的故事"、C选项"展示食物的图片"、D选项"问读者问题"都不是文中使用的解释方法。 3. What do studies show about students who eat breakfast? 研究表明吃早餐的学生怎么样？ 正确答案：B) They do better in school 详解： 文章第三段说："Studies show that students who eat breakfast do better in school."（研究表明，吃早餐的学生在学校表现更好）。接着解释了原因：他们更容易集中注意力，更能记住事情。A选项"他们晚上睡得更好"、C选项"他们午餐吃得更多"、D选项"他们运动更好"都没有在文中提到。 4. Which of the following is mentioned as a source of protein? 下列哪项被提到是蛋白质的来源？ 正确答案：C) Eggs 详解： 文章第四段说："You also need protein like eggs or milk to help your muscles grow."（你也需要蛋白质，如鸡蛋或牛奶，来帮助肌肉生长）。因此鸡蛋是蛋白质的来源。A选项面包和B选项麦片是碳水化合物的来源；D选项水果提供维生素，不是蛋白质的主要来源。 5. What advice does the writer give to students who don't have time for breakfast? 作者给没时间吃早餐的学生什么建议？ 正确答案：B) Eat something simple like a banana and milk 详解： 文章第五段说："But you can eat something simple. A banana and a glass of milk only take a few minutes."（但你可以吃些简单的东西。一根香蕉和一杯牛奶只需要几分钟）。A选项"不吃早餐，午餐多吃点"、C选项"提前两小时起床"、D选项"午餐前什么都不吃"都不是作者的建议。 Reading 2 – The Truth About "Superfoods" 关于"超级食物"的真相 【原文翻译】 你听说过"超级食物"吗？这些是对健康非常有益的食物。蓝莓、三文鱼和羽衣甘蓝都被称为超级食物。但它们真的那么特别吗？ "超级食物"这个词不是一个科学术语。这是公司用来销售食物的词语。当某物被称为超级食物时，人们就想买它。他们认为这会让他们快速变得健康。 但真相是：没有单一食物能给你所需的一切。你的身体需要许多不同种类的食物。蓝莓很健康，但它们不含蛋白质。三文鱼含有健康脂肪，但它没有太多维生素C。如果你只吃超级食物，你会错过其他重要的营养。 真正重要的是吃均衡的饮食。这意味着吃来自所有食物群的不同食物。水果、蔬菜、谷物、蛋白质和奶制品在你的身体中都有重要作用。吃多种颜色的水果和蔬菜是获取不同维生素的好方法。 所以不要太担心超级食物。相反，试着每天吃"彩虹"般的食物。你的身体会感谢这种多样性！ 【答案详解】 1. What are "superfoods" according to the passage? 根据文章，什么是"超级食物"？ 正确答案：B) Foods that are very good for your health 详解： 文章第一段说："These are foods that are very good for your health."（这些是对健康非常有益的食物）。接着举例蓝莓、三文鱼和羽衣甘蓝。A选项"能治愈所有疾病的食物"、C选项"比其他食物好吃的食物"、D选项"非常昂贵的食物"都不是文中对超级食物的定义。 2. Where does the word "superfood" come from? "超级食物"这个词来自哪里？ 正确答案：C) Companies use it to sell food 详解： 文章第二段明确说："The word 'superfood' is not a scientific term. It's a word that companies use to sell food."（"超级食物"这个词不是一个科学术语。这是公司用来销售食物的词语）。A选项"科学家发明了这个词"、B选项"医生在医院使用它"、D选项"它来自一本古书"都与原文不符。 3. What problem does the passage point out about superfoods? 文章指出了关于超级食物的什么问题？ 正确答案：B) No single food can give you everything you need 详解： 文章第三段说："no single food can give you everything you need."（没有单一食物能给你所需的一切）。接着用蓝莓和三文鱼的例子说明每种食物都缺少某些营养。A选项"它们太贵买不起"、C选项"它们不好吃"、D选项"它们在商店里很难找到"都没有提到。 4. What does the writer suggest eating? 作者建议吃什么？ 正确答案：C) A rainbow of foods 详解： 文章最后一段说："try to eat a rainbow of foods every day."（试着每天吃"彩虹"般的食物）。这是比喻说法，指吃各种不同颜色的食物。A选项"每天只吃超级食物"、B选项"尽可能多吃蓝莓"、D选项"只吃有机食品"都不是作者的建议。 5. What is the main message of this passage? 这篇文章的主要信息是什么？ 正确答案：B) A balanced diet is more important than superfoods 详解： 文章的核心观点是：没有单一食物能提供所有营养，真正重要的是均衡饮食。第四段说"What really matters is eating a balanced diet"（真正重要的是吃均衡的饮食）。A选项"超级食物是浪费钱"太绝对，作者没有说超级食物不好，只是说不能只吃它们；C选项"你应该只吃超级食物"与文章观点相反；D选项"超级食物能让你快速变健康"正是作者要反驳的观点。 Reading 3 – Food Around the World: Street Food 世界各地的食物：街头美食 【原文翻译】 当你去一个新国家旅行时，你在哪里吃饭？有些人去高档餐厅。但很多旅行者说最好的食物在街上！ 街头美食是你从小摊位或推车上买的食物。它通常便宜又美味。最重要的是，它能让你品尝到真正的当地风味。以下是一些来自世界各地的著名街头美食。 在泰国，你可以尝试泰式炒河粉。这是一道用虾、鸡蛋和花生做的面条菜。厨师就在你面前现做。香味太棒了！ 在墨西哥，随处可见塔可。软玉米饼里填满肉、洋葱和新鲜莎莎酱。你可以加一点酸橙汁增加风味。咬一口你就会想要更多。 在印度，萨摩萨是一种受欢迎的小吃。这些是炸糕点，里面填满辣味土豆和豌豆。在两餐之间快速吃点非常合适。 在土耳其，你一定要尝试土耳其烤肉。肉在一个大旋转棒上烤。然后切成薄片，和蔬菜一起放进面包里。它本身就是一顿饭！ 街头美食不仅仅是吃。它是体验一种文化。当你在当地人吃饭的地方吃，你就了解了他们的生活方式。所以下次旅行时，跟着你的鼻子找到最近的街头美食摊吧！ 【答案详解】 1. Why do many travelers prefer street food according to the passage? 根据文章，为什么很多旅行者更喜欢街头美食？ 正确答案：D) All of the above 详解： 文章第二段提到街头美食的三个特点："It's usually cheap"（通常便宜）、"delicious"（美味）、"lets you taste real local flavors"（让你品尝到真正的当地风味）。A选项"比餐馆便宜"、B选项"让你品尝当地风味"、C选项"吃起来更快"（虽然没有明确说更快，但街头美食通常可以快速食用）——D选项"以上所有"最全面准确。 2. What is Pad Thai? 什么是泰式炒河粉？ 正确答案：B) A Thai noodle dish 详解： 文章第三段明确说："In Thailand, you can try Pad Thai. This is a noodle dish with shrimp, eggs, and peanuts."（在泰国，你可以尝试泰式炒河粉。这是一道用虾、鸡蛋和花生做的面条菜）。A选项"墨西哥塔可"、C选项"印度小吃"、D选项"土耳其烤肉"都与原文不符。 3. What is inside a samosa? 萨摩萨里面有什么？ 正确答案：C) Spicy potatoes and peas 详解： 文章第五段说："These are fried pastries filled with spicy potatoes and peas."（这些是炸糕点，里面填满辣味土豆和豌豆）。A选项"虾和鸡蛋"是泰式炒河粉的配料；B选项"肉和洋葱"是塔可的配料；D选项"鸡肉和蔬菜"是土耳其烤肉的配料。 4. How is doner kebab cooked? 土耳其烤肉是怎么做的？ 正确答案：B) On a big spinning stick 详解： 文章第六段说："Meat is cooked on a big spinning stick."（肉在一个大旋转棒上烤）。A选项"在大锅里"、C选项"在平底锅里"、D选项"在烤箱里"都不是文中描述的制作方式。 5. What does the writer say street food is really about? 作者说街头美食真正关乎什么？ 正确答案：C) Experiencing a culture 详解： 文章最后一段说："Street food is not just about eating. It's about experiencing a culture."（街头美食不仅仅是吃。它是体验一种文化）。接着解释："When you eat where locals eat, you learn about their way of life."（当你在当地人吃饭的地方吃，你就了解了他们的生活方式）。A选项"省钱"、B选项"快速吃"、D选项"尝试辣的食物"都不是作者强调的重点。 Reading 4 – Why We Love Comfort Food 为什么我们喜欢安慰食物 【原文翻译】 你有喜欢的食物能在难过时让你感觉好些吗？可能是你妈妈的鸡汤或你祖母的饼干。这就是所谓的"安慰食物"。 安慰食物因人而异。对有些人来说，它是像土豆泥那样温暖柔软的食物。对另一些人来说，它是像巧克力蛋糕那样的甜食。但为什么我们如此喜欢这些食物呢？ 科学家说有两个主要原因。首先，安慰食物常常让我们想起快乐的回忆。当你喝妈妈的汤时，你会想起她照顾你的情景。味道带回了过去的美好感受。 其次，有些安慰食物实际上会改变我们的大脑化学物质。高糖或高脂肪的食物会让大脑释放让我们感到快乐的化学物质。这就是为什么你在糟糕的一天后可能想吃冰淇淋。 但这里有一个有趣的事实：当我们与爱的人一起吃时，安慰食物效果最好。与家人或朋友分享食物让我们感觉更好。食物成为快乐时刻的一部分。 所以下次你情绪低落时，享受一些安慰食物是可以的。只要记住以均衡的方式吃。如果可以，和你关心的人分享。这才是真正感觉好起来的秘诀！ 【答案详解】 1. What is "comfort food" according to the passage? 根据文章，什么是"安慰食物"？ 正确答案：B) Food that makes you feel better when you're sad 详解： 文章第一段说："Do you have a favorite food that makes you feel better when you're sad? ... This is called 'comfort food.'"（你有喜欢的食物能在难过时让你感觉好些吗？......这就是所谓的"安慰食物"）。A选项"容易做的食物"、C选项"非常健康的食物"、D选项"昂贵的食物"都不是文中定义。 2. What is the first reason why we love comfort food? 我们喜欢安慰食物的第一个原因是什么？ 正确答案：B) It reminds us of happy memories 详解： 文章第三段说："First, comfort food often reminds us of happy memories."（首先，安慰食物常常让我们想起快乐的回忆）。接着举例说明食物的味道能带回忆。A选项"它总是很好吃"、C选项"在商店容易找到"、D选项"能很快填饱肚子"都不是文中提到的原因。 3. How does comfort food affect our brain? 安慰食物如何影响我们的大脑？ 正确答案：B) It releases chemicals that make us happy 详解： 文章第四段说："Foods high in sugar or fat can make our brains release chemicals that make us feel happy."（高糖或高脂肪的食物会让大脑释放让我们感到快乐的化学物质）。A选项"让我们困倦"、C选项"帮助我们更好地思考"、D选项"改善我们的记忆"都没有提到。 4. What makes comfort food work even better? 什么让安慰食物效果更好？ 正确答案：B) Eating it with people we love 详解： 文章第五段说："comfort food works best when we eat it with people we love."（当我们与爱的人一起吃时，安慰食物效果最好）。A选项"独自吃"、C选项"非常慢地吃"、D选项"冷着吃"都不是文中提到的方式。 5. What advice does the writer give at the end? 作者在最后给出了什么建议？ 正确答案：C) Eat it in a balanced way and share it with others 详解： 文章最后一段说："Just remember to eat it in a balanced way. And if you can, share it with someone you care about."（只要记住以均衡的方式吃。如果可以，和你关心的人分享）。A选项"永远不吃安慰食物"、B选项"只在开心时吃安慰食物"、D选项"想吃多少吃多少"都与作者的建议不符。 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $Food around the world, street food, when you travel to a new country, where do you eat? Some people go to fancy restaurants, but many travellers say the best food is on the street. Street food is food that you buy from small stands or carts. It's usually cheap and delicious. Best of all, IT lets you taste real local flavors. Here are some famous street foods from around the world. In thailand. You can try pad thi. This is a noodle dish with shrimp, eggs and peanuts. Cooks make IT fresh right in front of you. The smell is amazing. In mexico, taos are everywhere. Soft corn portias are filled with meat, onions and fresh salsa. You can add juice for extra flavor, one bite and you want more. In india, simmonses are a popular snack. These are fried payed ries, filled with spicy potatoes and peas. They're perfect for a quick bite between meals in turkey. You must try donor kab meat is cooked on a big spinning stick, then it's cut into thin pieces and put in bread with vegetables. It's a meal in itself. Street food is not just about eating. It's about experiencing a culture. When you eat where locals eat, you learn about their way of life. So next time you travel, follow your nose to the nearest food stand. 外研七下时文阅读 Unit3时文阅读全能训练二 拓展阅读 建议作答时间：10分钟 姓名： 评价： The Truth About "Superfoods" Adapted from National Geographic Kids "What Are Superfoods?" Have you ever heard of "superfoods"? These are foods that are very good for your health. Blueberries, salmon, and kale are all called superfoods. But are they really that special? The word "superfood" is not a scientific term. It's a word that companies use to sell food. When something is called a superfood, people want to buy it. They think it will make them healthy quickly. But here's the truth: no single food can give you everything you need. Your body needs many different kinds of food. Blueberries are healthy, but they don't have protein. Salmon has healthy fats, but it doesn't have much vitamin C. If you only eat superfoods, you will miss out on other important things. What really matters is eating a balanced diet. This means eating different foods from all food groups. Fruits, vegetables, grains, protein, and dairy all have important jobs in your body. Eating many colors of fruits and vegetables is a good way to get different vitamins. So don't worry too much about superfoods. Instead, try to eat a rainbow of foods every day. Your body will thank you for the variety! Core Vocabulary 1. superfood 超级食物 2. scientific 科学的 3. balanced diet 均衡饮食 4. vitamin 维生素 5. variety 多样性 Comprehension Questions 1. What are "superfoods" according to the passage? A) Foods that can cure all diseases B) Foods that are very good for your health C) Foods that taste better than others D) Foods that are very expensive 2. Where does the word "superfood" come from? A) Scientists invented this term B) Doctors use it in hospitals C) Companies use it to sell food D) It comes from an old book 3. What problem does the passage point out about superfoods? A) They are too expensive to buy B) No single food can give you everything you need C) They don't taste good D) They are hard to find in stores 4. What does the writer suggest eating? A) Only superfoods every day B) As many blueberries as possible C) A rainbow of foods D) Only organic food 5. What is the main message of this passage? A) Superfoods are a waste of money B) A balanced diet is more important than superfoods C) You should only eat superfoods D) Superfoods can make you healthy quickly Stella原创资料 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $外研七下时文阅读 Unit3时文阅读全能训练一 拓展阅读 建议作答时间：10分钟 姓名： 评价： Why Breakfast Is the Most Important Meal Adapted from BBC Good Food "The Importance of Breakfast" Do you often skip breakfast? Many students do because they are in a hurry to get to school. But scientists say this is a big mistake. Breakfast gives you energy to start the day. After sleeping all night, your body needs food. Think of your body like a car. After driving all night, the car needs more fuel. Breakfast is the fuel for your body. Studies show that students who eat breakfast do better in school. They can focus more easily in class. They remember things better too. Without breakfast, you may feel tired and find it hard to think clearly. What should you eat for breakfast? A good breakfast has different kinds of food. You need carbohydrates like bread or cereal for energy. You also need protein like eggs or milk to help your muscles grow. Fruit gives you vitamins to stay healthy. Some students say they don't have time for breakfast. But you can eat something simple. A banana and a glass of milk only take a few minutes. You can also prepare your breakfast the night before. So remember: never skip breakfast. It's the most important meal of the day. Your body and brain will thank you! Comprehension Questions 1. Why do many students skip breakfast according to the passage? A) They don't like breakfast food B) They are in a hurry to get to school C) Their parents don't cook for them D) They want to lose weight 2. How does the writer explain why we need breakfast? A) By comparing the body to a car B) By telling a story about a student C) By showing pictures of food D) By asking readers questions 3. What do studies show about students who eat breakfast? A) They sleep better at night B) They do better in school C) They eat more at lunch D) They play sports better 4. Which of the following is mentioned as a source of protein? A) Bread B) Cereal C) Eggs D) Fruit 5. What advice does the writer give to students who don't have time for breakfast? A) Skip breakfast and eat more at lunch B) Eat something simple like a banana and milk C) Wake up two hours earlier D) Don't eat anything until lunch Core Vocabulary 1. skip 跳过，不吃 2. fuel 燃料 3. focus 集中注意力 4. carbohydrate 碳水化合物 5. protein 蛋白质 Stella原创资料 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $外研七下时文阅读 Unit3时文阅读全能训练三 拓展阅读 建议作答时间：10分钟 姓名： 评价： Food Around the World: Street Food Adapted from Lonely Planet "The World's Best Street Food" When you travel to a new country, where do you eat? Some people go to fancy restaurants. But many travelers say the best food is on the street! Street food is food that you buy from small stands or carts. It's usually cheap and delicious. Best of all, it lets you taste real local flavors. Here are some famous street foods from around the world. In Thailand, you can try Pad Thai. This is a noodle dish with shrimp, eggs, and peanuts. Cooks make it fresh right in front of you. The smell is amazing! In Mexico, tacos are everywhere. Soft corn tortillas are filled with meat, onions, and fresh salsa. You can add lime juice for extra flavor. One bite and you'll want more. In India, samosas are a popular snack. These are fried pastries filled with spicy potatoes and peas. They're perfect for a quick bite between meals. In Turkey, you must try doner kebab. Meat is cooked on a big spinning stick. Then it's cut into thin pieces and put in bread with vegetables. It's a meal in itself! Street food is not just about eating. It's about experiencing a culture. When you eat where locals eat, you learn about their way of life. So next time you travel, follow your nose to the nearest street food stand! Comprehension Questions 1. Why do many travelers prefer street food according to the passage? A) It's cheaper than restaurants B) It lets you taste real local flavors C) It's faster to eat D) All of the above 2. What is Pad Thai? A) A Mexican taco B) A Thai noodle dish C) An Indian snack D) A Turkish kebab 3. What is inside a samosa? A) Shrimp and eggs B) Meat and onions C) Spicy potatoes and peas D) Chicken and vegetables 4. How is doner kebab cooked? A) In a big pot B) On a big spinning stick C) In a frying pan D) In an oven 5. What does the writer say street food is really about? A) Saving money B) Eating quickly C) Experiencing a culture D) Trying spicy food D) Superfoods can make you healthy quickly Core Vocabulary 1. stand 摊位 2. cart 推车 3. local 当地的 4. flavor 风味 5. culture 文化 Stella原创资料 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $外研七下时文阅读 Unit3时文阅读全能训练四 拓展阅读 建议作答时间：10分钟 姓名： 评价： Why We Love Comfort Food Adapted from Psychology Today "The Science of Comfort Food" Do you have a favorite food that makes you feel better when you're sad? Maybe it's your mom's chicken soup or your grandmother's cookies. This is called "comfort food." Comfort food is different for everyone. For some people, it's warm and soft like mashed potatoes. For others, it's sweet like chocolate cake. But why do we love these foods so much? Scientists say there are two main reasons. First, comfort food often reminds us of happy memories. When you eat your mom's soup, you remember her taking care of you. The taste brings back good feelings from the past. Second, some comfort foods actually change our brain chemistry. Foods high in sugar or fat can make our brains release chemicals that make us feel happy. That's why you might want ice cream after a bad day. But here's an interesting fact: comfort food works best when we eat it with people we love. Sharing food with family or friends makes us feel even better. The food becomes part of a happy moment. So next time you feel down, it's okay to enjoy some comfort food. Just remember to eat it in a balanced way. And if you can, share it with someone you care about. That's the real recipe for feeling better! Comprehension Questions 1. What is "comfort food" according to the passage? A) Food that is easy to cook B) Food that makes you feel better when you're sad C) Food that is very healthy D) Food that is expensive 2. What is the first reason why we love comfort food? A) It's always delicious B) It reminds us of happy memories C) It's easy to find in stores D) It makes us full quickly 3. How does comfort food affect our brain? A) It makes us sleepy B) It releases chemicals that make us happy C) It helps us think better D) It improves our memory 4. What makes comfort food work even better? A) Eating it alone B) Eating it with people we love C) Eating it very slowly D) Eating it cold 5. What advice does the writer give at the end? A) Never eat comfort food B) Only eat comfort food when you're happy C) Eat it in a balanced way and share it with others D) Eat as much comfort food as you want D) Superfoods can make you healthy quickly Core Vocabulary 1. comfort food 安慰食物 2. memory 记忆 3. chemistry 化学物质 4. release 释放 5. recipe 食谱，秘诀 Stella原创资料 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $The truth about super foods, have you ever heard of super foods? These are foods that are very good for your health. Blueberries, salmon and kill are all called super foods. But are they really that special? The word super food is not a scientific term. It's a word that companies used to sell food. When something is called a super food, people want to buy IT. They think that will make them healthy quickly. But here's the truth, no single food can give you everything you need. Your body needs many different kinds of food. Blueberry are healthy, but they don't have protein. Salmon has healthy fats, but IT doesn't have much vitamin sea. If you only eat super foods, you will miss out on other important things. What really matters is eating a baLance ed diet. This means eating different foods from all food groups. Fruits, vegetables, grains, protein and dairy all have important jobs in your body. Eating many colors of fruits and vegetables is a good way to get different vitamins, so don't worry too much about superfoods. Instead, try to eat a rainbow of foods everyday. Your body will thank you for the variety. Why breakfast is the most important meal? Do you often skip breakfast? Many students do because they are in a hurry to get to school. But scientists say this is a big mistake. Breakfast gives you energy to start the day. After sleeping all night, your body needs food. Think of your body like a car. After driving all night, the car needs more fuel. Breakfast is the fuel for your body. Studies show that students who eat breakfast do Better. In school, they can focus more easily in class. They remember things Better too. Without breakfast, you may feel tired and find IT hard to think clearly. What did you eat for breakfast? A good breakfast has different kinds of food. You need carbo hydrate, like bread or cereal. For energy, you also need protein, like eggs or milk to help your muscles grow. Fruit gives you vitamins to stay healthy. Some students say they don't have time for breakfast, but you can eat something simple. A banana and a glass of milk only take a few minutes. You can also prepare your breakfast the night before, so remember, never skip breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Your body and brain will thank you. Why we love comfort food. Do you have a favorite food that makes you feel Better when you're sad? Maybe it's your mom's chicken soup or your grandmother's cookies. This is called comfort food. Comfort food is different for everyone. For some people, it's warm and soft, like mashed potatoes. For others, it's sweet, like chocolate cake. But why do we love these food so much? Scientists say there are two main reasons. First, comfort food often reminds us of happy memories. When you eat your mom's soup, you remember her taking care of you. The taste brings back good feelings from the past. Second, some comfort foods actually change our brain chemistry. Food, tian sugar, fat can make our brain release chemicals that make us feel happy. That's why you might want ice cream after a bad day. But here's an interesting fact. Comfort food works best when we eat IT with people we love. Sharing food with family or friends makes us feel even Better. The food becomes part of a happy moment, so next time you feel down, it's okay to enjoy some comfort food. Just remember to eat IT in a baLanced way, and if you can share IT with someone you care about, that's a real recipe for feeling Better.