B1-9 Reading Comprehension

Eating Healthy on a Budget

Many people think eating healthy is expensive, but there are ways to enjoy good food without spending a lot. Planning your meals and making a shopping list can help you buy only what you need and avoid wasting money.

和訳

健康的な食事は高いと思っている人が多いですが、あまりお金をかけずにおいしい食事を楽しむ方法もあります。食事を計画して買い物リストを作れば、必要なものだけを買えて、無駄な出費を防ぐことができます。

Buying fresh fruits and vegetables that are in season is usually cheaper and healthier. Frozen vegetables are also a good option because they last longer and are still full of nutrients.

和訳

季節の新鮮な野菜や果物を買うと、たいていは安くて健康的です。冷凍野菜も良い選択肢で、長持ちするうえに栄養も豊富です。

Cooking at home instead of eating out saves money and gives you control over what you eat. You can make large portions and save leftovers for another meal. This is both economical and healthy.

和訳

外食ではなく家で料理することでお金が節約でき、食べるものを自分で管理できます。たくさん作って残りを次の食事にすれば、経済的で健康的です。

With some planning and smart choices, you don’t need a big budget to eat well. Eating healthy is possible for everyone, no matter how much money you have.

和訳

少しの計画と工夫で、たくさんのお金がなくてもよい食事はできます。お金の多い少ないに関係なく、誰にでも健康的な食事は可能です。

問題

1. How can planning meals help save money?

Answer: It helps you buy only what you need and avoid waste.

解説: 計画することで必要なものだけを買い、無駄遣いを防げます。

2. Why are seasonal fruits and vegetables recommended?

Answer: Because they are cheaper and healthier.

解説: 季節の野菜や果物は価格が安く、栄養価も高いです。

3. What are the benefits of cooking at home?

Answer: It saves money and lets you control what you eat.

解説: 家で料理することで節約でき、食材を自分で選べます。

4. What is the main message of the passage?

Answer: You can eat healthy even with a small budget.

解説: 工夫次第で、少ないお金でも健康的な食生活は可能だという内容です。