The sunflower plant bears bright yellow flowers that always face the sun, hence the name. However, the plant is grown not only for its beautiful flowers, but also for its oil that has a host of health benefits. Sunflower oil prevents diseases, lowers cholesterol levels, keeps the heart healthy, and even prevents certain forms of cancer. Sunflower oil is a kind of “magic oil” when it comes to skin care, as it makes your skin soft and smooth, and prevents signs of aging. So, let us know more about its effects on your skin.

1. It Acts as an Effective Emollient(润肤霜).

Sunflower oil is an effective emollient, which means that it helps the skin retain moisture. Thus, people with dry skin can benefit immensely from the regular use of the oil. Also, it is mild, and provides relief from irritation and inflammation of the skin.

2. It Offers Sun Protection.

Sunflower oil is a rich source of vitamin E. The high vitamin content prevents the sensitive cells of the skin from being damaged by the ultraviolet (UV) rays of the sun. Also, the beta-carotene (β-胡萝卜素) present in sunflower oil helps neutralize(中和) free radicals that are responsible for causing damage to the skin, including sunburn and skin cancers.

3. It Prevents Earlier Aging.

Vitamin E present in sunflower oil not only protects the skin from sun damage, but also from earlier aging. What’s more, regular use of sunflower oil can reduce wrinkles and make one look younger. Also, sunflower oil is rich in antioxidants(抗氧化物质) that keep the skin fresh.

4. It Prevents Skin Infections(感染).

Sunflower oil is a rich source of essential fatty acids that protect the skin from bacterial infections. Hence, it gives you a healthy skin.

5. Additional Effects.

There are other ways in which sunflower oil can prove to be a boon for your skin. These are given as follows:

It helps reduce dark spots; it helps lighten dark circles; it helps soften rough and dry skin; it can be used to remove make-up; it helps relax tired eyes.

1.Sunflower oil can be good for the following EXCEPT ________.

A. reducing cholesterol levels

B. preventing heart diseases

C. making skin smooth and impressive

D. curing some kinds of cancers

2.What are the functions of vitamin E?

A. To make ultraviolet rays and beta-carotene.

B. To stop sunburn and treat skin cancers.

C. To protect skin and slow the pace of aging.

D. To produce wrinkles and make skin bright.

3.Which of the following is NOT true?

A. Sunflower oil can weaken dark spots.

B. Sunflower oil may lead to skin infections.

C. Sunflower oil can make you attractive.

D. Sunflower oil may keep eyes in comfort.

4.Which is the best title for the passage?

A. Benefits of Sunflower Oil for Skin

B. Sunflowers Make Life Beautiful

C. Sunflower Oil Ends Diseases Greatly

D. Benefits of Growing Sunflowers

One day a teacher was giving her young students a lesson on how the government works .She was trying to explain the principle of income tax (收入税).

“You see ,” she began , speaking slowly and carefully , “each person who works must pay part of his or her salary (薪水) to the government .If you make a high salary , your taxes are high .If you don’t make much money, your taxes are low .”

“Is that clear ?” she asked .“Does everyone understand the meaning of income tax ?” The students nodded.“Are there any questions ?” she asked .The students shook their heads .

“Very good !” she said .“Now ,I would like you to take a piece of paper and write a short paragraph on the subject of income tax .”

Little Joey was a slow learner .He had lots of problems with spelling and grammar , but this time he at least seemed to understand the task .He took his pen and after a few minutes , he handed the teacher the following composition :

Once I had a dog.His name was Tax.

I opened the door and in come Tax.

1.The teacher was trying to explain one day .

A.the basic principles of the income tax

B.how the government works

C.everyone should pay income tax

D.how much tax one should pay for his income

2.After the teacher’s explanation, .

A.all the students shook their heads

B.many of the students were still puzzled

C.not all the students understood the meaning of income tax

D.a few students disagreed with their teacher

3.The students were asked .

A.to say something about income tax

B.to answer some questions on income tax

C.to write a composition on “income tax”

D.to explain the principle of income tax

4.Little Joey .

A.was clever

B.understood what the teacher said

C.was not clever enough

D.did as what he was told to do

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