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The surge in competitive eating has raised concerns about the health of the big eaters and the potential negative influence it may have on young audiences who watch these competitions. Competitive eating comes with a number of acute and deadly risks, including airway obstruction, which can lead to death, and ruptures of the esophagus or stomach.
Aside from these immediate threats, there are also long-term health risks. Unsurprisingly, overeating can result in weight gain or even obesity, which, in turn, increases one’s risk of heart disease or diabetes. Another dangerous consequence of competitive eating is the development of gastroparesis, a condition where the stomach stops functioning properly and no longer processes and disposes of food normally. Some senior eaters may do so much damage to their stomach that they eventually need to have part or all of their stomach removed, leading to lifelong challenges with getting the necessary nutrients their body needs.
Adrenalin surges when one feels one's life is in great danger.
當人覺得生命受到很大威脅時,腎上腺素便會激增。
Many families are affected by the recent surge in food prices.
最近食物價格大漲,許多家庭都受到影響。
When my favorite band appeared on stage, I felt a surge of excitement and couldn’t resist screaming!
我最喜歡的樂團出現在舞臺上時,我感到異常興奮,忍不住尖叫了起來!
Angelina felt a surge of fury and hung up on Frank.
安潔莉娜突然一陣怒火上來,掛了法蘭克電話。
Protesters attempted to surge through the gates but were stopped by the police.
抗議群眾試圖湧進大門內,但被警察擋下了。
Now that summer is coming, local folks are expecting a surge of visitors from all over the world.
由於夏日將至,當地人都引頸期待即將由世界各地湧入的觀光客
Most plants absorb minerals and essential nutrients directly from the soil as they grow.
大部分的植物在成長時,會直接從土壤吸收礦物質和必要的養分。
The nutrient value of fruits and vegetables is high; in contrast, it is low in desserts and junk food.
蔬果的營養價值很高,相反地,甜點和垃圾食物的營養價值很低。
I was so ill last week that whenever I tried to eat, I vomited.
我上禮拜病得很厲害,只要我吃東西就會吐出來。
After a night of heavy drinking, Meghan spent the next morning vomiting the contents of her stomach into the toilet.
梅根經過一晚狂飲後,隔天早上對著馬桶狂吐腹中物。
Tim didn t realize his cat was sick until he noticed the vomit on the kitchen floor.
提姆直到看見廚房地板上的嘔吐物才發現他的貓生病了。
As a last resort, the debtor went to Canada to hide out.
作為最後的手段,債務人跑去加拿大躲了起來。
We'll resort to legal action if you fail to pay the debt by Friday.
如果星期五之前你無法還清債務,我們將採取法律行動。
The Lake District in Northwest England is a world-famous summer resort.
英格蘭西北邊的湖區是世界知名的避暑勝地。
Most countries have difficulties in disposing of
nuclear waste.
大部分的國家都面臨處理核廢料的困境。
Aside from fishing, Stanley also enjoys hiking.
除了釣魚外,史丹利也喜歡健行。
Tracy started working out, which in turn helped her get in shape and increase her energy.
崔西開始鍛鍊,這進而幫助她擁有好身材並增進活力。
The driver was caught on camera speeding through the red light.
那名闖紅燈的駕駛被測速照相的鏡頭逮個正著。
We'll resort to legal action if you fail to pay the debt by Friday.
如果星期五之前你無法還清債務,我們將採取法律行動。
I keep in mind my grandfather's advice whenever I have a problem.
我遇到問題的時候,總是謹記我爺爺的忠告。