We all love spending time by the sea.Some lucky ones might live on the coast and enjoy the benefits （益處） all around the year. （1）

B

B

Most of us would say we feel healthier by the ocean.In the past，doctors would actually suggest spending time by the sea to their patients.And research has shown that people who live on the coast are more likely to believe their health is good compared to those living in a city.So how do we benefit，exactly？
    Well，to start with，it's great for our mental （心理） health.Scientists have discovered that we have something called a blue mind.They have shown that watching，listening to the waves （海浪） or being in the ocean helps our brains slow down. （2）

F

F

This is why people who have trouble sleeping are often told to listen to recordings of the sound of waves hitting the beach to help them relax at bedtime.
    （3）

C

C

We go out a lot more when we're on holiday by the sea.We often become more active on holidays and people who live on the coast are usually more active too. （4）

G

G

Walking on sand requires more effort than on the pavement.And the sea air is good for people with breathing problems too.There is less pollution in the air near the ocean and in autumn and winter the air is fresher.This is healthier than the dry air in homes with central heating.It has even been found that the chemicals in sea water may help us have healthy skin.
    （5）

E

E

We look forward so much to having our next one!

A.Breathing the air in the city makes you more active. B.Others usually have to wait for the next vacation. C.Being by the sea is also good for our physical health. D.Kids especially like to have fun by the sea in summer. E.Naturally we often feel so great at the end of a seaside holiday. F.The sound of them can help us relax and feel free from stress. G.And if you take your walks on the beach，this is a lot better.