Engleski A - 2025./26. ljeto - Reading 5

Read the text on the next page.
For each question (1–8), choose the answer (A–M) that best completes the sentence.
There are five options that you do not need. Mark your answer on the answer sheet.
There is an example at the beginning (0 → N: aimed).
Taking Control of Your Health
    Biohacking is a growing movement (0) aimed at optimising human performance. It includes a variety of practices, ranging from simple dietary changes to the experimental use of implantable devices. Driven by the promise of improving physical, mental, and emotional well-being, biohacking challenges conventional approaches to personal health. It is, (1)
, often referred to as 'do-ityourself biology'.
    Biohacking is about taking control of your body and mind. One of its most accessible forms is nutritional optimisation, where individuals experiment with supplements or intermittent fasting. Supporters argue that these strategies naturally (2)
with the body's rhythms and could improve performance and longevity.
    Another aspect of biohacking is the integration of technology into human biology. For instance, some enthusiasts implant RFID chips under their skin, (3)
users to unlock devices or doors with a wave of their hand. Others use continuous glucose monitors to track blood sugar levels, to (4)
their diets for peak metabolic performance. Although these methods may sound unfamiliar, they show the movement's emphasis on personal improvement.
    Critics question, (5)
, the long-term safety of uncontrolled practices and the ethical implications of self-experimentation. For example, gene-editing tools are sometimes (6)
by amateur biohackers. In addition, some worry that biohacking could worsen unequal opportunities, as access to advanced tools and supplements often comes at a high cost.
    In summary, biohacking empowers you to assume responsibility for your health and to find out what works best for you. Its popularity has (7)
as it is attracting a broad range of people keen on (8)
their overall well-being. While its potential to revolutionise health and wellness is undeniable, it also raises some key questions about the ethics of human improvement. As the movement evolves, society must cope with how to apply the benefits in a responsible way.

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