Health & Views November 2nd issue 2020 – By Dr Harold Gunatillake If you would like an eBook created similar to the above, then please contact eLanka – info@eLanka.com.au ...
Are you constipated?-by Dr Harold Gunatillake Approximately 100 million people in the United States suffer from constipation and that these people spend $700 million yearly on constipation-relief products. What a shame when constipation is easily avoided through healthy diet and cleansing. Eating fruits Fruits are expensive and most people in Sri Lanka unfortunately cannot afford to eat daily. They contain high fibre, forms bulk in your gut and makes your smooth muscles activated and with water helps stools the right consistency to pass easily. Dried fruits are loaded with fibre and is one of the foods that help relieve constipation. Bananas, figs, prunes, apples, mangoes. Mangoes are seasonal, and available in Sri Lanka during certain months of the year. They are low-calorie and high in fibre and is a great source of vitamin A and C, contains calcium, zinc, and vitamin E. There is a remarkably high fibre mango ...
Farewell Mr Nimal Bandara – Dr. Harold Gunatillake Farewell Mr Nimal Bandara H.E. Nimal Bandara, Consul General of the socialist republic of Sri Lanka is leaving us after working in his duties just for over a year. He assumed duties at the Consulate General’s Office in Sydney on 16 October 2019. He was successfully being established in Sydney within that short period, coming to know the Sri Lankan community, attending many of the functions organised by the various groups and associations. Before the assumption of duties, the Consul General and staff observed the religious observances conducted by Ven. Katugastota Soma Thero and Ven. Polgahawela Anandamaithri of Catai Temple in Sydney. That signifies the mind and the credibility of the person with a religious background getting the blessings of the Triple Gem before commencing work in his official duties. He was a friendly, amiable, and approachable person, ever willing ...
What happens to dietary fats in the body?-Dr Harold Gunatillake Website:www.Doctorharold.com Transcript: That is our talk, today. Dietary fats are triglycerides Triglycerides are composed of fatty acids Each molecule of triglyceride contains three fatty acids joined to an alcohol glycerol Triglycerides are the main stores of body fat. They are stored in adipose cells, widely distributed over the body—mainly under the skin, around deep blood vessels, and in the abdominal cavity and to a lesser degree in association with muscles. There are three kinds of macronutrients in the diet- we eat, Carbs, Fats and Proteins. Today, our discussion is on fats and what happens to them in our body. Most of the dietary fats we eat are natural oils- both polyunsaturated, monounsaturated, and animal fats are all packaged as triglycerides in the foods. So, when we eat dietary fat, we are really eating triglycerides. ...
Health & Views – November 1st issue 2020 – By Dr Harold Gunatillake Download the PDF file . Disclaimer: The information contained in this article is for general information purposes only, and whilst the author will endeavour to keep the information up to date and correct, eLanka makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability or availability with respect to the eLanka website or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained in this article for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk. In otherwords, eLanka In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage including without limitation, indirect or consequential loss or damage, or any loss or damage whatsoever arising from loss of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this ...
Another Coconut Bashing-By Dr Harold Gunatillake Dreams come true on a sandy beach in Sri Lanka, under the shade of coconut trees and coconuts Transcript: The present onslaught on coconut oil comes from research studies from the tropical island of Sri Lanka, where coconut palm trees are seen swaying gracefully along the coastline in the white sandy beaches, the locals and the tourists seen sipping that fruity nutrient water out of coconut to chill there way on a hot sunny day, and the local’s staple food being rice and curry, consuming at least using a coconut per family per day. Each coconut is scraped, squeezed by adding warm water to turn into milk- and used for thickening and flavoring of curries. Besides, the coconut oil -extract of the dried coconut kernel called copra being used for frying and temporizing curries. A delicious appetizing spicy coconut mixture with chili powder, ...
Health & Views – October 3rd issue 2020 – By Dr Harold Gunatillake Please click here or on the image below to view the eBook Disclaimer: The information contained in this article is for general information purposes only, and whilst the author will endeavour to keep the information up to date and correct, eLanka makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability or availability with respect to the eLanka website or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained in this article for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk. In otherwords, eLanka In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage including without limitation, indirect or consequential loss or damage, or any loss or damage whatsoever arising from loss of data or profits arising out of, or ...
What happens to the Carbs we eat?-by Harold Gunatillake Transcripts: All Carbohydrates consumed daily- such as, rice, bread, noodles, pastas, veggies, drinks, potatoes, yams, fruits, sodas with added sugar, among others- gets converted to glucose before being absorbed through villi in the small gut into the blood stream through the portal veins that leads from the gut to the liver. Fructose in fruits are directly absorbed per se without being converted into glucose. The other sugar that is absorbed through the gut is sucrose derived from fruits, vegetables, diary products and grains. They are also added to the processed foods you eat. ...
An Eye Opener on Health Issues-by Harold Gunatillake Written by Dr harold Gunatillake –Health Writer to websites, Sri Lankan and overseas newspapers and magazines “Reading articles on health issues may inspire to initiate a Healthier Life Style- ought to be considered a priority in your life so precious to you. Do not wait till your car breaks down on the road-side and make your family push to the closest garage. Check and replace parts at the scheduled times and run the vehicle smoothly. Likewise, apply the same principles to your life. Get regular check -ups and make your life run smoothly.” ...
Health & Views – October 2nd Issue – by Harold Gunatillake Download the PDF file . Disclaimer: The information contained in this article is for general information purposes only, and whilst the author will endeavour to keep the information up to date and correct, eLanka makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability or availability with respect to the eLanka website or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained in this article for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk. In otherwords, eLanka In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage including without limitation, indirect or consequential loss or damage, or any loss or damage whatsoever arising from loss of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this website / ...
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