Dr harold Gunatillake Archives

Home ⁄ Articles ⁄ Dr harold Gunatillake (page 14)

Eat more fibre- your doctor will recommend it. – By Dr harold Gunatillake Website: www.Doctorharold.com Dietary fibre is principally composed of plant cell walls which include components obtained from cell walls (e.g. cellulose, pectin, and lignin) and non-starch polysaccharides (NSPs) from other sources (e.g. seaweeds and micro-organisms). In short, fibre is the skeleton of plants for structural support. Unlike other food components, such as fats, proteins or carbohydrates — which your body breaks down and absorbs in your small gut — your body doesn’t digest fibre. Instead, it passes relatively intact through your stomach, small intestine and colon and out of your body. This is not true. A small amount of fibre is metabolised in the stomach and intestine; the rest is passed through the gastrointestinal tract and makes up a part of the stool. There are two types of dietary fibre, soluble and insoluble. Most plants contain both soluble ...

Mar 22, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged Blood Sugar, carbohydrates, cellulose, fibre, pectin

Health & Views March 2nd issue 2023 – 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 other words, 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 ...

Mar 21, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged Dr. Harold Gunatillake, Health & Views

Upcoming Sri Lanka – By Dr harold Gunatillake Website: www.Doctorharold.com Transcript: * Sri Lanka was hit by an unprecedented financial crisis in 2022, the worst since its independence from Britain in 1948, due to a severe paucity of foreign exchange reserves, sparking political turmoil in the country, which led to the ouster of the all-powerful Rajapaksa family. * Economy improves, and forex reserves rise for Sri Lanka, The Theme of the 2023 International Women’s Day Celebration in Sri Lanka– is “She is the pride of the nation.” International Women’s Day is observed annually on March 8th, Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe promotes women’s empowerment and well-being. In Sri Lanka, the first Women’s Day celebration was held in 1978, and every year since then, the celebration has centred around different themes. Despite the current social and economic challenges Sri Lanka faces, its women continue to exhibit strength and resilience, earning respect ...

Mar 15, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged 2023 International Women’s Day, International Monetary Fund, International Women's Day, Ranil Wickremesinghe, Sri Lanka, Sri Lankan women

What are the foods your heart prefers? – By Dr harold Gunatillake How does healthy food help your heart? Unhealthy foods cause heart disease, other than the minority born with congenital defects, Eating daily the right food for the heart will keep your heart ticking with a regular healthy beat during your lifespan. A healthy diet can help reduce your risk of developing coronary heart disease and stop you from gaining weight, reducing your risk of diabetes and high blood pressure. It can also help lower your cholesterol levels and reduce your risk of some cancers. A healthy diet can benefit your heart even if you already have a heart condition. The first step toward maintaining heart health is understanding heart disease risk factors. Your risk depends on many factors, some of which are changeable and others that are not. Risk factors are conditions or habits that make a person ...

Mar 11, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged blood pressure, body weight, cholesterol levels, Eating foods, Food for heart, foods for your heart, healthy diet, Heart Health

Health & Views March 1st issue 2023 – 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 other words, 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 ...

Mar 7, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged Dr. Harold Gunatillake, Health & Views

Health & Views – February 3rd issue 2023 – 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 other words, 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 ...

Mar 4, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged Dr. Harold Gunatillake, Health & Views

How much are too much-added sugars affect your health? – By Dr harold Gunatillake Website: www.Doctorharold.com Today, people are aware that sugar causes more health issues than saturated fats in foods. In the US, 8 out of 10 adults try reducing sugar. This refers to added sugars. Almost half of the added sugars in our daily diet come from one source- sugary drinks. Other sources include baked goods, candy, cereals, dairy products and desserts. The American Heart Association recommends limiting added sugar to 9 teaspoons daily for most men and six teaspoons for most women and children over 2. What is the meaning of added sugars? Added sugars are sugars, and syrups added to foods or beverages when processed or prepared. Naturally occurring sugars, such as those in fruit or milk, are not added sugars. Now let us find out the difference between natural sugar and added sugars. Naturally occurring ...

Feb 27, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged American Heart Association, Health, sugar foods

Health & Views February 2nd issue – 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 website / article. ...

Feb 25, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged Dr. Harold Gunatillake, Health & Views

Where are the starving people?-By Dr harold Gunatillake UNICEF estimates that approximately 56,000 children in the country suffer from severe acute malnutrition. Around a third of Sri Lankan households do not have a secure food source, and almost 70% are reducing meal sizes, according to the latest World Food Program figures. According to the World Food Programme, 6 .3 million people, or over 30 per cent of Sri Lanka’s population is “food insecure” and require humanitarian assistance. According to UNO -India, there are nearly 195 million undernourished people in India, which is a quarter of the world’s hunger burden. Also, roughly 43% of children in India are chronically undernourished. India ranks 68 out of 113 major countries in terms of food ...

Feb 22, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged Oak-Ray Regency, Sujeewa Palliaguruge

Sri Lanka’s revival – By Dr harold Gunatillake I have just come to visit and live in Sri Lanka, as it is still one of the best countries to live in. There are no petrol queues, and the roads are chock a block with vehicles, drivers creeping through any space on the road without vehicular collisions. In the face of the economic crisis in a country with high inflation, life goes well in the cities, with the usual hustle and buzz. We spent one evening and a night at the Cinnamon Grand hotel in Colombo. I sat in the lobby and watched the number of guests entering and strolling around, some chatting in groups, others walking with families, enjoying a relaxed ambience. From the attires of the men and women, I got the impression they were visitors to the country, come for a holiday. There were many locals, too. It ...

Feb 19, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged Cinnamon Grand hotel in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka’s revival