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Health & Views – FEBRUARY 2nd issue 2024 – 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 ...

Feb 12, 2024 Posted by In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged , , , , , , ,
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Health & Views DECEMBER 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 ...

Nov 29, 2023 Posted by In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged , , , , , , ,
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What foods cause cancer? – Dr Harold Gunatillake Image Source : businessinsider Website : www.Doctorharold.com Transcript: Cancer is a dreaded disease, and you must take steps to avoid it. There are genetic causes that are unavoidable, but there are many acquired factors that can lead to cancer. Let us discuss today how we could avoid cancer caused due to acquired factors. Three types of genes cause cancer. Types of cancer genes Oncogenes are mutated genes that cause cells to grow out of control and can lead to cancer. Proto-oncogenes are normal genes that control cell growth, but if they become mutated, they can turn into oncogenes. The two most common hereditary cancer syndromes are hereditary breast and ovarian cancer ( HBOC ) and Lynch syndrome. People seem to eat more processed foods in developed countries, pre-cooked foods available in supermarkets and the palatable tastes of such food. Processed meat, overcooked foods, ...

Oct 31, 2022 Posted by In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged , , ,
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Can alcohol be good for you? – by Dr Harold Gunatillake Good advice by Dr Harold OAM Health writer   “Wine is sunlight, held together by water.” —Galileo “Alcohol will never be considered a healthful drink, like tea or coffee, but if you chose the healthier options, a drink a day will calm your anxiety. People who do stressful jobs, a drink in the evening with dinner will help to unwind and socially interact with your family”. About 2 billion people worldwide consume alcoholic drinks, out of which over 76 million people are currently affected by alcohol use disorders, such as dependence and abuse, according to current stats. Alcohol -from a beer with a concentration of ethanol less than 5% to wines and stronger spirits over 40% are considered good for your heart health if you understand what moderation means. Some Vodkas contain 30% ethanol and bourbons maybe around 60% ...

Apr 29, 2022 Posted by In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged , ,
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Just one Drink a Day- new Proposal-by Dr Harold Gunatillake Transcript: A panel that advises the federal government on the U.S. Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which are released every five years by the U.S. Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services, recently released a new recommendation that men consume no more than one alcoholic drink per day. Previous guidelines had set two as the limit. The recommendation for women—one drink per day—remains the same. Alcohol, is a necessary item or poison for humans all over the world. It is mandatory to enjoy a drink at the end of the day to wind down, or at gatherings to relax and enjoy the company, at functions, weddings, celebrations, and so on. Just imagine what a party would be without alcohol. It would be like a pub with Throughout the 10,000 or so years humans have been drinking their own fermented brews. ...

Oct 7, 2021 Posted by In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged ,
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Alcohol does have health benefits-by Dr harold Gunatillake Latest study claims in an article published in Australia, coming from CNN- headlines, “No safe level” for alcohol consumption. On the same breath it says, ‘if continued with increased consumption of alcohol is associated with poorer brain health’. Does this imply that the headlines discourage people from drinking alcohol, or that the normal safe limit cannot be assessed in general, and is something tailormade for each one? South Africa’s president has re-imposed a ban on alcohol sales and ordered the closure of all bars as part of new restrictions to battle a resurgence of coronavirus. There was an immediate public health benefit that had nothing to do with COVID-19. On the contrary, Prime Minister in Australia announced restriction to closedown Pubs, clubs, gyms cinemas and places of worship during the height of the endemic when total lockdown was enforced, till the spread ...

May 23, 2021 Posted by In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged , ,
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    What alcohol does to you – by Harold Gunatillake What alcohol does to you. SCRIPT It is the season we all indulge and drag into excess drinking. This video is for us to be cautious. Yes, it is for us to think twice before getting intoxicated during this holiday season. Alcohol is also called ethyl alcohol or ethanol. It is made from grains, fruits or veggies through a process called fermentation- when yeast or bacteria react with the sugars in such food and the by-product is ethanol and carbon dioxide. Sri Lankans in the villages drink a fermented product from potatoes and other fruits called “Kasippu” very toxic to the liver. One gram of alcohol has 7 calories, which is more than one gram of carbs having 4 calories, proteins -4 calories and fat has 9 calories. A 12 ounces regular beer has 14 grams of pure alcohol. ...

Dec 28, 2019 Posted by In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged , Comments 0
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Alcohol what it does when consumed   Few weeks back I wrote an article on the beneficial effect of alcohol to prevent dementia. Let us delve deeper into alcohol nutrition and discuss what happens to that glass of alcohol you enjoy, in your constitution. It is a fact there is no social event without alcohol flowing. It relaxes the participants and brings mates together for a relaxed enjoyable evening with conversations, at a party or celebration. When, even taking two small drinks a day has its added health benefits, but the negative consequences that it brings when taken in excess has problems to self and family. Alcohol is not an essential food like the carbs, protein fat, vitamin, minerals and water you consume daily. Alcoholic drink primarily consists of water, alcohol and sugar. The calories come from alcohol and sugar are referred to as, ’empty calories’ because of the lack ...

Nov 7, 2018 Posted by In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged Comments 0
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