How can you lower the risk of heart disease? – By Dr harold Gunatillake Website: www.Doctorharold.com Heart disease is the leading cause of death around the world. According to the American Heart Association, someone in the United States die of a heart attack every 39 seconds. There are plenty of ways to treat and prevent heart disease, which begins with living a healthier lifestyle regarding your diet and exercise. Atherosclerosis, caused by fatty plaques in arteries, is the main reason for coronary artery disease. Risk factors include poor diet, lack of exercise, obesity, and smoking. Making healthy lifestyle choices can lower the risk of atherosclerosis. Globally, approximately 110 million men and 80 million women suffer from coronary heart disease, which is the leading cause of death worldwide. Each year, an estimated 9 million people die due to coronary heart disease, and it accounts for 1 in 6 deaths worldwide. Cardiovascular ...
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Between chicken and meat, what is the preference? – By Dr harold Gunatillake Website: www.Doctorharold.com Much of the pro-vegetarian research out there will try to convince you that humans are natural herbivores, that we’re not meant to eat meat. In reality, our digestive characteristics show we’re omnivorous, according to a talk for the Vegetarian Research Group by John McArdle. Most Sri Lankans other than vegetarians and vegans eat chicken or red meat once or twice a week with rice and curry. In Sri Lanka, people eat more chicken than beef or mutton due to the price difference. So, the question is how often should you eat chicken? Can you eat chicken every day without affecting your health? Grilled or baked chicken throughout the week is the suggested way to prepare chicken. You can make simple, healthy chicken dinners, served as a curry, and enjoy them with your rice or bread. ...
