eLanka Newsletter – 19th January 2025 – 6th Edition Sri Lankans in Australia Click here or on the image below to read this week’s elanka Newsletter Jesus Christ Superstar. A journey down memory lane ……. Reminiscing the Lankan theatre scene of the 70’s – By Aubrey Joachim Sri Lanka batters find form and the bowlers complete demolition job on New Zealand. – BY TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE. (eLanka Sports Editor). Health & Views – JANUARY 2nd issue 2025 – By Dr Harold Gunatillake SUNDAY CHOICE – The Jesus Story – By Charles Schokman Australian medical teams support the Pioneering 1990 Suwa Seriya – By Lawrence Machado Kaleidoscope 245 ft Harsha Purasinghe, Gayani de Alwis, Asela Abeywardene, Mattu Pongal, spherical Dr Premasiri Khemadasa Emperor of Sri Lankan Opera who revolutionised music in Sri Lanka reminisced on 87th birth anniversary – By Sunil Thenabadu The Brad and Kiara Show Podcast – 2025-1-18 ...

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Sea Salt: Health Benefits and Everything You Need to Know – By Bhanuka – eLanka Sea salt has been used for centuries, not just as a food seasoning but also for its therapeutic and health benefits. Unlike table salt, sea salt is minimally processed, which helps retain its natural minerals. These minerals offer benefits that go beyond flavor enhancement. In this article, we explore what sea salt is, its health benefits, and its culinary and therapeutic uses. What Is Sea Salt? Sea salt comes from the evaporation of seawater. Shallow basins exposed to the sun and wind leave behind salt crystals, which are then harvested. This process keeps minerals like magnesium, potassium, calcium, and iron intact. These minerals give sea salt its unique flavor and color, which vary depending on the source and harvesting method. Types of Sea Salt Fine-grain sea salt: Ideal for sprinkling on food. Coarse sea salt: ...

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eLanka Newsletter – 8th December 2024 – 3rd Edition Sri Lankans in Australia Click here or on the image below to read this week’s elanka Newsletter Obituary – In loving memory of Thelma Cecilia Gunasekera (nee Rubera) A wonderful night at Denver and Patty’s beautiful home in Berwick https://www.elanka.com.au/see-beyond-the-well-and-contribute-to-system-change-by-oscar-e-v-fernando-3/ Deed of Transfer Completed for Blue Ocean’s King Alfred Palace, Colombo 03 SUNDAY CHOICE – A Parable of a Wedding Banquet – By Charles Schokman Kaleidoscope 239 ft artist Anoma, Amari’s Khun Top, Casa Collective Decor & a Cinnamon Xmas 5.12.24 The Brad and Kiara Show Podcast – 2024-12-7 Australian National Prayer Breakfast 2024 with Keynote speaker Max Jeganathan Focus on soft skills to become change managers – By Alok Das The Impact of Fast Food on Health – By Dr Harold Gunatillake Crowned Emperor of silver screen – By Sunil Thenabadu Melbourne Stars relaunch Pakistan Supporters Bay for BBL 14 ...

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Discovering the Donga Fruit: Sri Lanka’s Hidden Gem-by Kalani-eLanka Sri Lanka, often celebrated for its lush landscapes and rich biodiversity, is home to a plethora of unique and exotic fruits. Among these hidden treasures is the Donga fruit, a lesser-known delicacy that has begun to capture the attention of both locals and tourists alike. The Donga fruit, known scientifically as Zizyphus oenoplia, is a small, round fruit native to South Asia. In Sri Lanka, it is often found growing in the wild, particularly in dry and arid regions. The fruit is typically green when unripe, turning a deep reddish-brown or purple as it matures. Despite its modest size, the Donga fruit packs a punch with its tangy flavor and slightly sweet aftertaste. The Donga fruit is more than just a tasty treat; it’s also packed with nutritional benefits. It is rich in vitamin C, which is essential for boosting the ...

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eLanka Newsletter – 26th June 2024 – 8th Edition Sri Lankans in Australia Click here or on the image below to read this week’s elanka Newsletter Sri Lanka women heap more more pain on Windies in T20 opener. – BY TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE. (eLanka Sports Editor) Usman Khawaja launches Prime Café in Melbourne Athapaththu leads Sri Lanka to clean sweep over West Indies for the first time. – BY TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE. (eLanka Sports Editor) Jesus our friend and comforter – By Charles Schokman WAS THE THIRD PRIME MINISTER OF CEYLON THE SON OF A MURDERER ? THE TRIAL OF JOHN KOTELAWALA (SENIOR) – By HUGH KARUNANAYAKE Afghanistan ‘talibans’ Australian T20 Cricket Aspirations-by Michael Roberts Brain Draining Pearl – By Nisal Rukshan MULTI FACETED LEGENDARY TITUS THOTAWATTE REMINISCED – By Sunil Thenabadu OBITUARY – CHANDRA SENARATNE (9 Feb 1933 – 3 June 2024 ) – By Hugh Karunanayake ...

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“Irresistible Dessert Delight: Tasty Fruit Salad Creations“-by Kalani-eLanka Dessert aficionados and fruit enthusiasts alike rejoice, for there exists a culinary marvel that seamlessly combines the sweetness of desserts with the freshness of fruits – the tantalizing world of fruit salad desserts. These delightful creations are not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor and nutritional goodness. Join us on a journey through the realm of tasty fruit salad desserts, where every bite is a celebration of nature’s bounty and culinary ingenuity. Fruit salad desserts are a symphony of flavors, blending a colorful array of fresh fruits with an assortment of complementary ingredients to create a harmonious culinary experience. From the classic fruit cocktail drenched in a luscious syrup to the sophisticated fruit medleys adorned with creamy dressings or sweet sauces, there’s a tantalizing creation to suit every palate and occasion. Imagine the juicy sweetness of ripe strawberries mingling with ...

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Latest Medical Findings on Alcohol Drinking – By Sam Fernando Source : Qld Sri Lankan Newsletter – Dæhæna – July 2023 The Radio 4EB Arunella program on 4 June included a segment on latest medical findings on light and moderate alcohol drinking. A well experienced medical practitioner provided advice on the subject, based on recent advice from the World Health Organisation. This article highlights salient points discussed in the above program. To listen to the full program go to: https://www.4eb.org.au/shows/arunella/ and select the program dated 4th June. What is alcohol? • Alcohol is a toxic, psychoactive, and dependence-producing substance. • It is water soluble and fat soluble. It has no trouble in passing through organs and cells in the body fast. • Alcohol is a depressant, which means it slows functioning of the central nervous system. • It is classified as a Group 1 Carcinogen by the International Agency for Research ...

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Breadfruit The Highly Beneficial Magical Fruit Source : island Breadfruit is a versatile fruit that belongs to the mulberry and jackfruit botanical family. They grow across tropical regions and the Pacific Islands, Caribbean, and Southeast Asia. Because of their availability, they are part of a staple diet in these locations. The common areas include Indonesia, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, and Southern India. In addition, due to its nutritional profile, breadfruit is full of health benefits. For example, it is rich in vitamin C and thiamine. It also contains a high amount of dietary fibre. The name breadfruit comes from the apparent association with bread. People cook the semi-ripe food, and the texture resembles that of bread with a hint of potato-like flavour. The roasted seeds taste like chestnuts, and you can eat them boiled or baked or ground into flour. Breadfruit brings various health benefits to you. For example, it has ...

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Health benefits of Coffee and Tea compared – By Dr Harold Gunatillake   Written by Dr Harold Gunatillake OAM -Health writer Drinking Tea or coffee as a beverage is a personal choice, but health benefits favor coffee. Both beverages have caffeine. Tea leaves have more caffeine than coffee beans before they are brewed, but the caffeine in tea is extracted more during brewing within ten seconds and further diluted more when adding hot water. Also, most of the caffeine is left behind with the tea leaves at the base of your cup. For these reasons, brewed tea you enjoy has less caffeine than brewed coffee. Both tea and coffee in excess can increase anxiety, rapid heart rate, high blood pressure, insomnia, restlessness and nausea in hypersensitive people. Tea and coffee have protective antioxidants to neutralise free radicals in your body; coffee is a better source of antioxidants. Tea has catechins ...

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