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Anoda Fruit: A Sweet Tropical Delight-by Kalani-eLanka The Anoda fruit, also known as Custard Apple or Annona reticulata, is a tropical fruit native to the Americas, particularly the West Indies and parts of Central and South America. It belongs to the Annonaceae family and is widely grown in tropical regions worldwide, including parts of South Asia, the Caribbean, and Africa. Its unique flavor, creamy texture, and numerous health benefits make it a popular choice among fruit lovers. The Anoda fruit has a heart-shaped or oval appearance with a thin, rough skin that can be green, yellow, or reddish-brown when ripe. The flesh inside is soft, creamy, and white with a sweet, custard-like flavor. It contains several black, shiny seeds embedded in the pulp, which are inedible. The fruit typically grows on small deciduous trees, reaching heights of up to 10 meters. These trees thrive in tropical and subtropical climates with ...

Sep 17, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Kalani Prabodha Tagged Annona reticulata, Anoda fruit, Cardiovascular function, Custard Apple, Digestive health, Fruit cultivation, healthy diet, Heart Health, Tropical climate, Vitamin C

“Meet Your Human Microbiota: The Unsung Heroes Inside You” A new frontier in health – By Dr Harold Gunatillake “Hello, everyone! Today, we’re going on an incredible journey inside our bodies to meet some of the most important yet often overlooked inhabitants—the microbiota in our large gut.” Before we discuss microbiota, I must explain the difference between microbiome and microbiota. The microbiome refers to collecting genomes, which means the complete set of DNA (genetic material) in an organism from all the microorganisms in the environment. Microbiota, conversely, usually relates to microorganisms found within a specific environment, which is the gut in the present talk. However, microbiota can refer to all organisms found in an environment, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. So, what is Microbiota? “Imagine a bustling city with trillions of residents; this is what our large gut looks like under a microscope. The microbiota consists of bacteria, viruses, ...

Apr 9, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged chronic diseases, Digestive health, Dr. Harold Gunatillake, Fermented Foods, Fiber-rich foods, Gut health tips, gut microbiota, healthy diet, Immune system, microbiome, Prebiotics, Probiotics

Health & Views Aug 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 website ...

Aug 24, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged Bad Habits That Are Thinning Your Hair, Best Supplements to Lower Your Blood Pressure, Depression, Dr. Harold Gunatillake, Health & Views, healthy diet, Summer Cheese Recipes, Vitamin D Test At Home

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