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“Why do I think that beer is beneficial for health?” – By Dr Harold Gunatillake Website: www.Doctorharold.com Although it is commonly believed that alcohol consumption should be avoided for health reasons, data shows that there is not a significant difference in life expectancy between countries with high alcohol intake and those with low consumption. The Czech Republic remains the leader in per capita beer drinking for the 29th year. In 2021, the average Czech drank more than 184 litres of beer. The life expectancy for Czechia in 2023 was 79.85 years, a 0.18% increase from 2022. If your family doctor is a teetotaler, he will advise you to stay away from alcohol entirely. However, if your doctor enjoys a drink, he may suggest you consume it in moderation. This story is about the conflicting reports that arise in the media from time to time about whether alcoholic beverages are beneficial ...

Jan 22, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged alcoholic drinks, Beer, cholesterol levels, Health Risks, Heart disease, high blood pressure, liver disease, Sri Lankan population., Stroke, Vitamin B12

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. ...

Aug 3, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged Beef, Calcium, cardiovascular diseases, Chicken, diabetes, Dr. Harold Gunatillake, Health, iron, liver disease, pork, protein, Vitamin B12, Vitamin D, zinc

Fatty Liver Disease – By Dr harold Gunatillake Website: www.Doctorharold.com About 1 in 4 adults has an often-missed liver disorder linked to higher heart disease risk. American Heart Association Scientific Statement The liver plays an important role in the body. Although it primarily takes care of itself, a person can help maintain liver health by consuming certain foods and drinks. The body stores fat for energy and insulation in many areas, including the liver. If the fat content in the liver is too high, it may be a sign of fatty liver disease. Dietary changes are the first-line treatment for this condition. Fatty liver disease is a common condition caused by storing extra fat in the liver, often related to obesity and insulin resistance, which can lead to inflammation and scarring of the liver tissue. Most people have no symptoms, and it doesn’t cause severe problems for them. In some ...

Mar 29, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged Avocados, Bananas, barley, beets & beet juice, Best foods for liver health, Broccoli, brown rice, carrots, coffee, Fatty fish, fibre, figs, Garlic, Greens, liver disease, liver health, non-alcoholic liver disease, Plant foods

Why do doctors do Liver Function Tests?- By Dr harold Gunatillake Liver function tests are blood tests used to help diagnose and monitor liver disease or damage. The tests measure the levels of certain enzymes and proteins in your blood produced in your liver. Most diseases start due to damaged livers, and one could assess the damage through liver enzyme studies. The four warning signs of a damaged liver are: yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes (jaundice), swelling in the legs, ankles and feet caused by a build-up of fluid (oedema) swelling in your abdomen caused by a build-up of fluid known as ascites. A high temperature and shivering attacks. So, your doctor will request a group of blood tests that provide information about the state of your liver. These tests include prothrombin time, activated partial thromboplastin time, albumin, bilirubin, and others, to assess the functions of ...

Feb 8, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged damaged livers, Liver, liver disease, Liver function tests . blood