Health & Views Health newsletter for Sri Lankans and others, globally

October

2019

1st issue

Red meat and sausages may

not cause cancer after all,

report finds A controversial study plays down the risk of heart disease

and cancer from eating red meat, infuriating global health

professionals.

'I'm Fairly Certain I'm

Schizophrenic'

Low Vitamin D Levels,

Shorter Life?

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Can Prediabetes be reversed. Enjoy the video

What If Earth's Magnetic Field Disappeared?

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Presidential Election 2019

A note to the editor from Hon. Professor

Rajiva Wijesinha- State Minister- Higher

education

As you may have seen, I shall be a

candidate at the forthcoming Presidential

election. The main purpose is to draw

attention to my draft for a new

Constitution, designed to fulfil the broken

promises in the 2015 Sirisena manifesto,

and to promote better governance that is

more responsive to people’s needs.

I shall be putting up extracts each day on my

Facebook page, and tweeting them. I shall be

grateful if, with regard to any points you agree

with, you could also circulate them through social

media yourself and encourage like-minded friends

to do so. Any translations of basic points into

Sinhala and Tamil would also be welcome.

I shall not be campaigning, though I do hope those

of you who agree with my ideas will give me a first

preference. Doing this will not harm the chances

of any candidate whom you strongly favour and

may help to persuade him to look more closely at

these proposals. I would however urge you to use

your second preference. Even if you do not feel

strongly in favour of anyone, it is important that

your vote by counted, so make sure it transfers if

you do vote for me.

Passionate speech at the UN by Pakistan PM Imran Khan

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=uyaQgnQCQ5k

Pressure ramps up

to pull CO2 from

the sky with

geoengineering

tech Experts say humanity has only 10

years to have large-scale carbon

dioxide reduction schemes up and

running if global warming is to be

restrained to 1.5 degrees Celsius.

Here are some of the schemes that

are being explored.

Farewell Dinner accorded to Hon.

Lal Wijetunge- Consul General

Share and enjoy the yu.tube.

Dental and Optical Clinic in

Badulla Clinic

We applaud and thank VACD Sri Lanka

Board’s dynamic Director Deshamanya

Kumarawansa - Coordinator Badulla

Zone & Director-in-charge of VACD

Badulla for his untiring efforts in organizing

a clinic through the local Lion’s Club, at

which all registered VACD children from the

Bandarawela and the Badulla centres

received free optical and dental attention at

the Dora Jeanne Centre for Children with

Disabilities in Badulla. Our sincere thanks

also go out to the medical specialists for

their invaluable pro bono services,

members of Lion’s Club of Badulla and all

those who assisted in this program.

Felix Stephen Chairman of the Board of Directors - VACD Ltd. Sydney – Australia - http://www.vacd.org.au/ Member of the Advisory Board – VACD USA – http://www.vacdusa.org/ Member of the Advisory Board – VACD Sri Lanka Senior Associate – Cognoscenti Group – Sydney – Australia- http://www.cognoscenti.global/ Consultant - Investment Committee - Lonsec - Sydney – Australia - https://www.lonsec.com.au/ Member of Investment Committee - Arrive Wealth Management - Brisbane – Australia - http://brisbane.arrivewealthmanagement.com.au/ Consultant - Global Financial Market Investment Research & Investment Strategy

E-mail: felixswstephen@gmail.com / fstephen@bigpond.net.au

Do rising

obesity levels

explain

cardiovascular

mortality

trends?

Many countries

worldwide are

losing the

progress they had

made in lowering

mortality rates

related to

cardiovascular

events. Why is

this happening?

More than 1 in 10 elderly in US are binge drinkers

Excessive alcohol consumption is not safe for a person at

any age, but it is particularly dangerous for older adults.

“Binge drinking, even episodically, may negatively affect

other health conditions by exacerbating disease,

interacting with prescribed medications and complicating

disease management,” said a study.

To live a healthy

life, it is crucial to make

some changes to your

lifestyle. Here are some

tips which can help you to

lead that kind of life.

SLIDESHOW

The Stages of

Menopause

Menopause can be seen

as a positive beginning of

a new phase of life, with

opportunities to take

preventive action against

health risks. Read more...

Cannabis and

Depression: Is Marijuana

An Effective

Antidepressant? 1 out of

every 8 Americans are

regularly taking

antidepressants but

these often come with

unpleasant side-effects.

So is cannabis a more

natural alternative? We

investigate.

Weight Loss

Surgery:

What You

Should

Know

If you're eligible, it

could help you get to

a healthy weight and

meet your blood sugar

goals.

Read More

6 New High-

Tech

Diabetes

Tools

Here are just a few

of the gadgets that

are making life

easier for people

with type 1 and type

2 diabetes.

Read More

The Truth About

Exercise and

Aging

Despite the aches and pains

of aging, most older folks --

especially those with diabetes

-- still benefit from exercise.

Read More

Is this red wine compound the future of depression treatment? By Tim Newman Fact checked by Isabel Godfrey Resveratrol, a compound that occurs naturally in red wine, has intrigued researchers for decades. A recent study in mice investigates how doctors might be able to use this chemical to reduce depression and anxiety.

Could a red wine compound be useful in the treatment

of depression?

In the United States and further afield, anxiety and depression are substantial challenges. About 1 in 5 adults in the United States have experienced an anxiety disorder in the past year. In addition, an estimated 7.1% of adults experienced a major depressive episode in 2017. Some people who have anxiety or depression may benefit from medications, but they do not work for everyone. As the authors of the current study write, "only one-third of individuals with

depression or anxiety show full remission in response to these medications."

For this reason, researchers are

keen to find new drugs to treat

depression and anxiety.

Is this red wine compound the future of depression

treatment?

Photo: Pixabay

Learn about science on

apples and health, and

ways to store and serve

them. Read more

Get Checked for Cervical

Cancer

Pap Smears Are Critical

for Detection

With regular Pap smears, cervical cancer (pictured) is easy to prevent. The cervix is a narrow passageway between the uterus (where a baby grows) and the vagina (the birth canal). Pap smears find abnormal cells on the cervix, which can be removed before they ever turn into cancer. The main cause of cervical cancer is the human papillomavirus (HPV), a type of STD. Medicine.net

Fragile Bones and

Health Problems

Osteoporosis causes weak, fragile bones that are prone to fractures. The condition is more common as women age and lose bone mass. Sometimes, the first symptom of osteoporosis may be a bone break after a relatively minor fall or blow. At least half of all bone breaks in women over the age of 50 in the US are due to osteoporosis. Approximately 25% of bone breaks in men over the age of 50 are due to the condition. Women over the age of 50 should discuss having a bone mineral density test with their doctor. Those age 65 or older should have the test at least once.

What can you do to avoid Alzheimer’s disease?

Side Effects of

Metformin

It’s often prescribed as a first

step in treating diabetes. Find

out how to avoid or lessen

side effects.

Read More

Nishan Duraiappah sworn in as new chief of Peel Regional Police

Nishan seen with Agnes Thambynayagam-Historian &

author

Duraiappah, sworn in Tuesday as Peel Regional Police’s seventh chief at a ceremony, said the moment “marks a new page” in the organization’s history. The former Halton Regional Police deputy chief brings

a wealth of experience to the role and succeeds interim chief Chris McCord — who will be retiring effective Wednesday. Duraiappah is also the first person of colour to hold the office since Peel Regional Police formed in 1974. “This moment is about celebrating this organization, Peel Regional Police, and this community,” Duraiappah told reporters. “It marks a new page in the history of the organization.” “While we’re here, there are officers out responding to emergency calls, and it’s my privilege to be the person to lead this remarkable team looking after 1.4 million people and 3,000 officers,” he added. Duraiappah was born in Sri Lanka and immigrated to Canada. In December 1995, he began his policing career with Halton Regional Police. He worked as a constable for many years in the uniform patrol unit, drug and morality unit, guns and gangs unit, and with the RCMP Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit, among others. Most recently, Duraiappah served as the operations commander for Milton and Halton Hills, the commander of the office of continuous improvement and strategic management, and was the Halton chief’s executive officer. In fall 2015, he was promoted to deputy chief and lead district operations for all four municipalities in Halton Region.

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Cholesterol Drugs for People 75 and Older When you need them—and when you don’t Adults age 75 and older may not need statins. Many older adults have high cholesterol. Their doctors usually prescribe statins to prevent heart disease. But for older people, there is no clear evidence that high cholesterol leads to heart disease or death. In fact, some studies show the opposite—that older people with the lowest cholesterol levels actually have the highest risk of death. Statins have risks. Compared to younger adults, older adults are more likely to suffer serious side effects from using statins. Statins can cause muscle problems, such as aches, pains, or weakness. Rarely, there can be a severe form of muscle breakdown. In older adults, statins can also cause:

▪ Falls ▪ Memory loss and confusion ▪ Nausea, constipation, or diarrhea.

Often, older adults take many drugs. These can interact with statins and lead to serious problems. Side effects, like muscle pain, may increase. Statins can also cause a fatal reaction when taken with heart-rhythm drugs. Statins may increase the risk of type-2 diabetes and cataracts, as well as damage to the liver, kidneys, and nerves. Weigh the risks and benefits. You and your doctor should look carefully at the risks and benefits of statins, especially if you are older and do not have heart disease. Older people may not live long enough to get the important benefits from statins. You and your family should speak with your doctor about your health concerns. Are you more concerned about preventing a heart attack that might never happen? Or do you want to avoid side effects that can lead to frailty, injury, and memory problems? Choosing wisely.org

14 Reasons for Memory Loss

Forget your keys? That might be

absentmindedness. Forget what you did

this morning? That might be a more

serious memory problem. See what can

cause memory loss and what you can do

about it.

Read More

Best Foods

for Strong

Bones

See which foods are

richest in the nutrients

you need to build

healthy bones and

reduce your risk for

osteoporosis.

Read More

Night Sweats

May Be a Sign

of These

Conditions

If you regularly wake up

drenched in

perspiration, see what

may be causing it and

what you can do to put

an end to soggy sheets.

Read More

ACT legalises

personal cannabis

use but warns

smokers they're not

safe from federal laws

Experts warn that unless

significant and coordinated

changes are made to limit global

warming, the world's oceans and

frozen areas will undergo

unprecedented changes that will

be devastating to human life.

'This report is a wake-

up call': UN panel

issues climate change

warning

Imagine your brain melting

like plastic — that's what

chroming does to it

Health professionals who say they have

seen an increase in the number of "very

young children" under the influence of

solvents and inhalants warn the

consequences of their actions are

irreversible.

In Australia

There is a decline in heart disease mortality observed for more than 50 years in Australia,

Meanwhile, cancers accounted for more than 30 per cent of all deaths in 2018, with lung cancer remaining the leading cause of cancer deaths for both men and women.

Prostate cancer and breast cancer were the sixth ranked cause for men and women, accounting for 3,264 and 2,999 deaths respectively.

Heart disease revealed as leading cause of death in Australia in 2018

Butter for Burns: Top Wound Care Myths Debunked

Three cups of coffee a day may increase migraine risk: Study Afflicting more than 1

billion adults, migraine

is the 3rd most

prevalent illness in the

world. Among patients

who experience

episodic migraine, 1 to

2 servings of coffee

were not associated

with headaches on that

day. However, three or

more servings may be

associated with higher

odds of migraine

headache occurrence

on that day or the

following day.

How Water Weight Affects Weight Loss

9 Reasons To Never Drink (Diet) Soda Ever Again

With more attention placed on the negative effects of regular

sodas, many still believe that diet soda is a healthier choice. But

is this true? Keep reading...

Is the Keto Diet Bad for You? Downsides of a Ketogenic Diet | Shape

Could Living Near Fast Food Lead to a Heart

Attack?

If you live in a neighborhood where fast-

food restaurants abound, you might be

more likely to have a heart attack, new

research suggests.

Read More

Study:

Exercise

Speeds

Stroke

Recovery

Aerobic exercise

significantly improves

stroke survivors'

endurance and

walking ability,

researchers say.

Read More

Leafy

Greens You

Should

Know

What's so great about

leafy greens? They're

superfoods at their

finest, rich in all kinds

of vitamins and

minerals.

Read More

Health

Benefits

of

Eggplant

How to Keep Your

Gallbladder Healthy

You may not think often about your

gallbladder until pain reminds you to pay

attention. Here's what to do to keep it

running smoothly -- and avoid

gallstones.

Read More

Worst Foods for Your

Heart

A diet high in salt, sugar, saturated

fat, and refined carbs raises your risk

for a heart attack or stroke. See which

foods are the worst offenders.

Read More

Why Is There

Blood in Your

Urine?

Usually, the cause isn't

serious. But sometimes it

could be a symptom of a

bigger problem.

Read More

11 Health Benefits Of Honey Lemon Water

Lemon is a powerhouse of vital nutrients and antioxidants that are essential for restoring health and rejuvenating your body. The benefits of lemon multiply when it is consumed with lukewarm

water and honey. So why not start your day by drinking a glass of fresh honey lemon water every day?...

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hackers are using to

catch their victims Read

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What is the difference between veganism and vegetarianism? Last reviewed Fri 14 June 2019 By Natalie Butler, RD, LD Vegans and vegetarians choose not to eat meat. However, veganism is stricter and also prohibits dairy, eggs, honey, and any other items that derive from animal products, such as leather and silk. Both veganism and vegetarianism are growing in popularity. However, some people may find the differences between these two diets a little confusing, particularly as there are several variations of vegetarianism. In this article, we explore the similarities and differences between veganism and vegetarianism. We also discuss health benefits, which diet is more healthful, which is better for weight loss, and risks and considerations. Read more What is the difference between veganism

and vegetarianism?

How to Keep Your House Cool Without Air Conditioning

Alzheimer's Disease: Brain

Changes, Symptoms and

Treatment By Cari Nierenberg, Live Science Contributo Alzheimer's disease is a progressive brain disorder that causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior in older adults. The disorder affects an estimated 5.7 million Americans, and is the fifth-leading cause of death in people ages 65 and older, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Alzheimer's disease is often used as a synonym for dementia, which is a devastating loss of memory and cognitive function in older people, said Dr. Brad Hyman, a neurologist and director of the Massachusetts Disease Research Center at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. Dementia is an umbrella term for impaired memory thinking skills, and Alzheimer's is a specific form of dementia. Alzheimer's disease is responsible for 50-70% of all dementia cases, according to Alzheimers.net. The first case of Alzheimer's was described in 1906 by Dr. Alois Alzheimer, a German neurologist. Alzheimer identified two of the disease's key physical traits when he examined a woman's brain tissue under a microscope after her death: He found abnormal protein clumps (now known as amyloid plaques) and tangled bundles of nerve fibers (now called neurofibrillary, or tau, tangles). [6 Big Mysteries of Alzheimer's Disease] Alzheimer's disease, the most common form of dementia, causes memory and thinking problems, as well as behavioral changes in older adults. Read More

20 Foods That Can Save Your Heart

These cooking tips and our go-to list of foods can help control your

blood pressure, lower cholesterol, and more.

Read More

Could a Drink a Day Be Good if You Have Diabetes?

The DASH Diet -- for

Diabetes?

It was designed to help lower cholesterol and blood

pressure, but this eating plan may also help you control

blood sugar.

Read More

8 Ways to Beat Carb

Cravings

Knowing why your body gives you

those signals can help you choose the

best remedy.

Read More

Breast milk is said to make your child healthier and smarter, leading

women who are unable to breastfeed to feel immense shame. But do all the claims about its benefits add up? Emily Oster crunches the data in this long read. One of the much-touted breast is best claims is that breastfed children have higher IQs. Oster debunks this claim but supports the contention that breastfeeding does help sooth babies’ tummies in the first year, results in lower rashes for infants and is especially important for pre-term babies. Protection against obesity though? Not so. “Many of the benefits women hear about are speculative, or do not show up in the best data. It can feel as if policy is centred around the idea that, if women just believe this is important enough, it will magically work for them. But many women don’t need the promotion, they need support. They need help figuring out how to get breastfeeding to work, they need help managing supply, they need help with cracked and bleeding nipples. When women return to work, they need help with pumping logistics and support.”

The Guardian

Top 4 reasons why you're not sleeping through the night

The world looks sunny after a great night's

rest. But it's a different story when sleep is

frequently interrupted. A lack of Zs makes it

harder to think and easier to become irritated

and anxious. In the long term, inadequate

sleep increases your risk for obesity, high

blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, and

even premature death. That makes it

important to figure out what's interrupting

your sleep.

Additional News from Harvard Health Publishing

Heart attacks: Less frequent and less deadly than 20 years ago

When depression starts in the neck

Broader social interaction keeps older adults

more active

What Happens When You

Give Up Caffeine

Caffeine does more than just perk you up.

See what happens when you stop taking it

-- to your sleep, yes, but also your skin,

your teeth, and even your blood pressure.

Read More

Low Blood Pressure

Warning Signs

Unlike high blood pressure, doctors usually don't

use a standard set of numbers to figure out if

you're ill. But certain symptoms may mean

there's a problem.

Read More

5 Brown-Bag Lunch Ideas From Around the

World

READ MORE

What's Causing Your Erectile

Dysfunction?

You don't have to give up your sex life due to ED. See

the emotional, mental, and physical issues that could

be behind it.

Read More

Probiotics • Author: Betty Kovacs Harbolic, MS, RD

The idea that bacteria are beneficial can be tough to understand. We take antibiotics to kill harmful bacterial infections and use antibacterial soaps and lotions more than ever. The wrong bacteria in the wrong place can cause problems, but the right bacteria in the right place can have benefits. This is where probioticscome in. Probiotics are live microorganisms that may be able to help prevent and treat some illnesses. Promoting a healthy digestive tract and a healthy immune system are their most widely studied benefits at this time. These are also commonly known as friendly, good, or healthy bacteria. Probiotics can be supplied through foods, beverages, and dietary supplements. The root of the word probiotic comes from the Greek word pro, meaning "promoting," and biotic, meaning "life." The discovery of probiotics came about in the early 20th century, when Elie Metchnikoff, known as the "father of probiotics," had observed that rural dwellers in Bulgaria lived to very old ages despite extreme poverty and harsh climate. He theorized that health could be enhanced and senility delayed by manipulating the intestinal microbiome with host-friendly bacteria found in sour milk. Since then, research has continued to support his findings along with suggesting even more benefits. Learn more about probiotics risks and side effects

Multiple Sclerosis: Symptoms, Management & New Research June 14, 2019 | Reference Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a potentially incapacitating disease that poses unpredictable challenges, but does not signal a shorter lifespan. Read More

Humans Are Growing Weird, Bone Spikes on Their Skulls. Smartphones May Be the Culprit. June 14, 2019 | Article The hours we spend scrolling through our smartphones appear to be changing our skulls. This may be the reason why some people — especially the younger crowd — are developing a weird, bony spike just above their necks. Read More

What Should You Do If You're Bitten by a Venomous Snake? Above all, remain calm. Read More

Diabetes-Friendly

Meals in Minutes

With these recipes, you can eat well

even on your busiest days.

Read More

9 Reasons To Include Chickpeas In Your Diet

Chickpeas or garbanzo beans – also known as “that thing in hummus” – originated in the Middle East. Popular for their weight loss

properties, chickpeas travelled to the rest of the world to become a prominent part of our everyday

diet. Whether it’s in a salad or a dip, the nutty flavor of chickpeas can be a treat...

Scientists Develop New Laser That Can Find and Destroy Cancer Cells in the Blood Cancer cells can spread to other parts of the body through the blood . And now, researchers have developed a new kind of laser that can find and zap those tumor cells from the outside of the skin. Though it may still be a ways away from becoming a commercial diagnostic tool, the laser is up to 1,000 times more sensitive than current methods used to detect tumor cells in blood, the researchers reported June 12 in the journal Science Translational Medicine. To test for cancer spread, doctors typically take blood samples, but often the tests fail to find tumor cells even if they are present in a single sample, especially if the patient has an early form of cancer, said senior author Vladimir Zharov, director of the nanomedicine center at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. If the tests do come back positive, that typically means there's a high concentration of circulating tumor cells in the blood; at that point, the cancer has likely spread widely to other organs and it's often "too late to effectively treat patients," Zharov added. [Top 10 Cancer-Fighting Foods] Years ago, Zharov and his team came up with the idea of an alternate, noninvasive method to test larger quantities of blood with a greater sensitivity. Taking the familiar route, they tested it in the lab, then on animals and recently brought it to clinical trials in humans. The new technology, dubbed the Cytophone, uses pulses of laser light on the outside of the skin to heat up cells in the blood. But the laser only heats up melanoma cells — not healthy cells — because these cells carry a dark pigment called melanin, which absorbs the light. The Cytophone then uses an ultrasound technique to detect the teensy, tiny waves emitted by this heating effect. This technology can screen the blood from above the skin. Read More

How Long Can Humans

Live? Humans are living longer around the world. While there have been obvious ups and downs, life expectancy at birth overall has been steadily increasing for many years. It has more than doubled in the last two centuries. This increase was previously driven by reductions in infant mortality. But since around the 1950s, the main driver has been reductions in mortality at older ages. In Sweden, for example, where national population data have been collected since the mid-16th century and are of a very high quality, the maximum lifespan has been increasing for almost 150 years. Increasing lifespans have been observed in many other countries, including in Western Europe, North America and Japan.

This has contributed to a rapid increase in the number of very old people – those living up to 100, 110 or even more. The first verified supercentenarian (aged 110 and above) was Geert Adrians-Boomgaard, who died in 1899 aged 110 years, four months. His record has been broken by others since. The first verified female supercentenarian, Margaret Ann Neve, died in 1903 aged 110 years, ten months and held the record for almost 23 years. Delina Filkins passed away in 1928 aged 113 years, seven months. She kept the record for just over 52 years.

How Long Can Humans Live? June 09, 2019 | Article Humans are living longer around the world. While there have been obvious ups and downs, life expectancy at birth overall has been steadily increasing for many years Read More

Are We Really Running Out of

Time to Stop Climate Change?

Tips for Living With Diabetes

White Meat Can Raise Cholesterol As Much As Red Meat, New Study Shows June 05, 2019 | Article White meat, such as chicken, may raise blood cholesterol levels as much as red meat does, a new, small study details. Read More

Diabetes-Friendly Meals

in Minutes

With these recipes, you can eat well

even on your busiest days.

Read More

Side Effects Of Hair Dye: The Truth Behind The False Colors

With the cosmetic industry coming in the line of fire every now and then

for the possible harmful effects of chemicals used in cosmetic products, you may also want to know how safe

your hair dye is. Whether you to cover your grays or add highlights,

lowlights, go lighter or darker, it’s essential to know what your “hair color” or

“hair dye”...

How Diabetes Can Affect Your Feet

Two conditions called diabetic

neuropathy and peripheral vascular

disease can damage the feet (and

other areas of the body) in people

who have diabetes.

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Improve Diabetes

Nerve Pain With

Exercise

Do you experience nerve

pain or peripheral

neuropathy? Learn these

tips and exercises to

prevent diabetes nerve

damage. Read more...

Blood Pressure Med Fights Alzheimer's

Blood pressure med

improves blood flow to a

key brain region in

Alzheimer's patients.

READ MORE

Hemp Pesto Recipe An otherwise traditional pesto recipe gains nutty flavor and incredible health benefits from the addition of toasted hemp seeds.

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Low fruit and vegetable intake may account for millions of deaths

New research estimates that an insufficient intake of fruits and vegetables is

likely to be behind millions of cardiovascular deaths worldwide.

The Medicinal Uses of CBD Oil

The Vital Importance of Healthy Gut Bacteria

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Dr Gunatillake-Health editor is a member of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore. Member of the Australian Association of Cosmetic Surgery. Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (UK), Corresponding Fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, Member of the International Societies of Cosmetic surgery, Fellow of the International College of Surgery (US), Australian diplomat for the International Society of Plastic, Aesthetic & Reconstructive Surgery, Board member of the International Society of Aesthetic Surgery, Member of the American Academy of Aesthetic & Restorative Surgery, Life Member of the College of Surgeons, Sri Lanka, Batchelor of Medicine & Surgery (Cey). Government scholar to UK for higher studies and training.

Foods with similar

nutrition content

affect the gut

differently Researchers came up with an

innovative approach for

comparing foods with similar

nutritional labels and found that

they affect gut bacteria

differently

Rheumatoid factor:

What to know Rheumatoid factor is an immune

system protein. Doctors can

measure its levels using a blood

test to help diagnose

autoimmune conditions,

including rheumatoid arthritis.

Here, we explain the test, normal

rheumatoid factor ranges, and

what the results mean.

Is decaf coffee harmful to health?

Decaffeinated coffee, or decaf, is similar to regular coffee but

contains very little caffeine. Research suggests that drinking

decaf is not harmful and may share some of the health

benefits of regular coffee. Learn more here.

How to Prevent Diabetes

Naturally

Ashwagandha For Liver Health And

Detox: 5 Proven Benefits

Any disease or injury to the liver affects the body functions directly. If not treated on time, a liver problem may lead to the

formation of scar tissues, which can affect liver functioning and result in fibrosis. If the fibrosis

is mild, the liver can function and heal on its own...