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Health & Views Health Newsletter for the Sri Lankans & others, globally
February 2020 3rd issue
Surprising Causes of Lung Damage
Think avoiding tobacco products is all you need to do to protect your lungs? Carpets, hot tubs, flour, and these other things can all cause harm.
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12 Vitamins You Need as You Age
You probably already know that calcium can help prevent osteoporosis, but do you know why aging bodies need Vitamin B12, magnesium, and zinc?
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Simple Ways to Lower Your Risk of Breast Cancer What you eat, drink, and do can all raise your risk.
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Doctors and climate change: embrace science and complexity
WHILE I was writing my previous article on disasters at a global scale, I wondered what…
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8 Walking Mistakes
to Avoid if You Want to Lose Weight
A consistent walking routine can be an
excellent way to get rid of excess belly fat and tone your body. But if
you’ve reached a weight-loss plateau, don’t worry. From
simply strolling leisurely to omitting
strength training, these common walking
mistakes can easily be fixed to help you reach your weight-loss goals:
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Coronavirus 'can spread before symptoms show' 'This is worse than we anticipated' Read more on 9News
The Keto Guide to
Fruit: Which to Eat or
Avoid
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What Causes Osteoporosis? Get the facts on osteoporosis. Learn about causes, signs, symptoms, treatments, risk factors, and prevention of bone loss. Read more...
Major hiccup bombshell royal exit has caused for Sussexes Plans Meghan has 'abandoned' Read more on 9Honey
Yale studies suggest new path for reversing type-2 diabetes and liver fibrosis Yale University
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WHO names novel coronavirus COVID-19
• The World Health Organization (WHO) today officially named the coronavirus disease COVID-19. This will replace its provisional designation, 2019-nCoV. The name, which avoids finger-pointing at any particular place or people, simply indicates a coronavirus disease that arose in 2019. (STAT | 3 min read)
• The number of people in China who have been killed by COVID-19 is now more than 1,000, the nation’s health authorities report. Worldwide, more than 43,000 people have been infected. (Nature | continuously updated)
• Vaccines usually take years to develop (if they can be created at all). Technological innovations and a streamlined development process could cut that time to months for COVID-19. Even at that rate, it would be too late to fight the current outbreak, but a vaccine could be essential if the virus becomes established. (The Economist)
• The outbreak has put WHO director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus in “a near-impossible situation”: how to control a fast-moving epidemic without stepping on China’s toes. (Science | 13 min read)
• Are you a researcher who has been affected in some way by COVID-19? We’d like to hear from you to inform our news coverage. Please take our short survey.
Nature briefing
What Happens to Fitness as We Age?
We can't help getting older, but we can age successfully. The more active, healthy, and fit you are now, the better you will feel as you get older.
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Alzheimer's Symptoms to Look Out For
Learn to spot these seven stages and symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. Find out what to expect from the different... Read more...
Could Sleep be the Secret to a Happier Relationship?
Chocolate Pavlovas For Two
The Love Hormone Could Help You Lose Weight, According to Science
The Best Way to Lose Weight as a Couple, According to Science
What Can Probiotics Do for You?
These little organisms aren't just good for your gut. See how they may help you and which foods have the most.
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This is Life, it’s all about I had a great day with my husband Michael on my Birthday!. My sisters, brother and Michael’s sisters called me from London, Rome, France, Ridgefield and Boston. Our children and grandchildren called me from New York and Seattle. My cousins called me from Canada. Our daughter sent beautiful Roses and our son and daughter in law sent a beautiful glass tea mug. Our grandchildren sent their drawings and heart shaped books specially made by them for me. I’m wearing the dress that Michael gifted me. The dress matched with the glass mug that our daughter in law and son sent me. Michael also gifted me a nice leather handbag that is great to use when traveling. You can see everything from photos below. Michael took the pictures.
Agnes Thambynayagam
Sugar Land, Texas
Our New Consul General (Sydney) and family
Mr. Nimal Bandara, with Her Excellency The Honourable Margaret Beazley AO QC , Governor of the New South Wales on 4th February 2020 during independence day reception at Sydney University. — with Monika Dilani Bandara, Margaret Beazley, Denuwan Bandara and Rivindu Bandara.
Everything you need to know about coronavirus Here's a rundown of all the facts about coronavirus, and how you can make sure you're protected.
New Study Unravels Cancer's Secrets
New genetic data on different cancers opens up fresh avenues of cancer treatment.
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Why Blood Sugar Levels Spike in the Morning
Is your blood sugar a tick higher in the morning? Here's why you may be seeing larger numbers first thing.
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Industrial greenhouse gas emissions in Australia have risen 60% in the past 15 years, putting the country on a path that, if it continues, will lead to it missing the target set at the Paris climate conference
When Does Worry Become a Disorder?
Some people feel tense day after day, even with little to worry about. Is that normal?
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Foods That Boost Your Energy
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Cocktails
What's in It Anytime you drink alcohol, you’re drinking the byproduct of sugar. Alcohol is made from fermented sugars. Some drinks still have sugar after the fermentation process ends, and others have sugar added later. Some alcoholic beverages are sweeter than others, though. Just a little over 2 ounces of TGI Friday’s Mudslide Mix has a whopping 5.5 teaspoons of sugar! You can expect similar levels in other sweet cocktail mixers. What's Better What's Better Standard domestic beer has little or no sugar. Most hard alcohol, including tequila, brandy, and whiskey, don’t have any added sugar. Wine is a little more complicated and varies from type to type. Even so, it’s hard to find a wine that comes anywhere near the sugar content in a standard cocktail. Of course the best option for your health is to cut alcohol out entirely—every calorie from an alcoholic beverage is an empty calorie.
Is Extra Sugar Hiding In Your Food? Is sugar always bad? Not necessarily. Many healthy foods contain naturally-occurring sugar, including fruits, some vegetables, milk, and whole-grain foods.
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Is It Normal Aging or Alzheimer's?
We all forget things sometimes, especially when life gets busy. You may start to notice this happening more often as you get older. Mild memory loss can be a normal part of aging.
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SLIDESHOW
16 Bad Habits That Cause Joint Pain
Some bad habits increase inflammation and put you at risk of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Read more...
SLIDESHOW
Vitamins You Need as You Age
Your body needs more of certain vitamins and minerals as you hit your 40s. Find out which ones will benefit you -- and which won't. Read more...
17 Things You Need to Know About Your Tap Water
Experts reveal the dangerous contaminants that could be hiding in your tap water—and how to know if your house has a problem.
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7 Silent Blood Clot Symptoms to Watch Out For
Blood clots serve a purpose in wound healing, but they could form without an injury. In that case, they may be harmful and require medical attention.
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6 Ways to Whiten Your Teeth—and 2 "DIY Treatments" to Avoid
Pearly whites are possible, but you don't want to brighten your smile by eroding enamel. Here's what dentists recommend, plus what not to do.
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How our day-to-day food intake shapes our gut microbiota
• 23 OCT 2019 • BY Manon Oliero
Diet is a major modulator of changes in gut microbiota composition, especially at an individual level. Other than diet, however, food metabolism and lifestyle variations (from levels of physical activity to sleep patterns) can all…
The Biotics Family in Early Life – Nutritional components for infant health
• 16 OCT 2019 • BY Megan Mouw
Human milk is the gold standard for infant nutrition, as it contains bioactive compounds that help support the development of the infant gut microbiota and immune system. However, for a variety of reasons, not all…
“A rich diversity of microbes makes your microbiota more resilient.” An interview with Paul Cotter
• 25 SEP 2019 • BY GMFH Editing Team
How do sports impact our gut microbiota? We know that diet affects our overall health. We also know that exercise does the same: It affects our immune system and gut permeability, also has anti-inflammatory effects.…
Akkermansia muciniphila, a bacterium that may help reduce metabolic syndrome The gut microbiota is now believed to be a factor involved in the onset of cardiometabolic disorders such as obesity. In human and rat studies, the commensal* bacterium Akkermansia muciniphila- which is naturally present in…
The unique properties and health benefits of fermented foods
• 11 SEP 2019 • BY Megan Mouw
Kimchi, sauerkraut, and kombucha aren’t just trendy foods that have gained popularity in recent years; they also happen to be products that rely heavily on the activity of microbes for their unique flavor, texture and…
Breast milk and maternal gut microbiota affect antibiotic resistant bacteria in the infant gut The UN recently warned that antibiotic resistance will be the leading cause of death in the world by 2050. As the number of bacteria resistant to antibiotics continues to grow, infections will no longer be…
What Works Best to Help Men With Overactive Bladder?
Cancer Related Fatigue Management
Cancer-related fatigue is one of the most common side effects of cancer and its treatment. Learn how to manage stress... Read more...
Can a baby’s gut bacteria influence childhood health? – A video by AllerGen
• 7 AUG 2019 • BY GMFH Editing Team
In Canada, 3,500 kids and their families are part of the CHILD Cohort Study, which is a large research project that is figuring out how the human microbiome influences allergies, asthma, obesity, and our everyday…
Why Teen Depression Rates Are Rising So Fast for Girls
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Can You 'Catch' Cancer or Obesity from Other People?
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The Surprising Condition That Causes 1 in 5 Deaths
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Alopecia: Causes, symptoms & treatments for hair loss and balding
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Dash Diet: 6 Great Reasons To Adopt This Diet In 2020
Congratulations, Your Almond Milk Obsession
Is Killing The World’s Bees
Why Vegan Diets Are Causing Hidden Hunger Among The
Wealthy
ARTICLE
Are Artificial Sweeteners Safe? What are the different types of artificial sweeteners? Are there any safety concerns? Get the facts on artificial sweeteners . Read more...
11 Low-Sugar Drinks
Discover 11 beverages ideal for people looking to cut down on sugary drinks. Read more...
Meat isn't good for you Northwestern University
What are ultra-processed foods and are they bad for our health? POSTED JANUARY 09, 2020, 10:30 AM Katherine D. McManus, MS, RD, LDN, Contributor
You hear it all the time: the advice to “eat less processed food.” But what is processed food? For that matter, what is minimally processed food or ultra-processed food? And how does processed food affect our health?
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The 30-Minute Workout Routine
Think you don't have time to work out? You do. It's the intensity of your workout that's key. Get moving with this quick 30–minute routine.
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Could Exercise Help Your Sciatica?
Certain habits can trigger a sciatic flare, which affects the longest nerve in your body. See what exercise and perhaps some weight loss can do for you.
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Why You Should Stop Washing Raw Chicken
Yes, it’s slimy when it comes out of the package, but rinsing chicken just spreads bacteria. See which foods you should and shouldn't wash before eating, and how to do so safely.
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Foods That Are Loaded With Salt
It's not always the salt shaker that's the problem. High-sodium bombs can be found in some unexpected places.
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Natural Alternatives to Hormone Replacement
9 Hormone-Balancing Herbs
6 Hormone-Disrupting
Chemicals to Avoid
Women’s Herbal Wisdom
Honey Infusions to Flavor Basic Soda
These Are the Worst Restaurant Meals
Some popular dining-out dishes can provide a whole day's worth of calories. See how many of your favorites are among the worst offenders, and what to order instead.
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Best Veggies to Eat When You're Watching Carbs
Whether you’re counting carbohydrates for diabetes or to lose weight, there’s no need to avoid them entirely. These greens, roots, and beans all offer plenty of other nutrients with their carbs.
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Effervescent Peach Soda
Patients report pacemaker 'electrical storms' as advocates predict device registry failure As more patients come forward with tales of being shocked by medical devices meant to save their lives, one leading consumer advocate says the Government's plan to clean up the industry will not work.
Is the Keto Diet Safe for People With Diabetes?
People who follow this eating plan drastically cut their carb intake to lose weight -- a tactic that may not be healthy for some people with diabetes.
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13 Health Effects of Air Pollution
Indoor and outdoor air pollution can cause a variety of problems, from asthma attacks to lung cancer to premature death. Learn more about how gases and particles in air pollution can affect your health.
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Should You Be Gluten-Free? Facts and Tips
Starting a gluten free diet? Get the facts and tips on what to avoid, what to enjoy... Read more...
The Church of England has declared that sex belongs only within heterosexual marriage, calling on Christians in gay or straight civil partnerships to remain sexually abstinent.
General anesthesia in cesarean deliveries increases odds of postpartum depression by 54% Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health
What's the Secret to Managing Diabetes?
Living well with diabetes involves much more than taking medicine for blood sugar control.
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OBITUARY LAKSHMI DE SILVA
(11 – March 1943- 16- Dec 2019) I was deeply saddened to receive a call from my dear friend Lakshman in Sydney to tell me that his dear wife Lakshmi passed away that day. Although I was aware that she was undergoing treatment for ovarian cancer, I sincerely believed that she would pull through. She deserved to come through unscathed. She was such a lovely person who meant no offence to anyone, always ready to help and to make the lives of others as happy and comfortable as possible . Lakshmi known to all as “Lucky” was a remarkable woman, very endearing in her ways and always ready to be of assistance. I recall with gratitude how she importuned my wife to have mammogram scans done on a regular basis as a precautionary measure to detect early signs of breast cancer. It was extremely unfortunate and a cruel stroke of fate that someone so concerned about the welfare of a friend had to succumb to the dreaded illness herself. Up until she was hospitalised with her final illness, she used to phone my wife Tulsi unfailingly, every week, inquiring about her health and offering words of comfort. When we migrated to Australia in 1984, within a week of our arrival we were invited to dinner by Lakshman and Lucky. Lakshman was my classmate ever since we joined Royal College together in 1946, he from Ladies College (!) and I from Royal Prep School and we have been close friends ever since. Lakshman qualified in medicine and specialised in Virology and served in the UK, and in Sydney from where he retired.. They raised two lovely children Keshani and Suresh both of whom also qualified as doctors and worked in the specialised fields of Pathology, and Radiology respectively. Born in March 1943 to her parents Dr and Mrs MH Saddhasena, her father was Member of Parliament for Ambalangoda for many years, Lucky had her education at Visakha Vidyalaya, Bambalapitiya, Colombo, as a hosteller. At the age of 21 the vivacious Lucky married Lakshman de Silva, and the two of them were a great partnership celebrating their Golden Anniversary in 2014. Lucky and Lakshman made their home in Wollstonecraft where their apartment was the venue for many a lunch and dinner hosted by them. In the early years Lakshman had no qualms about knocking down a beer or a G and T, but in later years he became a teetotaller and a vegetarian as well, but Lucky always ensured that their guests like me who liked a shot or two were kept happy. Lucky was always the gracious hostess. In later years when they moved to a self serviced apartment in Chatswood,they hosted guests either at the Malabar Restaurant in Crow’s Nest or the Peking Restaurant in Chatswood. Lakshman and Lucky joined the Ceylon Society of Australia almost at the very inception over 20 years ago. Lucky together with other close friends like Lena Wijeratne, Nalini Kappagoda, Inez Sourjah, Malini Thirumugam, Srini Peries Imelda de Sayrah, and my wife Tulsi were an informal group who helped in ensuring that the social aspects following each quarterly meeting went without remiss. It was a wonderful example of selfless service which is continued to this day. Lucky lived a happy and comfortable life, raising two loving children and being a loving and affectionate grandmother to her five grandkids. Two of her grandsons are medical students and have entered the family profession of medicine, representing the fourth consecutive generation in the profession. She is survived by husband Dr Lakshman, daughter Dr Keshani and son in law Dr John Moore, son Dr Suresh de Silva and daughter in law Katja and five grandchildren Oliver, Nick, Mathew, Issabella, and Anna. May she attain the Supreme Bliss of Nirvana Hugh Karunanayake
How many kilojoules should you really eat?
What your waistline measurement means for your health.
How to sneak 10,000 steps into your day.
Why this 15th-century 'Jesus-lamb' painting is creeping people out
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Best Ways to Slash Sugar From Your Diet
The sweet stuff is easy to spot in some foods, and less so in others. Follow these tips to help you cut back without missing it.
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Cheesy mushroom burger with loaded mayo and smashed potatoes with seaweed salt
This ultimate veggie burger is inspired by the 'shroom burger from a popular American chain that ticks all the burger boxes — soft bun, plenty of umami, basic salad fixings and a finger-licking-good sauce.
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Intermittent Fasting
Window to Lose Belly
Fat?
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What Exactly is Meat-Lite Eating?
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Is High Fructose Corn Syrup Worse Than Corn Syrup?
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8 Silent Signs of Cervical Cancer You Should Never Ignore
About 13,000 new cases of cervical cancer will be diagnosed this year. See your doctor if you notice any of these potential symptoms.
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9 Complete Proteins That Aren't Meat
If you've cut back on eating meat or cut it out of your diet entirely, these non-meat sources of complete protein will cover your nutrient needs.
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Can the “baby blues” affect a newborn’s gut microbiota?
• 23 JAN 2020 • BY Cristina Sáez
Almost 25% of women experience a psychological disorder during pregnancy or after birth. Depression is the most common health problem, followed by anxiety. These disorders can have a profound impact both on women and their…
Gut microbiota changes throughout life and lifestyle keeps it fit
• 9 JAN 2020 • BY GMFH Editing Team
Aging is a physiological process that results in changes observable to the naked eye (appearance of a few more wrinkles, hair whitening, change in stature or posture…) but also other changes less observable (increased frailty).…
Gut microbiota influences insulin sensitivity in obese patients The microbes that inhabit our intestines are responsible for several functions such as synthesizing vitamins as well as modulating our immune system, metabolism and blood sugar levels. Recent studies show that the gut microbiota may
Is a Vegetarian Diet Healthy When You Have Type 2?
Going vegetarian won't necessarily get rid of your diabetes, but following a more plant-based diet does have some great benefits.
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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.
Eating right for gut health – An interview with Natasha Haskey, Registered Dietitian
• 15 JAN 2020 • BY GMFH Editing Team
“Eating right for gut health” is the motto of Natasha Haskey, a Registered Dietitian from Canada, who has 18 years of experience in the field of nutrition. Her research work focuses on how dietary factors…
Your allies to take care of your gut microbiota: a varied diet with high-fiber content “The five superfoods you should eat to stay healthy”, “Coffee is good for your gut microbiota. This is why”. “Impressive health benefits of Kombucha tea for your gut health”. “This diet is really good for…
Cooking food alters the gut microbiome
• 20 NOV 2019 • BY Allison Clark
Studies have shown that diet, such as Paleo, high fat vs low-fat diet or Western diet, greatly impacts the gut microbiota composition even more than genetics. Surprisingly, little is known how cooking certain foods might…
Don’t be ashamed of passing gas! It’s a sign your gut microbiota rocks
• 13 NOV 2019 • BY Cristina Sáez
It was one of those family meals you have once a year. Grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, brothers and sisters-in-law, siblings, all together gathered around a splendid table, chatting, eating the delicacies cooked by grandma, when…
Why the fiber in your traditional diet could be the most beneficial for your gut microbiota
• 30 OCT 2019 • BY Cristina Sáez
“Our overall health is linked to the gut and diet is the most powerful tool for shaping your gut microbiota,” states Liping Zhao, who we interviewed at the 8th Gut Microbiota for Health World Summit,
Discussion on Alzheimer’s disease