According To The WHO Survey Report 17.9% Addicted To Alcohol And 15% To Smoking In Sri Lanka

According to a latest survey conducted by the World Health Organization(WHO) 17.9% of the Sri Lankan population belonging to the  age group 18-69 years is addicted to Alcohol and 15% addicted to smoking.

Speaking at the ceremony held yesterday (29) morning at Hotel Kingsbury in Colombo to launch the WHO Report on Non Communicable Diseases in Sri Lanka ,the Deputy Director General Of Health Services attached to the Health,Nutrition and Indigenous Medicine Dr.Lakshmi Somathunge has stated that the majority of the Alcohol Addicted persons among the above mentioned age group is men and accordingly 34.8 % of men addicted to Alcohol.Regarding women 0.5% addicted to Alcohol she has stressed.

Smoking is on the decrease in Sri Lankan society as a result of the tough measures taken against tobacco industry here including increasing the tax percentage on Cigarettes Dr.Somathunge has revealed.29.4% of males and 0.1% of females belonging to 18-69 age group addicted to smoking she has further added.

Colombo Chief Magistrate Put 17 Year Old School Boy Who Was Arrested Over Hacking President's Web Site On Probation

The 17 year old School Boy who was arrested yesterday(29) as a suspect for hacking President Maithripala Sirisena's offcial web site has put on probation by the Colombo Chief Magistrate and the 26 year old  youth arrested over the same offence has been remanded until 02nd of September.

The two suspects were produced before the Colombo Chief Magistrate this evening.They are due to produce before Chief Magistrate again on 02nd of September it has been reported.

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Construction Work Of Rajagiriya Flyover Began Today(30)

The Road Development Authority(RDA) has today(30) urged the motorists to use an alternative routes to avoid traffic at Rajagiriya area as the construction work of  Rajagiriya Flyover began today.

The construction work of the Rajagiriya Flyover is due to finish in December 2017.According to a traffic plan prepared under the Megapolis Plan ,the government has began the initial work of the flyover on 06th of June.

Two Females Were Killed Due To A Road Accident In Mawathagama

Two female were killed as a result of  colliding with a Van which veered off the road on Keppetipola-Kurunagala Road at Mawathagama Area(North Western Province) today(30) it has been reported.

The van traveling from Kurunagala to Keppetipola had veered off the road after the driver not able to control the vehicle and hit at the two females who were walking the road side the sources have stated.The deceased are identified as a residents of Barandana Area.

Police have arrested the driver of the van regarding the accident.

 

CID Has Arrested Second Suspect For Hacking President's Official Web Site

A team of officials attached to the Criminal Investigations Department(CID) have today(30) arrested a 26 year old person from Moratuwa who is the second suspect of hacking incident of president Maithripala Sirisena's official web site.

Earlier CID officers have yesterday(29) arrested a 17 year old School Boy from Kadugannawa area as a suspect for hacking president's official web site on last Thursday(25) and Friday(26).

The two suspects were arrested under the Computer Crimes Act of 2007 and if they proved guilty for the allegations will be fined Rs.300,000 and can sentenced up to three years in jail.

This is the first time that a school boy was arrested regarding a hacking of a web site in Sri Lanka the officials have stated.

HEALTH TIP

Benefits of olive oil for the heart, skin and hair:

Cholesterol and Heart Health

Despite the drama surrounding the use of fats and oils, these things are an essential part of a balanced eating plan. The key is to choose your fats wisely. Olive oil is one of the healthiest types of fat around. The monounsaturated fat in olive oil has been shown to control LDL (bad) cholesterol and raise HDL (good) cholesterol. This can potentially lower your risk of heart disease.

When you digest your food, free radicals that are naturally produced by the body can damage the cells. Free radicals from environmental factors such as dust, smog, cigarette smoke and pesticides don't help the situation. The antioxidants contained in olive oil can help fight off and repair some of the damage that free radicals can cause.

To get the best heart-healthy results from olive oil, the U.S Food and Drug Administration recommends eating two tablespoons daily. You can easily get this amount in your diet by following the examples of top chefs and using it in your favorite foods.

Skin and Hair

The antioxidants contained in olive oil can benefit more than your heart. Because this substance prevents cell destruction, it fights the signs of aging and gives you a more youthful appearance. When applied topically, olive oil moisturizes and softens dry skin. Since the product is natural, adverse reactions are not common.

The problem with a lot of commercial skincare products is that the moisturizing ingredients don't penetrate the skin. Extra virgin olive oil is composed of more than 80 percent oleic acid. This substance easily penetrates the skin, and allows the oil to heal damage, reduce wrinkles and improve texture.

If you struggle with dry, brittle hair, keeping a bottle of olive oil handy can help. A weekly deep conditioner of olive oil can be used in the place of products that contain silicone ingredients to make the hair more manageable. Shampoos that contain sulfates will strip the moisture out of your hair and make it look drab and lifeless. Using olive oil in the place of your regular commercial conditioners can moisturize the hair and give it a healthy sheen.

Olive does more than make scrumptious dishes. It is well documented that, when combined with a nutritious diet, this oil's antioxidant properties can have a positive impact on cholesterol levels and heart health. In addition, when added as part of a regular beauty regimen, it can improve the health of your skin and hair.