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Claim: Oatmeal is Unhealthy !! (Social Media Users, 2024-07-15)
Evidence (2024-03-18): Oats have long had a reputation for being one of the healthier foods you can choose for breakfast. But some people on social media have been calling this claim into question, suggesting that rather than being a healthy staple, oatmeal (and porridge, which is often made using oats) might in fact have no nutritional value at all. However, while these claims have garnered plenty of media attention, there’s little evidence to back them up. Rather, the science overwhelmingly shows oats can be beneficial for your health in many ways. One line of reasoning used to argue oats aren’t healthy is that eating them can lead to spikes in blood sugar (glucose). This seems to be linked to the rising use of glucose monitors by people who don’t have diabetes. These monitors may depict normal changes in blood glucose, which happen after we eat, as a "spike" in blood sugar.
Claim: Oatmeal is Unhealthy !! (Social Media Users, 2024-07-15)
Evidence (2023-04-21): - Levels of the harmful pesticide glyphosate are on the decline in oat-based products, according to Environmental Working Group tests. [...] When it comes to a harmful pesticide in your cereal or oatmeal, do you want the good or bad news first? [...] The highest concentrations showed up in Quaker products, as they did in earlier tests. The three highest concentrations were found in flavors of Quaker Oatmeal Squares. Seven samples tested for both glyphosate and chlormequat contained detectable levels of both. This suggests these chemicals are present together in many oat-based foods. Chlormequat is an agricultural chemical that can harm development and the reproductive system in animals.
Claim: Oatmeal is Unhealthy !! (Social Media Users, 2024-07-15)
Evidence (2024-05-02): Can a bowl of oatmeal help lower your cholesterol? How about a handful of almonds? A few simple tweaks to your diet — along with exercise and other heart-healthy habits — might help you lower your cholesterol. Oatmeal, oat bran and high-fiber foods Oatmeal has soluble fiber, which reduces your low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, the "bad" cholesterol. Soluble fiber is also found in such foods as kidney beans, Brussels sprouts, apples and pears.
Claim: Oatmeal is Unhealthy !! (Social Media Users, 2024-07-15)
Evidence (2023-08-25): Thanks to TikTok buzz, oatmeal has landed in hot water. Puns aside, online rumors have surfaced accusing oatmeal of being one of the worst foods that one could eat – despite its long-standing reputation as a heart-healthy breakfast option. As a result, there are many contradictory opinions as to whether or not oats are good for you . [...] The short answer is yes, oatmeal is good for you. But before diving into why, let’s address some of the misconceptions that have been giving oatmeal a bad rep. [...] The bottom line is that oatmeal is good for you. Oats deliver vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber. They are a great addition to a balanced diet that prioritizes heart health, digestion, and blood sugar balance. Plus, they are incredibly versatile and easy to incorporate into recipes at breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Claim: Oatmeal is Unhealthy !! (Social Media Users, 2024-07-15)
Evidence (2018-09-12): Whether it’s steel-cut or rolled, quick-cooking or instant, oatmeal is good for you, experts say—with a few caveats. Oatmeal is rich in fiber, which promotes fullness, eases the insulin response, and benefits gut health. It’s also a source of vitamins B and E, and minerals such as magnesium. But these and other benefits could be offset if the oatmeal comes loaded with sugar, sodium, or other additives, Edward Giovannucci, professor of nutrition and epidemiology at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health told Time in an August 15, 2018 article. "Whole grains are beneficial and healthy foods, and I can say that oatmeal is definitely beneficial," Qi Sun, assistant professor of nutrition, said in the same article. As long as it’s sugar-free, "eating oatmeal for breakfast is a good choice." Read Time article: Is Oatmeal Healthy? Here’s What the Experts Say
Claim: Oatmeal is Unhealthy !! (Social Media Users, 2024-07-15)
Evidence (2023-09-18): Cardiologist reveals why oatmeal should NOT be your go-to breakfast - A cardiologist in Arizona said on TikTok that oatmeal has no nutritional benefits - His statement sparked controversy among doctors and dietitians on the platform - READ MORE: The best diets for lowering heart disease and strokes RANKED [...] Dr Wolfson went on to say oatmeal has 'no nutritional value' and 'contains a lot of anti-nutrients' but did not provide any examples. Instead, he urged viewers to opt for eggs at breakfast rather than oats. [...] Dietitian Abbey Sharp (left) and eye surgeon Dr Brian Boxer Wachler (bottom right) both posted responses to a previous video from Dr Wolfson with the same claims. Both said that oatmeal has several health benefits, including lowering heart disease risk 'I'm a board-certified cardiologist here to tell you that that is garbage,' he said.
Claim: Oatmeal is Unhealthy !! (Social Media Users, 2024-07-15)
Evidence (2023-11-28): But it's not all good news for oatmeal. "While oatmeal is sold as a healthy option for some things, it does have an impact on our metabolism, and I advise caution" in eating too much, says Naidoo. Oatmeal is also known to cause gas and bloating, which can be especially problematic if you have gastrointestinal issues such as irritable bowel syndrome. One of the other downsides of eating oatmeal is its aforementioned bland flavor. This causes many people to add large amounts of white or brown sugar to sweeten it. The daily value limit of added sugars, as recommended by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, is only 50 grams -about 12 teaspoons. It's not uncommon for people to put a quarter of that amount on a single serving of oatmeal. "Be mindful of how you prepare your oatmeal and what you add to it," advises Kristen Smith, MS, RDN, spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and registered dietitian at Piedmont Health. "Oatmeal can quickly become a higher calorie and sugar food if you aren't careful."
Claim: Oatmeal is Unhealthy !! (Social Media Users, 2024-07-15)
Evidence (2022-11-11): - It is a high starch or high carbohydrate food. So, in the end, yes, oats can spike your blood sugar, putting you on a "sugar-high" your body doesn’t necessarily agree with. This could potentially cause excess weight gain. [...] So, back to the original question… is oatmeal healthy? I think it is fair to say that the pros of oatmeal still outweigh the cons. Although it is important to note the cons given that oats are not an end all be all. The most important factor is listening to your body. How does it respond to a bowl of oats? [...] But the secret to making oats healthy is not eating them alone or with a heaping mound of sugar.
Claim: Oatmeal is Unhealthy !! (Social Media Users, 2024-07-15)
Evidence (2024-07-08): Healthy food bragging rights? Oatmeal certainly has them. For starters, it’s packed with protein and dietary fiber — two biggies for your body when it comes to eating a nutritious diet. (More on that in a bit.) [...] Given that, some studies show that oatmeal is an ideal food for someone with Type 2 diabetes. (Other research, however, has been more subdued about the effects of oatmeal on glycemic control.) [...] "There are always ways to make things unhealthy, and that’s what we see with a lot of instant oatmeal," she adds. "Food manufacturers will add sugar — a LOT of sugar — to make them taste better."
Claim: Oatmeal is Unhealthy !! (Social Media Users, 2024-07-15)
Evidence (2021-04-18): Oatmeal is a super-versatile food that many of us love to eat for breakfast, a snack, or even as a savory side dish. And while it's a great whole grain offering, oatmeal can be a problem if you have stomach issues, especially individuals with certain gastrointestinal issues like irritable bowel disease. One cup of oats contains a little over 8 grams of fiber. [...] But ultimately, it's about what you're putting in your oatmeal that can lead to the biggest problems. (Related: The Unhealthiest Way to Prepare Oatmeal, According to a Dietitian.) [...] But adding sugar isn't the only thing that can make your oatmeal unhealthy.
Claim: Presidential Election of SL Will Be Held On September 28 or October 5 !! (Social Media Users, 2024-07-23)
Evidence (2024-07-23): The official date for the presidential election in Sri Lanka is Saturday, September 21, and nominations will be accepted on August 15. Any other dates circulating on social media are incorrect. We urge everyone to rely on official announcements and refrain from sharing unverified information.
Claim: Presidential Election of SL Will Be Held On September 28 or October 5 !! (Social Media Users, 2024-07-23)
Evidence (2024-09-20): Sri Lankans will vote on Saturday to elect the South Asian nation’s 10th president in the first election since the catastrophic 2022 economic crisis that saw the country default on its loans. [...] The incumbent President Ranil Wickremesinghe, who took over from Rajapaksa and has since tried to turn the economy around, is seeking re-election. He is being challenged by Anura Kumara Dissanayake from the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) party and Sajith Premadasa of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) party. [...] According to the website Numbers.Ik, which compiles statistics about Sri Lanka, Dissanayake is leading with 40 percent, followed by Premadasa at 29 percent and Wickremesinghe at 25 percent. This is based on online data collected between September 9 and September 16.
Claim: Presidential Election of SL Will Be Held On September 28 or October 5 !! (Social Media Users, 2024-07-23)
Evidence (2024-09-20): According to the Constitution, the Election Commission of Sri Lanka is authorized to call the presidential election from Wednesday, July 17, 2024. [...] Last week, Foreign Minister Ali Sabri stated that Sri Lanka’s presidential election is likely to be held on October 5 or 12 this year. "The presidential election will be held from September 17 to October 17 this year. It is likely to be held on Saturday, October 5 or October 12," he told Parliament.
Claim: Presidential Election of SL Will Be Held On September 28 or October 5 !! (Social Media Users, 2024-07-23)
Evidence (2024-06-26): The Presidential elections are scheduled to be held in Sri Lanka any time between September 17 and October 16, 2024, according to the Constitution of Sri Lanka. Voters will elect a president for a term of five years. As per www. Daily mirror 8.4.2024, the incumbent President Ranil Wickremesinghe is eligible to run for re-election. [...] As per the Presidential Act, no 15 of 1981, the President of Sri Lanka is elected via limited ranked voting. Voters can express up to three preferences for President. If no candidate receives over 50% of valid votes on the first count, all candidates except for the two candidates receiving the highest number of votes are eliminated. The second and third preferences of the eliminated candidates are distributed until one of the remaining two candidates receives an outright majority. [...] The last direct presidential elections held in Sri Lanka were in 2019, where SLPP candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa won the election in a landslide victory, defeating his main opponent Sajith Premadasa. Rajapaksa had to eventually resign on July 14, 2022 amidst the 2022 protests. (Lanka News - News first. 15 July 2022.) This triggered an indirect presidential election via Parliament a week later, to elect a successor according to Article 40 of the Constitution. Then-incumbent Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe, who was appointed by Rajapaksa just two months earlier, received the most votes and was sworn in as the 9th President of Sri Lanka on July 21, 2022.
Claim: Presidential Election of SL Will Be Held On September 28 or October 5 !! (Social Media Users, 2024-07-23)
Evidence (2024-05-09): Colombo, May 9 (Daily Mirror) - The Election Commission formally announced that the 2024 Presidential election will be held on a day between September 17 and October 16. Issuing a notice signed by its chairman R.M.A.L. Ratnayake, the Election Commission said it will call for nominations to hold the Presidential election within the specified timeframe in terms of the provisions of the Constitution of Sri Lanka and the Presidential Elections Act No. l5 of 1981, and that by virtue of the powers vested with the Election Commission to fix the date for the election, it will hold the Presidential election between 17 September 2024 and l6 October 2024.
Claim: Presidential Election of SL Will Be Held On September 28 or October 5 !! (Social Media Users, 2024-07-23)
Evidence (2024-05-09): The National Election Commission has announced that the Presidential Election will be held between September and October this year. Issuing a statement on the Presidential Election, the Commission said the elections will be held between September 17 and October 16, 2024. The Commission further said that steps for electing the President will be taken according to provisions in the Constitution. (Newswire)
Claim: Presidential Election of SL Will Be Held On September 28 or October 5 !! (Social Media Users, 2024-07-23)
Evidence (2024-10-08): The Election Commission of Sri Lanka has issued the Gazette notification announcing the date of the 2024 Presidential Election and the date for the accepting of nominations. Accordingly, the Presidential Election will be held on 21 September, 2024 and Nominations will be accepted on 15 August 2024, according to the Gazette notification. [...] The Gazette also declares 21st September 2024, as the date for holding the poll for the presidential election.
Claim: Presidential Election of SL Will Be Held On September 28 or October 5 !! (Social Media Users, 2024-07-23)
Evidence (2024-09-22): A President may be elected on the first count, if one candidate receives 50% plus one vote of the valid votes cast, that candidate will win the Presidential Election. A President may be elected on the second count, if no candidate reaches 50% plus one vote of the valid votes cast, thereafter: [...] The ultimate winner will be the person who obtains the highest number of votes in the final count.
Claim: Presidential Election of SL Will Be Held On September 28 or October 5 !! (Social Media Users, 2024-07-23)
Evidence (2023-12-22): In Sri Lanka, political parties are getting ready for presidential elections scheduled for some time next year. Many of them have named their candidates; others are preparing to do so. The country is constitutionally mandated to hold presidential polls in 2024, and the president himself has hinted that he will go ahead with them. But the government is led by a deeply unpopular party associated with a once popular but now derided family, the Rajapaksas. It faces an uncertain situation and has yet to confirm when elections will be held, or if they will be held at all. Indeed, a section of the opposition has implied that they will not. [...] Uthpala Wijesuriya, a young political and history researcher, echoed these uncertainties and anxieties well. "It is not clear who the SLPP will nominate as its presidential candidate. It may be a Rajapaksa or even someone else. The UNP under Wickremesinghe has been content in enforcing short-term, cosmetic reforms at the cost of long-term policies," Wijesuriya said. "On the other hand, those once associated with the SLPP are taking their own routes and are contesting against it. Political kingmakers are busy trying to become political kings."
Claim: Presidential Election of SL Will Be Held On September 28 or October 5 !! (Social Media Users, 2024-07-23)
Evidence (2024-10-06): The 2024 Sri Lankan presidential election was the ninth presidential election in the country’s history and was held on 21 September 2024.[6][7] Incumbent President Ranil Wickremesinghe ran for re-election as an independent candidate, making him the first sitting president to run for re-election since Mahinda Rajapaksa in 2015.[8][9][10] Other prominent candidates included Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa, Anura Kumara Dissanayake of the NPP, and Namal Rajapaksa, son of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa.[11] [...] - ^ a b c "Presidential Election 2024 – All island result – Without preferences" (PDF). Election Commission of Sri Lanka. 22 September 2024. Archived (PDF) from the original on 6 October 2024. Retrieved 6 October 2024. [...] - ^ a b c "Presidential Election 2024 – Final result" (PDF). Election Commission of Sri Lanka. 22 September 2024. Archived (PDF) from the original on 6 October 2024. Retrieved 6 October 2024.
Claim: Presidential Election of SL Will Be Held On September 28 or October 5 !! (Social Media Users, 2024-07-23)
Evidence (2024-09-22): Valid Votes 13,319,616 97.8
Claim: Presidential Election of SL Will Be Held On September 28 or October 5 !! (Social Media Users, 2024-07-23)
Evidence (2024-09-05): Sri Lanka is gearing up for its first Presidential election after the Island nation was hit by massive economic/political turmoil in 2022. On July 26, the Independent Election Commission of Sri Lanka, after months of speculations, announced that the ninth Presidential election of the country is scheduled to be held on September 21. A record 38 candidates will compete in this month's election, which will shape the nation's political and economic future. [...] On 29 August, the incumbent President Wickremesinghe unveiled his election manifesto titled ‘Five years of winning the country with Ranil.’ The manifesto "is built around five core principles consisting of; The Theravada Trade Economy (which flourished during Anuradhapura Kingdom), Operation – Beyond 2025, Towards a Prosperous Nation, A Win for the Motherland, and A United Sri Lanka was first presented to religious leaders, led by the Maha Sangha and then to the youth of the country by Wickremesinghe." [27] Wickremesinghe highlighted that his plan focuses on lowering the cost of living, generating employment, offering tax relief, fostering economic growth, and introducing initiatives to guarantee that every citizen has the opportunity to own land and a home. [28] SLPP Presidential candidate Namal officially launched his election manifesto titled ‘Namal Dekma’ on 2 September focusing on four main thrust areas – state priorities, innovation, investment and independence. [29] On the other hand, opposition SJB leader Premadasa will reportedly release his election manifesto titled ‘Win For All’ on 04 September.
Claim: Presidential Election of SL Will Be Held On September 28 or October 5 !! (Social Media Users, 2024-07-23)
Evidence (2024-09-16): On Saturday, September 21, 2024, Sri Lanka will hold presidential elections. The 2024 presidential election will be the first election in which people will go to the polls since the nationwide protest movement (Aragalaya) in 2022. A historic number of candidates will be contesting in this presidential election. [...] Sri Lanka will hold its presidential election on September 21, 2024. The Election Commission of Sri Lanka will set up 13,134 polling centers and 45 counting centers across 160 polling divisions in 22 electoral districts. No more than 1,245 voters will be assigned to each polling station. [...] The presidential election is governed by the Constitution and the Presidential Elections Act (No. 15 of 1981). Additionally, the Election Commission of Sri Lanka issues circulars throughout the electoral period with directives on the conduct of elections.
Claim: Presidential Election of SL Will Be Held On September 28 or October 5 !! (Social Media Users, 2024-07-23)
Evidence (2024-09-06): COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Sri Lanka will hold its presidential election on Sept. 21 in a crucial vote that will decide the future of the South Asian nation still struggling to recover from its economic collapse in 2022, which provoked mass protests and forced the former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to flee the country and later resign. [...] Namal Rajapaksa, the heir apparent to the once-powerful Rajapaksa clan, is also contesting. Namal’s candidacy will test whether his powerful clan — which has produced two presidents — can retain its hold on the country after many of its members were pushed into the political wilderness. His father, Mahinda Rajapaksa, is credited with crushing the Tamil armed separatist movement in 2009. [...] Sri Lanka has a powerful executive presidential system with the President being the head of state, government, cabinet and the armed forces. The prime minister has some powers like recommending Cabinet ministers.
Claim: Presidential Election of SL Will Be Held On September 28 or October 5 !! (Social Media Users, 2024-07-23)
Evidence (2024-09-21): National People’s Power (NPP) leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake seems set to become Sri Lanka’s ninth executive president on Sunday (September 22, 2024) with an impressive show in the presidential election, according to postal voting results of seven electoral districts. [...] Sri Lankans stepped out to vote today (September 21, 2024) to elect their next President in a crucial election, the first to be held after the island nation’s economy crashed in 2022. A total of 38 candidates are in the fray this election, which features a three-cornered race between incumbent Ranil Wickremesinghe, Leader of Opposition Sajith Premadasa, and prominent opposition legislator Anura Kumara Dissanayake.
Claim: Presidential Election of SL Will Be Held On September 28 or October 5 !! (Social Media Users, 2024-07-23)
Evidence (2024-07-26): Sri Lanka will hold presidential election on Sept. 21, its first since declaring bankruptcy in 2022 COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Sri Lanka will hold a presidential election on Sept. 21 that will likely be a test of confidence in President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s efforts to resolve the country’s worst economic crisis. [...] Wickremesinghe is expected to run while his main rivals will be opposition leader Sajith Premadasa and Anura Dissanayake, who is the leader of a leftist political party that has gained popularity after the economic debacle.
Claim: Presidential Election of SL Will Be Held On September 28 or October 5 !! (Social Media Users, 2024-07-23)
Evidence (2004-03-18): Post-Conflict Phase (December 1, 1989-September 4, 1994): Prime Minister Wijetunge resigned on March 28, 1990, but he formed a new government as prime minister on March 30, 1990. President Premadasa was assassinated in Colombo on May 1, 1993 (23 other individuals were also killed in the bombing), and Prime Minister Wijetunge became acting-president on May 2, 1993. President Wijetunge dissolved parliament on June 24, 1994. Legislative elections were held on August 16, 1994, and the People’s Alliance (Bahejana Nidahas Pakshaya – BNP), which was a coalition of the SLFP and several other political parties, won 105 out of 225 seats in the parliament. The UNP won 94 seats in the parliament. Nineteen individuals were killed in election-related violence. Chandrika Kumaratunga of the BNP formed a government as prime minister on August 19, 1994. The government lifted the state-of-emergency on September 4, 1994. Some 100 individuals were killed in political violence between December 1989 and September 1994. Post-Crisis Phase (September 5, 1994-August 3, 1998): Chandrika Kumaratunga of the BNP was elected president with 62 percent of the vote on November 9, 1994, and she was inaugurated as president on November 12, 1994. President Kumaratunga appointed Sirimavo Bandaranaike as prime minister on November 14, 1994. Local elections were held on March 21, 1997, and the BNP won 194 out of 238 seats on local councils.