Saturday, March 25, 2023

Colombo, Sri Lanka

 




A roadside betel nut vendor waits for customers at a market in Colombo.  The International Monetary Fund this week approved Sri Lanka’s request for a $2.9bn bailout, raising hopes for an easing of its eonomic crisis.  Photograph: Chamila Karunarathne/EPA

In small doses, betel nut can create a sense of euphoria and alertness.  It may also function as an antidepressant.  However, prolonged use creates addiction and the World Health Organization classifies the betel nut as a carcinogen.  

It is also impossible to hide your addiction as soon as you smile.





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