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local Tuesday 16 april 2024

Discover why Aruba is called “One Happy Island” in Jason Silva’s

new documentary Blue Lizard Effect”

premiering April 17th

During an evening under the Emmy-nominated filmmaker,
stars at Arikok Park, in the is at a pivotal moment in his
presence of special guests, life and is seeking transfor-
producers, and participants mation and a better under- The series consists of four ney of self-discovery and en-
of the documentary, A.T.A. standing of the essence of captivating episodes ac- lightenment. Starting April 17, 2024, the
presented an exclusive a happy life. Jason does this cording to the four natural documentary can be
screening of the documen- in Aruba to discover why it's elements: Episode 3 - Wind: Feeling watched on MAX, as well
tary "Blue Lizard Effect". It's a called The Happy Island. The Episode 1 - Water: Immersed the elemental force of the as the Warner Channel at
groundbreaking documen- happiness of its inhabitants in the present as Jason Silva wind as Jason Silva encoun- 8 p.m. for four consecutive
tary series that delves deep and how he can learn from explores the importance of ters the importance of air Tuesdays with a repeat on
into the fascinating world of each person he encounters living on a Caribbean island in shaping Aruba's identity Thursdays at 11:30 a.m. in
Aruba from a different angle; and how this can help him like Aruba. Discover the and its unique concept of countries such as Colom-
the series explores the ener- achieve personal transfor- profound influence of the happiness. Explore how the bia, Aruba, Ecuador, Ar-
getic concept of happiness mation. The documentary sea on Aruban culture and island's landscape is shaped gentina, Peru, Chile, and
and the profound connec- features local artists includ- identity through the eyes of by the forces of nature, leav- Venezuela. TNT: 6:00 PM for
tion that the island's culture, ing Daexo Croes, Rolly Bis- three local individuals who ing a permanent mark on its four consecutive Tuesdays
people, and nature provide lik, Kyra Hoeverts, Nichole inspire and connect with this people. with a repeat on Mondays
for it. Aruba is portrayed as Danser, Harold Kelly, Trudy elemental force. at 11 a.m. in countries such
the stage where discussions Lampe, Watra, Armando Episode 4 - Fire: Discovering as Colombia, Aruba, Chile,
about a happy life take Goedgedrag, Ethan Wes- Episode 2 - Earth: In the Earth the transformative power of and Argentina. Finally, on
place and how to focus on it. tera, Natusha Croes, Nathaly episode, Jason Silva immers- fire as Jason Silva reveals the Discovery at 4:30 p.m. for
de Mey, Ciro Abath, showing es himself in a quest to rede- essence of the "Blue Lizard Ef- four consecutive Tuesdays
Protagonist Jason Silva, a re- their ways of life, why they fine happiness as he explores fect" and its profound impact with a repeat on Fridays at
nowned figure in the televi- feel happier, and how the the historical and mystical on Aruba's evolution. Experi- 8:30 a.m. in countries such as
sion world, known for his sto- elements keep them alive origins of Aruba. Through ence the origin of the island Argentina, Brazil, Colombia,
rytelling, speaker at various and active. an exploration of the island's and the spirit of constant and Ecuador, Peru, Venezuela,
important conferences, and past, Silva embarks on a jour- transformative renewal. and Chile.q

Lessons from our elders:

Plants and fruits for medicinal use (part 2)

(Oranjestad)—In last week’s edi- said to be aid blood circulation in Originated from Persia, this plant
tion, we shared with our readers the body, as well as help those with can grow almost everywhere. In
some medicinal use for plants and hemorrhoids or diarrhea. Aruba, there are many homes
fruits, passed down from our elders Many of our elders opted to plant that have a tiny or big pomegran-
through generations. This week, we sweet potatoes themselves, mostly ate tree. You may be wondering
present two more uses of fruits and because of how easy it was to do what the difference is between a In terms of medicinal use, pome-
plants for medicinal use. so. Cut the end of a sweet potato small and big pomegranate tree, granate skins are said to have a
let it sit in shallow water until it starts for which the answer is based on few benefits for our health. Ac-
Sweet potato to sprout. Then you may plant it in harvest time. Tiny trees produce cording to customs, pomegranate
According to our elders, sweet po- the ground. Sweet potatoes need tinier pomegranates that can be skin tea can help those that suffer
tato is mostly useful for low blood plenty of water to grow, especially harvested early on. Contrarily, big from diarrhea. Dried pomegranate
pressure. People who suffer from in the first week in the ground. It trees produce bigger pomegran- skin tea is also good for people who
low blood pressure were advised was said that once you start to no- ates, but they need enough time have worms. Pomegranate flowers
to eat sweet potato 2 to 3 times a tice the ground crack underneath to fully ripen before harvesting, can be boiled to make a drink and
week. However, if you have high the flowers, it is time to harvest. This otherwise you might end up with this can be used for irritated gums;
blood pressure, it is best not to eat should happen around month 3. bitter seeds. Pomegranate trees just take a swig and let the tea sit in
too much sweet potato, as this are also very easy to plant. In es- your mouth for a couple minutes.
raises blood pressure. Sweet pota- Pomegranate sence, if you just throw the seeds Source: Remedi i Kustumber di nos
toes are also great for people who Pomegranates are also one of the on the ground, they could grow Bieunan (Medicine and Customs
work hard labor jobs, and it’s been easier fruits to plant and harvest. into a tree. of our Elderly) by Dinah Veeris q