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Ukraine: Dog is emotionally reunited with owner Sign up for FREE health tips to live a long and happy life SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Dogs are one of men and women’s best friends. They can be loyal hounds to welcome people home from work or arbiters of comfort during tough times, be it a first break-up or a severe hangover. However, having a dog comes with great responsibility and with every dog comes a dog bowl. It is this accoutrement of pet ownership that has come under the eye of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Related articles 'Split my skull': Gary Busey opens up about his horror brain injury Hay fever and eczema may be linked to various psychiatric disorders Research … [Read more...] about Dog bowls could pose ‘significant health risks’ to pets and owners – expert findings

AMINO ACIDS are part of an organic compound that works to build muscle and transport nutrients within the body. Theanine is an amino acid analog - a similar structure with different components - known for its many possible health benefits. What are the health benefits of theanine? Theanine comes in two forms: L-theanine and D-theanine. The amino acid can be found in tea and various mushroom species. With a similar makeup to glutamate, another naturally occurring amino acid, theanine works to help transmit nerve pulses to the brain. According to WebMD , theanine can treat anxiety, stress, and mental impairment - however, there is not enough scientific evidence to support its use as a stabilizer. How can I take theanine? Theanine naturally occurs in both green and black teas. The amino acid is also available in supplement form, with many using L-theanine to increase mental clarity. Although not proven, the benefits of L-theanine may include: Mental focus … [Read more...] about What are the health benefits of theanine?

Russian President Vladimir Putin speaks with Sergey Chemezov Sign up for our news briefing, including a daily special Russia-Ukraine edition SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The Russian leader cleared his throat a number of times as he spoke to defence giant Sergey Chemezov, whose company Rostec builds an array of military hardware. A bloated-looking Putin kept a hand held on the desk during the meeting on Wednesday. It comes amid intense speculation over the Russian President's health in recent months. Putin was seen with a blanket on his lap during Victory Day celebrations in Moscow earlier this month in stark contrast to the strongman image he has tried to project in the past. Journalist John Sweeney, who has been … [Read more...] about Putin health: ‘Ill’ Kremlin leader under spotlight again in Russian TV appearance today

BRITAIN has registered two more monkeypox infections as health chiefs scramble to find the source of the outbreak. Health bosses confirmed the latest infected Britons live in London and the South East and have no links to other cases or travelled to hotspots . That brings the total of the latest outbreak , which began on May 6, to nine. It's understood that most patients are either gay or bisexual men and officials say the pattern of transmission is "highly suggestive of spread in sexual networks". The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said the two latest cases may have acquired the virus though community transmission . Health authorities say the virus spreads through close contact and are advising people to be aware of any unusual rashes or lesions on their body, especially on their genitalia, and to seek medical assistance if they have concerns. MORE ON MONKEYPOX VIRAL SPREAD Fears monkeypox could be SEXUALLY transmissible … [Read more...] about Britain confirms two MORE monkeypox infections as health chiefs scramble to find source of outbreak

The Chase star Paul Sinha gives Parkinson's health update Sign up for FREE health tips to live a long and happy life SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The NHS says: "Parkinson's disease is a condition in which parts of the brain become progressively damaged over many years." You should see your GP if you're concerned you may have symptoms of Parkinson's disease . It's thought around one in 500 people are affected by Parkinson's disease, with men being slightly more likely to get Parkinson's disease than women. Related articles High cholesterol; Three smelly symptoms associated with high levels World's oldest woman shares the lifestyle that's got her to 128 Parkinson’s UK says: “You may … [Read more...] about Parkinson’s disease: The early sign in your handwriting – micrographia explained

Dr Dawn Harper on signs of vitamin B12 and vitamin D deficiency Sign up for FREE health tips to live a long and happy life SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info B12 absorption naturally slows as the body ages. But because the essential dietary component is readily available in animal products, vegetarians and vegans may also struggle to source the dietary compound. What's more, signs of low levels can be broad-ranging and non-specific, making it difficult to pick up a deficiency in the initial stages. As the condition advances, however, some "odorous" symptoms may become difficult to ignore. Related articles High cholesterol; Three smelly symptoms associated with high levels Cancer: Four signs in the legs … [Read more...] about Vitamin B12 deficiency: Can you smell that? The ‘odorous’ symptom hinting at low levels

Monkeypox: Rare disease explained Sign up for FREE health tips to live a long and happy life SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Seven cases of monkeypox have been confirmed in the UK since May 7. The infection is a deadly virus that's most common in central and West Africa, and human-to-human transmission is relatively rare. However, it's still vital to remain vigilant, and to look out for any clear signs of infection. Related articles High cholesterol; Three smelly symptoms associated with high levels World's oldest woman shares the lifestyle that's got her to 128 Monkeypox has similar symptoms to smallpox, according to Medicine Direct's Superintendent Pharmacist and Clinical Director, Hussain … [Read more...] about Monkeypox warning: The ‘telltale symptom’ to watch out for – and how to avoid infection

Dr Manesh Saxena explains new blood pressure injection Sign up for FREE health tips to live a long and happy life SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info A meta-analysis published in ScienceDirect says research suggests “consistent benefits of pomegranate juice consumption” on blood pressure. “This evidence suggests it may be prudent to include this fruit juice in a heart-healthy diet,” notes the researchers. High blood pressure can put extra strain on your blood vessels, heart and other organs, such as the brain, kidneys and eyes. If you have high blood pressure, reducing it even a small amount can help lower your risk of a number of serious health conditions. Related articles High cholesterol; Three smelly … [Read more...] about High blood pressure: The healthy drink that researchers say has ‘consistent benefits’

Loose Women: Dr Hilary discusses how to live longer Sign up for FREE health tips to live a long and happy life SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Time and resources are increasingly being devoted to the project of extending life expectancy . It has become the next frontier in Silicon Valley. However fanciful it may seem, strides are being made in this space. Related articles High cholesterol; Three smelly symptoms associated with high levels Cancer: Four signs in the legs may be ‘the first clue’ One of the promising findings of late was published in the journal Science . In a study that followed hundreds of mice over their lifespans, calorie restriction combined with time-restricted eating … [Read more...] about How to live longer: Eating at the ‘right’ time of day shown to extend lifespan by 35%

Monkeypox: Rare disease explained Sign up for FREE health tips to live a long and happy life SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Regions across Spain have been placed on high alert following eight suspected cases of so-called monkeypox in Madrid. It follows the confirmation of four new cases in England. Confirmation is still awaited from the National Centre for Microbiology but health chiefs say "great care must be taken". Related articles High cholesterol; Three smelly symptoms associated with high levels Cancer: Four signs in the legs may be ‘the first clue’ The monkey virus is caused by an orthopoxvirus similar to Variola virus (the causative agent of smallpox). Spain's director of the Centre … [Read more...] about Monkeypox: Spain on high alert as viral infection hits region – WHO shares key symptom