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Probiotic and prebiotic foods have been shown to help reduce cortisol levels. So, add fermented foods such as sauerkraut, kefir, yoghurt, and kimchi to your diet. You must also include prebiotic foods like onion, garlic, leeks, asparagus, apples, and green bananas. All of these help increase your good gut bacteria, which helps lower your stress response. Big changes in blood sugar trigger the release of the stress hormones. Eating balanced meals helps control blood sugar levels and prevent stress hormone surges. Fill your plate with enough fibre, protein, and fats, and avoid high-sugar foods. Prioritise sleep, when you are sleep deprived, your body…
Iran’s state-affiliated media has called for FIFA to kick USA OUT of the World Cup after they posted an altered image of the Iranian flag as a show of support for women’s rights in Iran. The official Twitter account of the US national football team posted an image of the World Cup Group B standings but decided to remove the Islamic Republic’s “Allah” emblem and the “takbirs” from Iran’s three-coloured flag. The move comes amid nationwide protests in Iran challenging Tehran’s theocratic government continue. The USMNT account posted an image of the group which only showed the Iranian flag bearing its green,…
Trevor Noah is back on home soil. The comedian caught up with friends Sizwe Dhlomo, Khaya Dlanga, and Anele Mdoda to watch a soccer match. Dhlomo shared a series of photos on Instagram; Noah is pictured sporting cornrows in one of them. The 38-year-old announced in September that he would be exiting the Daily Show after hosting it for seven years. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Noah revealed that he kept his decision to leave the show a secret from everyone, including the show’s crew. Noah’s final show airs on 8 December; after that, he will catch a few Soccer…
It is estimated that the price of citizenship-by-investment can vary significantly depending on the program and jurisdiction you choose and whether you are seeking citizenship or residency. Prospective migrants are often concerned about costs, but choosing a program depends on more than your budget, said Sable International’s investment migration manager Sarah Young. It has been discussed with you if you are able to uproot your family and leave the country, Young said. As a result of some programs being effectively ‘immigrant visas’, it is expected that the individual will relocate to the jurisdiction upon being granted residency; however, this is…
Known for her iconic Christmas songs, Mariah Carey revealed why the holiday is so special to her. During a recent interview, Carey explained why she is always so excited about Christmas, especially for her children. “Darling, look, I know a lot of the time people are like, ‘Oh, yay! Look at her! She’s, like, so festive and such a Christmas girl,’ or whatever,” began the singer, 52. “But, really, Christmas makes me happy. People think I had this princess-style life or whatever, a kind of fairy-tale existence where I just emerged, like, ‘Here I am!’ And that is not what…
Netherlands in front at halftime Cody Gakpo’s brilliant goal inside the opening six minutes is the difference between Netherlands and Ecuador at half-time. Although, it hasn’t been plain sailing for Louis van Gaal’s side and they nearly went into the break level with Ecuador finding the back of in stoppage time. Unfortunately for the South Americans and goalscorer Pervis Estpunian, the goal was ruled out for offside so they still trail their Group A rivals. Senegal leave Qatar on the verge of elimination Senegal have left Qatar staring a World Cup exit in the face. Boulaye Dia pounced on a…
Belinda Magor has been arrested. This follows a leaked WhatsApp voice note where Magor who is opposed to the campaign to ban pit bulls as pets, can be heard describing black men as being worse than the controversial breed. She also insults black women. Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi opened a criminal case against the woman allegedly responsible for a racist viral voice note and has confirmed that the 65-year-old has been taken into custody.
South Africa’s police statistics show that more than 7,000 people have been murdered over the past three months, an increase over last year. Detailed crime statistics for the period July 1 to September 30, 2022, were presented to the parliamentary portfolio committee on police this week. Between July and September, the murder rate increased 14 percent compared with the same period in 2021, when 6,163 people were killed. The period in 2022 saw almost 1,000 women murdered. There were more than 13,000 assaults with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, as well as 1,277 attempted murders against women. “South Africa…
In preparation for the legalisation of the Fourth Decimal Coin Series of South Africa on 1 January 2023, the South African Reserve Bank has gazetted new designs. The cabinet approved the new dimensions, designs, and compilation of the coins during a virtual meeting on 31 August. There will be a key change in the next series of coins, as the word “South Africa” will be printed on one side. All official languages will be printed on the coins on a rotational basis over a specified period of time. Each year, the languages will alternate for the next ten years. In…
By Allison Rosen William Shakespeare had no idea that those same words would apply to one of today’s ongoing terminology rivalries stretching across the Atlantic – the debate of association football versus soccer. Or as the Men in Blazers podcast once put it, soccer is “America’s Sport of the Future. As it has been since 1972.” Nobody walked away with the bragging rights as the US Men’s National Team (USMNT) shared a goalless draw with England in their World Cup Group B match on Friday. Football, or soccer, has been around for centuries with its roots dating back over 2,000 years ago, but it was…