After already trading ace Johnny Cueto to the Royals, the Reds agreed to send starting pitcher Mike Leake to the Giants for two prospects — right-handed pitcher Keury Mella and corner infielder Adam Duvall, according to CBS Sports. MORE: Most memorable MLB deadline deals of the 21st century | Mets face familiar feeling of everything crashing down around them Leake is 9-5 on the season with a 3.56 ERA and 1....
Webb tested positive for Dehydrochlormethyltestosterone, anabolic-androgenic steroid. The Giants released a statement from Webb saying he did not knowingly take the drug. “For the past month and a half, I have tried endlessly to find the answer to why the M4 metabolite was found in my urine sample," Webb said. “I know in my heart that something, someday will be put into the world to prove my innocence. MORE: Watch ‘ChangeUp,’ a new MLB live whiparound show on DAZN...
Gilbert syndrome is the most well-known name for this condition, but it may be referred to by other names as well, states NORD, such as: Gilbert’s disease Gilbert-Lereboullet syndrome Meulengracht’s disease Constitutional liver dysfunction Familial nonhemolytic jaundice Hyperbilirubinemia Unconjugated benign bilirubinemia Bilirubin becomes elevated in people with Gilbert syndrome because they have an insufficient amount of a certain liver enzyme that’s necessary to remove it from the body. Many people with Gilbert syndrome will remain asymptomatic, meaning they have no noticeable signs of the condition....
Dole was giddy, Gingrich relieved. The Dole deal seemed heaven-sent: no need to borrow from a bank or solicit donations from interest groups or mortgage the new house in Atlanta. Just a friendly loan from one of the capital’s most admired elder statesmen, proud owner of the Medal of Freedom. But for the speaker the loan has its spiritual costs. For the former hellion of the House–once the eager scourge of the Washington establishment–is being bailed out by the ultimate insider, the man he once derided as “the tax collector for the welfare state....
The request to the wife of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas comes after the committee reportedly obtained emails between Thomas and John Eastman, the lawyer who played a key role in pressuring Vice President Mike Pence to block the election’s certification. The letter sent to Thomas on Thursday said that the congressional committee investigating the U.S. Capitol insurrection had “recently obtained additional information regarding the activities of John Eastman.”...
The 45-year-old leader of far-right party Brothers of Italy declared on Facebook overnight Sunday: “Today we made history.” Exit polls suggest the right-wing coalition that Meloni heads received between 43 and 45 percent of the vote, leaving the center-left and left-wing parties trailing. Meloni is set to become Italy’s first female prime minister, and the first leader from the far right since World War II. Full and final results are due later on Monday....
The Kansas City Police Department were called at around 7:45 a.m. on July 31 to a wreck involving a Chevy Tahoe and a Honda Pilot. When officers arrived at the scene, they were shocked to discover that the driver of the Tahoe was a 10-year-old girl. The girl reportedly woke up that morning and wanted to get some fast food. As her mother was still sleeping, she stole the vehicle and tried to drive to the restaurant herself....
The girl was brought to a clinic in New Delhi by her mother after having blood-tinged tears coming from both eyes for a week. She told doctors the tears would appear spontaneously two to three times per day and were not associated with stress or crying. The bleeding would last for around two minutes. Doctors found there was no history of illness or medicines that may be involved in the condition....
Timonen and Flyers general manager Ron Hextall answered questions during the first intermission of the Flyers’ 3-2 home loss to the Islanders. MORE: NHL’s career-ending concussions | The underrated legacy of Tomas Vokoun “Obviously every time you step on the ice there’s risk, but we all feel the risk is minimal,” Hextall said, according to NHL.com. “So the plan as of now is that he skates (Friday) morning, by himself, and we’ll go from there....
The airline is expected to resume service later in September. But under the terms of its agreement with the FAA, ValuJet will be limited to no more than 15 planes, flying initially to just five cities. That’s less than a third the size of its fleet before the Florida disaster. Rivals like Delta Air Lines have been taking advantage of ValuJet’s troubles to horn in on its markets. Meanwhile, the airline faces a daunting tangle of lawsuits and investigations, NEWSWEEK has learned, including criminal probes into the causes of the Florida crash....
It is called folate when it is found in foods, such as legumes, fruits, and green leafy vegetables. Folic acid is the synthetic version of folate that is found in many fortified foods (such as breads and cereals) and as a supplement. People with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) are at risk for folate deficiency, especially those who are taking methotrexate or sulfasalazine. Why Folic Acid Is Important The body can not make folate or folic acid, so it must be obtained from food and supplements....
Purpose of Folic Acid Folic acid—also referred to in various forms as folacin, folate, pteroylglutamic acid, and vitamin B9—assists the human body in the production of new, healthy cells. But folic acid isn’t only for pregnant people. It’s a vitamin that serves an important function for everyone: helping to create red blood cells. Red blood cells are responsible for transporting oxygen all over the body. When a person doesn’t make enough red blood cells, it means that their blood isn’t able to carry a sufficient amount of oxygen to the rest of their body....
An estimated 26 million adults and 5.6 million children have food allergies. Food allergies in children increased by about 50% between 1997 and 2011. This article highlights important facts and statistics you should know about food allergies. Food Allergies Overview A food allergy occurs when your immune system reacts to specific proteins in food, called allergens. Symptoms of a food allergy can range from a mild, itchy sensation inside the mouth to a life-threatening condition called anaphylaxis....
Many food intolerances (also known as food sensitivities) are caused by deficiencies or reactions in the digestive tract. These food intolerances lead to digestive symptoms such as bloating, diarrhea and gas. Other food intolerances can contribute to symptoms that are not directly related to your digestive tracts, such as migraine headaches or even attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder. Although food intolerances can cause problematic symptoms, it’s generally not considered dangerous. Still, those who have food intolerances may need to avoid the foods that trigger their symptoms....
Your body needs iron to make hemoglobin and myoglobin—proteins in your blood that distribute oxygen. It’s also used to make some hormones. This article looks at iron-rich foods from multiple categories and how much iron you need to maintain your health. Types of Iron Iron comes in two forms: Babies from 6 months to 2 years, teens, adults over 65 Children with high lead exposure Family history of blood abnormalities Being vegetarian or vegan Donating blood frequently Endurance athletes, especially those who menstruate Menstruating, pregnancy, and breastfeeding...
Specifically, researchers from the Girona Biomedical Research Institute (IDIBGI) and Pompeu Fabra University (UPF) in Barcelona, Spain, found that higher intake of proline is linked to depression development. The results of this study were published in Cell Metabolism last month. What Is Proline? The proteins in our bodies are made of various combinations of 20 specific amino acids, nine of which are considered “essential.” The body can’t make these nine amino acids on its own, and we need to take them in through our diet....
What Are the Best Foods for IBS? Researchers have identified two types of food that may be helpful for alleviating IBS gas and pain. Planning your diet around these may help you leave symptoms behind. Soluble Fiber Dietary fiber has important health benefits for IBS and beyond, and evidence points to soluble fiber as superior to insoluble fiber. The evidence is strong enough to prompt a strong recommendation in the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) 2021 guidelines for treating IBS....
Here are the causes, treatments, and preventive tips for common foot problems during pregnancy. You may have different needs than someone else, so you should always check with your healthcare provider before you start or stop any new treatment or exercise program. Foot and Heel Problems Hormones increase during pregnancy. Some of these hormones, such as relaxin, help relax ligaments and other structures to allow a vaginal birth. These same hormones can also relax the ligaments in your feet, leading to flat feet (fallen arches) and overpronation....
