SM BLOG

Share this page Guardiola had twice been warned by the FA about wearing the yellow ribbon Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has been charged by the Football Association for "wearing a political message, specifically a yellow ribbon". He breached the FA's kit and advertising regulations,  the governing body said. Guardiola  said in November  he wears the ribbon to support imprisoned politicians in his native Catalonia. The ex-Barcelona and Spain midfielder has until 18:00 GMT on Monday, 5 March to respond to the charge. The FA had spoken to Guardiola about the issue in mid-December and two formal warnings have been given which were ignored. The charge was then triggered when he again wore it pitchside - he is free to wear it elsewhere - during City's shock FA Cup loss against Wigan on Monday. Two key members of the Catalan independence movement were  held without bail  after an independence vote in October, which the Madrid gove...

What is tooth decay (caries or cavities)? Tooth decay (destruction of tooth structure) is the disease known as caries or cavities. Tooth decay is a highly preventable disease caused by bacteria and other factors. It can occur when foods containing carbohydrates (sugars and starches), such as milk, soda, raisins, candy, cake, fruit juices, cereals, and bread, are left on the teeth. Bacteria that normally live in the mouth change these foods, producing acids. The combination of bacteria, food, acid, and saliva form a substance called plaque that sticks to the teeth. Over time, the acids produced by the bacteria eat away at the tooth enamel, causing cavities. Who is at risk for tooth decay? We all host bacteria in our mouths which makes everyone a potential target for cavities. Risk factors that put a person at a higher risk for tooth decay include: High levels of the bacteria that cause cavities Diets high in sweets, carbohydrates, and sugars Water supp...

By  Editor Every time we go out at the  weekend  and have a tad too much to drink, we joke about the damage we’re doing to our liver. But have you ever stopped to really think about the damage you’re doing and how diet can play an important role in keeping your liver healthy? In this article, we list eight important foods that you should eat to keep a healthy liver. 1) Cabbage: Cabbage isn’t to everyones taste but if you don’t mind it, it’s well worth eating more of it as it boosts enzymes in your liver that eliminate pesky toxins. 2) Broccoli: Broccoli is perhaps more well-known as a “brain food” but it also supports your liver – just like its brassica vegetable siblings, such as cauliflower, cabbage and Brussels sprouts. 3) Grapefruit: One of the most bitter fruits on the planet, grapefruit is a great way to get your metabolism firing in the morning. It’s a bit of an acquired taste but if you love it, it’s time to eat more of it as grapefruit clean...

Preparation time 30 mins to 1 hour Cooking time 30 mins to 1 hour Serves Serves 4-6 This recipe makes excellent use of a whole chicken. Serve with rice, or if you have time, homemade roti. This meal, if served as six portions, provides 491kcal, 59g protein, 27g carbohydrate (of which 6g sugars), 15g fat (of which 3g saturates), 7g fibre and 0.7g salt per portion. By   Helen Mills From   The Hairy Bikers: Mums Know Best Add to favourites Shopping list Print recipe Ingredients 1 medium  chicken , prefereably free-range, jointed into 8 pieces 3 tbsp  curry powder , mild or hot, depending on taste 2–3 tbsp  vegetable oil 2 medium  onions , sliced 2–3  garlic  cloves, finely sliced 2 medium  waxy potatoes , chopped into 2cm/¾in cubes 2 red  chillies , seeds removed and finely chopped 2 tbsp  garam masala 600ml/20fl oz  chicken stock 3–4  spring onions , chop...

Image caption Mr Pal lost his vision because of the tumour Doctors in India who have removed a 1.8kg (3.9lb) brain tumour from a 31-year-old man say it could be the largest in the world. The surgery, which lasted seven hours, took place on 14 February at the Nair hospital in the western city of Mumbai. But the procedure was not made public as doctors were not sure until now if it had been successful. "Now it's a matter of recovery but he's out of danger", Dr Trimurti Nadkarni, chief of neurosurgery, told the BBC. Santlal Pal, a shopkeeper from the northern state of Uttar Pradesh, had been living with the tumour for three years before his surgery was carried out. Doctors said Mr Pal had lost his vision because of the tumour but hoped he would regain it as he continued to recover from the operation. Indian surgeons separate twins joined at the head A paralysed Indian child's 45-day journey for surgery India doctor fight during operation goes viral ...

Image copyright GETTY IMAGES Concerns about the harm caused by "too much" screen time - particularly when it is spent on social media - are widespread. But working out what a "healthy" amount might be is far from easy. Headlines rarely soothe nerves. Apple's Tim Cook recently said he  would not want his nephew on a social network , while child health experts wrote to Facebook warning  excessive use of digital devices and social media "is harmful to children and teens" . There are many other such examples. Some negative experiences on social media - like bullying, or becoming worried about how your appearance compares to others - can and do affect some children and young people. However, this does not mean that technology use in general is harmful and it is difficult to make claims about how it will affect different people. Indeed, some studies suggest that using social media can bring benefits, or have no effect on wellbeing at all. An  ...