Ayurvedic benefits for dogs

SAN FRANCISCO: Microsoft is preparing to complete a large piece of its cloud gaming puzzle when it brings the option to Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S sometime this holiday season. According to Engadget, a random group of Alpha Skip-Ahead and Alpha Insiders can try cloud gaming on their consoles. The test will expand to more Insiders and members of other preview rings in the coming weeks. You can try cloud gaming if you have access by looking for the cloud icon on titles in the Xbox Game Pass library. To see a full list of games you can stream, go to My Games and Apps, then Full Library and Xbox Game Pass, and change the filter to Cloud Gaming. —IANS

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Ayurveda, the ancient system of holistic medicine, is the oldest globally and dates back to 6,000 BC. This system of wisdom applies to every living being, including our canine friends too. In the ancient Ayurvedic texts, there is a mention of veterinary medicine that focuses on animal welfare, treatment therapies, management, and surgery. Sali Hotra is regarded as the pioneer and is credited to be an animal healer. Mentioned below are a few Ayurvedic herbs and oils to boost your dog's health and well-being.

Ashwagandha: Just like human beings, pets too sense the good and bad around them in their surroundings. This Vata-balancing herb can help in calming down your pet.

Neem oil: The hearing ability of dogs is far more superior when compared to that of human beings.

Unpleasant noise can make your pet experience anxiety and increase stress. A few drops of neem oil can be gently rubbed inside the dog's ear. This will enhance its auditory experience.

Triphala: Ayurveda suggests that natural ingredients which are free from artificial colouring agents and processing components are highly recommended. Triphala, which is high in antioxidant properties, can support overall digestive health.

Use sesame oil or coconut oil: These two oils can be used to massage the foot of your furry friend. Besides being nourishing, the practice will also help in releasing tension in the muscles and tendons.

—IANS an hour and a half to one that was very pleasant and lasted about five minutes. And yet, the practice of taking a cold shower for health benefits never truly went away and, indeed, seems to be enjoying a resurgence. Especially among Silicon Valley types. But what does the evidence show?

A large study from the Netherlands found that people who took a cold shower were less likely than those who took a warm shower to take time off work due to sickness. A group of over 3,000 people was

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When the cold water stops, the body has to warm itself up, so there is an increase in blood flow to the surface of the skin. Aside from the physical benefits, cold showers could have mental health benefits too. In older adults, cold water applied to the face and neck has been shown to improve brain function. A cold shower may also help relieve symptomsof depression. —PTI

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