Remember Anton Casey, he’s back!

The man who fled S’pore after sneering at the poor here

Anton moaned that he had to “wash the stench of public transport off me” and complained “Who are all these poor people?”. He also called a cab driver a “retard” and said: “”After 11 years of residency, I am still trying to understand THESE people!”

Anton later issued an apology for his Facebook post and said: “I deeply regret having offended and disrespected the people of Singapore. I have the highest respect and regard for Singapore and the good people of Singapore; this is my home. I wish for nothing more than to be forgiven for my poor judgment and given a second chance to rebuild the trust people have had in me as a resident of this wonderful country.”

Many who read his apology felt that it was insincerely made and refused to accept it. Even Minister K Shanmugam joined in the chorus to condemn him.

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Is Briton Anton Casey, whose posts online sparked a furore in 2014, back in Singapore?

Ex-Miss Singapore's Husband apologises for call commuters poor

Anton Casey, the British expatriate whose comments on social media in 2014 sparked such an outrage that he lost his job & left Singapore, may have returned to the country.

The Independent,sg reported on Thursday (Jul 14) that Casey is back in Singapore and is now the investment manager of Football Finance Note, which is run by Swiss Asia Financial Services.

According to its website, Swiss Asia Financial Services has offices in Singapore & Hong Kong.

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Anthony S Casey, Living in Singapore for many years

Written Apr 20 · View Upvotes

Singapore is great! However, it is also quite large. And full of wonderful history and mysteries, people and communities! Many see Singapore as just a center of big international banks. But it's so much more. It's a hub for culture and people to come together.

I think some of its best secrets are in the ways people engage with one another.

The philanthropy groups are the city's best secret.

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British Expat Banker Apologises For Poor Judgment

A day after Mr Anton Casey left Singapore for Perth with his family, his company, Crossinvest Asia has announced that the senior wealth manager is no longer its employee. FOTO: COURTESY OF BERNICE WONG

In a statement on its FaceBook page late Friday night, it said it is deeply concerned that Mr Casey's recent remarks on social media have caused great distress among Singaporeans. "Those comments go against our core corporate and family values that are based on trust, mutual understanding and are respectful of diversity," said the statement.

It said Crossinvest Asia is a family business and Mr Casey's comments "do not represent the culture that we have built over many years". "Accordingly, Crossinvest Asia & Mr Casey have parted ways with immediate effect," it added.

The Straits Times reported today that he & his family left Singapore for Perth on Friday. Mr Casey said it was because of "threats made towards my family". In an email response to The Straits Times, he apologised to the people of Singapore again and offered to do community work "to make amends for my mistakes".

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5 Foods to Keep You Cool

Whether you’re in sunny Singapore or sweltering Manila, beating the blistering heat of summer becomes a priority (next to achieving a bikini body).

Aside from switching your wardrobe to lighter and more breathable fabrics to stay comfortable, you also drink more fluids to prevent your body from overheating. You may have your handy water bottles within reach, but you can also munch your way to staying cool and refreshed.

Here are five foods that will work like your very own internal air conditioning.

Cucumbers

Watermelon

Leafy greens

Citrus fruits

Mint

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Fifth unnatural deaths this month

Update 2 Aug 2016: Man, 34, found dead in toilet at Haig Road Food Centre

A 34-yr-old man was found dead at Haig Road Market and Food Centre on Sun (Jul 31).

Stomp contributor Roger came across the incident at about 6:00pm and alerted the citizen journalism website.

The man was found in the toilet and police officers had cordoned off the toilet area, the contributor told Stomp.

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On 21 Jul, the remains of a missing woman was found in Lim Chu Kang and a 48-year-old man was arrested for murder.

On 18 Jul, the Police arrested a 47-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder and that he has been involved in a fight with a 55-year-old man on 13 Jul. The injured man was conveyed unconscious to Singapore General Hospital, and was pronounced dead at 4.48pm on Saturday (16 Jul).

On Jul 11, a man was stabbed to death in front of Jalan Bear hostel. No arrests have been made and the case has been classified as murder.

On Jul 9, a badly bruised and bloodied body of a 26-year-old man was found along the corridor of the sixth floor of Block 279 Yishun Street 22. Police have classified the case as an unnatural death and has arrested a suspect.

On 9 Jul, a 52-year-old coffeeshop helper was found dead after a fight at Lorong 23 Geylang. Police arrested a 64-year-old man for this murder.

PRC engineer allegedly demanded marriage before she was murdered

A 48-year-old man was arrested on Wednesday (July 20) after he allegedly murdered 31-year-old Chinese national Ms Cui Yajie. Ms Cui worked as an engineer in Mediatek, a local semiconductor company in Fusionopolis. She was last seen alive on July 11 at about 9.15pm in her office.

The police received a missing person report on the 14 July and managed to identify the suspect on 20 July. The arrested him on the same day. The suspect, Leslie Khoo Kwee Hock, led police to Lim Chu Kang Lane 8 later that night, where they found Ms Cui’s body on a deserted road near dairy farms.

Khoo was charged on 21 Jul for the the murder of the woman. He allegedly killed her between 8am and 10.11am last Tuesday at Gardens by the Bay East in Marina Bay. He did not use any weapons to commit the murder.

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Singapore see 5 murder cases in the past two weeks

There have been 5 murder cases uncovered in the past two weeks, prompting the Deputy Police Commissioner to issue a statement reiterating that the police will make sure offenders “face the full brunt of the law”

On July 9th, there were two murder cases. The first victim was Shawn Ignatius Rodrigues, 26, who was found dead outside a flat at Block 279 in Yishun. Shawn was murdered by his church friend, a 20-year-old National Serviceman who was the target of affection by the victim. The second murder victim is a 52 year old coffee shop helper, Goh Eng Thiam, who was stabbed to death by a 64 year old in a fight at Geylang Lorong 23.

On July 11th, murder victim Chua Meng Guan was stabbed to death outside a pub in Jalan Besar after challenging someone to a fight. The murderer is still not found. On July 19th, 55-year-old Arokiasamy Paul Rajoo was killed by a 47-year-old man at Taj Mahal Bollywood Music Lounge on the third level of 61, Boat Quay. The cause of death is unknown.

On July 20th, a 31-year-old lady from China, Cui Ya Jie, was murdered by her 48-year-old boyfriend, a charity volunteer, and her remains was hidden in Lim Chu Kang Lane 8.

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Remains of missing woman found in Lim Chu Kang; 48-year-old man arrested for murder

Photo: Singapore Police Force

A man has been arrested for the murder of a woman who had been missing for over a week, the police said in a statement today (Jul 21).

The remains of 31-yr-old Cui Yajie were discovered in Lim Chu Kang yesterday (Jul 20).

She was last seen at Fusionopolis Walk at about 9:15pm on Jul 11.

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Man arrested in connection with death of missing woman found in Lim Chu Kang

The remains of the woman, whom police believe is that of missing 31-year-old Cui Yajie, were found at Lim Chu Kang Lane 8 on Wednesday (20 July). Police established the identity of the suspect who was subsequently arrested on the same day.

Leslie Khoo Kwee Hock, 48, has been charged with the murder of Cui Yajie. Khoo is accused of murdering the 31-year-old on Jul 12 at Gardens by the Bay, between 8am and 10.11am, according to the charge sheet.

If found guilty of murder, Khoo will be sent to the gallows.

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Four unnatural deaths in just a few days

Two days after the report of an unnatural death in Jalan Besar, another happened in Boat Quay. The murder which happened on 13 Jul, was reported by the police yesterday (18 Jul). The murder in Boat Quay is the fourth reported in series of murders or unnatural deaths, which are all unrelated to the other.

Police said that a 47-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder and that he has been involved in a fight with a 55-year-old man. The injured man was conveyed unconscious to Singapore General Hospital, and was pronounced dead at 4.48pm on Saturday (16 Jul).

Police said it was alerted to the incident at a pub along Boat Quay last Wednesday (July 13) at 5.28am, and arrested the accused on Monday.

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Man charged over Boat Quay murder

Thennarasu is accused of murdering Mr Arokiasamy early last Wednesday morning at Taj Mahal Bollywood Music Lounge at Boat Quay

A 47-yr-old man was yesterday charged with the murder of a 55-yr-old man in a Boat Quay pub last week.

Thennarasu Karupiah is accused of causing Mr Arokiasamy Paul Rajoo's death between 5am and 5:25am last Wednesday at Taj Mahal Bollywood Music Lounge on the third level of 61, Boat Quay.

The charge of murder with intention, which was read out in Tamil, did not state how Thennarasu is alleged to have committed the crime.

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Man charged with murder at Boat Quay pub

Taj Mahal Bollywood Music Lounge @ 61 Boat Quay

In a news release on Monday, the Singapore Police Force (SPF) said it received a call requesting for assistance at the pub last Wednesday at about 5:28am.

Upon arrival, it established that Mr Arokiasamy had been taken unconscious to the Singapore General Hospital. He was pronounced dead more than three days later at about 4:48pm last Saturday.

Thennarasu was arrested on Monday, SPF said. He faces the mandatory death penalty if convicted.

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Third unnatural death in just as many days – Man stabbed to death in Jalan Besar

After the unnatural death of a man in Geylang and another in Yishun, yet another has happened in just a few short days. STOMP reported that a man was stabbed in front of Jalan Bear hostel late on Monday (11 Jul) night.

The incident happened outside The Trey Hostel along Jalan Besar at about 11.20pm, and according to eyewitnesses, two men were seen fighting outside the KTV pub beside the hostel.

The two men were heard shouting at each other before one of them stabbed the other with what seemed to be a knife.

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Stabbing in front of Jalan Besar hostel

A man was found dead after allegedly being stabbed by another man outside The Trey Hostel along Jalan Besar at about 11:20pm on Jul 11 2016. Stomp was at the scene.

According to 2 eyewitnesses, who were in the area when the incident happened, they saw two men fighting outside the KTV pub beside the hostel. The 2 men were heard shouting at each other before one of them stabbed the other with what seemed to be a knife.

When Stomp arrived at the scene, the body had already been covered by a police tent

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Argument over money turns into fatal stabbing at Jalan Besar

ARGUMENT: A man staying at The Trey said he saw the victim and the other man come out of the next-door lounge at about 11.30pm yesterday.TNP FOTO: JEREMY LONG

The 2 men came out of the Jalan Besar KTV lounge last night, quarrelling loudly.

The argument got so intense, they had to be separated by a friend.

Things then turned bloody as 1 man allegedly stabbed the other in the chest with a knife. The man died from his injuries.

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20-year-old arrested after man found dead in Yishun

In less than 24 hours, another man was killed in Singapore on Saturday (Jul 9)

Police were alerted to a call at 7:57pm, requesting for assistance at Blk 279 Yishun Street 22.

Upon arrival, a 26-yr-old man was found lying motionless at the said location, police said in a statement.

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Man found dead at Yishun, 20-year-old suspect arrested

A 26-yr-old man was found dead outside a unit on the 6th floor at Block 279 Yishun Street 22 on Saturday (Jul 9).

A 20-yr-old male suspect was arrested in connection to the case, said the police.

The police were first alerted at 7:57pm requesting for assistance, and paramedics pronounced the man dead at 8:29pm. Police investigations are ongoing.

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Police warn against public speculation in Yishun death case

Police removing the body of the deceased at Block 279, Yishun Street 22.ST FOTO: CHEW SENG KIM

The police have advised the public to refrain from commenting or speculating on the case of a man being found dead in Yishun on Saturday (Jul 9).

In a news release on Monday, police said a "thorough investigation" into the unnatural death is ongoing and that people are free to comment on the matter after the "full and true" facts are established in court.

Laying out the timeline of the case, police said it received a call at 7:57pm on Saturday requesting for assistance at Block 279, Yishun St 22.

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Man found dead in Geylang

The prolonged and open display of Mr Niu-ge's body prompted outrage from his relative, who arrived on the scene at 12:30pm

The body of a man was found in a pool of blood at Geylang Lor 23 on Saturday morning (Jul 9).

The police said in a statement that they received a call at 8:00am requesting for assistance at Lorong 23 Geylang.

"Upon arrival, a 52-yr-old man was found lying motionless at the said location and he was pronounced dead by paramedics at the scene at about 8:11am," the police said.

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Murder at Geylang: Why was body left in open for so long?

EXPOSED: (Above) Mr Niu-ge's bloodied body at the roadside along Lorong 23 Geylang. TNP FOTO: ISKANDAR ROSSALI

A 52-yr-old coffeeshop helper, known as Niu-ge, was found dead after a fight at Lorong 23 Geylang yesterday at 8:00am.

5 hours later, his bloodied corpse, which had visible injuries to the face, was lying on the road and his head was resting on the kerb.

Witnesses say the body was initially covered with a white cloth and a blue tent.

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52-yr-old man killed in suspected fight at Geylang Lorong 23

A victim lies bloodied on the road in Geylang after he was killed by someone he got into a dispute with.

A Stomper shared the photos with Stomp at about 9:30am, saying that the incident just happened today (Jul 9).

The photos show that the incident happened at Lorong 23 Geylang, near the junction of Geylang Road.

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Man stabbed outside Jalan Besar pub; police classify case as murder
Man found dead outside Jalan Besar pub
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Police warn against public speculation in Yishun death case
Yishun death: He was harmless & didn't bother anyone
Man found dead at Yishun, 20-year-old suspect arrested
Police gives background details surrounding 26-year-old man's death
Yishun death: Victim and suspect attended same church, Courts
20-year-old arrested after man found dead in Yishun, AsiaOne Crime
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Yishun death: Sister of man arrested claims victim was stalking brother
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Murder at Geylang: Why was body left in open for so long?
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Death of 52-year-old man in Geylang ruled as murder

Third unnatural death in just as many days

Suspect leads police to body believed to be that of missing woman

She was last seen on Jul 11 at 9:15pm around Fusionopolis Walk at one-north in Buona Vista.

When Ms Cui Yajie, 31, an engineer, did not show up for work the next day, her colleagues felt something was amiss.

2 days later, they filed a missing person report. The police made a public appeal for her whereabouts the next day.

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Recent Murders in Heartland Singapore

When a lovers' spat gets out of control, passion and anger can form a very deadly mixture as recent events have shown.

On Sunday (March 13), a 68-year-old man was arrested for allegedly killing his wife at their Compassvale Flat. A day later, on Monday (March 14), an odd-job labourer was sentenced to 9 1/2 years' jail and three strokes of the cane for killing his Vietnamese girlfriend during a drug-fuelled argument on Nov 20, 2014.

Here are six other recent incidents of couples killing one another in Singapore:

• YUAN CHING ROAD DOUBLE DEATH
• HEADLESS BODY IN WHAMPOA RIVER
• YISHUN TRIPLE MURDER
• ARGUMENT LEADS TO STRANGLING IN CHOA CHU KANG
• SENJA ROAD MURDER
• TEMPESTUOUS AFFAIR ENDS IN YISHUN MURDER-SUICIDE

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3 Murders In Singapore Within 2 Days

Just within these past two days, newspapers reported on 3 cases of murders committed by foreigners in Singapore.

• Thai woman murders Singaporean man by throwing him off his high rise North Bridge Road flat.
• China man stabs his girlfriend after he suspects she has another man.
• Indian national bashes fellow Indian's head in with rock, tree branch and slabs of concrete.

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Durian Myths: "De-myth-tified"

Indonesian Thornless Durian

Durian: a must try for expats!

It's durian season! For many expats this means now is the time to try this iconic Southeast Asian fruit (if you haven't already).

With its strong smell, unique texture and unmistakable spiky exterior, the durian is not only Singapore's national fruit but it is also known as the King of fruits.

Aside from a primarily "love it or hate it" reputation, the durian also is reputed to be many things. Yes, the myths about this distinctly regional fruit abound.

As we like to do around here, we've gone digging for the truth. Here's what we found:

Myth: You cannot bring durian (even the packaged variety) on public transportation.

Verdict: True!  It is in fact illegal to being this smelly "treat" on public transportation. Yes, you will be fined.

Myth: durian is bad for you.

Verdict: True and false. Durian is actually rich in many essential nutrients including Potassium, fibre, vitamins C and B complex and iron. But it is high in calories and loaded with sugar. 1 kg sized durian having close to 1,350 calories whereas an average cheeseburger with fries is approximately 600 calories.

Myth: Durians are high in cholesterol and saturated fats (the bad fats).

Verdict: False. Durians actually have no cholesterol, zero. (Take that, cheeseburger!) While they are high in monounsaturated fats, these are the “good” fats that can help to lower cholesterol.

Myth: Durians cannot be combined with alcohol. (The supposed consequences range from becoming ill to dying.)

Verdict: False. There is nothing to prevent you from eating durian while enjoying a pint...but, this doesn’t sound even remotely like a tasty combination. Perhaps because durian is so high in sugar, which can be hard on your liver, combined with alcohol which is also hard on your liver, the tales of death started circulating?

Myth: Durians should be eaten with mangosteen. The cooling fruit of the mangosteen will balance the heatiness of the durian.

Verdict: False. Durians are often described as having varying intensity of “heatiness” (though, as an expat not fond of durian, I’m not really sure I understand this adjective. I can think of others to describe durians but best to let you be the judge.) Mangosteens are said to have a cooling effect. But it seems this myth has more to do with the fact that the two fruits are in season at the same time.

Myth: Durians are an aphrodisiac.

Verdict: Unless you and your mate are both durian lovers, I can’t see how this could be true. But we’ll let you durian fans draw your own conclusions on this one.

Myth: Durians can kill you.

Verdict: True. But not by the smell (even though it may feel like that sometimes). There are several reports about durians falling from high onto people’s heads. These are freak, uncommon incidents, but we do want to draw your attention to its dangerous, spikey exterior. Handle with care as dropping on your foot can be VERY painful.

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Saliva is more than just water in your mouth

Our saliva is ninety-nine per cent water. The remaining one per cent, however, contains numerous substances important for digestion, dental health and control of microbial growth in the mouth.

The salivary glands in our mouth produce about 1-2 litres of saliva daily. Blood plasma is used as the basis, from which the salivary glands extract some substances and add various others. The list of ingredients found so far in saliva is long, and growing. Just as varied are the many functions, of which only a few major ones will be outlined below.

An important role of saliva during eating is based in its sliminess. During mastication the dry, crumbly or disintegrating food turns into a soft, cohesive lump, the “bolus”.1 This bolus is held together by long, thread-like molecules, the mucins, which get tangled up at their ends. Moreover, mucins bind large quantities of water and thus keep the bolus moist and soft. This is important for us not to choke on the food or let the oesophagus get damaged by rough food particles.

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Saliva is the spiritual fluid in the body

Many people are unaware that the legendary fountain of youth is actually contained within their own body. Yes, those everyday fluids of saliva, urine, breastmilk, semen and tears all have powerful healing properties that keep you healthy and young! Rather than reaching for expensive, invasive or toxic substances to preserve your youth and health, start to understand what your own body produces, and how it can act as your personal, free, and powerful fountain of youth.

Even though the mouth contains bacteria from undigested food, wounds heal much more quickly there than those in other locations, such as the skin and bones, and they tend to heal without scarring. Today, science has found that saliva has the components of a healing agent, and that the ancient wisdom is correct. As a result of these findings, scientists have been working to isolate the parts of saliva that contribute to the healing of wounds and burns, with the hope and intention of creating new drugs. An ever-expanding literature exists indicating that the salivary glands secrete a wide range of growth factors, and animal studies with epidermal growth factor have provided evidence for a role in both oral and systemic health, through the promotion of wound healing. Thus, saliva holds the potential to enhance tissue regeneration and homeostasis.

Saliva contains exactly what we need for healing: antimicrobial agents, enzymes, antibodies, growth factors and even an analgesic! A protein called lysozyme can actually break down bacteria, and neutralize it, and some salivary proteins have even been found to neutralize the HIV virus (which is why people are much less likely to get the virus through oral sex). Among the antimicrobial agents saliva contains are antibacterial, antiviral, anti-fungal, and anti-inflammatory agents. (enzymes lysozyme, peroxidase, lactoferrin, defensins, cystatins and an antibody, IgA, thrombospondin).

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Healing Properties Of Saliva

As it is known, saliva is composed of 99% water, proteins, enzymes and some antimicrobial components produced by salivary glands. Primarily, it acts like a lubricant in the mouth to help digestion and speech, but aside from these, it is also beneficial in maintaining good dental health and has antimicrobial functions.

Our mouth is the entry into our body not only for food but for microorganisms also. The warm and moist surfaces of our oral cavity promote growth of various microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses and fungi. Being a reservoir of so many microbes, the mouth is equipped with such substance as saliva that acts as our body’s first line of defense against pathogenic microorganisms through its antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral and other protecting properties.

Salivary flow itself can mechanically remove microorganisms from the mouth, therefore insufficient production of saliva can contribute to formation of dental caries as well as oral yeast and viral infections. Salivary proteins, on the other hand, act in a more complex manner. For instance, salivary lysozyme is capable of bacterial cell wall disruption and neutralization of certain viruses. Iron, an essential mineral for bacterial growth, binds to lactoferrin found in the saliva thus preventing bacteria from multiplying. In addition, lactoferrin also has aggregating action with agglutinins which can bind and clump bacterial cells together for an efficient elimination from the mouth via mechanical action of saliva or swallowing. Mucin and immunoglobulins implement their antimicrobial actions by inhibiting adherence of bacteria into oral surfaces.

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Science behind human saliva

It is probably surprising for most people to learn that saliva has been used in diagnostics for more than 2000 years. Ancient doctors of traditional Chinese medicine have concluded that saliva and blood are “brothers” in the body and they come from the same origin. It is believed that changes in saliva are indicative of the wellness of the patient. The thickness and smell of saliva, as well as patients’ gustatory sensation of their own saliva are all used as symptoms of a certain disease state of the body.

Saliva is produced and secreted from salivary glands. The basic secretary units of salivary glands are clusters of cells called acini. These cells secrete a fluid that contains water, electrolytes, mucus, and enzymes, all of which flow out of the acinus into collecting ducts. Within the ducts, the composition of the secretion is altered. Much of the sodium is actively reabsorbed, potassium is secreted, and large quantities of bicarbonate ion are secreted. Small collecting ducts within salivary glands lead into larger ducts, eventually forming a single large duct that empties into the oral cavity.

Saliva serves many roles, some of which are important to all species and others to only a few:

• Lubrication and binding: The mucus in saliva[40] is extremely effective in binding masticated food into a slippery bolus that (usually) slides easily through the esophagus[41] without inflicting damage to the mucosa.
• Solubilization of dry food: In order to be tasted, the molecules in food must be solubilized.
• Oral hygiene: The oral cavity is almost constantly flushed with saliva, which floats away food debris and keeps the mouth relatively clean. The flow of saliva diminishes considerably during sleep, allow populations of bacteria to build up in the mouth – the result is dragon breath in the morning. Saliva also contains lysozyme, an enzyme that lyses many bacteria and prevents the overgrowth of oral microbial populations.
• Initiation of starch digestion: In most species, the serous and acinar cells secrete an alpha amylase which can begin to digest dietary starch into maltose.

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Saliva

Saliva is a watery substance located in the mouths of humans and animals, secreted by the salivary glands. Human saliva is 99.5% water, while the other 0.5% consists of electrolytes, mucus, white blood cells, epithelial cells (which can be used to extract DNA), glycoproteins, enzymes (such as amylase), antimicrobial agents such as secretory IgA and lysozyme.

The enzymes found in saliva are essential in beginning the process of digestion of dietary starches and fats. These enzymes also play a role in breaking down food particles entrapped within dental crevices, protecting teeth from bacterial decay. Furthermore, saliva serves a lubricative function, wetting food and permitting the initiation of swallowing, and protecting the mucosal surfaces of the oral cavity from desiccation.

Various species have special uses for saliva that go beyond predigestion. Some swifts use their gummy saliva to build nests. Aerodramus nests are prized for use in bird's nest soup.[4] Cobras, vipers, and certain other members of the venom clade hunt with venomous saliva injected by fangs. Some arthropods, such as spiders and caterpillars, create thread from salivary glands.

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Saliva and Your Mouth

Saliva is a clear liquid made by several glands in your mouth area.

Saliva is an important part of a healthy body. It is mostly made of water. But saliva also contains important substances that your body needs to digest food and keep your teeth strong.

Saliva is important because it:

• Keeps your mouth moist and comfortable
• Helps you chew, taste, and swallow
• Fights germs in your mouth and prevents bad breath
• Has proteins and minerals that protect tooth enamel and prevent tooth decay and gum disease
• Helps keep dentures securely in place

You make saliva when you chew. The harder you chew, the more saliva you make. Sucking on a hard candy or cough drop helps you make saliva, too.

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Researchers have discovered a new life form in our saliva, and it's linked to human disease

Researchers in the US have discovered a brand new life form hiding inside our saliva – a type of parasitic bacteria called Bdellovibrio.

The bacterium only has 700 genes and is the first strain ever discovered that's completely dependent on other bacterium for survival. If that wasn't creepy enough, this new life form has also been linked to a whole range of human diseases, including gum disease, cystic fibrosis, and antimicrobial resistance.

The new parasite was discovered after scientists from the University of Washington School of Dentistry discovered a mysterious fragment of RNA in human saliva tests that didn't match any known organisms.

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Saliva

Saliva is the watery and usually somewhat frothy substance produced in the mouths of some animals, including humans.

Produced in salivary glands, saliva is 98% water, but it contains many important substances, including electrolytes, mucus, antibacterial compounds and various enzymes. The digestive functions of saliva include moistening food, and helping to create a food bolus, so it can be swallowed easily.

Saliva contains the enzyme amylase that breaks some starches down into maltose and dextrin. Thus, digestion of food occurs within the mouth, even before food reaches the stomach.

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What is Spit?

Pull a lollipop out of your mouth and you'll see it. Wake up after drooling on your pillow and you'll feel it. That's right, it's spit, also known as saliva. Saliva is a clear liquid that's made in your mouth 24 hours a day, every day. It's made up mostly of water, with a few other chemicals. The slippery stuff is produced by the salivary glands. These glands are found on the inside of each cheek, on the bottom of the mouth, and under the jaw at the very front of the mouth. They secrete, or ooze, about 2 to 4 pints (or about 1 to 2 liters) of spit into your mouth every day!

Spit is super for lots of reasons. Saliva wets food and makes it easier to swallow. Without saliva, a grilled cheese sandwich would be dry and difficult to gulp down. It also helps the tongue by allowing you to taste. A dry tongue can't tell how things taste — it needs saliva to keep it wet. Spit helps begin the process of digestion, too. Before food hits your stomach, saliva starts to break it down while the food's still in your mouth. It does this with the help of enzymes, special chemicals found in the saliva. The combination of chewing food and coating it with saliva makes the tongue's job a bit easier - it can push wet, chewed food toward the throat more easily.

Saliva also cleans the inside of your mouth and rinses your teeth to help keep them clean. (But remember that spit isn't enough to keep teeth in tip-top shape; you still need to brush and floss!) The enzymes in saliva also help to fight off infections in the mouth. Most school-age kids have just the right amount of saliva. Sometimes a person may not have enough saliva, but this is usually the result of certain medicines or treatments, some kinds of diseases, or old age.

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Beautician spits on customer's face

Nothing rejuvenates your face better than a massage with a nice dollop of warm saliva.

No clear information on where it happened, although the video was originally posted on a Singaporean Facebook page.

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The disgusting video that will make you think twice about getting a facial: Beautician SPITS on a customer's face and smears it in as he lies blissfully unaware

Revolting vision of a salon worker spitting into her customer’s face will make you think twice about where you go for beauty treatments.

The beautician can be seen repeatedly spitting onto the unassuming man's forehead and smearing it into his skin.

Believed to be filmed in Singapore, the video shows the worker pausing to give the camera a thumbs.

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Not the sort of facial you ever want, salon worker uses SPIT on man’s face

WHAT is she doing? A beauty therapist has been caught spitting on an
unsuspecting customer’s face.

A shocking video, which has been widely shared on Facebook, shows a salon
worker dribbling on the man’s forehead then rubbing the saliva into his
cheeks and chin.

It’s not entirely clear why she does that, but it seems as if the customer,
whose eyes are closed, has no idea what is going on.

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Beauty therapist caught on camera spitting in customer's face during facial treatment

Sick: The therapist spits on a customer's face during treatment

The worker smirks and gives the camera a thumbs up before returning to the client who is on a massage table with her eyes closed

This is the disgusting moment a beautician SPITS in the face of an unsuspecting customer.

The worker smirks and gives the camera a thumbs up before returning to the client who is on a massage table with her eyes closed.


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Why the oldies peel the skin off a Pau

I can kind of imagine how the dim sum masters of yore were like- they had really bad teeth and breath.

I was once told how these folks used to spit-spray a cup of light sulphur water, with their mouths, onto a tray of just made paus just so it comes out clean and white after steaming.”.

I suspect their mouths would rot and the teeth enamel will thin off. The thought felt preposterous but Mr Billy Whey confirmed it, adding “which is why many older folks peel the “skin” of a pau before they eat it”. He comments come eminently qualified - he is the second generation owner of Teck Kee Tanglin Pau chain of dim sum shops.

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Love durians? Watch the disgusting way this Malaysian seller wraps your favourite fruit

Durian season is here again and Singaporeans will be flocking to durian stalls everywhere to get their fix for the king of fruits.

Not to burst your bubble but after watching this video, you may not be rushing to get some of that sweet yellow flesh.

Stomper Thomas shared with Stomp a video of a durian seller packaging durians that will make your stomach turn.

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Durian seller 'spits' on fruits while packing

Malaysian police said they will be contacting a man who allegedly "spat" into packets of durian he was wrapping. They want to get his statement on the matter.

On Wed (May 18) night, a 2-minute video of a man apparently spitting into packets of durian he was wrapping went viral on social media.

It was shared on WhatsApp and Facebook, drawing the ire and disgust of netizens, reported The Star.

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'Spit and wrap' durian stall mysteriously disappears overnight

Less than two days after a video showing a durian seller 'spitting' on each packet of the fruit went viral online, the stall located near a Petron station in Taman Sri Gombak has mysteriously 'disappeared'.

Malay daily Sinar Harian reported that the Zone 4 Residents Committee (JKP) in Selayang advised the four Indonesians running the stall to shut it down as they were operating without a proper permit.

According to Amir Fazlee Khalid, the durian sellers initially ignored their warnings, but after the video drew the ire of Netizens, they had decided to shut the stall down for good.

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