Author Archives : Devon Andre

Devon Andre has been involved in the health and dietary supplement industry for a number of years. Devon has written extensively for Bel Marra Health. He has a Bachelor of Forensic Science from the University of Windsor, and went on to complete a Juris Doctor from the University of Pittsburgh. Devon is keenly aware of trends and new developments in the area of health and wellness. He embraces an active lifestyle combining diet, exercise and healthy choices. By working to inform readers of the options available to them, he hopes to improve their health and quality of life.

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Study Shows Hidden Visceral Fat Levels Useful for Alzheimer’s Disease Prediction

A new study has found that a specific type of body fat might be linked to the abnormal proteins in the brain associated with Alzheimer’s disease, even up to 20 years before symptoms of dementia appear. Scientists highlighted that lifestyle changes aimed at reducing visceral fat might lower the chances of developing Alzheimer’s during this ...click here to read more

Men and Women Show Difference in Effect of Sleep on Blood Pressure, Study Investigates Why

Sleep is often called a “magic pill” for the body. It provides many benefits, like strengthening the immune system, controlling blood sugar, and lowering the risk of heart attacks and strokes. While researchers have observed differences in how men and women sleep, it’s unclear whether these differences serve unique purposes, especially regarding heart health. A ...click here to read more

Sedentary Behavior and Heart Health Risk: Key Findings of a Recent Study

A study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC) highlights the risks associated with spending too much time sitting, reclining, or lying down. The research found that spending over 10.5 hours a day being sedentary could significantly increase the risk of developing heart problems, such as heart failure, and even lead ...click here to read more

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Loneliness Can Increase Dementia Risk, Large New Study Shows

A recent study led by researchers from Florida State University College of Medicine explored the connection between dementia and loneliness. Data from more than 600,000 individuals globally was analyzed in this research, making it the largest study for this kind of research. This study, known as a meta-analysis, reviewed 21 different long-term studies to better ...click here to read more

Five Nation Study Shows Critical Role of Vision and Hearing Health in Dementia Care

A new study conducted across five European countries is the largest randomized controlled trial ever done to see how effective a combined hearing and vision rehabilitation program can be for people with dementia living at home. This study, led by experts from Trinity College and the Global Brain Health Institute (GBHI), has been published in ...click here to read more

Study Reveals Reduced Muscle Activation Efficiency in Hip Osteoarthritis Patients

A recent study from Edith Cowan University (ECU) suggests that people with hip osteoarthritis might struggle to activate their muscles efficiently, and this could be more of a mental issue than a physical one. Dr. Myles Murphy, a post-doctoral research fellow at ECU, conducted this research. He explored how muscle function is affected in patients ...click here to read more

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