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Fatty liver disease is growing to be a serious problem, as more and more individuals are developing the condition. Unfortunately, many of them are not being diagnosed until it’s too late. Fatty liver disease occurs as a result of fat permeating and surrounding the liver, which causes it to become bogged down and sick, impairing ...click here to read more

If I ask you to list some common symptoms associated with menopause, you’ll probably say hot flashes, brain fog, stoppage of menstruation, and sleep problems. Yes, these are symptoms of menopause, but there are several other symptoms that women may not be aware of or not even realize are associated with menopause. Here are seven ...click here to read more

You may notice that your heart races at night or you experience more frequent heart palpitations. For some, this may actually be an all-day occurrence which is overlooked because you are just too busy during the day to notice. But by the time you relax at night, these symptoms become more apparent. Other people may ...click here to read more

It has been another informative week here at Bel Marra and we have compiled a list of your best articles for your weekly health news roundup. We discussed about the types and causes of involuntary movement, the treatments and home remedies for an irritable bladder, as well as the most likely causes for bone spurs ...click here to read more

Whether you’re just starting menopause or are in it now, you know that it brings with it a slew of uncomfortable symptoms. From hot flashes to restless sleepless nights, menopause can feel like a life sentence. The good news is that these annoying symptoms may actually be temporary and not burden you forever. The small ...click here to read more

Essential oils for gout is an effective remedy available for sufferers of this type of arthritic pain. Gout is a complex form of arthritis that can affect anyone. Men are typically affected more often, but postmenopausal women become increasingly susceptible in their later years. It is thought that female hormones play some role in the ...click here to read more

Bad news for women who experience or who have gone through menopause: research suggests it could increase the risk of Alzheimer’s. The researchers found that metabolic changes occur in perimenopausal women. Two-thirds of Alzheimer’s patients in the U.S. are women. The exact mechanisms that link menopause with Alzheimer’s disease are still unknown, but previous studies ...click here to read more

Smoking, obesity, a poor diet, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and poor sleep can all increase your risk of heart disease. But there is another factor that can increase your risk of heart disease far more than these other risk factors. That is experiencing a traumatic event. Symptoms of heart disease include chest pains, heart ...click here to read more

Cold sweats may seem to be an oxymoron – how can a person be cold and sweating? Well, it is very much possible, and cold sweats are just that – sweating without the presence of heat. Cold sweats can be symptomatic of many illnesses. They are an abnormal reaction, so they should always be addressed ...click here to read more

Attention ladies: Finally, a beer company has you in mind. The Portsmouth Brewery in New Hampshire has developed a craft beer to help you combat those nasty menopausal symptoms. Common symptoms of menopause include insomnia, hot flashes, and headaches. Women experience these symptoms as a result of changing hormones which take place during menopause. The ...click here to read more

This upcoming week of October has been hailed Red Ribbon Week, a time to celebrate good character and combat drug abuse across the nation. For nearly 30 years, red ribbon week has been a conduit used by educators and community leaders to help teach citizens the importance of saying no to drugs and saying yes ...click here to read more

In reality, the feeling of your heart skipping a beat is a little more frightening and, potentially, a lot more serious. Your heart skipping a beat is known as a heart palpitation, and a repeated disruption of its rhythmic beat can turn into an arrhythmia – a potentially serious condition. Have you ever felt your ...click here to read more

Menopause marks the end of a woman’s menstrual cycle and is diagnosed after you’ve gone 12 months without having a period. While this time in a woman’s life does come with many biological changes, a new study finds that the brain of menopausal women uses less energy, a characteristic similarly seen with Alzheimer’s disease patients. ...click here to read more

Uterine polyps are growths that form on the inner walls of the uterus. They may also be referred to as endometrial polyps, as the tissue lining the uterus is called the endometrium. These polyps are usually less than one centimeter in diameter and have the ability to flatten and conform to the shape of the ...click here to read more