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Multivitamins are an effective way to supplement diets that do not provide a person’s daily recommended vitamin intake. It is estimated that millions of American take multivitamins daily, with the assumption that they are promoting health and preventing disease. However, according to a new study, men taking a multivitamin every day aren’t helping their cardiovascular ...click here to read more

Gluten-free diets have become all the rage these days, but what most people don’t realize is that there are people who have to avoid even the smallest amount of gluten or risk triggering a damaging autoimmune response in the intestines. According to a recent study, researchers may have found the culprit behind the disorder, which ...click here to read more

Here at Bel Marra, we are committed to bringing our readers the latest in health information, and for our weekly health news roundup, we have compiled a list of some of our most helpful articles. Here you will learn about the reasons behind lower abdominal pain in men, what causes a stiff knee, treatments for ...click here to read more

Concerned about your bone health? You should be. The sooner you start the better. Your risk for osteoporosis, where your bones become fragile and porous, has a lot to do with the bone mass you’ve developed in your 20s and 30s and what you’ve done to prevent losing that bone mass later on. Bones, like the ...click here to read more

What once was the body’s most ignored organ is now in the limelight, and for a good reason: it does much more than simply digesting food, absorbing nutrients, and eliminating waste products. Studies reveal the gut’s significant contribution to our body’s immune responses, and the brain-gut connection is one of the fastest growing areas of ...click here to read more

Spring is the season of renewal and is a good time to tune up our body after a long winter. Tired of hiding from the cold and perhaps recovering from a respiratory infection that is easily caught this time of year, we want to recharge ourselves with energy and give our body a health boost. ...click here to read more

Living with high blood pressure (hypertension) can be a hassle to deal with. A major contributor to our blood pressure is diet. Once we become accustomed to a certain diet, we find it hard to adjust. However, we eventually need to swap out the food that increases blood pressure, as over time, high blood pressure ...click here to read more

Lower abdominal pain is experienced by both sexes, but the causes can vary. The abdominal pain in men may be due to chronic diseases, urinary tract infections, or even digestive tract conditions. Research estimates that the majority of men who experience abdominal pain never seek treatment, as they are more likely to use over-the-counter or ...click here to read more

April 7 is World Health Day, and it marks the anniversary of the founding of the World Health Organization; an organization built to create a better, healthier future for people all over the world. It’s easy to forget how big the world actually is and it’s impossible to comprehend how many people reside on it, ...click here to read more

Gout may sound strange, and many people don’t know what it is. Despite its relative unfamiliarity, gout is on the rise, according to Dr. Clare Ballingall. This is mainly attributed to increased rates of obesity, but there are cases of individuals being genetically predisposed to the ailment. Gout is a complex form of arthritis and ...click here to read more

Cheese is one of life’s greatest pleasures: it’s gooey, succulent, and oh so delicious. But we know that too much cheese can be bad for you due to its high calorie count and elevated fat content, but does it also increase cholesterol? According to a new study, this is not the case. A study published ...click here to read more

Rheumatoid Arthritis and Feet – The Connection Related Reading: Rheumatoid arthritis and feet: The connection and feet arthritis pain relief tips People with rheumatoid arthritis generally find difficulty performing simple movements that involve the joints, such as walking, standing up, and sitting down. Continue reading… Rheumatoid arthritis management with nutrition, Mediterranean and anti-inflammatory diets Rheumatoid ...click here to read more

March is National Nutrition Month, so to keep you informed about nutrition, we have compiled a list of our top articles discussing nutrition and related topics including age-related macular degeneration, rheumatoid arthritis, and heart health. Here you will learn about foods that will boost your immune system, help you lose weight, and even save money ...click here to read more

Not getting proper food and nutrition on a daily basis can be detrimental to your health, regardless of your age. It is estimated that by the year 2035, one in four Canadians will be 65 years or older, and they will be especially prone to malnutrition and frailty. While these two conditions tend to go ...click here to read more