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We know that there’s good cholesterol and bad cholesterol, and that if your cholesterol is too high you may be at risk for cardiovascular disease. Since these levels are impacted by diet, it is also important to know how much cholesterol we should have in a day. Continue reading to find out what your daily ...click here to read more

As a part of National Epilepsy Awareness Month 2017, we at Bel Marra want to give our readers all the information they need to begin their journey of knowledge. It is estimated that one in 150 people who have uncontrolled seizures will die from a sudden unexpected episode of epilepsy. This statistic could be reduced ...click here to read more

How is your mood? Would you say you’re feeling happy? Or are you sad, angry or even indifferent? The events currently going on in your life can have a large impact on your mood. If you just received good news you’ll probably be feeling happy or excited. If you just experienced a loss you may ...click here to read more

When it comes to living a long life, the rules are quite simple. Researchers suggest that it takes three main things and lifestyle habits to promote a long life. These include not smoking, watching your weight, and continuously learning new things. The researchers also suggest that our genes play a role, too, when it comes ...click here to read more

Tiredness is becoming a serious problem all over the world. It seems that we are all just moving around this earth like sleep-deprived zombies. We’re working longer hours, we have greater responsibilities, and we just don’t get enough quality sleep. But is your lifestyle to blame for your tiredness? Well, for some of us, it ...click here to read more

Pink eye—or conjunctivitis—is an infection of the outer layer of the eye and inflammation of the whites of the eye. This common infection is very contagious and is often seen in children, though anyone can catch it. Depending on its cause, the condition may be left to run its course or be treated with eye ...click here to read more

Diabetes is one of the leading causes of death and disability in the United States, causing conditions like nerve damage, kidney disease, and even blindness. This is why the American Diabetes Association has determined that November is American Diabetes Awareness Month to spread the word about this serious metabolic condition. As part of your weekly ...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

November has been designated National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month. It is a time to spread awareness about this non-degradative disease that affects nearly two million Americans today. To help in this effort, we at Bel Marra have brought you some of your most informative articles on the subject. You will learn about the brain structure ...click here to read more

If our bodies had a reset button, it would probably be sleep. This is because when we sleep, it allows our bodies to restore themselves in all aspects. From mental functioning to heart health, sleep is that one part of our daily routine that is probably the most essential. Sure, you can go without food ...click here to read more

Hip effusion is characterized by an abnormal fluid accumulation in the joint space that leads to swelling and pain of the hip joint. Our joints normally have a modest amount of liquid between them called synovial fluid that provides smooth movement and protects the cartilage. Having excess fluid in the joints can be easily recognized, ...click here to read more

A headache experienced on only one side of the head is commonly referred to as a one-sided or unilateral headache. They can be quite painful, often making our heads feel like they are throbbing and possibly leading to additional symptoms of nausea, vomiting, and a visual sensitivity to light. While there exist many reasons to ...click here to read more

With the bountiful availability of food in our great nation, it is hard to believe that people who are well off can become malnourished, despite eating at least three meals a day. This problem is not developing due to the quantity of food we are eating, but the quality, as most people have poor-quality diets ...click here to read more

Our addictions tend to distract us from things we’d rather avoid, whether that be religiously watching our favorite show to get away from the realities of our own life or eating in excess to cope with depression. While these addictions may have a negative stigma to them, one is often overlooked: workaholism. People who choose ...click here to read more