Author Archives : Bel Marra Health

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Screen time linked to risk factors for diabetes

Much has been written about the negative health effects of sedentary behavior among adults. But now, experts say they have been able to link diabetes risk factors with the amount of time children spend in front of a screen. Researchers at St. George’s University of London are reporting that children who spend more than three ...click here to read more

5 foods to ease joint pain

When your joints start to ache, you probably reach for an anti-inflammatory or topical cream. But instead, you can start relieving joint pain from within by incorporating specific foods into your diet. Joint pain can occur for several reasons, including being overweight, inadequate vitamin D and calcium levels, previous injuries, lack of exercise, arthritis, over-exertion ...click here to read more

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Seniors: This one thing helps you maintain strong muscles

Now that you’re older, you probably don’t work out as often as you once did or don’t think about building muscle mass. However, it is actually important that seniors build and maintain muscles as they age. Strong muscles help prevent injury, improve mobility, maintain independence, and prevents other medical conditions such as sarcopenia—age-related muscle loss. ...click here to read more

What you need to know about the ‘Silent Killer’

Cholesterol is often referred to as the “silent killer,” as it accumulates along your arteries, slowly causing damage over time. As a result of this build-up of plaque, your health becomes severely at risk. If you overlook the symptoms, your risk of complications rises. When discussing cholesterol, LDL cholesterol is often the culprit of any ...click here to read more

Migraine update: Essential oils for migraines, cluster headache vs. migraine, and migraine hangover

An estimated 37 million people in the United States suffer from migraines, which are recurrent throbbing headaches that typically affect one side of the head. Migraines are considered a primary headache disorder that can last anywhere from two to 72 hours. Having headaches can affect a person’s quality of life, which is why learning how ...click here to read more

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