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Another week has gone by, which means that it’s time for your weekly health news round-up. We have covered many interesting topics that matter to you, like what causes a swollen colon and the reasons you may get mydriasis or dilated eyes. We at Bel Marra appreciate our readers and want to give you information ...click here to read more

Feelings of bloating often leave you unable to button your pants as your stomach grows in size and you feel sluggish. It’s possible that it could simply be something you ate that’s making you feel this way, but all you know is that you feel uncomfortable. Bloating can occur for many different reasons, so to ...click here to read more

Thousands of Americans are taking statins to lower their cholesterol. Cholesterol is a big threat to your heart because it results in plaque buildup in the arteries, which causes them to narrow. Statins work by blocking a substance your body needs to produce cholesterol. Furthermore, statins may help the body reabsorb cholesterol that has built ...click here to read more

Heart disease continues to be the number one killer of men and women. Although it primarily affects the health of your heart, a new study suggests that those suffering from heart disease can experience more anxiety and negative feelings, particularly women. The researchers found that women with heart disease generally have a poorer outlook on ...click here to read more

Approximately 42 million American adults suffer from some sort of sleep breathing disorder, with obstructive sleep apnea being the most common type affecting Americans today. It occurs as a result of collapsed soft tissue that blocks the passage of air needed to breath properly. Because this issue is so prevalent, we at Bel Marra have ...click here to read more

July 17 is bladder cancer awareness day. We want to do our part to spread information about this condition, which affects so many people. We’ve compiled a list of the most relevant articles on the topic. You will find information on bladder cancer treatment, hypothyroidism, and multiple myeloma, all of which play a part in ...click here to read more

It’s true, you should avoid becoming overweight. But on the other hand, being too thin can pose a risk to your health too. A new study found that thin women are at a higher risk for fractures as a result of running, and it could take them longer to recover. As you age, there is ...click here to read more

Nowadays, everyone’s looking for healthy and natural ways to combat stress, and meditation has been proven to be beneficial in this area of health. This explains why meditation is on the rise. But other studies have shown additional benefits to meditating, like its ability to help boost your immune system. Meditation boosts the immune system ...click here to read more