Author Archives : Bel Marra Health

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Atherosclerosis update: Prevention, type 2 diabetes, high-density lipoprotein, ischemic colitis

Nearly 4.6 million American suffer from atherosclerosis, a condition that that leads to the hardening and narrowing of the arteries. We rely on our arteries to supply oxygen-rich blood to vital organs like our heart, and if this blood supply becomes compromised from atherosclerosis, you can suffer from poor circulation or even a heart attack. ...click here to read more

7 reasons you should take a bath tonight

When you have to get clean, do you hop in the shower or relax in a bath? Well, if you’re a bath-taker, you may have better heart health compared to people who only shower. But bathing doesn’t just offer benefits to the heart—there are actually a slew of health benefits associated with soaking in a ...click here to read more

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This is what happens to your body as you age

Both men and women experience unique changes as they age, but women, in particular, go through a change that causes unwanted side effects. This change is known as menopause, and it typically occurs in females in their 50s. During menopause, estrogen levels begin to decrease, menstruation stops, and, as mentioned, a slew of unwanted side ...click here to read more

10 everyday tips to boost your memory

Minor slip ups in memory as we age are normal, but they can still be troublesome. You forget a birthday, you can’t recall an acquaintance’s name, these little lapses in memory can make day-to-day living a challenge. Of course, if forgetfulness is a regular part of your day, that could signal mild cognitive impairment, which ...click here to read more

5 benefits of a healthy libido

You may not be having as much sex as you did years ago, especially if you’re older. But regardless of your age, being intimate with your partner is still important. Not only does sex bring you and your partner closer together, but sex offers numerous health benefits that you’d be missing out on if you ...click here to read more

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