Author Archives : Bel Marra Health

The brain is arguably the most important organ in the human body, and it is only natural that we take good care of it, especially as we start getting older. We at Bel Marra appreciate all the brain does for us, as it is the main interpreter of the world around us. Here are some ...click here to read more

When you think about it, most of our waking hours are spent sitting. It’s become very characteristic of the modern lifestyle, with all these computers, remote controls, and cars. Being a comfortable posture, sitting is addictive. And just like all other addictions, it can be dangerous to your health. No, this is not an exaggeration. ...click here to read more

Hearing loss can be the result of a multitude of factors from common noise-induced hearing loss to the more uncommon otosclerosis hearing loss. It is estimated that 20 percent of Americans, which accounts for nearly 48 million people, will report some degree of hearing loss in our lifetime. More importantly, one in three individuals over ...click here to read more

Prostate health is an important part of every man’s life and becomes more of an issue the older men get. It’s estimated that over 160,000 men in the U.S. are diagnosed with prostate cancer every year, and here at Bel Marra, we recognize this is a serious issue and have taken the time to compile ...click here to read more

It’s true, sex in old age is not the same as the sex you have in your younger years. But just because you are not bursting with hormones and have less energy to keep you going doesn’t mean you should use your bedroom for sleep only. Despite the portrayal of sex in pop culture as ...click here to read more

If you look at modern nutrition habits and health-oriented lifestyles, it’s all about trends. This interesting (and fairly recent) development can be attributed to our growing dependency on the internet as a source of information and our active engagement in social media. It’s simply easier to package and promote something as a health fad. The ...click here to read more

Our body needs protein—that’s a fact. An important building block of bones, muscles, and skin, protein can be found virtually everywhere in the body. Hair and nails, for that matter, are mostly composed of protein. Our body uses it to repair tissues and make enzymes, hormones, and other chemicals that are important for healthy functioning. ...click here to read more

Deltoid muscle pain can cause unpleasant shoulder and upper arm pain that makes movement difficult. Deltoid muscle pain can be mild or severe, but either way, sufferers are usually anxious to find relief so they can return to normal activity. The deltoid muscle is the muscle that covers the tip of the shoulder. It is ...click here to read more