Author Archives : Bel Marra Health

A low dose of poison can be a cure, just like too much of a medicine can be a poison. And it couldn’t be more true for one of the most debatable “remedies” (or “poisons,” if you like): alcohol. Cut your alcohol intake if you want to live longer. Drink to lower your heart risk. ...click here to read more

Hearing loss is often associated with deafness or a total inability to hear, but in most cases, people with hearing loss are not deaf—they can hear some sounds, but not all or not in all settings. Hearing is very subtle; we take the auditory aspect of our existence for granted, and even if we cover ...click here to read more

Prostate health is one of those subjects that easily gets sidelined by other health topics. Men are usually reluctant to discuss their prostate concerns, even with their family doctor. The easiest screening option, a blood test checking your PSA levels that increase in cases of prostate growth, causes a lot of anxiety associated with the ...click here to read more

A tortuous colon, medically known as a redundant colon, is an abnormally long colon that can’t fit inside the body without twisting and turning. This condition is characterized by the large intestine being lengthier than the average 47 to 60 inches. In most cases, many have no idea they have a redundant colon. Meanwhile, others ...click here to read more

Aging—or rather, reversing its effects—has always been on our radar. Young and old, people of all ages and walks of life are interested in ways to resist old age and hang on to their youthful looks and way of life for as long as possible. It’s just part of human nature to want to live ...click here to read more

Unfortunately, stress is a household staple. Even if you are lucky enough not to run into major forms of anxiety or depression, you probably know someone who is or has suffered from these mental health issues. Women, as a rule, fall victim to stress much more often than men do, whether it be due to ...click here to read more

What is one thing that keeps your body healthy, your extremities warm, your immune system strong, your face glowing, and your energy levels lasting all day long? If you guessed proper blood circulation, you’re right. Your circulatory system is responsible for a very important mission: to deliver oxygen and vital nutrients to all organs and ...click here to read more

Do you get a sudden and uncomfortable urge to urinate throughout the day? Does your bladder wake you up at night? Do you find it hard to control your urge to go? Perhaps you even have unpleasant accidents, losing a small amount of urine because you couldn’t make it to the bathroom on time… These ...click here to read more