Author Archives : Bel Marra Health

January is Mental Wellness Month, and in honor of this, Bel Marra has put together a mental health update that includes tips for managing mental illness, as well as information on depression, anxiety, dementia, and chronic fatigue syndrome. Depression and chronic fatigue syndrome: How are they linked? Depression and chronic fatigue syndrome, although different, may ...click here to read more

Many of us appreciate a nice, big, juicy burger. And thankfully, when cutting back on foods high in fat and cholesterol, here’s one version of this delicious dish that you won’t have to give up. This satisfying turkey burger is filled with delicious, complimentary flavors. Barbecue lovers will not be disappointed – it comes out ...click here to read more

Get ready to experience a side of asparagus that you may never have before – raw! Asparagus spears are weapons of good health, loaded with fiber, vitamins, trace minerals, and powerful aging and disease fighting properties. This freshly crisp salad is not only a unique eating experience, but it’s also a unique culinary experience – ...click here to read more

It’s been almost a month since the holidays have come and gone, but you may still be feeling groggy, tired, and low. We are now approaching mid-winter, which means there’s still at least a month of little sunlight and cold weather to go – unless you live in Florida, of course. No wonder this gloomy ...click here to read more

The heart is the most vulnerable organ in the body, so it comes as no surprise that heart disease still remains the number one cause of death in America. Even though cardiovascular events are, in many cases, preventable, the matters of the heart are among top health concerns worldwide, affecting not just the elderly, but ...click here to read more

No one likes to talk about diarrhea, but unfortunately, from time to time, we all experience it. It is really unpleasant and it can strike anytime. The worst part is, you can’t always pinpoint the cause. Food is a common culprit, and some foods are more likely to cause diarrhea than others. Below are some ...click here to read more

A urine specific gravity test is a painless way for a doctor to check how your kidneys are diluting your urine and how your kidneys are functioning. In order for our bodies to work properly, they must contain the right amount of water. The kidneys have the important job of removing excess water from the ...click here to read more

Drinking cranberry juice or taking cranberry supplements is a common go-to treatment for urinary tract infections (UTIs). But is it really as effective as we think it is? Research is now questioning the age-old faith in the benefits of cranberry, suggesting that cranberry products won’t actually help you much when treating a UTI. Cranberries no ...click here to read more