Author Archives : Bel Marra Health

In effort to raise awareness about cancer in the context of February being the National Cancer Prevention Month, here’s the selection of our most recent articles on breast cancer treatment, prostate cancer treatment, cancer-related Alzheimer’s disease risk, along with preventative recommendations to keep in mind. The American Institute for Cancer Research summarized the lifestyle changes ...click here to read more

Elderly with chronic musculoskeletal pain (CMP) face a greater heart disease risk. By the year 2020, in fact, medical experts estimate that almost 40 percent of all deaths worldwide will be related to cardiovascular disease. So the push is on to unravel the causes and enforce prevention. As research continues, more evidence suggests that there ...click here to read more

As February is declared the International Prenatal Infection Prevention Month, this health news overview is dedicated to healthy pregnancy recommendations, along with medical conditions all expecting mothers should be aware of, like bipolar disorder, PCOS, and thyroid disease. The main goal of the Prenatal Infection Prevention Month is to promote the common effort of reducing ...click here to read more

If you have type 2 diabetes, then eating several small meals a day to maintain stable blood sugar and lose weight may actually be false. Although many people stick with that eating plan, it has shown to pose more harm than good to type 2 diabetics. Two large meals each day may be better for ...click here to read more

In case you’ve missed our updates on what has been happening in the world of health and medicine these days, here’s our weekly health news overview of new findings pertaining to psoriasis, chronic kidney disease (CKD), celiac disease, and chronic hives. New, unexpected associations between different conditions have been uncovered – it was established that ...click here to read more

Sleep issues are common with seniors, and research suggests that not only does aging lead to sleep disruptions in seniors, but Alzheimer’s disease does, too. Lack of sleep can become so overwhelming you might find that you can’t participate in normal activities. Safety becomes an issue – you may be dizzy, light-headed, or find yourself ...click here to read more

Though classified as a fruit, avocado isn’t a typical one, being high in fat rather than carbohydrates. But don’t let that deter you from enjoying it, as it can still offer heart health benefits, including lowering your cholesterol. Avocado has risen in popularity and has truly become a dietary staple for many. The fruit’s versatility ...click here to read more

If tossing and turning is part of your nighttime routine and waking up tired is your reality, we have a simple solution for your sleep troubles. But before we reveal a quick and easy tip to get you making more “zzz’s” and less yawns, let’s talk a little bit about sleep. Sleep is an integral ...click here to read more