Author Archives : Bel Marra Health

I’m sure you’ve heard about the rise of cleansing. Whether it is for your liver or your whole body, it’s the concept of ridding the body of toxins in order for it to work more efficiently. Many of us run out to stores and spend hundreds of dollars on cleanses in order to feel refreshed… ...click here to read more

Blood pressure is a real concern for many Americans. Whether it’s too low or too high, either end of the spectrum can lead to serious health consequences. Stress is a large factor, which can contribute to your fluctuating blood pressure numbers, and that is why it’s so important to properly manage your stress if you ...click here to read more

Much of the world’s attention has been on the mosquito-borne disease Zika, and now medical experts believe the Zika virus could be linked to Guillain-Barre syndrome or, as some simply call it, GBS. Guillain-Barre syndrome is a rare, yet serious autoimmune disorder. According to medical officials at the Mayo Clinic, when someone gets GBS, their ...click here to read more

If you open up your pantry, you probably have a jar of honey. For many of us, honey is a household staple that can be used for just about anything. Honey has a long list of health benefits and has been used by ancient civilizations like the Greeks, Egyptians, Romans and Chinese as a remedy ...click here to read more

Every year, health organizations and institutions around the world partake in the events pertaining to World Cancer Day to raise awareness on pancreatic cancer, colon cancer, breast cancer, and other types of this terrible disease, as well as promote healthy habits – as 30% of cancer deaths are due to lifestyle risks such as obesity, ...click here to read more

The Zika virus is spread through mosquito bites and insecticides can help reduce your risk of getting bitten. The Zika virus originated in Brazil and is quickly becoming a global problem with many countries now being labeled as dangerous for travel, especially for pregnant women. The Zika virus poses a more serious risk in pregnant ...click here to read more

Did you know that this Friday was a National Wear Red Day, raising awareness about the risk of stroke, heart attack, STEMI, artery disease, and heart disease in women? Although heart disease is a number one killer in women, 80 percent of infarctions and strokes can be prevented. Wearing red is a reminder for women ...click here to read more

Our liver is a powerhouse that controls numerous functions. So if it gets sick, our health can greatly suffer. Unfortunately, there are many misconceptions about liver disease that can put our liver in harm’s way if we believe them. It’s important then to decipher between what is true and what is false to ensure we ...click here to read more