Author Archives : Bel Marra Health

Traveling can be a lot of fun; it allows us to meet new and interesting people, experience different cultures, and in some cases enjoy delicious new cuisines. However, if you have Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) traveling can be challenging. Many people with intestinal disorders avoid trains, planes, buses, and car travel out of fear they ...click here to read more

You may have heard that our body naturally has pH levels. This refers to the body being acidic or alkaline. Different parts of the body will reveal a different pH level. Typically, a pH reading of seven is considered neutral. And below a reading of seven means it is more acidic, above seven means more ...click here to read more

Between work obligations, social plans and family demands, it is easy to fall into what is called the “food rut.” This is when we tend to eat the same foods all the time. In many cases, it’s not the best foods because we are on the move. While this routine might be convenient, it isn’t ...click here to read more

Skin cancer is the most common of all cancers. Too much exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun or from tanning beds is often the cause. This year an estimated 73,000 people in the United States will be diagnosed with Melanoma, a dangerous type of skin cancer. Another 3.5 million will be diagnosed with ...click here to read more

Category: Heart Health Meal:Dinner Main Ingredients: Quinoa, Cabbage Serves: 6 Stuffed cabbage is a comfort meal, but not always on the list of healthy foods. Fill the tender leaves with a mixture of quinoa and kale, and you’ll have a meatless Monday meal rife with healthy nutrition. The quinoa provides a complete protein. Ingredients: 1 ...click here to read more

The ability to see is part of the five senses, which we use not only to experience the world, but better our health. Over time, vision loss may occur and make our ability to see more difficult. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of blindness and vision loss in America. Roughly 1.8-million Americans ...click here to read more

Most of us are familiar with allergy season, that time of year when pollen irritates the noses of certain people. It triggers sneezing, coughing, a runny nose, itchy eyes and in some cases headaches. These are what you would call “typical” symptoms, but have you ever heard anyone complain about having an itchy mouth? If ...click here to read more

Some of us can’t handle the sight of insects; others are sensitive to smells. Whatever causes you fear or disgust is actually working to improve your health. In fact, every time you recoil in disgust, you’re actively using your behavioral immune system. What is the behavioral immune system? By now, you should be aware your ...click here to read more