Author Archives : Bel Marra Health

Holidays can be so joyful. They are full of celebration, beautiful décor, reunions with family and friends; not to mention the delicious variety of foods and gift-giving that comes along with them. However, when the music stops, the family and friends go home, and it’s time to put those festive decorations away and go on ...click here to read more

We see traces of pesticides in our everyday living environment. They’re in our soil. They’re in our water supply. Now, there is evidence that suggests that these toxic chemicals can be found on our healthy food, too. In the last two years, almost half of all fresh organic produce tested in Canada contained pesticide residue, ...click here to read more

Think back to how many times you have seen a doctor in the past year. How many scans, tests and antibiotics were you prescribed? Does the number seem overwhelming? That’s probably because it is. Although current medical systems are in place to create life longevity, adverse effects from over-prescriptions are now taking a toll on ...click here to read more

Don’t turn to extreme diets or Lap-Band surgery. Try holistic methods to help you shed those unwanted pounds, such as acupuncture. Acupuncture is a form of Chinese medicine that has been practiced for thousands of years.  Many people use acupuncture to treat various ailments including chronic pain, migraines and nausea caused by chemotherapy. A study published ...click here to read more

It’s said that a great book will always leave a significant impression, leave you thinking about the world differently – and even leave you feeling as though you lived a completely different life. Well, take note, bookworms: Your most cherished reads could help to redefine you in more ways than one. A recent study conducted by ...click here to read more

Breathalysers can do more than determine blood-alcohol levels in roadside police checks for people driving under the influence. A new non-invasive technology to test the breath for exhaled “biomarkers” of lung cancer is in development for early detection of lung cancer, the leading cause of cancer death in the United States. One challenge with lung ...click here to read more

Forget about holiday seasonal guilt and raising a glass (or three) to ring in the new year. New research suggests that you needn’t lock away the bottles for the rest of the year. Moderate alcohol consumption has its benefits; it can protect you from heart disease and reduce your risk of strokes and gallstones. A ...click here to read more

High cholesterol is well-known as a significant risk for heart disease. New research shows keeping cholesterol in a healthy range, and boosting good cholesterol, will help fight inflammation and thereby reduce joint pain and stiffness. Could get you out walking and resuming activities you really enjoy. Let’s take a look at cholesterol’s healthy range: High ...click here to read more