Author Archives : Bel Marra Health

Organic food could be the answer to healthier eating. After all, it has strict standards — no genetically modified organisms (GMOs), no toxic pesticides or chemicals, nothing artificial, nothing can be irradiated or grown in sewage sludge — and the certification process is rigorous. But does organic food actually taste better? Proponents of organic would say ...click here to read more

If you follow health trends, you’re probably already familiar with omega-3 fatty acids and the benefits of fish oil. Studies show the promise of a new omega which has a significant impact on the lowering of cholesterol and preventing plaque development in the arteries. Good news for the heart! Omega-7 is a fatty acid found ...click here to read more

What if the popular chicken breast at your grocery store could leave you with a serious case of food poisoning? Approximately 48 million people suffer from food poisoning each year in the United States and about 3,000 die each year from complications of food poisoning. Food poisoning can occur when you consume food that is ...click here to read more

Ever wonder about the trillions of tiny bacteria living inside your stomach and intestines? Well, maybe you should; having a decreased variety of it in your gut may increase your risk of developing colon cancer, according to new research. In a recent study, conducted by New York University’s School of Medicine and published in the ...click here to read more

The obesity epidemic sweeping the West is a cause for real concern, which is why groups like Let’s Move have been formed to get people off the couch. Despite efforts by these organizations to improve the health of children and adults around the country, obesity continues to be a major issue. According to the Centers ...click here to read more

Coffee consumption has its highs and lows, with studies linking a daily cup of joe to protecting the brain against dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. On the downside, coffee’s potent caffeine can lead to dehydration, jitters and poor concentration. Some studies show increased coffee consumption is associated with high cholesterol, rapid heartbeat and some forms of ...click here to read more

Take pause before you light up – or rely on electronic cigarettes to help wean you off the smokes. Smoking can lead to a myriad of health problems, besides the superficial facial wrinkles. The American Lung Association says that cigarettes contain more than 4,800 chemicals – 69 of those are directly linked to cancer formation. That said, ...click here to read more

We’ve heard about the detrimental effects lack of exercise can have on our health. Not just tighter pants and low energy, but serious health risks. A 2012 study from the UK has estimated that lack of exercise in adults has contributed to the majority of cases of heart disease and colon cancer. Clearly, the need ...click here to read more