Author Archives : Bel Marra Health

Diets that are rich in fruits and vegetables are known to have good health benefits and new research is showing that one fruit, in particular, may provide an added good health benefit as well. Strawberries may help to protect against the damaging effects of ultraviolet rays, according to a new study published in the Journal ...click here to read more

Reduced mobility is arguably one of the toughest parts of aging and sadly almost 40 % of Americans over the age of 84 require a mobility device in order to get around. Immobility is problematic not only because it reduces a person’s independence and freedom but also because it opens the door to a host ...click here to read more

You may want to think twice about cancelling your dentist appointments, or “forgetting” to brush your teeth – a new study has found that doing so may impact much more than just your dental health—it may impact your memory and the welfare of your brain! What Your Dentist Has To Do With Your Memory In ...click here to read more

Men have certain concerns about their health and well-being, but it turns out that many popular theories are no more than scary myths. Aging and Infertility Myths Cancer When a man has a prostate screening test (PSA) and the level comes out with a reading of 4 or higher it likely means he has prostate ...click here to read more

When it hit the market in the mid 1980’s consumers thought it was revolutionary; a soap that could kill bacteria and microbes that cause viruses. Today a great majority of hand and body soaps are labeled as antibacterial. The main ingredient in the soaps is called “tricolsan” and now scientists believe it could be dangerous. ...click here to read more

It may not be a bad idea to keep your eye on the cat lady who lives next to you, or pay a little extra attention if you have a pet of your own. New science is showing that women who own cats are considerably more likely to be at risk for suicide, and notice ...click here to read more

Each year over 5 million Americans visit the emergency department of the hospital complaining of chest pain. It’s important to determine quickly whether or not these individuals are suffering a heart attack. Today emergency room doctors can spot a heart attack faster than they ever could before. Traditionally, doctors would use echocardiograms and Doppler ultrasound ...click here to read more

For many, there could be a fine line between delicacy and dangerous. For many people, as they take the time to travel the world and experience new diets and cuisine, the last thing on their minds is the dangerous foods they could be consuming, or the fact that these foods could kill them. But maybe ...click here to read more