Author Archives : Bel Marra Health

Eye care has entered the aesthetic era. We have seen the transition from bulky eye glasses to contact lenses, and now with laser eye surgery being used for correcting eye impairments, we could see the elimination of glasses or contact lenses altogether. Laser eye surgery (also called LASIK) is a simple procedure whereby the shape ...click here to read more

Following the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s revamped food pyramid in June, there has been a great deal of buzz surrounding the effect of high quantities of fruit on weight control. Traditionally fruit has been considered so beneficial that the government set a 5-a-day standard as a bare minimum amount of fruit and vegetables you should ...click here to read more

Microwaves are quick, convenient and in most Canadian homes. But, just how safe are they? Microwave ovens are frequently used to thaw, cook and re-heat food. In general, microwaves, compared to conventional ovens, take only about 20% of the time to cook an item of food and use at least 20% less energy while doing ...click here to read more

It’s one of the top 10 causes of death in North America.  So it makes sense that everything possible is being done to try and slow down or prevent this progressive form of dementia. Prevention could be as easy as making a few alterations to your diet. Researchers with the University of Pittsburg Medical Center ...click here to read more

Most people have experienced the agony associated with food poisoning, but just how dangerous can it be? Approximately 11 million cases of foodborne illness are found in Canada each year.  Foodborne illness is commonly referred to as “food poisoning” and occurs after an individual eats food that is contaminated with germs including bacteria, viruses and ...click here to read more

Category: Heart Health, Diabetes Meal: Snack Main Ingredients: White Onion, Carrot, Dried Lentils Servings: Makes 6 Have these on Meatless Monday as an alternative to the ground beef version. Lentils contain a whopping 15.6 grams of fiber per cooked cup! Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil j½ cup white onion, chopped 1 small carrot, shredded 1 ...click here to read more

Category: Cancer, Heart Health Meal: Dinner Main Ingredients: Tofu, Coconut Servings: Makes 6 What’s a list of one-pot meals without a chili recipe? Make this easy recipe for Meatless Monday. Tofu is low in fat, high in calcium and a good source of vegetarian protein. To add more spice to this easy recipe, seed and ...click here to read more

Category: Cancer, Diabetes, Heart Health Meal: Side Dish Main Ingredients: Tomatoes, Lemon Servings: Makes Face it, ketchup is not a healthy option. One tablespoon of the ubiquitous condiment contains one teaspoon of sugar, while many brands use unhealthy high-fructose corn syrup instead. Use this healthy recipe to whip up a smoky, southwestern version, a healthy ...click here to read more