Author Archives : Bel Marra Health

Acid reflux, or heartburn, can cause a burning sensation in your esophagus after eating. It is often accompanied by indigestion and sometimes by chest pain. Though not a serious condition, heartburn can make you quite uncomfortable. When you have a case of heartburn, stomach acid can back up into your esophagus, causing inflammation. This happens ...click here to read more

The type of oil you cook with can go a long way towards protecting your circulatory system and preventing heart damage. Some contain saturated fat, and some contain unsaturated fat. You want the ones highest in the latter, which is very healthy. Here are the oils you can trust beyond others to be exceptionally good ...click here to read more

Fifty percent of men over 60 years of age and 90% of men in their 70s and 80s will likely suffer from benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH. BPH occurs when the prostate enlarges, putting pressure on the urethra. This can cause an obstruction of the bladder and urine flow. It is quite common for men’s prostates ...click here to read more

Category: Cancer, Diabetes, Heart Health Meal: Breakfast Main Ingredients: Large Apples, Cored and Sliced Sucanat or Coconut Sugar Servings: Makes a plate You might not think pancakes are a healthy recipe, but by using a whole-grain flour, low-fat yogurt and fresh apples, they become a healthy breakfast winner. Use a sweet version of the fruit, ...click here to read more

Category: Cancer, Diabetes, Heart Health Meal: Breakfast Main Ingredients: Apples, Kale Leaves Servings: Makes 4 Bright green and refreshingly tart, this smoothie features another nutrient-rich fruit – raspberries. Ingredients: 1 cup fresh kale leaves 1 cup frozen, unsweetened raspberries Instructions: Place all the ingredients into a blender – use a high-speed version if you have ...click here to read more

Category: Heart Health, Eyes Meal: Desserts Main Ingredients: Peaches, Greek yogurt, Walnuts Servings: Makes 2 Easy recipes for protein-packed desserts don’t always have to involve the oven. Grill peaches to bring out their sweetness. Pair with Greek yogurt and you’ve got a quick dessert that is dreamy. Greek yogurt has almost double the protein of ...click here to read more

Category: Heart Health, Diabetes Meal: Snack Main Ingredients: Coconut, Quinoa Servings: Makes 4 to 6 Top off your healthy meals with this satisfying, homey dessert. Instead of corn syrup-sweetened pudding, make a homemade one that uses healthy coconut oil, dried fruit and protein-rich quinoa. You’ll satisfy a sweet tooth without overdoing added sugars. Ingredients: 1 ...click here to read more