Author Archives : Bel Marra Health

Thrombosis, or deep vein thrombosis (DVT), is a condition where blood clots are formed in veins that are deep inside. This is very common in leg veins and can cause swelling; however, it can be asymptomatic as well. Research shows that patients with chronic kidney disease may be more susceptible to this condition, but it ...click here to read more

A study by the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) observed high mortality rates in patients suffering from coronary artery disease, also known as Chronic Ischemic Cardiovascular Disease (CICD). A report published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology states that 25 percent of these patients either die or are hospitalized again in the first six months ...click here to read more

As the world’s population continues to age, so does the rate of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. But just because dementia is more common at older ages doesn’t mean that it is an inevitable part of aging. Although the exact cause of dementia is unknown, there are known risk factors that may increase the likelihood of ...click here to read more

Do you wake up tired? Are you yawning as you read this? It’s true that as we age, we get more tired, but there are several factors that contribute to fatigue. One main factor that is often overlooked is diet. Although many of us associate sleep with tiredness, diet also plays a significant role in ...click here to read more

Relaxing in a steamy sauna may provide more health benefits than stress relief. A recent study has revealed that saunas may also have a positive impact on your heart and blood vessels in ways similar to moderate exercise. The finding tested the effects of a 30-minute sauna session, and researchers found that people who often ...click here to read more

Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a temporary form of diabetes that develops during pregnancy. This usually happens in the later stages of pregnancy when a pregnant woman’s body requires a lot of glucose but her hormones affect the production and use of insulin. As a result, glucose enters the blood stream instead of being converted ...click here to read more

Fiber is recommended as it can prevent and treat constipation along with cholesterol. It’s an important part of everyone’s diet, but did you know that fiber can benefit your bones too? When we think about bone health and osteoporosis prevention, calcium and vitamin D often come to mind. But you may want to increase your ...click here to read more

Hot ears are defined by a burning sensation you may feel in either one or both of your ears. This is usually a symptom of other underlying potential health issues or conditions and is characterized by minimal or major pain; redness; flakiness; and ears that are warm to the touch. Continue reading to learn about ...click here to read more