Author Archives : Bel Marra Health

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Cancer therapy with blueberry: A potential new approach

Experts at the University of Missouri School of Medicine believe they have demonstrated that blueberry extract with radiation can increase the effectiveness of cervical cancer treatment. An estimated 12,000 American women are diagnosed with cervical cancer every year. Radiation is one of the most common treatments. Radiation therapy can destroy cancer cells, but it also ...click here to read more

Promising new approach could reduce tummy fat

There are multiple gadgets on the market that claim to help reduce tummy fat, but many are not scientifically proven and leave consumers disappointed. Now, a new approach developed by scientists in Asia may provide hope for those who want to reduce bulging tummy fat. Scientists at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore have been ...click here to read more

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Improve memory and boost brain power

Memory loss is a real concern as you age. Current estimates suggest over five million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, and this number is expected to rise to 16 million by 2050. The majority of patients living with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease are over the age of 65, which means seniors are at the ...click here to read more

What causes blepharospasm? Types, symptoms, and diagnosis

When someone experiences involuntary muscle spasms and contractions of the eye muscles, it is called blepharospasm. The term is often referred to as BEB or benign essential blepharospasm because it is not life-threatening, and the word “essential” in medical terms means “of unknown cause.” Blepharo is a word used to describe the “eyelid” and spasm ...click here to read more

Mental health update 2017: Mental exhaustion, catatonic depression, dementia signs, essential oils for stress

We would not be able to do much in this world without a healthy brain. This delicate organ is housed within our skull, keeping it relatively safe from external hazards. However, other factors affecting its ability to perform its function may be insidious in nature, leading to mental illness. As we age, every one of ...click here to read more

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