Author Archives : Bel Marra Health

For some people, living with varicose veins does not cause any trouble but is simply an eye sore. For others, varicose veins can cause pain, swelling, and discomfort. Varicose veins are the result of a weakening within a vein that causes blood to pool and veins to dilate, allowing them to be visible beneath the ...click here to read more

September marks the beginning of National Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness and garner support for a condition that affects nearly 2.2 Americans. Atrial fibrillation is characterized by a rapid and irregular heartbeat that occurs in the upper chambers—called the atria—quiver erratically. Atrial fibrillation is a treatable condition, yet as few as ...click here to read more

Take a look in the mirror and focus on the white part of your eyes. Is this part simply white or do you notice freckles? If you have freckles on the white part of your eye then you are part of the 60 percent of the population who does. These “freckles” are actually clusters of ...click here to read more

Living with several health conditions is something almost exclusively experienced by the elderly. As we reach our older years, the human body becomes less capable of fighting off infection and is more susceptible to disease. This often leads seniors to experience symptoms that reduce their quality of life. It is estimated that about 70 percent ...click here to read more

Who doesn’t want to live forever? Although it’s not possible now, there may be a simple—and fun—way to extend your life. If you think of the fundamentals of a healthy relationship, a few things probably come to your mind: trust, honesty, communication, and sex. A healthy and happy relationship requires a healthy sex life and ...click here to read more

A new study suggests that women with gum disease or a history of gum disease are at a higher risk of developing certain types of cancer. These cancers include tumors in the esophagus and breasts. The researchers uncovered that a history of gum disease increased the risk of certain cancers by 14 percent. Esophageal cancer ...click here to read more

It may be hard to believe, but summer is coming to an end, which means fall is just around the corner. Fall brings with it colorful leaves, cooler temperatures, and unfortunately, cold and flu season. Instead of falling victim to illness this fall, try these simple tips to start boosting your immune system now so ...click here to read more

You’ve probably heard of white noise, which is a noise containing several different frequencies with equal intensities. Many people find that falling asleep to white noise helps them sleep throughout the night. In fact, manufacturers have developed specific machines to produce white noise to help people sleep. But if you want to improve your sleep ...click here to read more