Author Archives : Devon Andre

Devon Andre has been involved in the health and dietary supplement industry for a number of years. Devon has written extensively for Bel Marra Health. He has a Bachelor of Forensic Science from the University of Windsor, and went on to complete a Juris Doctor from the University of Pittsburgh. Devon is keenly aware of trends and new developments in the area of health and wellness. He embraces an active lifestyle combining diet, exercise and healthy choices. By working to inform readers of the options available to them, he hopes to improve their health and quality of life.

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Medical Marijuana May Offer Benefits to the Liver

As medical marijuana becomes more popular, its effects on health become more widely studied to determine what exactly it can benefit and what it cannot. Liver disease is a growing problem worldwide and is caused by high amounts of tissue scarring in the liver. This constant inflammation contributes to the death of cells; thus, the ...click here to read more

Minerals That Can Help Prevent Osteoporosis

When it comes to osteoporosis, it is often suggested that you get plenty of calcium and vitamin D to keep your bones healthy. But your bones need many more minerals than just vitamin D and calcium. Being aware of these other minerals can help you ensure you incorporate them into your daily diet to keep ...click here to read more

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Greek Olives Help Reduce Cholesterol

The latest research findings suggest that Kalamata olives from Greece may help reduce bad cholesterol and help improve overall health. The study looked at participants aged 22 to 65 from the 401 Military Hospital in Athens. One of the significant findings of the study included that Kalamata olives helped reduced LDL cholesterol along with improving ...click here to read more

Avoid Sleeping in on the Weekends

For many of us, the weekends are a time to catch up on some lost sleep from the week. This may not be as good of an idea as you think it is. Research suggests that every hour of sleep lost requires four days of adequate rest to make up for it. Generally, the majority ...click here to read more

Crazy myth puts woman’s life at risk

There are crazy health myths and trends that surface from time-to-time but these are not necessarily something you should try to take on your own to improve your health. There is a growing trend of injected stuff into our bodies to feel better, but one woman took this a bit too far. Fruits and vegetables ...click here to read more

Aerobic Exercise Wards off Blood Sugar Spikes

In type 2 diabetics, there is a risk of blood sugar spiking. This can be detrimental because it can cause unwanted symptoms such as blurred vision and dizziness. One good way to control blood sugar levels is through exercise, and the best type of exercise to reduce spikes in blood sugar levels is aerobic exercise. ...click here to read more

Why a Gluten-Free Diet May Not Be Best

Gluten-free products line shelves in plenty of grocery stores. Nowadays, you can essentially get any product without gluten. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, rye, and barley. When people with intolerances consume food with gluten, it can trigger unwanted symptoms. Many people who suffer from digestive issues have jumped on the gluten-free diet as ...click here to read more

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