Emily Lunardo studied medical sociology at York University with a strong focus on the social determinants of health and mental illness. She is a registered Zumba instructor, as well as a Canfit Pro trainer, who teaches fitness classes on a weekly basis. Emily practices healthy habits in her own life as well as helps others with their own personal health goals. Emily joined Bel Marra Health as a health writer in 2013.
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With the use of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) data heart attack damage to the left ventricle can be better analyzed. By being able to pinpoint specific damage after a heart attack, better treatment can be prescribed to encourage proper healing. The development comes from researchers at the Singapore Agency for Science, Technology, and Research (A*STAR). ...click here to read more
Proteins, carbohydrates and fats all play a role in type 2 diabetes, and some research suggests higher protein diets are more beneficial for those with type 2 diabetes. Before we explore the role of high protein diets for diabetics, let’s look into the role of protein, carbohydrates and fat. A healthy diet is essential for ...click here to read more
By analyzing obese women with a high risk of cancer, researchers evaluated the effectiveness of weight loss surgery. Results from their findings included: 1. Weight was reduced by one-third. 2. Mean weight loss was 100 pounds. 3. It eliminated precancerous tumor growth. 4. Physical quality of life improved. 5. Improved insulin levels and glucose use. ...click here to read more
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According to a large Swedish study, cancer risk is related to height and taller people are more prone to developing cancer. The research was conducted on over five million Swedish participants. The findings uncovered that with every additional four inches of height, cancer risk was increased by 18 percent in women and 11 percent in ...click here to read more
Parkinson’s disease psychosis (PDP) treatment with antipsychotic drugs increases the risk of death, according to the latest research. Antipsychotic drugs are being prescribed for many off-label purposes, especially to adolescents, which is putting people at risk. Antipsychotic drugs are used for individuals with psychosis, such as schizophrenia. The medications affect neurotransmitters to allow communication between ...click here to read more
Later bedtimes in adolescent and adult years has been linked with an increase in body mass index (BMI). Body mass index uses age, height and weight to estimate body fat percentage. A high BMI reflects being overweight or obese which is associated with health complications. By using results from a sample of over 3,000 individuals, ...click here to read more
Mood disorders and cognitive problems can occur with the progression of multiple sclerosis (MS), which researchers can now determine through eye movements. Mood swings can be quite common in those with MS, from crying at a commercial, to yelling at loved ones without much reason. Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease where the immune system ...click here to read more
Calcium supplements found to be unsuccessful in improving bone density and reducing the risk of fractures, suggests new findings. Calcium has long been hailed as the essential mineral for bone strength. From the day we are born we start drinking our mother’s milk, which provides us with essential nutrients, such as calcium. As we grow, ...click here to read more
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