Author Archives : Emily Lunardo

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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Filtered cigarettes linked to increased risk: Study

Cigarettes have gone through quite the transformation over the decades. Doctors used to promote smoking to sooth a sore throat. Today, it is a completely different story, as we have realized the harmful effects smoking has. Tobacco companies are not deterred, however, as they fight to stay relevant and keep people hooked. They introduced the cigarette ...click here to read more

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Where you live can be a source of anxiety

Having feelings of stress and anxiety from time to time is normal. Healthy stress and anxiety pop up as fleeting, temporary feelings. However, there are people who have ongoing anxiety and worries that interfere with their day to day life. This level of continuous stress can make it challenging for individuals to leave their homes ...click here to read more

Is drinking eight glasses of water a day a myth?

There is nothing like quenching your thirst with a glass of cold water. It is refreshing, easy to drink, and has zero calories. You can find water in anything we drink, from carbonated beverages to alcohol, though in these cases, it serves primarily as a base for other, not-so-healthy ingredients. Drinking plenty of water is ...click here to read more

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