Category Archives: Health News

While you’re reading this, you’re probably sitting down. Now take a brief moment to consider how your legs are positioned. Are both feet flat on the ground? Are they elevated on a stool? Or are they crossed? If you’re sitting cross-legged, you may want to straighten yourself out. You might have heard that sitting cross-legged ...click here to read more

Another week has gone by in the world of health news, and we here at Bel Marra have brought you a lot of interesting topics to get your brain juices flowing. If you happened to miss some of our articles from the past week, we’ve got you covered with our weekly health news round-up. Here ...click here to read more

Your body needs food as fuel just like a car needs gasoline. So, when you are feeling tired, exhausted, and low on energy, it could be due to problems in your diet. Common diet mistakes can take a serious toll on your energy levels. If you’re dieting and experiencing fatigue, then you will want to ...click here to read more

Many people overlook their liver health. Generally speaking, heart and digestion concerns tend to be of greater focus. What most people don’t realize is that the liver performs over 500 functions, many that affect different areas of health. This means that a healthy liver translates to overall better health. Unfortunately, this is often overlooked, as ...click here to read more

A new study found that consuming fish at least twice a week could significantly reduce pain and swelling associated with rheumatoid arthritis. Although previous studies have looked at the benefits of fish supplements on rheumatoid arthritis, little was known about actual consumption of fish and its effects on rheumatoid arthritis pain. Study author Dr. Sara ...click here to read more

Despite all of our knowledge about sleep, we still don’t know the exact reason why we do it. Sure, we can measure brain waves and appreciate its restorative effects, but why do we need to be unconscious and follow the sun to help initiate the process? These are just some of the questions investigated by ...click here to read more

Are you sneaking off to the fridge late at night? Can’t seem to get through your evening TV show without mindlessly munching on chips or some other snack? If you can’t seem to curb your cravings for sweet, starchy, and salty foods in the evening, the researchers at Harvard and Oregon Health and Science University ...click here to read more

Unbeknownst to most people, our intestines are full of bacteria. Most of our Western culture has demonized bacteria, blaming them for causing infections and inconvenience. However, we as a species would not be able to survive without them, as they help to break down the food we eat into molecules your body recognizes. Intestinal ecosystem ...click here to read more

Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a debilitating condition for patients as they constantly live with low energy. It can make daily life a struggle and the worst part is that there aren’t FDA-approved treatments for it, so patients are often left in the dark about what to do to improve their symptoms. Symptoms of CFS ...click here to read more

It has been quite an information-packed week in the world of medical news, and we at Bel Marra have taken the time to compile a list of all the articles that may be of interest to you. You will find detailed information on iliac crest pain, which affects millions of adults today. Knowing how to ...click here to read more

If you’re feeling stressed out and think that your work performance is on a steady decline, this new research will strike a chord. It suggests that cycling can help improve both of these symptoms. The researchers compared different methods of commuting to work and their effects on stress levels and work performance. The researchers found ...click here to read more

Heart troubles are no laughing matter. From the dawn of civilization, the heart was recognized as one of the vital organs central to our very existence. Where do we keep our fondest memories and our top secrets? In our hearts. What do men offer women (aside from their hand) in exchange for her love and ...click here to read more

It’s been another week of great health news here at Bel Marra and we have taken the time to gather the best of the best for our weekly health news round-up. You will find articles on poor circulation in hands, a condition that is hard to cure. To keep your bowel movement regular, we’ve included ...click here to read more

Oftentimes, the last thing people with achy joints want to do is move around. Usually, it’s out of fear that the inflammation in their joints and the pain they’re experiencing will only get worse. But although arthritis symptoms stop people from partaking in physical activity, in many cases, it’s the best thing they could do ...click here to read more