Category Archives: Health News

A new study has revealed that children with mild gastroenteritis who received diluted apple juice along with their beverage of choice experienced fewer treatment failures such as IV rehydration or hospitalization, compared to children given electrolyte maintenance solution. Gastroenteritis is a common condition affecting children, and electrolyte maintenance solution is often recommended in order to ...click here to read more

Toronto, Canada, May 3, 2016 – Bel Marra Health (www.BelMarraHealth.com), a company offering specially formulated vitamins and nutritional products, is weighing in on a study showing that coffee consumption reduces cholesterol and the risk of liver disease. Italian scientists from the University of Napoli found that consuming six cups of coffee daily can help lower ...click here to read more

Worsening depression in seniors could be an early predictor of dementia in seniors, according to a new study. Dr. Gisele Wolf-Klein who reviewed the findings said, “More research is needed, but the study raises the possibility of an overlap between the pathology of dementia and depression.” The research team tracked depression symptoms among over 3,300 ...click here to read more

A new study reveals that unhealthy snack choices and cravings may be prompted by boredom and not actual hunger. The results come from the British researchers who conducted two experiments to evaluate how boredom affects eating habits. For the first experiment, 52 participants filled out questionnaires about their food preferences before and after copying a ...click here to read more

Individuals living with a brain injury experience difficulties when it comes to sleeping. Many of these patients may not even be aware that they have sleep problems. The study revealed these patients may experience daytime sleepiness for up to 18 months following the injury. Furthermore, these sleep problems may negatively impact daytime performance at work, ...click here to read more

Psoriasis, a skin condition, has been linked to an increased risk of obesity and type 2 diabetes. Danish researchers found that individuals with type 2 diabetes had over 50 percent greater odds of developing psoriasis, compared to individuals without diabetes. Furthermore, researchers found the rate of psoriasis rose as weight increased. For example, individuals with ...click here to read more

May is Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention month, aiming to draw attention to the topics surrounding this debilitating bone disease. Here at Bel Marra Health, we want to keep you aware of all things osteoporosis as well, so we compiled this roundup of our osteoporosis stories with regards to stem cell therapy, multiple sclerosis, celiac disease, ...click here to read more

May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month, but what exactly is Lyme disease? Well, Lyme disease is a tick-borne illness, one of zoonotic diseases, just like salmonella and E.coli. Lyme disease cases rise in the summer months, so making our readers aware of this threat prior to the season can better help them avoid the disease. ...click here to read more

A new study suggests wearing a hearing aid helps slow down cognitive impairment in seniors with hearing loss. It is well known that hearing loss is tied to mental decline. Thus, preserving or maintaining hearing health can help maintain a strong mind. Researcher Dr. Anil Lalwani said, “We know that hearing aids can keep older ...click here to read more

Building muscle helps reduce the risk of early death from heart disease, so doctors should encourage their patients to partake in resistance and strength training as part of a healthy lifestyle. The researchers analyzed data from over 6,400 Americans with heart disease. The researchers found that patients with greater muscle mass and lower body fat ...click here to read more

World Asthma Day, which falls on May 3 this year, is fast approaching. In view of this, we want to educate our readers on some of the health conditions affected by asthma, including abdominal aortic aneurysm, pulmonary embolism, insomnia, and even pregnancy. Although it is a respiratory condition, asthma can affect health in other ways, ...click here to read more

This weekly health news roundup presents stories regarding shingles, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, and fibromyalgia. We examine whether shingles is contagious and if it is a threat to pregnant women. We also explore rheumatoid arthritis and post-traumatic stress disorder, along with the risk of multiple sclerosis associated with one’s geographical location. Lastly, we wrap up ...click here to read more

Rosacea, a skin condition characterized by redness of the face, may increase a person’s risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Lead author Dr. Alexander Egeberg said, “It is important for patients to remember that having rosacea does not guarantee that they will develop Alzheimer’s disease.” “In fact, while the risk in rosacea patients may be slightly increased ...click here to read more

A new study has revealed that even exposure to mild air pollution increases the risk of pregnancy complications. Study author Rebecca Massa Nachman said, “This study raises the concern that even current standards for air pollution may not be strict enough to protect the fetus, which may be particularly sensitive to environmental factors. We found ...click here to read more