Category Archives: Health News

A nasal spray may prove to be an effective treatment for diabetes for quickly boosting blood sugar levels when they are low. The nasal spray includes a powdered glucagon which quickly increases blood sugar levels. Typical treatment to control hypoglycemia – low blood sugar – is by mixing powdered glucagons with water and injecting it ...click here to read more

A new study has found that having anxiety increases the risk of dementia by 48 percent. The study examined 28 years of data from the Swedish Adoption Twin Study of Aging. IT involved 1,082 participants who completed tests every three years and answered questionnaires and who were screened for dementia. Previous research explored the link ...click here to read more

Researchers for the Cleveland Clinic have found that by targeting microbes in the gut it could lead to heart disease prevention brought on by nutrients in a person’s diet – this is the first time this mode of treatment has been discovered. Nutrients which can contribute to heart disease are commonly found in eggs, red ...click here to read more

Winter illnesses and winter diseases can be a real drag – especially around the holiday season, when you are supposed to be healthy and enjoying yourself. We often discuss winter illnesses like the flu, but the wintertime can bring with it many other risks, such as heart attack and mental illness. Below are Bel Marra ...click here to read more

Screening postmenopausal women with an annual blood test for ovarian cancer could reduce deaths caused by ovarian cancer by 20 percent, according to new findings. There is currently no reliable screening method for ovarian cancer, and unfortunately it is often not diagnosed until it is in its later stages. Nearly 60 percent of ovarian cancer ...click here to read more

Pregnancy can be a beautiful time in a woman’s life – it’s the moment when a woman has the opportunity to bring new life into the world. Although pregnancy is a joyous occasion, it can also bring with it risks and complications that all women should be made aware of. Here is a roundup of ...click here to read more

Smoking bans have shown to be more effective in getting people to quit smoking than increasing taxes on cigarettes. Although higher taxes have been shown to improve rates of smoking cessation, smoking bans have proven slightly better. It’s important to note that smoking bans were more effective among those who were casual smokers as opposed ...click here to read more

Inflammation is a natural defense mechanism that the body uses in order to protect itself. On the other hand, it can be an indicator of poor health and even contribute to health complications. Inflammation can be a sign of a serious illness and is often attributed to many diseases. Over the past year much news ...click here to read more

A new study has found that girl’s health is greatly affected compared to boys when it comes to a divorce or separation in a family. The findings from the University of Illinois show that long-term effects on girl’s health after divorce revolve around later-life depression, smoking, and overall negative health consequences. The researchers looked at ...click here to read more

As the population continues to age, more and more cases of dementia and memory loss will continue to crop up. Dementia and memory loss is a pressing issue for seniors, and this past year much information came out regarding dementia causes, treatments and even prevention methods. At Bel Marra Health we have collected together the ...click here to read more

A new study finds that horror films actually curdle your blood and that it’s not just a mere expression. During Medieval times it was believed that intense fear could curdle your blood and so modern scientists decided to put the theory to the test. The study involved 24 healthy young adults. Some participants watched a ...click here to read more

A new study has found that toothless heart disease patients are twice as likely to die as those with teeth which may suggest that losing teeth could offer insight into deadly heart disease. Gum disease is a common cause of tooth loss and gum disease-related inflammation which has been found to play a role in ...click here to read more

Heart disease has always been the number one killer of Americans but now new research suggests it affects more people than ever – one in three. In 2013 heart disease was responsible for claiming the lives of 801,000 Americans which includes heart conditions like heart attack, heart failure, and valve and artery disease. In the ...click here to read more

A new study has found that fish hold can help with turning fat cells which typically store fat into fat-burning cells. The findings could help reduce weight gain for those in middle age. The researchers found that fish oil activates receptors in the digestive tract which starts up the sympathetic nervous system which makes storage ...click here to read more