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Building strength is traditionally achieved through lifting very heavy weights. However, according to a new research study from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, physical strength may improve just as much from exercising the nervous system as the muscles themselves. Everyone will tell you that, in order to get stronger and build muscle, you have to lift ...click here to read more

Pregnant women are one of the most protected and cared for individuals in society, and rightfully so, as they carry the next generation in their bodies. Pregnancy can take a great toll on a woman, causing back pain, swelling of extremities, and constant fatigue. In addition to all of this, pregnant women are tasked with ...click here to read more

A new study led by researchers from the University of Geneva (UNIGE) examines whether people who are born blind express emotions differently than seeing people. It is said that 90% of human interaction is non-verbal, including how we express our emotions to those around us. Even babies can detect differences in facial expressions before they ...click here to read more

You know all the healthy lifestyle habits necessary to keep your heart healthy, lower your blood pressure, keep your brain sharp, your digestion moving smoothly, and to keep your bones and muscles strong, but do you know what to do to keep your liver healthy? The liver is a very important organ that is involved ...click here to read more

Another has as gone by, which means it’s time for your weekly health news round-up. We have discussed a lot of medical issues this week. Giving you the information you need about these important topics is what Bel Marra is all about. What is a pulled abdominal muscle? Causes, symptoms, and treatment Having a pulled ...click here to read more

Cluster headaches and migraines both cause pain, but they are two different conditions. A cluster headache is a headache that occurs several times in a day, and it is short in length and very painful. Cluster headaches may only affect one side of the head and pain is usually felt around the eyes. Cluster headaches ...click here to read more

Our thyroid hormone is essential for regulating metabolism and is required for the normal balance of chemical reactions in the body. Having low levels of thyroid hormone or an underactive thyroid gland is called hypothyroidism, and it affects women older than 60. To better inform our readers, we have compiled a list of our best ...click here to read more

A new study shows that children who sleep less show signs of advanced cellular aging. Getting enough sleep is incredibly important. This is a lesson we all learn at one time or another when we simply don’t get enough sleep. Making it through the next day is challenging, to say the least. Not getting enough ...click here to read more

Chest congestion is a common respiratory symptom that could be an indication of the flu or cold. However, there are also cases where it can be a sign of a more serious health issue, like an infection or heart disease. Most people understand that chest congestion is a sign of excessive mucus in the lower ...click here to read more

We all have difficulty falling asleep from time to time. Restless nights spent tossing and turning can ruin anyone’s day. For some of us, this is infrequent. However, there are some people who constantly struggle to get to sleep, and according to new research, these sleep problems may increase Alzheimer’s risk. Alzheimer’s disease is a ...click here to read more

Alzheimer’s disease is the sixth leading cause of death in America and as the population continues to age, cases of Alzheimer’s disease will continue to rise. Currently, every 66 seconds a person develops Alzheimer’s disease and by 2050, there could be up to 16 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease. These numbers reveal the impact ...click here to read more

Falling asleep can be difficult for some. Our minds race, we toss and turn, and we find no benefit in common sleep tricks like counting sheep. Granted, on some nights it’s easier to fall asleep than usual, but most of the time it can be a real struggle. This makes us seek out solutions, with ...click here to read more

The most powerful organ in the body is none other than the brain. It is involved in every aspect of control, affecting everything from our breathing to our heartbeats. The brain also has the power to motivate, helping us get past stressful moments in our lives. On the flip side, our brain has the power ...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