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There are people out there who prefer order in their lives rather than unpredictability. Feeling secure in their work and relationships is something most people take great comfort in. These concepts appear foreign to some people who reject stability in lieu of impulsiveness. There are pros and cons to each. Certain medical conditions can even ...click here to read more

Millions of Americans experience traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) every year. Symptoms can differ from patient to patient, with some exhibiting no physical signs whatsoever while others are severely inhibited by headaches, trouble focusing, confusion, and several different kinds of visual impairment. One common symptom many concussion patients experience during their recovery is sensitivity to light, ...click here to read more

Young people tend to take more risks in life, especially when it comes to their safety and well-being. Speeding down highways, bungee jumping off bridges, and even skydiving all seem thrilling, but they also come with the risk of serious injury or death. A new study from Finland has found a correlation with severe head ...click here to read more

Most of us have heard about how early infancy offers the best window of opportunity for sensory learning, including sound and other forms of stimulation. We have also been exposed to the notion that as we age, it is common to have difficulty learning. Now a new study is suggesting that it’s possible to reverse ...click here to read more

Over the last two decades, a variety of health benefits have been linked to the Mediterranean diet, and new findings suggest that one of the primary ingredients of the diet, extra-virgin olive oil, can protect against cognitive decline. The Mediterranean diet, which is described as being full of fresh fruits, vegetables, and olive oil, has ...click here to read more

As we age, one of our main concerns is losing our memory and our ability to remain sharp. We try to stay engaged in mentally stimulating activities like reading and learning new things, but not everyone has the time. Most people don’t think of video games as intelligence builders, however, researchers from the University of ...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

Lupus is a chronic inflammatory condition that commonly occurs in women that can affect nearly any part of the body. It is not known how this disease manifests, but it is known to be an autoimmune disease—when your body’s immune system attacks its own tissue. Lupus attacks tissue in the joints, skin, kidneys, blood, heart, ...click here to read more

Alcohol consumption has been the subject of many studies, many of which express how beneficial it is in moderation. Drinking the stuff has been found to reduce our risk of dying from heart disease, possibly reduce our risk of ischemic stroke, and even reduce our risk of diabetes. However, a new study is not as ...click here to read more

Our memories are something we all want to hold on to. Trauma, disease, and aging can result in memory loss, language problems, and other symptoms of cognitive decline. In addition to that, a new study has found that a disease of the small vessels in the brain can be a major contributor to memory loss. ...click here to read more

As we age, many of the tissues found in our muscles and organs begin to lose their resilience. We are not as strong as we once were, we face many more health problems, and we even slow down mentally. A research team wanted to explore this aspect of normal aging, looking deeper at how the ...click here to read more

A common staple in Mediterranean diets, olive oil is a flavorful ingredient used in a large number of food dishes. It is not only eaten—this versatile oil is commonly used in cosmetics, medicine, and even soaps. Olive oil is packed with beneficial nutrients. New research has found that a primary component in olive oil may ...click here to read more

June marks the beginning of sunshine-filled days and outdoor activities, but it also happens to be Alzheimer’s and brain awareness month. This is a time where the health community bands together to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. At Bel Marra, we want to do our part, so we have provided ...click here to read more

Our battle against weight gain seems never ending. We are constantly making a mental note of the foods we eat and whether they are healthy for us. We feel bad when we eat something particularly calorie heavy and try to compensate by eating healthy the next day or spending more time exercising. However, according to ...click here to read more