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High resting heart rate and lower heart rate variation increases the risk of heart disease in older adults. Researcher Dr. Behnam Sabayan wrote, “It has been hypothesized that heart rate and heart rate variability are markers of frailty, an increased vulnerability to stressors and functional decline. However, the direct link between these two parameters and ...click here to read more

There are a wide slew of causes that can contribute to bubbles in urine. In some cases, the case is so harmless that it will pass on its own, while in other cases, some medical intervention may be required. Having some bubbles in the urine is normal, so unless you notice changes or experience other ...click here to read more

Did you know that there is a higher risk of heart attacks during the winter months, especially near the holidays? It’s sad but true. There is generally an influx of heart attacks between the months of November and March, and if you already have some cardiovascular factors, your risk can increase during this time. While ...click here to read more

A faster heart rate increases the risk of diabetes, according to research findings. The study was conducted over a four-year period involving 73,357 Chinese adults. Based on the researchers’ observations, faster heart rates were associated with poorer blood sugar outcomes. Senior author Xiang Gao explained, “In this study, we measured resting heart rate among about ...click here to read more

A new study has found that adolescents with a high body mass index (BMI) are at a higher risk of suffering from cognitive impairment in their midlife years. To investigate this association, the researchers analyzed 507 people who were tracked on average for 33 years, beginning at the age of 17. The participants completed computerized ...click here to read more

Thyroid eye disease or Grave’s disease is a complication of thyroid disorders. They are autoimmune diseases where the immune system attacks the thyroid which affects the amount of hormones which are released. This can lead to symptoms including causing the tissue around the eyes to become enlarged. Causes of thyroid eye disease There isn’t much ...click here to read more

Many people assume that allergies and asthma are problems that disappear once the cold weather kicks in, but this isn’t the case, especially during the holiday season. According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI), two-thirds of allergy sufferers experience symptoms all year round. Even after pollen dies down, there are a ...click here to read more

This weekly health news roundup presents Bel Marra Health’s latest news articles on Alzheimer’s disease, protein leakage, brain fog, cervical spondylosis, and immune system. This week, we discussed the early signs of Alzheimer’s disease, protein leakage in kidney disease, brain fog causes and prevention methods, causes and treatment of cervical spondylosis, and the best foods ...click here to read more

Tiredness, especially chronic, can negatively affect your day-to-day experience. You may have difficulties concentrating, you complete tasks slower, and worse yet, your weariness can affect your ability to drive, increasing your risk of accidents. There are numerous reasons to feel tired, and poor sleep is the most obvious one. But did you know there are ...click here to read more

Researchers found that the rhythm of breathing creates electrical activity in the human brain that enhances emotional judgment and memory recall. In the study, participants were able to detect the fear in one’s face quicker when they were breathing in, as opposed to breathing out. Lead author Christina Zelano explained, “One of the major findings ...click here to read more

Age-related vision changes are normal, but if your vision is declining at an alarming rate, there may be a simple yet surprising explanation. It is true that your eyes change over time but, researchers have uncovered, one lifestyle habit (a very common one) is increasing the risk of blindness. Binge drinking contributes to blindness There ...click here to read more

Brain fog isn’t a medically recognized condition but it is characterized by the feeling of confusion, forgetfulness, lack of focus, and poor mental clarity. Patients describe brain fog as the inability to think clearly. Brain fog can be associated with lifestyle factors or can develop as a side effect of a medical condition or medication. ...click here to read more

Cold and flu season is upon us! If you don’t want to be bogged down by illness (who does?), you should wash your hands diligently, get the flu shot, and try your best to avoid people who are sick around you. But another great trick is boosting your immune system to make sure it has ...click here to read more

Dear Friends, As 2016 is coming to a close, it’s that time to start looking forward into 2017 health and wellness trends. Each year, there is always a certain health fad everybody is crazy about all of a sudden. For example, in 2016 we saw a rise in wearable technology, waist trainers, and detox teas ...click here to read more