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Should cystitis drugs for women be available without a prescription? The study published in The BMJ says, yes. The researchers suggest, making cystitis treatment prescription-free could save three million scarce doctor appointments a year. Cystitis is an acute uncomplicated urinary tract infection affecting nearly half of women at least once throughout their lifetime. Treatment for ...click here to read more

Nocturia (excessive nighttime urination) risk is lower in physically active men. Males may experience nocturia due to an enlarged prostate, overproduction of urine, low bladder capacity, and sleep disturbances. The researchers analyzed data from 28,404 men with pre-existing benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and 4,710 men with newly developed BPH (incident group). In the incident group, ...click here to read more

Bloating is the worst. You feel uncomfortable, you have to loosen your belt or unbutton your pants, oftentimes you just don’t feel like yourself… There are many reasons why you feel bloated. Eating too quickly, eating processed foods, eating foods you can’t tolerate, you name it… But as much as eating the wrong stuff in ...click here to read more

LDL “bad” cholesterol can be lowered by five percent with a daily serving of beans, peas, chickpeas, or lentils. The researchers at St. Michael’s Hospital in Toronto, Canada, found that just one serving of pulses is enough to lower bad cholesterol and reduce your risk of heart disease. Based on their current eating habits, Americans ...click here to read more

Up to six million Americans are drinking water that is contaminated with harmful toxins. These chemicals can contribute to a slew of health problems, including certain types of cancer, high cholesterol, thyroid issues, and even compromised immune function. The concentration of chemicals known as polyfluoroalkyl and perfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) in water exceeds government-recommended safety standards. ...click here to read more

Dear Friends, It’s my Birthday! And because I’m a lady, you know I won’t reveal my age – which is only a number anyway, right? It’s all about how you feel! But for many of us, getting yet another year older can be scary. We start getting more aches and pains, we may feel as ...click here to read more

An overactive bladder can be a distressing condition to live with, as the strong urge to urinate and fear of leakage is always on your mind. Overactive bladder, or OAB, affects about 15 percent of the North American population. People who have OAB find themselves using the bathroom eight or more times a day and ...click here to read more

Urinary incontinence (UI) or loss of bladder control in men is not uncommon, but it can be treated once the cause is determined. Uncontrollable urine in men or urinary incontinence occurs in eleven to 34 percent of older men, but it is not just an issue that impacts the aging. Younger men can also experience ...click here to read more

Low testosterone is a growing problem for aging men. Although testosterone naturally decreases as men get older, when it gets too low it can start taking a negative toll on your health. Testosterone is known as a male sex hormone, even though women do have some of it as well. Generally associated with libido and ...click here to read more

A new study has found that staying fit and regularly exercising can reduce the risk of vision and eye problems in diabetics. Vision problems are often a complication of diabetes, especially if it’s not well managed. The study found that diabetics who stay inactive have a higher risk of vision problems, compared to those who ...click here to read more

Overactive bladder (OAB) is a common condition among older adults, particularly women. Overactive bladder is often associated with other conditions in the body, including irritable bowel syndrome, and multiple sclerosis. Here are some of our articles on overactive bladder, along with some useful management tips and home remedies. Overactive bladder and irritable bowel syndrome influenced ...click here to read more

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) risk is higher in adults whose eyes adjust to darkness slowly, according to research findings. Your eyes’ ability to adjust to the dark after bright light is called dark adaptation. Researchers believe the time it takes for you to adjust to darkness offers some insight into your AMD risk. The research ...click here to read more

August is Psoriasis Awareness Month, so we have compiled some of Bel Marra Health’s top stories on psoriasis in association with gluten-free diet, heart disease, Alzheimer’s disease, menopause, and gum disease. The exact cause of this autoimmune skin condition is still unknown, but research is underway attempting to uncover the driving mechanisms of psoriasis. Going ...click here to read more

Diverticulitis patients reveal psychological and physical symptoms long after their acute illness has passed, according to research. Based on patient interviews, the UCLA study concluded that many of them suffer from psychological as well as physical symptoms related to diverticulitis long after the recovery. The findings also suggest that acute diverticulitis can progress into chronic ...click here to read more