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Since 2003, March has been recognized as a National MS Education and Awareness Month by the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation and affiliated groups for the purpose of raising awareness on multiple sclerosis, comorbid conditions like osteoporosis and low bone density, management of MS symptoms such as multiple sclerosis fatigue, along with new research findings associated with ...click here to read more

Erectile dysfunction severity can predict future heart disease and early death risk. A large study published in PLOS Medicine found that erectile dysfunction (ED) corresponds to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Previous research only showed the association between erectile dysfunction and cardiovascular disease risk. The researchers studied the association between severity of self-reported ...click here to read more

Seasonal allergies 2016 update: spring pollen increases hay fever (rhinitis) and asthma attacks. With winter falling behind us, spring is peaking its head. And although many of us welcome the warm weather and green grass, this season can be a total nightmare for those with seasonal allergies. Pollen allergy is the most common springtime allergy, ...click here to read more

Heart disease and stroke risk is dictated by profession in older workers, according to new findings. The study uncovered that those workers over the age of 45 in sales, office support, or other service occupations have more risk factors for heart disease and stroke, compared to workers in management and professional jobs. Overall, over 88 ...click here to read more

Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that only occurs during a woman’s pregnancy, although data shows that it can turn into type 2 diabetes after a person gives birth. Your body needs glucose for energy, but too much glucose in the blood is not good for a baby. If you have blood sugar that ...click here to read more

Unfortunately, we can’t stop aging, and so with every passing year our health is put at risk. From vision loss to hearing troubles, these are just some aspects of health that naturally get worse with age. On the other hand, although aging puts you at risk for some health problems, you can actively try to ...click here to read more

Dyspepsia, or indigestion and upset stomach, is a condition which describes pain or discomfort in the stomach region. A slew of symptoms can be experienced in dyspepsia, including nausea, bloating, and burping, to name a few. There are many causes of an upset stomach including eating too much, eating too fast, consuming fatty or greasy ...click here to read more

March is National Nutrition Month 2016, which discusses topics such as the Mediterranean diet, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes as both of these two conditions are heavily impacted through diet and nutrition. In order to educate you, we here at Bel Marra Health have compiled our top news stories regarding nutrition such as the ...click here to read more

Psoriasis raises the risk of type 2 diabetes depending on the intensity of the skin disorder. Psoriasis has been found to be an independent risk factor for type 2 diabetes, with a much greater risk found in those with severe psoriasis. The researchers estimate 115,000 individuals will develop type 2 diabetes based on their risk ...click here to read more

Mindfulness is linked to better blood sugar levels and cardiovascular health. Mindfulness is the inherent trait of being aware of one’s present thoughts and feelings. The study from Brown University looked at 399 people, using health indicators that included dispositional mindfulness and blood glucose. The researchers found that higher scores of mindfulness were associated with ...click here to read more

Multiple sclerosis (MS) patients are at a higher risk of developing other illnesses, according to a new study. Patients with MS are more likely to suffer chronic illnesses, compared to individuals without the neurological disorder. The researchers looked at how common several chronic conditions were in over 23,400 newly diagnosed patients and over 116,000 individuals ...click here to read more

Peptic ulcer (stomach ulcer) is an open sore in the lining of the stomach, lower esophagus, or small intestine, typically resulting from inflammation caused by bacteria or erosion caused by stomach acid. There are three types of peptic ulcers: gastric, esophageal, and duodenal. The different types of peptic ulcers describe where the ulcer is located, ...click here to read more

If you aren’t getting proper sleep on a nightly basis, you are increasing your risk of stroke. Sleep is the time when our bodies finally get to recharge and take a break from the busy day. Our hormones become regulated, our stress is reduced, and even our memories improve with proper sleep. As you can ...click here to read more

For those suffering from gallbladder issues, learning about gallbladder lifestyle tips including gallbladder friendly foods and foods that aggravate gallbladder problems could go a long way to helping ease symptoms. Following gallbladder lifestyle habits can help keep it healthy along with reducing the risk of painful gallbladder stones and the complications they can bring. The ...click here to read more