Emily Lunardo studied medical sociology at York University with a strong focus on the social determinants of health and mental illness. She is a registered Zumba instructor, as well as a Canfit Pro trainer, who teaches fitness classes on a weekly basis. Emily practices healthy habits in her own life as well as helps others with their own personal health goals. Emily joined Bel Marra Health as a health writer in 2013.
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A new study, performed by at the University of Oxford, has found that adults living with high blood pressure in the long-term are at an increased risk for developing aortic valve disease (AVD). The condition occurs when the valve that controls the pumping of blood from the left ventricle in the heart into the aorta ...click here to read more
You have probably heard that antioxidants are good for your health and they can contribute to longevity by fighting off free radical damage and oxidization. This type of damage is what speeds up aging and leads to bodily functions becoming weaker.Therefore, it’s a wise idea to pack on the antioxidants to slow down this process. ...click here to read more
When it comes to eating foods for a boost in libido, oysters, strawberries, and chocolate typically come to mind. But there is a fruit that can work wonders on your bedroom performance and libido. That fruit is bananas. Bananas have all the good stuff to get you in the mood and improve your performance. To ...click here to read more
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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a term used to describe any progressive pulmonary disease characterized by increased breathlessness. It is currently the fourth leading cause of death internationally and projections expect its status to increase to the third leading cause of death by 2020. It is common for patients with COPD to also suffer ...click here to read more
Did you know you can monitor your own blood pressure from home? Well, you can, and new research suggests that if you suffer from high blood pressure, this might be the most effective way of getting it under control. Some clinics offer the home blood pressure monitors for free, but you can also purchase them ...click here to read more
To boost testosterone levels, there are many things you can do, from changes in your diet to even using patches or gels. But if you want a quick boost, all you have to do is think and believe you are the best. It sounds strange, but the latest research findings uncovered that believing you’ve ‘won’ ...click here to read more
Tennis elbow, or lateral epicondylitis, is a condition that encompasses the overuse of the forearm, arm, and hand muscles, which creates elbow pain. Although it is commonly referred to as tennis elbow, it is not only experienced by tennis players; the term only came about because the condition was quite common among tennis players. The ...click here to read more
As we age, we tend to become weaker as we may be less active and consume less nutrient-rich foods that help build muscle. Furthermore, muscles among seniors become smaller and weaker, which can ultimately lead to frailty and disability. Muscle weakness with aging is inevitable, but the process behind this hasn’t been fully understood – ...click here to read more
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