Author Archives : Emily Lunardo

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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Frequent Premature Atrial Contractions (a Common Type of Heart Arrhythmia) a Predictor of Atrial Fibrillation: Study

Atrial fibrillation is a frequent irregular heartbeat that can eventually lead to the formation of blood clots, stroke, heart failure, and other cardiac concerns. Atrial fibrillation is estimated to affect between 1.5 and two percent of the adult population, although the risk doubles in men between the ages of 75 and 79. Age is the ...click here to read more

This Ingredient Is Hurting Your Digestion

There are many things that can wreak havoc on your digestion including stress, food intolerances and allergies, and underlying medical conditions. But a new study has found a specific ingredient in canned goods could be a possible culprit of indigestion. Canned foods use zinc oxide nanoparticles, as they prevent staining of sulfur-producing foods along with ...click here to read more

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Artificial Sweeteners Disrupt Insulin Resistance, Increases Risk of Developing Diabetes: Study

People fighting weight issues often consume low-calorie sweeteners think it’s a healthier option. However, a new study suggests that these individuals could be promoting metabolic syndrome and diabetes. The study, conducted by researchers at George Washington University, discovered a close link between consumption of artificial sweeteners and metabolic syndrome, which occurs when someone experiences insulin ...click here to read more

How to get rid of gastroparesis naturally

Gastroparesis is a condition in which the stomach motility (spontaneous contraction of the muscles) does not function properly. When stomach muscles are strong and healthy, they push the food forward along the digestive tract, until it is ready to be released through the bowels. In gastroparesis, the motility is limited or does not work at ...click here to read more

5 Springtime Foods You Should Be Eating

It’s always best to eat foods when they’re in season because that’s when they’re at their prime, and fewer chemicals are used to harvest them. Spring is a great time to clean up your winter diet and add more vibrant colored foods that grow this time of year. Some may call these foods as superfoods ...click here to read more

Your Morning Beverage Is Hurting Your Joints

Arthritis is a common cause for joint pain among older adults. Joints become stiff, swollen, range of motion is limited, and above all, you experience pain. Living with arthritis and joint pain can be difficult, but there is one thing that you probably do every day that is worsening it. Several studies have shown that ...click here to read more

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