Author Archives : Bel Marra Health

Having cloudy urine is not unusual and, in many cases, it is no reason for alarm. However, it just might be a sign of an underlying health condition. Healthy urine is clear and light yellow in color. Unhealthy urine can be cloudy, hazy, or milky looking. This can occur for a number of different reasons, ...click here to read more

Testosterone is the primary hormone needed in male libido, but it has also been linked to other health problems. Some studies have suggested that low testosterone in males is linked to depression and even diabetes. A more recent study has suggested that low testosterone may be tied to chronic disease. Lead author of the study ...click here to read more

Many people are choosing to cook with coconut oil, as it has been hailed as a superfood. A few months ago we reported that “Initial claims of coconut oil suggested it could aid in weight loss and boost immunity. As of late, these claims are being questioned along with other issues are arising such as ...click here to read more

The importance of maintaining strong muscles as you age can’t be stressed enough. Having strong muscles helps support your bones, which translates to a reduced risk of injury. But for many seniors, building and maintaining muscle is difficult. It’s suggested that one way to increase muscles is to take amino acid supplements. Amino acids are ...click here to read more

Anal stenosis can be a serious health concern that may have a significant impact on a person’s overall well-being. Understanding the causes and signs of anal stenosis and receiving early treatment can help people avoid complications. Also referred to as anal stricture or rectal stricture, anal stenosis is a narrowing of the anal canal that ...click here to read more

For the majority of people, normal stool is one or two inches in diameter, so suddenly producing a thin or narrow stool can be startling. To have it happen once or twice may not be harmful, but if you have narrow, thin stools on a regular basis, it could be a sign of an underlying ...click here to read more

Our body is connected in several different ways, so it shouldn’t be that surprising that your gut health could impact your joint pain. It is well known that obesity is linked to osteoarthritis — a type of arthritis categorized by “wear-and-tear” of the joints and cartilage. Osteoarthritis affects an estimated 31 million people and it’s ...click here to read more

Many diabetics are taking the medication metformin. The medication was approved over 60 years ago by the FDA to treat diabetes. It’s an effective medication because it helps to lower blood sugar that’s produced by the liver. Chinese researchers now suggest that metformin may help slow down the aging process and extend the lifespan of ...click here to read more