Author Archives : Bel Marra Health

To build muscle, consuming protein is often recommended, as it helps repair and build muscle. Many people will consume protein powder shakes or find meat or vegan sources of protein. But there is an unlikely food that you probably don’t realize can help you build muscle, and it’s quite delicious. A study found that consuming ...click here to read more

Soleus muscle pain is common and can be a real nuisance due to that fact that the muscle’s main function is to stabilize the ankle joint and help push the foot off the ground. The soleus muscle is one of three muscles located in the calf. It’s located at the back of the leg, beginning ...click here to read more

Many of us only think about our bladder when we have to pee, so we head over to the closest bathroom, relieve ourselves, and carry on our day. But for some of us, we may be taking that trip to the bathroom more often, or what appears in the toilet is starting to look different ...click here to read more

Varicose veins are those blue veins that appear on the legs. For those who have them, they often do not experience symptoms but are embarrassed simply by their appearance. For others, varicose veins may make legs feel heavy and throb in pain. Varicose veins, overall, aren’t dangerous and typically don’t result in any complications. But ...click here to read more

When was the last time you and your partner engaged in some activities between the sheets? If it’s taking you a while to remember, then you may have entered a dry spell. It’s not uncommon to be in a dry spell and it can be more common the older you and your partner are. But ...click here to read more

While they are both degenerative eye diseases, glaucoma and cataract are different. Here we provide you with an overview of glaucoma vs. cataract. Well over two million Americans currently suffer from glaucoma, and by the age of 80, over half of those living in the U.S experience cataract. What is the difference between glaucoma and ...click here to read more

Some alcohols, like wine, have been shown to offer some health benefits, but all alcohol should be consumed in moderation. One type of alcohol that you may not know has health benefits is gin. Gin was first produced in the 17th century and was originally sold as a treatment for various ailments including gallstones and ...click here to read more

When a man presents with high levels of prostate-specific antigen (PSA), doctors often follow up with biopsies to detect any signs of cancer. This is an invasive procedure and it can be very stressful. Researchers have found that adding two MRI variables may improve diagnosis and reduce the risk of unnecessary biopsies. Senior study author ...click here to read more