Author Archives : Devon Andre

Devon Andre has been involved in the health and dietary supplement industry for a number of years. Devon has written extensively for Bel Marra Health. He has a Bachelor of Forensic Science from the University of Windsor, and went on to complete a Juris Doctor from the University of Pittsburgh. Devon is keenly aware of trends and new developments in the area of health and wellness. He embraces an active lifestyle combining diet, exercise and healthy choices. By working to inform readers of the options available to them, he hopes to improve their health and quality of life.

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Loneliness Can Increase Dementia Risk, Large New Study Shows

A recent study led by researchers from Florida State University College of Medicine explored the connection between dementia and loneliness. Data from more than 600,000 individuals globally was analyzed in this research, making it the largest study for this kind of research. This study, known as a meta-analysis, reviewed 21 different long-term studies to better ...click here to read more

Five Nation Study Shows Critical Role of Vision and Hearing Health in Dementia Care

A new study conducted across five European countries is the largest randomized controlled trial ever done to see how effective a combined hearing and vision rehabilitation program can be for people with dementia living at home. This study, led by experts from Trinity College and the Global Brain Health Institute (GBHI), has been published in ...click here to read more

Study Reveals Reduced Muscle Activation Efficiency in Hip Osteoarthritis Patients

A recent study from Edith Cowan University (ECU) suggests that people with hip osteoarthritis might struggle to activate their muscles efficiently, and this could be more of a mental issue than a physical one. Dr. Myles Murphy, a post-doctoral research fellow at ECU, conducted this research. He explored how muscle function is affected in patients ...click here to read more

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Replacing Ultra-Processed Foods in Your Diet May Lower Type 2 Diabetes Risk

A recent study has found that reducing ultra-processed foods (UPF) in your diet can significantly lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Conducted by researchers from UCL, the University of Cambridge, and Imperial College London, the study reveals that consuming fewer highly processed foods and opting for minimally processed alternatives can make a difference ...click here to read more

Engaging in Puzzles and Games May Slow Cognitive Decline in Older Adults with Mild Cognitive Impairment

Older adults often experience cognitive decline as part of the aging process, and about 10% of those with mild cognitive impairment progress to Alzheimer’s or other types of dementia annually. While certain activities like jigsaw puzzles have been suggested to slow cognitive aging, the extent of their benefits remains uncertain. However, a new Texas A&M ...click here to read more

Study Finds Link Between PTSD Treatment and Diabetes Risk Reduction in Veterans

A recent study found that when veterans no longer meet the diagnostic criteria for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), they are at a lower risk for poor diabetes outcomes, especially if they are younger. This research, led by Jeffrey F. Scherrer, Ph.D., from the Saint Louis University School of Medicine, was published online on August 13 ...click here to read more

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