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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Nocturia is the medical term for excessive urination during the nighttime hours. Recent studies have found the condition to be linked to sleep disorders, metabolic syndrome, and certain lifestyle habits, such as smoking. A study led by Richard J. Fantus of the University of Chicago Medicine examined the data of 3,017 male patients who completed ...click here to read more
Hip flexor strain is a common medical condition in older adults and athletes. The condition occurs when there is a tear or stretches in one of the muscles in the hip flexors, which allow the hip joint to remain flexible and stable. The hip flexor is made up of several muscles in the hip, upper ...click here to read more
Exercise is recommended to treat and prevent all sorts of conditions. It can help you maintain a healthy weight, improve cardiovascular and respiratory health, reduce stress, and improve movement. Exercise can also get you out of your fatigue funk. You may think, “How can I exercise if I’m tired?” But the key is to push ...click here to read more
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Fuchs’ dystrophy affects the cornea, over time causing decline in vision due to corneal edema and clouding. Fuchs’ dystrophy is an eye disease that occurs when the innermost layers of corneal cells begin to change. This layer of cells is responsible for the maintenance of proper fluid in the cornea. Known as the endothelium, it ...click here to read more
Organic produce tends to be pricey, so many of us skip right past the organic section in the grocery store. There’s an ongoing debate as to whether organic is actually healthier for you. Much of the produce we eat has been treated with pesticides, which is why it’s encouraged to thoroughly wash your produce. The ...click here to read more
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) occurs gradually as the kidneys lose their ability to function. It has long been believed that regular exercise can benefit patients of CKD. Before now, there has not been any research to show which exercises should be done or how frequently. A new study from the University of Leicester has done ...click here to read more
Alcohol and memory loss are very closely related to one another. People who consume excessive amounts of alcohol on a regular basis are more likely than those who only drink moderately to develop early-onset dementia and other cognitive dysfunctions as they get older. A French study conducted earlier this year showed a strong correlation between ...click here to read more
Dysuria – also known as painful urination – is a condition that can be an early sign of a urinary tract infection. Dysuria leads to feeling pain, discomfort, or burning while urinating. It’s important you get dysuria checked out as there are numerous different causes for it, so the sooner you see the doctor, the ...click here to read more
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