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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Almost everyone experiences heartburn. It is characterized by the feeling of burning chest pain caused by stomach acid regurgitating up into the esophagus. While most people can avoid getting heartburn symptoms by avoiding foods that trigger it, those who suffer from a more severe form of the condition require the use of gastric acid-reducing medication. ...click here to read more
Colon cancer is one of the most common causes of cancer in the United States, and sadly, it’s one that is preventable in about a quarter of all cases. Most instances of the disease are due to lifestyle factors that can be changed or augmented, further reducing risk. Several types of screening tests have also ...click here to read more
Obesity affects more than one in three adults. This is currently a real problem in the United States, as people with weight issues are more likely to suffer from various health conditions that inevitably drive up health care costs. It has long been assumed that overweight people simply consume more calories than they burn off, ...click here to read more
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Sacroiliitis is a condition that causes pain in the lower back and buttocks. The part connecting the lower spine and pelvis is known as the sacroiliac joint, and the inflammation of this joint is known as sacroiliitis. Sacroiliitis is associated with other inflammatory arthritis conditions. The pain caused by sacroiliitis can travel through the lower ...click here to read more
Obstructive uropathy is a condition where urine flow has been partially or completely blocked. The urinary tract system is comprised of many structures that are involved in the outflow of urine from the body for excretion, and if there is a blockage at any point, it can lead to obstructive uropathy. It can occur in ...click here to read more
Dear Friends, It’s fall, and you know what that means—pumpkin EVERYTHING! If you’re like me, you use this season to binge on all things pumpkin: pumpkin spice lattes, pumpkin cookies, pumpkin ice cream, pretty much anything you can put pumpkin in. And because the season isn’t too long, you will want to make the most ...click here to read more
Having the sensation of burning back pain can be very annoying and quite debilitating. There are many reasons why back pain develops, and the nature of the pain can be an important clue for physicians seeking a diagnosis. While back pain symptoms vary from patient to patient, having a back pain burning sensation is often ...click here to read more
Extensor tendonitis of the foot refers to inflammation of the tendon that resides within. Tendons are flexible but inelastic cords of strong fibrous collagen tissue that attach muscles to bone. In some cases, they can become inflamed, leading to tendonitis. The reason you can extend your toes upward is because of the extensor hallucis longus ...click here to read more
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