Category Archives: Health News

Living with several health conditions is something almost exclusively experienced by the elderly. As we reach our older years, the human body becomes less capable of fighting off infection and is more susceptible to disease. This often leads seniors to experience symptoms that reduce their quality of life. It is estimated that about 70 percent ...click here to read more

Getting older is synonymous with becoming frail and weak. It is mostly due to the loss of muscle that the aging process is known for. While it might not be easy for seniors to build muscle, a new study finds that if seniors were to consume protein three times a day, it could make them ...click here to read more

Who doesn’t want to live forever? Although it’s not possible now, there may be a simple—and fun—way to extend your life. If you think of the fundamentals of a healthy relationship, a few things probably come to your mind: trust, honesty, communication, and sex. A healthy and happy relationship requires a healthy sex life and ...click here to read more

Intercostal muscle strain is pain or discomfort in the muscles located in between our ribs. Strain to this location of the body can be the result of forceful movements, particularly ones that result in a sudden twist of the torso. A particularly forceful movement can tear the intercostal muscles. The intercostal muscles are composed of ...click here to read more

Cycling is considered a gentle and great way to boost your fitness. Your biking can vary in intensity and anyone at any age can do it. Biking can be done solo or in groups. It’s also inexpensive and can be done just about everywhere. It’s hard to see anything wrong with biking, but it actually ...click here to read more

If you ever googled the symptom “tiredness” or “low-energy,” you would have noticed that it is attributed to several different health conditions that range in severity. Tiredness is a vague symptom that can be hard to cure. This is why it’s so important to also pay close attention to other symptoms that present themselves along ...click here to read more

Tinnitus is the sensation of hearing ringing or buzzing in the ears. It is often the result of an underlying condition or a medication’s side effect. It can also be caused by age-related hearing loss, ear injury, or a circulatory problem. While ringing in the ears is not harmful, it can be a very irritating ...click here to read more

Many studies on coffee have boasted its positive effects on our health. Coffee can supposedly burn fat, improve physical performance, and even prevent some types of cancer. Previous studies have even linked coffee consumption to living a longer life. While coffee is one of the most widely consumed beverages around the world, it may be ...click here to read more

The recommended amount of sleep you should get is between seven and nine hours. Unfortunately, many of us are struggling to get even seven hours of sleep. Sleep deprivation has been linked to obesity, heart disease, stroke, depression, mild cognitive impairments, and other changes to the brain and health. A new study suggests that regularly ...click here to read more

Sleep is something we all wish we could get more of, but it is often regarded as a waste of time when we could be doing something else. Even if we do get the proper amount of sleep, other factors may prohibit us from getting quality sleep, making the feeling of being well rested quite ...click here to read more

Getting older often means the decline of physical health. Admittedly, we become weaker, more susceptible to disease, and can even injure easily. But perhaps more troubling is our decline in mental function as we age. While dementia is not simply caused by getting old, advanced age is considered a risk factor. All is not lost, ...click here to read more

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that 54.4 million Americans live with a type of arthritis. Arthritis is often treated with a combination of lifestyle changes and medications. A common type of medication to treat rheumatoid arthritis—an autoimmune disease—is known as disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs), which helps to reduce the attacks of the ...click here to read more

Another week of interesting health news has gone by, and we at Bel Marra have taken the time to bring you some of our best articles in your weekly health news round-up. Outside food pain can literally stop a person in their tracks, as simply walking causes unbearable discomfort. We’ve provided an article about the ...click here to read more

You may not think that gaining a couple of pounds is that big of a deal, but according to research findings, even the slightest weight gain is enough to increase your risk of heart failure. Any amount of weight gain changed the heart’s structure, which can lead to potentially damaging outcomes. Heart failure occurs when ...click here to read more