Category Archives: Health News

A new study found that consuming fish at least twice a week could significantly reduce pain and swelling associated with rheumatoid arthritis. Although previous studies have looked at the benefits of fish supplements on rheumatoid arthritis, little was known about actual consumption of fish and its effects on rheumatoid arthritis pain. Study author Dr. Sara ...click here to read more

Despite all of our knowledge about sleep, we still don’t know the exact reason why we do it. Sure, we can measure brain waves and appreciate its restorative effects, but why do we need to be unconscious and follow the sun to help initiate the process? These are just some of the questions investigated by ...click here to read more

Are you sneaking off to the fridge late at night? Can’t seem to get through your evening TV show without mindlessly munching on chips or some other snack? If you can’t seem to curb your cravings for sweet, starchy, and salty foods in the evening, the researchers at Harvard and Oregon Health and Science University ...click here to read more

Unbeknownst to most people, our intestines are full of bacteria. Most of our Western culture has demonized bacteria, blaming them for causing infections and inconvenience. However, we as a species would not be able to survive without them, as they help to break down the food we eat into molecules your body recognizes. Intestinal ecosystem ...click here to read more

Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a debilitating condition for patients as they constantly live with low energy. It can make daily life a struggle and the worst part is that there aren’t FDA-approved treatments for it, so patients are often left in the dark about what to do to improve their symptoms. Symptoms of CFS ...click here to read more

It has been quite an information-packed week in the world of medical news, and we at Bel Marra have taken the time to compile a list of all the articles that may be of interest to you. You will find detailed information on iliac crest pain, which affects millions of adults today. Knowing how to ...click here to read more

If you’re feeling stressed out and think that your work performance is on a steady decline, this new research will strike a chord. It suggests that cycling can help improve both of these symptoms. The researchers compared different methods of commuting to work and their effects on stress levels and work performance. The researchers found ...click here to read more

Heart troubles are no laughing matter. From the dawn of civilization, the heart was recognized as one of the vital organs central to our very existence. Where do we keep our fondest memories and our top secrets? In our hearts. What do men offer women (aside from their hand) in exchange for her love and ...click here to read more

It’s been another week of great health news here at Bel Marra and we have taken the time to gather the best of the best for our weekly health news round-up. You will find articles on poor circulation in hands, a condition that is hard to cure. To keep your bowel movement regular, we’ve included ...click here to read more

Oftentimes, the last thing people with achy joints want to do is move around. Usually, it’s out of fear that the inflammation in their joints and the pain they’re experiencing will only get worse. But although arthritis symptoms stop people from partaking in physical activity, in many cases, it’s the best thing they could do ...click here to read more

Lupus is a chronic inflammatory condition that commonly occurs in women that can affect nearly any part of the body. It is not known how this disease manifests, but it is known to be an autoimmune disease—when your body’s immune system attacks its own tissue. Lupus attacks tissue in the joints, skin, kidneys, blood, heart, ...click here to read more

The symptoms of a stroke can last a lifetime and be very debilitating. A stroke can rob you of your ability to walk, talk, or even move. It can be very difficult to treat a stroke once it has already occurred, which is why much of the available treatment is focused on stroke prevention. Helps ...click here to read more

While airplanes are one of mankind’s greatest inventions, they can be the source of a great deal of noise. No one knows this more than those who live close to an airport, especially one that receives a heavy amount of air traffic. The noise produced by these metal behemoths can be very impacting. A recent ...click here to read more

Technology is always advancing. It’s transformed the way we live and operate. Thinking back only about a decade ago, we all used simple cell phones, with most video and media consumption occurring on our tv’s and desktop computers. Flash forward to today and the phones in our pockets are essentially tiny computers capable of doing ...click here to read more