Category Archives: Health News

It is easy to recognize someone with Parkinson’s disease. They often have a noticeable tremor, a shuffling gait, and move very slowly. Parkinson’s is a progressive disorder of the nervous system that affects nearly one million Americans. The older demographic typically has Parkinson’s, with the average age of developing being 60. The disease has no cure, ...click here to read more

Menopause… it’s a word many women dread and don’t really like to use. But in reality, it’s not the transition itself that is bothersome and uncomfortable. Postmenopausal women would confess that they feel relief not having their lives dictated by their menstrual cycle. What’s worrying for women undergoing this change are the symptoms. The legendary ...click here to read more

We at Bel Marra take health very seriously. We want to keep our readers informed, so we’ve compiled a list of the best articles for the week. You will find info on asthenia, osteoarthritis, low blood pressure, and even undercover the reasons owning a pet is beneficial. Asthenia: Causes and how to treat it Asthenia ...click here to read more

Apparently, we are all very tired and in dire need of some sort of energy boost all the time. How else can you explain the incredible popularity of coffee shops that seemingly spring up like mushrooms at every intersection, not to mention the mass consumption of energy drinks which can be bought at any convenience ...click here to read more

It’s a common mantra for people to view the elderly as more knowledgeable thanks to their increased number of years alive, which are thought to translate to life experience. While this is true in some respects, your doctor may be the exception. According to a new study, patients treated by older hospital-based doctors—known as hospitalists—are ...click here to read more

Our ability to see is something we should all cherish. Seeing the beauty of a sunset or the smile of your newly born grandchild can help create memories that last a lifetime. Unfortunately, as with all things in life, our eyes gradually begin to deteriorate, being encumbered by a decreased visual field, floaters, or even ...click here to read more

Another week has gone by and we at Bel Marra have another weekly health news roundup for you. It has been quite an informative week, as we have learned about lumbar spondylosis, ways to improve vision, as well as discussing the latest news in depression treatment. For those who enjoy more detailed topics, we have ...click here to read more

We have been told our entire lives that, one day, we will meet the love of our life, get married, settle down, and be happy. While this is the reality for some, at least half of all married couples in the United States get divorced, something that wasn’t a part of the narrative we were ...click here to read more

Chances are that you’ve taken medication to treat a headache or muscle pain at one point or another, which can be purchased at your local pharmacy. They may take the form of Aleve or Motrin, but they all advertise as doing the same thing: relieving pain. However, you may be exposing yourself to an increased ...click here to read more

Getting a cold can be a bother. We can end up with a runny nose, congested sinuses, or only one nostril plugged, making it difficult to breathe. Oftentimes, we choose to tough it out and simply take the day off from our normal routine, getting as much rest as possible and, perhaps, taking some over-the-counter ...click here to read more

Depression can take a huge toll on a person’s life. It differs from occasional sadness as it is persistent, preventing you from experiencing enjoyment at all times. Chronic cases of depression can even manifest as physical symptoms such as frequent back pain or constant headaches. While anti-depressive medication can be an effective treatment, there are ...click here to read more

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive nervous system disease that destroys nerve cells, leading to severe disability. This disease is also referred to as Lou Gehrig’s disease, after the famous baseball player who was diagnosed with ALS. It is not known exactly what causes the disease, but what we do know is that it ...click here to read more

Watching your children grow up and leave the house to start their own lives and have children of their own is an exceptionally rewarding time. To see them change from being children to adults not only means that you’ve succeeded as a parent, but unfortunately, it means that they will become busy with their own ...click here to read more

The saying goes something like this: intelligence is knowing that a tomato is a fruit, but wisdom is knowing not to put it in your fruit salad. Wisdom is the abundance of experience and knowledge that manifests as good judgement, patience, and kind-heartedness, and the elderly are chock-full of wisdom. However, according to a new ...click here to read more