Bottom Line Health

Catering to readers seeking insights on adopting healthier habits for their physical and mental well-being, this section offers practical advice on exercise, fitness, heart health, nutrition, and other facets of personal wellness. From tips on movement and diet to in-depth discussions about cardiovascular health and the mind-body connection, the goal is to provide a well-rounded perspective on taking an informed, holistic approach to one's health.

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“Best of the Best” Natural Cures

“Best of the Best” Natural Cures

C. Norman Shealy, MD, PhD | July 11, 2016

These nondrug approaches cure headache, insomnia, restless legs and more… Here’s a quick fact that may give you pause: Americans…

Dr. Kahn’s 7-Step Heart-Healthy Regimen
Diseases & Conditions

Dr. Kahn’s 7-Step Heart-Healthy Regimen

Joel K. Kahn, MD | July 11, 2016

Here’s how a top cardiologist protects his own heart… When it comes to keeping your heart healthy, most cardiologists make…

Do Eggs Promote Diabetes? Only in America

Do Eggs Promote Diabetes? Only in America

July 8, 2016

Eggs are funny. If you eat them in the US, they increase your risk for diabetes. But if you eat…

Fruity Help for Heat Rash
Skin Disease

Fruity Help for Heat Rash

July 8, 2016

Heat rash can develop anytime your body over­heats—typically in very hot, humid conditions. If you have a pimply red rash…

Muffin Pan Revival: Healthy, Pick-Up-and-Go Mini Meals

Muffin Pan Revival: Healthy, Pick-Up-and-Go Mini Meals

July 7, 2016

Want delicious meals that are convenient, easy-to-make, super-healthy—and come with built-in portion control? Try one—or several—of our popular healthy meals…

Chew on This for Headache Pain

Chew on This for Headache Pain

July 6, 2016

We love this natural ingredient for all kinds of pain. Here’s an easy way to use it to stop an…

Vegetable Mini Quiches with Quinoa Crust

Vegetable Mini Quiches with Quinoa Crust

Debby Maugans | July 6, 2016

Our popular healthy-meal-in-a-muffin-tin recipe series already features Sweet Potato Breakfast Cups, Broccoli-Walnut Farro Cakes and Mini Veggie Lasagna. That’s breakfast,…

Common Medications Increase Dementia Risk

Common Medications Increase Dementia Risk

Shannon Risacher, PhD | July 6, 2016

Some frequently used medications increase dementia risk in older people. These drugs, which are used to treat common disorders such…

This Blanket May Help You Sleep

This Blanket May Help You Sleep

Michael J. Breus, PhD | July 6, 2016

Move over sleep meds—there’s a new solution in town. Weighted blankets. The comforting heavy covers, filled with small plastic balls…

Stressed? Chill In 90 Seconds
Stress

Stressed? Chill In 90 Seconds

Loren Fishman, MD | July 6, 2016

When you’re so keyed up that you can’t even begin to think how to relax, this simple move will start…

Rethinking Hormone Therapy

Rethinking Hormone Therapy

Owen Montgomery, MD | July 5, 2016

“Would you like hormones with your menopause?” Once upon a time, taking pills that contain estrogen—or later, estrogen plus progestin—was…

Dairy-Free Raspberry Pudding
Eat Like Margie

Dairy-Free Raspberry Pudding

Margie Abrams | July 4, 2016

Alas, the long-awaited dairy-free pudding! I hope everyone enjoyed my dinner recipes yesterday. I know this dessert will be a…

Allergy-Friendly July Fourth Recipes
Eat Like Margie

Allergy-Friendly July Fourth Recipes

Margie Abrams | July 3, 2016

Who is this “Margie”? Hi, I’m Margie. I consider myself a functional cook, not a fine chef – I don’t…

How Opioid Painkillers Make Pain Worse

How Opioid Painkillers Make Pain Worse

June 29, 2016

We already know that opioids are not only dangerously addictive but often don’t provide long-lasting relief for painful chronic conditions.…

Black Raspberries Love Your Heart

Black Raspberries Love Your Heart

June 29, 2016

Let us pause for a moment to savor the sweet and tart black raspberry (Rubus occidentalis). It’s got amazing health…