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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To Think Sharper, Try These 3 Nature Shortcuts

To Think Sharper, Try These 3 Nature Shortcuts

November 19, 2015

You’re stressed…it’s hard to concentrate…and you need a little nature to restore your spirits and refresh your mind. You know…

Weird Soup for a Hangover

Weird Soup for a Hangover

November 18, 2015

Sometimes we pay a price for big celebrations. If you overindulged in alcohol yesterday, try this weird brew to feel…

To Check Melanoma Risk, Should Americans Count Moles Differently from Brits?
Skin Cancer

To Check Melanoma Risk, Should Americans Count Moles Differently from Brits?

Simone Ribero, MD, PhD | November 18, 2015

Reader “DenisBH” wondered about our article Should You Be Screened for Melanoma? Check Your Arm, which reported that people with…

Two Pneumonia Vaccines? One is Fine, Thanks

Two Pneumonia Vaccines? One is Fine, Thanks

November 18, 2015

It’s always nice when you can skip a visit to the doctor. It’s even better if you can avoid a…

Keep Lemons Fresher Longer

Keep Lemons Fresher Longer

November 16, 2015

Fresh lemon and lime juice are great to have on hand, so it would be nice if those fresh citrus…

Pancreatic Cancer? Only 1 in 5 Patients Gets This Critical Test
Cancer

Pancreatic Cancer? Only 1 in 5 Patients Gets This Critical Test

November 16, 2015

Pancreatic cancer is deadly—only 7% of patients survive five years after diagnosis. But giving just-diagnosed patients an inexpensive blood test…

The Best Nutritional Defense Against Macular Degeneration

The Best Nutritional Defense Against Macular Degeneration

Robert Abel, Jr., MD | November 16, 2015

Nutrition is a widely accepted ally in the fight against macular degeneration, the leading cause of vision loss in the…

Make-Ahead Turkey Gravy—It’s Delicious!

Make-Ahead Turkey Gravy—It’s Delicious!

November 16, 2015

Think now—what are the things that really annoy you on Thanksgiving? Hopefully, you’re not cooking if you don’t enjoy the…

Don’t Get Fooled

Don’t Get Fooled

David Belk, MD | November 13, 2015

The Generic-Drug Rip-Off Using health insurance to fill a prescription for a generic drug could dramatically increase your out-of-pocket costs,…

Want Fewer Cold & Flu Germs? Bump Fists!
Wellness

Want Fewer Cold & Flu Germs? Bump Fists!

David Whitworth, PhD | November 12, 2015

To cut down on the spread of germs, greet friends with a fist bump. Why: In a study, researchers wearing…

To Sleep Better, Press Your Thumb Right Here
Sleep

To Sleep Better, Press Your Thumb Right Here

Deborah Flanagan | November 12, 2015

If you have trouble sleeping, try this simple do-it-yourself reflexology move. Reflexology involves applying mild pressure to specific spots on…

Surprising Cure for Back Pain

Surprising Cure for Back Pain

Todd Sinett, DC | November 11, 2015

It’s Not Drugs, Exercise or Surgery… If you have persistent back pain, most doctors look for structural problems—a herniated disc,…

Blurry Vision In the AM
Eye Health

Blurry Vision In the AM

Karen Dunlap, OD | November 11, 2015

Question: When I wake up in the morning, my vision is blurry and it takes a while for my eyes…

Addicted to Pizza? There’s a Drug for That!
Nutrition

Addicted to Pizza? There’s a Drug for That!

November 11, 2015

Food addiction is the new big thing. The Food Addiction Institute—yes, there is such a thing—defines it as, “a disease…

Fabulous Wines for the Holidays

Fabulous Wines for the Holidays

Jeff Siegel | November 11, 2015

One of the Best Is Just $10 Many of us who drink wine or serve it to guests start to…