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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Vitamin D Fights Cancer
Cancer

Vitamin D Fights Cancer

Mitchell Gaynor, MD | September 23, 2015

Vitamin D is important for cancer control. Recent research: Women with breast cancer who had the highest levels of vitamin…

The Ugly Truth About Statins
Cardiovascular Disease

The Ugly Truth About Statins

Barbara H. Roberts, MD | September 23, 2015

What the Research Really Shows About Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs Under recent controversial guidelines from the American Heart Association, nearly half of…

Perfect Stuffed-Pepper Trick

Perfect Stuffed-Pepper Trick

September 22, 2015

Can you remember the last time you made stuffed peppers? Here’s an easy way to make them… When preparing stuffed…

Simple Cure for the Blues
Depression

Simple Cure for the Blues

September 22, 2015

You’ve heard it before—a great way to cure the blues is to count your blessings. But you really don’t feel…

The Right Way to Take Probiotics
Supplements

The Right Way to Take Probiotics

Maria L. Marco, PhD | September 21, 2015

You’ve decided to be good to your stomach, so you start taking probiotic supplements. Maybe you’ve been prescribed an antibiotic…

The Surprising Truth about Medical Marijuana for 11 Health Conditions

The Surprising Truth about Medical Marijuana for 11 Health Conditions

September 18, 2015

Medical marijuana is legal in 23 states and the District of Columbia, so you’d think we have plenty of evidence…

Guide to Soothing Stomach Problems for a Healthier, Happier Tummy!
Digestive

Guide to Soothing Stomach Problems for a Healthier, Happier Tummy!

September 18, 2015

Ever heard the phrase “an army marches on its stomach”? That refers to keeping soldiers well-fed, but in a sense,…

The Crucial Test Missing from Most Checkups

The Crucial Test Missing from Most Checkups

Katherine Bouton | September 16, 2015

Not getting your hearing screened is a big mistake… If you get an annual checkup, you probably assume that you’re…

Natural Ways to Quiet Tremors

Natural Ways to Quiet Tremors

Monique Giroux, MD | September 16, 2015

Nondrug approaches can help without dangerous side effects… Most people think of tremors—rhythmic trembling in your hands, voice, head or…

Secrets to Getting the Best Colonoscopy
Colon Cancer

Secrets to Getting the Best Colonoscopy

Douglas K. Rex, MD | September 16, 2015

Not all procedures give the same level of protection... If you’re age 50 or older, chances are you’ve had a…

Are Your Blood Pressure Readings Fooling You?

Are Your Blood Pressure Readings Fooling You?

Samuel J. Mann, MD | September 16, 2015

You might have “masked hypertension” When your blood pressure is taken at the doctor’s office, it is good news when…

The Truth About Those Anti-Kale Rumors

The Truth About Those Anti-Kale Rumors

Katherine Zeratsky, RD, LD | September 15, 2015

Oh, how Superfood Kale seems to have fallen. Once mightier than Popeye’s spinach, now it’s accused of acting more like…

Simple Fix for Back Pain

Simple Fix for Back Pain

September 15, 2015

Do you feel a familiar twinge in your lower back that signals nonstop back pain to come? Here’s what to…

Obsessive Cooks Do It Best

Obsessive Cooks Do It Best

September 15, 2015

You may rush home and dive into cooking or baking without a thought about premeasuring or prep work, but we…

3 Tips for Better Lasagna

3 Tips for Better Lasagna

September 14, 2015

Oh, will you just stop it with the diet talk and make a tray of lasagna! Whether you’re a vegetarian,…