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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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Sleep Well to Stop Long COVID
Sleep

Sleep Well to Stop Long COVID

Chris Iliades, MD | March 26, 2024

The daily fear of COVID is history for most of us, but for some the agony lingers. A regular bout…

Statin Drugs Reduce Deaths in the Frail and Elderly
Diseases & Conditions

Statin Drugs Reduce Deaths in the Frail and Elderly

Chris Iliades, MD | March 26, 2024

Heart disease can come with age despite a heart-healthy youth. Statin drugs are the most effective and most prescribed drugs…

Hypertension in Women Linked to Insomnia
Sleep

Hypertension in Women Linked to Insomnia

Chris Iliades, MD | March 26, 2024

There’s nothing like a good night’s sleep. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the Sleep Research Society recommend seven…

What Are Healthy Fats?
Food

What Are Healthy Fats?

Derek Burnett | March 26, 2024

Healthy fats are vital nutrients in a diet and include monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats with trans fats and saturated fats best avoided.

Anti-Inflammatory Vegetables
Food

Anti-Inflammatory Vegetables

Derek Burnett | March 25, 2024

Anti-inflammatory vegetables like broccoli, sweet potatoes, carrots, peppers, pack in anti-oxidants and bioactive compounds that fight inflammation.

Does Red Meat Cause Inflammation?
Food

Does Red Meat Cause Inflammation?

March 24, 2024

Does red meat cause inflammation? Although some studies link consumption of red meat to inflammation markers other studies only found a link with high BMI.

What Are Phytochemicals?
Food

What Are Phytochemicals?

Derek Burnett | March 23, 2024

Phytochemicals are the chemicals that protect plants from environmental damage. they also have powerful antioxidant and health benefits when eaten.

Fighting Back Against Loneliness
Mental Health

Fighting Back Against Loneliness

Julianne Holt-Lunstad, PhD | March 22, 2024

Feeling lonely? Well, you’re not alone. Nearly three in five Americans feel lonely, and only 39% of us feel very…

What is the Mediterranean Diet?
Food

What is the Mediterranean Diet?

Derek Burnett | March 21, 2024

The Mediterranean Diet is widely regarded by scientists and dieticians as the healthiest diet available giving rise to heart and mind healthy variants.

Is There a Low-Inflammation Diet?
Food

Is There a Low-Inflammation Diet?

Derek Burnett | March 20, 2024

The low-inflammation diet is a popular subject. However, there is a lot of hype and this can make separating the science from the fad difficult.

Sniffling, Sneezing, Itching Eyes: The ABCs to Get Through Allergy Season
Diseases & Conditions

Sniffling, Sneezing, Itching Eyes: The ABCs to Get Through Allergy Season

Jo S. Reed, MD | March 20, 2024

If it seems like allergy season runs from one season right into the next, it’s not your imagination. Bottom Line…

Fix Your Thinning Hair
Aging

Fix Your Thinning Hair

Brian Abittan, MD | March 19, 2024

Have you started to notice that your hair isn’t as thick as it used to be? Or are you seeing…

Prevent These Common Age-Related Eye Diseases
Diseases & Conditions

Prevent These Common Age-Related Eye Diseases

Marc Grossman, OD, LAc | March 18, 2024

Many age-related eye diseases that cause vision loss in adults 60 and older have no early symptoms. Here’s how to…

Extraordinary Everyday Health Tips from Bottom Line’s Panel of Experts
Aging

Extraordinary Everyday Health Tips from Bottom Line’s Panel of Experts

March 17, 2024

Some of the most important things we can do for our health aren’t big or difficult—they’re small things done often…

How Healthy Is Your Fridge?
Nutrition

How Healthy Is Your Fridge?

Sharon Palmer, RDN | March 16, 2024

When you open your refrigerator, what catches your eye? Fresh, healthy foods…or highly processed, high-fat, high-sugar foods? Best: Front-load your…