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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Want to Boost Learning and Memory? Time Your Exercise.

Want to Boost Learning and Memory? Time Your Exercise.

September 7, 2016

You already know that exercise is great for your mind as well as your body. Now brain researchers are uncovering…

Why You Still Need a PSA Test
Prostate Cancer

Why You Still Need a PSA Test

September 7, 2016

More and more men are opting not to get the prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test. After all, prostate cancer usually grows…

Blister-Proof Your Feet

Blister-Proof Your Feet

September 7, 2016

Fall is a favorite time for long walks. But new shoes and heavy terrain can bring on the blisters! Here’s…

Dentist Says Time for X-Rays? Not So Fast!

Dentist Says Time for X-Rays? Not So Fast!

Jay W. Friedman, DDS, MPH | September 6, 2016

Some dentists recommend patients get dental X-rays every year—even though the vast majority of patients can go two to three…

Healthy Cooking in Parchment: 5-Spice Chicken Thighs with Vegetables

Healthy Cooking in Parchment: 5-Spice Chicken Thighs with Vegetables

Debby Maugans | September 1, 2016

Have you started cooking in parchment yet? This age-old cooking method is incredibly easy, delicious and healthy—flavors and vitamins are…

To Ease Chemo Pain, Walk This Way

To Ease Chemo Pain, Walk This Way

September 1, 2016

A whopping 38% of people being treated with multiple drugs for cancer develop nerve pain—resulting in tingling, shooting pains, movement…

Dentistry’s Future: No More Root Canals?

Dentistry’s Future: No More Root Canals?

August 30, 2016

It’s the latest trend in dental science—regenerative dentistry. Imagine if, after drilling out decay in a tooth, your dentist put…

Are Calcium Supplements Now Safe for Your Heart?

Are Calcium Supplements Now Safe for Your Heart?

Connie Weaver, PhD | August 30, 2016

Until a few years ago, taking a daily calcium supplement was considered a safe, effective way to protect against the…

Nice Rice Tricks

Nice Rice Tricks

August 29, 2016

Rice is a favorite side dish the world over…but it’s not the easiest pantry item to cook. And the minute…

Alfalfa Remedy for Arthritis

Alfalfa Remedy for Arthritis

August 25, 2016

Alfalfa seeds have trace minerals that seem to be lacking in people with common kinds of arthri­tis. Here’s how to…

Healthy Cooking in Parchment: Garbanzo Vegetable Curry Recipe

Healthy Cooking in Parchment: Garbanzo Vegetable Curry Recipe

Debby Maugans | August 25, 2016

We’re always looking for the latest in healthy cooking trends. But one truly ancient technique is picking up steam these…

Quiz! What’s Your Health News IQ? Arthritis, Allergies and More…
Wellness

Quiz! What’s Your Health News IQ? Arthritis, Allergies and More…

August 25, 2016

Take Bottom Line’s weekly health quiz to find out if you’re staying on top of the most important and intriguing…

Stuffed Up with Sinusitis? Don’t Breathe Steam!

Stuffed Up with Sinusitis? Don’t Breathe Steam!

August 23, 2016

TV commercials for cold remedies often feature a bleary-eyed sufferer with a red nose hunched over a bowl of steaming…

Family-Friendly Pasta and Veggie Bar
Eat Like Margie

Family-Friendly Pasta and Veggie Bar

Margie Abrams | August 23, 2016

This dinner was inspired by the fact that I had a small amount of a number of vegetables that needed…

Don’t Fall For This Sleep Apnea Trap

Don’t Fall For This Sleep Apnea Trap

August 23, 2016

If you have sleep apnea and your doctor has recommended a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine, the price alone…