Diseases & Conditions

“I was told I have diverticulosis! What do I need to know?”
Digestive

“I was told I have diverticulosis! What do I need to know?”

Anil Minocha, MD | July 21, 2018

Diverticulosis can be something you’ll never notice…or a potentially life-threatening health problem. Here’s what to know and do…

Hip Pain? Forget the Steroids and Do These Exercises Instead

Hip Pain? Forget the Steroids and Do These Exercises Instead

Bill Vicenzino, PhD | July 20, 2018

If you have lateral hip pain (gluteal tendinopathy), these moves can retrain key muscles and ease achiness with none of the side effects of steroids.

Weak or Painful Hands? Try These Helpful Kitchen Hacks

Weak or Painful Hands? Try These Helpful Kitchen Hacks

Deborah Quilter | July 10, 2018

If you have repetitive strain injury, arthritis or simply weak hands, here’s how you can help yourself in the kitchen.

How to Bounce Back from Food Poisoning

How to Bounce Back from Food Poisoning

Jamison Starbuck, ND | July 9, 2018

So you had a great time at an outdoor cookout. The barbecued chicken was delicious, and you even had seconds…

The Bad Breath Cause You Didn’t Consider
Digestive

The Bad Breath Cause You Didn’t Consider

Andrew Rubman, ND | July 2, 2018

Onions, coffee and other odorous foods aren’t the only cause of bad breath—it can also be a condition called maldigestion. Here’s how to fix it.

Cured! Recurring Yeast Infection—and that Awful Vaginal Itch
Natural Healing Secrets for Women

Cured! Recurring Yeast Infection—and that Awful Vaginal Itch

Laurie Steelsmith, ND, LAc | June 30, 2018

Cecilia’s discomfort from her chronic vaginal itch, burning and discharge made it hard to enjoy life. Here’s the natural protocol that solved it.

The Night I Slept Through My Colonoscopy Prep
Common Threads

The Night I Slept Through My Colonoscopy Prep

Sarah Hiner | June 28, 2018

There is a not-so-horrible way to prep for a colonoscopy. Bottom Line Inc’s CEO Sarah Hiner shares her story and strategy.

Epstein-Barr Virus Cured—Naturally
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Epstein-Barr Virus Cured—Naturally

Andrew Rubman, ND | June 27, 2018

Epstein-Barr virus (which causes chronic fatigue) is usually treatable but not curable. Yet this natural approach made the virus completely disappear.

Could Calcium Supplements Lead to Colon Cancer?
Colon Cancer

Could Calcium Supplements Lead to Colon Cancer?

Seth D. Crockett, MD, MPH | June 21, 2018

If you’re loading up on calcium to safeguard bone density, know this: Those supplements could be causing precancerous polyps.

Do You Need a Statin? Here’s How to Find Out?
Cardiovascular Disease

Do You Need a Statin? Here’s How to Find Out?

Parag H. Joshi, MD, MHS | June 20, 2018

Do you need a statin? The best way to know is with a heart CT scan—it can reveal dangerous plaque calcification and help you decide.

Your Bones Are in Danger and Osteoporosis Isn’t the Only Reason

Your Bones Are in Danger and Osteoporosis Isn’t the Only Reason

Neil Binkley, MD | June 10, 2018

There's more to preventing fractures than keeping your bones strong. The key is preventing falls. Here’s how…

Can Chia Seeds Help Curb My Cravings?

Can Chia Seeds Help Curb My Cravings?

John La Puma, MD | May 30, 2018

Chia seeds are full of water-soluble fiber that bulks up food so you eat less. That's particularly important if you have prediabetes.

Update on Shingles: A New Vaccine, Better Self-Care and More
Diseases & Conditions

Update on Shingles: A New Vaccine, Better Self-Care and More

Lindsay C. Strowd, MD | May 23, 2018

Shingles can cause severe pain, vision loss or even stroke. Read about the latest developments--a new vaccine, better self-care and more...

Natural Ways to Prevent and Treat Osteoporosis

Natural Ways to Prevent and Treat Osteoporosis

Jamison Starbuck, ND | May 23, 2018

Stronger bones=a longer life! Find out the simple foods and exercises that can prevent and treat osteoporosis.

Is Your Medication Causing You Pain?
Pain

Is Your Medication Causing You Pain?

Janice F. Wiesman, MD, FAAN | May 19, 2018

When you're prescribed a drug, you expect it to help–not hurt you. Certain medications, however, can lead to painful neuropathy. Read on for details...