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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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This “Outside the Box” Therapy Helps with Depression and More
Mental Health

This “Outside the Box” Therapy Helps with Depression and More

Steven C. Hayes, PhD | September 22, 2018

If you’re considering psychotherapy, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is a novel approach that gets results quickly. What you need to know…

Meds That Mess with Your Gut

Meds That Mess with Your Gut

Anita Gupta, DO, PharmD, MPP | September 19, 2018

You know the warnings about antibiotics, but they’re not the only drugs to upset the balance in your gut, creating problems with digestion and worse.

Can I Have Strep Without a Sore Throat?

Can I Have Strep Without a Sore Throat?

Chris Van Beneden, MD, MPH | September 17, 2018

A dreaded sore throat sometimes signals strep. But can this infection occur without a painful throat? Read on to find out…

The Healthiest Way to Eat Red Meat
Nutrition

The Healthiest Way to Eat Red Meat

David L. Katz, MD, MPH | September 15, 2018

Red meat is in, but is it healthy? It can be, if you know which meat to eat and how much. Here’s how to be a healthier red meat eater.

Meet the Expert: Dr. Marc Grossman
Eye Health

Meet the Expert: Dr. Marc Grossman

Marc R. Grossman | September 15, 2018

In this video, Bottom Line Inc President Sarah Hiner introduces Marc Grossman OD, LAc, and holistic developmental/behavioral optometrist and licensed acupuncturist, and his holistic approach to eye care.

Five Surprising Causes of Post-Menopausal Bleeding That Aren’t Cancer
Women's Health

Five Surprising Causes of Post-Menopausal Bleeding That Aren’t Cancer

Frederick Friedman Jr, MD | September 14, 2018

Any bleeding after your periods have stopped should be taken seriously, but most causes aren’t life-threatening and can be treated.

Is Diabetes Causing Me to Be Sleepy After Dinner?

Is Diabetes Causing Me to Be Sleepy After Dinner?

Joel Fuhrman | September 12, 2018

If you crash after eating dinner, could that be a warning sign of a health problem such as diabetes? Here are the facts about this common phenomenon…

Why Does My Fingernail Have a Big Dent?
Skin Disease

Why Does My Fingernail Have a Big Dent?

Debra Jaliman, MD | August 31, 2018

If your fingernail is no longer smooth, it’s important to find out why. Here are the health conditions that could be to blame…

Is It Bad for Your Eyes to Sit Too Close to the TV?
Eye Health

Is It Bad for Your Eyes to Sit Too Close to the TV?

Marc R. Grossman | August 31, 2018

When to comes to watching TV or movies at home, is it better to watch close up on a computer screen or at a distance on a TV?

Are Eye Exams at Chain Eyeglass Stores a Good Idea?
Eye Health

Are Eye Exams at Chain Eyeglass Stores a Good Idea?

Marc R. Grossman | August 31, 2018

Many chain eyeglass retailers offer on-the-spot eye exams and provide prescriptions for glasses, but are the services that these stores offer reputable and reliable?

Whiplash? Here’s the Real Way to Relieve Your Pain for Good
Pain Relief in Motion

Whiplash? Here’s the Real Way to Relieve Your Pain for Good

Mitchell Yass | August 29, 2018

Don’t get fooled! Whiplash isn’t a diagnosis…it’s a mechanism of injury. Learn the real source of whiplash-related pain and how to get lasting relief.

Resolving Chronic Bloating and Other Digestive Misery
Natural Healing Secrets for Women

Resolving Chronic Bloating and Other Digestive Misery

Laurie Steelsmith, ND, LAc | August 25, 2018

Chronic bloating, gassiness, constipation, fatigue and more were caused by bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). Here, the safe, natural protocol that cured it.

Walk Your Way Out of Depression
Depression

Walk Your Way Out of Depression

Susan Besser, MD | August 24, 2018

Looking for a drug-free answer to conquer depression? A daily walk can help as much as medication.

Why Do I Choke On My Saliva?
Respiratory

Why Do I Choke On My Saliva?

Murray Grossan, MD | August 23, 2018

Choking and coughing from inhaling your own saliva can be embarrassing. Is it a sign of something serious? Find out…plus tips that help…

A Simple Procedure Helps Keep Bladder Cancer from Coming Back

A Simple Procedure Helps Keep Bladder Cancer from Coming Back

August 22, 2018

Instead of the usual high recurrence rate, you can give yourself much better odds of avoiding more cancer and repeated treatments.