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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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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...

Surprising Foods That Lower Your Blood Pressure

Surprising Foods That Lower Your Blood Pressure

Janet Bond Brill, PhD, RDN, FAND | May 19, 2018

Controlling blood pressure takes more than a daily banana. Fortunately, there are a variety of delicious foods you may never think of. Read on…

Never Leave a Loved One Alone in the Hospital
Common Threads

Never Leave a Loved One Alone in the Hospital

Sarah Hiner | May 17, 2018

If you love someone, don't leave him or her alone in the hospital. Bottom Line Inc's CEO Sarah Hiner shares her personal experiences and advice.

Four Natural Painkillers You Haven’t Heard Of

Four Natural Painkillers You Haven’t Heard Of

Joel Harper | May 17, 2018

Move over Tylenol and Advil. There are natural pain relievers that work just as well as, or better than, over-the-counter…

What Kinds of Rice Are Best for Diabetics?

What Kinds of Rice Are Best for Diabetics?

Sarah Schenker, RD, PhD | May 16, 2018

Rice isn’t always a blood-sugar-raising no-no for diabetics. Some kinds have a lower glycemic index than others…and how you cook your rice matters, too.

Mediterranean Diet Mistakes You’re Probably Making
Nutrition

Mediterranean Diet Mistakes You’re Probably Making

Kelly Toups, MLA, RD, LDN | May 11, 2018

Many people think they’re following the healthy Mediterranean diet, but they aren’t even getting close. Here are the mistakes to watch out for.

Knee Pain: 7 Things You’re Doing That Make It Worse, Not Better

Knee Pain: 7 Things You’re Doing That Make It Worse, Not Better

Nicholas A. Sgaglione, MD | May 9, 2018

You could be the cause of your knee pain without realizing it. Avoid these mistakes to keep your knees healthy.

The Right Way to Stand and Walk for More Energy and Less Pain
Pain Relief in Motion

The Right Way to Stand and Walk for More Energy and Less Pain

Mitchell Yass | May 9, 2018

Most people stand and walk with their feet too close together. Fix your stance and gait, and reverse chronic pain—in your back, hip, knee and more.

The Best Bread for Good Digestion

The Best Bread for Good Digestion

William D. Chey, MD | May 8, 2018

People with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can still enjoy wheat breads if they are baked the right way.

Should I Treat My Chronic Lyme Disease with Stevia?

Should I Treat My Chronic Lyme Disease with Stevia?

Richard Horowitz, MD | May 7, 2018

The natural no-calorie sweetener stevia shows promise for treating chronic Lyme disease—at least in lab tests. Should you try it? Find out…

What to Do If PTSD Makes Dental Visits an Ordeal
Anxiety

What to Do If PTSD Makes Dental Visits an Ordeal

Louis Siegelman, DDS | May 3, 2018

If you have PTSD, going to the dentist can be overwhelmingly stressful, including for your dentist. Here’s what helps…

9 Ways to Burn an Extra 54 Calories at Work or Home

9 Ways to Burn an Extra 54 Calories at Work or Home

Walter Thompson, PhD | May 1, 2018

Standing desks are great, but the calorie burn is minimal—here’s how to really get moving during your day.

Old Wives’ Tales For Nail Fungus

Old Wives’ Tales For Nail Fungus

Johanna Youner | April 30, 2018

There are many old wives’ tales about treatments for toenail fungus. In this video, Dr. Johanna Youner, board-certified podiatric surgeon and a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, lists some of the more effective ones.