Craig Cox
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PUMPING IRONY: Brawn and Brains
A new study suggests that regular strength training can keep our brains from shrinking as we age. So, what’s my excuse?
Late Bedtimes for Teens May Cause Weight Gain as Adults
A new study suggests staying up too late could lead to added pounds.
Candy Companies Ramp Up Kids TV Ads Despite Pledge
A new study shows that major candy brands increased their television marketing to kids after promising to curtail ads.
PUMPNG IRONY: Home Alone?
The vast majority of elderly Americans live at home because they can’t afford the services offered at nursing homes and assisted-living facilities. A nascent movement, however, is emerging to answer that challenge.
Happiness and a Healthy Heart
New research shows how a positive attitude can improve your ability to rebound from heart disease.
PUMPING IRONY: I Knew That
Sometimes, new research simply reveals what’s already quite obvious.
New Flu Vaccine Promises Better Results, but Critics Remain Skeptical
The CDC hopes to improve on last year’s vaccine performance this flu season.
Vitamin D May Help Elderly Reduce Their Risk of Falling
A new study suggests that supplementing elderly diets may boost muscle strength and prevent injuries.
PUMPING IRONY: I Am All Ears
After years of ignoring my hearing loss, I’ve finally been nudged to seek a solution.
PUMPING IRONY: How to Live Forever
The key to living a really long time may have less to do with your lifestyle than with your genes.
PUMPING IRONY: It’s Not Tai Chi, but It Worked
As you get older, mindful movement becomes an imperative.
Growth Rate of Bacteria in Gut May Signal Disease
New research could help doctors diagnose some chronic diseases earlier and treat them more effectively.
New Blood Pressure Guidelines May Boost Use of Controversial Drugs
Conclusion is likely to boost prescription drug use to meet government standards.
PUMPING IRONY: Running in Place
I’ve known for years that I’ll never run as fast as I did as youth, but now I know why.
PUMPING IRONY: The Perils of Cycling
Bicycling has always been a perilous undertaking, and injuries can take their toll on an aging body. But the real challenge is climbing back in the saddle after you take a tumble.
Walking in Nature Can Change Your Brain
New research suggests that getting out into nature can help city dwellers — and others — improve their moods.
PUMPING IRONY: Where Do I Fit In?
Our children have each moved on toward an independent life, which leaves me wondering where I fit in.
Inside Olga Kotelko’s Brain
New research offers the first glimpse at the effects of regular physical activity on a nonagenarian’s brain.
PUMPING IRONY: Off My Game, or Not?
A minor injury doesn’t have to derail my exercise regimen. The key to sustaining a healthy lifestyle is taking care of myself.
New Study: Surgery Not Best Option for Very Early-Stage Breast Cancer
Canadian researchers find mortality rates not affected by aggressive surgical intervention.
Dietary Shifts May Slow Brain Aging
A new study suggests a variation on the Mediterranean diet may reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s.