Craig Cox
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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.
PUMPING IRONY: Let Your Knees Be
Life in Geezerville is often a pain in the knees, but new research argues against surgery.
As Food Industry Ditches BPA, Questions Emerge About Alternatives
Several food giants are gradually shifting away from BPA, but the alternatives may not be much better.
Your Fat May Be Making You Fatter
New study suggests that your fat tissue can send mixed signals to your brain when stress strikes.
Diversify Your Diet to Improve Your Health
A new study suggests that increasing the variety of the foods we eat could be key to avoiding type 2 diabetes and other chronic diseases.
PUMPING IRONY: Brain Drain
A new study suggests that my hearing problems could cause my brain to give up some of its cognitive functions.
Counting Calories: Americans Are Eating Less, but Does It Mean We’re Healthier?
New report signals cultural shift around diet, but we still have a long way to go.
PUMPING IRONY: Don’t Just Sit There Feeling Sick — Do Something
Experts tell us you should use caution when exercising during an illness, but I say there’s nothing like a little sweat-drenched landscaping project to get you back on your feet.
Drink Up: Majority of U.S. Kids May Suffer From Dehydration
American children and adolescents are not drinking enough water to prevent dehydration.
PUMPING IRONY: An Exercise in Mindfulness
My four-week elimination diet turned out to be less about food than about intention.
Study Shows How High Heels Affect Muscle Development and Balance
Regular wearers of high heels may be sacrificing the health of their ankles.
PUMPING IRONY: Nurtured by Nature
Inspired by a new study suggesting that connecting to nature more often can boost the well-being of most seniors, I paid a visit to my neighborhood wilderness. Why don’t I do this more often?
Sugary Drinks Exact Huge Death Toll Worldwide
First global study of its kind quantifies the health dangers of drinking soda and other sweetened drinks.
PUMPING IRONY: Breaking Bad . . . Habits
Halfway through my four-week elimination diet, I’ve discovered how powerful mindfulness and intention can be.
A Single Poor Night’s Sleep Can Age You
A new study shows cell damage and signs of accelerated aging after only one sleepless night.
PUMPING IRONY: A Numbers Game: Blood Pressure
The guidelines defining a healthy blood pressure are a lot like my daily BP readings: all over the place.
Gut Check: How an Aging Digestive System Can Affect Your Health
A new study finds that the older your gut, the more inflammation you may have.
Users of Proton Pump Inhibitors More Likely to Suffer Heart Attacks
A new study finds a greater risk of heart attacks in patients using the gastrointestinal drugs.
PUMPING IRONY: The Big Reset
Have I been duped by my doctor or is time to shake up my routine to see if I can get even healthier than I am now?