Pumping Irony
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PUMPING IRONY: Open Wide
Research showing the importance of treating gum disease has forced me to overcome a long-held fear of dentists.
PUMPING IRONY: How Much Is Too Much?
A renowned fitness expert preaches the virtues of high-intensity exercise as the secret to building strength and vitality in my golden years, but I like everything in moderation.
PUMPING IRONY: A Family Affair
My anti-social tendencies are tested by a gathering of future in-laws and research that tells me family connections will prolong my life.
PUMPING IRONY: Aging and Altruism
The older we get, the more our brains reward us for charitable behavior, according to a new study. In my case, however, bailing out our kids feels more like repaying a long-overdue debt.
PUMPING IRONY: Damage Control
Experts say the more you exercise as you get older the easier it is for your body to heal. So why is my back still sore?
PUMPING IRONY: Menopause Matters
A new study suggests women age faster during their season of hot flashes.
PUMPING IRONY: Good News About “Bad” Cholesterol
A new study suggests that geezers might benefit from producing more LDL cholesterol.
PUMPING IRONY: Driven to Detraction
Elderly drivers can pose serious public safety dangers, but few of us are eager to hang up our keys.
PUMPING IRONY: The Good Life With a Bad Illness
A revolutionary study suggests that chronic disease does not necessarily diminish quality of life in your later years.
PUMPING IRONY: Another Senior Moment
A new study explains why geezers get distracted. We may just be paying attention to the wrong things.
PUMPING IRONY: Life After Death
Why do widows thrive more than married women? Maybe it’s all about taking care of husbands.
PUMPING IRONY: Old Dog, New Tricks
Life-long learning can certainly be healthy, as long as you can handle the humiliation.
PUMPING IRONY: Knee-Jerk Reaction
Creaky knees are sending you a message. If you listen, you may be able to avoid surgery — and worse.
PUMPING IRONY: Aging All at Once
A sudden vision problem reminds me that old age doesn’t always arrive gradually.
PUMPING IRONY: Mysteries and Mortality
Nobody knows how long they’re going to live, but a new study supports my approach — don’t fret about stuff and you may actually live longer.
PUMPING IRONY: Seniors and Serenity
A new study suggests geezers are more serene than younger folks, a fact that may explain why my wife and I have survived a home renovation project.
PUMPING IRONY: Fear and Loathing in Geezerville
A week in a Florida retirement community offers fresh incentives to keep working.
PUMPING IRONY: Bridging the Longevity Gap
A new study shows that rich people are living a lot longer than the poor, but I’m not convinced it’s always about the money.
PUMPING IRONY: You Can Look It Up
Mysterious maladies often send us online to search for answers, a process that can result in more panic than prevention.
PUMPING IRONY: For the Aging Brain, Positivity Is Powerful
New study suggests that staying upbeat can ward off Alzheimer’s.