O.C. Senior Fitness

Those who feel life is unfair are more at risk for heart attacks

http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601202&sid=axhmGwOAQA6U&refer=healthcare



Posted May 14, 2007



What humans need to know about caloric restriction and aging

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/anti-aging/HQ00233



Vitamins and aging eyes

http://www.latimes.com/features/health/la-he-skeptic14may14,1,6119216.story?coll=la-headlines-health



Posted May 11, 2007



Daily asprin may reduce risk of colon cancer

http://news.yahoo.com/s/hsn/20070511/hl_hsn/dailyaspirinmayreducecoloncancerrisk;_ylt=Alu3FJaQC.nSv0fv8n8Blq3VJRIF





Posted May 10, 2007



Can omega-3 oil slow the progression of Alzheimer's? Alzheimer's disease cooperative looking for clinical trial volunteers

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2007-05/nioa-cao051007.php



Study shows value of whole grains for heart health

http://washingtontimes.com/national/20070509-112514-5592r.htm



Posted May 9, 2007



Study: baby aspirin may be better for heart health

http://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/news/20070508/baby-aspirin-may-be-best-for-heart



Posted May 7, 2007



Some hypertension drugs may reduce dementia risk in older adults

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/05/06/AR2007050600366.html



Tea drinkers less likely to get skin cancer

http://www.reuters.com/article/healthNews/idUSCOL46325320070504?feedType=RSS



Posted May 3, 2007



Study: Once-a-year treatment for osteoporosis is effective

http://www.mercurynews.com/lifeandstyleheadlines/ci_5807012



Posted May 1, 2007



Eating pistachio nuts may lower risk of heart disease

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/05/01/npistach01.xml



Animal study: tart cherries may protect against heart disease and diabetes

http://www.upi.com/Consumer_Health_Daily/Briefing/2007/04/30/tart_cherries_may_lower_cholesterol/



More studies on coffee -- health perks cut both ways

http://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/news/20070430/coffees-health-perks-get-attention



Consistent, high levels of exercise help keep pounds off

http://www.reuters.com/article/healthNews/idUSCOL05558720070430



Study in mice: why alcohol raises risk for breast cancer

http://www.reuters.com/article/healthNews/idUSCOL06725120070430



Depression is a risk factor for diabetes

http://www.nytimes.com/2007/05/01/health/psychology/01depr.html?_r=2&ref=health&oref=slogin&oref=slogin



Posted April 30, 2007



Some people on statins may be able to take a lower dose

http://www.usnews.com/usnews/health/articles/070427/27health.statin.htm



Green tea may help ease symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis

http://www.forbes.com/forbeslife/health/feeds/hscout/2007/04/30/hscout604103.html



Migraines linked to brain damage

http://www.reuters.com/article/healthNews/idUSN2936166520070430



Reversing the effects of Alzheimer's disease - in mice

http://www.reuters.com/article/healthNews/idUSN2742390620070430



Posted April 26, 2007



New prostate test said to be more accurate -- reducing need for biopsies

http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/health/bal-te.prostate26apr26,0,7620752.story?coll=bal-home-headlines



The American Cancer Society is looking for a half million volunteers for 20 year study

http://www.reuters.com/article/healthNews/idUSN2546335620070426



Over-the-counter NSAIDS may not prevent cancer

http://www.upi.com/Health_Business/Briefing/2007/04/25/nsaids_may_not_prevent_alzheimers_disease/



Posted April 25, 2007



Food preparation methods linked to chronic disease

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2007/04/070424155559.htm 

Posted April 24, 2007



Dark chocolate may be just as effective as hypertensive drugs

http://www.nytimes.com/2007/04/24/health/24reme.html?_r=1&oref=slogin

Are taking higher doses of anti-cholesterol drugs worth the money? Study says sometimes "yes", sometimes "no"

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2007/04/070423093426.htm



Posted April 23, 2007



Those over 60 need to make sure they get sufficient Vitamin D

http://health.yahoo.com/news/174373;_ylt=AmsXJqggsbGfFwrXaiES8f2mxbAB



Studies point to link between Parkinson's disease and pesticides

http://www.reuters.com/article/healthNews/idUSN2222543520070423

Posted April 20, 2007



Washington Post: Baby boomers appear to be in worse health than parents were at the same age

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/04/19/AR2007041902458.html



Keeping up on the times may contribute to healthy aging

http://www.reuters.com/article/gc08/idUSL032236420070403



Using less salt good for blood pressure - new study says it may also help heart disease

http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070419/hl_nm/heart_sodium_dc;_ylt=AgcJ.xz.InR.UtUYlhxgQpAQ.3QA



"Brain Fitness" is moving into the mainstream

http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2003673615_brainfitness20.html



Posted April 19, 2007



Canadian researchers say "instant facelift" chemical DMAE damages skin cells

http://www.reuters.com/article/healthNews/idUSCOL85568520070418



Drop in breast cancer linked to drop in hormone therapy

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/04/18/AR2007041801843.html?hpid=topnews?hpid=topnews 

Posted April 18, 2007



European study: Flu shot may help prevent heart attacks

http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601202&sid=ahQ7V3EbxW.k&refer=healthcare



Fatty acids could be linked to increase in depression and heart disease

http://www.reutershealth.com/archive/2007/04/17/eline/links/20070417elin005.html



Daily aspirin could help prevent cancer for those at high risk

http://www.forbes.com/forbeslife/health/feeds/hscout/2007/04/17/hscout603749.html



Posted April 17, 2007



PSA test not a good predictor for prostate cancer outcomes

http://www.reuters.com/article/healthNews/idUSCOL67199120070416



Study casts doubt on chondroitan's use for easing arthritis pain

http://www.nytimes.com/2007/04/17/health/17trea.html?_r=1&oref=slogin



Research: Those who practice Tai Chi either don't get or have a less severe case of shingles

http://www.nytimes.com/2007/04/17/health/nutrition/17exer.html



Study: Selenium may fight prostate cancer

http://www.postchronicle.com/news/health/article_21275470.shtml



More evidence that Vitamin D deficiency can contribute to cancer

http://www.ccnmag.com/news.php?id=5042



Posted April 16, 2007



More evidence that eating veggies helps reduce cancer risk

http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070416/hl_nm/cancer_vegetables_dc



Go easy on the hot dogs! Study links cured meats to increase risk of lung disease

http://news.yahoo.com/s/hsn/20070416/hl_hsn/studylinkscuredmeatstolungdisease



Gum disease as significant player in causing other maladies

http://www.latimes.com/features/health/la-he-gums16apr16,1,450828.story?coll=la-headlines-health&ctrack=1&cset=true



Aspirin underutilized to prevent heart attack

http://www.reutershealth.com/archive/2007/04/10/eline/links/20070410elin023.html



Posted April 6,  2007



Use of ibuprofen may pose extra heart attack risk

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/04/04/AR2007040402284.html



Adults still aren't getting enough fruits & vegetables - men are the worst

http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070405/hl_nm/diet_usa_dc;_ylt=AkCCz2f7nK6vR6zG8fb2L5oQ.3QA



Posted April 4, 2007



Dangers from hormone therapy more pronounced in older women

http://www.nytimes.com/2007/04/04/health/04hormone.html?_r=2&adxnnl=1&oref=slogin&adxnnlx=1175691068-tjmfu3Uiil1xBWddzNykGw&oref=slogin



Study: Exercise may prevent arthritis in older women

http://customwire.ap.org/dynamic/stories/F/FITNESS_ARTHRITIS?SITE=CTNHR&SECTION=HEALTH&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT&CTIME=2007-04-03-23-38-47

Posted April 3, 2007



Mammograms for women in their 40's called into question

http://www.latimes.com/features/health/medicine/la-na-briefs3.1apr03,1,4851042.story?coll=la-health-medicine



Posted March 30, 2007



Japanese study: Fish oil combined with statins protect against heart failure

http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601202&sid=a990jBE68_N0&refer=healthcare



Posted March 28, 2007



Two studies call for increased use of MRI for women at high risk for breast cancer

http://www.nytimes.com/2007/03/28/health/28mri.html?_r=1&hp&oref=slogin



Posted March 27, 2007



Study casts doubts on routine use of angioplasty

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/03/26/AR2007032600700.html



Aspirin shows benefit for older women - but talk to the doctor first

http://customwire.ap.org/dynamic/stories/A/ASPIRIN__WOMEN?SITE=CTNHR&SECTION=HEALTH&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT&CTIME=2007-03-26-23-03-45



Posted March 26, 2007



Study: Dark chocolate good for blood vessels

http://www.kansascity.com/mld/kansascity/news/nation/16972878.htm



Blueberries score high for cancer prevention in animal studies

http://www.ivanhoe.com/channels/p_channelstory.cfm?storyid=15792



Statin therapy slows but does not reverse thickening of arterial walls

http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/n/a/2007/03/25/financial/f121352D68.DTL&type=health



Posted March 22, 2007



New guidelilnes for screening tests - to stay healthy at any age

http://www.ahrq.gov/ppip/healthymen.htm

http://www.ahrq.gov/ppip/healthywom.htm



Posted March 21, 2007



Exercise helps aging muscles "hear" better

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/17707050/



High fat diet linked to invasive breast cancer

http://www.sciam.com/article.cfm?chanID=sa003&articleID=C512BDDCBDEBB96F50D886CCB249A752

 

Posted March 20, 2007



Smoking causes wrinkles -- not just on the face

http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/news/20070319/smoking-may-increase-body-wrinkles



Posted March 19, 2007

More evidence on the value of exercise: for physical, neurological health

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/17662246/site/newsweek/



Vitamin C from food, not supplements may prevent oral pre-cancers

http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070316/hl_nm/dietary_vitamin_c_dc



Posted March 16, 2007 



Sleep apnea linked to silent strokes/brain damage

http://www.medpagetoday.com/Pulmonary/SleepDisorders/tb/5260



Heart attack? Skip the mouth-to-mouth, do chest compressions

http://www.latimes.com/features/health/medicine/la-sci-cpr16mar16,1,2467605.story?coll=la-health-medicine



Study: Soy protects against localized prostate cancer, but encourages aggressive cancer

http://www.healthnews-stat.com/?id=474&keys=prostate-cancer-AACR-soy

Posted March 14, 2007



Another reason to lose  weight:  "belly fat" can contribute to systemic  inflammation

http://mednews.wustl.edu/tips/page/normal/8947.html



Posted March 13, 2007



Exercise builds new cells in area of the brain involved in memory

http://abcnews.go.com/Health/wireStory?id=2945116



Study: Beta carotene pills may not protect against macular degeneration

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070313/ap_on_he_me/diet_beta_carotene;_ylt=AgKQM0upJVLYkXbydx5HBczVJRIF



Sexual problems in men can often be linked to heart/vascular disease

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/03/09/AR2007030901859.html



Posted March 12, 2007

Walking!  Could it be the closest thing to a "magic bullet" for healthy aging?

http://www.latimes.com/features/health/la-he-walking12mar12,1,6713624.story?coll=la-headlines-health

Posted March 8, 2007

Keep active! Those who are physically fit produce less stress-related chemicals

http://www.usatoday.com/news/health/2007-03-07-apsfit_N.htm



Those who lash out in anger are more likely to have calcium deposits in their arteries

http://www.usatoday.com/news/health/2007-03-07-apsanger_N.htm

Posted March 6, 2007



Panel nixes aspirin to prevent colon cancer -- in most cases

http://www.reuters.com/article/healthNews/idUSN0544098220070306



Epidural steroid shots for back pain don't work

http://www.webmd.com/back-pain/news/20070305/steroid-shots-for-back-pain-dont-work



Heart disease is #1 killer of women in US -- what women need to know (most research is still focused on men)

http://sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?file=/c/a/2007/03/05/MNG18OFHF61.DTL&type=health



Posted  February 28, 2007

Study: Antioxidants may do more harm than good

http://www.latimes.com/news/printedition/asection/la-sci-antioxidants28feb28,1,332638,print.story

Posted February 27, 2007



Study: Health claim regarding garlic/cholesterol just ain't so

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070227/ap_on_he_me/diet_garlic_cholesterol;_ylt=ArqiMpNBC_HAd55eCw8VrTRZ24cA

Pain relieving NSAIDs linked to increased risk of heart disease

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/02/26/AR2007022601264_pf.html

Posted February 26, 2007

Use of growth hormone to boost athletic performance linked to diabetes

http://www.emaxhealth.com/36/9825.html



Hormone patches safer than pills to ease menopausal symptoms

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070225/ap_on_he_me/menopause_hormones;_ylt=AvykrnDyzvM1aBq0lQDHSPfVJRIF



Posted  February 23, 2007

Calculating "pulse pressure" indicates risk of developing abnormal heart beat

http://news.yahoo.com/s/hsn/20070220/hl_hsn/bloodpressurenumberswarnofheartrhythmrisk



Posted February 20, 2007



Strenuous physical exercise can protect against invasive breast cancer

http://www.torontodailynews.com/index.php/HealthNews/2007021967Breast-Cancer



Plant-based omega 3 may help protect bone health

http://www.upi.com/ConsumerHealthDaily/view.php?StoryID=20070219-063315-3121r



Chocolate may be a memory booster -- but don't run out for the candy just yet!

http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2007/02/19/MNG3AO7BT81.DTL&type=science



Study: Wrinkle-fillers promote collagen production

http://abcnews.go.com/Health/wireStory?id=2888308



Healthy women at higher risk for stroke - if they have high cholesterol

http://www.forbes.com/forbeslife/health/feeds/hscout/2007/02/19/hscout602041.html



Study: "Plasma skin regeneration tool" is latest wrinkle in face treatments

http://www.forbes.com/forbeslife/health/feeds/hscout/2007/02/20/hscout602057.html

Posted February 13, 2007



Tell your boss that you need a nap; siesta's may prevent heart disease

http://www.reuters.com/article/oddlyEnoughNews/idUSN2C35458820070213



Secondhand smoke increases risk for heart disease

http://www.webmd.com/content/article/131/118182.htm



Posted February 9, 2007



FDA okays genetic test for breast cancer recurrence

http://www.sciam.com/article.cfm?chanID=sa003&articleID=3F74A886C7F841699690962C497D4F30



Statins and heart disease

http://www.docguide.com/news/content.nsf/news/852571020057CCF68525727B00507D77



Newly licensed anti-smoking drug triples the chances of kicking the habit

http://www.docguide.com/news/content.nsf/news/852571020057CCF68525726D00552FAF



Posted February 6, 2007



Studies point to Vitamin D and its protective effects against cancer

http://www.physorg.com/news89984353.html



Lonely seniors more prone to dementia

http://www.usatoday.com/news/health/2007-02-05-loneliness_x.htm

Posted February 1, 2007



Hip resurfacing vs. hip replacement

http://www.sptimes.com/2007/01/30/Worldandnation/Not_so_hip_anymore_Su.shtml



Study: Prostate cancer patients & seed implants

http://cancerfocus.net/node/161



Do some body building exercise right before getting that flu shot

http://www.infectioncontroltoday.com/hotnews/72h1833942387.html



Posted January 30, 2007



Government study: Antidepressants similar in effectiveness, but differ in side effects

http://www.ahrq.gov/news/press/pr2007/antideppr.htm 

New York Times essay on food/nutrition

http://www.nytimes.com/2007/01/28/magazine/28nutritionism.t.html?_r=1&oref=slogin&ref=magazine&pagewanted=print

Posted January 19, 2007



Folic acid provides a brain boost for older adults

http://www.forbes.com/forbeslife/health/feeds/hscout/2007/01/19/hscout601131.html



Posted January 17, 2007



Calcium may protect those at high risk for colon cancer

http://www.webmd.com/content/article/131/118036.htm?printing=true



Another reason to attend to gum disease -- it could pose a risk for pancreatic cancer

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/01/16/AR2007011601104.html



Heavy handbags should carry a warning -- hazardous for women's health!

http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070116/hl_nm/life_bags_dc_2



Posted January 16, 2007



Human growth hormone no good for anti-aging; has significant side effects

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/01/15/AR2007011500792_pf.html



Are multi-vitamins a waste?  Federal panel can't recommend for or against

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/01/12/AR2007011201846_pf.html



Can low-dose asprin prevent asthma?

http://www.upi.com/ConsumerHealthDaily/view.php?StoryID=20070115-091223-5688r



For best protection from prostate cancer, eat broccoli and tomatoes together

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/01/16/AR2007011600489.html



For best self exam for skin cancer get a partner trained and involved

http://www.huliq.com/6412/partner-learning-improves-skin-cancer-self-examination



Posted January 10, 2007



Mayo Clinic: Benefits from testosterone therapy unknown

http://www.docguide.com/news/content.nsf/news/852571020057CCF68525725E006EDBDA



Drinking a cuppa Joe before hitting the gym may relieve post-workout pain

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/16562844/



Common blood test can predict heart attack, stroke risk

http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2007/01/10/MNG02NG19D1.DTL&type=health



Keep taking your medications if you want to live longer following a heart attack

http://www.docguide.com/news/content.nsf/news/852571020057CCF68525725F004CA6D0



Posted January 9, 2007



Folate may be linked to Alzheimer's prevention

http://www.sciam.com/article.cfm?chanID=sa003&articleID=C88381DA8CF2A0197A6542471FE8F107



Want to enjoy health benefits from tea? Then hold the milk.

http://news.yahoo.com/s/hsn/20070109/hl_hsn/milkbluntsheartbenefitsoftea



Study says moderate alcohol is okay, maybe even good for men with high blood pressure

http://www.nytimes.com/2007/01/09/health/09hear.html?_r=1&oref=slogin



Posted January 6, 2007



NPR: Get going with mental exercise sooner than later

http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=6719135



Low levels of folic acid linked to age-related hearing loss

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/01/03/AR2007010300767.html



Posted January 2, 2007



Research confirms -- use it or lose it when it comes to brain power

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/12/29/AR2006122901726.html



Taking popular anti-acid drugs may increase risk for hip fracture

http://www.latimes.com/news/science/la-sci-heartburn27dec27,0,7796672.story?coll=la-home-headlines



Some women can take a break from osteoporosis drug

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/12/26/AR2006122600600.html



Back pain: Study shows psychological treatments are somewhat effective

http://www.nytimes.com/2006/12/26/health/26heal.html?_r=1&oref=slogin



Posted December 21, 2006



Short mental exercises can help stave off mental decline -- even for the middle-aged

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/12/19/AR2006121901431.html



Olive oil and cancer prevention

http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20061219/hl_nm/olive_oil_dc



Posted December 19, 2006



New York Times: Exercise essential to avoid "Boomeritis"

http://www.nytimes.com/2006/12/19/health/19brody.html?_r=1&ref=science&oref=slogin



Popular herbal supplement fails hot flash test

http://www.usatoday.com/news/health/2006-12-18-cohash_x.htm



Don't use possible health benefits of chocolate as an excuse to overindulge

http://www.usatoday.com/news/health/2006-12-17-chocolate-cover_x.htm



Posted December 18, 2006



Low-fat diets may women evade some types of breast cancer

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20061217/ap_on_he_me/diet_breast_cancer_3



Men: Lifestyle may influence testosterone levels

http://www.nytimes.com/2006/12/19/health/19aging.html?ref=science



Posted December 14, 2006



New York Times:Nutri-cosmetics: if they sound too good to be true....

http://travel.nytimes.com/2006/12/14/fashion/14skin.html?adxnnl=1&pagewanted=print&adxnnlx=1166119202-4hJTgROIxDYnUaHIBbon5g





Posted December 13, 2006



Folic acid does not cut risk for those prone to cardiovascular disease

http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20061212/hl_nm/heart_folic_dc



Posted December 12, 2006



Study in Annals of Internal Medicine: Height loss linked to heart disease in men

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20061212/ap_on_he_me/height_loss_men

Dieters who don't exercise may be at risk for bone loss

http://www.webmd.com/content/article/130/117776.htm



Exercise cuts risk of breast cancer in postmenopausal women - particularly in aggressive forms of the disease

http://www.forbes.com/forbeslife/health/feeds/hscout/2006/12/12/hscout600019.html



Posted December 11, 2006

Large European study shows 60 minutes of daily exercise cuts the risk of bowel cancer

http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20061211/hl_nm/cancer_bowel_exercise_dc_1



High level of physical activity cuts the risk of lung cancer in female smokers -- but quitting is best protection

http://www.aacr.org/home/about-us/news.aspx?d=694

Posted December 7, 2006



Just in case you need another reason to quit smoking: Mayo Clinic study shows male smokers have more cartilage damage and pain from osteoarthritis.

http://www.docguide.com/news/content.nsf/news/852571020057CCF68525723D004ECBF8





Berkeley Wellness Letter: The pro's and con's of taking "coated" aspirin

http://www.wellnessletter.com/html/wl/wlFeatured.html

Posted December 6, 2006



Harvard School of Public Health: The benefits of eating fish greatly outweigh the risks http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/press/releases/press10172006.html

Study says overall pattern of eating increases the advantages derived from "superfoods" http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/health-fitness/superfoods-12-06/overview/1206_super_ov.htm

Two surgeries for nearsightedness are equally effective; but newly approved intraocular lenses are more common among patients older than 55

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/12/01/AR2006120101546_pf.html

Facing surgery for age-related back problems? There could be a less-invasive option

http://www.hbns.org/getDocument.cfm?documentID=1399

It doesn't matter whether it’s diet, regular or caffeine-free: cola beverages increase risk of osteoporosis for women http://www.dfw.com/mld/dfw/news/news_to_use/15936055.htm

Going to the hospital for intestinal surgery? Consider taking along some chewing gum for a speedier recovery http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/healthnews.php?newsid=38131

The latest on the red wine craze: it appears the French have the edge when it comes to promoting longevity http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/11/29/AR2006112901342.html

Harvard Health Letter chooses top 10 health stories of 2006

http://www.health.harvard.edu/newsletters/Harvard_Health_Letter.htm