Remarkably, even when one twin practiced significantly more than the other twin — in one case, 20,228 hours more — their level of musical ability was roughly the same.... Read More
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Running Outdoors Versus Indoors
Regular treadmills can get monotonous; running outside exposes me to many visual threats. Outdoor running also allows me to turn, improving my lateral agility.... Read More
Yoga and Health
Should we reframe yoga practice as a strategy to support healthy aging? I often write about the positive effects of physical activity (including aerobic and resistance training) on well-being. As I have previously noted, there are many benefits of a Mediterranean-style diet. ... Read More
Esophageal Reflux Basics
The primary symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease include the following: 1. Heartburn. Patients often describe a fiery sensation in the chest and the regurgitation of bitter or sour liquid to the throat or mouth. This combination of symptoms is so characteristic of GERD that formal testing may be unnecessary. 2. Chest pain, non-burning. This discomfort is typically in the middle of the chest and radiates to the back. 3. Difficulty swallowing.... Read More
Exercise and Heart Disease
Today we explore a new Belgian study that reminds us of the paradox of exercise: Many observational studies find that exercisers have fewer cardiovascular events, but imaging studies also report higher rates of coronary artery calcium in endurance athletes, particularly those who have run several marathons.... Read More
Colorectal Cancer and Young Folks
THE PROPORTION OF COLORECTAL CANCER in people under 55 doubled between 1995 and 2019. The proportion increased from 11 percent in 1995 to 20 percent in 2019. Today we explore the... Read More