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Author Archive for Roz Roscoe

Researchers Unravel the Mystery of How Aging Undermines Bone Healing

By Roz Roscoe • Feb 19th, 2009 • Category: Bone Strength, General Health, Health Articles, Thursday Edition

Painful bone breaks can leave you confined to a wheelchair—or possibly send you to a nursing home! But new research to explain how aging slows—or even prevents—healing of broken bones provides hope for potential treatments designed to restore lost healing…



Balance Training Exercises May Help Prevent Falls!

By Roz Roscoe • Feb 12th, 2009 • Category: Bone Strength, General Health, Health Articles, Thursday Edition

Do you fear a painful bone break an accident? Many Americans do. But according to a new study reported in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, exercise programs that include balance training can help reduce your risk of experiencing



The Dangers of Low-Carb Dieting

By Roz Roscoe • Feb 5th, 2009 • Category: General Health, Health Articles, Memory Problems, Poor Diet, Thursday Edition, Weight Loss

Thousands of folks usher in each New Year with a resolve to adopt a healthier diet and exercise plan. But new research suggests one type of diet could actually wreak havoc on your memory!

According to a Reuter’s report, researchers



Extra Body Fat Can Make Your Head Ache!

By Roz Roscoe • Jan 26th, 2009 • Category: General Health, Headache, Health Articles, Monday Edition Archive, Poor Diet, Weight Loss

Recent scientific research has uncovered a new reason to shed excess pounds—besides wanting to lose your “love handles” or fit into your “skinny jeans”. The study concluded that being overweight or obese may increase your likelihood of having s



Side Effects of Hormone Therapy Eased by Acupuncture

By Roz Roscoe • Jan 8th, 2009 • Category: General Health, Health Articles, Hormone Balance, Menopausal symptoms, Monday Edition Archive

Hormone therapy is a common treatment used to block estrogen that can fuel breast cancer growth. But new research shows acupuncture may be just as effective as an antidepressant at reducing depression and mood swings associated with the use of



Brushing and Flossing—The Surprise Health Weapons!

By Roz Roscoe • Dec 29th, 2008 • Category: General Health, Health Articles, Monday Edition Archive

Your dentist isn’t the only person who knows that taking care of your teeth and gums can boost your overall health. According to a Reuter’s Health report, new research shows maintaining good oral hygiene may even save you from contracting



The Missing Ingredient to Help Lower Blood Pressure

By Roz Roscoe • Dec 25th, 2008 • Category: Blood Pressure, General Health, Health Articles, Thursday Edition

If you’re concerned about blood pressure problems—here’s a bit of good news. A new study suggests adding more potassium to your diet may reduce your risk for high blood pressure!

The new findings suggest that low potassium may be an



It’s Never Too Late to Prevent Smoking-Induced Brain Drain!

By Roz Roscoe • Dec 8th, 2008 • Category: General Health, Health Articles, Memory Problems, Monday Edition Archive

Smoking tobacco products can take its toll on your lungs—and leave you gasping for breath. And new research now shows it can also cause extensive brain drain, too!

A Reuters Health report said new research shows that brain function in



Laughter Really IS the Best Medicine!

By Roz Roscoe • Nov 27th, 2008 • Category: Anxiety, Depression, Energy, General Health, Health Articles, Thursday Edition

“Woo, I haven’t laughed that hard in a long time… I needed that.” The last time you said words like that—you probably DID need a good laugh, and you should be sure to let it out more often!

You might



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