Hal Scofield

Nov 19, 2024 | yahoo.com | Adam Cohen |Hal Scofield

Oklahoma City's Chet Holmgren is introduced before the Nov. 10 game between the Thunder and the Golden State Warriors at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City. Generate Key TakeawaysAdam’s JournalHere’s a timely question from a longtime reader — and Oklahoma City Thunder fan:I read about a few recent National Basketball Association player injuries and wondered: Are extra-tall people just prone to more injuries and broken bones? Can you grow so tall that you outgrow the density of your bones?

Nov 12, 2024 | yahoo.com | Adam Cohen |Hal Scofield

Generate Key TakeawaysAdam’s JournalI ran the New York City Marathon earlier this month. After I crossed the finish line, exhausted, I looked at my watch. Like many smart devices, it makes recommendations about the amount of recovery time I need following a workout. On the heels of this 26.2-mile effort, it said 72 hours. More: Can a supplement really improve your memory? Not so fast. Huh? Seriously?

Nov 5, 2024 | yahoo.com | Adam Cohen |Hal Scofield

Adam’s JournalFor years, I’ve read that people in “blue zones” live longer because of their diets and lifestyles. But I just heard about a study that’s called this into question. What’s the story? Are blue zones for real – or just more wellness hype? More: Magnet therapy has attracted attention, but is it safe and effective? | BodyworkDr. Scofield PrescribesThe term “blue zone” first appeared in a research study two decades ago in Experimental Gerontology, a scientific journal.

Oct 29, 2024 | yahoo.com | Adam Cohen |Hal Scofield

Are magnets a safe and effective way to treat pain? Adam’s JournalAn Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation co-worker would like your opinion on the use of magnets to treat pain. In particular, she says her mother has gotten relief by using a magnet — I believe it’s enclosed in a wrap — to treat shoulder pain.

Oct 22, 2024 | yahoo.com | Adam Cohen |Hal Scofield

Does Prevagen truly help memory retention, or is this just hype? Adam’s JournalHere’s a question from a reader:Does Prevagen truly help memory retention, or is this just hype? — Sue Bozeman, Oklahoma CityDr. Scofield PrescribesI’m probably the perfect demographic, but it seems like Prevagen ads come on every time I turn on the TV. Maybe you’ve seen the commercials, too: “After taking Prevagen, I’m a lot sharper than I used to be,” says a woman in one of them. “My memory is a lot better.