Five Simple Exercises to Prevent Age-Related Muscle Loss

The bad news is that we begin to lose muscle fibers at around 50 years old at about 2% per year. The good news is that we can minimize that loss by strength training. I own two books by the author of this linked article and in it he reviews five simple exercises to maintain muscle mass in nearly every muscle of the body.
Five Simple Exercises to Prevent Age-Related Muscle Loss

No benefit in adding acetaminophen to ibuprofen

There have been several recent studies showing no benefit of acetaminophen (Tylenol) for low back pain. This new study from December again found no benefit with adding acetaminophen to ibuprofen for emergency department patients with acute low back pain.
Does this surprise anyone?
No benefit in adding acetaminophen to ibuprofen

Better Interpreting of Medical Studies

Many of the medical studies we see in the media are of lower quality and/or the findings are not relevant to us. This article gives tips on several factors to look at when reading about medical studies. Please take the time to read this as it may help you make better medical decisions in the future.
Worried About That New Medical Study? Read This First.