Whether you feel a bit like Ebenezer Scrooge this holiday season or you crave the good feelings that accompany generosity, the cause may stem, at least in part, from your hormones and the chemicals in your brain. That’s the assessment of a pair of Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation scientists. Research has linked stinginess to testosterone. […]
Hal Scofield
Bodywork: Is genome sequencing a holiday bargain?
Adam’s Journal Here’s a question from a reader: I got a half-price holiday special offer for complete genome sequencing. It said the test would identify up to 15,000 early warning signs and potential health risks for $280. Do these kinds of tests provide useful information? Chris Lee Dr. Scofield Prescribes The cost of decoding our […]
Red flags for melatonin and heart failure?
Adam’s Journal I’ve seen several recent news reports linking melatonin to heart failure. That sounds alarming. Do people using this sleep aid need to reconsider? Dr. Scofield Prescribes Melatonin is probably the most popular sleep aid in the US. A survey from the Sleep Foundation in 2022 found that more than a quarter of American […]
OMRF seeks people with arthritis for blueberry study
Study will expand existing knowledge on link between diet and arthritis
Bodywork: Should we skip breakfast on Thanksgiving?
Adam’s Journal Thanksgiving, that day of monumental consumption, is almost upon us. I read that on Thursday, the average American will consume 4,500 calories. Wow. This is one of those times when I’d actually like to be an underperformer. If I’m looking to curb the total amount of food I consume on Thursday, should I […]
The evolution of the Thanksgiving meal – and how it reflects health trends
Modern holiday dinner barely resembles the first Thanksgiving meal








