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Seniors Flock to OASIS of Learning

OASIS provides an eclectic array of classes, many of which are free. Fitness fans can choose among such options as chair exercise, yoga and karate. Art buffs can study French and American impressionism or drawing. Others can explore Jewish spirituality, analyze Shakespeare or play guitar. Some of the classes are even taught by retired professors from UCLA and USC. And seniors who wish to travel can choose among a variety of day excursions and extended trips.

Doctor Helps Kids Deal With Diabetes

If there\’s such thing as a typical doctor, Francine Kaufman surely doesn\’t fit the mold. First, as Zucker noted, \”She\’s the only doctor we know who comes to work in stilettos and a miniskirt.\”

Training for Life

Dave Rabb is a personal trainer with a few secrets: bring balloons to class, reward genuine efforts with cookies and make sure all clients use the potty before climbing the equipment.

The ‘Personal’ Touch

As the concern for a healthy lifestyle grows, personal trainers — exercise coaches who are employed privately to work out one-on-one with their clients — are becoming more popular.

Fit From N.Y. to L.A.

When I first moved to Los Angeles several months ago, I went to the gym every day. So, I discovered, does everyone else here.

Pass the Hummus, Please!

Hummus, the popular Middle Eastern staple made out of chickpeas, packs a nutritional wallop, according to a new study by Dr. Ram Reifen and Dr. Shahal Abbo of the faculty of Agricultural, Food and Environmental Quality Sciences of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

Unwind With Yoga

The regular practice of yoga can increase energy levels, flexibility, strength, relaxation, and decrease stress.

Overweight and Counting … Down

When Reena first entered the program a few years ago, she was a shy and baggy-outfitted 12-year-old, weighing 170 pounds, unsure if this would be just another boring visit to the doctor. But her single mom, a registered nurse, is acutely aware of the health issues involving overweight children.

Prostate Cancer: A View From The Trenches

In an effort to give men facing prostate cancer a true understanding of the emotional and physical trials in store, Leon Prochnik spares no details.

Fat and Fit

\”The medical community says we\’re eating ourselves to an early grave,\” said Glenn Gaesser, professor of exercise physiology at the University of Virginia and author of \”Big Fat Lies\” (Fawcett 1996), \”and it\’s a big overstatement.\”

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