Stay ConnectedHealthy Living from the Cooper Aerobics Center is designed for listeners of any age who want to gain research-based, practical information that can improve the way they look and feel. The program focuses on timely topics in the areas of health, fitness, nutrition, and lifestyle.
The program features Dr. Ken Cooper along with members of the Cooper Aerobics Center staff and is hosted by Todd Whitthorne.
Cooper Clinic physician Michele Kettles, M.D., M.S.P.H., and Colette Cole, M.S., join us to answer questions about women's health and fitness.
We discuss fibromyalgia, depression, and exercise.
Dr. Kettles and Collette answer listener calls.
When it comes to health and fitness, there are big differences between men and women. Today, we'll explore those differences with both a physician and personal trainer. Cooper Clinic physician Michele Kettles, M.D., M.S.P.H., and Colette Cole, M.S., join us to answer questions about women's health and fitness.
We discuss heart disease, osteoporosis, and why strength training is important for women regardless of age.
Dr. Kettles and Colette answer listener calls.
We discuss simple strategies that improve your chances of maintaining the gift of eyesight.
We discuss cataracts, a new contact lens made specifically for athletes, and a new drug that treats the wet version of macular degeneration.
Dr. Abel takes calls.
Healthy eyesight is often taken for granted until it's too late. Dr. Robert Abel, a leading ophthalmologist and the author of several books, including The Eye Care Revolution, joins us today. The Eye Care Revolution is available for purchase at http://www.coopercomplete.com/store/detail/215.php; his web site is www.eyeadvisory.com.
We cover dry eyes, a very common problem.
Also, more ammunition as to why you need to avoid developing diabetes.
Dr. Abel takes calls.
You've heard about blood pressure, but what about something called pulse pressure? According to a new study, if your pulse pressure is high, you may be at a much greater risk of heart attack.
We'll also explain why blood pressure goes down at night.
We'll discuss new research that indicates there may be a link between migraine headaches and heart disease.
Plus, we'll share a way runners can try to beat the heat.
Dr. Cooper takes calls.
The ramifications of obesity are wide spread. We'll explain why weight-loss surgery might not be the easy answer and the problems that some have following surgery.
A new study indicates trans fats may increase the risk for gallstones in addition to increasing the risk of heart disease.
Speaking of heart disease, we'll tell you about a very easy way to help keep your arteries clear.
Dr. Cooper takes calls.
If you're interested in improving your health, the simple fact is that you will need to change your habits. The key word in that statement is "change.?
As most of us know, change is hard. In fact, many times it seems almost impossible, especially when it comes to areas that impact our health - habits such as smoking, weight loss, and exercise. How many times have you set the goals, made the resolutions, had nothing but good intensions, and probably even started on a new program, but before long, you were right back where you started?
Today on Healthy Living, we're going to get dirty. We're going to learn about the "Science of Change.? What do the experts know that can significantly improve your chances of developing healthy habits that are permanent?
Welcome to the program, Ted Bogstadt, the co-founder and CEO of a health coaching company that is having tremendous success getting people to change for good.
How is it that we have let physical activity become a punishment for children instead of fun?
Used to be, if kids got in trouble, parents made them come inside, but now the punishment is going outside.
Today on Healthy Living, we are going to visit with an old friend, one of the pre-eminent physical education instructors in the country. Phil Lawler, the pride of Naperville, Ill., joins us. Youâ??re going to learn just how important physical education really is, for both bodies and minds, and how you can be a change agent for your kids or grandkids.
Is it possible to create a living environment that can dramatically increase your chances of living a long and healthy life?
What popular high blood pressure medication have doctors in England been advised to stop prescribing?
Pancreatic cancer is one of the most deadly types of cancer. A new study from Sweden indicates one common food increases the risk of pancreatic cancer while another food may offer protection.
Dr. Cooper takes calls.
Are you worried about your eyesight and the threat of age-related macular degeneration? Two new studies show there is one particular food item you should be eating.
For new moms and moms-to-be, find out if there is a correlation between breast feeding and bed wetting?
The FDA has approved a new vaccine for shingles, a condition that usually affects many elderly people.
If you are a marathon runner, how would you like to improve your time by six minutes? It may be easier than you think.
Dr. Cooper takes calls.
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