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.
Stroke is the number three killer of Americans. We discuss steps to take in order to reduce stroke risk, especially if you suffer from atrial fibrillation.
Governor Mike Huckabee lectured for the Cooper Institute last week. We discuss the highlights of his speech, and how the health of Americans is taxing all of us. Smoking cessation, and proper weight, are key components to lessoning this increasing burden. (A copy of Gov. Huckabee's book, Quit Digging Your Grave with Your Knife and Fork is available on our website, www.coopercomplete.com.)
Dr. Cooper takes calls.
The rate of heart failure in older Americans is on the rise but deaths due to heart failure are declining, especially in men. We discuss this phenomena, and how the supplement coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) may be beneficial for those who suffer from heart failure.
We discuss the power of prayer, and findings from a study directed by Harvard University psychologist Jeffrey A. Dusek.
Lower the risk of heart attack and stroke. Depending upon a couple of facotrs, you may or may not want to take both aspirin and Plavix, an antiplatelet medication.
Should you take glucosamine and chondroitin if you have arthritic knees? We'll discuss the results of a new study.
Dr. Cooper takes calls.
Three runners had heart attacks during the Los Angeles Mararthon, two of them fatal. Does this mean marathon running is dangerous? Dr. Cooper and Todd also discuss Crestor, the newest cholesterol-lowering medication. The EBT scan continues to gain strong support in the medical community. We discuss how this noninvasive test can save your life.
This week the Wall Street Journal published an article entitled "The Case Against Vitamins." Dr. Cooper and Todd discuss this article and why, as consumers, we have to be sure to read more than the headlines in order to make informed decisions.
Part II - It's all about heart health today. We discuss the latest treatment options for atrial fibrillation, a condition that 7 percent of all Americans have. We also discuss ablation therapy for people who have abnormal heart rhythms. Dr. Cooper takes calls.
It's all about heart health today. We discuss the latest treatment options for atrial fibrillation, a condition that 7 percent of all Americans have. We also discuss ablation therapy for people who have abnormal heart rhythms. Dr. Cooper takes calls.
Our special guest is Gail Lebovic, M.D., a surgical oncologist, and Director of Women's Services for Cooper Clinic at Craig Ranch. We focus primarily on women's health, and health issues that can be prevented. The recent passing of Dana Reeves reminds us that even non-smokers can die from lung cancer. So, what can we do to improve our odds of living, as Dr. Cooper loves to say, "a long and healthy life to the fullest?? Dr. Lebovic takes calls.
Breast cancer is a frightening disease for a number of reasons. Today we answer questions about how to treat the disease, and also how to possibly prevent it. Our special guest is Gail Lebovic, M.D., a surgical oncologist, and Director of Women's Services for Cooper Clinic at Craig Ranch. We discuss the latest news regarding genetic testing, mammography, MRI, whether implants increase the risk of breast cancer, and if deodorants possibly increase the risk of breast cancer. Dr. Lebovic takes calls.
Dr. Amen lists specific ways to make a good brain great. How you can take care of, and enhance the most important organ of your body. Our special guest is a world-recognized psychiatrist, a best selling author, a medical school professor, and a Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association. For the Amen brain system checklist, go to www.amenclinic.com.
Today, it's all about the BRAIN, the most important, and probably the most "taken-for-granted organ? in the body. We talk about how to treat, and prevent conditions including Alzheimer's disease, depression, anxiety, ADD, and we'll discuss "brain scanning,? because our guest has compiled the latest database of its type in the world. Daniel G. Amen, M.D., is a world recognized psychiatrist. He's an assistant clinical professor of psychiatry and human behavior at the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine, and a Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association. He's also the author of 20 books, including his latest Making a Good Brain Great.
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