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.
Dr. Abel joins us for the second hour to talk about age-related macular degeneration. There are things you can do to prevent AMD, the leading cause of blindness in older Americans. Guest: Dr. Robert Abel, a published author, leading researcher an an expert on what we can do to take care of our eyes. Resources: The Eye Care Revolution by Dr. Abel; www.eyeadvisory.com; Allen Tillison 302-994-0565
We discuss treatments for dry eyes, the new artificial cornea, and what foods and supplements nourish our eyes. Guest: Dr. Robert Abel, a published author, leading researcher, and an expert on what we can do to take care of our eyes. Resources: The Eye Care Revolution by Dr. Abel; www.eyeadvisory.com; Allen Tillison 302-994-0565
If you are like most Americans, you're sleep-deprived, over-stressed, and probably overweight or maybe even obese. Are these things related? We will give practical tips and advice on how you can take charge of your life. Guest: Connie Tyne, executive director of the Cooper Wellness Program.
1 out of every 4 Americans suffers from something called the Metabolic Syndrome , but many people have never heard of it. Do you suffer from depression? We discuss natural ways to treat deperession you may not be aware of. Guest: Tim Church, M.D., Ph.D., M.P.H., is the vice-pof medical and laboratory reseach at The Cooper Institute
A new study cautions us not to get too excited about the results of initial scientific research because those results many times don't hold up over time. We discuss alarming trends in children's hobbies. How does gaining or losing a great deal of weight affect your income?
C-reactive protein is an excellent predictor of heart disease. Do you know your number? Hormone replacement therapy can potentially cause problems, but there are several alternatives to help relieve menopausal symptoms. We'll tell you which ones work. If you are on birth control pills, calcium may be more important than you think.
Masked hypertension is when your blood pressure is fine in the doctor's office, but out of control at work and at home. We'll tell you if you should be concerned. Stroke is the number 3 killer in the U.S. behind heart disease and cancer. There is a new test that can predict your risk for the most common form of stroke, lschemic stroke. A new study looks at antidepressants and second heart attacks.
There is plenty in the news this week about the role of low-dose aspirin and vitamin E as they relate to the prevention of disease. We discuss if they can keep you healthy. An update on the P.S.A. test, and what you need to know about the early detection of prostate cancer.
The cost of obesity continues to rise, and that's a problem for everyone, whether you are heavy or not. We talk about important information regarding your P.S.A. test and detecting prostate cancer. Can testosterone protect men from atherosclerosis, and can spirituality improve your health.
We discuss the latest research and information on how you can age successfully, including how sex, crossword puzzles, and a good run can help stave off dementia. Is there a link between high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and Alzheimer's?
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