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#460: Vitamin B12 In this episode, Todd Whitthorne talks about vitamin B12. You'll be surprised at all the symptoms that can result from a vitamin B12 deficiency. Todd shares Cooper Clinic standards for an "accepable" B12 level. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #459: Tips for Weight Loss - National Weight Control Registry Findings on how successful losers lose weight, and keep it off Established in 1994 by Rena Wing, PhD, from Brown Medical School and Jim Hill, PhD, from the University of Colorado, the National Weight Control Registry (NWCR) is the largest prospective investigation of long-term successful weight loss maintenance. NWCR is currently tracking more than 10,000 people who have successfully lost weight and kept it off. To be included in the database, individuals must be 18 years or older, have lost a minimum of 30 pounds, and have kept the weight off at leas ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #458: Are all calories equal? Todd discusses a study in the New England Journal of Medicine that reviewed weight gain in the U.S. Researchers studied 120,000 well educated adults for 12- to 20 years, and found that on average, weight gain was a little less than one pound a year, or about 17 pounds over a 20-year period. Learn which 5 foods seem most connected to weight gain, and which 5 foods seem most connected to weight maintenance. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #457: Brain Health and Exercise Todd Whitthorne discusses recent results of the Cardiovascular Health Cognition Study (an ongoing study at the University of Pittsburgh) published in Journal Neurology. The benefits of exercise on the brain are tremendous. Listen to find out the average number of miles we need to walk each week to cut our risk of developing memory loss in half! Cardiovascular Health Study Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #456: Todd Whitthorne is interviewed by Joanie Greggains on KGO Radio in San Francisco In this interview with Todd Whitthorne by Joanie Greggains on KGO Radio in San Francisco, Todd discusses the following issues: The best time of day to take a multivitamin. If other supplements can be taken at the same time as the multivitamin. The synergistic impact of supplements, such as calcium and Magnesium. Vitamin D and dosing. B vitamins and their importance pre-pregnancy in preventing neural tube defects. Omega-3 levels and military personnel suicide statistics. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #456: That One Thing... Cooper staffer Todd Whitthorne talks about the one thing we can do to enhance, and extend, our lifespan. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #455: Former pro athlete Scott Secules talks about his Cooper experience Former pro football player Scott Secules talks about his experiences at Cooper. The week following Thanksgiving (2009), Scott spent at Cooper. While here, he had a comprehensive physical and spent a week in our wellness program. Scott talks about the healthy habits he rediscovered during his week at Cooper which have contributed to his return to exercise, and weight loss of 50+ pounds. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #455: Former pro athlete Scott Secules talks about his Cooper experience Former pro football player Scott Secules talks about his experiences at Cooper. The week following Thanksgiving (2009), Scott spent at Cooper. While here, he had a comprehensive physical and spent a week in our wellness program. Scott talks about the healthy habits he rediscovered during his week at Cooper which have contributed to his return to exercise, and weight loss of 50+ pounds. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #454: Cooper Clinic's Dr. Abram Eisenstein talks about colon cancer and colonoscopy Todd Whitthorne interviews Dr. Abram Eisenstein, director of gastroenterology at Cooper Clinic about colon cancer, the number two most deadly form of cancer. Fifty thousand Americans will die this year from colon cancer, a largely preventable disease. Dr. Eisenstein reviews the preventive measures he recommends when it comes to colonoscopy screenings, and shares his recommendations on how to evaluate and select the right physician to perform your colonoscopy.   <!-- /* Style Defi ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #454: Cooper Clinic's Dr. Abram Eisenstein talks about colon cancer and colonoscopy Todd Whitthorne interviews Dr. Abram Eisenstein, director of gastroenterology at Cooper Clinic about colon cancer, the number two most deadly form of cancer. Fifty thousand Americans will die this year from colon cancer, a largely preventable disease. Dr. Eisenstein reviews the preventive measures he recommends when it comes to colonoscopy screenings, and shares his recommendations on how to evaluate and select the right physician to perform your colonoscopy. ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #453: Cooper Institute luncheon honoring Dr. Ken Cooper, with Tom Brokaw April 29 is discussed Todd Whitthorne discusses Cooper Institute with director of development Connie Tyne. Dr. Kenneth Cooper, the “Father of Aerobics,” founded the Institute, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in 1970, six months before opening his world famous preventive medicine clinic.  He knew an independent research institute was needed to bridge the gap between fitness faddism and scientific legitimacy in order to establish the direct relationship that exists between physical activit ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #453: Cooper Institute luncheon honoring Dr. Ken Cooper, with Tom Brokaw April 29 is discussed Todd Whitthorne discusses Cooper Institute with director of development Connie Tyne. Dr. Kenneth Cooper, the “Father of Aerobics,” founded the Institute, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in 1970, six months before opening his world famous preventive medicine clinic.  He knew an independent research institute was needed to bridge the gap between fitness faddism and scientific legitimacy in order to establish the direct relationship that exists between ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #452: Cooper Clinic staff radiologist John Cannaday talks CT scans and radiation John Cannaday, M.D., a staff radiologist at Cooper Clinic discusses two studies reported in the December issue of the Archives of Internal Medicine, calling on physicians to limit CT Scans due to the risks associated with radiation exposure. The study headline read "Commonly performed CT scans are exposing patients to far more radiation than previously thought and in doses that could cause tens of thousands of cancers a year." In the two studies, the authors call on physicians to ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #452: Cooper Clinic staff radiologist John Cannaday talks CT scans and radiation John Cannaday, M.D., a staff radiologist at Cooper Clinic discusses two studies reported in the December issue of the Archives of Internal Medicine, calling on physicians to limit CT Scans due to the risks associated with radiation exposure. The study headline read "Commonly performed CT scans are exposing patients to far more radiation than previously thought and in doses that could cause tens of thousands of cancers a year." In the two studies, the authors call ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #451: Cooper Clinic diagnostic radiologist Dr. Jennifer Engels, talks about US Preventive Svcs Task Force recommendations Jennifer Engels, M.D. is a diagnostic radiologist at Cooper Clinic. Dr. Engels discusses new recommendations regarding mammograms from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. On November 17, 2009, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force issued new recommendations on screening mammography released in the Annals of Preventive Medicine.   The task force recommends that women who are considered âlow risk for breast cancerâ should start screening mammograms at age 50 instead of age 40, a ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #451: Cooper Clinic diagnostic radiologist Dr. Jennifer Engels, talks about US Preventive Svcs Task Force recommendations Jennifer Engels, M.D. is a diagnostic radiologist at Cooper Clinic. Dr. Engels discusses new recommendations regarding mammograms from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. On November 17, 2009, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force issued new recommendations on screening mammography released in the Annals of Preventive Medicine.   The task force recommends that women who are considered “low risk for breast cancer” should start ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #450: Program participant Peg Williams talks about Cooper Wellness Program Cooper Wellness Program with Peg Williams (Podcast) Peg Williams, a two-time participant with Cooper Wellness Program, is interviewed by Todd Whitthorne. The Cooper Wellness Program is medically-supervised, in-residence lifestyle modification program. Since attending the program in June, 2008, Peg has lost 120 pounds.   Flying around the country for her job, Peg says she regularly saw the ad for the Cooper Wellness Program in the American Airlines in-flight magazine. While at a confer ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #450: Program participant Peg Williams talks about Cooper Wellness Program Cooper Wellness Program with Peg Williams (Podcast) Peg Williams, a two-time participant with Cooper Wellness Program, is interviewed by Todd Whitthorne. The Cooper Wellness Program is medically-supervised, in-residence lifestyle modification program. Since attending the program in June, 2008, Peg has lost 120 pounds.   Flying around the country for her job, Peg says she regularly saw the ad for the Cooper Wellness Progr ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #449: Todd Whitthorne interviewed about vitamin D & Omega-3 supplements Todd Whitthorne was interviewed by Joanie Greggains on KGO radio in San Francisco recently about Vitamin D, Omega-3, and taking a multivitamin. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #449: Todd Whitthorne interviewed about vitamin D & Omega-3 supplements Todd Whitthorne was interviewed by Joanie Greggains on KGO radio in San Francisco recently about Vitamin D, Omega-3, and taking a multivitamin. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #448: Benefits of exercise differ by race and sex Benefits of exercise differ by sex and race (Podcast) Dr. Tedd Mitchell, Cooper Clinic president and CEO is interviewed by Todd Whitthorne, and talks about how the benefits of exercise differ by sex and race.   The study, reported in the Journal of Lipid Research (August 2009 issue), began in the late 1980s, and used data from more than 15,000 middle-aged African American and Caucasian men and women (already participating in the Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities Study). Researchers w ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #448: Benefits of exercise differ by race and sex Benefits of exercise differ by sex and race (Podcast) Dr. Tedd Mitchell, Cooper Clinic president and CEO is interviewed by Todd Whitthorne, and talks about how the benefits of exercise differ by sex and race.   The study, reported in the Journal of Lipid Research (August 2009 issue), began in the late 1980s, and used data from more than 15,000 middle-aged African American and Caucasian men and women (already participating ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #447: High blood pressure linked to memory loss in those 45 and older Dr. Tedd Mitchell, Cooper Clinic president and CEO is interviewed by Todd Whitthorne, and talks about how a recent study linking high blood pressure to memory loss in adults 45 years and older.   The study, reported in the Journal of Neurology (August 25, 2009 issue), looked at the link between high blood pressure and memory. People as young at 45 years of age with high blood pressure, are more likely to have memory issues, suggesting that aggressive early treatment of high blood press ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #447: High blood pressure linked to memory loss in those 45 and older Dr. Tedd Mitchell, Cooper Clinic president and CEO is interviewed by Todd Whitthorne, and talks about how a recent study linking high blood pressure to memory loss in adults 45 years and older.   The study, reported in the Journal of Neurology (August 25, 2009 issue), looked at the link between high blood pressure and memory. People as young at 45 years of age with high blood pressure, are more likely to have memory issues, suggesting th ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #446: Jay Grimes, Pilates authority is interviewed Dictionary.com defines Pilates as “a method of physical and mental exercise involving stretches and breathing that focus on strengthening the abdominal core.”  Jay Grimes, a leading authority and practitioner of Pilates was recently in town for a day of teaching. We caught up with Jay and talked with him about Pilates. With more than 40 years of Pilates experience, Jay got his start in pilates by training with Joseph Pilates during ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #445: Aspirin Therapy - new guidelines discussed by Cooper Clinic cardiologist Nina Radford In this Cooper Aerobics podcast, Dr. Nina Radford, Cooper Clinic director of cardiovascular medicine, discusses the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force new recommendations regarding aspirin to prevent cardiovascular disease.  The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force looks at all the literature thatâs come out in individual studies, and tries to compare the studies across age groups and gender, to make recommendations. Historically, the American Heart Association suggested aspirin ther ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #445: Aspirin Therapy - new guidelines discussed by Cooper Clinic cardiologist Nina Radford In this Cooper Aerobics podcast, Dr. Nina Radford, Cooper Clinic director of cardiovascular medicine, discusses the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force new recommendations regarding aspirin to prevent cardiovascular disease.  The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force looks at all the literature that’s come out in individual studies, and tries to compare the studies across age groups and gender, to make recommendations. Historically, the American Heart ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #444: Cooper Fitness Center Personal Trainer Colette Cole â Female Focus Program Todd Whitthorne interviews Colette Cole, a personal trainer at Cooper Fitness Center. Colette has a masters degree in exercise physiology, and co-authored Womenâs Health and Fitness Guide with Michele Kettles, M.D., M.S.P.H., medical director of Cooper Clinic in Dallas. Research shows lifestyle changes such as increasing physical activity and eating a healthy diet can reduce the risk for developing many chronic diseases, and can help manage existing health conditions.  With this in mi ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #444: Cooper Fitness Center Personal Trainer Colette Cole – Female Focus Program Todd Whitthorne interviews Colette Cole, a personal trainer at Cooper Fitness Center. Colette has a masters degree in exercise physiology, and co-authored Women’s Health and Fitness Guide with Michele Kettles, M.D., M.S.P.H., medical director of Cooper Clinic in Dallas. Research shows lifestyle changes such as increasing physical activity and eating a healthy diet can reduce the risk for developing many chronic diseases, and can help manage existing health ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #443: Dr. Radford reviews how changes in physical activity impact longevity Dr. Radford reviews how changes in physical activity impact longevityDr. Nina Radford, Cooper Clinic director of cardiovascular medicine was interviewed by Todd Whitthorne, and gave her thoughts on the recent study published in the British Medical Journal looking at lifestyle changes in terms of physical activity for 50-year old men, in a 35-year follow-up. Dr. Radford reports that patients often come into Cooper Clinic for the first time around age 50. The good news is, even if you start ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #443: Dr. Radford reviews how changes in physical activity impact longevity Dr. Radford reviews how changes in physical activity impact longevityDr. Nina Radford, Cooper Clinic director of cardiovascular medicine was interviewed by Todd Whitthorne, and gave her thoughts on the recent study published in the British Medical Journal looking at lifestyle changes in terms of physical activity for 50-year old men, in a 35-year follow-up. Dr. Radford reports that patients often come into Cooper Clinic for the first time around age 50. The ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #442: Dr. Nina Radford reviews the ENCORE Study and DASH Diet Dr. Nina Radford, Cooper Clinic director of cardiovascular medicine is interviewed by Todd Whitthorne, and gives her thoughts on the ENCORE study as discussed at the recent American College of Cardiology conference.   The ENCORE trial looked lifestyle interventions for lowering blood pressure. Itâs been well described that a diet called the DASH Diet has been associated with reductions in blood pressure. The diet heavily emphasizes fruits and vegetables and has been very effective at ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #442: Dr. Nina Radford reviews the ENCORE Study and DASH Diet Dr. Nina Radford, Cooper Clinic director of cardiovascular medicine is interviewed by Todd Whitthorne, and gives her thoughts on the ENCORE study as discussed at the recent American College of Cardiology conference.   The ENCORE trial looked lifestyle interventions for lowering blood pressure. It’s been well described that a diet called the DASH Diet has been associated with reductions in blood pressure. The diet heavily emphasizes fru ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #441: Dr. Tedd Mitchell talks about studies in the news Dr. Mitchell talks about studies in the news Dr. Tedd Mitchell, Cooper Clinic president and CEO is interviewed by Todd Whitthorne, and gives his thoughts on two recent news articles.   Prostate Test Found to Save Few Lives Two big studies have recently been published regarding prostate cancer were published recently in the New England Journal of Medicine. One study was conducted here in the United States; the other encompassed several European countries. The headlines read âProstate T ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #441: Dr. Tedd Mitchell talks about studies in the news Dr. Mitchell talks about studies in the news Dr. Tedd Mitchell, Cooper Clinic president and CEO is interviewed by Todd Whitthorne, and gives his thoughts on two recent news articles.   Prostate Test Found to Save Few Lives Two big studies have recently been published regarding prostate cancer were published recently in the New England Journal of Medicine. One study was conducted here in the United States; ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #439: Athletic Conditioning: Power Plate Vibration Technology and Power Outdoor Workouts with Shannon Edwards Cooper Fitness Center (Dallas) personal trainer Shannon Edwards talks with Todd Whitthorne about the new Power Plate equipment the club is now utilizing, and the weekly Outdoor Power Workout class Shannon and personal trainer David Williams co-direct. Shannon was Cooper Fitness Center personal trainer of the year in 2008, and has a masters in kinesiology and exercise physiology. Reference Information-Power Plate http://us.powerplate.com/EN/Come to Cooper Fitness Center To schedule a persona ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #439: Athletic Conditioning: Power Plate Vibration Technology and Power Outdoor Workouts with Shannon Edwards Cooper Fitness Center (Dallas) personal trainer Shannon Edwards talks with Todd Whitthorne about the new Power Plate equipment the club is now utilizing, and the weekly Outdoor Power Workout class Shannon and personal trainer David Williams co-direct. Shannon was Cooper Fitness Center personal trainer of the year in 2008, and has a masters in kinesiology and exercise physiology. Reference Information-Power Plate http://us.powerplate.com/EN/Come to Cooper Fit ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #438: Exercise and Quality of Life Dr. Tedd Mitchell, Cooper Clinic president and CEO is interviewed by Todd Whitthorne, and gives his thoughts on the 21-year longitudinal study conducted by Stanford researchers to confirm disability and survival benefits of exercise. Reduced Disability and Mortality Among Aging Runners http://archinte.ama-assn.org/cgi/content/abstract/168/15/1638 Body Mass Index Calculator http://www.nhlbisupport.com/bmi/ Health Assessment Questionnaire Disability Index http://www.niehs.nih.gov/research ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #438: Exercise and Quality of Life Dr. Tedd Mitchell, Cooper Clinic president and CEO is interviewed by Todd Whitthorne, and gives his thoughts on the 21-year longitudinal study conducted by Stanford researchers to confirm disability and survival benefits of exercise. Reduced Disability and Mortality Among Aging Runners http://archinte.ama-assn.org/cgi/content/abstract/168/15/1638 Body Mass Index Calculator htt ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #437: The Nutritional Diet Cooper Wellness Program director of nutrition and registered dietitian Kathy Duran-Thal claims she knows a little bit about a large array of topics when it comes to nutrition and healthy eating. Kathy talks hints and tips on how to simplify nutrition and make healthy eating exciting. Included is a great breakfast idea, tips for successful weight loss losers, and dining out strategies. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #437: The Nutritional Diet Cooper Wellness Program director of nutrition and registered dietitian Kathy Duran-Thal claims she knows a little bit about a large array of topics when it comes to nutrition and healthy eating. Kathy talks hints and tips on how to simplify nutrition and make healthy eating exciting. Included is a great breakfast idea, tips for successful weight loss losers, and dining out strategies. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #436: Colon Cancer and Colonoscopy Dr. Abram Eisenstein, Cooper Clinic director of gastroenterology is interviewed by Todd Whitthorne. Fifty thousand Americans will die this year colon cancer, a largely preventable disease. Dr. Eisenstein discusses the major risk factors for colon cancer and how a colonoscopy can save your life. Reference Information  Association of Colonoscopy and Death From Colorectal Cancer: A Population-Based, Case-Control Study How Much Does Colonoscopy Reduce Colon Cancer Mortality? Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #436: Colon Cancer and Colonoscopy Dr. Abram Eisenstein, Cooper Clinic director of gastroenterology is interviewed by Todd Whitthorne. Fifty thousand Americans will die this year colon cancer, a largely preventable disease. Dr. Eisenstein discusses the major risk factors for colon cancer and how a colonoscopy can save your life. Reference Information  Association of Colonoscopy and Death From Colorectal Cancer: A Population-Based, Case-Control Study How M ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #435: Weight Loss Jay Ashmore, PhD, executive director of Cooper Weight Loss, talks about a sound, sensible and scientific approach to weight loss. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #435: Weight Loss Jay Ashmore, PhD, executive director of Cooper Weight Loss, talks about a sound, sensible and scientific approach to weight loss. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #434: Minimize Heart Attack Risk Dr. Nina Radford, director of cardiovascular medicine for Cooper Clinic, talks about cardiovascular disease. Dr. Radford explains that healthy habits can help reduce heart disease risk factors. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #434: Minimize Heart Attack Risk Dr. Nina Radford, director of cardiovascular medicine for Cooper Clinic, talks about cardiovascular disease. Dr. Radford explains that healthy habits can help reduce heart disease risk factors. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #434: Gastro-intestinal Health Dr. Abram Eisenstein, director of gastroenterology for Cooper Clinic, talks about gastro-intestinal health and how our dietary choices can impact our gastro-intestinal health. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #434: Gastro-intestinal Health Dr. Abram Eisenstein, director of gastroenterology for Cooper Clinic, talks about gastro-intestinal health and how our dietary choices can impact our gastro-intestinal health. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #433: Your Health Your Responsibility Dr. Kenneth Cooper, the "father of aerobics," and founder and chairman of Cooper Aerobics Center, discusses how 21st century medicine includes proper exercise, proper weight, proper nutrition, and proper supplementation. Dr. Cooper also explains what he means by the term "squaring off the curve." Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #433: Your Health Your Responsibility Dr. Kenneth Cooper, the "father of aerobics," and founder and chairman of Cooper Aerobics Center, discusses how 21st century medicine includes proper exercise, proper weight, proper nutrition, and proper supplementation. Dr. Cooper also explains what he means by the term "squaring off the curve." Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #432: Relieve Everyday Stress Cooper Wellness Program Executive Director Connie Tyne discusses ways we can relieve everyday stress. Connie provides suggestions on how to survive � and maybe thrive � in a stressful life. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #432: Relieve Everyday Stress Cooper Wellness Program Executive Director Connie Tyne discusses ways we can relieve everyday stress. Connie provides suggestions on how to survive – and maybe thrive – in a stressful life. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #431: Prostate Health Dr. Tedd Mitchell, President and CEO of Cooper Clinic, and Todd Whitthorne discuss the recent recommendations from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, published in Annals of Internal Medicine, that men more than 75 years of age not be screened using the PSA test. Todd and Dr. Mitchell also discuss news from British Journal of Urology International that prostate cancer prognosis is worse in obese men. Dr. Mitchell discusses the protocol Cooper Clinic follows in testing and evaluating P ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #431: Prostate Health Dr. Tedd Mitchell, President and CEO of Cooper Clinic, and Todd Whitthorne discuss the recent recommendations from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, published in Annals of Internal Medicine, that men more than 75 years of age not be screened using the PSA test. Todd and Dr. Mitchell also discuss news from British Journal of Urology International that prostate cancer prognosis is worse in obese men. Dr. Mitchell discusses the protocol ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #430: Heart Disease Dr. Tedd Mitchell, President and CEO of Cooper Clinic, and Todd Whitthorne discuss heart disease. Dr. Mitchell explains the differences in chronic obstructive disease versus chronic plaque rupture, and how a treadmill stress test is great at helping to diagnosis chronic obstructive disease. Another great tool is the multi-detector computed tomography (MDCT) scan. Dr. Mitchell explains how the MCDT scan is less invasive than cardiac catheterization when physicians are trying to determine whe ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #430: Heart Disease Dr. Tedd Mitchell, President and CEO of Cooper Clinic, and Todd Whitthorne discuss heart disease. Dr. Mitchell explains the differences in chronic obstructive disease versus chronic plaque rupture, and how a treadmill stress test is great at helping to diagnosis chronic obstructive disease. Another great tool is the multi-detector computed tomography (MDCT) scan. Dr. Mitchell explains how the MCDT scan is less invasive than cardiac catheterization when physi ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #429: Eye Health Dr. Robert Abel, Jr., an ophthalmologist who serves on the scientific advisory council for Cooper Complete supplements, talks about eye health and explains the importance of sunglasses, supplements, staying hydrated, and exercise as it relates to eye health. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #429: Eye Health Dr. Robert Abel, Jr., an ophthalmologist who serves on the scientific advisory council for Cooper Complete supplements, talks about eye health and explains the importance of sunglasses, supplements, staying hydrated, and exercise as it relates to eye health. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #428: Stretching Dr. Tedd Mitchell, president of Cooper Clinic, discusses stretching. In 2004, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported its review of studies evaluating whether or not stretching is beneficial. The studies looked at the effect stretching had on athletic performance and injury prevention. Gina Kolata, reporting for The New York Times, recently wrote an article about stretching. It's easy to assess aerobic or strength conditioning, but much ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #428: Stretching Dr. Tedd Mitchell, president of Cooper Clinic, discusses stretching. In 2004, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported its review of studies evaluating whether or not stretching is beneficial. The studies looked at the effect stretching had on athletic performance and injury prevention. Gina Kolata, reporting for The New York Times, recently wrote an article about stretching. It's easy to assess aerobic or strength conditioning, but much more difficult to assess flexibil ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #427: Add Years to Your Life Dr. Tedd Mitchell, president of Cooper Clinic, and Todd Whitthorne discuss the recent Men's Health article, "5 Ways to Add Years to Your Life."  Researchers identify five ways we can add more than 20 years to our lifespan. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #427: Add Years to Your Life Dr. Tedd Mitchell, president of Cooper Clinic, and Todd Whitthorne discuss the recent Men's Health article, "5 Ways to Add Years to Your Life."  Researchers identify five ways we can add more than 20 years to our lifespan. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #426: Years of education affects life expectancy; Smoking – giving patients their “lung age? as incentive to quit smoking Dr. Tedd Mitchell, president of Cooper Clinic, discusses a study (also, see this) reported in the March/April 2008 issue of Health Affairs reporting better education translates into longer life expectancy. Researchers reported that individuals with more than 12 years of education have a predicted life expectancy of 82 years, while those with 12 years of education or less have a life expectancy of 75 years. Researchers are also seeing life expectancy lengthen ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #426: Years of education affects life expectancy; Smoking � giving patients their �lung age� as incentive to quit smoking Dr. Tedd Mitchell, president of Cooper Clinic, discusses a study (also, see this) reported in the March/April 2008 issue of Health Affairs reporting better education translates into longer life expectancy. Researchers reported that individuals with more than 12 years of education have a predicted life expectancy of 82 years, while those with 12 years of education or less have a life expectancy of 75 years. Researchers are also seeing life expectancy lengthen for the group with more than 12 ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #425: Alcohol Consumption Dr. Tedd Mitchell, president of Cooper Clinic, discusses the study reported in the American Journal of Medicine March 2008 issue, “Adopting Moderate Alcohol Consumption in Middle Age: Subsequent Cardiovascular Events.? This study tries to answer the question of whether or not a non-drinker should consider moderate drinking as part of their health habits. Historically, Cooper Clinic has counseled patients who drink to limit their drinking to one to two drin ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #425: Alcohol Consumption Dr. Tedd Mitchell, president of Cooper Clinic, discusses the study reported in the American Journal of Medicine March 2008 issue, �Adopting Moderate Alcohol Consumption in Middle Age: Subsequent Cardiovascular Events.� This study tries to answer the question of whether or not a non-drinker should consider moderate drinking as part of their health habits. Historically, Cooper Clinic has counseled patients who drink to limit their drinking to one to two drinks per day (one for women, two for ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #424: Supplements - Vitamin E Supplementation; Prescribing Testosterone for older men Dr. Cooper and Todd Whitthorne discuss a study conducted at Yale University School of Medicine that reviewed vitamin E levels and their ability to ward off physical decline. Almost 700 patients 65 years and older participated in the study. The article, published in the Jan. 22, 2008, edition of the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), suggests a link between vitamin E and subsequent decline in physical function for older adults. If the level o ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #424: Supplements - Vitamin E Supplementation; Prescribing Testosterone for older men Dr. Cooper and Todd Whitthorne discuss a study conducted at Yale University School of Medicine that reviewed vitamin E levels and their ability to ward off physical decline. Almost 700 patients 65 years and older participated in the study. The article, published in the Jan. 22, 2008, edition of the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), suggests a link between vitamin E and subsequent decline in physical function for older adults. If the level of vitamin E was less than 1.1 on ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #423: Quality of life predicts lung cancer survival Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States. Dr. Tedd Mitchell, president of Cooper Clinic, discusses a paper presented at the 2007 American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology meeting, which found that quality of life has a significant impact on lung cancer survival rates. The study looked at the overall health of the patients, their mobility, emotional stability, and both social and financial support to predict mortality. T ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #423: Quality of life predicts lung cancer survival Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States. Dr. Tedd Mitchell, president of Cooper Clinic, discusses a paper presented at the 2007 American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology meeting, which found that quality of life has a significant impact on lung cancer survival rates. The study looked at the overall health of the patients, their mobility, emotional stability, and both social and financial support to predict mortality. The study's findings include: Pat ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #422: Invention of Aerobics Dr. Cooper is interviewed on ReachMD.com about the invention of Aerobics.   Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #422: Invention of Aerobics Dr. Cooper is interviewed on ReachMD.com about the invention of Aerobics.   Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #421: Cholesterol News Dr. Cooper and Todd Whitthorne discuss the latest data on cholesterol. The discussion includes a brief review of how the body uses LDL cholesterol, and an explanation of why it's a bit of a misnomer that LDL cholesterol is the "bad? cholesterol. Raising HDL cholesterol, the “good? cholesterol through aerobic/cardiovascular conditioning is suggested. The question of whether lowering the LDL cholesterol with statin medications is an effe ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #421: Cholesterol News Dr. Cooper and Todd Whitthorne discuss the latest data on cholesterol. The discussion includes a brief review of how the body uses LDL cholesterol, and an explanation of why it's a bit of a misnomer that LDL cholesterol is the "bad� cholesterol. Raising HDL cholesterol, the �good� cholesterol through aerobic/cardiovascular conditioning is suggested. The question of whether lowering the LDL cholesterol with statin medications is an effective way to reduce death from cardiovascular disea ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #420: Heart Disease Statistics Dr. Cooper and Todd Whitthorne discuss recent data coming from the National Center for Health Statistics as it relates to heart disease. Researchers believe medical advancements (early detection and treatment) and lifestyle changes (not smoking, blood pressure control, exercise, and stress control) have all helped to reduce the incidence of and deaths from heart disease. There's a bill pending before Congress that Medicare will not cover CT scans. Dr. Cooper discusses ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #420: Heart Disease Statistics Dr. Cooper and Todd Whitthorne discuss recent data coming from the National Center for Health Statistics as it relates to heart disease. Researchers believe medical advancements (early detection and treatment) and lifestyle changes (not smoking, blood pressure control, exercise, and stress control) have all helped to reduce the incidence of and deaths from heart disease. There's a bill pending before Congress that Medicare will not cover CT scans. Dr. Cooper discusses why he believes p ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #419: TV can raise blood pressure in obese children Dr. Tedd Mitchell, president of Cooper Clinic, discusses the recent study reported in American Journal of Preventive Medicine (http://www.reuters.com/article/healthNews/idUSFLE27756320071212) that obese children who watched two to four hours of TV each day were 2.5 times more likely to have high blood pressure than their peers who watched less TV.  Dr. Mitchell explains the role of NEAT, Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis (the energy expended for ever ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #419: TV can raise blood pressure in obese children Dr. Tedd Mitchell, president of Cooper Clinic, discusses the recent study reported in American Journal of Preventive Medicine (http://www.reuters.com/article/healthNews/idUSFLE27756320071212) that obese children who watched two to four hours of TV each day were 2.5 times more likely to have high blood pressure than their peers who watched less TV.  Dr. Mitchell explains the role of NEAT, Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis (the energy expended for everything we do that is not sleeping ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #418: Vitamin D Dr. Michele Kettles, medical director and vice president of Cooper Clinic in Dallas, discusses the latest scientific data on vitamin D, and explains why vitamin D is important. Traditional bone health recommendations may have overemphasized the importance of calcium in bone health and underemphasized the importance of vitamin D. Vitamin D isn't just for bone health. Dr. Kettles explains that low levels of vitamin D are also associated with certain disease st ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #418: Vitamin D Dr. Michele Kettles, medical director and vice president of Cooper Clinic in Dallas, discusses the latest scientific data on vitamin D, and explains why vitamin D is important. Traditional bone health recommendations may have overemphasized the importance of calcium in bone health and underemphasized the importance of vitamin D. Vitamin D isn't just for bone health. Dr. Kettles explains that low levels of vitamin D are also associated with certain disease states. Cooper Clinic started routi ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #417: Acid Reflux and Esophageal Cancer The prevalence of esophageal cancer in men 50 years and older is increasing. Dr. Tedd Mitchell, president of Cooper Clinic, discusses this situation, and explains the difference between the two types of esophageal cancer. The gold standard for screening for esophageal cancer is an EGD (Esophagogastroduodenoscopy) test. Cooper Clinic recommends a baseline screen at age 50. Dr. Mitchell discusses long-time use of over-the-counter acid reflux me ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #417: Acid Reflux and Esophageal Cancer The prevalence of esophageal cancer in men 50 years and older is increasing. Dr. Tedd Mitchell, president of Cooper Clinic, discusses this situation, and explains the difference between the two types of esophageal cancer. The gold standard for screening for esophageal cancer is an EGD (Esophagogastroduodenoscopy) test. Cooper Clinic recommends a baseline screen at age 50. Dr. Mitchell discusses long-time use of over-the-counter acid reflux medications, from TUMS to Prilosec. Dr. Mitchell re ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #416: EPIC Study; How to calculate BMI Dr. Tedd Mitchell, president of Cooper Clinic, discusses the United Kingdom study Combined Impact of Health Behaviours and Mortality in Men and Women: The EPIC-Norfolk Prospective Population Study reported in PLoS Medicine http://medicine.plosjournals.org/perlserv/?request=get-document&doi=10.1371/journal.pmed.0050012.  Researchers examined the prospective relationship between lifestyle and mortality in a prospective population study of 20,244 men and women ag ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #416: EPIC Study; How to calculate BMI Dr. Tedd Mitchell, president of Cooper Clinic, discusses the United Kingdom study Combined Impact of Health Behaviours and Mortality in Men and Women: The EPIC-Norfolk Prospective Population Study reported in PLoS Medicine http://medicine.plosjournals.org/perlserv/?request=get-document&doi=10.1371/journal.pmed.0050012.  Researchers examined the prospective relationship between lifestyle and mortality in a prospective population study of 20,244 men and women aged 45 - 79, and f ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #415: ENHANCE Study The ENHANCE (Effect of Combination Ezetimibe and High-Dose Simvastatin vs. Simvastatin Alone on the Atherosclerotic Process in Patients with Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia) trial results were released on Jan. 14, 2008.  Dr. Tedd Mitchell, president of Cooper Clinic, discusses results of the ENHANCE trial (which compared Vytorin to Zetia), and gives Cooper Clinic's recommendation of what to do if someone currently takes either of these medications. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #415 Healthy Living The ENHANCE (Effect of Combination Ezetimibe and High-Dose Simvastatin vs. Simvastatin Alone on the Atherosclerotic Process in Patients with Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia) trial results were released on Jan. 14, 2008.  Dr. Tedd Mitchell, president of Cooper Clinic, discusses results of the ENHANCE trial (which compared Vytorin to Zetia), and gives Cooper Clinic's recommendation of what to do if someone currently takes either of these medications. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #414 Hour 2 Healthy Living There are two things that play a huge role in how long and how well you live. One is how you move and the other is how you eat. We�ll talk about both today, including a new study showing how the Mediterranean diet is incredibly beneficial.   Also, ladies even if you don�t have any of the classic risk factors for heart disease, if you have any coronary calcification, it is a significant red flag. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #414 Hour 2 Healthy Living There are two things that play a huge role in how long and how well you live. One is how you move and the other is how you eat. We’ll talk about both today, including a new study showing how the Mediterranean diet is incredibly beneficial.   Also, ladies even if you don’t have any of the classic risk factors for heart disease, if you have any coronary calcification, it is a significant red flag. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #414 Hour 1 Healthy Living Heart disease continues to be our nation�s #1 killer yet it�s estimated that 8 out of 10 fatal heart attacks can be avoided. What do you need to be paying attention to? Here is a hint. It�s a lot more than just your total cholesterol. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #414 Hour 1 Healthy Living Heart disease continues to be our nation’s #1 killer yet it’s estimated that 8 out of 10 fatal heart attacks can be avoided. What do you need to be paying attention to? Here is a hint. It’s a lot more than just your total cholesterol. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #413 Hour 2 Healthy Living As we get older, if there is one thing we want to avoid, it�s a hip fracture. Ladies, you�re especially at risk. If you�re a postmenopausal woman, a new study identifies 11 factors associated with hip factors. Two new studies predict that the epidemic of childhood obesity will dramatically increase the number of deaths from heart disease and that those deaths will come at younger ages. Meanwhile in England, maternal death rates are at a two decade high and obesity seems to be the culprit. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #413 Hour 2 Healthy Living As we get older, if there is one thing we want to avoid, it’s a hip fracture. Ladies, you’re especially at risk. If you’re a postmenopausal woman, a new study identifies 11 factors associated with hip factors. Two new studies predict that the epidemic of childhood obesity will dramatically increase the number of deaths from heart disease and that those deaths will come at younger ages. Meanwhile in England, maternal death rates are at a ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #413 Hour 1 Healthy Living New evidence reinforces the fact that despite your weight regular physical activity can help you live longer. How much physical activity do you need? Dr. Cooper discusses his recommendation. Parents and grandparents pay attention. Weak, brittle bones in old age actually get their start in childhood. We discuss why many experts are predicting an epidemic of both rickets and osteoporosis and exactly what you can do to protect your little ones. A new study shows fiber dramatically lowers your ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #413 Hour 1 Healthy Living New evidence reinforces the fact that despite your weight regular physical activity can help you live longer. How much physical activity do you need? Dr. Cooper discusses his recommendation. Parents and grandparents pay attention. Weak, brittle bones in old age actually get their start in childhood. We discuss why many experts are predicting an epidemic of both rickets and osteoporosis and exactly what you can do to protect your little ones. ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #412 Hour 2 Healthy Living A new report warns that the risk of cancer may be going up as a result of CT scans. Is there cause for alarm? Dr. Cooper gives his thoughts. We know that clots in your arteries increase the risk of heart attack and stroke, but about the clots in veins? It turns out they maybe much more dangerous than previously thought. Dr. Cooper answer listeners' calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #412 Hour 2 Healthy Living A new report warns that the risk of cancer may be going up as a result of CT scans. Is there cause for alarm? Dr. Cooper gives his thoughts. We know that clots in your arteries increase the risk of heart attack and stroke, but about the clots in veins? It turns out they maybe much more dangerous than previously thought. Dr. Cooper answer listeners' calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #412 Hour 1 Healthy Living The statement, "You are what you eat," has never been more true. An enormous new study reinforces that 30 percent to 35 percent of cancers are caused by diet. We’ll tell you which cancers and explain what foods you need to include and avoid. Can beta carotene improve your memory? The answer is both yes and no. We explain. Dr. Cooper answers listeners' calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #412 Hour 1 Healthy Living The statement, "You are what you eat," has never been more true. An enormous new study reinforces that 30 percent to 35 percent of cancers are caused by diet. We�ll tell you which cancers and explain what foods you need to include and avoid. Can beta carotene improve your memory? The answer is both yes and no. We explain. Dr. Cooper answers listeners' calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #411 Hour 2 (best of) Healthy Living Across the United States communities are facing an increasing number of health issues among children, including childhood obesity, diabetes, and physical inactivity. At the same time we are placing more and more emphasis on improving performance in the classroom. Is there a way to enhance both the physical health and academic potential of our kids? The answer is, ABSOLUTELY! Today we have two guests on the show to discuss these issues. Phil Lawler, a leader ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #411 Hour 2 (best of) Healthy Living Across the United States communities are facing an increasing number of health issues among children, including childhood obesity, diabetes, and physical inactivity. At the same time we are placing more and more emphasis on improving performance in the classroom. Is there a way to enhance both the physical health and academic potential of our kids? The answer is, ABSOLUTELY! Today we have two guests on the show to discuss these issues. Phil Lawler, a leader in physical education, joins us f ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #411 Hour 1 (Best of) Dr. John Ho, a cardiologist at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, joins us today to talk about heart health. In addition to discussing specific steps we can take to avoid heart disease, we’ll also explain what tests can be taken to detect heart disease, and what treatment options are available if heart disease is identified. We’ll also discuss a new study that indicates taking cholesterol-lowering medication might increase the risk of cancer. And w ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #411 Hour 1 (Best of) Dr. John Ho, a cardiologist at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, joins us today to talk about heart health. In addition to discussing specific steps we can take to avoid heart disease, we�ll also explain what tests can be taken to detect heart disease, and what treatment options are available if heart disease is identified. We�ll also discuss a new study that indicates taking cholesterol-lowering medication might increase the risk of cancer. And why having a hostile personality takes a toll on your ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #410 Hour 2 Healthy Living Today is Ladies Day on "Healthy Living," but guys don’t go anywhere. You’ll want to hear the information we’ll be sharing because it pertains to all wives, moms, sisters, and daughters. We’ll cover hormone replacement therapy (HRT), a new study that indicates diet may play a big role in ovarian cancer, and osteoporosis. Our special guest is Dr. David Rodgers a board certified OB/GYN surgeon and director of gynecologic servi ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #410 Hour 2 Healthy Living Today is Ladies Day on "Healthy Living," but guys don�t go anywhere. You�ll want to hear the information we�ll be sharing because it pertains to all wives, moms, sisters, and daughters. We�ll cover hormone replacement therapy (HRT), a new study that indicates diet may play a big role in ovarian cancer, and osteoporosis. Our special guest is Dr. David Rodgers a board certified OB/GYN surgeon and director of gynecologic services for Cooper Clinic. Dr. Rogers answers listeners� call ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #410 Hour 1 Healthy Living Knowing exactly what to do in terms of preventive medical exams can be pretty confusing especially if you’re a woman. Between new advances in technology and conflicting results from scientific studies, it’s sometimes hard to keep up on all the latest recommendations. Today we hope to bring you up to speed. Our special guest is Dr. David Rodgers, a board certified OB/GYN surgeon and director of gynecologic services for Cooper Clinic. We’ ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #410 Hour 1 Healthy Living Knowing exactly what to do in terms of preventive medical exams can be pretty confusing especially if you�re a woman. Between new advances in technology and conflicting results from scientific studies, it�s sometimes hard to keep up on all the latest recommendations. Today we hope to bring you up to speed. Our special guest is Dr. David Rodgers, a board certified OB/GYN surgeon and director of gynecologic services for Cooper Clinic. We�ll discuss the latest options regarding mammograms, wha ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #409 Hour 2 Healthy Living Dr. Joseph Hibbeln, a psychiatrist and lipid biochemist at the National Institutes of Health and one of the leading authorities on the benefits of fish and fish oil supplements, joins us to discuss the nutritional benefits of omega-3 fatty acids.   Dr. Hibbeln answers listeners' calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #409 Hour 2 Healthy Living Dr. Joseph Hibbeln, a psychiatrist and lipid biochemist at the National Institutes of Health and one of the leading authorities on the benefits of fish and fish oil supplements, joins us to discuss the nutritional benefits of omega-3 fatty acids.   Dr. Hibbeln answers listeners' calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #409 Hour 1 Healthy Living From a nutritional standpoint, fish is incredibly beneficial. It is one of the best foods we can eat.  There are many reasons why fish is so good for us, but primarily it's the presence of the omega-3 fatty acids.    Dr. Joseph Hibbeln, a psychiatrist and lipid biochemist at the National Institutes of Health and one of the leading authorities on the benefits of fish and fish oil supplements, joins us. &nbs ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #409 Hour 1 Healthy Living From a nutritional standpoint, fish is incredibly beneficial. It is one of the best foods we can eat.  There are many reasons why fish is so good for us, but primarily it's the presence of the omega-3 fatty acids.    Dr. Joseph Hibbeln, a psychiatrist and lipid biochemist at the National Institutes of Health and one of the leading authorities on the benefits of fish and fish oil supplements, joins us.   Dr. Hibbeln answers listeners' calls Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #408 Hour 2 Healthy Living It's well know that omega-3 fatty acids are great for the heart and the brain, but did you know they are also good for the eyes? In fact, there are many nutrients, along with some simple habits, that can help maintain and restore your vision. Today our guest is Dr. Robert Abel, author of the Eye Care Revolution. We'll discuss what steps you should take to maximize the health of your eyes. We answer listeners' phone calls. ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #408 Hour 2 Healthy Living It's well know that omega-3 fatty acids are great for the heart and the brain, but did you know they are also good for the eyes? In fact, there are many nutrients, along with some simple habits, that can help maintain and restore your vision. Today our guest is Dr. Robert Abel, author of the Eye Care Revolution. We'll discuss what steps you should take to maximize the health of your eyes. We answer listeners' phone calls. Reference: Low vitamin D tied to serious pregnancy complication h ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #408 Hour 1 Healthy Living Macular degeneration is the leading cause of blindness in older Americans, and like most diseases, there are many things you can do to reduce the odds of ever getting it. What about eye exercises? Do they work or are they a huge waste of time?  Those are just two of the topics we discuss with our special guest Dr. Robert Abel, one of our country's leading ophthalmologists. ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #408 Hour 1 Healthy Living Macular degeneration is the leading cause of blindness in older Americans, and like most diseases, there are many things you can do to reduce the odds of ever getting it. What about eye exercises? Do they work or are they a huge waste of time?  Those are just two of the topics we discuss with our special guest Dr. Robert Abel, one of our country's leading ophthalmologists. Reference: Diet, growth are major cancer causes: report http://www.reuters.com/article/healthNews/idUSL318498 ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #407 Hour 2 Healthy Living (Best Of) If you are a smoker or a former smoker, should you have a CT scan to screen for lung cancer? Dr. Cooper will discuss the use of preventive screenings including the role MRI plays in the detection of breast cancer. We know red meat increases the risk of colon cancer, but what is its role related to the reoccurrence of the disease? We will discuss the results of a brand new study. And yet another positive report regarding coffee ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #407 Hour 2 Healthy Living (Best Of) If you are a smoker or a former smoker, should you have a CT scan to screen for lung cancer? Dr. Cooper will discuss the use of preventive screenings including the role MRI plays in the detection of breast cancer. We know red meat increases the risk of colon cancer, but what is its role related to the reoccurrence of the disease? We will discuss the results of a brand new study. And yet another positive report regarding coffee. Dr. Cooper will answer listeners� call Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #407 Hour 1 Healthy Living (Best Of) Dr. Kenneth Cooper and Dr. Tyler Cooper will discuss their new book Start Strong Finish Strong. They will answer listeners’ calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #407 Hour 1 Healthy Living (Best Of) Dr. Kenneth Cooper and Dr. Tyler Cooper will discuss their new book Start Strong Finish Strong. They will answer listeners� calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #406 Hour 2 Healthy Living (BEST OF) With more than 30 percent of Americans now officially obese, two new studies indicate that gastric bypass surgery not only helps patients live longer but it also dramatically lowers the rate of diabetes, cancer, and heart disease. But, who is going to pay for it? Can unintentional weight loss predict Alzheimer’s disease? New research says yes but only in one gender…which one? And parents, heads up! Does your child suffer from high blood p ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #406 Hour 2 Healthy Living With more than 30 percent of Americans now officially obese, two new studies indicate that gastric bypass surgery not only helps patients live longer but it also dramatically lowers the rate of diabetes, cancer, and heart disease. But, who is going to pay for it? Can unintentional weight loss predict Alzheimer�s disease? New research says yes but only in one gender�which one? And parents, heads up! Does your child suffer from high blood pressure? The problem appears to be much worse than we ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #406 Hour 1 Healthy Living (BEST OF) There’s yet more ammunition touting the health benefits of vitamin D, but if you think you're getting enough, you may want to think again. Most older women have their bone density checked, but does it make sense for a man to have the screening done? We'll discuss new information showing that heart attacks in diabetics are much more severe and this week's incredibly misleading headlines regarding vitamin supplementation and the impact on hea ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #406 Hour 1 Healthy Living There�s yet more ammunition touting the health benefits of vitamin D, but if you think you're getting enough, you may want to think again. Most older women have their bone density checked, but does it make sense for a man to have the screening done? We'll discuss new information showing that heart attacks in diabetics are much more severe and this week's incredibly misleading headlines regarding vitamin supplementation and the impact on heart disease in women. Dr. Cooper answers listeners' ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #405 Hour 2 Healthy Living Many Americans are struggling to achieve and maintain a healthy weight. In fact, two out of three Americans are either overweight or obese.The majority are not gaining 20 to 30 pounds a year; it’s more like two to three pounds per year. So how can you develop the skills to stop the expansion?Today, Jennifer Neily, a registered and licensed dietitian at Cooper Clinic in Dallas who consults with hundreds of patients every year, will help explain exactly what you need to do ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #405 Hour 2 Healthy Living Many Americans are struggling to achieve and maintain a healthy weight. In fact, two out of three Americans are either overweight or obese.The majority are not gaining 20 to 30 pounds a year; it�s more like two to three pounds per year. So how can you develop the skills to stop the expansion?Today, Jennifer Neily, a registered and licensed dietitian at Cooper Clinic in Dallas who consults with hundreds of patients every year, will help explain exactly what you need to do in order to get hea ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #405 Hour 1 Healthy Living When it comes to food and staying healthy, there are really only two factors to consider – what you eat and how much you eat. Today, Jennifer Neily, a registered and licensed dietitian at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, will help you address both areas. You’ll learn exactly what you can eat to lower your cholesterol, lower your blood pressure, and lower your weight. We also answer listeners’ calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website #405 Hour 1 Healthy Living When it comes to food and staying healthy, there are really only two factors to consider � what you eat and how much you eat. Today, Jennifer Neily, a registered and licensed dietitian at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, will help you address both areas. You�ll learn exactly what you can eat to lower your cholesterol, lower your blood pressure, and lower your weight. We also answer listeners� calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Show #404 hour 2 Across the United States communities are facing an increasing number of health issues among children, including childhood obesity, diabetes, and physical inactivity. At the same time we are placing more and more emphasis on improving performance in the classroom. Is there a way to enhance both the physical health and academic potential of our kids? The answer is, ABSOLUTELY! Today we have two guests on the show to discuss these issues. Phil Lawler, a leader ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Show #404 hour 2 Across the United States communities are facing an increasing number of health issues among children, including childhood obesity, diabetes, and physical inactivity. At the same time we are placing more and more emphasis on improving performance in the classroom. Is there a way to enhance both the physical health and academic potential of our kids? The answer is, ABSOLUTELY! Today we have two guests on the show to discuss these issues. Phil Lawler, a leader in physical education, joins us f ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Show #404 hour 1 The brain is certainly not the largest organ in the body, but it is the most complex. There are many things we do that can harm the brain, but the latest research shows if you want to enhance the function of your brain, exercise will help you do that. Today we are joined by Dr. John Ratey, a clinical associate professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and the author of a new book, SPARK: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain, which ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Show #404 hour 1 The brain is certainly not the largest organ in the body, but it is the most complex. There are many things we do that can harm the brain, but the latest research shows if you want to enhance the function of your brain, exercise will help you do that. Today we are joined by Dr. John Ratey, a clinical associate professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and the author of a new book, SPARK: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain, which will be released soon. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Show #403 hour 2 (Best of) We'll discuss news regarding many popular prescription and over-the-counter medications. If you take red yeast rice to lower your cholesterol and have been experiencing muscle soreness, there may be a very good reason why that\';s happening. What about heartburn? If you take Prilosec, Nexium, Zantac, Pepcid, or Tagamet, you may be at greater risk for heart attack or dementia. And if you take aspirin for your heart and ibupr ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Show #403 hour 2 (Best of) We'll discuss news regarding many popular prescription and over-the-counter medications. If you take red yeast rice to lower your cholesterol and have been experiencing muscle soreness, there may be a very good reason why that\';s happening. What about heartburn? If you take Prilosec, Nexium, Zantac, Pepcid, or Tagamet, you may be at greater risk for heart attack or dementia. And if you take aspirin for your heart and ibuprofen for arthritis, Dr. Cooper will explain exactly when and how ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Show #403 hour 1 (Best of) Dr. John Ho, a cardiologist at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, joins us today to talk about heart health. In addition to discussing specific steps we can take to avoid heart disease, we’ll also explain what tests can be taken to detect heart disease, and what treatment options are available if heart disease is identified. We’ll also discuss a new study that indicates taking cholesterol-lowering medication might increase the risk of cancer. And ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Show #403 hour 1 (Best of) Dr. John Ho, a cardiologist at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, joins us today to talk about heart health. In addition to discussing specific steps we can take to avoid heart disease, we�ll also explain what tests can be taken to detect heart disease, and what treatment options are available if heart disease is identified. We�ll also discuss a new study that indicates taking cholesterol-lowering medication might increase the risk of cancer. And why having a hostile personality takes a toll on you ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Show #402 hour 2 The flu season is upon us, so we’re discussing the availability of the flu vaccine this year. A new study indicates a common vitamin can significantly lower the risk of blood clots in women. Does heavy drinking raise the risk of stroke? We’ll discuss a study on this topic. And we’ll discuss how removal of ovaries may potentially increase the risk of dementia. Dr. Cooper answers listeners’ calls. ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Show #402 hour 2 The flu season is upon us, so we�re discussing the availability of the flu vaccine this year. A new study indicates a common vitamin can significantly lower the risk of blood clots in women. Does heavy drinking raise the risk of stroke? We�ll discuss a study on this topic. And we�ll discuss how removal of ovaries may potentially increase the risk of dementia. Dr. Cooper answers listeners� calls. Program Reference: Heavy drinking raises risk of stroke: study     U.S.Life Expe ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Show #402 hour 1 A new treatment is shown to significantly reduce the risk of death in those who have suffered a hip fracture. Colon cancer research points to a food that increases the recurrence of the disease and to a particular beverage that can help reduce the risk of getting it in the first place. We have bad news for black women regarding breast cancer. Dr. Cooper answers listeners’ calls.   Program ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Show #402 hour 1 A new treatment is shown to significantly reduce the risk of death in those who have suffered a hip fracture. Colon cancer research points to a food that increases the recurrence of the disease and to a particular beverage that can help reduce the risk of getting it in the first place. We have bad news for black women regarding breast cancer. Dr. Cooper answers listeners� calls.   Program Reference Notes: Cooper Life at Craig Ranch: Location, Location, Location: A Key to Good Health, T ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Kenneth Cooper and Dr. Tyler Cooper will discuss their new book Start Strang Finish Strong Dr. Kenneth Cooper and Dr. Tyler Cooper will discuss their new book Start Strong Finish Strong. They will answer listeners’ calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Kenneth Cooper and Dr. Tyler Cooper will discuss their new book Start Strang Finish Strong Dr. Kenneth Cooper and Dr. Tyler Cooper will discuss their new book Start Strong Finish Strong. They will answer listeners� calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio: discuss preventive screenings and how they detect cancer, red meat and colon cancer, a benefit from coffe If you are a smoker or a former smoker, should you have a CT scan to screen for lung cancer?   Dr. Cooper will discuss the use of preventive screenings including the role MRI plays in the detection of breast cancer.   We know red meat increases the risk of colon cancer, but what is its role related to the reoccurrence of the disease? We will discuss the results of a brand new study.   & ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio: discuss preventive screenings and how they detect cancer, red meat and colon cancer, a benefit from coffe If you are a smoker or a former smoker, should you have a CT scan to screen for lung cancer?   Dr. Cooper will discuss the use of preventive screenings including the role MRI plays in the detection of breast cancer.   We know red meat increases the risk of colon cancer, but what is its role related to the reoccurrence of the disease? We will discuss the results of a brand new study.        And yet another positive report regarding coffee.   Dr. ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Tedd Mitchell, Cooper Clinic medical director and Dr. Tornelli Cooper Clinic Physician, discusses health issues in the news The new technology used to diagnose heart disease is amazing. We will explore if the time has come for you to take advantage of it. A couple of new studies indicate there’s more than one reason to take Viagra. And if you’re under 60 and suffer from atrial fibrillation, a new study shows there’s something you may want to stop consuming. Dr. Tedd Mitchell is the medical director and a staff physician at Cooper Clinic in Da ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Tedd Mitchell, Cooper Clinic medical director and Dr. Tornelli Cooper Clinic Physician, discusses health issues in the news The new technology used to diagnose heart disease is amazing. We will explore if the time has come for you to take advantage of it. A couple of new studies indicate there�s more than one reason to take Viagra. And if you�re under 60 and suffer from atrial fibrillation, a new study shows there�s something you may want to stop consuming. Dr. Tedd Mitchell is the medical director and a staff physician at Cooper Clinic in Dallas. Dr. Mitchell is double-boarded  in Internal Medicine and Spo ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Tedd Mitchell, Cooper Clinic medical director and Dr. Tornelli Cooper Clinic Physician, discusses health issues in the news Three things you must know to maximize your health! Why you may want to think twice before inhaling that wonderful aroma from your microwave popcorn. And we’ll discuss the one vitamin you are likely to be deficient in, which is the same vitamin that can dramatically lower your risk of several types of cancer. Dr. Tedd Mitchell is the medical director and a staff physician at Cooper Clinic in Dallas. Dr. Mitchell is double-bo ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Tedd Mitchell, Cooper Clinic medical director and Dr. Tornelli Cooper Clinic Physician, discusses health issues in the news Three things you must know to maximize your health! Why you may want to think twice before inhaling that wonderful aroma from your microwave popcorn. And we�ll discuss the one vitamin you are likely to be deficient in, which is the same vitamin that can dramatically lower your risk of several types of cancer. Dr. Tedd Mitchell is the medical director and a staff physician at Cooper Clinic in Dallas. Dr. Mitchell is double-boarded  in Internal Medicine and Sports Medicine. Dr. Mitchell ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio: new exercise guidelines how have they changed (see show notes for references) For many Americans, exercise is a four letter word but the benefits of regular physical activity are overwhelming. Today we’ll discuss the new exercise guidelines and tell you exactly how much exercise you need to reap the rewards. Also, is there an advantage to short intense bouts of exercise compared to just hopping on the treadmill for 30 or 40 minutes at a time? Dr Cooper will offer his recommendation.     ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio: new exercise guidelines how have they changed (see show notes for references) For many Americans, exercise is a four letter word but the benefits of regular physical activity are overwhelming. Today we�ll discuss the new exercise guidelines and tell you exactly how much exercise you need to reap the rewards. Also, is there an advantage to short intense bouts of exercise compared to just hopping on the treadmill for 30 or 40 minutes at a time? Dr Cooper will offer his recommendation.     New exercise guidelineshttp://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtm ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio: high blood pressure in children, gastric bypass reduces diabetes (see show notes for references) With more than 30 percent of Americans now officially obese, two new studies indicate that gastric bypass surgery not only helps patients live longer but it also dramatically lowers the rate of diabetes, cancer, and heart disease. But, who is going to pay for it?Can unintentional weight loss predict Alzheimer’s disease? New research says yes but only in one gender…which one?  And parents, heads up! Does your child suffer from high blood pressure? The problem appear ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio: high blood pressure in children, gastric bypass reduces diabetes (see show notes for references) With more than 30 percent of Americans now officially obese, two new studies indicate that gastric bypass surgery not only helps patients live longer but it also dramatically lowers the rate of diabetes, cancer, and heart disease. But, who is going to pay for it?Can unintentional weight loss predict Alzheimer�s disease? New research says yes but only in one gender�which one?  And parents, heads up! Does your child suffer from high blood pressure? The problem appears to be much worse th ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio: popular prescriptions, red yeast rice, heartburn (see show notes for references) We’ll discuss news regarding many popular prescription and over-the-counter medications. If you take red yeast rice to lower your cholesterol and have been experiencing muscle soreness, there may be a very good reason why that’s happening. What about heartburn? If you take Prilosec, Nexium, Zantac, Pepcid, or Tagamet, you may be at greater risk for heart attack or dementia. And if you take aspirin for your heart and ibupro ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio: popular prescriptions, red yeast rice, heartburn (see show notes for references) We�ll discuss news regarding many popular prescription and over-the-counter medications. If you take red yeast rice to lower your cholesterol and have been experiencing muscle soreness, there may be a very good reason why that�s happening. What about heartburn? If you take Prilosec, Nexium, Zantac, Pepcid, or Tagamet, you may be at greater risk for heart attack or dementia. And if you take aspirin for your heart and ibuprofen for arthritis, Dr. Cooper will explain exactly when and how you s ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio: benefits of vitamin D, bone density, heart attacks in diabetics (see show notes for references) There’s yet more ammunition touting the health benefits of vitamin D, but if you think you’re getting enough, you may want to think again. Most older women have their bone density checked, but does it make sense for a man to have the screening done? We’ll discuss new information showing that heart attacks in diabetics are much more severe and this week’s incredibly misleading headlines regarding vitamin supplementation and the impact ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio: benefits of vitamin D, bone density, heart attacks in diabetics (see show notes for references) There�s yet more ammunition touting the health benefits of vitamin D, but if you think you�re getting enough, you may want to think again. Most older women have their bone density checked, but does it make sense for a man to have the screening done? We�ll discuss new information showing that heart attacks in diabetics are much more severe and this week�s incredibly misleading headlines regarding vitamin supplementation and the impact on heart disease in women. Dr. Cooper answers listeners� ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. John Ho, a cardiologist at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, joins us today to talk about heart health. (program notes) Dr. John Ho, a cardiologist at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, joins us today to talk about heart health. In addition to discussing specific steps we can take to avoid heart disease, we�ll also explain what tests can be taken to detect heart disease, and what treatment options are available if heart disease is identified. We�ll also discuss a new study that indicates taking cholesterol lower medication might increase the risk of cancer. And why having a hostile personality takes a toll on your hea ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. John Ho, a cardiologist at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, joins us today to talk about heart health. (program notes) Dr. John Ho, a cardiologist at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, joins us today to talk about heart health. In addition to discussing specific steps we can take to avoid heart disease, we’ll also explain what tests can be taken to detect heart disease, and what treatment options are available if heart disease is identified. We’ll also discuss a new study that indicates taking cholesterol lower medication might increase the risk of cancer. And why ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Dana King joins us today to discuss a study how adopting a healthy lifestyle in middle age has significant health benefits. Dr. Dana King from the University of South Carolina joins us today to discuss a study recently published in The American Journal of Medicine about how adopting a healthy lifestyle in middle age has significant health benefits. Dr. King, lead author of the study, provides us with the specific details used in the study that led to lower rates of cardiovascular disease and mortality. Dr. Dana King answers listeners� calls. Program Reference Notes: "Experts issue new physical exercise gui ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Dana King joins us today to discuss a study how adopting a healthy lifestyle in middle age has significant health benefits. Dr. Dana King from the University of South Carolina joins us today to discuss a study recently published in The American Journal of Medicine about how adopting a healthy lifestyle in middle age has significant health benefits. Dr. King, lead author of the study, provides us with the specific details used in the study that led to lower rates of cardiovascular disease and mortality. Dr. Dana King answers listeners’ calls. Pro ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio: risk of radiation, prevent reoccurence of breast cancer (see show notes for references)     The advancement of scanning technology from mammograms to virtual angiography help doctors detect a number of diseases, but should you be concerned about the risk of radiation?    We know that eating fruits and vegetables is healthy, but will it help prevent the reoccurrence of breast cancer?    Speaking of breast cancer, the rates are soaring in China. We’ll discuss why. “Estimating Risk of Cancer Associ ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio: risk of radiation, prevent reoccurence of breast cancer (see show notes for references)     The advancement of scanning technology from mammograms to virtual angiography help doctors detect a number of diseases, but should you be concerned about the risk of radiation?    We know that eating fruits and vegetables is healthy, but will it help prevent the reoccurrence of breast cancer?    Speaking of breast cancer, the rates are soaring in China. We�ll discuss why. �Estimating Risk of Cancer Associated With Radiation Exposure From 64- ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio:Atrail fibrillation, fast walking, better way to measure triglycerides (see show notes for references)     The number of Americans suffering from atrial fibrillation is soaring and the treatment varies from medication to a variety of surgical procedures. We’ll discuss the latest options.    A new study shows that if you want to lower your blood pressure, walking is good, but fast walking is better.    Your triglyceride level helps a doctor predict the risk of heart disease. And this week two big studies indicated there may be a ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio:Atrail fibrillation, fast walking, better way to measure triglycerides (see show notes for references)     The number of Americans suffering from atrial fibrillation is soaring and the treatment varies from medication to a variety of surgical procedures. We�ll discuss the latest options.    A new study shows that if you want to lower your blood pressure, walking is good, but fast walking is better.    Your triglyceride level helps a doctor predict the risk of heart disease. And this week two big studies indicated there may be a much better way of ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio: health insurance rates; omega-3s; women and exercise (see show notes for references) When it comes to health insurance, well, the times are changing. The nation’s largest insurer now says that healthy habits could save you substantial cash. By now you should know that the Omega 3 fatty acids are great for your heart and your brain….but did you know they can also help with your pain? And yet another study, this one of women, reinforces that the more you move, the better you feel….imagine that! Dr. Cooper ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio: health insurance rates; omega-3s; women and exercise (see show notes for references) When it comes to health insurance, well, the times are changing. The nation�s largest insurer now says that healthy habits could save you substantial cash. By now you should know that the Omega 3 fatty acids are great for your heart and your brain�.but did you know they can also help with your pain? And yet another study, this one of women, reinforces that the more you move, the better you feel�.imagine that! Dr. Cooper answers listeners� calls. Program Reference Notes:Long-Term Physical Ac ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; heart health - aspirin and chocolate; statins; Niacin/B3 (see show notes for references) If you have a heart, then today’s program is one you don’t want to miss… Find out what aspirin and chocolate have in common…and why the time of day that you take aspirin can make a difference. And if you take one of the so-called statin drugs to help lower your cholesterol, Dr. Cooper will explain why you may want to consider combining that with vitamin B-3, otherwise known as Niacin. Dr. Cooper answers listeners’ ca ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; heart health - aspirin and chocolate; statins; Niacin/B3 (see show notes for references) If you have a heart, then today�s program is one you don�t want to miss� Find out what aspirin and chocolate have in common�and why the time of day that you take aspirin can make a difference. And if you take one of the so-called statin drugs to help lower your cholesterol, Dr. Cooper will explain why you may want to consider combining that with vitamin B-3, otherwise known as Niacin. Dr. Cooper answers listeners� calls. Program Reference Notes:Effects of Low Habitual Cocoa Intake on Blood ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; Daily habits, how tough it really is to lose weight and keep it off,new information on pancreatic cancer New research reinforces that our daily habits are critical to our health. Maybe the most important message is, if you want to feel better, it’s never too late to start! An evaluation of 46 diet studies reveals some interesting information about how tough it really is to lose weight and keep it off. There is also fascinating new information about pancreatic cancer – not only how to reduce your odds of getting it, but also how a particula ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; Daily habits, how tough it really is to lose weight and keep it off,new information on pancreatic cancer New research reinforces that our daily habits are critical to our health. Maybe the most important message is, if you want to feel better, it�s never too late to start! An evaluation of 46 diet studies reveals some interesting information about how tough it really is to lose weight and keep it off. There is also fascinating new information about pancreatic cancer � not only how to reduce your odds of getting it, but also how a particular operation can significantly improve the odds of sur ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; Daily habits, how tough it really is to lose weight and keep it off,new information on pancreatic cancer New research reinforces that our daily habits are critical to our health. Maybe the most important message is, if you want to feel better, it�s never too late to start! An evaluation of 46 diet studies reveals some interesting information about how tough it really is to lose weight and keep it off. There is also fascinating new information about pancreatic cancer � not only how to reduce your odds of getting it, but also how a particular operation can significantly improve the odds of sur ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; managing your risk factors,Osteoporosis discussion,Vitamin D topics,no more tobacco If you would like to live longer and live better, a new study of 50-year-old men and women reinforces what we already know – you need to manage your risk factors. Which ones are the most important? Osteoporosis, or brittle bone disease, impacts more women than men, but guys are certainly not immune. New research reveals just how much exercise is needed to keep bones healthy and strong. Here is some interesting news. Even though you spend ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; managing your risk factors,Osteoporosis discussion,Vitamin D topics,no more tobacco If you would like to live longer and live better, a new study of 50-year-old men and women reinforces what we already know � you need to manage your risk factors. Which ones are the most important? Osteoporosis, or brittle bone disease, impacts more women than men, but guys are certainly not immune. New research reveals just how much exercise is needed to keep bones healthy and strong. Here is some interesting news. Even though you spend plenty of time outdoors you still may not be gettin ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; stop Alzheimer's with a shot, why not to develop diabetes, Alli new weight loss drug pro and cons, Could it be possible to stop Alzheimer’s disease in its tracks with a simple shot? A new study provides yet another reason not to develop diabetes. The new weight loss drug Alli is getting all sorts of attention, but you might want to hear the pros and cons before buying it. We’ll also discuss why corporations need to be careful about shifting too much of the cost of presc ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; stop Alzheimer's with a shot, why not to develop diabetes, Alli new weight loss drug pro and cons, Could it be possible to stop Alzheimer�s disease in its tracks with a simple shot? A new study provides yet another reason not to develop diabetes. The new weight loss drug Alli is getting all sorts of attention, but you might want to hear the pros and cons before buying it. We�ll also discuss why corporations need to be careful about shifting too much of the cost of prescriptions to their employees Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; Alternative Medicine, DHEA can it cure depression, Echinacea, Vitamin D Today the topic is alternative medicine. .What does that mean? And more importantly, how do you separate fact from fiction when it comes to all of the incredible benefits touted on radio, TV, and the Internet? Can DHEA – an endogenous hormone (made in the human body) that’s secreted by the adrenal gland – cure depression and heart disease, and improve your libido? What about Echinacea? Does it help trea ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; Alternative Medicine, DHEA can it cure depression, Echinacea, Vitamin D Today the topic is alternative medicine. .What does that mean? And more importantly, how do you separate fact from fiction when it comes to all of the incredible benefits touted on radio, TV, and the Internet? Can DHEA � an endogenous hormone (made in the human body) that�s secreted by the adrenal gland � cure depression and heart disease, and improve your libido? What about Echinacea? Does it help treat and prevent colds? And if your body actually manufactures vitamin D, is there any re ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; fact from fiction when it comes to the drug Avandia, also who to trust when it come to medical news Dr. Cooper will explain why.In today's world of media, Internet, and instant information it is sometimes hard to tell whom to trust when it comes to medical news. The prestigious New England Journal of Medicine recently took a tough stand against the diabetes drug Avandia and now many are contending it was done to advance political agenda. Today Dr. Cooper will help separate fact from fiction when it comes to recent news regarding Avandia, folic acid, multivitamins, and calcium and kidn ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; fact from fiction when it comes to the drug Avandia, also who to trust when it come to medical news Dr. Cooper will explain why.In today's world of media, Internet, and instant information it is sometimes hard to tell whom to trust when it comes to medical news. The prestigious New England Journal of Medicine recently took a tough stand against the diabetes drug Avandia and now many are contending it was done to advance political agenda. Today Dr. Cooper will help separate fact from fiction when it comes ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; heart disease on the decline, not all exercise is equal, one beverage that helps build muscle,     Good news, the death rate from heart disease is on the decline. Dr. Cooper will explain why.    When it comes to health benefits not all exercise is equal. We certainly know aerobics exercise is good for cardiovascular health, but what about weight training? We will examine several new studies.     Speaking of weight training, there is one beverage in particular that seems to help build muscle. Find out what it is.     ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; heart disease on the decline, not all exercise is equal, one beverage that helps build muscle,     Good news, the death rate from heart disease is on the decline. Dr. Cooper will explain why.    When it comes to health benefits not all exercise is equal. We certainly know aerobics exercise is good for cardiovascular health, but what about weight training? We will examine several new studies.     Speaking of weight training, there is one beverage in particular that seems to help build muscle. Find out what it is.     ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; fact from fiction when it comes to the drug Avandia, also who to trust when it come to medical news       In today�s world of media, Internet, and instant information it is sometimes hard to tell whom to trust when it comes to medical news.     The prestigious New England Journal of Medicine recently took a tough stand against the diabetes drug Avandia and now many are contending it was done to advance political agenda.     Today Dr. Cooper will help separate fact from fiction when it comes to recent news regarding Avandia, ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; fact from fiction when it comes to the drug Avandia, also who to trust when it come to medical news       In today’s world of media, Internet, and instant information it is sometimes hard to tell whom to trust when it comes to medical news.     The prestigious New England Journal of Medicine recently took a tough stand against the diabetes drug Avandia and now many are contending it was done to advance political agenda.     Today Dr. Cooper will help separate fact from fiction when it comes to recent news regarding Avandia ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Pat Fulgham, a physician at Urology Clinics of North, joins us to discuss new PSA test, Prostate surgery, and incontinence. Just about everyone admits that the PSA test is far from perfect when it comes to detecting prostate cancer.  Are new tests being developed that are more effective?   If you do need prostate surgery, should you opt for the new robotic technique?  We�ll discuss the pros and cons of this technique.   We�ll also review a new solution for people who suffer from incontinence.   Dr. Pat Fulgham, a physician at Urology Clinics of North Texas and one of our country�s top ur ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Pat Fulgham, a physician at Urology Clinics of North, joins us to discuss new PSA test, Prostate surgery, and incontinence. Just about everyone admits that the PSA test is far from perfect when it comes to detecting prostate cancer.  Are new tests being developed that are more effective?   If you do need prostate surgery, should you opt for the new robotic technique?  We’ll discuss the pros and cons of this technique.   We’ll also review a new solution for people who suffer from incontinence. ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Connie Tyne joins us to discuss memory tips and sleep benefits We share four tips to help with memory.   We�ll explain how getting enough sleep can make you thinner, smarter, and happier.   Vice president and executive director of Cooper Wellness Program Connie Tyne joins us to discuss these wellness issues and answer listeners� calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Connie Tyne joins us to discuss memory tips and sleep benefits We share four tips to help with memory.   We’ll explain how getting enough sleep can make you thinner, smarter, and happier.   Vice president and executive director of Cooper Wellness Program Connie Tyne joins us to discuss these wellness issues and answer listeners’ calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; health benefits form exercise, Salt's negative impact, and iPods A new study helps define exactly how much exercise you need to do in order to receive health benefits from it.   Blood pressure is not the only thing negatively impacted by salt.   And if you have a pacemaker, you might want to turn off your iPod. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; health benefits form exercise, Salt's negative impact, and iPods A new study helps define exactly how much exercise you need to do in order to receive health benefits from it.   Blood pressure is not the only thing negatively impacted by salt.   And if you have a pacemaker, you might want to turn off your iPod. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; The the Discussion on Prostate Cancer, Testosterone, and Mammography It�s said that if a man lives long enough, he�s virtually guaranteed to get prostate cancer.. The question is, how soon should the screening process start?   Yet another reason to stay trim�a new study shows that as a man�s weight goes up his testosterone level goes down.   Something else going down is the rate of mammography, which is definitely not a positive trend. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; The the Discussion on Prostate Cancer, Testosterone, and Mammography It’s said that if a man lives long enough, he’s virtually guaranteed to get prostate cancer.. The question is, how soon should the screening process start?   Yet another reason to stay trim…a new study shows that as a man’s weight goes up his testosterone level goes down.   Something else going down is the rate of mammography, which is definitely not a positive trend. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper: �Best Of� for the holiday weekend A new study prevents evidence on how to reduce the risk of a non-fatal heart attack by 19 percent without taking prescription drugs. Want to lower your risk for depression? Changing your diet might be the answer. New research indicates that red meat substantially increases a women's risk for breast cancer, while breast feeding seems to lower it. Dr. Cooper answers listeners' calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper: “Best Of? for the holiday weekend A new study prevents evidence on how to reduce the risk of a non-fatal heart attack by 19 percent without taking prescription drugs. Want to lower your risk for depression? Changing your diet might be the answer. New research indicates that red meat substantially increases a women's risk for breast cancer, while breast feeding seems to lower it. Dr. Cooper answers listeners' ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Abram Eisenstein: rise of obesity comes a rise in problems with our liver There is no question that our daily habits have a direct impact on just about every aspect of our health, and that includes our digestive health. With the rise of obesity comes a rise in problems with our liver, which unfortunately can lead to a whole host of issues. Dr. Eisenstein answers listeners’ calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Abram Eisenstein: Celiac disease and what you can do to make sure your gut is as healthy as possible. Are you one of the millions of Americans that has stomach or digestive issues? We�ll cover what you can do to make sure your gut is as healthy as possible. Why is celiac disease appears to be on the rise and why it�s much different that having a food allergy. You�ll also learn why exercise is so beneficial for digestion. Dr. Eisenstein answers listeners� calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Abram Eisenstein: Celiac disease and what you can do to make sure your gut is as healthy as possible. Are you one of the millions of Americans that has stomach or digestive issues? We’ll cover what you can do to make sure your gut is as healthy as possible. Why is celiac disease appears to be on the rise and why it’s much different that having a food allergy. You’ll also learn why exercise is so beneficial for digestion. Dr. Eisenstein answers listeners’ calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Tedd Mitchell, Cooper Clinic medical director, discusses health issues in the news; sinus infections; aspirin resistance; Dr. Tedd Mitchell, Cooper Clinic medical director, joins us today to discuss health issues in the news. Are you prone to sinus infections?  Find out what your doctor may be missing. We know aspirin can help lower the risk of heart attack and stroke, and this week a study was released showing aspirin may help dramatically lower the risk of colon cancer. However, a large number of people are aspirin resistant. Is it possible to be skinny on the outside but fat on the inside?  We'll ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Tedd Mitchell, Cooper Clinic medical director, discusses health issues in the news; sinus infections; aspirin resistance; Dr. Tedd Mitchell, Cooper Clinic medical director, joins us today to discuss health issues in the news. Are you prone to sinus infections?  Find out what your doctor may be missing. We know aspirin can help lower the risk of heart attack and stroke, and this week a study was released showing aspirin may help dramatically lower the risk of colon cancer. However, a large number of people are aspirin resistant. Is it possibl ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Tedd Mitchell explains medical tests/screens - what we should have and what the scores mean When it comes to your health, no one should be more responsible than you... not your doctor, not your employer, not your spouse, and certainly not the government. Dr. Tedd Mitchell, Cooper Clinic medical director, explains medical tests/screens and the numbers and tests we need to know. Dr. Mitchell answers listeners' calls.   Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Tedd Mitchell explains medical tests/screens - what we should have and what the scores mean When it comes to your health, no one should be more responsible than you... not your doctor, not your employer, not your spouse, and certainly not the government. Dr. Tedd Mitchell, Cooper Clinic medical director, explains medical tests/screens and the numbers and tests we need to know. Dr. Mitchell answers listeners' calls.   Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; Reduce Non-fatal Heart Attacks Depression, Breast Cancer A new study presents evidence on how to reduce the risk of a non-fatal heart attack by 19 percent without taking prescription drugs. Want to lower your risk of depression? Changing your diet may be the answer. New research indicates that red meat substantially increases a women’s risk for breast cancer, while breast feeding seems to lower it. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; Reduce Non-fatal Heart Attacks Depression, Breast Cancer A new study presents evidence on how to reduce the risk of a non-fatal heart attack by 19 percent without taking prescription drugs.Want to lower your risk of depression? Changing your diet may be the answer.New research indicates that red meat substantially increases a women�s risk for breast cancer, while breast feeding seems to lower it. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; medicare changes and infromation on heart attacks Medicare changes its position on whether or not to pay for the use of stents to help reduce the risk of strokes. What does that mean for you? We’ll discuss it. Good news…the rate of heart attack deaths in the hospital has fallen substantially. Dr. Cooper will explain why. Speaking of heart attacks, the number of attacks seems to increase a lot during flu season, which reinforces the importance of getting a flu shot. And we ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; medicare changes and infromation on heart attacks Medicare changes its position on whether or not to pay for the use of stents to help reduce the risk of strokes. What does that mean for you? We�ll discuss it.Good news�the rate of heart attack deaths in the hospital has fallen substantially. Dr. Cooper will explain why.Speaking of heart attacks, the number of attacks seems to increase a lot during flu season, which reinforces the importance of getting a flu shot.And we know aspirin can help reduce the risk of heart attacks, but can it also ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Best of Show: Breast MRI Breast MRI, an emerging technology that could help save lives There's no question that mammography reduces a womanâs risk of dying from breast cancer. Now the American Cancer Society is recommending that certain women also undergo what is known as, Breast MRI, an emerging technology that could help save thousand of lives. Is this procedure something you or a loved one should consider? Our special guest this hour, Dr. Gail Lebovic, will help you answer that ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Best of Show: Dr Das on Angioplasty Dr. Das on Angioplasty: Does it lack value or is medication better You saw the headlines this week saying that angioplasty, the 'artery-opening operation' that thousands of Americans have done every year, lacks value, that it is no better than just taking medication. Today, as Paul Harvey would say, it is time for the rest of the story.  Our special guest, Dr. Tony Das, is one the top cardiologists in the country. He will explain in detail what was rig ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; we all things heart health related. We discuss heart health.  Do you know the red flags for a heart attack?  (Hint: Heart attack symptoms include a lot more than just chest pain.) If you think you're having a heart attack you should definitely arrive at the hospital in an ambulance.  We'll explain why. We'll also review the latest technology that can help predict coronary problems? And a new study shows that if you have congestive heart failure, there's one vitamin in particular you should be taking. Dr. Cooper ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; we discuss childhood obesity; Phil Lawler weighs in with advice Obesity, and in particular childhood obesity, is something we can no longer ignore.  The condition has clearly reached epidemic proportions and if we don't take action, the consequences will be grave.  We explore the extent of the problem, learn what is being done, and what needs to be done. Phil Lawler, one of the pre-eminent physical educators in the country, will join us. Dr. Cooper answers listeners' questions. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; we discuss childhood obesity; Phil Lawler weighs in with advice Obesity, and in particular childhood obesity, is something we can no longer ignore.  The condition has clearly reached epidemic proportions and if we don't take action, the consequences will be grave.  We explore the extent of the problem, learn what is being done, and what needs to be done. Phil Lawler, one of the pre-eminent physical educators in the country, will join us. Dr. Cooper answers listeners' questions. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Best of: Brain health; atrial fibrillation; age-related macular degeneration Best of Show The evidence continues to grow showing exercise is great for our brains. We'll discuss ways to improve our brain health. Millions of Americans suffer from atrial fibrillation and a new study indicates that pulse pressure may be a risk factor. We'll discuss a way to reduce the risk of developing age-related macular degeneration. Dr. Cooper answers calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Best Of: Dr. Cooper discusses pregnancy and diet; ways to reduce colon cancer; responds to listeners calls Best of Show We'll discuss how your diet may be a contributing factor to getting (or not getting) pregnant As Americans get older and heavier, cancer rates are expected to soar. A new study indicates there may not be enough doctors to meet the demand. We'll discuss four specific ways to significantly decrease the risk of developing colon cancer. Dr. Cooper answers calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper discusses mammograms; omega-3 help prevent heart attack; blueberries reduce odds of colon cancer When should a woman start having regular mammograms? At 40 or 50? That question has triggered a controversy this week and in just a minute you'll hear what Dr. Cooper suggests. Yet another study showing that omega-3 fats can help prevent heart attacks, especially if you have high cholesterol. And guess what? They also increase bone density. We'll also discuss how eating blueberries may reduce your odds of developing colon cancer, and why preg ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper discusses mammograms; omega-3 help prevent heart attack; blueberries reduce odds of colon cancer When should a woman start having regular mammograms? At 40 or 50? That question has triggered a controversy this week and in just a minute you'll hear what Dr. Cooper suggests. Yet another study showing that omega-3 fats can help prevent heart attacks, especially if you have high cholesterol. And guess what? They also increase bone density. We'll also discuss how eating blueberries may reduce your odds of developing colon cancer, and why pregnant women need to make sure they get enough vita ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper discusses HRT; fruits and veggies - do we get enough; answers listener calls The pendulum appears to be swinging regarding the topic of hormone replacement therapy (HRT). A new study shows that for younger women, HRT might not be as dangerous as they initially thought. Firefighters, you need to pay particular attention today! We'll tell you why you need to start "listening to your heart." And, are you eating enough fruits and veggies and getting regular exercise? Well, according to a new study from the Cent ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper discusses HRT; fruits and veggies - do we get enough; answers listener calls The pendulum appears to be swinging regarding the topic of hormone replacement therapy (HRT). A new study shows that for younger women, HRT might not be as dangerous as they initially thought. Firefighters, you need to pay particular attention today! We'll tell you why you need to start "listening to your heart." And, are you eating enough fruits and veggies and getting regular exercise? Well, according to a new study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention the answer ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Breast MRI, an emerging technology that could help save lives There�s no question that mammography reduces a woman�s risk of dying from breast cancer. Now the American Cancer Society is recommending that certain women also undergo what is known as, Breast MRI, an emerging technology that could help save thousand of lives. Is this procedure something you or a loved one should consider? Our special guest this hour, Dr. Gail Lebovic, will help you answer that question.  Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Das on Angioplasty: Does it lack value or is medication better You saw the headlines this week saying that angioplasty, the�artery-opening operation� that thousands of Americans have done every year, lacks value�.that it�s no better than just taking medication.Today, as Paul Harvey would say, it�s time �for the rest of the story.� Our special guest, Dr. Tony Das, is one the top cardiologists in the country. He will explain in detail what was right and what was wrong with the study, and more importantly, what you need to know as a patient or as a potent ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio: Caffeine and Cholesterol:Chinese food: How to lose baby weight Does coffee consumption elevate cholesterol, and should you moderate your intake, especially of espresso? For women who are you trying to lose weight after having a baby weâ��ll discuss three things to do, or NOT do, to help shed the extra pounds. Heading out for Chinese food? There are a couple of dishes in particular you may want to avoid. Plus, when do kids gain the most weight, in the summer or in the winter? Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio: Caffeine and Cholesterol:Chinese food: How to lose baby weight Does coffee consumption elevate cholesterol, and should you moderate your intake, especially of espresso? For women who are you trying to lose weight after having a baby we���ll discuss three things to do, or NOT do, to help shed the extra pounds. Heading out for Chinese food? There are a couple of dishes in particular you may want to avoid. Plus, when do kids gain the most weight, in the summer or in the winter? Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio: Vit D and Cancer: Aspirin Recommmendations: Cholesterol info You know vitamin D is good for your bones, but evidence continues to mount that it's also terrific in helping to reduce your risk of certain cancers. How much do you need? What about aspirin? Should you be taking it to prevent heart disease? The answer depends on your age AND your gender. And a new study indicates that if your cholesterol level takes a dip during mid-life that may be a risk factor for dementia. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio: Vit D and Cancer: Aspirin Recommmendations: Cholesterol info You know vitamin D is good for your bones, but evidence continues to mount that it's also terrific in helping to reduce your risk of certain cancers. How much do you need? What about aspirin? Should you be taking it to prevent heart disease? The answer depends on your age AND your gender. And a new study indicates that if your cholesterol level takes a dip during mid-life that may be a risk factor for dementia. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper answers listener calls; diet and fertility; 4 ways to reduce colon cancer risk We'll discuss how your diet may be a contributing factor to getting (or not getting) pregnant.As Americans get older and heavier, cancer rates are expected to soar.  A new study indicates there may not be enough doctors to meet the demand. We'll discuss four specific ways to significantly decrease the risk of developing colon cancer.Dr. Cooper answers calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; improve brain health; pulse pressure risk factor for a-fib; reduce AMD risk The evidence continues to grow showing exercise is great for our brains.  We'll discuss ways to improve our brain health.Millions of Americans suffer from atrial fibrillation and a new study indicates that pulse pressure may be a risk factor.We'll discuss a way to reduce the risk of developing age-related macular degeneration.Dr. Cooper answers calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Jennifer Neily, registered and licensed dietitian at Cooper Clinic talks diets, counting calories, and eating out We discuss the reports that say the Atkins diet ranks number one when compared to other popular diet plans.   More info on protein - how many grams per pound we need based upon our activity.   Jennifer Neily, a registered and licensed dietitian at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, joins us to provide practical advice that will help us lose weight and improve our health.   How does journaling and self ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Jennifer Neily, registered and licensed dietitian at Cooper Clinic talks diets, counting calories, and eating out We discuss the reports that say the Atkins diet ranks number one when compared to other popular diet plans.   More info on protein - how many grams per pound we need based upon our activity.   Jennifer Neily, a registered and licensed dietitian at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, joins us to provide practical advice that will help us lose weight and improve our health.   How does journaling and self monitoring help with our food and exercise choices? Jennifer talks about co ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Jennifer Neily, a registered and licensed dietitian at Cooper Clinic, joins us to provide practical advice on diet With two out of every three adult Americans overweight it seems just about everyone is trying to shed a few pounds.  The difference between success and failure really comes down to your choices.  Did you know that studies indicate we make more than 200 food decisions every day?   Jennifer Neily, a registered and licensed dietitian at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, joins us to provide practical advice that will help us lose weight and ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Jennifer Neily, a registered and licensed dietitian at Cooper Clinic, joins us to provide practical advice on diet With two out of every three adult Americans overweight it seems just about everyone is trying to shed a few pounds.  The difference between success and failure really comes down to your choices.  Did you know that studies indicate we make more than 200 food decisions every day?   Jennifer Neily, a registered and licensed dietitian at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, joins us to provide practical advice that will help us lose weight and improve our health. Jennifer explains how a cal ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Best of - Joseph Maroon explains why omega-3 fatty acids/fish oil are good anti-inflammatories Americans spend about 20 billion dollars a year trying to reduce inflammation and eliminate pain, but many of the products designed to do that have pretty significant side-effects.  Today we’ll discuss why omega-3 fatty acids, the fat found in fish and fish oil supplements, are some of the safest and most effective anti-inflammatories around. Joseph Maroon, M.D., a neurosurgeon at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and the author of the new book Fish Oil, the Natural An ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Best of - Joseph Hibbeln with NIH talks about omega-3 fatty acids The U.S. Government warns pregnant women to limit seafood consumption to avoid mercury.    However, results from a huge study in England, released  February 16, 2007 show that eating fish is actually extremely beneficial for the unborn child.  The lead author of the study, Dr. Joseph Hibbeln from the National Institutes of Health explains why the results of this study are so important. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; Results from new weight loss study; Sleep helps weight; Metabolic deterioration Three ways to lose weight: eat less, move more, or do a combination of both.  What works best?  Hear results of a new study. Metabolic deterioration sounds dangerous but the good news is it can be prevented with just a modest amount of regular physical activity.  How much is necessary?  Dr. Cooper will tell you. We know that getting more sleep helps adults manage their weight - does the same apply to children? Dr. Cooper answers calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; Results from new weight loss study; Sleep helps weight; Metabolic deterioration Three ways to lose weight: eat less, move more, or do a combination of both.  What works best?  Hear results of a new study. Metabolic deterioration sounds dangerous but the good news is it can be prevented with just a modest amount of regular physical activity.  How much is necessary?  Dr. Cooper will tell you. We know that getting more sleep helps adults manage their weight - does the same apply to children? ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; Physical benefits of blood donation; caffeine pros and cons; listener calls We'll review American Heart Association guidelines to help women prevent heart disease. Is giving blood just a "selfless" act to save the lives of others? A new study shows that it might be beneficial to the donor as well. Caffeine. There's new data regarding the pros and the cons. Dr. Cooper answers calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio; Physical benefits of blood donation; caffeine pros and cons; listener calls We'll review American Heart Association guidelines to help women prevent heart disease. Is giving blood just a "selfless" act to save the lives of others? A new study shows that it might be beneficial to the donor as well. Caffeine. There's new data regarding the pros and the cons. Dr. Cooper answers calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Joseph Hibbeln with NIH discusses how eating fish is beneficial for unborn children; Dr. Hibbeln and Dr. Cooper take calls. The U.S. Government warns pregnant women to limit seafood consumption to avoid mercury.    However, results from a huge study in England, released  February 16, 2007 show that eating fish is actually extremely beneficial for the unborn child.  The lead author of the study, Dr. Joseph Hibbeln from the National Institutes of Health explains why the results of this study are so important.   Dr. Hibbeln and Dr. Cooper answer calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Kenneth Cooper, father of aerobics, reviews the latest research in the scientific journals, and answers listeners calls New research indicates that vitamin D can significantly reduce the risk of two common cancers. Exciting news for post-menopausal women who have had breast cancer - a new study from Greece says you may want to take a nap in order to improve heart health.  We'll explain. We'll also discuss interesterified fats, a new fat alternative.   Dr. Cooper answers calls.   Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Kenneth Cooper, father of aerobics, reviews the latest research in the scientific journals, and answers listeners calls New research indicates that vitamin D can significantly reduce the risk of two common cancers. Exciting news for post-menopausal women who have had breast cancer - a new study from Greece says you may want to take a nap in order to improve heart health.  We'll explain. We'll also discuss interesterified fats, a new fat alternative.   Dr. Cooper answers calls.   Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dental health; links to diseases/conditions; whitening/bleaching; toothbrushes and flossing; Dallas dentist Steve Levy joins us Poor dental health has been linked to heart disease, stroke, osteoporosis, diabetes, infertility, low birth weight babies, and now pancreatic cancer.   We’ll also discuss the difference between whitening and bleaching, what toothbrush to use, why to floss, and if we need to use mouthwash.   Steve Levy, DDS, a practicing dentist in Dallas, joins us to discuss how dental health impacts our overall hea ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dental health; links to diseases/conditions; whitening/bleaching; toothbrushes and flossing; Dallas dentist Steve Levy joins us Poor dental health has been linked to heart disease, stroke, osteoporosis, diabetes, infertility, low birth weight babies, and now pancreatic cancer. We�ll also discuss the difference between whitening and bleaching, what toothbrush to use, why to floss, and if we need to use mouthwash. Steve Levy, DDS, a practicing dentist in Dallas, joins usto discuss how dental health impacts our overall health.   Dr. Levy answers calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Omega-3 fatty acids, the fat found in fish and fish oil supplements, is a safe and effective anti-inflammatory; Dr. Maroon Americans spend about 20 billion dollars a year trying to reduce inflammation and eliminate pain, but many of the products designed to do that have pretty significant side-effects.  Today we�ll discuss why omega-3 fatty acids, the fat found in fish and fish oil supplements, are some of the safest and most effective anti-inflammatories around. Joseph Maroon, M.D., a neurosurgeon at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and the author of the new book Fish Oil, the Natural Anti ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Digestive issues, irritable bowel syndrome, bacterial overgrowth, and diverticulitis; Dr. Abram Eisenstein We discuss all things digestive including irritable bowel syndrome, bacterial overgrowth, and diverticulitis.  Dr. Abram Eisenstein, a clinical profession of medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School and the director of gastroenterology at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, joins us today. Dr. Eisenstein answers calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Digestive issues, irritable bowel syndrome, bacterial overgrowth, and diverticulitis; Dr. Abram Eisenstein We discuss all things digestive including irritable bowel syndrome, bacterial overgrowth, and diverticulitis.  Dr. Abram Eisenstein, a clinical profession of medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School and the director of gastroenterology at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, joins us today.Dr. Eisenstein answers calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Our focus is on the digestive system. Colonoscopy; acid reflux; Barrett’s esophagus; Dr. Abram Eisenstein Today’s focus is on the digestive system.  When should we get our first colonoscopy and which procedure is better – the traditional or virtual colonoscopy? We’ll also talk about the best way to avoid acid reflux, and how to treat it if we get it.  We’ll also answer why Barrett’s esophagus is becoming a more common condition. Dr. Abram Eisenstein, a clinical professor of medicine at The University of Texas Southwestern Medi ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Our focus is on the digestive system. Colonoscopy; acid reflux; Barrett�s esophagus; Dr. Abram Eisenstein Today�s focus is on the digestive system.  When should we get our first colonoscopy and which procedure is better � the traditional or virtual colonoscopy?We�ll also talk about the best way to avoid acid reflux, and how to treat it if we get it.  We�ll also answer why Barrett�s esophagus is becoming a more common condition.Dr. Abram Eisenstein, a clinical professor of medicine at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School and the director of gastroenterology at Cooper Cli ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper reviews the latest health data - omega-3s, prostate health, pregnant women; folic acid for brain power; takes calls Dr. Cooper and program host Todd Whitthorne discuss the latest health data.  Research continues to mount that omega-3 fatty acids may be beneficial for prostate health and for pregnant women. A new study shows folic acid helps boost brain power in the elderly.  And, if you have trouble walking or have pain in your legs, you may be suffering from peripheral artery disease (PAD). Dr. Cooper answers calls Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website January 20, 2007 Hour 2: We discuss how to successfully lose weight and keep it off with Patty Kirk and Dr. Jay Ashmore Losing weight and keeping it off is a major challenge for many.  Patty Kirk, a registered and licensed dietitian and co-director of the Nutrition Department at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, and Jay Ashmore, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist and director of Cooper Weight Loss, join us and offer tips and recommendations on how to lose weight and keep it off. Patty Kirk and Jay Ashmore take calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website January 20, 2007 Hour 2: We discuss how to successfully lose weight and keep it off with Patty Kirk and Dr. Jay Ashmore Losing weight and keeping it off is a major challenge for many.  Patty Kirk, a registered and licensed dietitian and co-director of the Nutrition Department at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, and Jay Ashmore, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist and director of Cooper Weight Loss, join us and offer tips and recommendations on how to lose weight and keep it off. Patty Kirk and Jay Ashmore take calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website January 20, 2007 Hour 1: We discuss how to successfully lose weight with Patty Kirk and Dr. Jay Ashmore. Two out of every three Americans are either overweight or obese.  The number of overweight or obese children has tripled since 1980.  Patty Kirk, a registered and licensed dietitian and co-director of the Nutrition Department at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, and Jay Ashmore, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist and director of Cooper Weight Loss, join us and offer tips and recommendations on how to lose weight and keep it off. Patty Kirk and Jay Ashmore take ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website January 20, 2007 Hour 1: We discuss how to successfully lose weight with Patty Kirk and Dr. Jay Ashmore. Two out of every three Americans are either overweight or obese.  The number of overweight or obese children has tripled since 1980.  Patty Kirk, a registered and licensed dietitian and co-director of the Nutrition Department at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, and Jay Ashmore, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist and director of Cooper Weight Loss, join us and offer tips and recommendations on how to lose weight and keep it off. Patty Kirk and Jay Ashmore take calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website For most Americans, heart disease starts at birth. Dr. Nina Radford, senior cardiologist at Cooper Clinic in Dallas joins us For most Americans, heart disease starts at birth.  A new study indicates that overweight pre-teen girls are 10 times more likely to be overweight as adults and as a result are more likely to suffer from cardiovascular disease. The scientific research is overwhelming in supporting omega-3 fish oil for our hearts, but is there a particular group of people who should avoid omega-3s? Dr. Nina Radford, senior cardiologist at Cooper Clinic in ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website For most Americans, heart disease starts at birth. Dr. Nina Radford, senior cardiologist at Cooper Clinic in Dallas joins us For most Americans, heart disease starts at birth.  A new study indicates that overweight pre-teen girls are 10 times more likely to be overweight as adults and as a result are more likely to suffer from cardiovascular disease. The scientific research is overwhelming in supporting omega-3 fish oil for our hearts, but is there a particular group of people who should avoid omega-3s? Dr. Nina Radford, senior cardiologist at Cooper Clinic in Dallas and the former director of the hypertensi ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Heart disease is our nation’s number one killer. Dr. Nina Radford, senior cardiologist at Cooper Clinic joins us. Heart disease is our nation’s number one killer. According the American Heart Association, an estimated 79,400,000 American adults (1 in 3) have one or more types of cardiovascular disease. Dr. Nina Radford, senior cardiologist at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, joins us to discuss steps we can take to prevent heart disease. Dr. Radford takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Heart disease is our nation�s number one killer. Dr. Nina Radford, senior cardiologist at Cooper Clinic joins us. Heart disease is our nation�s number one killer. According the American Heart Association, an estimated 79,400,000 American adults (1 in 3) have one or more types of cardiovascular disease. Dr. Nina Radford, senior cardiologist at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, joins us to discuss steps we can take to prevent heart disease. Dr. Radford takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website January 6, 2007 Hour 2: REPLAY of December 9, 2006 discussion with Dr. Tony Das a leading cardiologist. When the arteries of the heart get clogged, bad things happen. We'll find out exactly what we can do to keep our ticker ticking for as long as possible. Dr. Tony Das, a leading interventional cardiologist, joins us as we cover a variety of topics including the controversial news regarding drug-eluting stents. Are they safe, or should we go back to the original version? Dr. Cooper and Dr. Das take calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website January 6, 2007 Hour 1: REPLAY of December 9, 2006 discussion of HDL, cholesterol and heart health. Pfizer pharmaceutical company was on the brink of releasing a new medication that would significantly increase HDL, the healthy cholesterol. Suddenly they stopped the research and abandoned the product - we'll discuss what happened. Dr. Cooper shares ways we can increase HDL cholesterol without medication. And, more research confirms that keeping your heart healthy is also a great way to keep your brain healthy. Dr. Cooper ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website December 30, 2006 Hour 2 Dr. Robert Abel discusses eye health. Dr. Robert Abel, a leading ophthalmologist, will discuss a variety of eye topics, including glaucoma, macular degeneration, dry eyes, and cataracts.   Dr. Abel takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website December 30, 2006 Hour 2 Dr. Robert Abel discusses eye health. Dr. Robert Abel, a leading ophthalmologist, will discuss a variety of eye topics, including glaucoma, macular degeneration, dry eyes, and cataracts.   Dr. Abel takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website December 30, 2006 Hour 1: Dr. Robert Abel answers questions about vision health. None of the organs in the body work independently – they all work together and that’s especially true of the eyes.  Today, we welcome back Dr. Robert Abel, a leading ophthalmologist, to answer questions about vision.  We’ll talk about the development of retinal chips that may be the answer for macular degeneration, and a new study on mice that indicates it may be possible to reverse diabetes.   Dr. Abel takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website December 30, 2006 Hour 1: Dr. Robert Abel answers questions about vision health. None of the organs in the body work independently � they all work together and that�s especially true of the eyes.  Today, we welcome back Dr. Robert Abel, a leading ophthalmologist, to answer questions about vision.  We�ll talk about the development of retinal chips that may be the answer for macular degeneration, and a new study on mice that indicates it may be possible to reverse diabetes.   Dr. Abel takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website December 23, 2006 Hour 2: The FDA and the risk of OTC pain killers, and a new study about quitting smoking The FDA is planning to make sure consumers know the potential deadly risks with over the counter (OTC) pain medications.    The risk of Alzheimer’s disease increases with age and detection is often difficult.  We will discuss how you can recognize the early stages of this disease.   Are you resolving to quit smoking? A new study could help reinforce that decision.   ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website December 23, 2006 Hour 2: The FDA and the risk of OTC pain killers, and a new study about quitting smoking The FDA is planning to make sure consumers know the potential deadly risks with over the counter (OTC) pain medications.    The risk of Alzheimer�s disease increases with age and detection is often difficult.  We will discuss how you can recognize the early stages of this disease.   Are you resolving to quit smoking? A new study could help reinforce that decision.   Can olive oil reduce the risk of cancer?   Dr. Cooper takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website December 23, 2006 Hour 1: Hormone Replacement Therapy options,colonoscopies and detection rates Millions of women have stopped taking hormone replacement therapy (HRT), is there ever a situation when a woman should consider HRT or what about alternative options?   Dr. Cooper discusses a resent study concerning colonoscopies and learning the results of the detection rate from your physician.   There is more information as to why you should be taking vitamin D.   ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website December 23, 2006 Hour 1: Hormone Replacement Therapy options,colonoscopies and detection rates Millions of women have stopped taking hormone replacement therapy (HRT), is there ever a situation when a woman should consider HRT or what about alternative options?   Dr. Cooper discusses a resent study concerning colonoscopies and learning the results of the detection rate from your physician.   There is more information as to why you should be taking vitamin D.   Is there a link between a bacteria and obesity?   Dr. Cooper takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website December 16, 2006, Hour 2: Dr. Cooper discusses the relationship between breast cancer and HRT? A huge study presented this week shows breast cancer rates have tumbled since millions of American women stopped taking hormone replacement therapy. Could it be that simple? Questions are raised about the value of mammograms in women younger than 50. A study shows how antioxidants play a big role in preventing age-related macular degeneration. Dr. Cooper and Todd take calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website December 16, 2006, Hour 2: Dr. Cooper discusses the relationship between breast cancer and HRT? A huge study presented this week shows breast cancer rates have tumbled since millions of American women stopped taking hormone replacement therapy. Could it be that simple? Questions are raised about the value of mammograms in women younger than 50. A study shows how antioxidants play a big role in preventing age-related macular degeneration. Dr. Cooper and Todd take calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website December 16, 2006 - Hour 1: Discussion about prostate cancer and folic acid. When it comes to prostate cancer, is it better to treat the disease or wait and see? A finding from a large study published this week indicates one of those options is clearly superior. Folic acid is an important B vitamin, but does it help prevent heart disease? Also, what can you do for less than a minute a day to possibly add six years to your life? Dr. Cooper and Todd take calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website December 16, 2006 - Hour 1: Discussion about prostate cancer and folic acid. When it comes to prostate cancer, is it better to treat the disease or wait and see? A finding from a large study published this week indicates one of those options is clearly superior. Folic acid is an important B vitamin, but does it help prevent heart disease? Also, what can you do for less than a minute a day to possibly add six years to your life? Dr. Cooper and Todd take calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website December 9, 2006, Hour 2: Dr. Cooper discusses raising HDL cholesterol, healthy heart and brain. Pfizer pharmaceutical company was on the brink of releasing a new medication that would significantly increase HDL, the healthy cholesterol.  Suddenly they stopped the research and abandoned the product � we�ll discuss what happened.   Dr. Cooper shares ways we can increase HDL cholesterol without medication.   And, more research confirms that keeping your heart healthy is also a great way to keep your brain healthy.   Dr. Cooper takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website December 9, 2006, Hour 1: When the arteries of the heart get clogged, bad things happen. When the arteries of the heart get clogged, bad things happen.  We�ll find out exactly what we can do to keep our ticker ticking for as long as possible.   Dr. Tony Das, a leading interventional cardiologist, joins us as we cover a variety of topics including the controversial news regarding drug-eluting stents.  Are they safe, or should we go back to the original version?   Dr. Cooper and Dr. Das take calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website December 2, 2006, Hour 2 - Dr. Cooper and Todd Whitthorne review the latest study on back pain; exercise and obesity Dr. Cooper and Todd Whitthorne review the latest study on back pain from the Journal of the American Medical Association, which indicates surgery may not be the best answer to resolving back pain.   Exercise is good for the heart, but it can also significantly reduce our risks for certain types of cancer.   And, more information on why we need to avoid obesity, and how diet and dementia are connected. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website December 2, 2006, Hour 2 - Dr. Cooper and Todd Whitthorne review the latest study on back pain; exercise and obesity Dr. Cooper and Todd Whitthorne review the latest study on back pain from the Journal of the American Medical Association, which indicates surgery may not be the best answer to resolving back pain.   Exercise is good for the heart, but it can also significantly reduce our risks for certain types of cancer.   And, more information on why we need to avoid obesity, and how diet and dementia are connected. ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website December 2, 2006, Hour 1 - Dr. Cooper and Todd Whitthorne discuss cardiovascular disease Dr. Cooper and Todd Whitthorne discuss cardiovascular disease.   We review information that will let you take charge of your heart health including new thoughts regarding cholesterol, and why you may want to consider the risks and rewards of the drug-eluting stents. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website December 2, 2006, Hour 1 - Dr. Cooper and Todd Whitthorne discuss cardiovascular disease Dr. Cooper and Todd Whitthorne discuss cardiovascular disease.   We review information that will let you take charge of your heart health including new thoughts regarding cholesterol, and why you may want to consider the risks and rewards of the drug-eluting stents. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website November 25, 2006, (Replay of November 18, 2006 Hour 1 CAT scan radiation - is it too much) CAT scans are an excellent way to help diagnose disease, but is there a possible danger from too much radiation? If you have carotid artery disease, a new study indicates there's one drug in particular you should take. Low-carb versus low-fat – is one diet better than the other for your heart? Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website November 25, 2006 (Replay of: November 11, 2006, Hour 1: Celiac Disease discussion) If you suffer from fatigue, muscle weakness, recurring bloating and abdominal pain, unexplained anemia, headaches, depression, osteoporosis, or lactose intolerance, you may have celiac disease (CD).  Celiac disease is a digestive disease that damages the small intestine and interferes with absorption of nutrients from food. People who have celiac disease cannot tolerate a protein called gluten, found in wheat, rye, and barley. It impacts one out of every 133 people in ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website CAT scan radiation - is it too much; the right drug to take if you have carotid artery disease; low-carb vs. low-fat CAT scans are an excellent way to help diagnose disease, but is there a possible danger from too much radiation?If you have carotid artery disease, a new study indicates there�s one drug in particular you should take.Low-carb versus low-fat � is one diet better than the other for your heart?Dr. Cooper takes calls Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website CAT scan radiation - is it too much; the right drug to take if you have carotid artery disease; low-carb vs. low-fat CAT scans are an excellent way to help diagnose disease, but is there a possible danger from too much radiation? If you have carotid artery disease, a new study indicates there’s one drug in particular you should take. Low-carb versus low-fat – is one diet better than the other for your heart? Dr. Cooper takes calls Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Walk or do crosswords - which keeps the brain sharper; lower risk of developing AMD; are long distance runs bad for the heart If you want to keep your brain sharp, is it better to walk around the block or do a crossword puzzle?  A new study shows that one of these choices is clearly better.New research offers ways to lower our risk of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the leading cause of blindness in older Americans, by up to 70 percent.Marathon season is in full swing.  We�ll discuss if running long distances could be bad for the heart.Dr. Cooper takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website November 11, 2006, Hour 2: Help yourself and your dog lose weight! Did you know that 40 percent of the dogs in the United States are overweight?  Today we'll discuss a program that helps both humans and dogs lose weight. Dr. Marty Becker, veterinarian and author, is back to explain how our dog can become our personal trainer. Dr. Becker takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website November 11, 2006, Hour 2: Help yourself and your dog lose weight! Did you know that 40 percent of the dogs in the United States are overweight?  Today we'll discuss a program that helps both humans and dogs lose weight.Dr. Marty Becker, veterinarian and author, is back to explain how our dog can become our personal trainer.Dr. Becker takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website November 11, 2006, Hour 1: Celiac Disease discussion. If you suffer from fatigue, muscle weakness, recurring bloating and abdominal pain, unexplained anemia, headaches, depression, osteoporosis, or lactose intolerance, you may have celiac disease (CD).  Celiac disease is a digestive disease that damages the small intestine and interferes with absorption of nutrients from food. People who have celiac disease cannot tolerate a protein called gluten, found in wheat, rye, and barley. It impacts one out of every 133 people in the United States ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website November 4, 2006 Hour 2: Craig Schwimmer, M.D., an ear, nose and throat specialist discusses snoring and sleep issues. Craig Schwimmer, M.D., an ear, nose, and throat specialist and medical director of the Snoring Center of Dallas joins us.; http://snoringcenterofdallas.com Do you suffer from excessive daytime sleepiness?  Do you snore?  Would you like to sleep through the night and wake up feeling rested and energetic?  Dr. Schwimmer discusses these sleep issues, and explains how the Pillar Procedure works (www.pillarprocedur ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website November 4, 2006 Hour 2: Craig Schwimmer, M.D., an ear, nose and throat specialist discusses snoring and sleep issues. Craig Schwimmer, M.D., an ear, nose, and throat specialist and medical director of the Snoring Center of Dallas joins us.; http://snoringcenterofdallas.comDo you suffer from excessive daytime sleepiness?  Do you snore?  Would you like to sleep through the night and wake up feeling rested and energetic?  Dr. Schwimmer discusses these sleep issues, and explains how the Pillar Procedure works (www.pillarprocedure.com) to reduce sleep apnea and snoring. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website November 4, 2006 Hour 1: David Silver, M.D. discusses arthritis, joint pain, chronic fatigue syndrome, and fibromyalgia. Arthritis, joint pain, chronic fatigue syndrome, and fibromyalgia are discussed with David Silver, M.D. Dr. Silver is a rheumatologist, researcher, and author of Playing Through Arthritis: How to Conquer Pain and Enjoy Your Favorite Sports and Activities.  We talk about the latest treatments, pros and cons of certain medications, and how exercise can help these conditions. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website November 4, 2006 Hour 1: David Silver, M.D. discusses arthritis, joint pain, chronic fatigue syndrome, and fibromyalgia. Arthritis, joint pain, chronic fatigue syndrome, and fibromyalgia are discussed with David Silver, M.D. Dr. Silver is a rheumatologist, researcher, and author of Playing Through Arthritis: How to Conquer Pain and Enjoy Your Favorite Sports and Activities.  We talk about the latest treatments, pros and cons of certain medications, and how exercise can help these conditions. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website October 28, 2006 Hour 2: A couple of big studies this week report that CT scans can literally save lives A couple of big studies this week report that CT scans can literally save the lives of smokers and former smokers. We also talk colds.  A new study reports that the common cold may contribute to memory loss in later years.  Also, new research reinforces how exercise can reduce our risk of catching a cold, can help us quit smoking, and recover from heart surgery. Dr. Cooper takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website October 28, 2006 Hour 2: A couple of big studies this week report that CT scans can literally save lives A couple of big studies this week report that CT scans can literally save the lives of smokers and former smokers. We also talk colds.  A new study reports that the common cold may contribute to memory loss in later years.  Also, new research reinforces how exercise can reduce our risk of catching a cold, can help us quit smoking, and recover from heart surgery. Dr. Cooper takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website October 28, 2006 Hour 1: A new study indicates that what we have for dinner can help make our brain five years younger A new study indicates that what we have for dinner can help make our brain five years younger. The evidence is substantial that the benefits of eating fish far out weight the risks.  There are some fish that aren’t as safe as others – we’ll tell you which ones. Our risk of stroke increases if our carotid arteries become blocked.  A study published this week reports that one way of treating this condition is much better than th ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website October 28, 2006 Hour 1: A new study indicates that what we have for dinner can help make our brain five years younger A new study indicates that what we have for dinner can help make our brain five years younger. The evidence is substantial that the benefits of eating fish far out weight the risks.  There are some fish that aren�t as safe as others � we�ll tell you which ones. Our risk of stroke increases if our carotid arteries become blocked.  A study published this week reports that one way of treating this condition is much better than the other approach. Dr. Cooper takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website October 21, 2006 Hour 2: Dr. Cooper and Todd Whitthorne discuss the latest guidelines for cholesterol. Dr. Cooper and Todd Whitthorne discuss the latest guidelines for cholesterol.  Dr. Cooper shares his thoughts regarding a new paper in the Annals of Internal Medicine.   We’ll also review how statin medications used to lower cholesterol may increase life span by about two years.   Smoking is increasingly out of favor. The French have banned smoking in public areas.   ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website October 21, 2006 Hour 2: Dr. Cooper and Todd Whitthorne discuss the latest guidelines for cholesterol. Dr. Cooper and Todd Whitthorne discuss the latest guidelines for cholesterol.  Dr. Cooper shares his thoughts regarding a new paper in the Annals of Internal Medicine. We�ll also review how statin medications used to lower cholesterol may increase life span by about two years. Smoking is increasingly out of favor. The French have banned smoking in public areas. We�ll also discuss how eating a Mediterranean diet, which is really not a diet at all, may reduce your risk of ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website October 21, 2006 Hour 1: Dr. Cooper and Todd Whitthorne discuss what we do in midlife that impacts our old age. Dr. Cooper and Todd Whitthorne discuss the latest health and fitness news.   A new study shows that what we do in midlife has a huge impact on what we’ll be able to do in old age.   Diabetes dramatically increases risk of heart disease and stroke.  Research from Japan indicates diabetes also increases our risk for cancer.    We also discuss sleep depri ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website October 21, 2006 Hour 1: Dr. Cooper and Todd Whitthorne discuss what we do in midlife that impacts our old age. Dr. Cooper and Todd Whitthorne discuss the latest health and fitness news. A new study shows that what we do in midlife has a huge impact on what we�ll be able to do in old age. Diabetes dramatically increases risk of heart disease and stroke.  Research from Japan indicates diabetes also increases our risk for cancer.   We also discuss sleep deprivation and why a lack of sleep does more than just make us tired. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website October 14, 2006 Hour 2: Lara Hassan, registered dietitian and diabetes educator dicusses diets We discuss the differences in fresh and frozen fruits and vegetables, and if there's different nutritional value when fruits and vegetables are raw, cooked, canned, boiled, steamed, frozen, or microwaved. Supplements, fortified foods, and calcium-rich foods all provide calcium.  Is one method better than others for ensuring absorption? We also provide tips and tricks for counting calories, maintaining a food diary, and deciphering restaurant meal options. Lara Hassan, registered dieti ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website October 14, 2006 Hour 2: Lara Hassan, registered dietitian and diabetes educator dicusses diets We discuss the differences in fresh and frozen fruits and vegetables, and if there's different nutritional value when fruits and vegetables are raw, cooked, canned, boiled, steamed, frozen, or microwaved. Supplements, fortified foods, and calcium-rich foods all provide calcium.  Is one method better than others for ensuring absorption? We also provide tips and tricks for counting calories, maintaining a food diary, and deciphering resta ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website October 14, 2006 Hour 1: Dr. Bruce Holub professor from the University of Guelph in Canada discusses Omega 3 fatty acids The average American diet contains lots of fat � too many unhealthy trans fats, and not enough healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Bruce Holub, Ph.D., a professor from the University of Guelph in Canada, joins us to discuss omega-3 fatty acids.  Dr. Holub is internationally recognized for his knowledge in nutrition and omega-3 fatty acids. Dr. Holub answers calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website October 14, 2006 Hour 1: Dr. Bruce Holub professor from the University of Guelph in Canada discusses Omega 3 fatty acids The average American diet contains lots of fat – too many unhealthy trans fats, and not enough healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Bruce Holub, Ph.D., a professor from the University of Guelph in Canada, joins us to discuss omega-3 fatty acids.  Dr. Holub is internationally recognized for his knowledge in nutrition and omega-3 fatty acids. Dr. Holub answers calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website October 7, 2006: Hour 2, Replay with Dr. Barry Franklin discussing heart health Our special guest is one of the leading cardiovascular experts in the world, Barry A. Franklin, Ph.D.   Dr. Franklin is Director of Cardiac Rehabilitation and Exercise Laboratories at William Beaumont Hospital in Michigan. He holds adjunct faculty appointments as clinical professor of exercise science at Oakland University; professor of physiology at Wayne State University School of Medicine; and clinical professor, Department of Family Medicine, a ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website October 7, 2006: Hour 1 - Replay with Dr. Barry Franklin discussing heart health. Our special guest is one of the leading cardiovascular experts in the world, Barry A. Franklin, Ph.D.   We discuss the advantage of vigorous versus moderate exercise, and if you are habitually sedentary, you may want to think twice before going deer hunting. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website September 30, 2006, Hour 2: Breast cancer can be devastating, but it�s not a death sentence The diagnosis of breast cancer can be devastating, but it's important to remember that it's not a death sentence. Gail Lebovic, M.D., F.A.C.S., director of women's services at Cooper Clinic, reviews the latest news in cancer.  A surgeon and oncologist, Dr. Lebovic's areas of special medical interest include diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer, cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the breast, and management of congenital breast deformities.  Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website September 30, 2006, Hour 2: Breast cancer can be devastating, but it’s not a death sentence The diagnosis of breast cancer can be devastating, but it's important to remember that it's not a death sentence. Gail Lebovic, M.D., F.A.C.S., director of women's services at Cooper Clinic, reviews the latest news in cancer.  A surgeon and oncologist, Dr. Lebovic's areas of special medical interest include diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer, cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the breast, and management of congenital breast deformities.  ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website September 30, 2006; Hour 1: The earlier you can detect cancer, the better your odds are of survival Regardless of the type of cancer, the earlier you can detect it, the better your odds are of survival.  We'll discuss the specifics of cancer risk assessment and prevention, and give you the information needed to lower your risk. Gail Lebovic, M.D., F.A.C.S., director of women's services at Cooper Clinic, discusses cancer. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website September 30, 2006; Hour 1: The earlier you can detect cancer, the better your odds are of survival Regardless of the type of cancer, the earlier you can detect it, the better your odds are of survival.  We'll discuss the specifics of cancer risk assessment and prevention, and give you the information needed to lower your risk. Gail Lebovic, M.D., F.A.C.S., director of women's services at Cooper Clinic, discusses cancer. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website September 23, 2006 Hour 2: 5 Ways To Eat Better & Live Longer We review five ways to eat better and live longer. Dr. Cooper reviews the latest studies in the news -- why trans fats should be avoided; the importance of vitamin D; and why omega-3 fatty acids in conjunction with exercise may help with weight loss. There may be a way to eliminate chronic heart burn or acid reflux, which increase the chance of esophageal cancer, without taking medications. Dr. Cooper takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website September 23, 2006 Hour 2: 5 Ways To Eat Better & Live Longer We review five ways to eat better and live longer. Dr. Cooper reviews the latest studies in the news -- why trans fats should be avoided; the importance of vitamin D; and why omega-3 fatty acids in conjunction with exercise may help with weight loss. There may be a way to eliminate chronic heart burn or acid reflux, which increase the chance of esophageal cancer, without taking medications. Dr. Cooper takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website September 23, 2006 Hour 1: Does Genetics or Lifestyle better predict the future? The average life expectancy in the United States is 77.9 years.  According to a new study, where you live can make a huge difference.  Find out about the "best" and "worst" places to live in terms of health and longevity.  We"ll also discuss whether genetics or lifestyle better predict the future. Dr. Cooper takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website September 23, 2006 Hour 1: Does Genetics or Lifestyle better predict the future? The average life expectancy in the United States is 77.9 years.  According to a new study, where you live can make a huge difference.  Find out about the "best" and "worst" places to live in terms of health and longevity.  We"ll also discuss whether genetics or lifestyle better predict the future. Dr. Cooper takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website September 16, 2006 Hour Two - REPLAY of September 2, 2006 Hour #1 Replay of our show from September 2, 2006; There are five misconceptions about heart disease. Learn what they are. We know that aspirin can help curb heart attacks, especially in men, but can it also reduce the risk of colon cancer? Is there a correlation between your blood pressure and the number of hours you work? Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website September 16, 2006 Hour One - REPLAY of August 26, 2006 Hour #2 Replay of our show from August 26, 2006, our special guests were: Dr. Tedd Mitchell and Dr. Janet Tornelli-Mitchell and they cover six topics that can substantially increase length of life and quality of life. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website September 9, 2006, Hour Two: Dr. Barry Franklin discusses the advantage of vigorous versus moderate exercise. Our special guest is one of the leading cardiovascular experts in the world, Barry A. Franklin, Ph.D.    Dr. Franklin is Director of Cardiac Rehabilitation and Exercise Laboratories at William Beaumont Hospital in Michigan.  He holds adjunct faculty appointments as clinical professor of exercise science at Oakland University; professor of physiology at Wayne State University School of Medicine; and clinical professor, Department of Family Medicine, at the University of Michi ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website September 9, 2006 Hour One: Special guest Dr. Barry A. Franklin discusses cardiovascular issues. Our special guest is one of the leading cardiovascular experts in the world, Barry A. Franklin, Ph.D.    Dr. Franklin is Director of Cardiac Rehabilitation and Exercise Laboratories at William Beaumont Hospital in Michigan.  He holds adjunct faculty appointments as clinical professor of exercise science at Oakland University; professor of physiology at Wayne State University School of Medicine; and clinical professor, Department of Family Medicine, at the University of Michi ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website September 2, 2006 Hour Two: Obesity & Ovarian Cancer, Lipitor, & Omega-3 �        We will discuss the two (2) new studies that add more evidence that controlling         your weight definitely influences how long you will live and how obesity impacts         ovarian cancer. �        Does Lipitor reduce the risk of a second stroke? �        How do Omega-3 fatty acids help more than just ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website September 2, 2006 Hour Two: Obesity & Ovarian Cancer, Lipitor, & Omega-3 ·        We will discuss the two (2) new studies that add more evidence that controlling         your weight definitely influences how long you will live and how obesity impacts         ovarian cancer. ·        Does Lipitor reduce the risk of a second stroke? ·  ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website September 2, 2006 Hour 1: Heart Disease, high blood pressure and work ��        There are five (5) misconceptions about heart disease, what are they? ��        We know that aspirin can help curb heart attacks, especially in men, but can it also reduce the risk of colon cancer? ��        Is there a correlation between your blood pressure and the number of hours you work? ��        Dr. Cooper takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website August 26, 2006 Hour Two: Discussions & calls about HRT, Serotonin syndrome and how we should prepare for flu season. Dr. Tedd Mitchell and Dr. Janet Tornelli-Mitchell discuss an often overlooked condition of headache sufferers, called serotonin syndrome. We�ll also discuss flu season and how we should prepare ourselves. Finally, we�ll review the latest information on hormone replacement therapy. Dr. Mitchell and Dr. Tornelli-Mitchell answer calls Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website August 26, 2006 Hour One: six topics that can substantially increase length and quality of life. Dr. Tedd Mitchell and Dr. Janet Tornelli-Mitchell cover six topics that can substantially increase length of life and quality of life. Dr. Mitchell and Dr. Tornelli-Mitchell answer calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website August 26, 2006 Hour One: six topics that can substantially increase length and quality of life. Dr. Tedd Mitchell and Dr. Janet Tornelli-Mitchell cover six topics that can substantially increase length of life and quality of life. Dr. Mitchell and Dr. Tornelli-Mitchell answer calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website August 19, 2006 Hour Two: How does type 2 diabetes have the potential to bankrupt our country? Dr. Michael Willcutts, a pediatric endocrinologist from Cook Children’s Medical Center in Fort Worth, Texas joins us today to discuss how type 2 diabetes has the potential to bankrupt our country. Dr. Willcutts takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website August 19, 2006 Hour Two: How does type 2 diabetes have the potential to bankrupt our country? Dr. Michael Willcutts, a pediatric endocrinologist from Cook Children�s Medical Center in Fort Worth, Texas joins us today to discuss how type 2 diabetes has the potential to bankrupt our country. Dr. Willcutts takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website August 19, 2006 Hour One: Can corporate America continue to pay for employees who fail to take responsibility for their health? Can corporate America continue to pay for employees who fail to take responsibility for their health?  And, do corporate wellness programs really work?  Andrew Sykes, president of Dallas-based Health At Work, and Susan Wetzel, an attorney specializing in health benefits, join us today to talk about the business of health. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website August 19, 2006 Hour One: Can corporate America continue to pay for employees who fail to take responsibility for their health? Can corporate America continue to pay for employees who fail to take responsibility for their health?  And, do corporate wellness programs really work?  Andrew Sykes, president of Dallas-based Health At Work, and Susan Wetzel, an attorney specializing in health benefits, join us today to talk about the business of health. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website 8/12/06 Hour Two: Fibromyalgia, depression, exercise and womens health. 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. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website 8/12/06 Hour Two: Fibromyalgia, depression, exercise and womens health. 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. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website 8/12/06 Hour One: When it comes to health and fitness, what are the differences between men and women? 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. ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website 8/12/06 Hour One: When it comes to health and fitness, what are the differences between men and women? 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. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website August 5, 2006, Hour Two: Dr. Robert Abel discusses eyesight, cataracts, and age related macular degeneration 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. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website August 5, 2006, Hour Two: Dr. Robert Abel discusses eyesight, cataracts, and age related macular degeneration 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. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website August 5, 2006 Hour One, Eye Health Discussed with Dr. Robert Abel 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 ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website August 5, 2006 Hour One, Eye Health Discussed with Dr. Robert Abel 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 ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website July 29, 2006 Hour Two: High blood pressure, pulse pressure and the risk of heart attacks. 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. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website July 29, 2006 Hour Two: High blood pressure, pulse pressure and the risk of heart attacks. 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. ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website July 29, 2006 - Hour One: Obesity and why weight-loss surgery might not be the easy answer. 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. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website July 29, 2006 - Hour One: Obesity and why weight-loss surgery might not be the easy answer. 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. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website July 22, 2006 Hour 2 - We’re going to learn about the “Science of Change.? What do the experts know? 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 pr ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website July 22, 2006 Hour 2 - We�re going to learn about the �Science of Change.�? What do the experts know? 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 ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website July 22, 2006 Hour 1 - Have we made physical activity become a punishment for children instead of fun? 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. You�??re going to learn just how important physical education really is, for both bod ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website July 22, 2006 Hour 1 - Have we made physical activity become a punishment for children instead of fun? 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 im ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Cooper Life, living well, high blood pressure medication and pancreatic cancer 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. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Cooper Life, living well, high blood pressure medication and pancreatic cancer 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 ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Age-related macular degeneration, breast-feeding and shingles 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, h ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website 7-8-06 HOUR 2 IS IT POSSIBLE TO BE STRESSED TO DEATH? WE DISCUSS ACUTE AND CHRONIC STRESS Ken Lay of Enron fame suffered a fatal heart attack this week, which raises the question, �Is it possible to be �stressed to death�?�?  Today we�ll discuss the difference between acute and chronic stress, and what you can do to protect yourself. We�ll discuss all sorts of news regarding B vitamins and homocysteine. And, yet more news reinforcing the dangers of teenage drinking. Dr. Cooper takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website 7-8-06 HOUR 2 IS IT POSSIBLE TO BE STRESSED TO DEATH? WE DISCUSS ACUTE AND CHRONIC STRESS Ken Lay of Enron fame suffered a fatal heart attack this week, which raises the question, “Is it possible to be ’stressed to death’??  Today we’ll discuss the difference between acute and chronic stress, and what you can do to protect yourself. We’ll discuss all sorts of news regarding B vitamins and homocysteine. And, yet more news reinforcing the dangers of teenage drinking. Dr. Cooper takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website 7-8-06 HOUR 1 TYLENOL IS AN EFFECTIVE PAIN RELIEVER, IS IT DANGEROUS? Tylenol is an effective pain reliever, which is why millions of Americans take it every year.  A new study indicates there may be risk of a very dangerous side effect. Are you trying to become an ex-smoker?  If so, a new medication might be the answer you�ve been looking for. Dr. Cooper takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website 7-8-06 HOUR 1 TYLENOL IS AN EFFECTIVE PAIN RELIEVER, IS IT DANGEROUS? Tylenol is an effective pain reliever, which is why millions of Americans take it every year.  A new study indicates there may be risk of a very dangerous side effect. Are you trying to become an ex-smoker?  If so, a new medication might be the answer you’ve been looking for. Dr. Cooper takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Nina Radford discusses heart disease - the leading cause of death in women Dr. Nina Radford, head of cardiology at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, discusses a new study that indicates only about half of American women realize heart disease is the leading cause of death in women. Dr. Radford takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Nina Radford discusses heart disease - the leading cause of death in women Dr. Nina Radford, head of cardiology at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, discusses a new study that indicates only about half of American women realize heart disease is the leading cause of death in women. Dr. Radford takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Nina Radford discusses heart disease differences in men and woman; why weight around the middle is a concern Dr. Nina Radford, head of cardiology at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, discusses heart disease differences in men and woman and how to take charge of your heart health.   We discuss why extra weight around the stomach in menopausal or post-menopausal women is a concern. Dr. Radford takes calls Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Nina Radford discusses heart disease differences in men and woman; why weight around the middle is a concern Dr. Nina Radford, head of cardiology at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, discusses heart disease differences in men and woman and how to take charge of your heart health.   We discuss why extra weight around the stomach in menopausal or post-menopausal women is a concern. Dr. Radford takes calls Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Depression and children in the US; Your ABI, is a predicor of heart disease The rate of depression in the United States is soaring, and children in this country are not immune.  There is a new study from Israel that offers hope. A new study shows how the ankle brachial index (ABI) can be a great predictor of your risk of both heart attack and stroke. Additional evidence shows keeping children away from cigarette smoke is one of the best things you can do. Important information for people who suffer from migraine headaches. Dr. Cooper takes calls.   Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Depression and children in the US; Your ABI, is a predicor of heart disease The rate of depression in the United States is soaring, and children in this country are not immune.  There is a new study from Israel that offers hope. A new study shows how the ankle brachial index (ABI) can be a great predictor of your risk of both heart attack and stroke. Additional evidence shows keeping children away from cigarette smoke is one of the best things you can do. Important information for people who s ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Statin drugs, lower cholesterol and other beneficial side effects, also new study from Denmark about pain relievers A new study from Denmark shows what pain relievers you need to avoid if you have had a heart attack. Are you are taking a statin drug to lower your cholesterol there is a beneficial side effect you probably are not aware of. Dr. Cooper takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Statin drugs, lower cholesterol and other beneficial side effects, also new study from Denmark about pain relievers A new study from Denmark shows what pain relievers you need to avoid if you have had a heart attack. Are you are taking a statin drug to lower your cholesterol there is a beneficial side effect you probably are not aware of. Dr. Cooper takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio discussing diabetes and why your weight at age 18 will determine your risk of developing diabetes The rate of diabetes continues to climb, mostly because of unhealthy lifestyles.  Today we�ll discuss why your weight at age 18 will determine your risk of developing diabetes, and why treating the early symptoms aggressively could save your life.   Dr. Cooper takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio discussing diabetes and why your weight at age 18 will determine your risk of developing diabetes The rate of diabetes continues to climb, mostly because of unhealthy lifestyles.  Today we’ll discuss why your weight at age 18 will determine your risk of developing diabetes, and why treating the early symptoms aggressively could save your life.   Dr. Cooper takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio discusses the dangers of trans fats Another major fast-food chain gets hit with a lawsuit regarding the dangers of trans fats.  Is too much fuss being made over this man-made substance?  Hear what Dr. Cooper has to say.   Dr. Cooper takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio discusses the dangers of trans fats Another major fast-food chain gets hit with a lawsuit regarding the dangers of trans fats.  Is too much fuss being made over this man-made substance?  Hear what Dr. Cooper has to say.   Dr. Cooper takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Is it safe to eat fish while pregnant? Is it safe to eat fish at all? We discuss new study. You probably saw the headlines this week about Consumer Reports advising pregnant women to not just limit their consumption of tuna, but to avoid it altogether.  Why?  Because of the potentially high levels of mercury that could cause damage to the fetus. We’ll talk to one of the experts from Consumer Reports who also happens to be a member of the FDA Food Advisory Committee.  You’ll learn which fish are safe and which ones you may want to ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Is it safe to eat fish while pregnant? Is it safe to eat fish at all? We discuss new study. You probably saw the headlines this week about Consumer Reports advising pregnant women to not just limit their consumption of tuna, but to avoid it altogether.  Why?  Because of the potentially high levels of mercury that could cause damage to the fetus. We�ll talk to one of the experts from Consumer Reports who also happens to be a member of the FDA Food Advisory Committee.  You�ll learn which fish are safe and which ones you may want to avoid. Also today, Dr. Walter Willet ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Jim Hill, from the University of Colorado, is the co-founder of The National Weight Control Registry answers questions How would you like to lose some weight and more importantly, keep it off?  That’s probably a pretty dumb question since millions of Americans seem to constantly wrestle with the battle of the bulge.  Today we welcome back one of the country’s leading authorities on weight loss, Dr. Jim Hill, from the University of Colorado. He is the co-founder of The National Weight Control Registry and also the co-founder of the America On the Move program.  He answers ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Jim Hill, from the University of Colorado, is the co-founder of The National Weight Control Registry answers questions How would you like to lose some weight and more importantly, keep it off?  That�s probably a pretty dumb question since millions of Americans seem to constantly wrestle with the battle of the bulge.  Today we welcome back one of the country�s leading authorities on weight loss, Dr. Jim Hill, from the University of Colorado. He is the co-founder of The National Weight Control Registry and also the co-founder of the America On the Move program.  He answers callers� questions an ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website American health going south; many people unaware they have diabetes; moderate alcohol good except for one group Reposted from previous week. The United States may be the greatest country in the world, but it's becoming more and more evident that it's certainly not the most healthy.  New data indicates the health of most Americans is headed in the wrong direction. The rate of diabetes is growing at an incredible rate and there are people listening right now that have it, and donâ??t even know it.  But new information indicates that the ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website American health going south; many people unaware they have diabetes; moderate alcohol good except for one group Reposted from previous week. The United States may be the greatest country in the world, but it's becoming more and more evident that it's certainly not the most healthy.  New data indicates the health of most Americans is headed in the wrong direction. The rate of diabetes is growing at an incredible rate and there are people listening right now that have it, and don�??t even know it.  But new information indicates that the way doctors have traditionally diagnosed diabetes ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website From a genetic standpoint, do we get heart disease from mom or dad?; stroke research; S Africa experiment Reposted from previous week. From a genetic perspective, is it your mom or your dad that is most likely to pass along heart disease?  A new study offers some interesting insights. We hear plenty of information about how to prevent a heart attack, today, results of the latest research on how to prevent a stroke, and I'll give you a little hint, there's a particular area of the grocery store where we should be spending more time. ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website From a genetic standpoint, do we get heart disease from mom or dad?; stroke research; S Africa experiment Reposted from previous week. From a genetic perspective, is it your mom or your dad that is most likely to pass along heart disease?  A new study offers some interesting insights. We hear plenty of information about how to prevent a heart attack, today, results of the latest research on how to prevent a stroke, and I'll give you a little hint, there's a particular area of the grocery store where we should be spending more time. And a fascinating experiment in South Africa suggests how ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website From a genetic standpoint, do we get heart disease from mom or dad?; stroke research; S Africa experiment From a genetic perspective, is it your mom or your dad that is most likely to pass along heart disease?  A new study offers some interesting insights. We hear plenty of information about how to prevent a heart attack, today, results of the latest research on how to prevent a stroke, and I'll give you a little hint, there's a particular area of the grocery store where we should be spending more time. And a fascinating experiment in South ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website From a genetic standpoint, do we get heart disease from mom or dad?; stroke research; S Africa experiment From a genetic perspective, is it your mom or your dad that is most likely to pass along heart disease?  A new study offers some interesting insights.We hear plenty of information about how to prevent a heart attack, today, results of the latest research on how to prevent a stroke, and I'll give you a little hint, there's a particular area of the grocery store where we should be spending more time.And a fascinating experiment in South Africa suggests how we might improve our kid's conc ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website American health going south; many people unaware they have diabetes; moderate alcohol good except for one group The United States may be the greatest country in the world, but it's becoming more and more evident that it's certainly not the most healthy.  New data indicates the health of most Americans is headed in the wrong direction. The rate of diabetes is growing at an incredible rate and there are people listening right now that have it, and don’t even know it.  But new information indicates that the way doctors have traditionally diagnosed diabet ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website American health going south; many people unaware they have diabetes; moderate alcohol good except for one group The United States may be the greatest country in the world, but it's becoming more and more evident that it's certainly not the most healthy.  New data indicates the health of most Americans is headed in the wrong direction.The rate of diabetes is growing at an incredible rate and there are people listening right now that have it, and donât even know it.  But new information indicates that the way doctors have traditionally diagnosed diabetes may not be the most accurate.And ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website New studies indicate how to lower breast cancer risk; why we may need more vitamin D; weight may be influenced by sleep Two studies this week offer insight as to how women can lower their risk for breast cancer.  Are you getting enough vitamin D?  It's more important than you might think. Do you know that your weight may be influenced by how much sleep you get at night? Dr. Cooper takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Joseph Maroon leading neurosurgeon from the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center discusses Omega-3 and back pain 5/20/06 - Hour 2 Dr. Joseph Maroon a leading neurosurgeon from the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, and the team neurosurgeon for the 2006 NFL World Champions Pittsburgh Steelers is the author of a recent published study that shows how omega-3 fatty acids can help low back and neck pain.  Dr. Maroon takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Joseph Maroon leading neurosurgeon from the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center discusses Omega-3 and back pain 5/20/06 - Hour 2 Dr. Joseph Maroon a leading neurosurgeon from the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, and the team neurosurgeon for the 2006 NFL World Champions Pittsburgh Steelers is the author of a recent published study that shows how omega-3 fatty acids can help low back and neck pain.  Dr. Maroon takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Nutrition, diets, diabetes, "low-carb" and healthy eating choices are discussed with Lara Hassan. 5/20/06 Hour 1  Lara Hassan, M.S., R.D., L.D., C.D.E., a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator with Cooper Clinic Nutrition Department, discusses nutrition, diabetes, the �??low-carb�?? craze and the three biggest mistakes we make when it comes to eating.  Also in this hour, we discuss the glycemic index and glycemic load.  Lara Hassan takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Nutrition, diets, diabetes, "low-carb" and healthy eating choices are discussed with Lara Hassan. 5/20/06 Hour 1  Lara Hassan, M.S., R.D., L.D., C.D.E., a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator with Cooper Clinic Nutrition Department, discusses nutrition, diabetes, the â??low-carbâ?? craze and the three biggest mistakes we make when it comes to eating.  Also in this hour, we discuss the glycemic index and glycemic load.  Lara Hassan takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Nina Radford M.D. discusses heart disease.  May 13, 2006 Hour Two  Dr. Nina Radford, head of cardiology at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, discusses heart disease differences in men and woman and how to take charge of your heart health.  We discuss why extra weight around the stomach in menopausal or post-menopausal women is a concern.   Dr. Radford takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Nina Radford M.D. discusses heart disease.  May 13, 2006 Hour Two  Dr. Nina Radford, head of cardiology at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, discusses heart disease differences in men and woman and how to take charge of your heart health.  We discuss why extra weight around the stomach in menopausal or post-menopausal women is a concern.   Dr. Radford takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Nina Radford M.D. discusses women heart health. May 13, 2006 Hour One   Dr. Nina Radford, head of cardiology at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, discusses a new study that indicates only about half of American women realize heart disease is the leading cause of death in women.    Dr. Radford takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Nina Radford M.D. discusses women heart health. May 13, 2006 Hour One   Dr. Nina Radford, head of cardiology at Cooper Clinic in Dallas, discusses a new study that indicates only about half of American women realize heart disease is the leading cause of death in women.    Dr. Radford takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website May 6, 2006 HOUR TWO: Dr. DAVID MCCARREN DISCUSSES CHILDREN AND OSBESITY We discuss obesity problems in young people today.  Our guest for this hour is, Dr. David McCarren, professor of nutrition at U.C. Davis in California and the Executive Director of Shaping Americas Youth.  We discuss what is keeping Americans from making the right choices about food, portion sizes, exercise and obesity.    Dr. McCarren takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website May 6, 2006 HOUR TWO: Dr. DAVID MCCARREN DISCUSSES CHILDREN AND OSBESITY We discuss obesity problems in young people today.  Our guest for this hour is, Dr. David McCarren, professor of nutrition at U.C. Davis in California and the Executive Director of Shaping Americas Youth.  We discuss what is keeping Americans from making the right choices about food, portion sizes, exercise and obesity.    Dr. McCarren takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website 5-06-06 HOUR ONE: DR. ROBERT ABEL DISCUSSES MACULAR DEGENERATION AND HEALTHY EYES Today we discuss the latest information as to what it takes to keep your eyes healthy with Dr. Robert Abel.  Dr. Abel is the author of Eye Care Revolution and one of the countries leading ophthalmologists.  We discuss dry eyes, macular degeneration, proper supplements and the latest treatments to help maintain proper vision.    Dr. Abel takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website 5-06-06 HOUR ONE: DR. ROBERT ABEL DISCUSSES MACULAR DEGENERATION AND HEALTHY EYES Today we discuss the latest information as to what it takes to keep your eyes healthy with Dr. Robert Abel.  Dr. Abel is the author of Eye Care Revolution and one of the countries leading ophthalmologists.  We discuss dry eyes, macular degeneration, proper supplements and the latest treatments to help maintain proper vision.    Dr. Abel takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper discusses heart disease, back pain and mercury in fillings. We discuss a study that indicates for most people there is no need to worry about having a second cup of coffee, at least when it comes to heart disease.    We also discuss answers to problem back pain and if silver fillings contain mercury.   No phone calls taken. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper discusses heart disease, back pain and mercury in fillings. We discuss a study that indicates for most people there is no need to worry about having a second cup of coffee, at least when it comes to heart disease.    We also discuss answers to problem back pain and if silver fillings contain mercury.   No phone calls taken. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper discusses osteoporosis and the potential side effects of the drug Fosamax. We discuss osteoporosis, which will ultimately impact one out of every two women and one out of five men in America.  Find out what you can do to improve the health of your bones.  A separate study raises a red flag about a potential side effect of the drug Fosamax, which millions of women are taking to help prevent or treat osteoporosis.    What about generic drugs?  Are they something the Dr. Cooper recommends?    No phone calls taken. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper discusses osteoporosis and the potential side effects of the drug Fosamax. We discuss osteoporosis, which will ultimately impact one out of every two women and one out of five men in America.  Find out what you can do to improve the health of your bones.  A separate study raises a red flag about a potential side effect of the drug Fosamax, which millions of women are taking to help prevent or treat osteoporosis.    What about generic drugs?  Are they something the Dr. Cooper recommends?&nbs ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio. Heart health, cholesterol lowering products; estrogen & breast cancer risk. When it comes to heart health what is more important, total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, or HDL cholesterol?     What about Benecol and Take Control, two margarine-like spreads claiming to lower cholesterol?  New data indicates one is better than the other, especially in the long run.    If you have had a hysterectomy, you probably know estrogen therapy increases your risk of stroke. But, do you know how it affects the risk of breast cancer?   Dr. Coope ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio. Heart health, cholesterol lowering products; estrogen & breast cancer risk. When it comes to heart health what is more important, total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, or HDL cholesterol?     What about Benecol and Take Control, two margarine-like spreads claiming to lower cholesterol?  New data indicates one is better than the other, especially in the long run.    If you have had a hysterectomy, you probably know estrogen therapy increases your risk of st ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio, breast cancer updates; migrane information. There is important news for women who are at an increased risk for breast cancer.  A drug used primarily to treat osteoporosis turns out to be as effective as Tamoxifen, but with fewer side effects.    If you suffer from migraine headaches, the odds are you are a pre-menopausal female and the crippling pain is associated with your monthly cycle.  Today we�ll discuss a new study that offers suggestions for treatment and prevention of migraines.  Also a drug used to ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper in studio, breast cancer updates; migrane information. There is important news for women who are at an increased risk for breast cancer.  A drug used primarily to treat osteoporosis turns out to be as effective as Tamoxifen, but with fewer side effects.    If you suffer from migraine headaches, the odds are you are a pre-menopausal female and the crippling pain is associated with your monthly cycle.  Today we’ll discuss a new study that offers suggestions for treatment and ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Pat Fulgham of Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas talks about prostate cancer, PSA's and E.D. Hour 2 Dr. Pat Fulgham, one of the country�s top urologists and the Director of Surgical Oncology at Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas, gives us the latest information regarding prostate cancer, including updates about PSAs and how lifestyle can make a big difference in prevention and treatment of prostate cancer. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Pat Fulgham of Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas talks about prostate cancer, PSA's and E.D. Hour 2 Dr. Pat Fulgham, one of the country’s top urologists and the Director of Surgical Oncology at Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas, gives us the latest information regarding prostate cancer, including updates about PSAs and how lifestyle can make a big difference in prevention and treatment of prostate cancer. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Cooper Wellness Program ED Connie Tyne talks about impact of lack of sleep on overall quality of life. Hour 1: Connie Tyne, the executive director of Cooper Wellness Program, joins us today to talk about how lack of sleep impacts our overall quality of life.  Lack of sleep can contribute to high blood pressure, auto accidents, moodiness, reduced productivity at work, a less than adequate sex life, and weight gain. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Cooper Wellness Program ED Connie Tyne talks about impact of lack of sleep on overall quality of life. Hour 1: Connie Tyne, the executive director of Cooper Wellness Program, joins us today to talk about how lack of sleep impacts our overall quality of life.  Lack of sleep can contribute to high blood pressure, auto accidents, moodiness, reduced productivity at work, a less than adequate sex life, and weight gain. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Federal Government obesity numbers; ADHD - 3 ways to improve the condition without drugs The Federal Government has just released the new obesity numbers and the news is not good.  It�s estimated that over a quarter of a million kids can�t even fit into their car seats.  We discuss the report, and what the numbers mean.   Also, there�s controversy surrounding the medications used for treating ADHD.  We discuss three ways you can improve the condition without drugs.   Dr. Cooper takes calls.   Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Federal Government obesity numbers; ADHD - 3 ways to improve the condition without drugs The Federal Government has just released the new obesity numbers and the news is not good.  It’s estimated that over a quarter of a million kids can’t even fit into their car seats.  We discuss the report, and what the numbers mean.   Also, there’s controversy surrounding the medications used for treating ADHD.  We discuss three ways you can improve the condition without drugs.   ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Trimming calories - are artificial sweetener aspartame and fat substitute olestra safe? Millions of Americans are looking for ways to trim calories.  Today we take a look at two new studies that examine the �risks and rewards� of the artificial sweetener aspartame and the fat substitute known as olestra.   Dr. Cooper takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Trimming calories - are artificial sweetener aspartame and fat substitute olestra safe? Millions of Americans are looking for ways to trim calories.  Today we take a look at two new studies that examine the “risks and rewards? of the artificial sweetener aspartame and the fat substitute known as olestra.   Dr. Cooper takes calls. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Stroke reduction steps, esp if you have a-fib; Gov Mike Huckabee lecture 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 wi ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Stroke reduction steps, esp if you have a-fib; Gov Mike Huckabee lecture 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 ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Rate of heart failure is rising, can CoQ10 help; lower risk of heart attack and stroke; Plavix; glucosamine & chondroitin 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 t ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Rate of heart failure is rising, can CoQ10 help; lower risk of heart attack and stroke; Plavix; glucosamine & chondroitin 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 ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper responds to The Case Against Vitamins in the WSJ 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. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Dr. Cooper responds to The Case Against Vitamins in the WSJ 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. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Heart health; atrial fibrillation; ablation therapy; Dr. Cooper answers calls 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. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Heart health; atrial fibrillation; ablation therapy; Dr. Cooper answers calls 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. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Heart Health - latest treatment options for atrial fibrillation; aspirin therapy; 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. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Heart Health - latest treatment options for atrial fibrillation; aspirin therapy; 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. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Gail Lebovic, M.D., a surgical oncologist discusses women's health, and health issues that can be prevented 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. Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Gail Lebovic, M.D., a surgical oncologist discusses women's health, and health issues that can be prevented 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 tak ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Gail Lebovic, M.D., a surgical oncologist, answers questions about breast cancer; genetic testing, mammography, MRI, implants 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 c ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Gail Lebovic, M.D., a surgical oncologist