Healthy Living from the Cooper Aerobics Center is designed for listeners of any age who want to gain research-based, practical information that can improve the way they look and feel. The program focuses on timely topics in the areas of health, fitness, nutrition, and lifestyle.
The program features Dr. Ken Cooper along with members of the Cooper Aerobics Center staff and is hosted by Todd Whitthorne.
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 studie…
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 t…
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-…
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…
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? …
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 …
Dr. Kenneth Cooper and Dr. Tyler Cooper will discuss their new book Start Strong Finish Strong.
They will answer listeners’ calls.
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 diabe…
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 i…
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 mo…
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 Cli…
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 m…
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 fun…
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…
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…
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 h…
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 t…
Dr. Kenneth Cooper and Dr. Tyler Cooper will discuss their new book Start Strong Finish Strong.
They will answer listeners’ calls.
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 o…
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 ta…