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.

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.

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.

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 risk of pancreatic cancer, while one food in particular will increase the risk. Just more proof that we are what we eat.

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.

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.

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 from Naperville, Ill., and joining us from Boston is 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.

Program Reference Notes:

SPARK The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain, John J. Ratey, M.D.

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 heart.

Also, we explain how to calculate maximal heart rate.

Dr. Ho answers listeners' calls.

Program Reference:

"Hostility, anger linked to chronic inflammation." Reuters, Aug. 2, 2007

What’s my target heart rate and why should I care? Cooper Aerobics Center web site

"Taking statins may increase cancer risk." www.timesonline.com, posted July 24, 2007

"Statins' Cancer Benefits Challenged. Study Shows Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs Don't Cut Cancer Risk." www.webmd.com, posted Jan. 3, 2006

"Statins and the Risk of Colorectal Cancer." The New England Journal of Medicine, Vol. 352, No. 21, May 26, 2005

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’ calls.

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, what can be done for PMS, and how anti-depressants may have some side effects you’re not aware of.

Dr. Rogers answers listeners’ calls.