Tue, 27 February 2007
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. |
Tue, 27 February 2007
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. |
Mon, 19 February 2007
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 We'll also discuss interesterified fats, a new fat alternative. Dr. Cooper answers calls.
|
Mon, 12 February 2007
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
Dr. Levy answers calls. |
Mon, 5 February 2007
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. |
Mon, 5 February 2007
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 Clinic in Dallas, joins us today. Dr. Eisenstein answers calls. |