Live Younger Longer

In this episode, Dr. Stephen Kopecky, M.D., Preventative Cardiologist at @MayoClinic, talks through the true meaning of good health and healthiness and what you can do to maintain it. Order his book, Live Younger Longer, at: https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/shop/healthy-aging-books/living-younger-longer/ Dr. Kopecky answers questions like: *How does the World Health Organization define good health? *Are you healthy if you just don't have disease? *How do we stay healthy throughout our life? Live Younger Longer Podcast | Episode 19 Subscribe to Dr. Kopecky's podcast, Live Younger Longer: Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1NpjRShXrApylcGP5H9gvX Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-younger-longer/id1629548282 Watch the rest of the episodes here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-0wPfZ2Y6IYK0Tt924Ugr_urYP_80LOO You can pick up your copy of his book, Live Younger Longer, at: https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/shop/healthy-aging-books/living-younger-longer/

In this episode, Dr. Stephen Kopecky, M.D., Preventative Cardiologist at @MayoClinic, breaks down what fad diets are and how to choose the right diet for you. Order his book, Live Younger Longer, at: https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/shop/healthy-aging-books/living-younger-longer/ Dr. Kopecky answers questions like: *When did the first fad diet come to be? *Do fad diets work? *Are fad diets helping or hurting us? *Are some better than others? *How can you be successful on a diet? *Is there a "best" diet? *Is intermittent fasting a good thing? *What are three key takeaways to be more successful on your diet? Live Younger Longer Podcast | Episode 18 Subscribe to Dr. Kopecky's podcast, Live Younger Longer: Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1NpjRShXrApylcGP5H9gvX Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-younger-longer/id1629548282 Watch the rest of the episodes here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-0wPfZ2Y6IYK0Tt924Ugr_urYP_80LOO You can pick up your copy of his book, Live Younger Longer, at: https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/shop/healthy-aging-books/living-younger-longer/

In this episode, Dr. Stephen Kopecky, M.D., Preventative Cardiologist at @MayoClinic, gives us the scoop on lipoprotein (a) and how it can lead to heart disease. Order his book, Live Younger Longer, at: https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/shop/healthy-aging-books/living-younger-longer/ Dr. Kopecky answers questions like: *What is lipoprotein (a)? *How does lipoprotein (a) lead to heart disease? *How do you see if you have high levels of lipoprotein (a)? *How do you avoid an excess of lipoprotein (a)? *How do you get lipoprotein (a)? *Are there any treatments to lower your lipoprotein (a) levels or inhibit its effects? Live Younger Longer Podcast | Episode 17 Subscribe to Dr. Kopecky's podcast, Live Younger Longer: Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1NpjRShXrApylcGP5H9gvX Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-younger-longer/id1629548282 Watch the rest of the episodes here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-0wPfZ2Y6IYK0Tt924Ugr_urYP_80LOO You can pick up your copy of his book, Live Younger Longer, at: https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/shop/healthy-aging-books/living-younger-longer/

We've all had caffeine before; some of us have it every day. But what does that morning cup of coffee or tea do to us, really? In this episode, Dr. Stephen Kopecky, M.D., Preventative Cardiologist at @MayoClinic, provides insight on how caffeine affects our bodies, including: *Caffeine is a stimulant that affects people differently *People metabolize caffeine differently *How to know if you're drinking too much caffeine *If caffeine truly helps you wake up, or if other drinks can do the trick too Live Younger Longer Podcast | Episode 16 Subscribe to Dr. Kopecky's podcast, Live Younger Longer: Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1NpjRShXrApylcGP5H9gvX Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-younger-longer/id1629548282 Watch the rest of the episodes here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-0wPfZ2Y6IYK0Tt924Ugr_urYP_80LOO You can pick up your copy of his book, Live Younger Longer, at: https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/shop/healthy-aging-books/living-younger-longer/

Cancer is a scary and serious diagnosis. As a two-time cancer survivor himself, Dr. Stephen Kopecky, M.D., Preventative Cardiologist at @MayoClinic, shares his story about beating cancer twice, as well as what you can do to prevent – or at least reduce your risk – of developing cancer. This includes: *Getting proper nutrition and eating a healthy diet *Staying physically active *Wearing sunblock when outdoors *Avoiding smoking *Avoiding excessive alcohol consumption *Maintaining a healthy weight *Avoiding behaviors that elevate cancer risk (such as sharing needles and not practicing safe sex) *Staying updated on vaccinations *Maintaining regular checkups Live Younger Longer Podcast | Episode 15 Subscribe to Dr. Kopecky's podcast, Live Younger Longer: Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1NpjRShXrApylcGP5H9gvX Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-younger-longer/id1629548282 Watch the rest of the episodes here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-0wPfZ2Y6IYK0Tt924Ugr_urYP_80LOO You can pick up your copy of his book, Live Younger Longer, at: https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/shop/healthy-aging-books/living-younger-longer/

Join Stephen Kopecky, M.D., Preventative Cardiologist at Mayo Clinic, as he explains what heart failure is, how it affects you, and what you can do to prevent it. This includes: *How hard your heart works every day *How heart failure begins *How to avoid heart failure through a healthy diet and lifestyle Live Younger Longer Podcast | Episode 14 Subscribe to Dr. Kopecky's podcast, Live Younger Longer: Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1NpjRShXrApylcGP5H9gvX Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-younger-longer/id1629548282 Watch the rest of the episodes here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-0wPfZ2Y6IYK0Tt924Ugr_urYP_80LOO You can pick up your copy of his book, Live Younger Longer, at: https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/shop/healthy-aging-books/living-younger-longer/

In this episode, Dr. Stephen Kopecky, M.D., Preventative Cardiologist at @MayoClinic, outlines how high blood pressure affects your heart and your overall health, as well as what you can do to achieve a healthier blood pressure. This includes: *Defining blood pressure *How even a few points above a healthy blood pressure can adversely affect you *How you can achieve a lower blood pressure Live Younger Longer Podcast | Episode 13 Subscribe to Dr. Kopecky's podcast, Live Younger Longer: Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1NpjRShXrApylcGP5H9gvX Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-younger-longer/id1629548282 Watch the rest of the episodes here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-0wPfZ2Y6IYK0Tt924Ugr_urYP_80LOO You can pick up your copy of his book, Live Younger Longer, at: https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/shop/healthy-aging-books/living-younger-longer/

Join Stephen Kopecky, M.D., Preventative Cardiologist at @MayoClinic, as he goes over a few reasons and tips on why it's more important to be physically active than to be at a healthy weight, including: *What abdominal fat does to your body and health*Easy ways to sneak more movement into your day*Doing activity vigorous enough to be short of breath Live Younger Longer Podcast | Episode 12Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1NpjRShXrApylcGP5H9gvXListen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-younger-longer/id1629548282Watch the rest of the episodes here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-0wPfZ2Y6IYK0Tt924Ugr_urYP_80LOO You can pick up your copy of his book Live Younger Longer at: https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/shop/healthy-aging-books/living-younger-longer/

Some people live to be over 100 years old, but lack a quality of life in their last twenty to thirty years. They have a long “age span” but not a long “health span”. What is the secret to living healthy, active, and vital until the last days of your life? Join Stephen Kopecky, M.D., Preventative Cardiologist at Mayo Clinic, as he shares tips not only on how to live longer but also to live healthier longer. Live Younger Longer Podcast | Episode 11 Watch the rest of the episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-0wPfZ2Y6IYK0Tt924Ugr_urYP_80LOO You can pick up your copy of his book Live Younger Longer at: https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/product/living-younger-longer/

Stress will ALWAYS be a reality in our lives, so what can we do about it? Dr. Stephen Kopecky, M.D., Preventative Cardiologist at Mayo Clinic, explains the origins of stress in our brains and offers excellent insight on managing or eliminating it to live a healthier life. You can pick up your copy of his book Live Younger Longer at: https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/shop/healthy-aging-books/living-younger-longer/