Live Younger Longer

What is good health?

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

Are fad diets healthy? Do they work?

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 b

One Simple Way to See If You're At Risk for Heart Disease

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 hi

Is caffeine heart-healthy?

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.,

9 Things You Can Do to Reduce or Prevent Cancer Risk

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 abou

What is heart failure?

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 in

How does high blood pressure affect your heart and overall health?

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

Is it better to be fit but fat or out of shape but lean?

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

Is it worth living to be 100 if you spend the last 20 in a nursing home?

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

Why you are so stressed and how to reduce it

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 str

Five things you didn't know that will save your life

Join Stephen Kopecky, M.D., Preventative Cardiologist at Mayo Clinic, as he goes over five important ways you can improve your health in ways that could potentially save

Why are bad habits so hard to break?

Habits. We all have them, good and bad. And as you likely know, they're hard to change! Ever wonder why?  *Why do our brains create habits?  *Can habits be healthy?  *

Can you reverse coronary artery disease?

Coronary artery disease is a common health issue among aging people, but did you know that it is, to an extent, reversible? Using methods like:  *Not smoking  *Controll

How do you eat healthy at a restaurant?

Eating healthy at a restaurant can be difficult. The USDA states that only 1 out of 500 meals eaten at a restaurant can be classified as healthy!  To determine this, the

What is the one thing you can do to improve your health?

Is there any one single thing you can do that will improve your overall health?  * Can a specific supplement make me healthy?  * Will one single exercise reverse the ag

What's the key to a successful diet?

What's the key to a successful diet?    A little perseverance can go a long way. A diet is like a marriage:  * Find one you love: you know you can stick with it for th

Small steps and changes to live a healthier life

What are some small steps and small changes you can do to live a healthier life? It's the little things that add up. Both in a good way and in a bad way. Try to do more

Can you "catch up" on your sleep debt?

Is it possible to "catch up" on sleep you've lost? Unfortunately, it's not that easy. Join Stephen Kopecky, M.D., Preventative Cardiologist at Mayo Clinic, as he busts m

You can prevent disease but only slow aging

To learn more tips on how to slow the aging process, pick up a copy of Dr. Kopecky's book, Live Younger Longer.  Find it here: https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/shop/health