The heart is one of the most important organs in our body; without its constant beat, we wouldn’t be able to live. With that being said, we need to do everything we can to avoid heart failure by taking steps to improve our heart health now. Join Stephen Kopecky, M.D.,…

What kind of help can social workers offer people who’ve had transplants? This Mayo Clinic expert explains how their support runs surprisingly deep.

Mayo Clinic recipes and strategies for healthier living. Join Jennifer A. Welper, Wellness Executive Chef, as she creates a healthy yet delicious take on the classic crabcake. Shopping List: Crabmeat, Egg Beaters or egg whites, Lemon juice, Fresh dill, Old Bay seasoning, Panko or whole-wheat breadcrumbs Check For: Reduced-fat mayonnaise,…

If your blood pressure is just a little too high, how bad is it for you, really? Well, a couple of points above a healthy blood pressure can add up quickly over time. In this episode, Dr. Stephen Kopecky, M.D., Preventative Cardiologist at @MayoClinic, outlines how this affects your heart…

The perfect appetizer! Mayo Clinic recipes and strategies for healthier living. Join Jennifer A. Welper, Wellness Executive Chef, as she creates the perfect bite-sized diet-friendly appetizer sure to be the hit of your next potluck or get-together. Shopping List: Panko, Fresh parsley, Cremini mushrooms, Fresh basil, Fresh Parmesan cheese, Pumpkin…

It’s the age-old question: which is more important, being at a healthy weight or being in shape? 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,…

As we age, fall prevention is one of the most important things we can do to stay healthy. There are many ways you can reduce your chances of falling, but we recommend these top three tips in your everyday life: Remove home hazards such as rugs, boxes, and cords from…

Mayo Clinic recipes and strategies for healthier living. Join Jennifer A. Welper, Wellness Executive Chef, as she creates a juicy, flavorful, vegetable-and-protein-packed black bean and corn salsa perfect for a snack or as an addition to your favorite Mexican dish. Shopping List: Roma tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper, fresh cilantro,…

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…

Join Jennifer A. Welper, Mayo Clinic Wellness Executive Chef, as she creates a diet-friendly take on some mouthwatering Swedish meatballs with quinoa. Quinoa is used in this recipe to reduce the amount of ground beef per meatball and offer a healthier way to enjoy this classic dish. We recommend serving…

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. Relevant reading…

Mayo Clinic recipes and strategies for healthier living. Join Jennifer A. Welper, Wellness Executive Chef, as she creates a crowd-pleasing spiced carrot cake dessert that is wonderfully tasty, healthy, and easy to make. Shopping List: Fat-free plain Greek yogurt, Carrots Check For: Sugar, Canola oil, Eggs, All-purpose flour, Baking powder,…

Tinnitus is when you experience ringing or other noises in one or both of your ears. The noise you hear when you have tinnitus isn’t caused by an external sound, and other people usually can’t hear it. Tinnitus is a common problem. It affects about 15% to 20% of people…

Mayo Clinic recipes and strategies for healthier living. Join Jennifer A. Welper, Wellness Executive Chef, as she creates an easy and deliciously healthy Southwest taco salad chock full of vegetables, lean ground turkey, and flavorful spices to create a mouthwatering yet simple meal perfect for the whole family. Shopping List:…

Balance problems can make you feel dizzy, as if the room is spinning, unsteady, or lightheaded. These feelings can happen whether you’re lying down, sitting, or standing. Many body systems — including your muscles, bones, joints, eyes, the balance organ in the inner ear, nerves, heart and blood vessels —…

Sometimes, it’s tough to follow good advice, even when it’s your own. Discover why and how Mayo Clinic experts do their best to follow doctor’s orders.

What are the most important things you can do for your health that could someday save your life? Join Stephen Kopecky, M.D., Preventative Cardiologist at @MayoClinic, as he goes over five important ways you can improve your health in ways that could potentially save your life one day. These methods…

How do Mayo Clinic experts start their day? Discover their secrets for energy-building routines that carry them long past morning.

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 break a bad habit? Join Stephen Kopecky, M.D., Preventive Cardiologist at @MayoClinic, as he delves into why we…

Colorectal cancer, also known as bowel cancer, is not unique in the way it forms or spreads. And as the fourth most common type of cancer in the U.S., it isn’t rare. But among cancer types, colorectal cancer is unique in one important way: With regular screening, it can usually…

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 *Controlling cholesterol *Losing weight *Exercising *Controlling blood pressure *Controlling diabetes *Following a healthy diet *Managing stress…

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, they take into account each dish’s amount of: * Calories * Fat * Sugar * Salt So how do you…

Growing your own food in a garden isn’t a new idea. It was a critical way for ancient people to have access to reliable, nutritious foods. Today there are still many benefits of gardening. The necessity of vegetable gardens has varied through time. Gardening has gained popularity recently, even with…

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 aging process? * Is there one superfood that will balance a sedentary lifestyle? Join Stephen Kopecky,…