Episodes

Your skin is your body’s largest organ, and it deserves more than whatever’s on sale at the drugstore. In this episode, Margaret and Susy strip away the marketing hype and get real about skincare as health care. From knowing ...

Margaret and Susy celebrate the healing power of community and why the people in our lives are essential to our wellbeing.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Contact the hosts Hosted and Produced by Margaret Cooley and Susy Hymas Produced, Edit...

Getting older doesn’t mean giving up the things that make you feel alive. In this episode of Staying Alive, Margaret and Susy dig into what it actually takes to hold onto your joy as the years go by. Contact the hosts Hosted ...

Margaret and Susy discuss how to find joy in daily life, despite life’s challenges. Contact the hosts Hosted and Produced by Margaret Cooley and Susy Hymas Produced, Edited & Designed by Wil Guilfoyle Music by Luke Paquin Ma...

Send a text Susy and Margaret discuss caring for your teeth while you age, and how that contributes to keeping your teeth, as well as the health of your entire body. Hosted and Produced by Margaret Cooley and Susy Hymas Produ...

Join us for a fun episode where Margaret and Susy share a host of options and information on getting a good night’s sleep. They also dive into what might be causing difficulties in sleep cycles, and how to proceed with identi...

Susy and Margaret take a deep dive into exercise, flexibility, and what it means for the aging body. Hosted and Produced by: Margaret Cooley and Susy Hymas Produced, Edited, Designed by: Wil Guilfoyle Music by: Luke Paquin Ma...

Understand the simple and clear science behind alcohol intake and how it affects our bodies as we age. Hosted and Produced by: Margaret Cooley and Susy Hymas Produced, Edited, Designed by: Wil Guilfoyle Music by: Luke Paquin ...

Susy and Margaret do a deep dive to unpack where and how to get the most nutrients from all the diverse fruits and vegetables available at the market. Hosted and Produced by: Margaret Cooley and Susy Hymas Produced, Edited, D...

Join the discussion on how the mind’s functions can be guided and monitored for optimal progress as we age. Hosted and Produced by: Margaret Cooley and Susy Hymas Produced, Edited, Designed by: Wil Guilfoyle Music by: Luke Pa...

Margaret and Susy share wonderful and easily accessible ways to manage pain. Hosted and Produced by: Margaret Cooley and Susy Hymas Produced, Edited, Designed by: Wil Guilfoyle Music by: Luke Paquin Voice Talent by: Marlene G...

Learn all about food safety: properly stored, properly cleaned, properly temped foods will keep you and your family safe this holiday season. Hosted and Produced by: Margaret Cooley and Susy Hymas Produced, Edited, Designed b...

The complex task of signing up for Medicare and understanding your options can be daunting. Margaret Cooley and Susy Hymas share their deep understanding and experience of navigating Medicare based on individual needs, costs,...

What are ‘micronutrients,’ and how can we ensure we’re getting the proper balance of them in our diets and with our supplements? Susy and Margaret give us the scoop. Hosted and Produced by: Margaret Cooley and Susy Hymas Prod...

The gut and the brain are connected. Everything from depression to anxiety to healthy brain development are affected to the gut. The bi-directional communication between the gut and the brain is revealed here by Susy and Marg...

Proteins are important for everybody, but especially as we age. It’s essential for growth, development, and maintenance at all stages of life. Join Susy and Margaret as they help us understand the importance of protein. Hoste...

Fats are one of the macronutrients that give our bodies energy. Susy and Margaret talk about fats and their importance in a balanced diet. How can we enjoy and eat more healthy fats? Hosted and Produced by: Margaret Cooley an...

Carbohydrates play a major role in our health. Margaret Cooley talks with food expert Susy Hymas about carbs and how to navigate the varying types while remaining healthy. Hosted and Produced by: Margaret Cooley and Susy Hyma...

Join Margaret and Susy as these two health and nutrition educators share what they eat and why. Learn how to eat in a healthy and balanced way that is right for you.

The importance of staying hydrated could never be overstated. Margaret and Susy discuss H₂O and the proper ways to remain hydrated. Hosted and Produced by: Margaret Cooley and Susy Hymas Produced, Edited, Designed by: Wil Gui...

Margaret and Susy talk about advocating for our health, and being an active participant in our own healthcare decisions. Understanding what’s going on with our health is important, and doing research is key. Hosted and Produc...

Welcome to Staying Alive With Margaret and Susy, a new podcast about health, nutrition, and navigating the medical system. Hosted and Produced by: Margaret Cooley Susy Hymas Produced, Edited, Designed by: Wil Guilfoyle Music:...