Melanie Cole, MS

Melanie Cole, MS

Melanie Cole, MS, is the RadioMD Director of Operations. She has a Master of Science in Exercise Physiology/Kinesiology.

Selecting a Summer Camp

Tuesday, 15 May 2018
It's time to choose a summer camp for your child.

Hyperparathyroidism

Wednesday, 15 February 2017

Chew on This with Kim Barnouin

Thursday, 19 November 2015
Dr. Friedman and Kim discuss the Oregon AG's suit against GNC, as well as the link between coffee and longevity.

Chew on This with Kim Barnouin

Thursday, 17 September 2015
Dr. Friedman and fill-in co-host, Melanie Cole, discuss Gatorade myths, weight loss woes, and benefits of sleeping in the nude.
Feeling good may be the best elixir for looking good. Walking is a major part of that miracle medicine.
Do you suffer from knee pain? The answer for relief just may surprise you.

Be a Kid Again & Get Healthy

Monday, 26 January 2015
Are you feeling your age? Perhaps it's time to let out your inner child.
Being physically active may contribute to your overall health and minimize or delay the effects of aging.
Working out for as little as 20 minutes can enhance memory by about 10 percent in healthy young adults.
Learn how your commute can actually get you healthy and help the environment as well.
When you sit all day at work, how can you keep yourself healthy... especially with sneezes and sniffles all around you?
Planning your meals ahead of time can make your shopping easier and healthier.

The Healthy Side of Thanksgiving

Wednesday, 12 November 2014
The holidays are full of rich traditions and calorie-filled dishes. How can you eat healthier through the holidays and still maintain your figure?
The concept of time versus distance for the best workout has long been debated.

How to Get Those 6-Pack Abs

Tuesday, 11 November 2014
The number one exercise for six-pack abs? Push away. As in, push away from the table.
Freestyle or choreographed classes: which style is best for you?
Staying in workout mode can be a challenge; but you just need the right motivation.
The Female Athlete Triad is a health concern for active women and girls who are driven to excel in sports.

What Every Active Woman Needs to Know

Tuesday, 04 November 2014
Positive thinking goes a long way towards a more effective exercise routine.
Kitchen tools can assist you in leading a healthier lifestyle.

Eat Healthier by Planning Your Meals

Tuesday, 04 November 2014
Planning your meals ahead of time can make your shopping easier and healthier.
Exercise and Weight Loss, as well as Yoga and Fitness Programs for Older Adults are on the new 2015 fitness trend forecast by the ACSM.

2015 Fitness Trends Forecast

Tuesday, 28 October 2014
Body weight training, High-Intensity Interval Training and Strength Training are a few fitness trends on the latest fitness trend forecast by the ACSM.
When you sit all day at work, how can you keep yourself healthy... especially with sneezes and sniffles all around you?

Healthy Autumn Running

Tuesday, 28 October 2014
The fall season is also marathon season. Are you prepared to stay healthy?
Mac 'n cheese, chips, and chocolate: all tasty comfort foods you eat to treat yourself. But are doing more harm than good?
There are different kinds of proteins that can assist your body in muscle growth and repair, but which one is right for you?
Have you failed at keeping an exercise routine? It's not to late to start again with a whole new mindset.
Ge moving! Recent research suggests that sitting too much is detrimental to your overall health.

Can You Eat Meatless?

Wednesday, 22 October 2014
There are a lot of healthy reasons to become a vegetarian.
There is no greater sadness or travesty than stunting the human potential.
You're at the gym to get and stay healthy; but you could be making yourself susceptible to colds and flu.
Body sweat, chafing, smelly feet, rashes... all the products of a good workout. Can these be avoided?
Working out for as little as 20 minutes can enhance memory by about 10 percent in healthy young adults.
Being physically active may contribute to your overall health and minimize or delay the effects of aging.

5 Best Energy Boosting Foods

Tuesday, 07 October 2014
With so many great energy foods, do you really need to add a controversial energy drink to your regimen?
While carbohydrates have recently gotten a bad rap, they are actually essential to your diet.
Learn how your commute can actually get you healthy and help the environment as well.

Get the Real Details on Diabetes

Monday, 10 November 2014
Diabetes is the 7th leading cause of death in the United States, and it is estimated that 79 million Americans have diabetes.
It is a common question from exercisers: should you eat before a workout, or after?

Eating Healthy on the Fly

Monday, 29 September 2014
When you don't have time, eating healthy can be a real challenge.

Healthy Body, Healthy Sex Life

Monday, 29 September 2014
Regular exercise not only burns calories and reduces body fat, but it also gives your hormones a kick-start.
When you only have 30 minutes, how do know you are getting the most bang for your buck?

Back Pain? Try Yoga or Pilates

Tuesday, 23 September 2014
A weak back could signal a weak core. Best solution? Pilates and/or yoga can keep the back doctor away.
Is it possible to speed up your metabolism with training?


Well it's that time again.

Three to five years after my last one, it's time to have another colonoscopy.

People are afraid of having this test, but really the only thing that is difficult about this test is the prep.

That really is the worst part.

You have two choices of preps these days. You either have the Tri light which is the gallon of liquid that tastes terrible, bloats your stomach and makes you feel a bit sick.

Or the new one, that you take in 12 hour intervals. It's not nearly as much liquid, but if you schedule your colonoscopy for first thing in the morning, as I do, (and I highly recommend this timing)... then you have to get up at 2 o'clock in the morning to take the second dose and you might lose out on some sleep.

So I chose to do the gallon of liquid as I have done before. Its not that hard, its just a lot of liquid and you do feel quite full.

You'll likely spend a lot of time on the toilet either prep you choose.

Better Health with Whole Grains

Monday, 08 September 2014
Eating whole grains is like adding health insurance to your life.

Many Benefits of a High Protein Diet

Tuesday, 16 September 2014
Just how much protein do you really need? How much is too much?
It's never too late in life to start or continue with health and fitness.
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