Cleveland Clinic Health Essentials Podcast
Tune in for practical health advice from Cleveland Clinic experts. What's really the healthiest diet for you? How can you safely recover after a heart attack? Can you boost your immune system?Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit, multispecialty academic medical center and is ranked as one of the nation’s top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Our experts offer trusted advice on health, wellness and nutrition for the whole family.Our podcasts are for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as medical advice. They are not designed to replace a physician's medical assessment and medical judgment. Always consult first with your physician about anything related to your personal health.
Episodes
381 episodes
What Do You Know About Celiac Disease? | Claire Jansson-Knodell, MD
Surveys show that awareness and understanding of celiac disease is pretty low amongst most people. Learn more about this inherited autoimmune disorder triggered by gluten in this conversation with gastroenterologist Claire Jansson-Knodell.
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Understanding Testosterone in Women's Health: Insights from Dr. Alia Crawford
Testosterone is usually connected to men’s health, but women need it for their health and well-being, too. Listen in as Dr. Talia Crawford talks about how women use testosterone and what options they have if levels dip too low.Love the s...
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Beta-Blockers: A ‘Chill Pill’ for Your Heart | Tamanna Singh, MD
Beta-blockers are a medication that dials down your heart rate and relaxes your cardiovascular system. Listen in as cardiologist Tamanna Singh explains why they are a cornerstone treatment for many cardiac conditions.Love the show? Don’t...
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Nutrition Essentials | How Diet Can Affect Breast Cancer Risk with Michela Palma, RD
Nearly 1 in 8 women gets diagnosed with breast cancer. What you eat can play a role in whether you’re that one. Learn how you can adjust your diet to protect yourself in this discussion with registered dietitians Michela Palma and Julia Zumpano...
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Simple Ways To Stop Wheezing with Neha Solanki, MD
The whistling and rattling sounds that come with wheezing can be pretty alarming. Oftentimes, though, you can take care of the issue with some simple at-home treatments. Learn how to regain control of your breathing in this podcast with pulmono...
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Erectile Dysfunction: Addressing the Tough Questions with Dr. Raevti Bol
Can keeping a cellphone in your pocket contribute to erectile dysfunction? What about soaking in hot tubs? Or your choice of underwear? We’ll address those common questions and more in this podcast with urologist Raevti Bole, who specializes in...
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Understanding ‘Generational Trauma’ | Michele Sorrell DNP, RN
Family history involving troubling or distressing events can ripple through time to affect your mental and physical health. It’s a concept known as generational trauma. Learn more about it — and how to address it — in this discussion with foren...
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Nutrition Essentials | Malnutrition: It’s More Common Than You’d Expect
One in 3 people worldwide is malnourished in some way – and oftentimes, it’s not someone who you’d suspect. Learn to spot the signs of malnutrition and how to deal with the condition in this podcast with registered dietitians Krista Mielnik and...
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How Do Statins Lower Cholesterol?
Medications known as statins are frequently prescribed to lower cholesterol and limit plaque buildup in arteries, which can reduce your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Learn how these pills work their magic in this podcast with cardiologist T...
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Balance Exercises To Build Stability | Katie Lawton, Med
Do you feel as steady on your feet as you did when you were younger? Probably not – and that’s a concern. Listen in as exercise physiologist Katie Lawton talks about the importance of maintaining balance and simple exercises you can do to impro...
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What to Do During a Heart Attack? w/ Jacqueline Tamis-Holland, MD
If you or someone with you experiences a heart attack, how you respond could mean the difference between life and death. In this podcast, cardiologist Jacqueline Tamis-Holland explains how to make every second count.
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Nutrition Essentials: How Diet Can Be Used to Manage PCOS w/ Kathryn Goebel, MD
Polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, is described as causing metabolic chaos. Adjusting what you eat may balance your system to help manage the condition. Listen in as Ob/Gyn Kathryn Goebel and registered dietitian Julia Zumpano explain the conn...
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Understanding Cardiac Stress Tests: How They Reveal the Health of Your Heart
A cardiac stress test is a monitored workout to see how your heart handles extra demands. How your ticker responds may reveal whether you have a heart issue that needs attention, as cardiologist Wael Jaber explains in this podcast.
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The Benefits of Acupuncture w/ Tim Sobo, LAc
Why would anyone willingly get stuck with needles? There are lots of good reasons, actually, which explains why acupuncture has been around for 3,000+ years. Listen in as licensed acupuncturist Tim Sobo explains what the treatment might be able...
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Exercising Outdoors With Asthma with Neha Solanki, MD
Asthma does not have to be a barrier to exercising outside. It’s just a different obstacle to overcome. Listen in as pulmonologist Neha Solanki offers tips to manage the condition so you can make the world your training ground.
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What Qualifies as Low Impact Cardio? w/ Katie Lawton, MEd
Can a heart-pounding cardio workout be easy on your body? It could be if you choose the right activity. Learn what workouts lead to less wear and tear on your joints in this podcast featuring exercise physiologist Katie Lawton.
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Nutrition Essentials | Inside the Mind of a Dietitian
Get to know our resident dietitian, Julia Zumpano, in this wide-ranging discussion on what she does day-to-day and how she coaches people to improve their health through food.
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Family Planning: How To Improve Sperm Health
Infertility has become increasingly common in the past 50 years given declines in sperm health. So how can you improve your odds of conceiving a child? Urologist Raevti Bole has some suggestions.
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Heart Attack vs Panic Attack: How to Tell The Difference
Chest pain, a racing heart and sweating could signal a heart attack. Of course, it also could be a sign of a less-than-life-threatening panic attack. How can you tell the difference? Let’s break it down with cardiologist Jacqueline Tamis-Hollan...
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The Power of Tai Chi with Tim Sobo, LAc
Don’t be fooled by the slow and gentle movements of tai chi. This ancient form of exercise offers powerful physical and mental benefits. Learn what tai chi can do for you in this chat with personal trainer and traditional Chinese medicine speci...
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Does Salt Therapy Offer Healing Powers? with Melissa Young, MD
The belief that breathing in salty air can boost your health dates back nearly 200 years. Today, many people swear by halotherapy and therapeutic salt rooms. But is the treatment backed by scientific research? Let’s take a closer look with Dr. ...
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Nutrition Essentials | Food as Medicine: Can It Work for You? with James Carter, MD
A nutritious diet can help your body from head to toe and help prevent many health issues. Explore the concept of using food as medicine in this podcast with Dr. James Carter, medical director at Cleveland Clinic’s Center for Functional Medicin...
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What Is Thai Massage? with DeBorah Hill, LMT
Thai massage is an active form of therapy with stretching and yoga-like poses. Learn more about this ancient healing method rooted in Buddhism – and how it’s different from traditional massage – in this chat with massage therapist DeBorah Hill....
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The Six Pillars of Brain Health with Dylan Wint, MD
You need your brain to function – and your brain needs you to function at its best. Daily choices you make can have an enormous impact on brain health and help you avoid conditions like dementia. Listen in as psychiatrist Dylan Wint talks about...
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