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
346 episodes
Finding Relief from Psoriasis with Anthony Fernandez, MD, PhD
There’s no cure for psoriasis, but there are ways to better control the skin condition. Get self-care tips and more in this podcast with Dr. Anthony Fernandez, a dermatologist specializing in the treatment of autoimmune and inflammatory disease...
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Save Your Buns! How to Reverse Dead Butt Syndrome with Andrew Bang, DO
Sitting for long hours every day can leave you with a numb rump and a condition known as Dead Butt Syndrome. Learn how to revive your derriere in this podcast featuring chiropractor Andrew Bang.
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Teaching Kids to Share with Kate Eshleman, PsyD
If there’s one word that kids learn early, it’s MINE – which explains why convincing them to share can be so difficult. Help your little one take that developmental step by following tips shared by pediatric psychologist Kate Eshleman in this p...
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15:24
How to Brighten Your Smile with Anne Clemons, DMD
Store shelves are filled with products promising whiter teeth and a brighter smile. What’s the option that brings the most sparkling results? Get your answer in this podcast with dentist Anne Clemons.
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Using Food to Reverse Prediabetes with Peminda Cabandugama, MD
It’s estimated that 1 in 3 Americans have prediabetes, a warning stage for a disease that can take years off your life. The good news? Prediabetes is not a permanent diagnosis. Changes to what and how you eat can help you regain control of your...
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49:51
Can Milk Baths Help Your Skin? with Alok Vij, MD
Some people take the idea that milk ‘does a body good’ to a whole different level. Milk Baths have long been touted as a way to boost skin health. Does it work? Get your answer from Dr. Alok Vij in this podcast.
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Sound Advice on Protecting Your Child's Hearing with Valerie Pavlovich Ruff, AuD
It's estimated 1 in 8 children between the ages of 6 and 19 have hearing loss due to music blaring through earbuds or headphones. The numbers keep getting worse, too, as teens spend a few hours a day wearing audio devices.In this e...
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24:21
Growing Pains: Tips to Avoid Aches From Yard Work with Andrew Bang, DO
Hours of yard work can be great for your lawn and garden. Your body, on the other hand, may feel a little run down. It doesn’t have to be that way, though. Chiropractor Andrew Bang returns to the podcast with some tips to eliminate aches and pa...
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Nutrition Essentials: Is Your Diet Stressing You Out? with Melissa Young, MD
What you eat may be putting your body in a state of internal distress, which can lead to anxiety, fatigue and even depression. In this Nutrition Essentials podcast, Dr. Melissa Young and registered dietitian Julia Zumpano share how diet shapes ...
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Riding Toward a Cure for Cancer with Jessica Geiger, MD
Researchers at Cleveland Clinic devote countless hours trying to find ways to beat cancer. In this podcast, learn about the work oncologist Jessica Geiger is doing on a vaccine for a type of head and neck cancer thanks to a grant from Cleveland...
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Preventing Overuse Injuries in Young Athletes with Molly McDermott, DO
Intense training in a single sport often leaves young athletes broken down and burnt out. In this podcast, sports medicine specialist Dr. Molly McDermott discusses how to help your child stay injury-free and in the game as they pursue their ath...
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25:09
Is It Safe to Exercise After a Heart Attack? with Tamanna Singh, MD
If you just felt the pain of a heart attack, putting your ticker through a blood-pumping workout seems like a big ask. But exercise is key to recovery – if you do it right. Let’s take a closer at physical activity after a heart attack with sp...
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Nutrition Essentials - Diet & Eye Health: See the Connection with Nicole Bajic, MD + Phoebe Lin, MD, PhD
The food you see on your plate today may determine how well you see later in life. Learn more about the connection between diet and eye health in this Nutrition Essentials podcast with registered dietitian Julia Zumpano and ophthalmologists Nic...
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The Importance of Gum Health with Anne Clemons, DMD
Your gums are more than just a place for your teeth to hang out. They’re a frontline defense system against harmful bacteria that can lead to serious health issues. Listen in as Dr. Anne Clemons talks about the importance of gum care for your o...
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16:41
Rice Water: The Secret Ingredient for Longer Hair? with Alok Vij, MD
It’s said that rinsing your hair in rice water can give you longer, stronger and healthier locks. In this podcast, dermatologist Alok Vij explores the science behind the legend. Listen in as we comb through what’s fact and fiction.
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Does Your Child Have a Sleep Disorder? with Vaishal Shah, MD, MBBS, MPH
It’s estimated that nearly half of all children experience a sleep disorder while growing up – a reality that can bring physical and emotional consequences. Listen in as Dr. Vaishal Shaw goes over the most common sleep disorders and what can be...
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34:21
Does Aromatherapy Pass the Sniff Test? with Melissa Young, MD
Aromatherapy has been used to relieve stress and anxiety for thousands of years -- but can a sniff of something really make a difference in how you feel? Dr. Melissa Young, a functional medicine specialist, explains how the treatment works its ...
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24:47
Nutrition Essentials: Feeding Your Gut’s Microbiome with Christine Lee, MD
Dietary choices you make day after day set the tone for how efficiently your gastrointestinal system operates. Explore the connection between food and gut health with Dr. Christine Lee and registered dietitian Julia Zumpano in the first Nutriti...
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Are Walking Pads Worth It? with Chris Dempers, MES
Walking pads allow you to get in thousands of slow-moving steps while at your work desk. But here’s the question: Can these simple treadmills make a health and fitness difference? Exercise physiologist Chris Dempers has your answer.
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16:41
Does Birth Order Dictate Personality? with Kate Eshleman, PsyD
There’s a long-held belief that birth order – whether a child is the oldest, youngest or somewhere in the middle -- sets the stage for kids to develop certain traits. Let’s take a closer look at the theories with pediatric psychologist Kate Esh...
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14:03
Are Powdered Greens Worth Trying? with Julia Zumpano, RD
Powdered greens keep increasing in popularity, but is there any nutritional value left in veggies once they’ve been dried and pulverized? Registered dietitian Julia Zumpano has your answer in this podcast.
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Biologics: The Solution for Psoriasis?
Complex medications known as biologics have transformed psoriasis care over the past two decades. Learn more about how and when this emerging treatment is used to manage the skin condition in this podcast with dermatologist Anthony Fernandez.
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21:57
What Is Biohacking? with Melissa Young, MD
Science can make you feel better. That’s the idea behind biohacking, a DIY approach to self-care that uses everything from lifestyle changes to high-tech tools to improve your health. Explore the movement in this podcast with functional medicin...
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