Cleveland Clinic Health Essentials Podcast
Cleveland Clinic
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.
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Oct 8, 2025 • 50min
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.Love the show? Don’t miss a beat—sign up for our newsletter. Get must-have wellness advice, you can trust, delivered straight to your inbox!
Oct 1, 2025 • 30min
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 pulmonologist Neha Solanki.Love the show? Don’t miss a beat—sign up for our newsletter. Get must-have wellness advice, you can trust, delivered straight to your inbox!
Sep 24, 2025 • 27min
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 male reproductive health.Love the show? Don’t miss a beat—sign up for our newsletter. Get must-have wellness advice, you can trust, delivered straight to your inbox!
Sep 17, 2025 • 35min
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 forensic nurse examiner Michele Sorrell.Love the show? Don’t miss a beat—sign up for our newsletter. Get must-have wellness advice, you can trust, delivered straight to your inbox!
Sep 10, 2025 • 48min
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 Julia Zumpano.Love the show? Don’t miss a beat—sign up for our newsletter. Get must-have wellness advice, you can trust, delivered straight to your inbox!
Sep 3, 2025 • 27min
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 Tamanna Singh.Love the show? Don’t miss a beat—sign up for our newsletter. Get must-have wellness advice, you can trust, delivered straight to your inbox!
Aug 27, 2025 • 19min
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 improve it.
Aug 20, 2025 • 25min
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.
Aug 13, 2025 • 50min
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 connection between diet and PCOS.
Aug 6, 2025 • 36min
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.
