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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Jul 30, 2025 • 37min
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 to do for you.
Jul 23, 2025 • 31min
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.
Jul 16, 2025 • 21min
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.
Jul 15, 2025 • 53min
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.
Jul 2, 2025 • 33min
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.
Jun 25, 2025 • 24min
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-Holland.
Jun 18, 2025 • 25min
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 specialist Tim Sobo.
Jun 11, 2025 • 19min
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. Melissa Young.
Jun 4, 2025 • 47min
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 Medicine, and registered dietitian Julia Zumpano.
May 28, 2025 • 42min
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.
