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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May 21, 2025 • 44min
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 the “Six Pillars of Brain Health.”
May 14, 2025 • 11min
Can Antidepressants Cause Weight Gain? with Josh Maline, PharmD, BCPP
Taking antidepressants can sometimes lead to weight gain – but is that reason for concern? Let’s take a closer look at what those pounds might mean in this podcast with psychiatric pharmacist Josh Maline.
May 7, 2025 • 52min
Nutrition Essentials | The Connection Between Diet and Sleep with Nancy Foldvary-Schaeffer, DO
The food on your plate might determine how well you sleep tonight. So what should be on your plate to help you get the shuteye you need? Sleep medicine specialist Nancy Foldvary-Schaefer and registered dietitian Julia Zumpano have your answers.
Apr 30, 2025 • 33min
Understanding the Thyroid with Ossama Lashin, MD, PHD
Whether it’s fatigue, depression, weight gain or some other health issue, the thyroid ALWAYS seems to catch the blame. But can this small glad really cause that much mayhem? Find out in this podcast featuring endocrinologist Ossama Lasheen.
Apr 23, 2025 • 25min
Is Schisandra Worth Trying? with Melissa Young, MD
Traditional Chinese medicine has long valued the treatment potential of schisandra – and now it’s gaining in popularity as a wellness supplement. So what could these berries do for you? Dr. Melissa Young, a functional medicine specialist, has your answer.
Apr 16, 2025 • 24min
Could Viagra Lower Your Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease? with Feixiong Cheng, PhD
A Cleveland Clinic-led study shows that Viagra, the “little blue pill” used to treat erectile dysfunction, may offer protective powers against Alzheimer’s disease. Researcher Feixiong Cheng explains how the medication might make a difference against this form of dementia.
Apr 9, 2025 • 48min
Nutrition Essentials | Red Meat and Colon Cancer Risk with Christine Lee, MD
Research shows that eating large quantities of red meat can increase colorectal cancer risk by about 30%. Learn more about what a meat-centric diet does to your gut in this Nutrition Essentials podcast with gastroenterologist Christine Lee and registered dietitian Julia Zumpano.
Apr 2, 2025 • 19min
SSRIs, SNRIs and NDRIs: Understanding Antidepressants with Josh Maline, PharmD
Antidepressants are used by more than 1 in 10 people in the United States and many other countries. Learn about the more common types of antidepressants and how they work in this podcast with board certified clinical pharmacy specialist Josh Maline.
Mar 26, 2025 • 28min
Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism: What’s the Difference? with Ossama Lashin, MD, PHD
The two most common types of thyroid disease are hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism, which sound similar but exist on opposite ends of the spectrum. Learn what makes them so different in this podcast with Dr. Ossama Lasheen, medical director of Cleveland Clinic’s Thyroid Center.
Mar 19, 2025 • 26min
How to Sleep Better with Nancy Foldvary-Schaeffer, DO, MS
It’s estimated that 40% of Americans don’t get enough sleep. The solution? Take a hard look at your sleep schedule and adjust to catch the ZZZs you need. Sleep medicine specialist Nancy Foldvary-Schaefer has tips to help you get some rest tonight.
