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.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Nov 13, 2019 • 40min
Help for Your Heartburn with Dr. Scott Gabbard
If you know that burning feeling in your chest after you finish a big, fatty meal, you know heartburn. Learn some lifestyle tweaks you can make to minimize your heartburn, and the truth about what foods really make it worse, from gastroenterologist Scott Gabbard, MD.
Nov 7, 2019 • 35min
What is Leukemia with Dr. Aaron Gerds
Leukemia encompasses many different types of chronic or acute blood cancer. Hematologist Aaron Gerds, MD, clears up misconceptions about leukemia and explains how it’s different from lymphoma, what the risk factors are and how new treatments are emerging.
Oct 30, 2019 • 23min
Understanding Vertigo and Dizziness with Dr. Julie Honaker
Ever feel unsteady, lightheaded or like the room is spinning around you? Vertigo and dizziness are common symptoms, but the causes can range from BPPV, to head injuries and migraines, to cardiovascular responses. Audiologist Julie Honaker explains the difference between feeling dizzy and having vertigo, and what to do when feeling unsteady takes over your life. She also addresses why vertigo can be worse at night and offers simple exercises that can provide relief.
Oct 23, 2019 • 30min
Autoimmune Diseases: When the Body Attacks Itself with Dr. Howard Smith
More people are affected by autoimmune diseases than you may realize. Lupus, rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis are just a few examples. Rheumatologist Howard Smith, MD, discusses what factors — including diet — play a role in the development of autoimmune diseases, as well as the latest treatments available.
Oct 16, 2019 • 35min
What We Do and Don’t Know About the Dangers of Vaping with Dr. Humberto Choi
As an alarming number of young people take up vaping, and reports of dangerous vaping-related lung illnesses continue to surface, what’s a worried parent to do? Pulmonologist and smoking cessation specialist Humberto Choi, MD, delivers the knowledge you need to talk with your teenager or loved ones about e-cigarettes.
Oct 9, 2019 • 22min
Getting to Sleep With Restless Legs Syndrome with Dr. Carlos Rodriguez
Anyone who’s ever experienced restless legs knows how frustrating it is to feel the uncontrollable urge to move your legs when you lie down at night. Sleep specialist Carlos Rodriguez, MD, talks through what experts know about this odd condition, including why some people get it, what aggravates it and what you can do about it.
Oct 2, 2019 • 26min
Breast Cancer: Basics and Beyond with Dr. Jame Abraham
Few things worry a woman like finding a lump or having breast pain. Jame Abraham, MD, discusses what you need to know about breast changes, dense breasts and the latest breast cancer treatments.
Sep 25, 2019 • 18min
What Women Should Know About Osteoporosis With Dr. Yong Chen
Women who have gone through menopause are the most at-risk group when it comes to developing osteoporosis, which causes bones to become weak and susceptible to fractures. We hear from internal medicine physician Yong Chen, MD, about how osteoporosis screening works and what treatments are available today.
Sep 18, 2019 • 29min
Finding Relief from Digestive Issues with Dr. Maged Rizk
From acid reflux to constipation, your GI tract can cause plenty of discomfort from time to time. Gastroenterologist Maged Rizk, MD, addresses many common issues from the low FODMAP diet for irritable bowel syndrome to how to know if your bowel movements are "normal." This episode is a re-run from 2018.
Sep 11, 2019 • 27min
Help for Common Skin Concerns with Dr. Christine Lopez
Unlike many health conditions, those affecting the skin are visible to everyone around us. Dermatologist Christine Lopez, MD, offers advice for acne, milia, psoriasis, dandruff & more. This episode is a rerun from May 2018.
