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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Mar 12, 2025 • 49min
Nutrition Essentials | What You Can Eat After Bariatric Surgery
Bariatric surgery can bring life-changing results for those with obesity if it’s combined with healthier eating habits. Listen in as Dr. Rickesha Wilson and registered dietitian Julia Zumpano discuss the forever role of proper nutrition following bariatric surgery.
Mar 5, 2025 • 21min
Understanding Narcissism with Grace Tworek, PsyD
We all know someone with narcissistic traits. In this podcast, psychologist Grace Tworek has suggestions on balancing your relationship with them and better understanding the mental health condition known as Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD).
Feb 26, 2025 • 20min
Climbing Toward Better Fitness with Katie Lawton, MEd
Have you ever looked at gravity-fighting workout machines such as stair steppers and vertical climbers and wondered if they’re worth the effort (and sweat)? Here’s your quick answer: They are. Find out why in this podcast featuring exercise physiologist Katie Lawton.
Feb 19, 2025 • 33min
Dyslexia: A Challenge That Can Be Overcome with Allison Poore, M.A.,CCC-SLP
Dyslexia is a learning disability that disrupts how the brain processes the written language. It’s a significant issue for many people. The good news? There are solutions to get past it and achieve, as speech-language pathologist Allison Poore shares in this podcast.
Feb 12, 2025 • 55min
Nutrition Essentials | Marathon Training: How to Use Nutrition as Running Fuel with Tamanna Singh, MD
Marathon planning often focuses on weekly mileage goals to get you race-ready. But if nutrition isn’t a big part of your preparation, you’re in danger of falling flat long before you reach the starting line. Find out what should be on your training table in this Nutrition Essentials podcast with cardiologist and marathon runner Tamanna Singh and registered dietitian Julia Zumpano.
Feb 5, 2025 • 20min
How Booze Affects Your Snooze with Nancy Foldvary-Schaeffer, DO
A beer, glass of wine or cocktail may sound like a relaxing way to end the day, but it’s a bad start to a good night’s sleep. That’s because alcohol can undermine the quality of your sleep once you close your eyes, as sleep medicine specialist Nancy Foldvary-Schaefer explains.
Jan 29, 2025 • 16min
The Risks and Rewards of a ‘Type A’ Personality with Grace Tworek, PsyD
Ambition and a quest for perfection often define someone with a Type A personality. Unfortunately, so does pressure and stress. Listen in as psychologist Grace Tworek explains how to maximize the best traits of being a Type A while managing any negatives.
Jan 22, 2025 • 16min
Is Your Kid Too Sick to Go to School? with Kristin Barrett, MD
Your kid woke up with a runny nose, cough and sore throat. Is that enough to keep them home from school? Pediatrician Kristin Barrett has some tips to help you make that judgment call as to whether they should stay or go.
Jan 15, 2025 • 44min
Nutrition Essentials: Are You Risking Your Health Using Artificial Sweeteners? with Stanley Hazen, MD, PhD
Saving a few calories by eating foods with artificial sweeteners could put your health at risk. Research shows a close association between erythritol (a common artificial sweetener) and increased chance of a heart attack or stroke. Find out more in this Nutrition Essentials podcast with Dr. Stanley Hazen and registered dietitian Julia Zumpano.
Jan 8, 2025 • 21min
Fitness Faceoff: Cardio vs. Strength Training with Katie Lawton, MEd
Some people think the only good workout is a cardio workout. Others believe that muscle-burning strength workouts is the best choice. So which side is right? We asked exercise physiologist Katie Lawton to weigh in.
