Cleveland Clinic Health Essentials Podcast

Your ears are closely linked to your brain – and we’re not talking about their location on your head. Studies show that hearing loss increases your risk of cognitive decline and dementia. We asked neuropsychiatrist Dylan Wint, a specialist in degenerative brain diseases, to explain why. 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!

Do restless legs keep you up at night? If so, there are simple things you can do that may help you rest easier when you go to bed. Sleep medicine specialist Aparna Bhat offers some simple ways to address restless legs syndrome (RLS) in this podcast. 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!

Newer treatments have made it easier to manage alopecia areata. So, what can you do to limit the sort of patchy hair loss that comes with the condition? We explore the options in this podcast with Dr. Amy Kassouf. 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!

You feel that dreaded “pop” in your knee and instantly know that you’ve torn your ACL. So, what happens next and how long can you expect to be on the sidelines? Find out in this podcast featuring orthopedic surgeon Joe Tramer. 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!

The DASH diet was designed to lower the risk of hypertension (high blood pressure). It’s effective, but there are things you should know about the eating plan before trying it. Learn more in this podcast featuring registered dietitian 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!

To wear socks or not to wear socks to bed? That is the question we tackle in this podcast with Dr. Aparna Bhat, a sleep medicine specialist. And while the decision often comes down to personal choice, science shows one of the options may help you sleep better. 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!

Hemorrhoid issues are very common. They’re also very preventable. Making a few simple adjustments in your day-to-day routine may be all it takes to put the problems behind you, as Dr. Arielle Kanters explains in this podcast. 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!

Nearly 85% of men experience hair loss as they age. The good news? Baldness is not a foregone conclusion. There are ways for guys to protect their hair – particularly with early action. Comb through details in this podcast with dermatologist Chey Ranasinghe. 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!

If you’ve run a marathon, odds are you’ve bonked and collided with the proverbial wall. It’s the point where your energy reserves run out and taking another step seems impossible. So, how do you avoid it to reach the finish line? Physical therapist and marathon runner Jenny Smith has some tips. 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!

Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, is a common condition that can severely affect your day-to-day life. But it can often be managed through diet and other lifestyle adjustments. Find out more in this conversation with gastroenterologist Christine Lee and registered dietitian 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!

Everyone forgets things from time to time. But as you get older, memory lapses start to increase – and with that comes worry about Alzheimer’s disease. So, when does forgetfulness become a real concern? Let’s find out from Dr. Dylan Wint, a specialist in degenerative brain diseases. 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!

Ever wake up gasping for breath, as if you’re choking? If so, you’re likely among the 1 billion people worldwide dealing with sleep apnea. In this podcast, sleep medicine specialist Aparna Bhat explains what causes sleep apnea and how it can be addressed. 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!

What you eat can help ease arthritis symptoms or contribute to the joint pain that comes with the condition. Find out what should be on your daily menu in this conversation with rheumatologist Elaine Husni and registered dietitian 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!

Sports training typically focuses on getting your body ready, but mental preparation can be equally important when it comes to finding athletic success. Learn how to get your head in the game in this podcast featuring sports psychologist Matt Sacco. 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!

Sitting at a desk all day can leave you feeling more than a bit achy. But making small changes to your work setup and routine may be enough to keep the pain away. Listen in as chiropractor Andrew Bang explains the importance of good ergonomics. 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!

If you’ve got allergies, you’ve got options when it comes to over-the-counter medications to relieve your symptoms. Which one should you choose when allergy season hits? Let’s get a shopping list together with the help of allergist Dylan Timberlake. 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!

Can trading one mind-altering substance for another work for addiction recovery? That’s the theory behind the “California sober” harm-reduction approach. Listen in as addiction psychiatrist Jared Harp explains why this method has gained in popularity – and why you might want to think twice about trying it. 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!

Kidney cleanses have gained in popularity within wellness circles, but are they worth trying? Listen in as Dr. Juan Calle joins the podcast to chat about this trend. 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!

Good nutrition during pregnancy can help both the mother and her future baby thrive. So, what should (and shouldn’t) be on the plate? Let’s set a healthy menu with maternal-fetal medicine specialist Cara Dolin and registered dietitian 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!

Overhead shoulder injuries routinely sideline athletes in sports like baseball, swimming, tennis and more. But with a little preventative maintenance on the joint, you can improve your chances of staying in the game. Physical therapist Adam Kimberly has tips you need to hear. 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!

Pooping is something we all do, but very few of us do it efficiently and that can create some issues downstairs. So, how should you be going #2? Colorectal surgeon Arielle Kanters has some advice that goes well beyond Potty Training 101. 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!

A tension headache often feels like there’s a tight band squeezing your head. Not pleasant, right? Well, here’s some good news: There are ways to ease and prevent the brain pain. Find out how in this podcast with chiropractor Andrew Bang. 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!

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way our hospitals function, including the care of expecting moms, their partners and newborns. Ob/Gyn Oluwatosin Goje, MD, discusses everything from pre-birth testing, to navigating appointments and homebirth. She gives insightful advice on birthing plans and what you need to know to have a healthy, happy pandemic pregnancy.

A cold, the flu, bronchitis, a sinus infection – they all make you feel lousy, right? So what’s the difference between all of these winter ailments, and do you need to see a doctor? Family physician Donald Ford, MD, fills you in on what’s behind the myriad infections that can make you miserable this time of year.

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.

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.

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.

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.