Cleveland Clinic Health Essentials Podcast

ADHD medications are widely used and often very effective – but they also come with questions. What do drugs like Ritalin and Adderall actually do? Why are there so many options? How do doctors decide which one to prescribe? We ask Dr. Carrie Cuffman for answers. 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!

Infrared saunas aren’t as hot as traditional saunas, but they deliver many of the same health and wellness benefits. So, what can you get out of those lights? Find out in this podcast featuring functional medicine specialist Melissa Young.

Ever wonder how college athletes fuel up to power their performance? Learn the nutritional secrets to their success in this podcast with sports medicine dietitian Carly Sedlacek, RD, who shares the tips she gives on campus to help you up your game.

Binge eating is a common eating disorder that’s frequently misunderstood, minimized or even hidden. In this podcast, we talk with psychologist Susan Albers about the condition and how mindful eating habits can help you overcome 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!

ADHD doesn’t look the same in every child – and symptoms are often vastly different between boys and girls. In this podcast, pediatric developmental behavior specialist Carrie Cuffman breaks down the wide range of signs that may point to ADHD. 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!

GLP-1 medications for weight loss are designed for long-term use, but many people stop taking them within a year. So, what happens when you stop? Get your answer in this podcast featuring endocrinologist and obesity medicine specialist Peminda Cabandugama. 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!

Genetic testing can offer important information about your breast cancer risk. What does a positive test mean – and what should you do with that information? Find out in this podcast with Dr. Lakshmi Khatri, director of Cleveland Clinic’s Medical Breast Center. 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!

Recovering from a concussion is a process – and it’s important to follow it step by step to minimize damage. Learn more about treating sports-related head injuries in this podcast featuring Dr. Richard Figler, director of Cleveland Clinic’s Concussion Center. 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!

In ancient times, people often used olive oil for better skin and hair. Is it worth trying today? Listen in as dermatologist Amy Kassouf discusses whether olive oil could be the missing ingredient in beauty routines. 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!

Many healthy eating plans encourage adding seafood to your plate. But with so many fish in the sea, which ones qualify as better choices? We go casting for answers with 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!

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!

It’s estimated that 1 in 7 people have chronic kidney disease, meaning their kidneys are beginning to lose function. So, what can you do to take care of these essential organs? Urologist Jorge Gutierrez has some advice you’ll want to hear.

As marijuana use has become more mainstream, it has brought an increase in people dealing with cannabis use disorder (CUD). Learn more about CUD and how it can be addressed in this conversation with addiction psychiatrist Jared Harp. 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!

Learn more about Cleveland Clinic’s new Sports Essentials podcast and meet co-host Dr. Lauren Wichman, a sports medicine specialist. Listen in as part of your workout routine to help reach your short-term and long-term fitness goals. 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 goal in the game of life is to play for as long as possible. Proper nutrition can serve as a sort of cheat code to keep you going. In this podcast, Dr. Ronan Factora and registered dietitian Julia Zumpano explain how to get a dietary power boost to help you age well. 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!

Should you eat that berry or mushroom found along a hiking trail? Or even touch certain plants? It’s important to know the answers to these questions before you start adventuring. We asked Dr. Chris Bazzoli, a wilderness medicine specialist, to offer some advice to keep us safe. 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!

Aging brings a lot of changes to your body – and new allergies might be one of them. So, how could spring blooms or a plate of shellfish suddenly bring reactions you never experienced before? Allergist Dylan Timberlake joins us to explain. 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!

Getting extra protein seems to be a dietary trend these days. But before you push your protein intake too high, though, you might want to consider what that means for your kidneys. Find out more in this podcast featuring nephrologist Juan Calle. 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 fats make you fat? Is organic food worth buying? Can you eat healthy on a budget? Get the answers to these questions and more in a myth-busting conversation with 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!

Tickborne illnesses have experienced an epidemic-level rise in the past few decades as tick populations grew and expanded into new regions. How can you guard against being bitten? Dr. Chris Bazzoli, a wilderness medicine specialist, shares 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!

When it comes to how often you should shower, once a day is typically fine. But skipping a day isn’t bad at times – and neither is doubling up if you need extra scrubbing. We’ll break it all down in this podcast with dermatologist Shilpi Khetarpal.

Weight loss is often the goal for those taking GLP-1 medications. But in some cases, people shed more than just pounds. They also lose hair. Listen in as endocrinologist Kathy Zhou explains why this could happen and how it might be avoided. 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!

Intestinal failure can undermine your body’s ability to absorb nutrients from food you eat. Dietary adjustments can help rehab your gut to restore function. Find out how it happens in this podcast featuring Dr. Donald Kirby 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!

If you’ve ever had a kidney stone, it’s safe to say you never want to repeat the painful experience. Thankfully, there are simple things you can do to limit your risk, as Dr. Jorge Gutierrez explains in this episode of the podcast.

A control freak can leave you feeling powerless as your thoughts and ideas get trampled. Over time, it can take a toll on your self-esteem. But there are ways to navigate this dynamic and protect your point of view, as psychologist Susan Albers 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!

If eating food with gluten gives you a bellyache, you could be dealing with one of these three conditions: celiac disease, gluten sensitivity or a wheat allergy. Learn the similarities and differences of each in this podcast featuring Dr. Claire Jansson-Knodell. 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!

Workouts tend to be well-planned. It pays to give the same attention to what you eat before and after you break a sweat. Listen in and get your exercise nutrition plan in place with the help of Dr. Erik Van Iterson 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!

IV vitamin therapy delivers a high-dose cocktail of vitamins and nutrients directly to your bloodstream – and the practice is growing in popularity. Explore the pros and cons of this trending treatment with functional medicine specialist Melissa Young.

Returning home for the holidays or an event can be wonderful, but revisiting your past can be difficult. There’s even a term for the uneasiness it may bring: Hometown anxiety. Learn how to manage those feelings in this podcast featuring psychologist Susan Albers. 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!