Cleveland Clinic Health Essentials Podcast

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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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Dealing With the Challenges of Breast Cancer Treatment with Tiffany Onger, MD

Apr 24 2024 16 mins  
Treatment for breast cancer can be followed by fatigue, sleepless nights, brain fog and other quality-of-life issues. Coping with these matters can be a critical part of the healing process. In this podcast, oncologist Tiffany Onger offers tips to get you through that difficult time.

How To Respond When Teens Self-Harm with Zeyd Khan, MD

Apr 17 2024 19 mins  
Nearly 1 in 5 teens engage in some form of self-harm, whether it’s cutting, scratching, burning or another kind of physical hurt. It’s behavior that can be shocking and scary. Listen in as adolescent psychiatrist Zeyd Khan explains what may trigger self-harm and what you can do to help

Heart Health and Diet: How They’re Connected with Julia Zumpano, RD and Leslie Cho, MD

Apr 10 2024 32 mins  
The next time you sit down for a meal, think about the food on your plate: What’s there will go a long way toward determining how well your cardiovascular system functions. Let’s take a closer look at the relationship between diet and heart health in this podcast with cardiologist Leslie Cho and registered dietitian Julia Zumpano.

Facelifts: Can They Turn Back Time? with James Zins, MD

Apr 03 2024 30 mins  
Aging makes its mark on everyone at some point. Consider facelifts an eraser. The popular cosmetic procedure can smooth out wrinkles and tighten sagging skin. Learn more about this surgery and what it can (and can’t) do for you in this podcast with Dr. James Zins.

Snack Time! Healthy Options for the Kiddos with Hanna Leikin, RD

Mar 27 2024 20 mins  
Your kids just got home from school -- and THEY ARE HUNGRY. Waiting for dinner is not an option. They need to eat NOW. So what can you drag out for a healthy snack that won’t ruin their appetite for later? Pediatric nutritionist Hanna Leikin shares some ideas in this podcast.

Why Do We Have Nightmares? with Alaina Tiani, PhD

Mar 20 2024 20 mins  
One in 20 people experience a nightmare at least once a week – a statistic that is more than a bit terrifying. So why do bad dreams lurk in our subconscious? Listen in as Dr. Alaina Tiana scares up an explanation and offers tip to find a more peaceful dreamland.

A Generational Change in Drinking Habits with Akhil Anand, MD

Mar 13 2024 15 mins  
Research shows that Generation Z is drinking far less alcohol than previous generations. So what’s behind this trend – and does that mean alcohol and drug use worries are disappearing? Let’s break the topic down in this podcast with addiction psychiatrist Akhil Anand.

Flexibility: The Key to Fitness Katie Lawton, MEd

Mar 06 2024 16 mins  
Exercise routines often focus on building muscle so you can get bigger, faster and stronger. But there’s something else far less sexy in the workout world that deserves your time and attention. Listen in as exercise physiologist Katie Lawton explains the importance of flexibility.

Answers for Test Anxiety with Ethan Benore, MD

Feb 28 2024 19 mins  
Does your kid get extremely nervous before a big test? If so, they’re not alone: Test anxiety is at an all-time high among students. Try some of these tips from pediatric psychologist Ethan Benore to help children relax and perform their best on test day.

Botox Injections 101: 10 Minutes to Look 10 Years Younger with James Zins, MD

Feb 21 2024 18 mins  
Millions of people a year turn to Botox injections to erase wrinkles and signs of aging on their faces. But how exactly does this time machine procedure work? And do the results last? Get your answers in this chat with Dr. James Zins, emeritus chair and section head of cosmetic surgery at Cleveland Clinic.