
Cleveland Clinic Health Essentials Podcast
Cleveland Clinic
Show overview
Cleveland Clinic Health Essentials Podcast has been publishing since 2018, and across the 8 years since has built a catalogue of 403 episodes. That works out to roughly 210 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 22 min and 37 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. It is catalogued as a EN-language Health & Fitness show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 4 days ago, with 21 episodes already out so far this year. Published by Cleveland Clinic.
From the publisher
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.
Latest Episodes
View all 403 episodesNutrition Essentials: What To Eat During Pregnancy with Dr. Cara Dolin, MD
Sports Essentials: Preventing Overhead Shoulder Injuries with Dr. Adam Kimberly PT, DPT, OCS
Are You Pooping Wrong? with Dr. Arielle Kanters, MD
Tips To Prevent Tension Headaches with Andrew Bang, DC
Are You Taking Care of Your Kidneys? with Dr. Jorge Gutierrez-Aceves
What Is Cannabis Use Disorder? w/ Jared Harp, DO
Sports Essentials: Lift Your Performance with Lauren Wichman, MD
Nutrition Essentials | Using Diet To Age Gracefully with Dr. Ronan Factora, MD
Is That Plant Dangerous? with Dr. Christopher Bazzoli, MD
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!
Can You Develop Allergies as an Adult? with Dr. Dylan Timberlake
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!
High-Protein Diets and Kidney Health with Dr. Juan Calle, MD
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!

Nutrition Essentials | Debunking Food and Nutrition Myths with Julia Zumpano
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!
How To Protect Against Tick Bites with Christopher Bazzoli, MD
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!
How Often Should You Shower? with Dr. Shilpi Khetarpal
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.
Can GLP-1 Medications Cause Hair Loss? with Dr. Keren Zhou, MD
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!

Nutrition Essentials | Gut Rehabilitation with Dr. Donald Kirby, MD
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!
Rock-Solid Advice to Prevent Kidney Stones with Dr. Jorge Gutierrez-Aceves
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.
How to Deal with A Control Freak with Dr. Susan Bowling
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!
Celiac Disease vs Gluten Sensitivity vs Wheat Allergy with Dr. Claire Jansson-Knodell
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!

Fueling for Fitness with Erik Van Iterson, Ph.D.
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!