Cleveland Clinic Health Essentials Podcast

Walking pads allow you to get in thousands of slow-moving steps while at your work desk. But here’s the question: Can these simple treadmills make a health and fitness difference? Exercise physiologist Chris Dempers has your answer.

There’s a long-held belief that birth order – whether a child is the oldest, youngest or somewhere in the middle -- sets the stage for kids to develop certain traits. Let’s take a closer look at the theories with pediatric psychologist Kate Eshleman.

Powdered greens keep increasing in popularity, but is there any nutritional value left in veggies once they’ve been dried and pulverized? Registered dietitian Julia Zumpano has your answer in this podcast.

Complex medications known as biologics have transformed psoriasis care over the past two decades. Learn more about how and when this emerging treatment is used to manage the skin condition in this podcast with dermatologist Anthony Fernandez.

Science can make you feel better. That’s the idea behind biohacking, a DIY approach to self-care that uses everything from lifestyle changes to high-tech tools to improve your health. Explore the movement in this podcast with functional medicine specialist Melissa Young.

Stressful times can leave your skin feeling dry, red and itchy. In this podcast, learn the connection between stress and eczema plus the steps you can take to undo it. Dermatologist Gowri Kabbur explains.

Misunderstanding and misinformation often define how we think of autism spectrum disorder. Listen in as we separate fact from fiction with the help of Dr. Carrie Cuffman, a pediatric specialist in developmental behavior.

Your bones may be stronger than steel, but they need your help to stay sturdy. What you eat affects your long-term bone health and can prevent or limit osteoporosis. Listen in as registered dietitian Julia Zumpano shares what food will make your inner skeleton smile.

Keeping a dream journal can help you understand what your subconscious is trying to tell you while you sleep. It may even reveal deep secrets about yourself over time. Curious? Then let’s take a closer look at dreams with psychologist and sleeping medicine specialist Alaina Tiani.

Want to run healthier, longer and faster? The secret may to be embrace slow running. Evidence suggests that slowing down while training can bring huge benefits. Learn more in this podcast with sports cardiologist and marathon runner Tamanna Singh.