Cleveland Clinic

12/31/2025

There’s increasing recognition of MASH. Most primary care providers, endocrinologists and obesity specialists are proactively screening for it. But you can be your best advocate by talking to your doctor about any concerns.

If your doctor thinks you have MASH, you may need tests to confirm a diagnosis. A hepatologist explains what kind of tests you may need and what those numbers may show.

12/30/2025

Proactive care — from managing appointments and scheduling testing to talking to your doctor about treatment options — can help manage problems before they become serious issues.

You can take proactive steps to help manage MASH. A transplant hepatologist explains how you can take charge of your health.

12/30/2025

Opt for snacks that have protein, fiber and heathy fats to prevent cravings and keep you feeling full and satisfied.

Focused on getting to a healthy weight? Our registered dietitian offers healthy snack ideas, like apples with peanut butter, crunchy kale chips or dark chocolate with almonds.

12/30/2025

If you’re experiencing side effects of HAE treatment, talk to your doctor. They can walk you through all the available options, and help you find the safest, easiest path forward.

Research on hereditary angioedema is advancing fast. That means more medications to pick from. An immunologist breaks down the pros, cons and side effects of common HAE treatments.

12/30/2025

12/30/2025

Your liver plays a key role in how your body processes fats and sugar — and when too much fat collects in your liver, it can lead to inflammation and scarring. That’s why thinking about your overall metabolic health (how well your body creates and uses energy from the food you eat) matters.

How is MASH connected to your metabolic health? A transplant hepatologist explains how obesity can cause MASH and what you can do to improve your health.

12/30/2025

Eccentric exercise and concentric exercise are two different sides of the same coin. They’re often used in combination with each other, but both halves emphasize different muscle movements and speed.

Eccentric training is defined by the elongation or lengthening of muscles. On the surface, it sounds like you’re immediately relaxing from a flexed position — but this isn’t completely accurate. Eccentric movements are meant to be slow and controlled.

When you’re focused on resistance, lowering weight and lengthening your muscles, you benefit from:

Increased muscle control
Increased muscle fiber
Stronger tendons
Improved ability to withstand higher weight
More microtears in muscle, leading to muscle growth and improved endurance
Lower rates of injury
Faster muscle recovery

Concentric movements are defined as the contracting or shortening of muscles. Although these movements tend to be short-lived and explosive, they’re meant to be tightly controlled. They’re often the part of the exercise that most people focus on. It’s the lifting of a bicep curl, the moment you push yourself up from a push-up position and the exploding rise to stand up from a squat.

By focusing on controlled, explosive, fast-acting concentric movements, you benefit from:

Greater functional strength
Increased power
Increased muscle mass
Increased activation of muscle fibers
Improved athletic performance
Long-term muscle activation

12/30/2025

Cold sore triggers vary from person to person, but HSV is an opportunistic infection. That means it rears its ugly head when, for whatever reason, your immune system is too weak to fight it off. Knowing your triggers and seeing your healthcare provider can help you manage — and maybe even cut down on — oral herpes outbreaks. Antivirals can make a big difference for people who get cold sores regularly.

Some of the most common causes of a weakened immune system include:

⚪Illness or infection
⚪Autoimmune conditions
⚪Immunosuppression
⚪Damaged or cracked skin
⚪Extreme temperatures
⚪Hormonal changes
⚪Lip injuries and cosmetic procedures
⚪Lack of sleep
⚪Stress
⚪Food

12/29/2025

Sauerkraut comes with plenty of good-for-you benefits, like helping your digestive system and supporting your heart and brain health.

Sauerkraut is tangy and sour. But is it good for you? Learn how this fermented cabbage can benefit your health.

12/29/2025

If you have a wound that looks like it could leave a lasting mark, talk to a doctor as soon as possible about your options. Timing is important to minimize a scar’s appearance as your skin goes through its year-long remodeling process.

Want to keep a wound from remaining forever as a noticeable scar? Our dermatologist offers tips to minimize marks on your skin.

12/29/2025

After decades caring for animals, Laura developed a severe lung condition.

On Christmas Day, she stepped onto our main campus rooftop, breathing fresh air for the first time after her double-lung transplant.

More on Laura’s story: https://cle.clinic/4aASuXt

12/29/2025

Menstrual cups have become a popular alternative to tampons and pads. Some are long-lasting and reusable, while others are disposable. Ultimately, the only way to know if a menstrual cup will work for you is to buy one and give it a try.