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Vol. 13, Issue 3
January 18, 2012 Dear Subscriber, Alternative medicine is popular, but make sure to do your homework when considering these therapies. Get advice from Mayo Clinic experts. Also this week, find help on diabetes topics such as blood glucose meters, erectile dysfunction and diabetes, and psychological insulin resistance, and see how to prevent exercise-induced asthma. Thanks for subscribing. Sincerely, The team at MayoClinic.com
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Featured Topic Alternative Medicine Complementary and alternative medicine: Evaluate treatment claims Complementary and alternative medicine is becoming mainstream, but it's not risk-free. Use these tips to make sure the treatment you choose is safe and effective. Herbal supplements may not mix with heart medicines Many herbal supplements interact with medications for cardiovascular disease. Some of these interactions can be life-threatening. Massage: Get in touch with its many health benefits Stressed out? Muscles ache? A massage might be what you need. But get the facts first. Books & Newsletters Discover effective relief from chronic pain and other conditions that conventional medicine just doesn't have complete answers for right now. "Mayo Clinic Book of Alternative Medicine" is your guide to proven remedies with therapies that treat your whole person — body, mind and spirit. Get your copy today. Highlights Antidepressants: Safe during pregnancy? Some antidepressants might not be appropriate to take when you're pregnant. Understand the options for treating depression during pregnancy. Blood glucose meter: How to choose Learn how to find a blood glucose meter that fits your needs and lifestyle. Erectile dysfunction and diabetes: Take control today Erectile dysfunction is a common problem for men who have diabetes — but it's not inevitable. Make prevention a priority. Inhalant abuse: Is your child at risk? Inhalants are commonly available, inexpensive — and potentially lethal. Here's what you need to know about huffing and other types of inhalant abuse. Lung CT scan for cancer: Should you be screened? A Mayo Clinic specialist explains why lung CT scans may reduce your risk of dying of lung cancer. Featured Tools Symptom Checker Foot pain? Headache? Sore throat? Skin rash? Use the Symptom Checker to find out what's causing your symptom. Did You Know? Mayo Clinic is a not-for-profit medical institution dedicated to patient care, education and medical research. Proceeds from advertising and the sale of Mayo Clinic books and newsletters support Mayo Clinic's mission. Share our passion for science and health. Please consider a gift to Mayo Clinic. Click here to donate. Now Playing: Slide Show Radiation therapy treatment planning Before you begin radiation therapy, your treatment team leads you through radiation simulation. Find out what's involved in radiation therapy treatment planning. Healthy Recipes Cod with lemon and capers Cornmeal-crusted sole with chili vinaigrette Savory buckwheat pilaf with toasted spices Seared endive Now Blogging Alzheimer's: Get a fresh start every day in lieu of making resolutions Living with cancer: Healthy weight important for cancer survivors Living with diabetes: Psychological insulin resistance stems from fear Pregnancy and you: Prenatal genetic screening: Is it right for you? Stress: Prioritize daily goals and yearly resolutions Books & Newsletters Fibromyalgia can severely impact the quality of your life. When you are looking for help to manage the symptoms, it can be confusing if you don't have the information you need. This DVD, "Mayo Clinic Wellness Solutions for Fibromyalgia," can help you sort out effective therapies available from traditional medicine and alternative health. See what you can do to manage fibromyalgia now. Expert Answers with Mayo Clinic specialists Acute sinusitis: Do over-the-counter treatments help? Allergy medications and pregnancy: What's safe? Celiac disease: Can gluten be absorbed through the skin? Eggs: Are they good or bad for my cholesterol? GERD: Can certain medications increase severity? Health Tip Of The Week Walking for fitness: Get in gear When walking for exercise, dress in loosefitting, comfortable clothing. Wear layers if you need to adjust to changing temperature. If you walk outside, choose clothes appropriate for the weather. Avoid rubberized materials because they don't allow perspiration to evaporate. Wear bright colors or reflective tape after dark so that motorists can see you. Need practical advice on diet and exercise? Want creative solutions for stress and other lifestyle issues? Try a daily dose of healthy lifestyle tips from MayoClinic.com. Receive the tips through your favorite RSS reader. Health Digest A wrap-up of this week's other new and updated information Exercise-induced asthma Melanoma Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma Placental abruption Varicocele Now Playing: Video How to measure blood pressure using a manual monitor Watch this video to learn how to measure blood pressure using a manual monitor. For more of our reliable health information and tools, visit us at MayoClinic.com. PLEASE DO NOT REPLY TO THIS MESSAGE. For questions or comments, please contact Customer Service. 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