In this issue: Mayo Clinic Diet, depression, 10 health foods and more

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Vol. 13, Issue 1
January 4, 2012 Dear Subscriber, Happy New Year! For many of you, it's time to make a resolution or two and try to stick with them. If one is the perennial favorite "lose weight," then check out the Mayo Clinic Diet, a lifestyle program for successful weight loss and improved health. Also this week, find out how to support a depressed family member or friend, see if "herbal viagra" is safe, take a look at 10 great health foods, and more. Thanks for subscribing. Sincerely, The team at MayoClinic.com
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Featured TopicThe Mayo Clinic Diet The Mayo Clinic Diet: A weight-loss program for life The Mayo Clinic Diet is a different approach to weight loss. It's a lifestyle that can help you maintain a healthy weight for a lifetime. The Mayo Clinic Diet on Facebook Books & Newsletters Welcome to "The Mayo Clinic Diet"! Bogus Mayo Clinic diets have been circulating for decades, but their popularity told us that people are craving a diet based on Mayo's research and clinical experience. In working with our patients, we've identified the leading habits of people who maintain a healthy weight, and the habits of those who don't. We've used this research to develop a plan for weight loss, and ultimately better health. Plus, we've made it an easy step-by-step program because what works is keeping it simple! Learn more. Highlights Depression: Supporting a family member or friend When someone you care about has depression, your support can be a big help to them. Here's what you can do. Hormone therapy: Is it right for you? Hormone therapy was once routinely prescribed to fend off menopausal symptoms and serious diseases. Then, reports of its risks made headlines. What's the real story? Secondhand smoke: Avoid dangers in the air It may be someone else's smoke, but the risks are yours. Consider simple steps for avoiding secondhand smoke. 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. Healthy Recipes Butternut squash and plantain mash Honey crusted chicken Poached pears Sweet ginger tisane Books & Newsletters With this updated and expanded edition of the James Beard Foundation award-winning "New Mayo Clinic Cookbook," you'll discover elegantly simple ideas for healthy eating and entertaining. Flavor comes first. The new approach to eating well is full of enjoyment and satisfaction. This stunning book offers more than 350 pages of helpful tips and information, menu-planning ideas, and hundreds of recipes you'll make time and again. Get your copy today! Now Blogging Alzheimer's: Dementia caregivers celebrate the imperfect us Living with cancer: New year good time for cancer survivors to make new plan Stress: Being connected to others boosts your resiliency Expert Answers with Mayo Clinic specialists 'Herbal viagra': Is it safe? Noni juice: Can it reduce cholesterol? Rheumatoid arthritis: Can it affect the lungs? Health Tip Of The Week 10 great health foods Here are 10 foods that are rich in vitamins and essential nutrients, and better yet, they're easy to find in local stores. Add two or three to your grocery list and enjoy: 1. Almonds. 2. Apples. 3. Blueberries. 4. Broccoli. 5. Red beans. 6. Salmon. 7. Spinach. 8. Sweet potatoes. 9. Vegetable juice. 10. Wheat germ. 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 Aging: What to expect as you get older Arthritis pain: Creams and gels for aching joints Erectile dysfunction and diabetes: Take control today 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. If you no longer wish to receive Mayo Clinic Housecall, click here to unsubscribe: Unsubscribe. Or you may visit the Housecall subscription services page to SUBSCRIBE, UNSUBSCRIBE or CHANGE your email address. Visit the Housecall archive to read past issues. Please feel free to forward this newsletter to a friend.
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