Also, why you exercise, expert answers on monkeypox, olfactory retraining, strawberries and cream, and much more.

Gout diet: What's allowed and what's not
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Gout is a painful form of arthritis that occurs when high levels of uric acid in the blood cause crystals to form and accumulate in and around a joint. A gout diet may help decrease uric acid levels. This diet isn't a cure. But it may lower the risk of recurring gout attacks and slow joint damage.

COVID-19 updates & resources

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Ask yourself why you want to exercise
This is an important first step for anyone who is stuck in the vicious cycle of a sedentary lifestyle.

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A monkeypox Q & A with a Mayo Clinic expert 
How is monkeypox spread, who should get tested, and could it become a new sexually transmitted infection?

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Olfactory retraining
This process offers hope for COVID-19 patients who have lost their sense of taste or smell.

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Get information on making an appointment at Mayo Clinic, including online and telephone options.

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Book: “Cook Smart, Eat Well”
Learn how to cook smart to eat well, create foods you’ll savor and recipes like these blackened fish tacos you’ll come back to again and again.
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“Just want to talk” group
This group is where you can talk about any health condition and general health issues. Share your story or ask questions.

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Strawberries and cream
Strawberries are a good source of vitamin C and potassium. Here they're paired with amaretto liqueur and fat-free sour cream for a low-fat dessert.

 
 
 
 
 

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