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Vol. 19, Issue 102 | December 20, 2018
 
THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES  
 
Holiday weight: How to maintain, not gain
When you're trying to lose weight, tasty treats during the holiday season may pose a threat to your goals. Give these expert-approved weight management tips a try.
 
 
Oral health: A window to your overall wellness  
Did you know that problems in your mouth can affect the rest of your body? See why paying attention to oral health is so important.
 
     
 
EXPERT ANSWERS
 
Cellphones and cancer: What's the risk?
Listen up. Many years' worth of studies on cellphones and cancer have yielded conflicting results.
Aerobic exercise: What's the best frequency for workouts?
Find out if it's better to do aerobic exercise in short bursts or longer sessions.
 
PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ...
Infographic: Back pain
Carotid endarterectomy
Alcoholic hepatitis
Video: A very happy brain
Appetizer recipes
 
 
TRUSTED HEALTH TOOLS
 
Use our Symptom Checker to explore possible causes of your symptoms based upon Mayo Clinic's patient care experience.
 
Use these simple calculators and self-assessments for personalized health tips.
 
BMI calculator
Heart disease risk calculator
 
 
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Discover 4 simple steps to live a resilient, joy-filled life!
The Mayo Clinic Handbook for Happiness is a great companion to The Mayo Clinic Guide to Stress-Free Living. Anchored in science and accessible to everyone, this book focuses on building resilience in the face of stress and difficulty through a simple four-step plan. Learn more.
 
 
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
 
Back pain? You're not alone
Back and neck pain, scoliosis, ankylosing spondylitis and degenerative disc disease are just a few of the conditions people are talking about on Mayo Clinic Connect. Get connected today.
 
 
HEALTHY RECIPES
 
Chicken tamales
Italian meatballs
Quibebe soup
 
HEALTH TIP
 
Too sick to exercise?
The common cold doesn't have to keep you on the sidelines. Mild to moderate exercise is usually OK if your symptoms are all above the neck, such as a runny nose, nasal congestion, sneezing or a minor sore throat. However, if your symptoms are below the neck, such as chest congestion, a hacking cough or an upset stomach, delay your workout. And don't exercise if you have a fever, fatigue or widespread muscle aches.
 
Need practical advice on diet and exercise? Want creative solutions for stress and other lifestyle issues? Discover even more healthy lifestyle topics at MayoClinic.org.
 
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