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Vol. 19, Issue 55 | July 9, 2018
 
THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES  
 
Integrative medicine: Evaluate CAM claims
If you're considering a complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) treatment, such as an herbal supplement, do your homework first. Here's how to weed out misinformation.
 
 
Work-life balance: Tips to reclaim control  
Married to your work? Balancing time at your job and time at home may help you feel less stressed and healthier. Try these helpful suggestions.
 
     
 
EXPERT ANSWERS
 
Probiotics and prebiotics: What you should know
Probiotics are "good" bacteria that may help treat or prevent illness. Should you include them in your diet?
Ankle weights for fitness walkers: Good idea?
If walking is a part of your fitness routine, skip the ankle weights and simply pick up the pace. Here's why.
 
PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ...
Gout
Sun allergy
Animal bites: First aid
Cellulite
CPAP machines: Tips for avoiding 10 common problems
 
 
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.
 
Heart disease risk calculator
Mayo Clinic healthy weight pyramid
 
 
MAYO CLINIC PRODUCTS & SERVICES
 
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
 
Answers. Support. Connections.
Have you been diagnosed with sleep apnea and need to start using a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine? Meet others coping with sleep conditions on Mayo Clinic Connect. Ask questions, share tips and discover solutions. Get connected on Connect.MayoClinic.org today.
 
 
HEALTHY RECIPES
 
Gluten-free hummus
Chicken salad with pineapple and balsamic vinaigrette
Watermelon-cranberry agua fresca
 
HEALTH TIP
 
Snoring solution: Sleep on your side
Sleep on your side to help prevent snoring. Lying on your back allows your tongue to fall backward into your throat, which narrows your airway and partially obstructs airflow. To stay off your back, try sewing a tennis ball in the back of your pajama top. This uncomfortable trick will remind you to roll over.
 
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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