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Vol. 21, Issue 22 | March 16, 2020
 
THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES  
 
Coconut oil for weight loss: Does it work?
While the promises of coconut oil's weight-loss benefits sound great, the research is less clear. Find out whether adding the oil (which is essentially solid at room temperature) to your diet will help you drop those extra pounds.
 
 
Boot camp workout: Is it right for you?  
Fitness buffs are signing up for boot camp workouts modeled on old-school military training. What's the appeal? Improved strength, endurance and agility. Are you up to the challenge?
 
     
 
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Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)
Know the signs and symptoms and when to seek medical treatment.
Free blood pressure machines: Are they accurate?
There are better ways to get a reliable blood pressure reading than with the machines in drugstores and supermarkets.
 
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Adapted from the No. 1 New York Times bestseller, The Mayo Clinic Diabetes Diet is designed to help you start losing weight quickly with a total lifestyle approach. Mayo Clinic doctors agree losing weight is the single most effective step you can take to manage type 2 diabetes if you have it, and reduce your chances of getting it if you are at risk. Don't hesitate, order today!
 
 
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The Mayo Clinic Diet online is more than a weight-loss plan. It's a lifestyle approach for bettering your overall health. Get convenient access to helpful guidance from Mayo Clinic experts and achieve better health this new year. Get started today!
 
 
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HEALTH TIP
 
Keep your breakfast cereal healthy
Dry cereal can be a good option for breakfast, at home or on the go. If you make healthy choices, that is. Three key features to consider are fiber, calories and sugar. Choose cereal that has at least 3 grams of fiber a serving, but aim for 5 or more. Aim for cereal with less than 160 calories a serving if you're dieting. And because many cereals, even those for adults, can be high in added sugar, avoid those that list sugar among the first few ingredients.
 
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