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Vol. 18, Issue 99 | December 11, 2017
 
THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES  
 
Nuts and your heart: Eating nuts for heart health
Almonds, walnuts — you name it — almost every type of nut has a lot of nutrition in a tiny package. See how adding them to your diet may help your heart.
 
 
DHEA: Evidence for anti-aging claims is weak  
Fans of dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) believe that the supplement can ward off chronic illness and improve physical performance. What does the research show?
 
     
 
EXPERT ANSWERS
 
Plugged ears: What is the remedy?
Learn simple treatments to ease that feeling of fullness or pressure in your ears when you have a cold.
Scalp psoriasis vs. seborrheic dermatitis: What's the difference?
These two common scalp conditions have their own signs and symptoms. Discover what they are.
Walking poles: Good for brisk walking?
Find out how using walking poles can turn your daily stroll into a full-body workout.
 
PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ...
Video: Preventing kidney stones
Testicular exam
Slide show: How your brain works
Bruise: First aid
 
 
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Designed to help you lose 6 to 10 pounds in two weeks! Start with a personalized diet profile now.
 
 
HEALTHY RECIPES
 
Roasted winter squash with wild rice and cranberries
Beef brisket
Cheese latkes
 
HEALTH TIP
 
Perfect holiday? Forget about it!
Adding extensive preparations, such as shopping, baking and entertaining, to your usual daily demands can take the joy out of the holidays. Instead, consider scaling back. Focus on the holiday traditions you enjoy most and skip the rest. Accept imperfections in yourself and in others. Embrace the holiday season with peace and good cheer.
 
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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