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Vol. 19, Issue 29 | April 9, 2018
 
THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES  
 
Organic foods: Are they safer? More nutritious?
There are more and more organic foods in the supermarket these days. Is choosing them worth it when it comes to nutrition, safety and price?
 
 
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)  
If vacation plans are in your future, stay safe before you even arrive. Sitting for long stretches in a car or plane raises your risk for blood clots. Help avoid them with these tips.
 
     
 
EXPERT ANSWERS
 
Craving and chewing ice: A sign of anemia?
Iron deficiency or other nutritional problems may make you want to chew ice. Here's what you should know.
Menopause hormone therapy: Follow-up appointments?
Find out how often your doctor should check your hormone therapy regimen.
Psoriasis treatment: Can fish oil supplements reduce symptoms?
Learn whether taking fish oil supplements can help ease the inflammation, itching and scaling of psoriasis.
 
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HEALTHY RECIPES
 
Chicken salad with Thai flavors
Pasta with spinach, garbanzos and raisins
Pork medallions with herbes de Provence
 
HEALTH TIP
 
Is your diet hurting your heart?
When you eat, your body converts any calories it doesn't need right away into triglycerides. The triglycerides are stored in your fat cells. If you regularly eat more calories than you burn, you may have high triglycerides. The higher your triglycerides, the higher your risk for heart disease. The solution? Healthier habits. Choose nutritious foods, such as fruits and vegetables. Scale back your portion sizes. Include physical activity in your daily routine.
 
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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