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Vol. 18, Issue 53 | July 3, 2017
 
THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES  
 
Choking: First aid
A piece of food is often the culprit when someone is choking. Do you know the "five and five" approach or the Heimlich maneuver? Learning these techniques could help save someone's life.
 
 
Mosquito bites: Prevention  
Scratching mosquito bites and feeling itchy can ruin a summer day. Here's how to avoid getting bitten in the first place.
 
     
 
EXPERT ANSWERS
 
Hypothyroidism: Should I take iodine supplements?
Find out why iodine supplements usually aren't necessary in the United States or most developed countries.
Adult acne: Can natural hormone treatments help?
Hormones likely play a role in the development of adult acne, but they normally aren't the root cause of the skin condition.
 
PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ...
Video: Picnic problems — high sodium
Eye injury: Tips to protect vision
Weight loss: 6 strategies for success
Slide show: Core-strength exercises with a fitness ball
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HEALTHY RECIPES
 
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Health-boosting nutrients
Antioxidants — such as vitamins C and E, and carotenoids — may help protect cells from damage caused by free radicals. Other naturally occurring antioxidants include flavonoids, tannins, phenols and lignans. Plant-based foods are the best sources. These include fruits and vegetables — and their juices, whole-grain products, nuts, seeds, herbs and spices, and even cocoa.
 
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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