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Vol. 18, Issue 76 | September 21, 2017
 
THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES  
 
Whole grains: Hearty options for a healthy diet
How can you tweak snacks and meals so that you feel full and lower your risk for heart disease, diabetes and certain cancers? Swap in whole grains.
 
 
Sickle cell anemia  
September is National Sickle Cell Awareness Month. Get the facts about this inherited blood disorder and treatments that can help you cope.
 
     
 
EXPERT ANSWERS
 
Osteoporosis drugs: A risk for bone problems?
Some medications that help treat osteoporosis may actually increase the chance of bone damage in the jaw and thigh.
Polymyositis: Can it affect my lungs?
Learn about this rare inflammatory disease that causes muscle weakness and may result in breathing problems.
 
PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ...
Menopause: Lifestyle and home remedies
Traumatic brain injury: Symptoms
Chewing tobacco: Not a safe product
Domestic violence against women: Recognize patterns
Slide show: Balance exercises
 
 
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HEALTHY RECIPES
 
Couscous salad
Chicken sausage meatballs
Lemon pudding cakes
 
HEALTH TIP
 
Stuffy nose? Try saline spray
To help relieve nasal congestion, try saline nasal drops. You can buy these drops over-the-counter, and they're effective, safe and nonirritating. They also won't lead to the rebound congestion that sometimes follows the use of nasal decongestants.
 
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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