In this issue: Belly fat risks, CPR basics, hula hoop exercises, sources of happiness and more.

What does your waistline say about your health? Manage my newsletter.   HOUSECALL Mayo Clinic ranked #1 in more specialties than any other hospital in the nation Vol. 17, Issue 34 | April 28, 2016   THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES     Belly fat in women: Taking — and keeping — it off Having too much belly fat can do more than make it hard to zip up your jeans. Extra weight around your middle also carries health risks.     Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR): First aid   Even if you're not trained in CPR, you still may be able to save a life. Here's what to do if someone's breathing or heartbeat has stopped.           EXPERT ANSWERS   Weighted hula hoops: Hoopla or good exercise? Believe it or not, hula hooping can help you meet your exercise goals and provide aerobic activity. High-protein diets: Are they safe? Considering a high-protein diet for weight loss? Understand the precautions first.   PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ... Video: Mayo Clinic's accessible app Gluten-free recipes Asthma: Steps in testing and diagnosis Slide show: How your brain works     TRUSTED HEALTH TOOLS   Use our Symptom Checker to explore possible causes of your symptoms based upon Mayo Clinic's patient care experience.   Use these simple calculators and self-assessments for personalized health tips.   Mayo Clinic healthy weight pyramid Calorie calculator     NOW BLOGGING   Going the distance: On the path to finding happiness The elusive dream of happiness is determined by your attitude more than anything. See what else is involved.     MAYO CLINIC PRODUCTS & SERVICES   The essential guide to breast cancer Whether you are facing a cancer diagnosis and the challenges of treatment or wish to prevent the disease if you're at high risk, The Mayo Clinic Breast Cancer Book brings you the most accurate, reliable and up-to-date information available. Learn more.     HEALTHY RECIPES   Seared endive Artichokes alla Romana Fava beans with garlic Apple-fennel slaw   HEALTH TIP OF THE WEEK   Avoid rebound nasal congestion Decongestant nasal sprays can help reduce nasal congestion when you have a cold. But after a few days, the lining of your nose may become less responsive to the medication. You may need more and more nasal spray to control congestion. If you stop using the medication, your congestion may get worse. This is known as rebound congestion. What's the fix? If you have rebound congestion, stop using the spray and wait. Call your doctor if you need help. To prevent rebound congestion, use decongestant spray for no more than a few days in a row.   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.   Mayo Clinic is a not-for-profit organization. Proceeds from website advertising help support our mission. Mayo Clinic does not endorse any non-Mayo products and services. Advertising & Sponsorship Policy    |    Opportunities     Give to Mayo Clinic A gift to research at Mayo Clinic is a gift of life. Donate now.     Connect with Mayo Clinic For more of our reliable health information and tools, visit us at MayoClinic.org. Or add us to your social network!   Like us on Facebook Follow on Twitter Follow on Pinterest   Watch on YouTube Patient Stories View More Newsletters       Thanks for joining our mailing list, mantiskhiralla@gmail.com, for Mayo Clinic HOUSECALL.   REMOVE me from this list | Add me to this list | Customer service   © 2016 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905. All rights reserved.