In this issue: Hearty whole grains, balance moves to prevent falls, signs of brain injury and more

HOUSECALL Mayo Clinic is ranked #1 in the nation. 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     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.   Heart disease risk calculator Mayo Clinic healthy weight pyramid     MAYO CLINIC PRODUCTS & SERVICES   Avoid disabling bone fractures Each year, millions of Americans are diagnosed with or are at risk for osteoporosis. This new edition of the Mayo Clinic Guide to Preventing & Treating Osteoporosis will show you the latest medications, treatment options and practical tips to reduce your risk for a painful fracture. Order yours today!     SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT   You're not alone If you have questions about women's health, you're not alone. Meet women talking about menopause and other health issues that matter to you. Discover your online support network today at Connect.MayoClinic.org.     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.   Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. Advertising & Sponsorship Policy    |    Opportunities     Did you know? Mayo Clinic is a not-for-profit medical institution dedicated to patient care, education and medical research. Proceeds from advertising and the sale of Mayo Clinic books and newsletters support Mayo Clinic's mission. Share our passion for science and health. Please consider a gift to Mayo Clinic. Click here to donate.     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 Discover your Network   Watch on YouTube Patient Stories View More Newsletters     © 2017 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905. All rights reserved.