In this issue: 7 fingernail problems, free ways to get fit, contaminated fish dangers and more

HOUSECALL Mayo Clinic is ranked #1 in the nation. Vol. 19, Issue 27 | April 2, 2018   THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES     Fitness for less: Low-cost ways to shape up Don't let gym membership costs keep you from working out. There are lots of affordable — and even free — ways to get fit.     Hearing aids: How to choose the right one   Almost half of people older than age 65 have some hearing loss. Fortunately, today's hearing aids come in a variety of styles with many features. See which type is best for you.           EXPERT ANSWERS   Fish and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) PCBs are chemicals that can pollute lakes and waterways — and end up in the fish caught there. What are the health risks? Nasal spray addiction: Is it real? What some call nasal spray addiction is actually rebound congestion. Learn how to prevent it. Coping with excess information How do you handle the incessant stream of information coming at you each and every day?   PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ... Slide show: 7 fingernail problems not to ignore Tooth abscess Appendicitis Weight loss: 6 strategies for success     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.   BMI calculator Mayo Clinic healthy weight pyramid     MAYO CLINIC PRODUCTS & SERVICES   Easy, effective steps to reduce stress and discover happiness Did you know your brain has mechanisms that actually cause stress and keep you from feeling happy? Renowned Mayo Clinic physician Amit Sood, M.D., has created two resources based on neuroscience and psychology. These books empower you with proven methods that train your brain to be happier and handle stress more effectively in 10 weeks or less. Learn more.     Hundreds of slimming recipes! The Mayo Clinic Diet is designed to help you lose 6 to 10 pounds in two weeks with recipes and meal plans.     HEALTHY RECIPES   Beef stroganoff Spicy ground turkey tacos Broiled grouper with teriyaki sauce   HEALTH TIP   What's considered moderate alcohol use? Moderate alcohol use for healthy adults means up to one drink a day for women of all ages and men older than age 65, and up to two drinks a day for men ages 65 and younger. One drink is 12 ounces (355 milliliters) of beer, 5 ounces (148 milliliters) of wine or 1.5 ounces (44 milliliters) of distilled spirits (80 proof).   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     © 2018 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905. All rights reserved.