In this issue: Food poisoning first aid, broken heart syndrome signs, phantom smell sources and more

HOUSECALL Mayo Clinic is ranked #1 in the nation. Vol. 19, Issue 35 | April 30, 2018   THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES     First aid: Foodborne illness The recent romaine lettuce E. coli outbreak has affected dozens of people in different states. Can you recognize the signs of food poisoning? And do you know who's particularly at risk?     Obstructive sleep apnea   Simple nighttime snoring may signal something more serious: obstructive sleep apnea. Find out about this sleep disorder and see why it can lead to excessive daytime tiredness.           EXPERT ANSWERS   NSAIDs: Do they increase my risk for heart attack and stroke? It may be risky to take some common pain medications. Get the facts about dosing and discover other ways to ease discomfort. Phantosmia: What causes olfactory hallucinations? Learn the reasons why you may detect smells that aren't really present in your environment. Protein shakes: Good for weight loss? Despite what the makers of protein shakes claim, the drinks aren't the best way to shed those extra pounds. Here's why.   PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ... Broken heart syndrome Dermabrasion Video: Mammogram for breast cancer — What to expect Slide show: Office stretches     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   Mayo Clinic on Healthy Aging Take charge of your future and achieve perhaps the best health of your life. Mayo Clinic on Healthy Aging can show you how. With this book, discover how to avoid major illness and reduce your chances of disease. Plus, get better sleep, maintain optimal vision, boost immunity and more. No matter what your age, you can continue to enjoy good health, happiness and an active lifestyle. Learn how.     HEALTHY RECIPES   Chicken cordon bleu Brown-sugared pork tenderloin stir-fry Caramelized onion chicken pizza   HEALTH TIP   Bad breath? Drink more water If your morning breath seems to last all day, you may not be drinking enough water. Keeping your mouth moist helps wash away food particles and bacteria, which helps tame bad breath. Chewing gum (preferably sugarless) or sucking on candy (again, sugarless) can help, too. If you have chronic dry mouth, your dentist or doctor may recommend an artificial saliva preparation or an oral medication that stimulates the flow of saliva.   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.