15-Minute Meal: Mediterranean Fish Steaks!

May 08, 2018 Enjoy Food, Lose Weight Want to stop obsessing about food and overcome bad eating habits? Now you can with The Mayo Clinic Diet online. Get the support, expert advice and healthy, delicious recipes you need to be successful. Sign up today! "You can't control everything that happens to you, but you can control how you react to it."— Amit Sood, M.D. Healthy Recipe Mediterranean white fish steaks Want to spend less time in the kitchen and more time actually sitting down enjoying your meal? We thought so. This Mediterranean fish dinner is quick and easy to prepare. Plus, it uses common ingredients that you likely already have in your fridge. After you take your first bite, you'll see that a light, healthy meal with simple flavors can be delicious and rewarding. Bon appetit! Get the recipe now » Get Fit Exercise: Is it time to mix it up? What's the best exercise for you? For starters, it's the one you'll do. To stay motivated and challenged, try something new. These four questions may get you thinking about what you can do to expand your range of physical activities and help you stay committed. Get inspired to move » Today's Healthy-Eating Tip Expand your food horizons Eating habits can be hard to change, but with patience and effort, you can succeed. Here's one way: Expand your horizons. Maybe you think you don't like fruit, but have you tried them all? Keep trying new things, and you're bound to find some keepers. ADVERTISEMENT Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. Advertising & Sponsorship: Policy | Opportunities Ads by Swoop Possible RA? Find A Prescription Treatment For Moderate or Severe RA Psoriasis Treatment Explore a Treatment Option for Moderate to Severe Plaque Psoriasis Relapsed Multiple Myeloma - Updated Treatment Option Info See the Updated Superiority Study Results in this Relapsed MM Treatment Option. Help For Adult Depression Discover A Treatment Option For Major Depressive Disorder Today. Osteoporosis Information Treatment Is Available To Help Manage Postmenopausal Osteoporosis BECOME A MEMBER! The Mayo Clinic Diet on Tuesday May 08, 2018. Copyright 2018 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905. All rights reserved. | Subject to our terms of service and privacy policy

In this issue: 8 heart-healthy diet tips, shopping for sunglasses, tick removal know-how and more

HOUSECALL Mayo Clinic is ranked #1 in the nation. Vol. 19, Issue 37 | May 7, 2018   THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES     Tick bites: First aid For such tiny creatures, ticks can carry big dangers, such as Lyme disease. Learn how to remove a tick safely and why you should seal the bug in a container.     Heart-healthy diet: 8 steps to prevent heart disease   From eating more fruits and veggies to controlling portion sizes, there are many ways to make your meals heart-smart. Try these helpful tips.           EXPERT ANSWERS   Choosing sunglasses: Is UV protection important? When shopping for sunglasses, look for more than just fashionable frames. Here's how to select a pair that will protect your eyes. Hypothyroidism: Can it cause peripheral neuropathy? In rare cases, hypothyroidism can damage your peripheral nerves and result in carpal tunnel syndrome. Get the facts. What alternative treatment options work for psoriasis? Find out which remedies may help ease the uncomfortable itching and scaling of psoriasis.   PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ... Metabolism and weight loss: How you burn calories Frozen shoulder Traumatic brain injury Flatfeet     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   Improve heart health in as little as 10 minutes a day From the heart-health experts at Mayo Clinic, this book could save your life or help you save the life of someone you care about. Mayo Clinic Healthy Heart for Life! offers a simple action-oriented plan to help you improve your heart health and reduce your risk for heart disease. The book identifies all the factors Mayo Clinic doctors know you can use to achieve those ends, organized into 10 easy-to-follow steps. Don't hesitate; order today!     Mayo Clinic Health Letter We'll send you a risk-free issue of Mayo Clinic Health Letter, America's favorite health newsletter, developed by Mayo Clinic doctors. As a bonus gift, we'll send you a free special report on sleep. Order now!     HEALTHY RECIPES   Turkey and broccoli crepe Tossed greens with pasta, fruit and balsamic vinaigrette Lemon pudding cakes   HEALTH TIP   Blood pressure tip: Get more potassium Want to lower your blood pressure? Consume less sodium and more potassium. Sodium increases your blood pressure. Potassium can lessen the effects of sodium on blood pressure. Many fruits and vegetables are good sources of potassium, including bananas, strawberries, cantaloupe, spinach, peas and tomatoes.   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     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 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.

Recipe Makeovers for Your Favorite Foods

May 07, 2018 The Last Diet You'll Ever Need! Want to develop a better relationship with food and adopt lasting, healthy habits? The Mayo Clinic Diet online offers the professional weight-loss advice and support you need to reach your goals and maintain them for a lifetime. Sign up now! "When you reach your goal, reward yourself! Treat yourself to something special."— Edward R. Laskowski, M.D. Healthy Cooking Recipe makeovers: 5 tips for healthier dishes Perhaps the biggest misconception about healthy eating is that you have to give up your favorite foods in exchange for bland and boring dishes — not true. In fact, with just a few minor adjustments, you can make healthy versions of the meals you love without sacrificing flavor. Here are five techniques you can use to help create healthy recipes. Try these simple cooking suggestions » Healthy Living 4 ways to make lasting habits Everyone approaches the process of personal change a little differently. But these key principles can help guide anyone in making healthy habits stick for the long term. Read on to see how you can enjoy a lifetime of healthier living — and a healthy weight! Learn how to adopt healthy habits » Today's Weight-Loss Tip How to handle a lapse A lapse happens when you revert to your old behaviors temporarily. If several lapses have occurred in a short time, it's tempting to think your weight-loss plan is too challenging. Not to worry. A lapse is just that: a short-term bump in the road. To get back on track, don't let negative thoughts take over. Remember: Mistakes happen, and each day is a chance to start anew. ADVERTISEMENT Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. Advertising & Sponsorship: Policy | Opportunities Ads by Swoop Possible RA? Find A Prescription Treatment For Moderate or Severe RA Psoriasis Treatment Explore a Treatment Option for Moderate to Severe Plaque Psoriasis Relapsed Multiple Myeloma - Updated Treatment Option Info See the Updated Superiority Study Results in this Relapsed MM Treatment Option. Help For Adult Depression Discover A Treatment Option For Major Depressive Disorder Today. Osteoporosis Information Treatment Is Available To Help Manage Postmenopausal Osteoporosis BECOME A MEMBER! The Mayo Clinic Diet on Monday May 07, 2018. Copyright 2018 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905. All rights reserved. | Subject to our terms of service and privacy policy

6 Healthy Tips to Enjoy Ethnic Cuisine

May 04, 2018 Get ready for summer! Get ready for summer with the Mayo Clinic Diet. Get started with one free week of the online program. Plus, get "The Mayo Clinic Diet" book for FREE! Sign up today! "Make time to do something you enjoy every day. Think about what makes you feel recharged — maybe it's time spent in nature, quiet meditation or an exercise such as yoga."— Kristin S. Vickers, Ph.D., L.P. Healthy Eating Ethnic cuisine: Tips to making healthy choices Do you have plans to order Chinese takeout or go out for Mexican fare this weekend? Don't worry. You can enjoy your favorite ethnic cuisine on the Mayo Clinic Diet — you just have to know what to look for. These suggestions will help you savor a range of cuisines, while keeping calories, fat, cholesterol and sodium under control. ¡Salud! Learn how to make better choices » Overcome Obstacles 9 ways to curb emotional eating You may turn to food for comfort — consciously or unconsciously — when you're facing a difficult problem, stressed out or just looking to keep yourself occupied. Emotional eating can sabotage your weight-loss efforts by leading you to overeat, especially high-calorie, sweet, fatty foods. Read on to see how you can get a grip on this healthy-eating obstacle. Gain control with these tips » Today's Fitness Tip Bonus benefits of physical activity Need an emotional lift? A workout at the gym or a brisk 30-minute walk can help. Physical activity can help you feel happier and more relaxed. Exercising regularly can also be a great confidence booster. Remember this the next time you're tempted to skip a workout! ADVERTISEMENT Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. Advertising & Sponsorship: Policy | Opportunities Ads by Swoop Possible RA? Find A Prescription Treatment For Moderate or Severe RA Psoriasis Treatment Explore a Treatment Option for Moderate to Severe Plaque Psoriasis Relapsed Multiple Myeloma - Updated Treatment Option Info See the Updated Superiority Study Results in this Relapsed MM Treatment Option. Help For Adult Depression Discover A Treatment Option For Major Depressive Disorder Today. Osteoporosis Information Treatment Is Available To Help Manage Postmenopausal Osteoporosis BECOME A MEMBER! The Mayo Clinic Diet on Friday May 04, 2018. Copyright 2018 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905. All rights reserved. | Subject to our terms of service and privacy policy