In this issue: Holiday recipes, tidings of stress, first aid kits, weight-loss drugs and more.

Need holiday recipe ideas? Look no further. Manage my newsletter.   HOUSECALL Mayo Clinic named America's #1 Best Hospital by U.S. News & World Report Vol. 15, Issue 90 | December 15, 2014   THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES     Holiday recipes: Celebrate with healthy, festive fare Holiday foods don't have to be bad for you. Mix and match these recipes for healthy and delicious meals.     First-aid kits: Stock supplies that can save lives   A well-stocked first-aid kit can help prepare you for common injuries and emergencies. Here's how to assemble ones for your home and car.           EXPERT ANSWERS   What is BPA? Should I be worried about it? Heard about BPA but not sure what it is? See what products it's in and explore possible alternatives if you're concerned about safety. Thin skin? Added protection helps Fragile or thin skin is a fairly common problem, especially in older adults.   PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ... Video: Modified push-up Preventing anaphylaxis if you have food allergies Water retention: Relieve this premenstrual symptom Prescription weight-loss drugs: Can they help you?     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.   Calorie calculator Mayo Clinic healthy weight pyramid     NOW BLOGGING   Stress: Tidings of stress and frustration Here's a reminder not to backslide on your stress management efforts during the holidays.     MAYO CLINIC PRODUCTS & SERVICES   How to prevent, control and live well with diabetes If you are among the 29 million Americans who have diabetes, obtaining and using accurate, practical information is essential to your future health. And if you are among the 86 million who are at risk of diabetes, arming yourself with knowledge is essential to avoiding it. With The Essential Diabetes Book from Mayo Clinic, discover the best ways we know to prevent or manage diabetes. The information in this book could save your life. Learn more.     HEALTHY RECIPES   Chickpea polenta with olives Spinach dip with mushrooms Shrimp marinated in lime juice and Dijon mustard Fresh tomato crostini   HEALTH TIP OF THE WEEK   Winter workouts: Dress for the elements Want to take your winter workout outdoors? Dress in layers that you can remove as you start to sweat and then put back on as needed. Start with a thin layer of synthetic material, such as polypropylene, which draws sweat away from your body. Next try fleece for insulation. Top this with a waterproof, breathable outer layer. If it's very cold, wear a face mask or a scarf over your mouth to warm the air before it enters your lungs. Remember to wear a hat and gloves, too.   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     Help us find the answers Support Mayo Clinic; donate now. Your support changes lives.     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, dr.samah.saied.ahmed@gmail.com, for Mayo Clinic HOUSECALL.   REMOVE me from this list | Add me to this list | Customer service   © 2014 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905. All rights reserved.