In this issue: Walking and your waistline, outwitting burnout, avoiding food poisoning and more.

Get walking to help keep your weight in check. Manage my newsletter.   HOUSECALL Mayo Clinic named America's #1 Best Hospital by U.S. News & World Report Vol. 15, Issue 92 | December 22, 2014   THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES     Walking: Trim your waistline, improve your health Walking can be an ideal low-impact exercise, helping with weight, mood, balance and more. Get tips on how to stay motivated.     Gluten-free recipes   Cooking gluten-free takes a little planning, but it's not as daunting as it might seem. Here are some meal ideas.           EXPERT ANSWERS   Eye exam: Is a laser retina scan worthwhile? A laser retina scan can complement a traditional eye exam, but it's usually not necessary. Flu vaccine: Safe for people with egg allergy? If you're allergic to eggs, you still may be able to receive the flu vaccine.   PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ... Alcohol use: If you drink, keep it moderate Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) Chewing tobacco: Not safer than cigarettes Food-borne illness: First aid     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 Calorie calculator     NOW BLOGGING   Stress: Outwitting burnout Too many people asking too much of you? Try these tips for guarding your time and sanity.     MAYO CLINIC PRODUCTS & SERVICES   Mayo Clinic Health Letter Each month we publish practical, reliable information on the health topics that concern you most. Get your risk-free trial issue today.     The new Mayo Clinic Diet online Food serving sizes are misleading. The Mayo Clinic Diet will help you keep portions in check, yet still enjoy delicious foods this holiday season.     HEALTHY RECIPES   Pork chops with black currant jam sauce Fava beans with garlic Baby minted carrots Fruitcake   HEALTH TIP OF THE WEEK   Want healthier recipes? Swap ingredients! A simple switch of ingredients can turn fatty family favorites into healthy dishes. Substitute turkey bacon or lean prosciutto for bacon. Replace sour cream with fat-free plain yogurt. Try lean ground turkey or chicken instead of ground beef. And use applesauce or prune puree for half of the called-for butter, shortening or oil in baked goods.   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.