In this issue: 7 reasons to exercise, protein shakes and weight loss, women's health risks and more.

What are the top dangers to women's health? Manage my newsletter.   HOUSECALL Mayo Clinic named America's #1 Best Hospital by U.S. News & World Report Vol. 16, Issue 39 | May 14, 2015   THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES     Women's health: Prevent the top threats Taking steps to avoid the leading threats to women's health is easier than you think. See what you can do today to help stave off heart disease, stroke and cancer.     Exercise: 7 benefits of regular physical activity   Working out can improve your mood, boost your energy and help you sleep better. How many more reasons do you need to get moving?           EXPERT ANSWERS   Protein shakes: Good for weight loss? Despite what manufacturers claim, protein shakes aren't a magic bullet for weight loss. Here's why. Does GPA or MPA run in families? If you have GPA or MPA, you might want to know if your family is at increased risk. A Mayo Clinic specialist weighs in on the topic.   PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ... Mental health: What's normal, what's not Peripheral neuropathy Cellulite Manage the pain of rheumatoid arthritis     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.   Mayo Clinic healthy weight pyramid Calorie calculator     NOW BLOGGING   Nutrition-wise: Dietary supplements: Greater accountability needed Dietary supplement firms don't need FDA approval before they market their products. But the FDA can take action later on if the supplement is found to be unsafe.     MAYO CLINIC PRODUCTS & SERVICES   Best treatment strategies for arthritis Today's arthritis options are more effective than ever before, and understanding the condition is key to controlling it. In Mayo Clinic on Arthritis, you'll discover better medications, improved treatments and self-care tips. This practical knowledge can help you explore your best treatment strategies for leading an active life. Learn more.     HEALTHY RECIPES   Muesli breakfast bars Strawberry banana milkshake Breakfast burrito Three-grain raspberry muffins   HEALTH TIP OF THE WEEK   Have cold sores? Keep them to yourself If you have cold sores, do your part to avoid spreading them to others: 1. Avoid skin-to-skin contact. This includes kissing. 2. Don't share utensils, towels, lip balm or other personal items. 3. Wash your hands before touching your eyes or genital area. 4. Wash your hands before touching another person.   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   © 2015 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905. All rights reserved.