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Learn how laughter can soothe your body and mind. Manage my newsletter.   HOUSECALL Mayo Clinic named America's #1 Best Hospital by U.S. News & World Report Vol. 16, Issue 37 | May 7, 2015   THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES     Stress relief from laughter? It's no joke Laughter is powerful stress-relief medicine. Learn the short- and long-term benefits. Then discover how to fire up your sense of humor.     Aging parents: 8 warning signs of health problems   Whether you live close to your parents or far away, you want to be sure they're taking care of themselves. Here are some signs that they may need help.           EXPERT ANSWERS   Menopause hormone therapy: Who shouldn't take it? For women with heart disease or other conditions, hormone therapy isn't a good option for treating menopause symptoms. Detox diets: Do they work? Detox diets are popular, but they're unproven and may have side effects. Get the facts.   PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ... Allergies and asthma: Double trouble Slide show: 5 healthy recipes for fresh fruit Low blood pressure (hypotension) Head pain: 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.   Calorie calculator Mayo Clinic healthy weight pyramid     NOW BLOGGING   Living with diabetes: Tips for diabetes caregivers Caring for someone with diabetes can be a struggle for friends and family members. Here are some helpful tips.     MAYO CLINIC PRODUCTS & SERVICES   Complete approach to good health With this easy-to-follow guide, discover what to do at home for more than 120 of today's most common health problems. Mayo Clinic Book of Home Remedies provides useful facts and practical tips for staying healthy — even a list of medicine-cabinet staples to always have on hand so that you're prepared for an accident or illness. You'll find this book an excellent resource that you and your family will use time and time again. Order your copy today!     HEALTHY RECIPES   Dilled pasta salad with spring vegetables Crab salad Rhubarb pecan muffins Strawberry shortcake   HEALTH TIP OF THE WEEK   Strength training: How many sets? When it comes to strength training, there's nothing magical about three sets. In fact, a single set of 12 repetitions can generally build muscle just as efficiently as can multiple sets of the same exercise. So if you're short on time, try this approach: Work your major muscle groups two or three times a week. Do a single set of each exercise, using a weight or resistance level heavy enough to tire your muscles after about 12 repetitions.   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     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 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.