In this issue: Perfect picnics, muscle pain relief, weight training tips, meatless meals and more.

Eating less of this may make your heart healthier. Manage my newsletter.   HOUSECALL Mayo Clinic named America's #1 Best Hospital by U.S. News & World Report Vol. 16, Issue 43 | May 28, 2015   THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES     Meatless meals: The benefits of eating less meat Beside saving money, going meatless a few times a week may also help your heart. Here are some easy and tasty swaps to make.     Weight training: Do's and don'ts of proper technique   Take advantage of weight training's benefits — less fat, more strength, better muscle tone and greater bone density. Avoid common mistakes and prevent injury with these tips.           EXPERT ANSWERS   Hoodia: Does this dietary supplement help weight loss? Hoodia manufacturers say the supplement controls appetite, but where's the evidence to back up these claims? Do I really need an annual eye exam to prevent diabetic macular edema? Regular eye exams are an important tool for preventing diabetes-related eye complications. Don't skip your yearly screening.   PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ... Muscle pain Ulcerative colitis Quit-smoking medicines: Boost your chance of success Salmonella infection     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: Ingredients for the perfect picnic Celebrate the season with a picnic. These tips on prepping food, choosing the right spot and more can help ensure that your outing is safe and fun.     MAYO CLINIC PRODUCTS & SERVICES   Try Mayo Clinic Health Letter today and get a free special report Don't miss this special offer. 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 arthritis. With this report, discover how you can reduce pain, overcome obstacles and lead an active life. Order now!     SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT   Interactive Webinar: Amyloidosis — What Patients Need to Know Join us on June 4 at noon CT for a live, interactive webinar as Mayo Clinic specialists provide an overview of amyloidosis. Cardiologist Martha Grogan, MD, and hematologists Prashant Kapoor, MD, and Nelson Leung, MD, will discuss tests and evaluations, treatment options and how to manage your symptoms. Participate in a question and answer session following the presentation. Register here.     HEALTHY RECIPES   Fresh tomato soup with crispy herb toasts Seared scallops with new potatoes and field greens Baby minted carrots Cod with lemon and capers   HEALTH TIP OF THE WEEK   Take your sandals to the gym, pool To protect your feet from athlete's foot and foot warts (plantar warts), don't go barefoot in public areas. Make sure to wear waterproof sandals or shower shoes in communal showers, pools, locker rooms and fitness centers.   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.