In this issue: 10 steps to lower blood pressure, mosquito bite basics, bloating, belching and more.

Learn 10 tips to lower your blood pressure numbers. Manage my newsletter.   HOUSECALL Mayo Clinic named America's #1 Hospital by U.S. News & World Report Vol. 16, Issue 50 | June 22, 2015   THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES     10 ways to control high blood pressure without medication From moving more to watching your waistline, you can do a lot to lower high blood pressure — without pills. Try these 10 tips.     Mosquito bites   As much as you may enjoy warm weather, so do mosquitoes. See how to soothe those itchy bumps and keep from getting bitten.           EXPERT ANSWERS   Do I really need an annual eye exam to prevent diabetic macular edema? Regular eye exams are key in preventing diabetes-related eye problems. Don't skip your yearly screening. Treating recurring multiple myeloma This type of cancer forms in plasma cells. If it keeps coming back, your doctor might suggest these treatment options.   PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ... Bloating, belching and intestinal gas: How to avoid them Electrical burns: First aid Living better with rheumatoid arthritis Flatfeet     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.   Heart disease risk calculator BMI calculator     NOW BLOGGING   Nutrition-wise: Dietary phosphorus: How much is too much? Phosphorus is naturally present in many things you eat, but it's also added to processed foods. Are you getting more of this nutrient than you bargained for?     MAYO CLINIC PRODUCTS & SERVICES   Relief for America's epidemic of indigestion Did you know 1 in 3 Americans regularly experiences some type of digestive difficulty — such as heartburn, gas, stomach acid or constipation, or a serious digestive disease such as Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis? Without a doubt, digestive problems are a day-to-day concern. Fortunately, Mayo Clinic can provide answers with Mayo Clinic on Digestive Health. Learn more.     The 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.     HEALTHY RECIPES   Vegetable and garlic calzone Fettuccine with clams, basil, tomato, corn and garlic Polenta with fresh vegetables Pineapple cream cheese pie with berries   HEALTH TIP OF THE WEEK   Stop warts from spreading If you have warts, you can spread the virus to other places on your own body. Here's how to stop the spread: 1. Don't brush, clip, comb or shave areas with warts. 2. Don't use the same file or nail clipper on warts as you use on healthy nails. 3. Don't pick at warts. If you can't keep your hands off, cover your warts with an adhesive bandage. 4. Wash your hands carefully after touching your warts.   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.