In this issue: Hearing loss answers, reflexology for less stress, herbal supplement safety and more.

Just how safe are herbal supplements? Manage my newsletter.   HOUSECALL Mayo Clinic ranked #1 in more specialties than any other hospital in the nation Vol. 16, Issue 77 | September 28, 2015   THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES     Herbal supplements: What to know before you buy Herbal supplements aren't new — plants have been used as remedies for thousands of years. Still, these products may not be right for you.     Hearing loss   How common is hearing loss? Almost 1 in 2 people older than age 65 have it. Discover the culprits and what kinds of help are available.           EXPERT ANSWERS   What is reflexology? This treatment, in which pressure is applied to spots on the feet, hands and ears, may ease stress. Should people with atrial fibrillation participate in physical activity? One study showed that moderate exercise is safe for people with atrial fibrillation, but check with your doctor first.   PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ... Senior health: How to prevent and detect malnutrition Avoid chronic hives triggers Interstitial lung disease Video: 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.   Heart disease risk calculator BMI calculator     NOW BLOGGING   Going the distance: Mama said there'll be days like these On good days, it's easy to go with the flow. But how do you handle the times when things don't go as planned?     MAYO CLINIC PRODUCTS & SERVICES   Discover 4 simple steps to live a resilient, joy-filled life The Mayo Clinic Handbook for Happiness is a great companion to The Mayo Clinic Guide to Stress-Free Living. Anchored in science and accessible to everyone, this book focuses on building resilience to stress and difficulty through a simple 4-step plan. Learn more.     SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT   Free Webinar — Interstitial Lung Disease and Transplant Once interstitial lung disease scarring occurs, it's generally irreversible. Medications may slow the damage, but many people never regain full use of their lungs. Lung transplant is an option for some people. Learn more during our free, interactive webinar at noon CT on Sept. 30. Register here.     HEALTHY RECIPES   Buckwheat pancakes Turkey or chicken stove-top casserole over toast White chicken chili Baked apples with cherries and almonds   HEALTH TIP OF THE WEEK   Walking with ankle weights? Stop! A well-rounded fitness program includes both aerobic exercise and strength training. But skip the ankle weights. Ankle weights may strain your ankle joint and leg muscles, which could increase the risk of injury. You can do some leg strengthening with repetitions of sitting then standing, walking uphill or taking the stairs. To get more out of your walking routine, simply pick up the pace. If you're in good shape, you might incorporate short bursts of jogging into your regular brisk walks. If you're less fit, you might alternate leisurely walking with periods of faster walking.   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.