Why You Need to Try This Diet

It's been ranked best overall diet the past few years because it benefits not only your waistline but also your heart. See how it works.

View as a webpage Daily Monday, May 11, 2015 Benefits of the DASH Diet It's been ranked the best overall plan the past few years, because it helps not only your waistline but your heart, too. See how it works. View Slideshow ›   • 20 Foods That Can Save Your Heart   • 15 Ways to Add Flavor Without Fat   • Are You at Risk for a Stroke?   Free Allergy App Stay one step ahead of allergies with our best tips at your fingertips. Download Now › In the News • Ovarian Cancer Survival Odds Improving • Ebola Survivors May Get Eye Disease • Dangerous Diet for Heart Disease? • Higher Altitude May Lead to Lower Weight • Vitamin D Supplements May Help Weight Loss From the WebMD Network • What Is Walking Pneumonia? • Dislocated Shoulder Explained • Get the Facts About High Cholesterol ADVERTISEMENT   ADVERTISEMENT   Featured • See Our Visual Guide to DVT Blood Clots • Birth Control: Know Your Options • Condoms: Does Size Matter? • What Is Your Brain's 'Executive Function'? • 15 Cancer Symptoms Men Ignore Find more of WebMD: About This Email: You are signed up for this WebMD email as dr.samah.saied.ahmed@gmail.com. Don't miss a single email from WebMD -- add health@messages.webmd.com to your Address Book Unsubscribe WebMD Privacy Policy WebMD Office of Privacy | 1201 Peachtree Street, NE | 400 Colony Square, Suite 2100 | Atlanta, GA 30361 © 2015 WebMD, LLC. All rights reserved.

Recipe Makeovers for Your Favorite Foods

May 11, 2015 "When you reach your goal, reward yourself! Treat yourself to something special."— Edward R. Laskowski, M.D. Healthy Cooking Recipe makeovers: 5 tips for healthier dishes Perhaps the biggest misconception about healthy eating is that you have to give up your favorite foods in exchange for bland and boring dishes — not true. In fact, with just a few minor adjustments, you can make healthy versions of the meals you love without sacrificing flavor. Here are five techniques you can use to help create healthy recipes. Try these simple cooking suggestions » Healthy Living 4 ways to make lasting habits Everyone approaches the process of personal change a little differently. But these key principles can help guide anyone in making healthy habits stick for the long term. Read on to see how you can enjoy a lifetime of healthier living — and a healthy weight! Learn how to adopt healthy habits » Today's Weight-Loss Tip How to handle a lapse A lapse happens when you revert to your old behaviors temporarily. If several lapses have occurred in a short time, it's tempting to think your weight-loss plan is too challenging. Not to worry. A lapse is just that: a short-term bump in the road. To get back on track, don't let negative thoughts take over. Remember: Mistakes happen, and each day is a chance to start anew. ADVERTISEMENT 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 or services. Advertising & Sponsorship: Policy | Opportunities BECOME A MEMBER! Thanks for joining our mailing list, dr.samah.saied.ahmed@gmail.com, for the Mayo Clinic Diet on Monday May 11, 2015. REMOVE me from this list | ADD me to this list | Customer service Copyright 2015 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905. All rights reserved. | Subject to our terms of service and privacy policy

In this issue: Calorie cutting, aromatherapy benefits, carpal tunnel relief, protein power and more.

What's the best way to cut calories to lose weight? Manage my newsletter.   HOUSECALL Mayo Clinic named America's #1 Best Hospital by U.S. News & World Report Vol. 16, Issue 38 | May 11, 2015   THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES     Counting calories: Get back to weight-loss basics Need to get a handle on your weight? Try these calorie-cutting food swaps and portion size tips.     Ovarian cancer   In its early stages, ovarian cancer rarely causes any symptoms. Know whether you're at risk so you can be better prepared.           EXPERT ANSWERS   Aromatherapy: Is it worthwhile? Aromatherapy's benefits may include easing anxiety, depression and some chronic health conditions. Too much vitamin C: Is it harmful? Vitamin C is an essential nutrient, but consuming megadoses could be risky.   PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ... Laser hair removal Video: Carpal tunnel symptoms — nonsurgical treatment Stuttering Walking shoes: Features and fit that keep you moving     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: Seniors — Beef it up to prevent muscle loss How much protein is in your diet? You might need to eat more of it to help slow the loss of muscle mass as you get older.     MAYO CLINIC PRODUCTS & SERVICES   Reliable information for a healthier life Great news! Start a healthier you with a trial issue of Mayo Clinic Health Letter. As an added bonus, we'll send you a complimentary special report on arthritis. Get started now!     SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT   Interactive Webinar — What Women Need to Know about Ovarian Cancer Ovarian cancer — often called the "silent" killer — fosters vague symptoms that can lead the disease to go unrecognized until it reaches an advanced, critical stage. Join us on May 12 at noon CT for a live, interactive webinar as Mayo Clinic specialists discuss the signs and symptoms women should be aware of, as well as family history and treatment options. Participate in a question and answer session following the presentation. Register here.     HEALTHY RECIPES   Southwestern wraps Italian flags (tomato and mozzarella salad) Sun-dried tomato, thyme and basil pizza Crispy potato skins   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     Did you know? Mayo Clinic is a not-for-profit medical institution dedicated to patient care, education and medical research. Proceeds from advertising and the sale of Mayo Clinic books and newsletters support Mayo Clinic's mission. Share our passion for science and health. Please consider a gift to Mayo Clinic. Click here to donate.     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.