In this issue: The top health threats, abs-toning move, defining 'gluten-free,' acid reflux and more

Manage my newsletter. HOUSECALL Vol. 14, Issue 35 | August 28, 2013 THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES Women's health: Prevent the top threats Which health threats loom largest in your life? Find out how to reduce your risk. Men's health: Prevent the top threats Find out what you need to know to avoid heart disease, cancer and other major threats to men's health. EXPERT ANSWERS Acid reflux and GERD: The same thing? Acid reflux and GERD are closely related, but the terms aren't necessarily interchangeable. Fitness ball exercises: Good for my abs? To add variety and challenge to your workout, try a fitness ball. It can be a great way to tone your abs and core muscles. PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ... Mammogram Rosacea Teens and sex: Protecting your teen's sexual health Jock itch TRUSTED HEALTH TOOLS Use these simple calculators and self-assessments for personalized health tips. Heart disease risk Prostate assessment Health screening guidelines NOW BLOGGING Nutrition-wise: FDA defines 'gluten-free' A new regulation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration defines the term "gluten-free" and how it may be used on food labels. MAYO CLINIC PRODUCTS & SERVICES Discover better health through better weight management If you've been told you are at risk of diabetes, or already have type 2 diabetes, this book can help. The Mayo Clinic Diabetes Diet is devoted to the single most effective step you can take to improve your condition. Lose weight and improve your blood sugar in a safe, healthy way. Learn more. HEALTHY RECIPES Beef and vegetable kebabs Rice and beans salad Citrus salad Peach floats HEALTH TIP OF THE WEEK Include food safety in your Labor Day party plans If you're planning a party, put food safety at the top of your to-do list: 1. Leave food sitting out no longer than two hours. 2. Keep hot foods hot with a buffet server or warming dish. Periodically check the temperature of the food with a food thermometer. 3. Keep cold foods cold by placing the serving dish in a bowl of ice. 4. Choose serving containers carefully. Metal insulates heat and cold better than glass does. Need practical advice on diet and exercise? Want creative solutions for stress and other lifestyle issues? Discover even more healthy lifestyle topics at MayoClinic.com. Mayo Clinic is a not-for-profit organization and proceeds from Web advertising help support our mission. Mayo Clinic does not endorse any non-Mayo products and services advertised. Advertising and sponsorship policy Connect with Mayo Clinic For more of our reliable health information and tools, visit us at MayoClinic.com. 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 Create Hope and Healing Create hope and healing with a gift to Mayo Clinic. Mayo Clinic is a nonprofit organization and every dollar of your gift goes to funding the lifesaving research, outstanding patient care and critical medical education our patients and their families will be counting on this year. Please consider making a gift today. Thanks for joining our mailing list, buzzhairs.health@blogger.com, for Mayo Clinic HOUSECALL. REMOVE me from this list | Add me to this list | Customer service ©2013 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905. All rights reserved.