In this issue: Aging parents, quick breakfasts, disconnecting for less stress, liver spots and more.

How to tell if aging parents are in good health. Manage my newsletter.   HOUSECALL Vol. 15, Issue 23 | April 24, 2014   THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES     Aging parents: 7 warning signs of health problems Concerned about your aging parents' health? Use this guide to gauge how they're doing — and what to do if they need help.     Healthy breakfast: Quick, flexible options   Don't skip breakfast because you're short on time. Try these fast and healthy ideas.           EXPERT ANSWERS   Triclosan: Is it safe? Triclosan is found in many products. Understand the safety concerns. Weight loss: Better to cut calories or exercise more? Understand how calorie restriction and exercise help you meet weight goals.   PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ... Age spots (liver spots) Personal health record: A tool for managing your health Anxiety Video: Lunge exercise     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.   Calorie calculator Heart disease risk calculator     NOW BLOGGING   Stress: Disconnect to get more done As distractions add up, productivity takes a nose dive. When you have an important task, put aside everything else, including your phone, to get it done.     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!     HEALTHY RECIPES   Black bean burgers with chipotle ketchup Cauliflower mashed 'potatoes' Gazpacho with garbanzo beans Orange dream   HEALTH TIP OF THE WEEK   Veggie tip: Vegetable pita pockets Want a new way to enjoy fresh vegetables? Make your own vegetable pita pockets. In a small bowl, add cauliflower and broccoli florets, sliced green onions, diced tomatoes and cucumbers, and 1 1/2 teaspoons low-fat buttermilk or ranch salad dressing. Cut 1 whole-wheat pita bread in half and fill each half with the vegetable mixture and 1 tablespoon crumbled feta cheese. Warm in the microwave for about 40 seconds.   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, wahdaz.5stepquitsmoking@blogger.com, for Mayo Clinic HOUSECALL.   REMOVE me from this list | Add me to this list | Customer service   © 2014 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905. All rights reserved.