In this issue: Organic foods, stress relief, low back pain, whole-body vibration workout and more.

Get the facts on organic food: Is it worth buying? Manage my newsletter.   HOUSECALL Vol. 15, Issue 18 | April 7, 2014   THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES     Organic foods: Are they safer? More nutritious? Understand the differences between organic food and traditionally grown food when it comes to nutrition, safety and price.     Need stress relief? Try the 4 A's   When your stress level exceeds your ability to cope, you need to restore balance. Here are four strategies that may help.           EXPERT ANSWERS   Tarlov cysts: A cause of low back pain? It's possible for Tarlov cysts to cause back pain, but it's not common. Whole-body vibration: An effective workout? Whole-body vibration can offer some fitness and health benefits, but it's not clear if it's as good for you as regular exercise.   PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ... 7 signs and symptoms not to ignore Alli weight-loss pill: Does it work? Bedsores (pressure sores) Kegel exercises: A how-to guide for women     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.   Mayo Clinic healthy weight pyramid Calorie calculator     NOW BLOGGING   Nutrition-wise: Take a whole-diet approach to preventing heart disease A whole-diet approach, such as the Mediterranean diet, is more effective for preventing heart attacks than low-fat, low-cholesterol diets.     MAYO CLINIC PRODUCTS & SERVICES   Best treatment strategies for arthritis Today's arthritis options are more effective than ever before, and understanding the condition is key to controlling it. In our new book, Mayo Clinic on Arthritis, you'll discover better medications, improved treatments and self-care tips. This practical knowledge can help you explore your best treatment strategies for leading an active life. Learn more.     Pain Management Advisor Are you dealing with chronic pain? Stay informed of the latest advances in pain management from Mayo Clinic experts with our e-newsletter, Pain Management Advisor. Join this FREE service today.     HEALTHY RECIPES   Broiled scallops with sweet lime sauce Green beans with red pepper and garlic Pasta salad with mixed vegetables Fruited rice pudding   HEALTH TIP OF THE WEEK   Shopping for shoes? To find shoes that fit properly, try these tips: 1. Have your feet measured. Shoe size can change as you age. 2. Ask the salesperson to measure both feet. If one foot is larger than the other, try on a pair that fits your larger foot. 3. Shop for shoes in the early afternoon after you've been walking for some time, when your feet are at their largest.   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, 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.