In this issue: Herbal supplements, headaches and stress, summer recipes, loose joints and more.

Get the lowdown on herbal supplements. Manage my newsletter.   HOUSECALL Vol. 15, Issue 48 | July 21, 2014   THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES     Herbal supplements: What to know before you buy Some herbal supplements — including ones labeled as "natural" — can be dangerous. So do your homework and get the facts first.     Headaches: Reduce stress to prevent the pain   Headaches seem worse when you're under stress — and stress by itself can cause headaches. Learn ways to relax to avoid pain.           EXPERT ANSWERS   Do infrared saunas have any health benefits? Find out how infrared saunas differ from traditional saunas and if they offer benefits beyond relaxation. Joint hypermobility: What causes loose joints? In most people, joint hypermobility causes no problems and requires no treatment.   PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ... Summer recipes: Celebrate the season Prostatitis Weight training: Improve your muscular fitness Retinal detachment     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.   BMI calculator Heart disease risk calculator     NOW BLOGGING   Nutrition-wise: Most women and young children should eat more fish The FDA has new advice for women and children about fish. Find out about the guidelines.     MAYO CLINIC PRODUCTS & SERVICES   How to protect and preserve your vision Good vision is vital for daily activities and a good quality of life. That's why doctors and medical editors at Mayo Clinic have developed this second edition of Mayo Clinic Guide to Better Vision. Discover recent advances in eye health to help you improve, protect and preserve your vision. Learn more.     Lose weight online! The Mayo Clinic Diet is designed to help you lose 6 to 10 lbs. in 2 weeks. Try it free for 7 days!     HEALTHY RECIPES   Shrimp marinated in lime juice and Dijon mustard Salad greens with pears, fennel and walnuts Grilled salmon on sourdough bread Sauteed fresh corn   HEALTH TIP OF THE WEEK   Bad cut? You may need a tetanus shot Minor cuts and scrapes usually don't require medical attention. But if your wound is deep or dirty and your last tetanus shot was more than five years ago, ask your doctor about getting a tetanus booster. Get the booster as soon as possible after the injury.   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.