In this issue: Pumpkin trivia - 10 facts about this fall favorite and more.

Hormone replacement therapy and your heart Manage my newsletter.   HOUSECALL Mayo Clinic ranked #1 in more specialties than any other hospital in the nation Vol. 16, Issue 81 | October 12, 2015   THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES     Hormone replacement therapy and your heart If bothersome menopause symptoms are leading you to consider hormone therapy, be aware of the risks and how to limit them.     Oral health: Brush up on dental care basics   Daily brushing and flossing are nothing new, but are you using the right techniques? Here's how to keep your smile bright and your mouth healthy.           EXPERT ANSWERS   Weight-loss hypnosis: Does it work? Weight-loss hypnosis might be another tool to help you drop unwanted pounds, but don't forget the basics. Lupus: How does it affect my kidneys? About half the people who have systemic lupus erythematosus develop some form of kidney inflammation, but its effect on the kidneys can be hard to predict.   PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ... Joint pain: When to see a doctor Gluten-free recipes Hay fever Burns: First aid     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   Pumpkin trivia - 10 facts about this fall favorite The arrival of harvest season brings to mind carving pumpkins and baking pumpkin pies. While you're designing jack-o'-lanterns or digging into your favorite pumpkin recipe, entertain family and friends with these pumpkin facts.     MAYO CLINIC PRODUCTS & SERVICES   Mayo Clinic Going Gluten-Free Making a lifestyle change isn't easy. This new book offers the science-based guidance you need if you have considered going gluten-free. Get tips and advice from Mayo Clinic gastroenterologists and experts to help you through the journey.     Risk factors for heart attack There are certain factors that contribute to an increased risk of heart attack. Find ways you can improve or eliminate many of these risk factors.     HEALTHY RECIPES   Portobello and blue cheese salad Chicken adobo soup with bok choy Chickpea polenta with olives Orange dream   HEALTH TIP OF THE WEEK   Quit smoking: Celebrate your successes Quitting smoking is hard, so reward yourself for your successes. Made it through the day without a cigarette? Treat yourself to something special. Made it through the week? Count how much you've saved by not buying cigarettes. Use the savings for a special treat or invest the money for the future. Reward yourself for not smoking by doing something you enjoy every day, such as spending extra time with your children or grandchildren, going to a ballgame, soaking in the tub, or watching a movie. Each small success can help you reach your goal to quit smoking for good.   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, sononui.cancer@blogger.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.