Mayo Clinic Minute - November 2017 Archives

People with Type 1 diabetes can't produce insulin on their own, which used to mean a lifetime of getting poked with needles constantly to check ...

Your body needs some fat to function normally. However, not all fats are created equal, and it’s wise to choose the healthier options whenever possible. ...

You may have heard that fermented foods, such as sauerkraut or the fermented tea drink kombucha, are good for your health. Dr. Joseph Murray, a Mayo ...

There is no cure for Alzheimer's disease. But, over the past decade, researchers have learned a lot about factors that may contribute to the disease. ...

How easy is it for you to crawl around on the floor? And, once you're down there, are you able to get back up again? ...

While it may be tempting to have another round of Thanksgiving leftovers – or any snack – before you turn in tonight, you may regret ...

You use them to wipe, scrub and clean, but have you ever wondered how clean the sponge you're using to clean everything else in your ...

Many diseases are passed from generation to generation, and sharing information about your family's health history may help keep your loved ones healthy. Dr. Judy ...

About 3 million Americans have atrial fibrillation (A-fib). And while blood thinners can drastically decrease their stroke risk, new research shows the drugs could damage ...

Amazon Alexa is giving voice to the first-aid information on mayoclinic.org. Mayo Clinic has introduced a voice-driven software application – what Amazon calls a ...

If you're using the American Cancer Society's Great American Smokeout as part of an effort to quit smoking, join Drs. J. Taylor Hays and David Midthun on Friday, Nov. 17, from ...

To avoid severe allergic reactions to peanuts, the American Academy of Pediatrics has recommended that children under 3 should not eat peanut products. Dr. Gerald ...