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THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES

Echinacea: Is it effective for the common cold?
Echinacea may slightly reduce the duration and severity of cold symptoms, but the effect may be too minor to notice. Is it worth a try?


Barriers to fitness: Overcoming common challenges
Sticking to a regular exercise schedule may not be easy for you. Boredom, embarrassment and a lack of time often get in the way. Try these practical strategies to stay on track.

EXPERT ANSWERS

Raw water: Risky fad?

Concerns over lead and other contaminants in tap water have led to the dangerous trend of drinking unprocessed or raw water.

Heart disease prevention: Does oral health matter?

While there appears to be some link between an unhealthy mouth and heart disease, more research is needed to understand it.

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	Mayo Clinic Minute: Telestroke technology in ambulances
	Eating disorders
	Bullous pemphigoid
	Peptic ulcer
	Meatless recipes

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HEALTHY RECIPES

	Seafood gumbo
	Citrus remoulade
	Creole-style black-eyed peas

HEALTH TIP

A spoonful of sugar helps the veggies go down

Looking for a new way to prepare veggies? Try glazing. Pour 1 1/2 cups water into a saucepan. Add 1/2 cup each of chopped onion, carrot, turnip and potato, all cut into 1-inch pieces. Simmer uncovered until veggies are tender and the water is almost absorbed, about 15 minutes. Sprinkle with 2 teaspoons sugar and 1 teaspoon olive oil. Turn heat up and continue to cook, shaking pan until veggies are glazed and slightly golden. Serve.

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