In this issue: COVID-19 and your mental health, weight-loss hypnosis, healthy cooking for singles and more

Worries and anxiety about COVID-19 and its impact can be overwhelming. Social distancing makes it even more challenging. Learn ways to cope during this pandemic.

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Mental health How is COVID-19 affecting you? Mental health How is COVID-19 affecting you? Worries and anxiety about COVID-19 and its impact can be overwhelming. Social distancing makes it even more challenging. Learn ways to cope during this pandemic. Read more

Weight-loss hypnosis: Does it work? Weight-loss hypnosis might be another weight-loss tool, but don't forget the basics. Read more › Advertisement Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. Advertising & Sponsorship Policy | Opportunities | Ad Choices Spastic colon: What does it mean? This term is sometimes used to refer to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) — but how accurate is it? Read more › Pacifiers: Are they good for your baby? Is it OK to offer your baby a pacifier? Know the pros and cons. Read more ›

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HEALTHY TIPS & RECIPES Aging and immune decline: Destiny or dynamic? Mayo scientists, along with researchers from around the world, hope new findings will help patients live healthier lives, for longer. Learn more Aging and immune decline: Destiny or dynamic? Mayo scientists, along with researchers from around the world, hope new findings will help patients live healthier lives, for longer. Learn more Want to get more active? Try an activity tracker Want to get more active and fit? Use an activity tracker. You can buy activity trackers online and at most fitness and sporting goods stores. Learn more Want to get more active? Try an activity tracker Want to get more active and fit? Use an activity tracker. You can buy activity trackers online and at most fitness and sporting goods stores. Learn more Trusted health tools Use these simple calculators and self-assessments for personalized health tips. BMI Calculator | Calorie Calculator Trusted health tools Use these simple calculators and self-assessments for personalized health tips. BMI Calculator | Calorie Calculator Symptom checker Use our Symptom Checker to explore possible causes of your symptoms based upon Mayo Clinic's patient care experience. Check symptoms Symptom checker Use our Symptom Checker to explore possible causes of your symptoms based upon Mayo Clinic's patient care experience. Check symptoms Zesty tomato soup Tomatoes are a good source of the antioxidant lycopene. Lycopene is best absorbed when the tomatoes have been cooked. See recipe Creamy cheesy macaroni This healthier version of macaroni and cheese has more fiber and less fat but still delivers the desired cheesy flavor and creamy texture. See recipe

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