Expert Answers http://www.mayoclinic.com/ Mayo Clinic specialists answer health questions. en-us RSSVille ColdFusion FeedMaker, version 1.0 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 02:45:03 GMT Nasal spray addiction: Is it real? http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/nasal-spray-addiction/AN01241/rss=2 Nasal spray "addiction" isn't really an addiction at all. Learn more. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 06:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/nasal-spray-addiction/AN01241/rss=2 Cold or allergy: Which is it? http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/common-cold/AN01229/rss=2 Learn how to tell the difference between common cold and allergy symptoms. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 06:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/common-cold/AN01229/rss=2 Flu germs: How long can they live outside the body? http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/infectious-disease/AN01238/rss=2 Flu germs are more resilient than you may think. Learn how to protect yourself. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 06:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/infectious-disease/AN01238/rss=2 Acrylic nails: Can they harm natural nails? http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/acrylic-nails/AN01261/rss=2 Acrylic nails aren't likely to harm your natural nails, but they can pose a risk of infection. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/acrylic-nails/AN01261/rss=2 Alzheimer's: Can a Mediterranean diet lower my risk? http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/alzheimers-disease/AN02036/rss=2 Alzheimer's — Learn about the benefits of the Mediterranean diet. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/alzheimers-disease/AN02036/rss=2 E. coli: How can I tell if food is contaminated? http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/e-coli/AN01781/rss=2 E. coli doesn't affect the way a food looks, smells or tastes. Sat, 04 Feb 2012 06:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/e-coli/AN01781/rss=2 Healthy chocolate — Dream or reality? http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/healthy-chocolate/AN02060/rss=2 Healthy chocolate? Yes! In moderation, chocolate — especially dark chocolate — may help prevent heart disease. Sat, 04 Feb 2012 06:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/healthy-chocolate/AN02060/rss=2 Multigrain vs. whole grain: Which is healthier? http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/multigrain/AN02047/rss=2 Multigrain means more than one grain, while whole grain means the whole kernel is used. Sat, 04 Feb 2012 06:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/multigrain/AN02047/rss=2 Emphysema: Does cold weather make it worse? http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/emphysema/AN00708/rss=2 In some people with emphysema, breathing cold air can cause narrowing of the airways. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/emphysema/AN00708/rss=2 Cholesterol ratio: Is it important? http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/cholesterol-ratio/AN01761/rss=2 Cholesterol ratio can be used to predict heart disease risk. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 06:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/cholesterol-ratio/AN01761/rss=2 Undigested food in stool: What does it mean? http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/undigested-food-in-stool/AN01743/rss=2 Undigested food in stool generally isn't a problem unless it's accompanied by other symptoms. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 06:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/undigested-food-in-stool/AN01743/rss=2 Healthy heart for life: Avoiding heart disease http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/healthy-heart/AN02175/rss=2 Preventing heart disease begins with small steps. Find out more about maintaining a healthy heart. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 06:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/healthy-heart/AN02175/rss=2 What is compassionate use of experimental drugs? http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/compassionate-use/AN02061/rss=2 Compassionate use is a way for people with life-threatening illnesses to get access to experimental treatments. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 06:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/compassionate-use/AN02061/rss=2 Nocturnal panic attacks: What causes them? http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/panic-attacks/AN01760/rss=2 Nighttime (nocturnal) panic attacks can be very frightening. Learn about causes and treatments. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 06:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/panic-attacks/AN01760/rss=2 Grass-fed beef: What are the heart-health benefits? http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/grass-fed-beef/AN02053/rss=2 Grass-fed beef may have heart-health benefits that conventional beef doesn't. Find out more. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 06:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/grass-fed-beef/AN02053/rss=2 HPV infection: How does it cause cervical cancer? http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/cervical-cancer/AN00386/rss=2 Cervical cancer is most often caused by a genital human papillomavirus (HPV) infection. Fri, 20 Jan 2012 06:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/cervical-cancer/AN00386/rss=2 Neti pot solution: Can I make my own? http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/neti-pot-solution/AN01879/rss=2 A homemade neti pot solution is just as effective as the over-the-counter variety. Fri, 20 Jan 2012 06:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/neti-pot-solution/AN01879/rss=2 Plugged ears: What is the remedy? http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/plugged-ears/AN01740/rss=2 Plugged ears are usually a mild, temporary problem. Learn about potential causes and treatments. Thu, 19 Jan 2012 06:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/plugged-ears/AN01740/rss=2 Semen allergy: A cause of infertility? http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/semen-allergy/AN01225/rss=2 Semen allergy is a rare but often misdiagnosed condition. Learn about symptoms and treatments. Wed, 18 Jan 2012 06:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/semen-allergy/AN01225/rss=2 Curcumin: Can it slow cancer growth? http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/curcumin/AN01741/rss=2 Some research suggests that curcumin may help prevent or treat cancer. Tue, 17 Jan 2012 06:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/curcumin/AN01741/rss=2