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VOL. 8, ISSUE 48

November 27, 2007

Dear Subscriber,

If you're holding on to old grudges, you may be a prisoner of anger and bitterness. This holiday season, learn how the powerful healing effects of forgiveness can help you move on and find peace. Also, if you're shopping for holiday gifts, don't miss our stories on lead in children's toys and on asthma-friendly products. Plus, you can take our diabetes self-assessment and also see whether it's possible to be allergic to cold weather.

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Highlights

Forgiveness: How to let go of grudges and bitternessAre you gripped by bitterness, anger and thoughts of revenge? Learn to let go of past hurts.

Lead poisoning: Are your child's toys safe?Toy recalls are serious business — especially during the holiday shopping season. A Mayo Clinic specialist answers questions about toy recalls and lead poisoning.

Asthma-friendly products: Do they help reduce symptoms?Holiday shopping for someone with asthma? Find out what matters when looking for asthma-friendly products.

Weight training: Do's and don'ts of proper techniqueWeight training looks easy. But for best results, proper technique is essential.

Teen weight loss: Safe steps to a healthy weightThere's no magic bullet for teen weight loss. But you can turn your concern about your teen's weight into action — today.

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Diabetes risk self-assessmentSome 20 million Americans have diabetes — up to one-third of them don't even know it. See if you're at risk of this deadly disease.

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Mayo Clinic specialists answer questions from readers

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