Weight-loss basics
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How is brown fat different from other fat?
Researchers have uncovered a type of body fat, dubbed brown fat, that appears to burn regular fat.
How to tell if a loved one is abusing opioids
Anyone using opioids is at risk of misusing these medicines. Don't ignore signs of harmful or illegal use. Taking action could save a loved one's life.
Intervention: Help a loved one overcome addiction
Make a plan to help a loved one break free from an addiction to alcohol, drugs, food or gambling before it destroys them.
Mental health: Overcoming the stigma of mental illness
Mental health: Learn how to recognize and deal with the stigma of mental illness and don't let it stand in the way of getting treatment.
Metabolism and weight loss: How you burn calories
Learn if your metabolism influences weight loss — or weight gain.
Palliative care: Who is it for?
Palliative care — Mayo Clinic expert explains who may benefit from palliative care and how it differs from hospice care.
Post-traumatic stress: How can you help your loved one?
Use these tips to help someone cope with stress from a traumatic event, whether it's acute stress disorder (ASD) or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Slow metabolism: Is it to blame for weight gain?
Is a slow metabolism the reason for your weight gain? Or is something else going on?
Solutions for weight-loss setbacks
Everyone who successfully makes changes in his or her life has experienced setbacks. It's better to expect them and plan for dealing with them. Identifying potential roadblocks — a big holiday meal or an office party, for example — and brainstorming strategies to overcome them can help you stay on course with your weight-loss goals.
Suggestions as you consider your future career
Think about these ideas as you consider what skills and career you'd like to pursue in the future.
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