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Gluten is a natural protein found in wheat, barley, rye, and some oats. Gluten is also found in foods that contain these ingredients. Some people have intolerance to gluten—suffering allergy symptoms, bloating, or stomach cramps. More than 3 million Americans have a condition called celiac...
expert advice
Pamela S. Douglas, MD, president of the American College of Cardiology, responds: Committing to a healthy lifestyle is the best way you can reduce your chances of a heart attack. Good health doesn't happen overnight, and there are some risk factors you can’t change—like your age, gender, and family history. But by following a...
health tip
A recent study found that, over a 20-year period, smokers gained similar amounts of weight whether they quit at some point or not. Why do some folks gain weight immediately after quitting? Some people replace cigarettes with food, but usually they gain only four to five pounds. If gaining weight is preventing you from quitting smoking, have a plan to replace cigarettes with activity—try...
