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"I want to eat it. But, does it not agree with me?" What you need to know about gluten intolerance.

“Do you ever feel a bit off after eating bread or pasta?”“Do you sometimes feel sluggish after eating products containing wheat?” Have you ever wondered, based on such experiences, if maybe gluten ...

Too many carbs in summer? Low-carb sweets are a new option

When the weather gets hot, it's the season when we crave cold juices, ice cream,and shaved ice. While appetites tend to decrease in summer,there are more opportunities to choose easily accessible c...

Can't Be Detected in a Medical Check-up? Beware of "Hidden High Blood Sugar"

"I had a clean bill of health at my check-up, but I get very sleepy after meals." "I've been feeling inexplicably tired lately." If these sound like you, you might be experiencing hidden hyperglyce...

"Summer chills" — a common complaint in the warmer months

It's a midsummer day outside,but the air conditioning inside is too strong and my hands and feet are cold."I feel sluggish even though it's summer," "Only my toes are cold."Have you ever experience...

When can I start giving my toddler sweets and snacks?

It's not just about "when to give" sweets, but also how you first choose them. "At what age can I let my child eat cake and cookies?"As children grow and solid foods progress, this is a question ma...

Which sweeteners should people prone to swelling avoid?

"My face tends to swell up the day after I eat something sweet."Have you ever had that experience? In fact, the cause may be related not only to the amount of sugar but also to the "type of sweeten...