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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
If push-ups strain your wrists, try out small push-up bars. These small handles lie flat on the floor, and help you grip while keeping your wrists straight. Or try grabbing small weights that don't roll around. Either way, it's like doing push-ups on your knuckles.
