Despite the increased emphasis on healthy lifestyles with exercise and a balanced diet, many Americans continue to struggle with the problem of obesity. Some look for hope in the form of diet pills. When medications do not seem to be enough, others are turning to surgery to lose weight. Weight loss surgery or bariatric surgery is quickly becoming... Read more
Imagine your throat closing up and having difficulty breathing from eating something as innocent as a homemade cookie. People who suffer from severe food allergies try to prepare for this very scenario. The number of people suffering from food allergies is rising. Food allergies are often seen in combination with asthma or eczema, which appear to... Read more
Question: I have noticed that some food packages are labeled "gluten-free." What exactly is gluten, and why is it on the label? Answer: Gluten is a protein found in wheat, rye, and barley. Most people have no problems eating gluten. However, gluten should be avoided by people who have an autoimmune condition known as celiac disease.... Read more
Obesity is no longer limited to the United States or other developed countries. Rates of obesity are increasing among developing countries as well. In Thailand, for example, one study shows that as many as 18% of adolescents are overweight or at risk for overweight. While this percentage is still lower than the U.S. rate of 50%, Thailand and other... Read more
Question: I have been told that I may have lactose intolerance. Does that mean I have to give up milk? Answer: Lactose intolerance means that the body does not produce enough enzymes to digest lactose which is a sugar found in dairy products. People who are lactose intolerant produce little or no lactase. Lactase is an enzyme that breaks... Read more
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