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Why All The Buzz About Gluten-Free
Why All The Buzz About Gluten-Free

Today, gluten-free products and diets are all the rage. In fact, a recent study finds as many as 1.6 million Americans avoid gluten, even though they haven’t b ...

Myth or Fact: It Takes Seven Years to Digest Chewing Gum
Myth or Fact: It Takes Seven Years to Digest Chewing Gum

It can happen on purpose or by accident: One minute you’re chewing happily, then -- gulp! -- that flavorful wad of gum is in your stomach. And, the old adage s ...