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Whenever i eat pasta or potatoes, my heart rate speeds up into the 90s. i'm bloated, too. what causes this?!

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Dr. Lynne Weixel answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Gluten allergy?: Some people sensitive to gluten describe such reactions. You can be tested and if positive, avoid it as much as possible. More gluten-free products are for sale and in restaurants too!

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/28/2016

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