Of Swimming, Eating, and the Dreaded Cramp

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Of Swimming, Eating, and the Dreaded Cramp

<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-32795" src="http://media-3.web.britannica.com/eb-media/57/4357-004-6BD1913E.jpg" alt="" width="270" height="202" align="right" />All of us of a certain age know the warning: Wait an hour or two after eating before swimming, or you're sure to fall victim to immobilizing stomach cramps and, therefore to drowning. The facts of the matter are more forgiving for those inclined to dine and diveâ€"but with qualifications. Jump in for more...

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