Crosnes are small, about 4 ounces (1/4lb) is about 40 tubers. If you have a recipe that calls for crosnes and you can't find them, substitute Jerusalem Artichokes. Barbara Bowman graduated with degree in Foods and Nutrition from San Jose State University.
Some other causes for excess gas include: 1  Irritable bowel syndrome. 2  Lactose intolerance. 3  Malabsorption problems.  Stomach illness (such as food poisoning)
Usually, an unrecognized cancer will have other symptoms or abnormalities of laboratory tests, in addition to unexplained weight loss. Potential causes of unexplained weight loss include: Addison's disease (adrenal insufficiency) Cancer. Celiac disease. Changes in diet or appetite. Changes in sense of smell. Changes in sense of taste. COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) and other lung diseases.