New Documentary: Psychiatric Drugs Can Kill Your Child
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
"I woke up around 2:30 am and realized he should have been home an hour ago. I called his cell phone and it went straight to voicemail. I kept calling and leaving messages for him to answer the phone. I...
Study Links Prenatal Exposure to Chemicals to a Higher BMI in Toddlers
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
The other day, a colleague of mine sent me over the results from a recent study that sghows a link between higher body mass index (BMI) in toddlers, and the mothers' prenatal exposure to environmental pollutants, such as pesticides found...
Study: More Vitamin B in Mother’s Diet Reduces Risk of Colon Cancer in Offspring
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Few experts question the influence a mother's diet can have on her children's long term physical health. Yet, many believe this effect is mostly sociological, limited to positive or negative role modeling, and the development of general dietary habits later...
Study: Probiotics May Help Protect Infants From Respiratory Illness
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Findings presented by Finnish researchers at the University of Turku further supports the potential benefits of probiotics during the first months of life, particularly with regard to respiratory health. The scientists claim a near 30 percent reduction in respiratory illness...
Study: Folic Acid in Early Pregnancy Associated With Reduced Risk of Severe Language Delay in Children
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Pediatricians will tell you how important it is for expectant mothers to take prenatal vitamins during pregnancy. Pregnancy is a time when it's essential for mothers and their developing babies have access to all the vitamins, minerals and essential nutrients...
How to Make Your Own Organic Baby Food
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
If genetically-modified and chemically-laden produce can cause adverse health effects in adults, imagine what it can do to an infant. Yet, many people who will buy their own organic produce also reach for conventional baby food when shopping for their...
7 Organic Baby Products to Know About
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
If you are concerned about getting chemical-free, non-genetically modified foods and products for yourself, you are likely concerned about the same for your baby. We know these products can cause long-term negative health effects, yet they continue to be marketed...
The Benefits of Homemade Breast Milk Yogurt for Babies
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Over the past few years, a renewed interest in natural parenting has spread like wildfire. Books, magazines, and websites have all been outlets for increasing awareness of natural childbirth, nutrition, and holistic parenting techniques. With all of this ongoing discussion,...
5 Amazing Benefits of Natural Childbirth
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
The wondrous experience of birth is often destroyed by the routine practice of medicine, with many medical professionals and mothers alike assuming that birth needs pharmaceutical interventions (i.e., epidural). In reality, nothing could be further from the truth! While there...
BPA Exposure During Pregnancy Linked to Lung Concerns in Young Children
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Exposure to the chemical bisphenol A (BPA) during pregnancy may cause children to experience breathing concerns in their first four years, according to a study recently published in JAMA Pediatrics. [1] The longitudinal study looked at the exposure to BPA...
5 Reasons Breastfeeding is Awesome
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Many mothers choose breastfeeding because of the close bonding experience and the fact that it's the most nutritious option for their baby. Commercial formulas, even the organic ones, simply can't compare. Let's take a look at 5 proven reasons why...
Is There a Link Between Antidepressants and Birth Defects?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
The rate of mental disorder diagnoses has grown exponentially in recent years, as has antidepressant use. People of all ages are being prescribed mind-altering drugs to battle depression, despite evidence suggesting they do more harm than good and sometimes don't...
