9 Foods That Won't Upset IBS

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Irritable bowel syndrome, also known as IBS or functional gastrointestinal disorder, is a combination of symptoms that include abdominal pain, constipation, and diarrhea. It's more prevalent in women than men and affects about 10 to 15 percent of the American...

Foods like organic green beans and brown rice will not trigger your IBS.

The Healing Power of a Gut Cleanse: 6-Day Detox

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Signs Supplies Needed Protocol Benefits Tips The body is an incredible machine. Each person's body has a built-in detox system — starting with the gastrointestinal (GI) tract — that processes toxins, chemicals, and other harmful substances that your food inevitably...

A bowl of fruit for a gut cleanse.

Healing Matrix: What's Up With Your Gut?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

GaiamTV is an on-demand, streaming video provider featuring original programming focused on personal wellness, exclusive interviews, alternative news, thought-provoking documentaries, and exercise. I was recently on a couple episodes of their show, "Healing Matrix" with Regina Meredith. It was exciting...

Healing Matrix What's Up With your Gut?

Prebiotic vs Probiotic - What's the Difference?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

You may have seen probiotic yogurt advertised as having "live active cultures." This indicates that the yogurt contains living, beneficial organisms intended to help your body with digestion. Many people wonder if there's any truth in that or if it's...

Several probiotic capsules.

6 Ways to Boost Immune Health Through the Gut

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Many positive lifestyle choices can help balance your gut and boost your immune system. Making gut-friendly changes to your diet, choosing the right supplements, and generally prioritizing wellness can promote gut and immune system health. Here are a few proven...

6 Ways to Boost Immune Health Through the Gut

The Benefits of Doing a Liver Gallbladder Cleanse [VIDEO]

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

A few weeks back, I posted about a video of mine that is on NaturalNews.tv. Well, here's a quick update. I now have five videos on NaturalNews.tv, including this one below about the benefits of doing a liver cleanse. This...

Liver & Gallbladder Illustration

6 Home Remedies for Acid Reflux

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Acid reflux is painful. Food and acid splash into the esophagus and cause belching, heartburn and, in some severe cases, chest pains. Some individuals have experienced pain so intense they thought they had a heart attack. If a person experiences...

A spoon of aloe vera. Inner aloe vera leaf gel supports digestion and is another great alternative for soothing acid reflux.

3 Reasons Healthy Gut Flora Is Important

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Your gut is home to over 100 billion bacteria, but antibiotics, pesticides, stress, and genetically-modified foods are just a few of the things that can weaken that diversity.[1] Your gut’s bacteria needs to stay healthy or concerns like irritable bowel...

3 Reasons Healthy Gut Flora Is Important

The Role of Probiotics & the Gut Microbiome

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Many people don’t realize a healthy gut does far more than handle digestion. Research into the gut microbiome is revealing startling results, showing its effects on the immune system, obesity, allergies, and mood. Nutrition plays a firm role in gut...

The Role of Probiotics & the Gut Microbiome

Gut Flora: 7 Ways Probiotics Affect Your Health

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Your gut is where digestion begins, it's connected to your brain, and it's at least 70 percent of your immune system. The bottom line — you can't be healthy if your gut isn't healthy. A diet free of refined sugar...

A glass of yogurt that contains probiotics can be a way to promote healthy gut flora.

What Is Candida? Understanding Yeast Imbalance

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Candida is a type of fungus (or, more specifically – yeast) that can cause fungal infections like candidiasis, candidemia, and oral thrush.[1] Dozens of species of candida are known to affect humans and Candida albicans is the most common.[2, 3]...

A microscopic view of a candida. Over half of all humans have candida albicans present in the body, and it's on the rise.

3 Ways Sugar & Artificial Sweeteners Affect Gut Health

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Right now, your gut is swimming with bacteria — good and bad. Maintaining a good balance between the two is key to helping you stay healthy. One of the ways to support that is to give your gut flora supportive...

A jar full of sugar. Sugar and artificial sweeteners can affect your gut health in a negative way.