The Dangers of Acetaminophen
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
When it comes to proven, over-the-counter solutions for easing pain and controlling a fever, acetaminophen (also called paracetamol, and best known by the brand name, Tylenol) has long been the preferred recommendation for many. It is actually the most widely...
Aspartame Makes You Gain Weight
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
You want to lose weight, so you start trying to cut calories. The most obvious starting place seems to be switching from high-calorie foods with sugar to foods with zero calorie sweeteners, like aspartame. Better known by brand names, such...
5 Shocking Facts About Aspartame
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Aspartame is a nasty chemical that's sold as a zero-calorie healthy sweetener. But did you know that it's technically not calorie-free? Not a lot, only about 4 calories per gram. [1] That isn't a lot, and it's not a big...
6 Health Benefits of Yoga
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Yoga is that eastern practice involving odd positions and stretches that may seem slightly strange, though many people swear by once they've tried it. It's well known to be relaxing and a healthy way to exercise. However, there are also...
Ashwagandha and Men’s Health
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
As men age, they can begin to experience a slow down in testosterone production and the bodily functions it's related to. This condition, otherwise known as andropause (or male menopause in some circles), is extremely common yet not always discussed....
Milk Thistle for a Healthy Prostate
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Many older guys think that prostate issues just come with the territory as they age. It's looked at one of those things that "just happens" and as common as prostate concerns among aging men are, it's no wonder many have...
Stinging Nettle for Prostate Health
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Urtica dioica, or Stinging Nettle, is probably one of the world's most popular herbal remedies. Health practitioners use it commonly for its potency against harmful organisms, redness, and swelling; as well as its immune modulating action. It has also been...
What Is Nocturia?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Nocturia, or nycturia, is the need to wake and urinate at least once in the middle of the night. While associated with urinary urgency, it is not a condition connected with incontinence. An overactive bladder (OAB) or more serious condition...
What Are the Symptoms of Andropause?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
As men age, their bodies produce less testosterone. Because testosterone supports so many of the processes in a man's body, big changes occur when it's in short supply. "Andropause" (or "male menopause") is the term given to the overall process...
Study Reveals Two Wildflowers Are "Highly Effective" at Killing MRSA
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
According to a study conducted by researchers at the Cork Institute of Technology (CIT), extracts from two wildflowers, Elecampane and Pulsatilla vulgaris, are highly effective in killing the MRSA superbug. The superbug, Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) is a bacterium that...
10 Causes of Bad Breath
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Bad breath plagues everyone at some time or another. If you are aware of it, hopefully you try to get rid of it, or at least try to hide it. If you are not aware of it, you may be...
Natural Remedies for Bad Breath
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
When faced with bad breath, many people immediately turn to temporary solutions rather than address the cause of the concern. The reality is that bad breath can be caused by health conditions, foods, and possibly your habits. If you suffer...
