Calcium Deficiency: Natural Approaches to Minimize Your Risk

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Uses Symptoms Groups at Risk Prevention Supplementation Calcium, the most abundant mineral in the body, makes up 1.5 percent to 2 percent of your weight. Most of the mineral resides in your bones and teeth, but calcium in your bloodstream...

An individual staring at the sun. Vitamin D can help with calcium deficiency.

Top Causes of Vitamin D Deficiency and Best Natural Remedies

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Daily Intake Symptoms Causes Remedies Precautions Are you getting enough vitamin D? You might think so, but unless you consistently eat a balanced diet, get sunlight exposure, and take supplemental nutrients, you may not get enough vitamin D. You may...

Getting enough sunlight, can help with vitamin D deficiency.

Stem Cells: Not Only Embryonic?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

The following article was written by my good friend, Dr. Richard DeAndrea, MD, ND. As a holistic physician who advocates a progressive approach to medicine, Dr. DeAndrea is the medical advisor to the American Naturopathic Medical Association, the Physician’s Committee...

The human body has about 65 million active stem cells in the blood stream.

The Health Benefits of Phytase

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Phytase is a phosphatase enzyme that catalyzes, or kickstarts, the hydrolysis of phytic acid, also known as phytate. Phytic acid is a form of indigestible phosphorus that’s present in plant-based foods such as cereal, wheat, and various grains. Roughly two-thirds...

Phytase is commonly found in plant based foods.

What Is Cupping Therapy and Why Is It Trending?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Cupping therapy is an ancient practice that is now considered part of the complementary and alternative (CAM) medicine category, along with acupuncture and aromatherapy. During a cupping therapy session, a massage or acupuncture therapist applies suction cups to various areas...

A woman receiving cupping therapy.

What Is Manganese? The Benefits of This Essential Mineral

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Intake Benefits Deficiency Toxicity Sources Many people know that vitamin B12 supports normal energy levels and that vitamin C can help the immune system, but what do you know about manganese? It doesn’t have the star power of other nutrients...

A bowl of organic green salad. Manganese is a critical mineral that is both nutritionally essential and beneficial.

What Is Cellular Metabolism?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Your body is a complex network of interconnected organs that perform individual functions to support the systems and processes that make up your existence. Respiration, digestion, bone regeneration, metabolism — they’re all examples of your body’s ability to function with...

A woman is walking through a sunny field. Cellular metabolism refers to all chemical changes that take place within a cell.

Top 10 Remedies for Sore Muscles and Joints

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Almost everyone has experienced muscle or joint discomfort at some point in their life. The entire human body contains muscles and joints that are constantly in motion, making it easy for discomfort to appear anywhere, anytime. The most common type...

Massage is one of the best remedies for sore muscles and joints.

Using Oregano Oil for Common Concerns

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Oregano oil is extracted from the leaves of the oregano (Origanum vulgare) plant, a perennial herb belonging to the family of Lamiaceae. [1] In a past post about oregano oil, I discussed its numerous beneficial properties. Now, I'd like to...

Using Oregano Oil for Common Concerns

Why Vitamin D is Crucial to Your Health

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Research underscoring the importance of vitamin D continues to mount. Vitamin D was long thought to be beneficial for mainly bone health, but it turns out it's helpful for so much more. It's strikingly clear that vitamin D, one of...

doctor-and-vitamin-D-card

The Health Benefits of Omega 3, 6, 9 Fatty Acids and EPA & DHA

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Omega-3 Benefits Omega-6 Benefits Omega-9 Benefits You've probably heard the terms "fatty acid" and "omega 3" before, but do you know what a fatty acid is or why your body needs it? What about the different types of fatty acids,...

One of the many benefits of Omega 3 is that it can help support digestive difficulties.

What Is Salidroside? 5 Ways it Promotes Health

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

It's no surprise that plants are the starting point for many, many natural and herbal remedies. But have you ever stopped to think why that is? What's in them that gives them the juice? In the past few years, science...

Rhodiola Rosea is the source of Salidroside