What Is Potassium?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Potassium Rich Foods Benefits Supplementation Sometimes referred to as an electrolyte, potassium is a naturally-occurring mineral and key nutrient for good health. Your nerves and muscles need it to function properly. It supports digestive and kidney health, regulates blood pressure...
What Is Pygeum Bark and Can It Help Prostate Health?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Pygeum herb is derived from the bark of the special evergreen tree called Prunus africana that grows in mountainous regions of Sub–Saharan Africa. The herb might have been known among natives of southern Africa – having used it to support...
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,...
Kidney Stones and Pregnancy: What Every Woman Should Know
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Kidney stones affect both the mother and the unborn baby, negatively impacting health, development, and delivery. Being pregnant doesn't necessarily increase the chances you're going to develop kidney stones, but being pregnant can make it harder to remedy them. Every...
Evidence Mounts on Roundup's Link to Liver and Kidney Damage
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
One of the world's most popular herbicide – Roundup – is making its way back into the headlines in regards to its health and environmental effects. Monsanto, the producer of Roundup (glyphosate), claims this herbicide is safe; however, study after...
Saw Palmetto and Men’s Health Benefits
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Serenoa repens, better known as Saw Palmetto, is a plant native to North America. Native Americans have used it for centuries as a tonic, topical cleanser against germs, and to remedy urinary and reproductive disorders in men. [1] European and...
High Fructose Corn Syrup Linked to Kidney Stones: 5 Facts to Know
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
High-fructose corn syrup, or HFCS for short, is a sweetener commonly used in processed foods. It’s included in many foods that one would least suspect, like bread, crackers, pasta sauces, and even pickles. Groups like the Corn Refiner’s Association and...
Uva Ursi: 6 Facts to Know
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
The leaves of bearberry, or uva ursi as it is often called, have played an important role in kidney and urinary health around the globe for centuries. It remained a common approach to UTIs and kidney stones until the recent...
Marshmallow Root and Kidney Health: 4 Facts to Know
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
When it comes to protecting the body, a discussion involving the best ways of keeping the heart, brain, and digestive tract strong is almost always brought up. The urinary tract – which includes the kidneys and bladder – carries a...
4 Must-Know Facts About Goldenrod and Kidney Health
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Goldenrod, or solidago, is a plant used as a traditional approach to diabetes, gout, and arthritis. It is also used as a mouth rinse to reduce discomfort and swelling in the mouth and throat. While folk medicine regards it as...
The Benefits of Inversion Tables
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
You’ve probably seen the ads and infomercials extolling the benefits of using an inversion table. Inversion therapy is said to relieve back pain, let your joints decompress, allow more nutrients to reach your discs, and boost circulation. I own an...
Does Lemon Juice Dissolve Kidney Stones?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Lemon juice is a popular ingredient used in fresh lemonade, facial tonics, and natural household cleaning recipes. Folk medicine says this vitamin C-rich juice may even dissolve kidney stones, yet science remains inconclusive on these claims. But, science does agree...
