The Hidden Culprit Behind Wheat Sensitivity
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Many people are avoiding wheat these days in attempt to rid their lives of gluten. While gluten can be difficult to digest and lead to inflammation and other intestinal concerns, it's not the only factor at play with regard to...
How Gluten Destroys Thyroid Health
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
I have already discussed my disdain for gluten in previous articles, citing numerous research studies reporting its negative effects on the brain and digestive health. Gluten is a very hard protein found in wheat, barley, and rye products, and most...
What is Azodicarbonamide? 9 Exposing Facts
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
The recent revelation that Subway bread contains azodicarbonamide has gotten a lot of attention. And it should, azodicarbonamide is an industrial chemical used to make yoga mats, shoe rubber, and synthetic leather. Although there's no reason for it to be...
What Is Celiac Disease?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Celiac disease is an allergy to dietary gluten. It affects individuals who are genetically predisposed to the allergy and differs from gluten sensitivity, as celiac disease elicits within the body a very defined response to gluten. [1] When gluten enters...
What Is Millet? 6 Reasons to Add it to Your Diet
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Sensitivity to gluten is on the rise, as is the demand for gluten-free foods; especially grains. Although there are many new, processed foods that are being marketed as gluten-free, a considerable number of people are taking a step back and...
What Is Gluten Intolerance?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Gluten intolerance occurs when the body, specifically the digestive tract, responds to the presence of gluten in food. The response can range from mild discomfort to serious medical complications. Awareness is continuing to rise regarding the concerns caused by gluten,...
The Health Benefits of Quinoa
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Quinoa is a crop that's primarily grown in Peru. It's often described as a grain although, technically, is not one and is actually more closely related to spinach and beets. It's grain comparisons, however, are the result of its edible...
What Is Gluten?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Gluten is a plant protein found mostly in cereal grains such as wheat, rye, spelt, kamut, emmer, einkorn and triticale, and barley. Its chemical composition consists of two primary amino acids known as Gliadin and Glutenin. These amino acid sequences...
The Top 5 Healthiest Nuts
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
For many years, nuts have gotten a bad rap for being high in fat. But in reality, nuts should be a vital part of our diet, as they are high in monounsaturated fats that help keep us heart-healthy and disease-free....
10 Reasons to Buy Your Fruits & Veggies at Your Local Farmer’s Market
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Which of these two scenarios sounds more vibrant for the overall quality of life and health? The wind on your face, the sun on your skin, you talk with a local farmer about the size and taste of this year's...
