The Ultimate Candida Diet Program

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Candida Defined Causes Symptoms Diet Plan Supplementation Maintenance Ten years ago, few people knew about the significance of Candida overgrowth, let alone the health benefits of embarking on a Candida diet program. But today, thanks to new attitudes on the...

Fermented foods are part of the ultimate candida diet program.

Are Energy Drinks Bad for You?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Energy drinks are popular among gamers, students, athletes, professionals, and anyone who has to drive overnight from Milwaukee to St. Louis. They’re big business, too. Americans spent $12.5 billion on energy drinks in 2012. Market experts predict that number to...

A table full of energy drinks. Discover why are energy drinks bad for you.

4 Harmful Effects of Caffeine

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Whether you consume tea, coffee, sodas, energy drinks, or chocolate, you’re consuming some form of caffeine. This post is not meant to demonize caffeine altogether; in fact, at small amounts, caffeine has certain health benefits. It’s the excess use of...

Table full of coffee beans. One of the harmful effects of caffeine is dehydration.

Is Soy Good or Bad for You?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Soy milk, soy cheese, soy crisps — there is a booming market for vegan soy-based foods and a lot of supposed health authorities touting its alleged benefits. What if soy was actually a wolf in sheep’s clothing and only called...

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3 Crazy Myths About Soy

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Soy, one of America’s favorite "health" foods, is not as benevolent as it is made out to be. One of the most successful maneuvers by the food and agricultural businesses in North America was marketing soy as a natural, health-promoting...

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What Does Detox Tea Do? What to Use & Avoid — With Recipes!

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

It’s no secret that black and herbal teas offer many health benefits.[1] Some people consume teas to detox the body. However, many of these so-called detox teas, particularly those with Senna or Cascara, contain ingredients that act as harsh laxatives...

Tea with lemon in a glass cup over a wooden background with of natural ingredients.

9 Coffee Alternatives to Help You Kick the Habit

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

A cup of joe is a key part of many people's morning routine. Coffee isn't just aromatic and delicious — it promotes alertness and focus, suppresses appetite, and even aids with digestion.[1] Coffee acts as a stimulant, which means that...

A cup of black tea. Black tea is a great coffee alternative.

The Best Weight-Loss Foods to Keep You Healthy

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Fruits Vegetables Other Foods Foods to Avoid Meal Plan If you're looking to shed pounds, success depends on what you put on your plate. The best foods for weight loss are often the simplest choices you can make: whole, nutrient-rich...

A bowl of salad that contains several weight loss foods like carrots and avocados.

Fatty Liver Diet: Best Foods, Supplements, & Lifestyle Changes

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

What to Eat Foods to Avoid Meal Plan Supplements Lifestyle As the most common chronic liver disease in the West, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a scary-sounding diagnosis. People with this condition are at a higher risk of developing...

A garlic glove and bulb. Garlic can reduce liver injury and inflammation.

Crohn's Disease Diet: Best & Worst Foods

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that is becoming more common. People with this illness often find it debilitating and are always seeking new ways to improve their lifestyle and live with less discomfort and disruption. One...

Avocados are part of the Crohn's disease diet.

The Detox Diet: 9 Simple Steps for Whole Body Cleansing

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

We promote internal cleansing to help remove toxicants that accumulate in your body as a result of your diet and the environment around you. But if you want to take your efforts a step further, cutting back on the food-related...

Juicing is part of the detox diet.

Vegan Diet: Best Vegan-Friendly Foods & Diet Plan

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Overview Foods to Eat Foods to Avoid Benefits Lifestyle Considerations Whether it's for health reasons or an ethical choice, the decision to shift to a vegan diet can feel empowering. For some of us, it is no easy feat to...

A woman shopping for organic vegetables.