Top 10 Probiotic Foods
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
What Are Probiotics? Probiotics are beneficial forms of gut bacteria that help stimulate the natural enzymes and processes that keep our digestive organs functioning properly. For these live bacteria to keep you healthy, you have to keep them healthy. There...
Prebiotic vs Probiotic - What's the Difference?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
You may have seen probiotic yogurt advertised as having "live active cultures." This indicates that the yogurt contains living, beneficial organisms intended to help your body with digestion. Many people wonder if there's any truth in that or if it's...
The Gut-Brain Connection: Boost Mental Health Through the Gut
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Have you ever thought of improving your mental health through the gut? If not, you should be. Your gut is where digestion begins, but it's also connected to your brain and at least 70 percent of your immune system. You...
3 Reasons Healthy Gut Flora Is Important
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Your gut is home to over 100 billion bacteria, but antibiotics, pesticides, stress, and genetically-modified foods are just a few of the things that can weaken that diversity.[1] Your gut’s bacteria needs to stay healthy or concerns like irritable bowel...
The 9 Best Fermented Foods for Your Gut
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Fermented food has made a comeback in recent years, partially thanks to the popularization of Weston A. Price teachings. Fermented foods like sauerkraut and kimchi aren’t considered to be the most appealing types of food; however, research exploring these and...
The Role of Probiotics & the Gut Microbiome
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Many people don’t realize a healthy gut does far more than handle digestion. Research into the gut microbiome is revealing startling results, showing its effects on the immune system, obesity, allergies, and mood. Nutrition plays a firm role in gut...
Gut Flora: 7 Ways Probiotics Affect Your Health
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Your gut is where digestion begins, it's connected to your brain, and it's at least 70 percent of your immune system. The bottom line — you can't be healthy if your gut isn't healthy. A diet free of refined sugar...
5 Natural Ways to Boost Immunity NOW!
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
With everything going on around us, from the public health concerns around us to social distancing, immunity is top of mind for most people. What that means is how do you keep your immune system healthy so that your body...
Transient vs. Resident Probiotics: What’s the Difference?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
The popularity of probiotics is soaring, and for good reason: the tiny microorganisms living in your gut have a huge impact on your health.[1] But did you know that there are two different kinds of probiotic supplements? They are called...
Delicious Body-Nourishing Immunity-Support Bowl Recipe
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
If you want comfort food that’s good for you, look no further. This delicious everything bowl contains sweet potatoes, broccoli, carrot, and spinach on brown rice with ginger-miso dressing. It’s not only comforting but also super nutritious! Packed with immune-boosting...
Lift Your Mood! 16 Natural Mood Enhancers
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Some days, you wake up feeling energetic, happy, and positive about the day ahead. Others, you may wake up on the wrong side of the bed, feeling irritable and blue with low energy. You might think, "I’m not at my...
What Are Whole Foods, & Why Are They Important for Health?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
If you think eating healthy is boring and bland, you’ve not learned the incredible, palate-pleasing wonders of a whole-foods diet. But what are whole foods? Pure and unprocessed, whole foods include luscious fruits, nutritious and vibrantly-hued vegetables, hearty and wholesome...
