The Top 12 Herbs for Weight Loss

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

If you want to lose weight, get fit, or reduce bloat, the only long-term strategy to ensure lasting success is by changing how you eat and increasing your activity level. However, several herbs and spices can help your fitness journey...

Cayenne pepper is one of many weight loss herbs.

Fish Oil Supplements: Are the Fish Oil Benefits True?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Benefits Forms Daily Intake Side Effects The golden, egg-shaped capsules are the latest craze among health seekers. Found in the tissues of oily, cold-water fish, the oil contains omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for many vital functions in the...

Healthy skin and hair are one of many fish oil benefits.

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.

Laxative Side Effects & Safety: Everything You Need to Know

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Constipation causes discomfort and it can lead to embarrassing gas and uncomfortable bloating. Laxatives, which help evacuate stool from the bowels, are the go-to solution for most people dealing with constipation. Effective as that may be, some laxatives have mild...

A clean bathroom. Laxative side effects rare, but it can be serious

What Is Natural Health? A Comprehensive Guide to Living Healthy

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

“The natural healing force within each of us is the greatest force in getting well.” ― Hippocrates If you don’t know where to start when it comes to taking your first steps towards natural health, this comprehensive guide can help....

Performing yoga is part of the natural health lifestyle.

Saccharomyces boulardii: a Healthy Probiotic

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

When it comes to cultivating a healthy, balanced gut, Saccharomyces boulardii (sometimes referred to as Saccharomyces cerevisiae) is one of the best probiotics available. Although many probiotics are bacteria, Saccharomyces boulardii is different in that it's actually a strain of...

A bowl of Kimchi. Saccharomyces boulardii is a living yeast that supports the gut microflora.

15 Iron-Rich Foods for Healthy Energy Levels

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Biologically speaking, iron is a trace mineral and an essential nutrient that your body requires to function properly. It helps with immune function, detoxification, and the creation of several proteins and enzymes.[1] One of these proteins is hemoglobin, a complex...

A bowl of organic spirulina. You can avoid iron deficiency by consuming Iron rich foods such as spinach and pumpkin seeds.

10 Impressive Echinacea Benefits to Support Your Health

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Benefits Recipe Side Effects Echinacea is a powerful and beneficial herb used by people around the world to maintain good health. Every part of the plant, from the roots to the flower petals, is bursting with vital nutrients. With a...

An echinacea plant. Get the benefits of echinacea from teas or supplements.

The Health Benefits of Ashwagandha

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Withania somnifera, better known as ashwagandha or “Indian ginseng,” has been a staple of Ayurvedic medicine for over 3000 years. The herb has a wide range of activity that promotes physical and mental health, body rejuvenation, and longevity. It is...

Ashwagandha indian ginseng

The Benefits of Tongkat Ali for Male Enhancement

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Many aging men experience reductions in testosterone and other hormones, a condition known as andropause. Symptoms of andropause may include reduced sexual response, lack of energy, increased body fat, and mental lethargy. Andropause can be a struggle for many men;...

Tongkat Ali was used as an aphrodisiac and considered a therapeutic herb.

Health Benefits of Perilla Frutescens

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Perrilla frutescens, commonly referred to as perilla, is a food and traditional medicine in Asian countries, particularly Japan and China. A member of the mint family, the leaves are used in Chinese herbal medicine for symptoms of asthma and cough...

perilla frutescens

The Health Benefits of American Ginseng

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Many people associate ginseng with regions in Asia, but there are actually several types of ginseng and a few of them grow in other areas of the world. One of my favorites, Panax quinquefolius, also known as American ginseng, has...

Energy is one of the main benefits of American Ginseng.