Can Turmeric Support Thyroid Health?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Turmeric is one of the most potent spices, and when it comes to health benefits, nothing can match it. Not only is turmeric one of the most impressive free radical scavengers, it's also been shown to support brain health, protect...

A bowl of organic turmeric powder. Turmeric also been shown to support brain health, thyroid health, and encourage a balanced mood.

The Benefits of Mulungu Bark for Mental Health

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Life is full of stressful moments and situations. Nobody is immune to occasional mood disturbances and anxiety. However, just because you're stressed isn't necessarily a good reason to resort to powerful medications. Many medicines-for-your-mind have horrible side effects that are...

Anxiety

6 Reasons to Supplement with Tibetan Rhodiola

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Considered more potent than ginseng, Tibetan Rhodiola is an adaptogenic herb revered by the Tibetan monks as the supreme herb in traditional health modalities. Scientists have determined the majority of its power and potency comes from two compounds, salidroside and...

cup-of-rhodiola-tea

The Health Benefits of Flaxseed Oil

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

There has been a lot of talk about the health benefits of flaxseed oil but many people don't know exactly what it is and what it specifically does. Flax is a good source of plant omega-3 fatty acids, dietary fiber,...

A Wooden spoon filled with flaxseeds. Flaxseed oil has been found to be beneficial for those who suffer from high cholesterol.

What Is Kava? 10 Must-Know Facts

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

A few years ago, my wife and I were on Hawaii's big island and walking through a quaint shopping area when I noticed a small, hole-in-the-wall establishment that served kava. For the uninitiated, kava is a relaxing, non-alcoholic beverage made...

Kava in a glass bowl. This herb provides many health benefits.

The Top 20 GMO Foods and Ingredients to Avoid

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

In the very short time since GMO foods were first introduced, they have tainted ecosystems, created financial strains for farmers, and introduced unnatural elements into the local, national, and global food supply. GMOs pose a danger to all of us...

Studies show that GMO foods like corn can be toxic.

What Are the Benefits of Milk Thistle Seed?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Milk thistle seed (Silybum marianum) has a history dating back over two thousand years as a favorite among herbalists for its positive effects on the liver and gallbladder. [1] The ancient philosophers Pliny and Galen both praised the herb for...

Milk thistle seed has a positive effect on the liver and gallbladder.