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5 Shocking Facts About Pesticides
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Pesticides are an increasing concern among populations all across the world. Even organic food, which is grown without the use of chemical additions, are suffering from the effects of pesticide overexposure. Not only are they harming our food, our bodies,...
5 Reasons Phthalates Should Be Banned Immediately
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Not that long ago, I talked about 12 ways toxins are sneaking into your life, and while all toxins are bad news, there’s one group that should be banned immediately. I’m talking about phthalates; these are a class of chemicals...
9 Uses for Diatomaceous Earth
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Diatomaceous earth is a natural sedimentary substance that's found and mined from the ground in various regions of the world. It's been used for an impressive list of biological and industrial uses. Below are just some of the interesting uses...
3 Types of Exercise That Are Great for Lower Back Pain
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
There's no question that exercise is one of the best ways to strengthen your body, improve flexibility, and boost your metabolism. It turns out that quite a bit of evidence supports the idea that exercise can help lower back pain,...
8 Shocking Facts About GMOs
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Finding food that has not been genetically modified can be tricky. Unfortunately, the companies that produce GMOs have sold the public a box of rocks with the notion that GMOs are the answer to nature’s mistakes, namely pests, disease, and...
12 Sneaky Ways Toxins Infiltrate Your Life
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
It seems that everywhere you look today you can find a source for toxins — food, clothes, children’s toys…you get the idea. Sometimes, no matter how careful you are, toxins can sneak past you, infiltrating your home and body. It...
The 6 Best Alternative Grains
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Grains are a dietary staple for many people, despite their subpar nutritional status. Wheat and corn are the most consumed grains in the world and their proliferation into the food market makes them almost impossible to avoid. An added concern...
What is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common endocrine system disorders in women. [1] Affecting between 10 and 20 percent of reproductive-age women, PCOS is caused by an imbalance in female hormones. [2] A healthy endocrine system is...
5 Ways to Protect Your Spine at Work
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Regardless if you have a job that requires a lot of heavy lifting, or you spend most of your days at a desk, or do something in between, back injuries are something you always want to avoid. They can happen...
High Fructose Corn Syrup Linked to Kidney Stones: 5 Facts to Know
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
High-fructose corn syrup, or HFCS for short, is a sweetener commonly used in processed foods. It’s included in many foods that one would least suspect, like bread, crackers, pasta sauces, and even pickles. Groups like the Corn Refiner’s Association and...
6 Exercises to Stimulate Sex Drive
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Sexual dysfunction is a concern that gets an enormous amount of attention. If you've been in front of a television for more than seven seconds, you've undoubtedly seen the advertisements from the many pharmaceutical companies who are constantly pushing their...
6 Brain Health Benefits of Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri)
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Brahmi, or Bacopa monnieri, is a therapeutic plant used in Ayurveda for many purposes. Modern research has even begun to evaluate Brahmi's role against several neurological diseases, including Alzheimer’s disease, epilepsy, and schizophrenia. Although we need to be clear that...
