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What Is Coral Calcium?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Calcium supplements have become very popular and are generally thought to be an effective way to promote healthy bone density. Indeed, calcium does have benefits but it's important to understand there are various forms of calcium and they all behave...

Coral calcium helps protect the colon and improve sleep.

Is Eating Meat Bad For The Environment?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

We've all heard the debate about eating meat and how it may have a negative effect on the environment. Here are a few reasons why eating an excessive amount of meat may be causing more harm to our planet than...

A table with red meat and mixed vegetables. Meatless Monday can help reduce the negative effect on the environment.

9 Tips for Reducing Indoor Air Pollution

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Just as you drink pure water, isn't it vital to ensure the air you breathe is also clean? Everyone can benefit from breathing cleaner air, and many people suffer horribly because of air pollution. It's common for people to spend...

An open window creates circulation that can help reduce indoor air pollution.

Why Agave Nectar Is Not Worse Than High-Fructose Corn Syrup

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

A couple days ago, Dr. Mercola published an article on Agave Nectar stating that it is an unsafe, toxic substance.[1] In his article, it is implied that agave nectar could even be worse for the body than many forms of...

A bowl of agave nectar.

Dangers of Using Laxatives for Weight Loss

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Losing weight has become a primary health concern for millions of people. If you have a few extra pounds, losing it can provide innumerable benefits to your body. Lowered blood pressure, lowered cholesterol, more energy, improved mood - it really...

A clean bathroom. Using laxatives for weight loss can lead to dehydration and electrolyte disturbances.

Calcium in Vegetables

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

You may be surprised to learn that there is enough calcium in vegetables to supply all of your daily calcium requirements. The advertising industry has led us all to believe that cow's milk is the best primary source of this...

broccoli

DuPont Herbicide "Imprelis" Blamed for Tree Deaths

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Let's be clear, herbicides and pesticides are poisons. Herbicides are intended to control unwanted plants; pesticides are used to control unwanted pests. This is accomplished by killing the already present weeds, insects, or otherwise, or by making the environment inhospitable...

DuPont Herbicide "Imprelis" Blamed for Tree Deaths

New Approach to Management of Overeating in Children

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Obesity has been called a plague of the modern Western World. Each year in the United States alone, obesity is directly or indirectly responsible for billions of dollars of preventable medical treatment, and billions more are lost due to its...

A table full of vegetables. Studies show that overeating in children can lead to thyroid irregularity and excess weight gain.

Arsenic in Apple and Grape Juice Poses Health Risks

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Many children enjoy drinking apple or grape juice and many parents see juice as a healthy alternative to soda and artificially flavored fruit punch. New research, however, suggests these juices are not as innocent as we're led to believe. In...

Arsenic in Apple and Grape Juice Poses Health Risks

The Health Benefits of Pectinase

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Commonly found in many fruits, such as bananas and apples, pectinase in an enzyme that plays a key role in the digestive processes, and perhaps more importantly, in total physical well-being and anti-aging. Pectin is a type of fiber that...

Pectinase are commonly found in bananas.

FDA Announces They Will Consider Ban on Mercury Amalgam Fillings

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Nobody enjoys a visit to the dentist. It's the sort of thing most of us go well out of our way to avoid whenever possible. There are times, however, when even the most vigilant daily flossers have no choice but...

Several dental instruments.

The Health Dangers of Energy Drinks

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Often promising a quick boost, an "energy drink" is generally defined as a drink which contains ingredients claimed to enhance mental and physical performance- in some way or another. Energy drinks have soared in popularity since the 1990’s and there...

The Health Dangers of Energy Drinks