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Symptoms of Iodine Overdose
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
The human body uses iodine to maintain normal development and proper metabolic balance. There are many forms of iodine. All of the types that are safe to consume for humans are the iodide form, which includes potassium iodide, sodium iodide...
15 Must-Know Facts About Iodine
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
It is not an understatement to say our existence, and the quality of our lives depends on having adequate iodine levels.[1] Despite this, mainstream medicine generally ignores the importance of this element. The following fifteen facts will reveal how important...
Can Iodine Help With Hair Loss?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
It is clear that the micronutrient iodine is a key essential element for the normal growth and development in all of the body's organ and tissue systems. Iodine, plus iron, magnesium, and zinc, are often considered the best "hair growth...
What Is Atomic Iodine?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Atomic iodine, also known as atomidine and nascent iodine, is considered the safest and most effective iodine supplement available. Unlike elemental (or molecular) iodine which is toxic, [1] this form of iodine holds its atomic structure making it safe for...
Quick Superfood Recipes: 4 Ingredient Zucchini Tater Tots
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
What ingredients come to mind when someone says, “tater tots”? Taters, of course. How about zucchini? No? Well, that’s about to change. This vegan recipe is healthy, gluten-free, and tastes amazing. It only takes four ingredients and you probably have...
Enjoy this Chipotle-Lime Roasted Cauliflower Recipe
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Cauliflower is one of my favorite vegetables. Raw or cooked, I love it. I found a recipe from Shawnda at The Brewer and the Baker that gives this veggie a spicy kick. Besides being delicious, it's easy, quick, and great...
Cabbage Recipe with Lemon-Garlic Cashew Dressing
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
I stumbled across this delicious vegan recipe on A Thought for Food. I gave it a try and it tasted so good, I had to share it. As a bonus, this cabbage recipe is perfect when performing a kidney or...
Dear President Trump: Make America Healthy Again
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Dear President Trump: Despite the fact that America spends trillions of dollars every year on health care, our system is ranked among the worst in the world. Waste is rampant, care is impersonal, premiums have skyrocketed, and deductibles are through...
What Earth Day Means to Global Healing
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
April 22 is Earth Day — a day to generate appreciation for the Earth. As individuals, it’s an opportunity to reflect on our environmental impact and explore new and creative ways to conserve. On a larger scale, Earth Day reminds...
How Are Iodide and Iodine Different?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Iodine is a naturally occurring element necessary for human growth and metabolic function. Its chemical symbol is I and its atomic number is 53 on the Periodic Table of Elements. It is one of the rarer earth elements necessary for...
Iodine and Radiation — How it Works
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Iodine is often used to protect the thyroid from the effects of radiation[1] — as we were clearly reminded during the nuclear disaster at Fukushima in 2011. While iodine protects against radiation poisoning of the thyroid, its radioactive state has...
Potassium Iodide: Radiation Protection, Benefits, & Side Effects
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Iodine vs Iodide Uses Side Effects Supplementation Deficiency Symptoms Potassium Iodide is a white, odorless chemical compound made up of 76% iodine and 23% potassium. You might also see it represented by its chemical formula, KI: K for potassium and...
